The Dr. Hyman Show

How Men's Health Is Affected By Stress & Blood Sugar Imbalance

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May 6, 2022
Join Dr. George Papanicolaou, a Functional Medicine expert, Nobel laureate Dr. Louis Ignarro, and biochemist Jessie Inchauspé as they unpack the health challenges men face today. They delve into the harmful effects of chronic stress on testosterone levels and how balancing hormones plays a crucial role in male health. Exploring the significance of nitric oxide for heart wellness and the implications of sugary diets, they offer actionable strategies to optimize blood sugar and support overall well-being.
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ADVICE

Lifestyle and Testosterone

  • Address lifestyle factors to boost testosterone.
  • These include stress, nutrition, exercise, sleep, alcohol, and relationships.
INSIGHT

Diet and Testosterone

  • Good fats, even saturated fats, are needed to produce cholesterol, a building block for testosterone.
  • A diet high in starch and sugar negatively affects testosterone levels.
ANECDOTE

Case Study: Executive with Low Testosterone

  • A 52-year-old executive with fatigue and excess fat had low free testosterone, despite taking testosterone.
  • Addressing hormone imbalance, over-aromatization, and other factors greatly improved his condition.
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