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Understanding the relationship between hormones, fertility and health
4:07:37 - 4:21:07 (13:29)
This episode explains the intricate relationship between hormones, fertility and health; and how the tightly regulated cycle of follicle stimulating hormone is key to optimizing egg and sperm health. It also notes the caution of using Shilagy to increase testosterone and follicle stimulating hormones for women who wish to conceive.
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Shilajit has been shown to increase testosterone and FSH in men, but women should approach it with caution due to the importance of regulated levels of FSH in the ovulatory cycle.
4:07:37 - 4:11:04 (03:26)
Summary
Shilajit has been shown to increase testosterone and FSH in men, but women should approach it with caution due to the importance of regulated levels of FSH in the ovulatory cycle.
ChapterUnderstanding the relationship between hormones, fertility and health
EpisodeHow to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
PodcastHuberman Lab
Zinc supplementation of 120 milligrams taken twice per day with meals can significantly increase testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, leading to increased sperm count and testicular size.
4:11:04 - 4:15:42 (04:38)
Summary
Zinc supplementation of 120 milligrams taken twice per day with meals can significantly increase testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, leading to increased sperm count and testicular size.
ChapterUnderstanding the relationship between hormones, fertility and health
EpisodeHow to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
PodcastHuberman Lab
The regulation of fertility by hormones is a tightly controlled process, enabling OBGYNs and fertility docs to have a grasp on which levers and buttons to push for appropriate spermatogenesis and ovulatory cycles.
4:15:43 - 4:21:07 (05:23)
Summary
The regulation of fertility by hormones is a tightly controlled process, enabling OBGYNs and fertility docs to have a grasp on which levers and buttons to push for appropriate spermatogenesis and ovulatory cycles.