Ep337: Want Your Spark Back? Let’s Talk Testosterone for Women with Danielle Brandt

In this episode, I sit down with nurse practitioner Danielle Brandt to talk about the misconceptions around testosterone for women and why the conversation is way more nuanced than social media makes it seem. We cover common signs of low testosterone in perimenopause, the different therapy options available, who might benefit, and how to know if it’s actually something worth considering for you. If you’ve been curious about testosterone but also overwhelmed by all the conflicting information online, this conversation will help you think about it in a much more informed way.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

- Why testosterone gets labeled a “male hormone” and why that’s misleading

- The role testosterone plays in energy, mood, libido, and muscle for women

- Signs your testosterone might be low (that you might be brushing off)

- Why you can feel “off” even if your labs are technically “normal”

- The barriers women face when trying to even test or treat low testosterone

- Different ways testosterone is used (creams, gels, injections, etc.)

- Pros and cons of each option (and what to consider)

- How to have a better, more informed conversation with your provider

- Why testosterone might be the missing piece for some women

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