Intellectual Medicine

About Intellectual Medicine

Dr. Stephen Petteruti brings more than 30 years of medical experience to candid conversations about prostate cancer, men's health, hormones, longevity, and the decisions that affect how men live and age. Get the research, clinical perspective, and questions worth asking before making health decisions.

Publisher

Dr. Stephen Petteruti

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Mar 2019

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 178 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Prostate Cancer Diet: Can You Still Eat Sugar, Meat, and Dairy?

   Can you really starve prostate cancer by changing what you eat? And do you need to give up sugar, meat, and dairy after a prostate cancer diagnosis?In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explores the relationship between nutrition, cancer metabolism, and prostate health. He explains why attempting to deprive cancer cells of nutrients is more complicated than simply eliminating sugar, and why maintaining healthy cells is equally important.Dr. Petteruti discusses the potential concerns surrounding processed and charred meats, glutamine, and dairy products, emphasizing food preparation, portion sizes, and individual responses to certain foods. He also examines the relationship between excess body fat, inflammation, vitamin D, estrogen, and mTOR, a pathway involved in cell growth.The conversation also covers foods he recommends incorporating into a balanced diet, including green tea, tomatoes, broccoli, and mushrooms, alongside his perspective on supplements, juicing, and intermittent fasting.Throughout the episode, Dr. Petteruti encourages a practical, sustainable approach to nutrition rather than restrictive diets or eliminating entire food groups.Timestamps:(00:00) Can you starve cancer through diet?(01:00) Why cutting out sugar isn't enough to starve cancer(02:09) Meat and prostate cancer: Does preparation matter?(03:40) Glutamine: A nutrient needed by cancer cells and healthy cells(05:14) Dairy, milk, and inflammation(07:20) Portion sizes: Can too much healthy food be harmful?(09:16) Green tea, tomatoes, and broccoli: Foods with potential health benefits(11:05) Body fat, vitamin D, and prostate cancer risk(12:35) Estrogen and its potential role in prostate cancer(13:04) Understanding mTOR and cell growth(14:04) Juicing, intermittent fasting, and muscle health(15:32) Mushrooms versus mushroom supplements(16:53) Building a balanced diet without eliminating foods you enjoyEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite platforms.Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone, and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.📚 ResourcesDr. Petteruti Men's Vitality Grouphttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/membershipFight Cancer Like a Manhttps://www.amazon.com/Fight-Cancer-Like-Man-Breakthrough/dp/B0GP6JHQTQDr. Petteruti's Newsletterhttps://drstephenpetteruti.substack.com/subscribePodcast Show Noteshttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/podcast-notes🌐 Learn MoreDr. Stephen Petterutihttps://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/Intellectual Medicinehttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/📱 Connect with Dr. PetterutiInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti🎧 Listen to the PodcastApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intellectual-medicine/id1458649409Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3om1BQGP8f0hODZ6neWCd1#Overdiagnosis #ProstateHealth #MensVitality #ActiveSurveillanceDisclaimer:The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Surgery vs. Radiation For Prostate Cancer: What Should You Choose?

   When men with prostate cancer are presented with surgery or radiation, how should they evaluate the evidence behind those choices?In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti examines a 2024 study comparing prostatectomy with radiation therapy for early-stage prostate cancer. Rather than focusing only on the study’s headline conclusion, he looks at how the research was designed, which patients were included, what comparison group was missing, and who funded the study.Dr. Petteruti also discusses the reported side effects of surgery and radiation and explains why he believes potential treatment-related harm should play a larger role in decision-making. He contrasts the study with findings from the ProtecT trial and with outcomes he has observed among patients following his own protocol.The broader message is about looking beyond headlines when evaluating medical research. Dr. Petteruti encourages patients to examine how studies are structured, understand potential conflicts of interest, and consider whether surgery and radiation are the only approaches worth exploring.Timestamps:(00:45) Surgery or radiation: which is better?(01:46) Examining a 2024 prostate cancer study(03:27) What is missing from the comparison?(04:10) Comparing the study with the ProtecT trial(05:03) Who funded the research?(06:12) Side effects after surgery and radiation(07:59) Dr. Petteruti identifies a study design problem(08:27) Outcomes from the Petteruti Protocol(11:20) How to evaluate prostate cancer research(12:30) Looking beyond surgery and radiationReferences:Radical Prostatectomy Versus Stereotactic Radiotherapy for Clinically Localised Prostate Cancer: Results of the PACE-A Randomised Trial- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39266383/Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite platforms.Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone, and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.📚 ResourcesDr. Petteruti Men's Vitality Grouphttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/membershipFight Cancer Like a Manhttps://www.amazon.com/Fight-Cancer-Like-Man-Breakthrough/dp/B0GP6JHQTQDr. Petteruti's Newsletterhttps://drstephenpetteruti.substack.com/subscribePodcast Show Noteshttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/podcast-notes🌐 Learn MoreDr. Stephen Petterutihttps://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/Intellectual Medicinehttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/📱 Connect with Dr. PetterutiInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti🎧 Listen to the PodcastApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intellectual-medicine/id1458649409Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3om1BQGP8f0hODZ6neWCd1#Overdiagnosis #ProstateHealth #MensVitality #ActiveSurveillanceDisclaimer:The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

3. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Can I Live With Prostate Cancer?

   A prostate cancer diagnosis can immediately raise one frightening question: How long do I have? In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti argues that there is another question worth asking: How do you want to live?Dr. Petteruti explores the difference between lifespan, health span and sexual lifespan, and explains why he believes vitality and quality of life should be central considerations when evaluating prostate cancer treatment. He discusses early-stage and metastatic prostate cancer, the potential consequences of treatment, and the importance of understanding what a particular intervention may realistically accomplish.The episode also examines the difficult balance between pursuing longevity and preserving quality of life. Dr. Petteruti encourages men to take time after a diagnosis, seek professional guidance, understand their options and consider their overall health rather than allowing fear to drive an immediate decision.Living longer matters, but so does the health, independence and vitality of the life being preserved.Timestamps:(00:01) The fear that follows a prostate cancer diagnosis(01:18) Lifespan, health span and sexual lifespan(02:17) Ask a better question: How do you want to live?(03:10) Looking beyond cancer to your overall health(04:43) Why Dr. Petteruti recommends pausing before treatment decisions(06:19) When prostate cancer has spread to the bones(07:49) Longevity versus quality of life(10:46) Can you become an outlier?(11:49) Do you have to sacrifice quality for longevity?(12:12) Getting guidance and understanding your options(14:21) The value of the life you are living right now(15:05) Why sacrificing vitality for longevity can be a bad tradeEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite platforms.Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone, and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.📚 ResourcesDr. Petteruti Men's Vitality Grouphttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/membershipFight Cancer Like a Manhttps://www.amazon.com/Fight-Cancer-Like-Man-Breakthrough/dp/B0GP6JHQTQDr. Petteruti's Newsletterhttps://drstephenpetteruti.substack.com/subscribePodcast Show Noteshttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/podcast-notes🌐 Learn MoreDr. Stephen Petterutihttps://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/Intellectual Medicinehttps://www.intellectualmedicine.com/📱 Connect with Dr. PetterutiInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti🎧 Listen to the PodcastApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intellectual-medicine/id1458649409Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3om1BQGP8f0hODZ6neWCd1#Overdiagnosis #ProstateHealth #MensVitality #ActiveSurveillanceDisclaimer:The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

Inside a recent episode

The Anti-Aging Breakthrough: Can This Molecule Help You Live Longer? (C60 Explained)

Published 21 Apr 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] You have the spherical molecule of 60 carbon atoms. And because of this one shape that occurs 20 times. So there's one shape on it that's reminiscent of benzene and it occurs 20 times on the exterior of this, we call it ESS60, this ESS60 molecule. Benzene, like ubiquitous in our society, we do not have modern society without the benzene ring. If you have any doubts, just look around you and imagine everything that is plastic gone because the foundational molecule is the benzene ring. Many medications have benzene as the foundational molecule, including aspirin. And so it's ubiquitous in our society and we don't have modern society without it. […]

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

19 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

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Podcast Authority Score: 78 / 100

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93

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77

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