Episode 136: Men’s Health and Hormones: How to Boost Energy, Improve Sleep, and Manage Low Testosterone.

Low energy, poor sleep, and lack of motivation aren’t always “just aging”—sometimes, it’s a sign of something deeper.

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Episode Highlights

In this episode, Adam Lane sits down with Nick McKeown of EliTest Health, a physician assistant specializing in men’s health and testosterone management. Together, they unpack what declining testosterone really means, how lifestyle plays a role, and what to know before considering testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).

Key Insights

• Why testosterone levels often decline in men starting in their 30s and 40s.

• How sleep, diet, stress, and resistance training directly impact hormones.

• What lab tests reveal about testosterone and overall health.

• The process of TRT—dosage, side effects, and ongoing monitoring.

• Natural ways to support testosterone levels without medication.

• Pros and cons of different TRT methods (injections, creams, pellets, pills)
  

Episode Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:17 Testosterone Levels and Environmental Factors

05:43 estosterone Testing and Initial Consultation

13:48 Managing Testosterone Levels and Side Effects

23:25 Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone

25:14 Different Methods of Testosterone Replacement

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Supporting Information

🔗 EliTest Health Website

📍 Facebook: Nick McKeown

📍 Instagram: @mckeownnick

Friendly Closing

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