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In this solo episode, Dave Lee breaks down one of the most debated questions in testosterone replacement therapy: How often should you take testosterone? He explains why dosing frequency matters more than many men realize—and why stability is the key to long-term success on TRT. Dave compares common dosing schedules, unpacks the science behind hormonal fluctuations, and outlines who may benefit most from dail...

Men will fail on TRT because they don’t understand what the first year is really about. Dave Lee breaks down what the first 6 to 12 months of testosterone replacement therapy really look like—and why this phase derails so many men. He explains how short-term expectations sabotage long-term success, how to measure progress beyond labs, and why your daily habits matter as much as your provider's protocol. From ...

Most men on TRT are being failed by their clinics—and it all starts with what’s not in their blood work. In Part 1 of this two-part series, Dave Lee calls out the widespread problems in how hormone clinics approach TRT. From bare-minimum blood testing to copy-paste protocols, most clinics are skipping the foundational steps required for real, lasting results. Dave explains why comprehensive labs and individua...

Ever been told it’s all in your head—when it was really in your gut, hormones, or labs? In this episode, Amy Stuttle welcomes back Anna Griffith, DNP at Victory Men’s Health, for a rapid-fire conversation between patient appointments. They break down some of the most common medical misdiagnoses—IBS, anxiety, depression, arthritis—and what might really be goin...

When the President supposedly skips a decade of PSA tests, it’s not just a health issue—it’s a national conversation.

 

Amy Stuttle is joined by Dr. David Yablonsky to discuss President Joe Biden’s stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis and the broader implications it has for men’s health awareness, leadership transparency, and public trust. They explore the timeline of the diagnosis and wha...

Think melatonin is just a sleep aid? Think again.
In this solo episode, Dave Lee breaks down why melatonin is one of the most misunderstood hormones in health optimization. He tackles the biggest myths — from "melatonin suppresses your natural production" to concerns about dopamine and testosterone — and explains how this powerful antioxidant plays a critical role in circadian rhythm, recovery, and l...

Is your doctor following outdated rules—or just playing by the insurance playbook… or both? Amy Stuttle is joined by Dr. David Yablonsky to break down the complications of navigating testosterone treatment within a broken insurance model. They discuss how insurance-driven care often leads to denied treatments, misinformation, and patient exploitation. The conversation clears up medical myths—especially around hemat...

Libido Is a Symptom, Not the Problem. Dave Lee breaks down one of the most common concerns in men’s health—libido issues. He explains why sexual dysfunction is rarely just about hormones and why low libido should be seen as a symptom, not a standalone diagnosis. From poor TRT protocols to mental health and lifestyle stressors, Dave outlines the real reasons behind low sex drive and what to do about it.

 

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Gaslit by Your Doctor? The Truth About Women’s Hormones.  Amy Stuttle welcomes back Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald, a hormone optimization specialist and former anesthesiologist, to address the widespread misinformation women face in healthcare. They dive into common myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy, the realities of perimenopause, and the risks tied to synthetic birth control. Dr. Fitz breaks down why fat...

Dave Lee returns to break down one of the most misunderstood hormones in men’s health: pregnenolone. From its critical role in brain health and neurotransmission to its connection with hormone replacement therapy, Dave shares his personal journey recovering from a traumatic brain injury and how pregnenolone played a key role in his recovery.

He discusses why pregnenolone is often overlooked, how it functions as mo...

Caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, and cannabis—everyone’s got a favorite. But if you’re chasing optimal health or on TRT, your vices might be the reason you still feel off.

 

In this episode, Dave Lee breaks down how these four common stimulants silently sabotage your sleep, mood, libido, recovery, and overall performance. With insights from neuropsychiatry, behavioral psychology, and his work as a health coach, ...

Understanding HRV & Wearable Tech. Amy Stuttle is joined by Dr. Michael Twyman, a cardiologist from St. Louis, to break down heart rate variability (HRV)—one of the most misunderstood metrics in wearable health technology.

 

Dr. Twyman explains what HRV is and how ...

3 Mistakes Men Make When Starting TRT. Hormone optimization expert Dave Lee joins the podcast to break down the biggest mistakes men make when starting testosterone replacement therapy. From choosing the wrong clinic to having unrealistic expectations and failing...

TRT, Estrogen Myths, SHBG, and Wild Urology Stories with Dr. Jordan Grant. In this episode, Dr. Jordan Grant, a Texas-based urologist and hormone optimization expert, joins Amy Stuttle to tackle real questions from the TRT and Hormone Optimization Facebook group. 

 

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