The Real Reason You Can’t Lose Weight — No Matter How Hard You Try | Ft. Dr. Nayan Patel | Ep. 61
- Coach Drew
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read

In this episode of The Superhuman Blueprint Podcast, executive wellness coach Drew Griesel talks with hormone expert Dr. Nayan Patel about the hidden links between stress, insulin resistance, and hormonal decline. They break down cortisol, thyroid health, testosterone therapy, perimenopause, and the myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Discover why lifestyle changes outperform pharmaceuticals, how bioidentical hormones work, and why glutathione is essential for detoxification and longevity.
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Show notes
01:58 Understanding Hormonal Imbalance
02:38 Guest Introduction: Dr. Ion Patel
05:08 The Endocrine System Explained
05:52 The Importance of Stress and Diet Management
10:08 Insulin: The Double-Edged Sword
15:16 Thyroid Function and Its Impact
20:11 Male Hormones: Testosterone and Lifestyle
31:48 Female Hormones: Cycles and Challenges
36:00 Managing Hormone Cycles and Birth Control
36:56 The Role of Progesterone
39:22 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
52:09 Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
01:01:27 The Importance of Glutathione
01:05:11 Conclusion and Future Insights
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