Hormone Optimization: Testosterone, HRT, Hair Loss & Obesity with Dr. Kyle Gillett, MD

In this rebroadcast of the original conversation from earlier this year, Dr. Kyle Gillett and Dr. Stephanie embark on a deep dive into the intricate world of hormones, with a special focus on androgens. During the conversation they touch on the critical role of sleep, discuss the complexities of PCOS, and delve into the mysteries of hair and hair loss. They also explore TRT, or testosterone replacement therapy, and the broader spectrum of hormonal replacement therapy for women.Dr. Kyle also shares his knowledge in the realm of obesity, exploring the neurobiology and genetic foundations that contribute to this complex issue. So, get ready for a journey through the lipostat and ventromedial hypothalamus—yes, all the geeky things that Dr. Stephanie loves to dissect.Connect with Dr. Kyle on:IG - https://www.instagram.com/kylegillettmd/Website - https://gilletthealth.com/Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-gillett-health-podcast/id1631735999YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@gilletthealth6738/videosIG - https://www.instagram.com/gilletthealth/Resources Mentioned:Gorilla Mind - https://gorillamind.comEpisode Overview:00:00:00 Introduction00:02:48 Welcome to Dr. Kyle Gillett and the Topic of Hormones00:12:02 The Best Diet: Omnivorous or Plant-Based?00:22:03 Differential Conversion of Testosterone to DHT in Various Cells00:24:31 PCOS and Androgen Dominance00:30:53 Optimizing DHT Levels in the Body00:32:04 Creatine and Its Impact on DHT Levels00:33:45 Extending Fertility in Women and the Role of HRT00:36:58 The Importance of Maintaining a High-Performing Body00:42:35 L-Carnitine: An Option for Plant-Based Diets00:46:39 Boron and Its Role in Hormone Optimization00:50:06 Half-life of SHBG and Its Regulation00:53:26 Hair Loss and the Different Types of Hair Loss Explained01:02:17 Practices for Improving Sleep and Hormone Optimization01:06:21 The Connection Between Sleep, Menopause, and Estrogen Reduction01:07:59 The Complexity of Obesity and Calorie Balance01:13:05 Importance of Maintaining Lean Body Mass During Weight Loss01:16:17 Strategies to Circumvent Feedback Mechanisms for Weight Loss01:20:43 Strategies to Slow Down Eating and Practice Intuitive Eating01:29:14 Leptin and Its Role in Satiety and Fat Mass01:35:31 Why Don't All of Us Become Obese? Genetic Factors01:38:33 Testosterone, Dopamine, and Palatability of FoodsWe are grateful to our sponsors:EquipYou can use this daily, after resistance training workouts, or you can even bake with it because it tastes like dessert, not beef. Go to https://equipfoods.com/better and use the code BETTER for 20% off.LevelsTracking your glucose is not just about diabetes, but it's Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, and stroke, it affects your day-to-day energy levels, your ability to even control your weight and sexual function. Right now Levels is offering listeners an additional two free months off an annual membership if you go to https://levels.link/betterInsider TrackerThe goal in life is not just to live longer, but to have more of the years that you live spent healthy. So not just a longer life, but the ability to do things that you love in your 60s, your 70s, your 80s and beyond - and Inside Tracker will help you do just that. Just go to https://insidetracker.com/drstephanie and use code ESTIMA20 to get 20% off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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