
Dr. Brendan McCarthy
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Ep 90Hormones & PTSD
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with multiple hormonal and neurotransmitter alterations. Stress can disrupt your body's natural hormone balance, causing issues such as obesity, insomnia, low energy or even a decreased sex drive. Let's talk about patients that have PTSD. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 89The Effects of Cortisol with PTSD
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! It’s estimated that 3.5% of the American population struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) annually. Originally, PTSD was a stand-in for the terms “shell-shock” and “battle fatigue” and typically applied to veterans of wars who returned home with trauma-related symptoms. But we understand now that PTSD can arise from a wide range of stressors aside from war, and it’s twice as likely to affect women as men, but how can it effect your health? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 88How PTSD can effect your health
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! It’s estimated that 3.5% of the American population struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) annually. Originally, PTSD was a stand-in for the terms “shell-shock” and “battle fatigue” and typically applied to veterans of wars who returned home with trauma-related symptoms. But we understand now that PTSD can arise from a wide range of stressors aside from war, and it’s twice as likely to affect women as men, but how can it effect your health? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 86Understanding Trauma & Weight Gain
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Research shows that healing trauma can improve overall health and well-being. Many of us struggle with our weight and body image at some point in our lives, often repeating cycles of healthy eating to more lenient lifestyles. But the truth is, excess weight is often a symptom of something deeper. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 87Post Traumatic Infenctions
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other stress related disorders are associated with a subsequent risk of infections. This playlist goes over all types of medical complications that previous trauma can cause, this one was brought to the attention by a viewer that asks the questions involving, infections. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 85Understanding Trauma in Medicine
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! We don’t talk about medical trauma all that often. But for many, trauma can cause many issues when it comes to health — and knowing how to heal matters. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 84Social Media Medical Specialists
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! A lot of misinformation can spread far too easily in todays existence of social media. Especially dangerous when it involves medicine or medical advice in general. At times I am able to see some of these instances and able to correct said information or hopefully able to make a change. A change to do the research, continue to grow and learn. To be better for our patients and all those that watch our content. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 83Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Because hormones control anxiety, appetite, body temperature, brain function, heart rate, metabolism, mood, sleep cycles, sexual function, stress, urination, and really everything, imbalances (too low or too high) can lead to uncomfortable (at best) and disruptive symptoms. Talk to a medical professional about what is right for you. There is no need to suffer. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 82Endometriosis: Everything You Need to Know
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Endometriosis is a significant health problem affecting 1 in 10 people of childbearing age. But it’s not unusual for them to go years before getting the treatment they need. Many of the patients who come to my OB-GYN practice have sought help for their endometriosis before meeting with me. Their concerns haven't always been addressed, though, resulting in continued pain or debilitating symptoms. This can affect their quality of life, intimate relationships, and ability to get pregnant. It doesn't have to be this way. Knowing the facts about endometriosis can help people better advocate for themselves and get the care they deserve. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 81The Birth Control Pill (Part 3)
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Back in the 50's women wanted birth control to reclaim their bodies, and now they want better birth control for the same reason. This episode talks about what birth control teaches us about the failure, and future, of women’s health care. This is Part 3 of 3 Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 80The Birth Control Pill (Part 2)
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Back in the 50's women wanted birth control to reclaim their bodies, and now they want better birth control for the same reason. This episode talks about what birth control teaches us about the failure, and future, of women’s health care. This is Part 2 of 3 Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 79The Birth Control Pill (Part 1)
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Back in the 50's women wanted birth control to reclaim their bodies, and now they want better birth control for the same reason. This episode talks about what birth control teaches us about the failure, and future, of women’s health care. This is Part 1 of 3 Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 78Labs for Women
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! A hormone test for women can reveal important information about your health. These tests can detect fertility problems, where you are in your menstrual cycle, or whether you're starting perimenopause. Hormone blood tests can also play a role in diagnosing medical conditions such as thyroid disease or diabetes. In some instances, they can show how well a medication is working. In this episode we are going to talk about what tests are best and what numbers to be looking for. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 77A Guide to Low Libido
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! It’s normal for women’s libido, or sex drive, to fluctuate across time, especially because of major life changes or stress. Sometimes, hormonal or physical changes are at play. Certain medications can lead to sexual dysfunction, including a low libido in women. Here’s everything you need to know about low libido in women, from common symptoms and causes to treatment options. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 76Hormone Treatment for Men vs Women #womenshealth
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! One thing everyone knows for sure is that men and women are very different. And they are different in every aspect of their lives, from looks to how they handle stress to how they express emotions. They are even different when it comes to hormones. A major difference though, comes to treatment. The difference of how doctors are working with men more than women. Let's talk about it Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 75The Misogyny of Medicine, Oral Estrogen Edition
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy!It is very popular to vilify estrogen these days. The most obvious reason is the result of several sensationalized interpretations of the famous WHI (Women’s Health Initiative) “Prempro” data first out in 2002. While the attempt to objectify the effects of post-menopausal hormone replacement therapy is highly admirable, confusion and inappropriate interpretations have resulted in unprecedented fear of “all things estrogen.” This has created huge challenges for those of us who are interested in the wellness and education of women. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 74Treating High Cholesterol with Pregnenolone?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Today, cholesterol-lowering drugs are the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States. These drugs induce side effects and fail to address the underlying reason (hormone deficiency) for why the body is overproducing cholesterol. This Episode talks about what Pregnenolone may do for Cholesterol Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 73Liver Health & Hormones: Everything You Need to Know!
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! One of the liver’s roles is to help regulate the balance of sex hormones, thyroid hormones, cortisone and other adrenal hormones. The liver transforms or removes any excess hormones from the body. Hormonal imbalances may occur when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the bloodstream. Hormonal imbalance can affect people with liver conditions, here I'll talk about some of the symptoms and what you can do about it. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 72Can Cervical Cancer be Prevented?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over Hormone Replacement Therapy as a whole. What it can do for you and its possible side effects. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 71BRCA Positive Gene and Taking Hormones
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Hormones can stimulate some breast cancer cells to grow. Hormone therapy works by either lowering the amount of hormones in the body or by blocking them from getting to breast cancer cells. Hormone therapy is also known as endocrine therapy. There are a number of different types of hormone therapy. The type you need depends on a number of factors. Let's talk about them Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com Some of the studies I used: Franke, Henk R., and Istvan Vermes. "Differential effects of progestogens on breast cancer cell lines." Maturitas 46 (2003): 55-58. Wood, Charles E., et al. "Effects of estradiol with micronized progesterone or medroxyprogesterone acetate on risk markers for breast cancer in postmenopausal monkeys." Breast cancer research and treatment 101 (2007): 125-134. Regidor, P-A. "Progesterone in peri-and postmenopause: a review." Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde 74.11 (2014): 995-1002. Korenman, Stanley G. "The endocrinology of breast cancer." Cancer 46.S4 (1980): 874-878. Korenman, StanleyG. "Oestrogen window hypothesis of the aetiology of breast cancer." The Lancet 315.8170 (1980): 700-701. Chang, King-Jen, et al. "Influences of percutaneous administration of estradiol and progesterone on human breast epithelial cell cycle in vivo." Fertility and sterility 63.4 (1995): 785-791. Laidlaw, I. J., et al. "The proliferation of normal human breast tissue implanted into athymic nude mice is stimulated by estrogen but not progesterone." Endocrinology 136.1 (1995): 164-171. Jean-Michel Foidart, M. D., et al. "Estradiol and progesterone regulate the proliferation of human breast epithelial cells." Fertility and Sterility 69.5 (1998): 963-969.
Ep 70Bioidentical Hormones vs Oral Contraceptives
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Today’s episode we discuss the differences between oral contraceptives and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. May physicians do not explain the difference to their patients. This can lead to a lot of confusion and confusing dose effects. We hope this video gives you a better understanding of the difference, so when you find yourself needing to make a decision, you can ask the right questions, and get the best care. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 69Understanding Food Allergies
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Millions of Americans have food allergies and may experience adverse reactions to products that have food allergens. Most reactions cause mild symptoms, but some are severe and may even be life-threatening. Although new treatments are being developed, there is no cure for food allergies. Medical diagnosis to find out which foods cause an individual to have an allergic reaction and strictly avoiding those foods are important ways to prevent serious adverse health effects. Let's dive in to why this is important Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 68The TRUTH About MTHFR
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! MTHFR is probably not an acronym you’ve heard of before unless you follow my content closely and/or have worked with a medical professional about it. This episode brings to light a video by Gary Brecka, that was sent to me from multiple people and asking if there is truth to it. Let's break it down Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 67Why am I not losing weight?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! While high protein, virtually no-carb foods like meat and eggs are low on the glycemic index, they measure high on the insulin index. In other words, while the meat and eggs didn’t cause a spike in blood sugar the way most carbohydrates do, they do result in a significant rise in insulin, which can cause you to not lose weight. This episode talks all about this and so much more! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 66Managing Blood Pressure
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, affects one-third of all adults in the United States—and less than half of the people with high blood pressure have it under control. I'm going to talk about a patient I had that dealt with this and wasn't getting help from his other doctors. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 65The Carnivore Diet: Can You Have Too Much Meat?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Diet programs come in all shapes and sizes, and one trending diet is the carnivore diet. Although it might boast success in helping you lose a few pounds, you may wonder if it’s safe to eat nothing but meat? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 64Damage Done by Birth Control?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Birth control is a common way to prevent pregnancy, and treat some medical conditions. If you've been on birth control for much of your adult life, you may have experienced some side effects that have caused what some may call PTSD from the medication alone. I'm here to talk more about it and how to move forward with confidence with with your doctor if any medicine in your past, makes you fear any medication or hormone you may need in the future. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 63Estrogen, an Antioxidant?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Menopause is the process a woman goes through that causes her monthly periods to end. This condition is a normal part of the aging process that women undergo, but its associated symptoms can vary greatly from woman to woman. As hormones change to accommodate normal menopausal changes, women may experience a wide range of complications, from hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood changes, insomnia, and changes in sex desire. I'm here to talk about estrogens role in menopause and how it can effect women moving forward! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 62Does the Whole30 Diet Work?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! The Whole30 plan follows a paleo philosophy but with some extra restrictions. It’s not a diet or a weight loss plan that focuses on tracking calories or counting points. Whole30 much more resembles an elimination diet plan. The idea behind this approach is to reset your metabolism and digestive tract. According to some research studies, elimination diets like Whole30 can be an effective tool to help some people with gastrointestinal issues. The question is though, does it really work? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 61The Educated Patient
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! To improve health care outcomes, physicians must spend more time with patients. The teaching physician's interaction with the patient must be enthusiastic, motivated, and responsive to the individual patient's needs. For individual members of our society to realize the benefits of physician health education, there is a need for a robust, hearty engagement between patients and physicians. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 60Sugar Serenity
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Sugar is one of the most widely consumed ingredients and for a good reason. It makes things taste sweeter and more appealing to our tastebuds. Plus, sugar is added to many packaged foods and beverages, and we may be unaware we're consuming so much of it. With this constant exposure, it's no wonder why craving sweets is a common experience. But is it all due to personal habits and our culture's influence, or is something else going on? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com Citations: Shabbir, Faisal, et al. "Effect of diet on serotonergic neurotransmission in depression." Neurochemistry international 62.3 (2013): 324-329. Mahar, Ian, et al. "Stress, serotonin, and hippocampal neurogenesis in relation to depression and antidepressant effects." Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews 38 (2014): 173-192. Moroianu, Lavinia-Alexandra, et al. "Clinical study of serum serotonin as a screening marker for anxiety and depression in patients with type 2 diabetes." Medicina 58.5 (2022): 652. Choi, Wonsuk, et al. "Associations of serum serotonin levels with 12-week and 12-month remission in patients with depressive disorders." Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neuroscience 20.2 (2022): 248..
Ep 59Let’s Talk About Estrogen and Weight Gain
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Estrogen has a host of important health benefits. The sex hormone plays a critical role in reproductive health, sexual development, muscle development, and bone strength. In women, it also helps with menstrual cycle regulation and benefits the urinary tract, reproductive tract, breast tissue and among many other health benefits. One of the side effects or risks some people worry about though is when taking estrogen is whether it contributes to weight gain or not. Let's talk about it. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 58Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Are you tired all the time? Feeling fatigued? Chronic fatigue syndrome is characterized by debilitating fatigue that is not relieved with rest and is associated with physical symptoms. It is estimated that more than 2 million Americans have CFS, many of whom have not been diagnosed. Women are twice as likely as men to have CFS, and it is more common in persons older than 40 years. I'm here to talk about what it is, what may be causing it, and what you can do about it! Have a question? Leave it in the comments of the video! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 57Is Food Addiction A Real Thing?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! So what do we actually know about food addiction? What does the scientific evidence actually show us? And, if it’s not scientifically sound, why does it feel so real? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 56Cocaine In Your Cough Drops?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over addiction, where it started with big pharma, turned to tobacco, into the food industry and much more! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 55Moral Injury In the Medical Industry
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Moral injury describes the conundrum of today’s medical professionals: "They know how best to care for their patients but are blocked from doing so by systemic barriers related to the business side of healthcare." -from Al Jazeera’s article, Burned out doctors or broken healthcare system? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com #moralinjury
Ep 54When to Take Supplements
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! With hundreds of supplements available, it’s hard to believe that not every nutrient in whole foods has been captured in a capsule. That’s why eating a variety of healthy foods is the best way to meet your health needs. But if you’re low on a certain vitamin or mineral, or just want to cover all bases with a daily MVM (multivitamin/mineral), it's your doctors job to help you get where you need. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 53Stress, On So Many Levels
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Your body is made to react to stress in ways meant to protect you against threats from predators and other aggressors. Such threats are rare today. But that doesn't mean that life is free of stress. Instead, you likely face many demands each day. For example, you may take on a huge workload, pay bills or take care of your family. Your body treats these everyday tasks as threats. Because of this, you may feel as if you're always under attack. But you can fight back. You don't have to let stress control your life. Studies have come out about the highest level athletes, workers, and how they handle stress. Let's talk about it! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com #stressrelief #stress #stressmanagement #hormonebalancing #hormones #stressreduction
Ep 52The Chemical of Love: Oxytocin
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! The science behind falling in love has long been studied by scientists and philosophers worldwide. Questions surrounding what exactly attracts you to that special someone and why people remain together after the initial excitement dies down, have been at the centre of debate for centuries. It is sometimes referred to as the “love hormone,” because levels of oxytocin increase during hugging and orgasm. It may also have benefits as a treatment for a number of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and intestinal problems. Let's talk about it! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 51The Truth About Buying Testosterone Via Online
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! With more American men turning to testosterone therapy as a way to boost energy levels, build muscle and tackle erectile dysfunction, it’s no wonder that web-based merchants have stepped into the breach, seeking to grab market share away from doctors and pharmacies. The dangers come when you don't know exactly what the company may be using for their product. Which is what we are getting into with this episode! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 50The Healthy Life Struggle for Men
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Men of all ages face specific health challenges and experience different health outcomes than women. Globally, men’s average life expectancy is about four years less than women. There is not a single country in the world where men are expected to outlive women. Men can make small changes in how they live their day to day life that can add up to long-term improvements in health. Today we'll talk about the struggles men have and what they can do about it. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 49Q&A: Cervical Cancer and Premarin?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this Q&A, I am asked about a woman who had a hysterectomy for cervical cancer and then was prescribed Premarin by her doctor. She's struggling with side effects and wants to know why the doctor prescribed it to her. Let's dive in! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com Cited Works: Vargiu V, Amar ID, Rosati A, Dinoi G, Turco LC, Capozzi VA, Scambia G, Villa P. Hormone replacement therapy and cervical cancer: a systematic review of the literature. Climacteric. 2021 Apr;24(2):120-127. doi: 10.1080/13697137.2020.1826426. Epub 2020 Nov 25. PMID: 33236658. Sinno AK et al: Hormone therapy (HT) in women with gynecologic cancers and in women at high risk for developing a gynecologic cancer: a Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) clinical practice statement: this practice statement has been endorsed by The North American Menopause Society. Gynecol Oncol. 157(2):303-6, 2020
Ep 48The Effects of Testosterone in Women
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Estrogens are the female sex hormones that mediate the important processes that result in the maturation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics. Yet, male sex hormones, namely androgens, are also essential for female health, physical and emotional. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 45How To Choose the Right Supplements
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Dietary supplements are products that people use to add nutrients or other compounds to their bodies. From individual vitamins and minerals to blends of nutrients and herbs, there are numerous supplement products on the market that claim to provide specific health benefits. However, due to limited regulation, it’s not always clear which supplements are high quality, nor which are a waste of your money or even potentially dangerous. This video covers all you need to know about what supplements are and how to choose a safe and high quality product. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 44The Truth about Supplements
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! More than half of American adults take a multivitamin or some type of dietary supplement. Many people may go into their GP or Physician about a problem and walk out the door with $600 in supplements and no testing done. Find out what you can do about supplements moving forward and what to look for when you have your next appointment. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 43How to Treat Your Thyroid
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Many people have a thyroid gland that cannot make enough thyroid hormone for the body’s needs. This is called Hypothyroidism and is most commonly caused by an under functioning thyroid gland. Thyroid hormone is necessary for the health of all the cells in your body. Taking thyroid hormone is different from most medications, so in this episode I will be going over the best ways to take your thyroid hormones. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 42K-Cups Shrink Your What!?
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Coffee Pods, K-Cups, whatever you may call them. They’re convenient, delicious, and perfect for those rushed Monday mornings. Coffee is the most popular beverage worldwide, with estimating 450 million cups consumed each day. Out of those 450 million cups of coffee, 27% of Americans are using these cups. That's about 121 million Keurig cups being used in ONE day! Have you ever looked into the ingredients in them or how they can affect our health? Let's dive in. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com #coffeetime #coffeeaddict #coffeelovers #coffee #coffeecup #coffeetime #coffeemugs #kcups #coffeemug
Ep 41The Goal of the Podcast
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode I wanted to talk to all of you about why I'm doing this podcast. What are my goals? What do I hope to see come out of this? Let me know in the comments what you want to see from this podcast. What questions you may have and how I can help. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com
Ep 40Birth Control Linked to Depression
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over a recent study from Cambridge University that involved over 250,000 women. The link between birth control and depression. How impactful is it? What ages are effected more? Find out in this episode! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com #birthcontrol #birthcontrolpills #womenshealth #womenshormones Study Link: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/epidemiology-and-psychiatric-sciences/article/populationbased-cohort-study-of-oral-contraceptive-use-and-risk-of-depression/B3C611DD318D7DC536B4BD439343A5BD
Ep 39Understanding Lab Values: Thyroid
Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over lab values for thyroid. Your body uses thyroid hormones to regulate all kinds of processes. That includes how fast you burn calories, your heart rate, and many other automatic functions. Lets take a look at what the proper levels should look like when it comes to Thyroid! Feel free to leave any questions you may have in the comments below! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recognized as an expert in hormone replacement therapy, Dr McCarthy s the only instructor in the nation who teaches BioHRT on live patients. Physicians travel to Arizona to take his course and integrate it into their own practices. Besides hormone replacement therapy, Dr. McCarthy has spoken nationally and locally before physicians on topics such as weight loss, infertility, nutritional therapy and more. Thank you for tuning in and don't forget to hit that SUBSCRIBE button! Let us know in the COMMENTS if you have any questions or what you may want Dr. McCarthy to talk about next! Check out Dr. Brendan McCarthy's Book! https://www.amazon.com/Jump-Off-Mood-Swing-Hormones/dp/0999649604 --More Links-- Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbrendanmccarthy TikTok: www.tiktok.com/drbrendanmccarthy Clinic Website: www.protealife.com #thyroid #thyroidproblems #thyroidhealing #thyroidawareness Sources: Hollowell JG et al. J Clin Endocrinl Metab 2002 87(2)489-499 Bunevicius R et al. Effects of thyroxine as compared with thyroxine plus triiodothyronine in patients with hypothyroidism. N Engl J Med 1999 Feb 11;340(6):424-9 Biondi, B et al. Combination Treatment with T4 and T3: Toward Personalized Replacement Therapy in Hypothyroidism? JCEM July 2012, 97(7):2256-2271. Yamazaki, Yuko, et al. "Low free triiodothyronine level as a predictor of cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality in patients undergoing hemodialysis: the DREAM cohort." Journal of Atherosclerosis and Thrombosis 28.10 (2021): 1071-1082. Llamas, Michael, Maria Luisa Garo, and Luca Giovanella. "Low free-T3 serum levels and prognosis of COVID-19: systematic review and meta-analysis." Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM) 59.12 (2021): 1906-1913. Plebani, Mario, and Luca Giovanella. "Reflex TSH strategy: the good, the bad and the ugly." Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM) 58.1 (2019): 1-2 Robertson, R. Paul, ed. Degroot's Endocrinology: Basic Science and Clinical Practice. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2023