Episode 713

Your Sex Life Is Trying to Tell You Something: The Truth About Desire, Testosterone, Orgasms, Sexual Health, & Longevity

With Dr. Rena Malik

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Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, I sit down with Dr. Rena Malik to discuss the powerful connection between sexual health, overall health, and longevity. Dr. Malik explores what changes in sexual function can reveal about our health, the biggest misconceptions about testosterone, and how nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress influence desire and performance. We also discuss why better sexual health starts outside the bedroom and what it means to extend your “sexspan.” Whether you’re looking to improve your own health or better understand and support your partner, this conversation offers practical insights into a topic too often left unspoken.

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*Nothing discussed in this podcast should be construed as medical advice; always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs.

I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did.
Wishing you health and happiness.
Dhru Purohit

In this Episode, you will learn

  1. The 4 Pillars of Better Sexual Health
    (3:11)
  2. “Sexspan”: Why It Matters More Than You Think
    (4:59)
  3. What’s Holding You Back from a Better Sex Life?
    (8:28)
  4. The Biggest Sexual Challenge
    (11:22)
  5. How to Start the Conversation
    (19:45)
  6. Bringing Creativity Back into Your Sex Life
    (23:17)
  7. Why Desire Doesn’t Always Come First
    (26:22)
  8. When You Want Sex and Your Partner Doesn’t
    (33:17)
  9. What Makes Sex More Pleasurable?
    (41:29)
  10. Why Asking What They Want Feels So Hard
    (45:01)
  11. Sexual Health Advice You Should Stop Believing
    (48:16)
  12. How Pornography Can Shape Your Sex Life
    (50:33)
  13. Better Sexual Stamina: What Actually Works?
    (58:06)
  14. Improving Women’s Orgasms
    (1:03:03)
  15. Testosterone: What You Need to Know
    (1:07:15)
  16. How to Talk to Your Teens About Sex
    (1:10:33)
  17. Final Thoughts
    (1:19:51)

Guest

 
Dhru Purohit

Dhru is the host of the Dhru Purohit Show, a top 30 health podcast with over 30 million downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dhru Purohit is also a serial entrepreneur and investor in the health and wellness industry.

 
Dr. Rena Malik

Dr. Rena Malik is a urologist and pelvic surgeon dedicated to breaking the silence around “taboo” health topics. Her expertise in sexual medicine, hormone management, and urologic health has made her a sought-after guest on platforms. Through her work, Dr. Malik empowers millions to take control of their health with clarity, science, and compassion.

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