Eps 383: Testosterone for Women: What It Means for Your Body
As a woman, testosterone is actually one of your most underrated hormones—yet it's key to your vitality. Here are all the reasons why.
Testosterone is more important for women than we’ve been led to believe and it’s time to understand why. In this episode, I’m revealing how testosterone influences your energy, confidence, and even your muscle tone. From your ovaries to your adrenal glands, I’m breaking down how this hormone is produced and why its decline in midlife can lead to frustration. We’ll also dive into how stress, sleep, and even diet can affect your testosterone levels.
If you’ve been feeling off, unmotivated, or like your spark is fading, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on.
Get ready for a game-changing understanding of your body’s needs, tune in now!
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Episode Preview
01:31 – Podcast Intro
04:20 – Testosterone Declines Before Estrogen
06:10 – Where Women Make Testosterone
07:41 – What Is SHBG?
10:05 – Total vs Free Testosterone
12:55 – Symptoms of Low Testosterone
15:30 – Signs of High Testosterone
17:55 – Why Testosterone Drops Early
19:45 – Testosterone Therapy Options
23:10 – Is Testosterone Safe for Women?
25:40 – What to Say to Your Doctor
27:30 – Why Hormones Aren’t Step One
29:14 – Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone
31:45 – Final Takeaway + Next Steps
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