{"id":3643,"date":"2026-10-09T07:00:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T07:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/optimalfitness-health.com\/?p=3643"},"modified":"2026-10-09T07:00:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T07:00:11","slug":"the-ultimate-mens-health-guide-testosterone-sex-drive-aging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/optimalfitness-health.com\/?p=3643","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Men\u2019s Health Guide: Testosterone, Sex Drive, &amp; Aging"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kbx9iMmJWn0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This is the ultimate guide to male hormones and men\u2019s health.<\/p>\n<p>If a man you love has seemed a bit off lately, this episode will help you understand why. It\u2019s for both men &#8211; and the people who love them.<\/p>\n<p>This conversation, the first-ever men\u2019s health episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, was inspired by Mel wanting to learn more about her husband Chris and what she can do to help him with his hormones. <\/p>\n<p>Specifically, it all began with the question: should he be taking testosterone?<\/p>\n<p>That led Mel to the world-renowned Stanford urologist Dr. Michael Eisenberg, who joins her today to talk all things men\u2019s health.<\/p>\n<p>No topic is off limits \u2013 Mel asks the questions that may be on your mind \u2013 including everything you and your loved ones need to know about testosterone, erectile dysfunction, sexual health, and prostate health.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Eisenberg explains what happens to men\u2019s hormones as they age, what symptoms to keep a close eye on, and what you and the men you love can do about them.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Eisenberg is a board certified urologist and Professor of Urology at Stanford University. He also leads Stanford&#8217;s Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery Program. He specializes in men\u2019s health, testosterone, fertility, and sexual dysfunction.<\/p>\n<p>He will also explain why reproductive health is not separate from the rest of a man\u2019s health. It isn&#8217;t just directly tied, but it is also a window into what&#8217;s happening throughout a man\u2019s body. <\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll learn:<br \/>\n-The signs of low testosterone \u2013 and when it makes sense to get tested.<br \/>\n-Who may benefit from testosterone therapy and who probably should not be taking it.<br \/>\n-How sleep, stress, excess body fat, depression, and alcohol can affect testosterone levels.<br \/>\n-The side effects and fertility implications every man should understand before starting testosterone.<br \/>\n-What erectile dysfunction is, what causes it, and why it can be an important signal about a man\u2019s overall health.<br \/>\n-The differences between Viagra, Cialis, and other treatments for erectile dysfunction.<br \/>\n-Why erectile dysfunction can deeply affect confidence, intimacy, and relationships, and how a partner can help.<br \/>\n-Why male fertility matters even if you are not trying to have children right now.<br \/>\n-What changes in urination and prostate health are worth bringing up with a doctor.<br \/>\n-Why pelvic floor health matters for men.<\/p>\n<p>If there is a man in your life who has seemed more tired, withdrawn, less interested in sex, or simply not like himself lately, this conversation will help you understand what may be going on and what the two of you can do next.<\/p>\n<p>And whether you are listening for a man you love, or you\u2019re a man who wants to take control of your health, you\u2019ll be empowered by what Dr. Eisenberg has to share today.<\/p>\n<p>For more resources related to today\u2019s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https:\/\/www.melrobbins.com\/episode\/episode-442\/ <\/p>\n<p>Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/themelrobbinspodcast <\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I\u2019ll see you in the next episode. <\/p>\n<p>In this episode:<br \/>\n00:00 Meet the Guest<br \/>\n03:43 Signs You May Have Low Testosterone<br \/>\n08:06 Do You Need Testosterone?<br \/>\n13:52 What Causes Low Testosterone in Men?<br \/>\n20:49 Can Depression Cause Low Testosterone?<br \/>\n25:25 The Different Ways to Take Testosterone<br \/>\n28:01 What Are the Side Effects of Testosterone?<br \/>\n30:56 What to Know Before Starting Testosterone<br \/>\n33:10 How Long Should You Take Testosterone?<br \/>\n35:47 What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?<br \/>\n39:56 The Emotional Impact of Erectile Dysfunction<br \/>\n41:58 The Best Treatments for Erectile Dysfunction<br \/>\n52:08 The Surprising Health Benefits of Sex<br \/>\n54:42 Why Male Fertility Is Declining<br \/>\n01:01:50 What Causes Frequent Urination?<br \/>\n01:05:40 The Health Signs Men Shouldn\u2019t Ignore<\/p>\n<p>\u2014<br \/>\nFollow Mel:<br \/>\nInstagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/melrobbins\/<br \/>\nTikTok: http:\/\/tiktok.com\/@melrobbins<br \/>\nFacebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/melrobbins<br \/>\nLinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/melrobbins<br \/>\nWebsite: http:\/\/melrobbins.com\u200b<br \/>\n\u2014<br \/>\nSign up for Mel\u2019s newsletter: https:\/\/melrob.co\/sign-up-newsletter<br \/>\nA note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want.<br \/>\n\u2014<br \/>\nSubscribe to Mel\u2019s channel here: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/melrobbins\u200b?sub_confirmation=1<br \/>\n\u2014<br \/>\nListen to The Mel Robbins Podcast \ud83c\udfa7 New episodes drop every Monday &amp; Thursday!<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/melrob.co\/spotify<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/melrob.co\/applepodcasts<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/melrob.co\/amazonmusic<br \/>\n\u2014<br \/>\nLooking for Mel\u2019s books on Amazon? Find them here:<\/p>\n<p>The Let Them Theory: https:\/\/amzn.to\/3IQ21Oe<br \/>\nThe Let Them Theory Audiobook: https:\/\/amzn.to\/413SObp<br \/>\nThe High 5 Habit: https:\/\/amzn.to\/3fMvfPQ<br \/>\nThe 5 Second Rule: https:\/\/amzn.to\/4l54fah<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This is the ultimate guide to male hormones and men\u2019s health. 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