Did you know women have more circulating testosterone than estrogen when measured in equivalent units? And could testosterone play an overlooked role in muscle growth, metabolism, and healthy aging?
In this episode, Vanessa is joined by Dr. Khashayar Farzam, physician specializing in emergency and obesity medicine, founder of True North Metabolic, and clinical assistant professor at McMaster University.
They unpack the new review Beyond Libido: The Multifaceted Role of Testosterone in Women, exploring testosterone's role in women's health, how levels change with age and menopause, and what the evidence says about testosterone replacement therapy.
PLUS: Dr. Farzam shares a fascinating case study of an experienced lifter who lost nearly 15 lbs of body weight while preserving almost all measured muscle mass—yet still experienced a substantial decline in strength!
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Studies Discussed
Beyond Libido: The Multifaceted Role of Testosterone in Women
https://doi.org/10.1093/sxmrev/qeag072
Maintenance of Skeletal Muscle Mass Does Not Guarantee Bench Press Performance: A Body-Composition Case Study
https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.108557
Connect with Vanessa:
Website: KetogenicGirl.com
Instagram: @ketogenicgirl
Connect with Dr. Farzam:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truenorthmetabolic/
Official Website: https://www.doctorfarzam.com
True North Metabolic: https://www.truenorthmetabolic.com
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Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not personalized medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding hormone testing or treatment.