Episode
69

Testosterone 101: Everything You Need to Know in 20 Minutes

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Tamsen Fadal
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So you've heard about testosterone. Maybe your doctor mentioned it, maybe you saw something on social media, maybe you just feel off and you're trying to figure out why. But no one has sat down and actually explained it to you. Until now.

Tamsen has spent years interviewing the top doctors in the menopause space and has her own real experience navigating testosterone: the wrong turns, the things that finally worked, and everything she wishes someone had told her sooner. This episode is her way of making it simple.

Whether you've been on estrogen and progesterone and still feel flat, you've lost motivation and drive and chalked it up to stress or getting older, or you've been handed an antidepressant when what you actually needed was a hormone conversation, this episode is for you.

Because testosterone was never just a male hormone. And the fact that most of us were never told that says everything.

You'll learn:

  • Why women actually have more testosterone in their bodies than estrogen and what happens when it drops
  • The difference between low libido and the flatness that touches everything: energy, motivation, muscle, mood
  • Why the standard blood test may completely miss low testosterone in women
  • The different delivery options, including the one Tamsen tried first that she wouldn't recommend
  • How to ask your doctor for the right test and what to say if they won't have the conversation

This episode is part of the How to Menopause series, where Tamsen goes deeper on each chapter of her book right here on the podcast. Twenty minutes. Everything you need to know.

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Tamsen Fadal

So you've heard about testosterone. Maybe your doctor mentioned it, maybe you saw something on social media, maybe you just feel off and you're trying to figure out why.

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medical disclaimer:

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show.

00:00 Intro

01:55 The Hormone Imbalance Behind Low Energy, Mood, and Desire

03:24 Why Women Were Never Told the Truth About Menopause

03:54 Why Estrogen and Progesterone Didn’t Fix Everything

04:39 My Testosterone Pellet Experience and What Went Wrong

05:26 The Truth About Testosterone in Women 

06:47 How Testosterone Affects Energy, Motivation, and Drive

07:17 Why You’re Working Out but Not Seeing Results After 40

08:12 Why Menopause Can Feel Like Depression And Gets Misdiagnosed

10:32 Why Your Hormone Test Might Be Missing the Problem

11:55 How to Use Testosterone Safely with Gel, Cream, and Dosing Explained

13:39 Why Testosterone Pellets Can Backfire (What to Know First)

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