"Being in a more optimal testosterone level is gonna make you more of who you are... Aging doesn’t have to be a difficult process."
Josh Whalen and Dr. Jacey Folkers of Blokes
EFR 610: Dr. Jacey Folkers and Josh Whalen on Busting Myths and Misconceptions About Unique Men’s Health Needs and Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Did you know that men are 25% less likely to see a physician? When it comes to health and wellness, men are often told to “man up”… but at the cost of what? Our cognition, sex drive, strength, stamina, the list goes on. That’s why this week, we’re focusing on all things men’s health.
Today, we speak with Dr. Jacey Folkers, Doctor of Functional Medicine and Owner of Rise to Wellness, along with Josh Whalen, Founder and CEO of Blokes, a modern men’s healthcare company. These guys are making huge strides in the field of men’s health and they’re here to share their wealth of knowledge and experience on everything from electrolytes to hormones.
In this discussion, they address the myths and misconceptions about male hormones and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), the do’s and don’ts of TRT, and the role of peptides in men’s health. They also speak not only on the physical aspects of hormone replacement and support therapies, but also the emotional and mental aspects of it which are just as important.
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Key Highlights
Dr. Jacey and Josh highlight the research-backed contributors to lowered testosterone levels and factors that affect hormone levels. They also touch on what men can do to keep their hormones balanced.
Feelings of depression, lack of motivation, and low sex drive can be signs of low testosterone levels. Once you enter your 30s or 40s, getting your hormone levels checked can give you great insight into why you’re not feeling your best and how you can begin to optimize your hormonal health.
The trio shares their candid thoughts on what it feels like to optimize your health and lifestyle with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).
What can you expect with TRT? Dr. Jacey breaks down the impacts of low testosterone, like low libido, erectile dysfunction (ED), and mood swings, along with the benefits of TRT, such as greater strength, sex drive, and more frequent morning erections.
Dr. Jacey talks about how to do TRT safely and effectively, the importance of getting your blood tested regularly, and why men should not bottom out their estrogen levels.
What is the relationship between peptides, hormones, and health optimization? Can I use peptides to get off my medication?
If I start TRT, do I have to be on TRT for the rest of my life? Tune in to find out!
Powerful Quotes by Josh Whalen and Dr. Jacey Folkers
One of the barriers that we have as a company is getting beyond the misperception or bad perceptions of testosterone. What we’re doing is replacing what we think should be there for your age… what helps you be better day-to-day. – Josh Whalen
Being in a more optimal testosterone level is gonna make you more of who you are. – Dr. Jacey Folkers
We’re gonna help you get to that finish line a little bit quicker, but you’re still doing the dirty work. You still have to make the lifestyle adjustments, you still have to lift weights, you still have to have an active lifestyle, you’ve got to be committed. – Josh Whalen
Aging doesn’t have to be a difficult process. – Josh Whalen
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