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Dr. Kyle Gillett: Tools for Hormone Optimization in Males

Dec 12, 2022
Dr. Kyle Gillett, a dual board-certified physician specializing in family and obesity medicine, shares his expertise on hormone optimization for men. He discusses the impacts of puberty and aging on hormone levels. Topics include actionable lifestyle changes, the effects of nutrition and exercise, and insights into supplements like tongkat ali and creatine. Gillett also addresses the importance of monitoring hormone health through bloodwork, along with the implications of prescription therapies and how behaviors like stress and substance use affect testosterone levels.
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  • Behavioral, nutritional, supplement-based, and prescription drug-based tools can optimize male hormone levels for improved mood, libido, well-being, strength, cognition, and psychological factors.
  • The timing and duration of puberty can impact adult height, body composition, and long-term hormone levels, emphasizing the need for healthy body fat levels and avoiding excessive fat accumulation.

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The Importance of Hormone Optimization in Men

Dr. Kyle Gillette discusses the importance of hormone optimization in men, focusing on behavioral, nutritional, supplement-based, and prescription drug-based tools. He highlights the impact of hormones on mood, libido, well-being, strength, cognition, and psychological factors. Dr. Gillette emphasizes the need for specific recommendations based on individual goals and ages, urging individuals to gauge and understand their own libido and hormone levels. He discusses whether hormone optimization should be pursued continually throughout the year and the behavioral foundations of optimal hormone function.

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