Male Hormones: What Every Man Needs to Know with Dr. R. Kumar

Low energy, low libido or body changes? Hormonal changes aren’t just a female issue. Learn how male hormones, including testosterone or Low T, affect your health and vitality. We cover signs of male hormone imbalance, andropause, hormone replacement therapy, and the lifestyle tweaks that can make a difference. Integrative physician, Dr. R. Kumar, shares science-backed insights and actionable tips to help you feel your best.  In this episode you’ll hear:2:30 – About male hormones including testosterone4:45 – Low testosterone levels7:20 – What is the function of testosterone in men?8:15 – Hormonal imbalance for men and the causes9:30 – When does testosterone start to drop naturally?9:45 – What supports testosterone production?10:30 – Alcohol’s effect on male hormones11:00 – When to check testosterone levels?12:15 – DHEA14:15 – Bioidentical testosterone15:40 – Lifestyle and diet strategies to support healthy testosterone16:40 – Food sources of zinc18:00 – Whole food plant-based diet to support hormones and the microbiome20:15 – Is soy bad for men?24:30 – Testosterone and cognition25:30 – Cost of testosterone27:00 – Finding an integrative physicianGuest Link: https://www.ommanicenter.com/Resources referenced in the episode:·      Understanding How Our Body Works webinar by Dr. Rose Kumar·      Balancing Female Hormones in Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. R. Kumar podcast·      Reversal of cognitive decline: A novel therapeutic program CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann  Click here to sign up for our free newsletter.  To become a podcast supporter, click here.Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based, Grow Health Podcast, Health and Wellness Podcasting,