#106 How To Increase Your Testosterone Levels Naturally | Derek from MPMD

About this episode

Derek from More Plates More Dates discusses natural ways to increase testosterone levels and evaluates popular supplements.

Get access to more than 70 Ask Me Anything episodes with Dr. Rhonda Patrick when you sign up as a FoundMyFitness Premium Member When testosterone runs low, libido isn't the only casualty—muscle mass drops, fat accumulates, insulin resistance rises, and motivation declines. In this episode, Derek from More Plates More Dates highlights common pitfalls that suppress testosterone and evaluates popular testosterone-boosting supplements like Tongkat Ali, boron, and ashwagandha, clarifying what's evidence-based versus overhyped. He also details practical strategies for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), covering optimal delivery methods, benefits, risks, fertility implications, and key biomarkers to monitor. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (04:50) Why is testosterone essential for men? (07:11) The role of testosterone in women's health (08:53) Does higher testosterone shorten lifespan? (12:12) What the castrati reveal about testosterone and longevity (15:07) Free vs. total testosterone—what's the difference? (18:42) Best practices for measuring and interpreting testosterone levels (21:29) Reference ranges or symptoms—which matters more? (24:50) When is high testosterone a red…

People in this episode

Host: Rhonda Patrick

Guest: Derek

Topics covered

• testosterone
• health
• supplements
• testosterone replacement therapy
• men's health
• nutrition

Keywords

• testosterone
• libido
• muscle mass
• insulin resistance
• TRT
• supplements
• health
• nutrition

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: More Plates More Dates

Products: Tongkat Ali, boron, ashwagandha

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