43. Tracy Gapin, MD: Why Men Today Have HALF the Testosterone of Their Fathers

Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD

What if the symptoms you’ve been chalking up to aging, low energy, brain fog, stubborn belly fat, and lack of motivation, were actually signs of a deeper hormonal imbalance?

The truth is, testosterone levels in men have been plummeting for decades, and it’s not just about aging. Environmental toxins, chronic stress, poor sleep, and nutrient deficiencies are creating a perfect storm for hormonal disruption, affecting not only performance but long-term health and longevity.

In today’s episode, I sat down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a board-certified urologist and expert in men’s health optimization, to break down the science of testosterone, hormone balance, and high-performance living. We dive into why traditional medicine is failing men, how environmental toxins are silently crushing testosterone levels across generations, and the critical role of biomarker testing in personalizing health strategies.

Dr. Tracy Gapin is a board-certified urologist with 23 years of clinical experience in men's health, functional medicine, and longevity. As the founder of the Gapin Institute and author of Male 2.0, he specializes in precision health, leveraging genetics, epigenetics, and advanced diagnostics to optimize performance and extend healthspan.

We Also Discuss:

00:00 - Introduction to Men's Health and Hormones

02:15 - Significance of Testosterone in Men's Health

05:30 - Limitations of Traditional Healthcare in Addressing Men's Health Issues

08:45 - Understanding Underlying Reasons for Health Concerns

12:00 - Comprehensive Biomarker Testing for Health Optimization

15:20 - Impact of Lifestyle Factors (Nutrition, Stress) on Hormone Levels

18:35 - Effects of Environmental Toxins on Testosterone Levels and Overall Health

22:10 - Distinction Between Total Testosterone and Free Testosterone

25:45 - Relevance of Testosterone for Both Men and Women

29:00 - Various Methods of Testosterone Therapy (Injectable, Topical, Pellets)

32:30 - Management and Necessity of Regular Testing in Hormone Therapy

35:50 - Personalized Approaches to Hormone Therapy

Learn more about Dr. Shah:

Website: https://www.drshah.com/

Clinic: https://www.next-health.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darshanshahmd/

Learn more about Dr. Tracy Gapin:

Website: https://drtracygapin.com/ https://gapininstitute.com/start-here-gapin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtracygapin/

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