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Confessions of a Male Gynecologist

Confessions of a Male Gynecologist

著者： Shawn Tassone MD PhD
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A podcast by America's Holistic Gynecologist for women navigating reproductive and hormonal health concerns. From menstrual irregularities to menopausal symptoms, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, sleep disturbances, endometriosis, PCOS, and the variety of conditions routinely dismissed in clinical settings. Drawing from over 50,000 patient consultations, Dr. Tassone shares evidence-based solutions and patient success stories to optimize hormonal health and overall wellbeing.2022-2023 Shawn Tassone MD PHD 代替医療・補完医療 衛生・健康的な生活 身体的病い・疾患
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  • 169: Do I Really Have a Hormone Imbalance? What Every Woman Needs to Know

    169: Do I Really Have a Hormone Imbalance? What Every Woman Needs to Know
    2026/07/09

    For years, women were told their symptoms were "all in their head." Fatigue, brain fog, irregular periods, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, anxiety, insomnia, weight changes — dismissed, minimized, or blamed on stress.

    But now the pendulum has swung hard in the opposite direction.

    Spend five minutes on Instagram or TikTok and you'll likely be told your cortisol is too high, your estrogen is too high, your progesterone is too low, your testosterone needs optimizing, your gut is destroying your hormones, and every symptom you have is proof of a hormone imbalance.

    So which is it?

    In this episode of Confessions of a Male Gynecologist, Dr. Shawn Tassone breaks down the growing trend of "hormone marketing" and why women should be cautious when influencers, health coaches, and even providers outside their scope claim to have the answer after a 30-second reel.

    Dr. Tassone makes one thing clear: hormones absolutely matter. Hormone imbalance is real. Perimenopause, menopause, thyroid dysfunction, low testosterone, estrogen imbalance, and progesterone issues can deeply affect a woman's quality of life, but not every symptom is automatically hormonal — and women deserve more than fear-based marketing, supplement funnels, cortisol cocktails, and oversimplified protocols.

    This episode is a reminder that validation should be the beginning of a medical evaluation, not the end.

    In this episode, you will learn:
    • Why women went from being told "it's all in your head" to "it's all your hormones"
    • How hormone imbalance became one of the biggest wellness marketing buzzwords
    • Why women are especially vulnerable to hormone misinformation online
    • The difference between symptoms and a true diagnosis
    • Why fatigue, insomnia, brain fog, anxiety, and weight gain can have many possible causes
    • Red flags in social media hormone advice
    • Why "what your doctor didn't tell you" and "Big Pharma doesn't want you to know" are often sales hooks
    • How medical gaslighting created space for online hormone scams
    • Why a good doctor starts with questions, not a pre-packaged answer
    • How to think critically before buying into hormone protocols, programs, or supplements
    • Why women deserve both validation and evidence-based care

    Your symptoms are real — but they deserve a real evaluation.

    Hormones may be part of the answer, but they are not always the entire answer. The goal is not to convince every woman she needs hormones. The goal is to help women understand their bodies with evidence, compassion, and common sense.

    Listen if you've ever wondered:
    • Are my symptoms really hormonal?
    • Can social media hormone advice be trusted?
    • How do I know if I'm being helped or marketed to?
    • What should I look for in a hormone expert?
    • Why do normal labs not always tell the full story?
    • How do I avoid scams while still advocating for myself?
    Work With Dr. Tassone

    Dr. Tassone is licensed in 48 states and works with women across the country through in-person and virtual care, with the exception of Massachusetts and Alaska. To schedule an appointment, call: 512-956-0296

    Episode Resources:

    Work with Dr. Tassone | Tassone Advanced Gynecology

    Dr. Tassone's Book | The Hormone Balance Bible

    Dr. Tassone's Integrative Hormonal Archetype Quiz | Learn Your Hormonal Archetype

    Medical Disclaimer
    This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.
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    14 分
  • 168: IBS, Hashimoto's, and the Hidden Gut Triggers Women Are Often Missing with Dr. Izabella Wentz

    168: IBS, Hashimoto's, and the Hidden Gut Triggers Women Are Often Missing with Dr. Izabella Wentz
    2026/07/02
    Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is one of the most common digestive diagnoses women receive — but what if it's not the full story? In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone sits down with Dr. Izabella Wentz to unpack the deeper root causes behind IBS, gut symptoms, food sensitivities, and the connection between digestive health and autoimmune disease. Dr. Wentz shares her own personal journey with IBS and Hashimoto's, including how conventional medicine often stops at symptom management instead of asking why the gut is struggling in the first place. Together, Dr. Tassone and Dr. Wentz explore what "normal" digestion should actually look like, why IBS is frequently diagnosed based on symptoms alone, and why many women are left searching for answers when standard treatments don't work. This conversation dives into the role of dietary triggers like gluten, dairy, and food additives, as well as nutritional deficiencies such as magnesium and zinc that may contribute to bloating, constipation, diarrhea, discomfort, and ongoing digestive issues. Dr. Wentz also explains how intestinal permeability — often referred to as "leaky gut" — may play a role in autoimmune conditions and why infections like SIBO and H. pylori are commonly found in women with IBS symptoms. You'll also hear why medications, environmental toxins, and hidden inflammatory triggers may worsen gut health, plus how functional testing can help uncover what is actually driving symptoms instead of masking them. Whether you've been diagnosed with IBS, struggle with bloating or unpredictable digestion, have Hashimoto's or another autoimmune condition, or feel like your symptoms have been dismissed as "normal," this episode offers a more empowering way to understand your gut. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why IBS is often diagnosed without strict testing criteriaWhat healthy digestive function should actually look likeThe most common dietary triggers behind IBS symptomsHow gluten, dairy, and food additives may impact gut healthWhy magnesium, zinc, and other nutritional deficiencies matterThe connection between intestinal permeability and autoimmune diseaseHow SIBO, H. pylori, and infections can worsen IBS symptomsWhy some medications and environmental toxins may disrupt the gutHow functional medicine testing can help identify root causesWhy women are more likely to experience IBS and gut-related symptomsThe role genetics and family history may play in IBS susceptibility If you've been told your gut symptoms are "just IBS" but you still don't feel better, this episode is for you. Listen now to learn what may be driving your digestive symptoms — and what questions to ask next. About Dr. Izabella Wentz, Pharm.D., FASCP Dr. Izabella Wentz, Pharm.D., FASCP, is a clinical pharmacist, functional medicine expert, and New York Times bestselling author specializing in Hashimoto's, thyroid health, adrenal health, and root-cause approaches to chronic symptoms. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis in 2009, Dr. Wentz dedicated her work to helping patients uncover the lifestyle, nutritional, environmental, and functional medicine factors that contribute to autoimmune thyroid disease and related symptoms. She is the author of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, Hashimoto's Protocol, Hashimoto's Food Pharmacology, and Adrenal Transformation Protocol, and the creator of the documentary series The Thyroid Secret. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox News, and MindBodyGreen. Connect with Dr. Wentz Support your gut health journey with the IBS Book (available now!) Get the Adrenal Transformation Protocol book Learn more about the Hashimoto's Food Pharmacology cookbook Learn more about the Hashimoto's Protocol book Learn more about the Root Cause book Take the Hashimoto's Self-Management Program Learn more about supplements Own your copy of The Thyroid Secret Episode Resources: Work with Dr. Tassone | Tassone Advanced Gynecology Dr. Tassone's Book | The Hormone Balance Bible Dr. Tassone's Integrative Hormonal Archetype Quiz | Learn Your Hormonal Archetype Medical Disclaimer This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.
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    40 分
  • 167: Has Menopause Become The New Wellness Industry

    167: Has Menopause Become The New Wellness Industry
    2026/06/25

    In this episode of Confessions of a Male Gynecologist, Dr. Shawn Tassone takes on one of the most confusing and controversial areas in women's health: hormone therapy.

    From menopause myths and fear-based medicine to wellness industry scams and influencer-driven misinformation, Dr. Tassone breaks down what women need to know before blindly following advice online — or accepting outdated medical opinions that don't match their symptoms.

    For decades, women have been told to fear estrogen, ignore symptoms, accept "normal labs," or believe that menopause is simply something they have to suffer through. But the truth is more nuanced. Hormone therapy can be life-changing when it is personalized, monitored, and based on the individual — not just a protocol, a trend, or a sales pitch.

    Dr. Tassone discusses the lasting impact of the Women's Health Initiative study, the rise of bioidentical hormone marketing, the misuse of testosterone in women, and why both conventional medicine and functional medicine can fall short when they stop treating the person in front of them.

    This episode is a call for critical thinking in women's health — because women deserve education, not fear. Options, not shame. And care that goes deeper than "your labs are normal."

    In This Episode, Dr. Tassone Covers:
    • The biggest myths about hormone therapy and menopause care
    • Why estrogen has been unfairly blamed and misunderstood
    • What the Women's Health Initiative got wrong — and why it still impacts care today
    • The difference between evidence-based hormone therapy and marketing-driven hormone trends
    • Why "bioidentical" does not automatically mean better or safer
    • How wellness scams target women who feel ignored by conventional medicine
    • The problem with influencer-led menopause and hormone advice
    • Why testosterone therapy for women needs nuance, context, and proper monitoring
    • How telehealth hormone clinics can oversimplify care
    • Why treating labs alone is not the same as treating the patient
    • How women can identify credible hormone health information online

    Hormone therapy is not one-size-fits-all. The goal is not to chase perfect lab numbers, follow a trending protocol, or fear estrogen because of outdated headlines. The goal is to treat the individual woman — her symptoms, history, risks, goals, and quality of life.

    Episode Resources:

    Work with Dr. Tassone | Tassone Advanced Gynecology

    Dr. Tassone's Book | The Hormone Balance Bible

    Dr. Tassone's Integrative Hormonal Archetype Quiz | Learn Your Hormonal Archetype

    Medical Disclaimer
    This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.
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    45 分
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