Evidence-based men's health from Veedma, hosted by urologist Vladimir Kotlov, MD. We cover testosterone, sexual health, and longevity, grounded in clinical guidelines, not bro-science. Most low testosterone is reversible, so the focus is finding the cause and restoring your own testosterone before resorting to TRT.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast.
Episode 19: On Cloud X 3 review: Good for lifting and short runs?
A biomechanics-based review of whether the On Cloud X 3 is a true hybrid for lifting and short runs.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep19.
28 Aug 2026
Episode 18: Long term TRT management: What to expect
Learn what long-term TRT management involves, including prognosis, monitoring, and who may need lifelong treatment.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep18.
20 Aug 2026
Episode 17: When does TRT start working? Timeline and labs
TRT and Enclomiphene can improve symptoms over weeks to months, with follow-up labs confirming response and safety.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep17.
13 Aug 2026
Episode 16: TRT formulations: Injections vs gel and dosing
This episode compares testosterone replacement options, dosing, and the tradeoffs between injections and gels.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep16.
30 Jul 2026
Episode 15: Alternatives to TRT that preserve fertility
Enclomiphene offers a fertility-preserving alternative to TRT for men with secondary or functional hypogonadism.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep15.
23 Jul 2026
Episode 14: Functional vs organic hypogonadism: Key differences
Learn how functional hypogonadism differs from organic hypogonadism and why the distinction matters.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep14.
16 Jul 2026
Episode 13: Conditions that mimic low testosterone symptoms
Low testosterone symptoms are often caused by thyroid disease, sleep apnea, depression, or diabetes.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep13.
9 Jul 2026
Episode 12: Low testosterone and depression: Other linked risks
This episode examines how confirmed low testosterone can affect mood, bone, muscle, and cardiovascular health.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep12.
2 Jul 2026
Episode 11: Obesity and low testosterone: What's the link?
Obesity and low testosterone often drive each other, so symptoms and hormone testing are essential.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep11.
25 Jun 2026
Episode 10: Normal testosterone levels but symptoms? What to check
A normal testosterone result does not rule out hypogonadism, especially without morning free T, LH, and FSH.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep10.
18 Jun 2026
Episode 9: Low testosterone test: What labs to order, when to test
Learn which morning fasting labs to order to diagnose low testosterone, including LH, FSH, and free testosterone.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep9.
11 Jun 2026
Episode 8: Low testosterone symptoms by age: Signs by decade
This episode explains how low testosterone symptoms vary by decade and why diagnosis requires both symptoms and labs.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep8.
5 Jun 2026
Episode 7: What are the main low testosterone symptoms?
The most specific low testosterone symptoms are reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and loss of morning erections.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep7.
28 May 2026
Episode 6: Medications that lower testosterone in men
This episode explains how medications and lifestyle factors can suppress testosterone and cause hypogonadism.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep6.
21 May 2026
Episode 5: HPG axis explained: How testosterone is produced
This episode explains the HPG axis and how LH and FSH control testosterone production and treatment decisions.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep5.
7 May 2026
Episode 4: Primary hypogonadism vs secondary hypogonadism
Primary and secondary hypogonadism are distinguished by LH and FSH patterns, guiding treatment and fertility decisions.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep4.
23 Apr 2026
Episode 3: Low testosterone prevalence: Is it rising in young men?
This episode explores why low testosterone appears to be rising in young men and whether the trend is real.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep3.
16 Apr 2026
Episode 2: Low testosterone by age: What's normal in men?
Testosterone declines modestly with age; symptoms and repeat morning labs matter more than age alone.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep2.
11 Apr 2026
Episode 1: What is low testosterone? Symptoms and lab cutoffs
This episode explains how low testosterone is diagnosed by symptoms plus morning lab cutoffs, not one number.
If you've been experiencing low energy, poor sleep, declining performance, or unwanted body changes and that sounds like you, upload your labs to VEEDMA for free, or order labs through our special offer at https://veedma.com/s/podcast/ep1.
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