Most Men Are not "Fine": Low Testosterone, Male Menopause, and the Symptoms Men Ignore

Send us Fan MailMale menopause, often called andropause, is real, but it does not mirror menopause in women. Instead of a sudden shutdown, men usually experience a slow testosterone decline across decades. The effects can feel vague at first: lower energy, less drive, weaker workouts, more belly fat. Because these low testosterone symptoms overlap with “normal aging,” many men never get evaluated. Dr. Gustav Lo a hormone and longevity specialist, talks openly with 'Pause host Val Lego about hormone health in midlife as a practical first step, not a vanity project. Loved this conversation? Let’s keep it going. Join our private Facebook group, The Pause Diaries, where we dive deeper into all things perimenopause and menopause—without judgment, just real talk.If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend or colleague. And don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Pause Podcast—your support helps us bring more expert voices to the table. Got a story, symptom, or question? Send it my way at by posting it our Facebook Group The Pause Diaries that supports the podcast. I just might feature it in an upcoming episode!Until next time, stay curious, stay empowered, and never hit pause on your wellbeing.