Real progress in medicine comes from asking better questions and prostate cancer care deserves that kind of thinking.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti examines the growing interest in ivermectin, fenbendazole, and the human-approved counterpart mebendazole. He explains how these drugs gained attention and why laboratory findings in cells or animals do not automatically translate into reliable human outcomes.

Dr. Stephen also addresses the dangers of self-treatment fueled by internet claims. High-dose ivermectin protocols promoted online carry real risks, including neurological complications and liver injury. Within his Repurposed Drug Therapy protocol, these medications may play a limited, carefully monitored role alongside metabolic optimization, lifestyle changes, and clinical oversight.

For men who want both innovation and safety, this episode brings clarity to a topic filled with noise. Watch this episode of Ivermectin and Fenbendazole for Prostate Cancer: The Conversation No One Is Having.

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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.

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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.

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Fight Cancer Like A Man! Grab it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLZ9TL8N?ref=sp_email A single number should never decide a man’s future. Yet for decades, the PSA test has triggered fear, biopsies, and life-altering treatments.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains what prostate-specific antigen actually is, why it was never intended as a mass screening tool, and how biological variance, analytical variance, ejaculation, inflammation, prostate size, and even lab equipment differences can shift the number by 20–50%. A PSA is a trend marker and trends require patience, consistency, and interpretation.

Before you consent to the needle, invest 30 minutes in understanding your options. Watch this episode of The PSA Test Myth: What Doctors Never Explain To Men | PSE | EPI | 4k Score.

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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.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/

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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.

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Does nutrition matter when you are facing prostate cancer?

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti lays out a practical, data-driven framework for prostate cancer nutrition, cancer progression, metabolic health, PSA management, and longevity medicine. Portion control, feeding timing, insulin sensitivity, hemoglobin A1C, triglycerides, and visceral fat all matter. He explains why structured eating patterns, net carbohydrate awareness, and metabolic control often outweigh trendy diet labels.

Dr. Stephen also addresses high-risk dietary exposures that many overlook: processed meats and nitrites, sodium benzoate, artificial sweeteners and weight gain signals, petroleum-based food dyes, and chronic high-sugar intake in insulin-resistant individuals.Instead of extreme restriction, he advocates strategic elimination of the biggest carcinogenic inputs while preserving quality of life.

If you care about longevity, cancer prevention, and metabolic optimization, spend time with this episode of Best Diet for Prostate Cancer | What Actually Matters for Cancer Progression.

Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review.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.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast

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Disclaimer:

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.

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Rising cases of colon cancer under 50 deserve attention, yet they also require proportion, data, and disciplined thinking.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti places early-onset colon cancer into context. While media coverage amplifies concern, individual risk for most people under 50 remains relatively low. He explains how decades of metabolic dysfunction, excess body fat, chronic inflammation, immune decline, and environmental exposure drive cancer development.

Dr. Stephen outlines practical prevention strategies that matter more than panic: optimize vitamin D, control body composition, reduce processed meats and nitrites, limit toxic additives, protect gut health, and use intelligent screening tools such as stool-based testing when appropriate. Colonoscopy is examined through a risk–benefit lens not rejected, but not blindly accepted.

For those who value longevity, proactive healthcare, and evidence-based prevention, this episode reframes the conversation. Tune in to here: Colon Cancer Under 50: Putting the James Van Der Beek Headlines into Perspective.

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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.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiSpotifyPodcast

Disclaimer:

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.

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PSA spikes, abnormal MRI results, and high PI-RADS scores often trigger immediate fear and for many men, that fear leads straight to biopsy.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti breaks down what PSA actually measures, how MRI technology fits into modern prostate cancer management, and why a high PI-RADS score does not automatically equal aggressive disease. Dr. Stephen discusses active surveillance, non-biopsy monitoring strategies, cardiovascular risk, hormone balance, and why overtreatment may compromise quality of life more than the cancer itself.

For men who value proactive healthcare, evidence-based medicine, testosterone preservation, and long-term vitality, this conversation offers clarity in a space dominated by urgency and assumption. It reframes prostate cancer care around informed consent, individualized risk assessment, and protecting both lifespan and healthspan.

Before agreeing to your next scan or biopsy, press pause. Listen carefully. Ask better questions. Watch the episode of Stop the Prostate Biopsy Frenzy: The Truth About MRI, PI-RADS, and PSA.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a leading Functional Medicine Physician dedicated to enhancing vitality by addressing health at a cellular level. Combining the best of conventional medicine with advancements in cellular biology, he offers a patient-centered approach through his practice, Intellectual Medicine 120. A seasoned speaker and educator, he has lectured at prestigious conferences like A4M and ACAM, sharing his expertise on anti-aging. His innovative methods include concierge medicine and non-invasive anti-aging treatments, empowering patients to live longer, healthier lives.

Website: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Practice: www.intellectualmedicine.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualmedicine

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drstephenpetteruti/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti

Disclaimer:

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.

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A diagnosis and even aggressive treatment does not have to mark the end of strength, intimacy, or confidence.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti speaks directly to men navigating erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, and Peyronie’s disease after prostate cancer treatment, reframing recovery around vitality rather than fear. He challenges the idea that sacrificing sexual health is the price of survival and explains why health span and sex span matter as much as lifespan.

With a focus on regeneration and informed decision-making, Dr. Stephen outlines how carefully managed testosterone support, vascular health strategies, and tissue-preserving approaches can help men restore energy and sexual function. The discussion emphasizes critical thinking, patient autonomy, and the importance of treating men, not just lab numbers.

Question the assumptions you’ve been given and decide how fully you want to live moving forward. Watch the episode of ED, Low Testosterone and Peyronie's After Prostate Cancer Treatment.

Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a leading Functional Medicine Physician dedicated to enhancing vitality by addressing health at a cellular level. Combining the best of conventional medicine with advancements in cellular biology, he offers a patient-centered approach through his practice, Intellectual Medicine 120. A seasoned speaker and educator, he has lectured at prestigious conferences like A4M and ACAM, sharing his expertise on anti-aging. His innovative methods include concierge medicine and non-invasive anti-aging treatments, empowering patients to live longer, healthier lives.

Website: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Practice: www.intellectualmedicine.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualmedicine

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drstephenpetteruti/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti

Disclaimer:

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.

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Movement builds strength, resilience, and confidence. Even small, consistent actions can protect your future.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti walks through how specific types of exercise influence prostate cancer progression, cardiovascular risk, and long-term vitality. He explains why even modest, consistent activity can slow disease progression and reduce the risk of the most common cause of death in men with prostate cancer which is heart disease. Dr. Stephen highlights minimum effective strategies which include brisk walking, interval-style cardio, and compound strength training that fit into real lives.

You’ll hear common fears around testosterone and exercise, clarifying why strength training and short bursts of cardiovascular activity support hormonal balance, muscle, bone health, and confidence without increasing cancer risk. Practical insights on time efficiency, injury prevention, and sustainable habits make the guidance actionable rather than overwhelming.

If longevity, resilience, and quality of life matter as much as lab numbers, this episode offers a smarter framework. Watch now: How Exercise Impacts Prostate Cancer Outcomes.

Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite platforms.

Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a leading Functional Medicine Physician dedicated to enhancing vitality by addressing health at a cellular level. Combining the best of conventional medicine with advancements in cellular biology, he offers a patient-centered approach through his practice, Intellectual Medicine 120. A seasoned speaker and educator, he has lectured at prestigious conferences like A4M and ACAM, sharing his expertise on anti-aging. His innovative methods include concierge medicine and non-invasive anti-aging treatments, empowering patients to live longer, healthier lives.

Website: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Practice: www.intellectualmedicine.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualmedicine

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drstephenpetteruti/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti

Disclaimer:

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.

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A diagnosis should never strip a man of strength, vitality, or hope but rather push medicine to think deeper, not narrower.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges one of the most deeply rooted assumptions in prostate cancer care that testosterone is the enemy. He breaks down low testosterone is often linked to worse outcomes, androgen deprivation can accelerate decline, and emerging data suggests that carefully applied testosterone therapy may disrupt cancer progression while restoring quality of life.

Dr. Stephen walks through the science behind bipolar androgen therapy, PSA misconceptions, and the real-world consequences of long-term hormone suppression. Helping men understand trade-offs, ask better questions, and make decisions based on lived experience rather than fear-driven protocols.

Listen closely, reflect deeply, and decide how you want to live moving forward. Watch the episode of Prostate Cancer Didn’t Kill Testosterone. Doctors Did.

Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a leading Functional Medicine Physician dedicated to enhancing vitality by addressing health at a cellular level. Combining the best of conventional medicine with advancements in cellular biology, he offers a patient-centered approach through his practice, Intellectual Medicine 120. A seasoned speaker and educator, he has lectured at prestigious conferences like A4M and ACAM, sharing his expertise on anti-aging. His innovative methods include concierge medicine and non-invasive anti-aging treatments, empowering patients to live longer, healthier lives.

Website: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Practice: www.intellectualmedicine.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualmedicine

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drstephenpetteruti/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti

Disclaimer:

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.

Produced by https://www.BroadcastYourAuthority.com