Join host Maha Corbett and guest Dr Jo Bruce – women's health GP and hormone expert – as they unpack the misunderstood hormone that’s making waves in the wellness world: testosterone. ✓ Why women actually have more testosterone than oestrogen ✓ What testosterone really does in the female body (hint: it’s not just about libido) ✓ Low energy, brain fog and zero joy? Why testosterone might be the missing piece ✓ How to know if testosterone therapy is right for you ✓ The surprising link between hormones, mood, metabolism and muscle ✓ What the science says (and doesn’t say) about side effects and long-term safety ✓ Libido, relationships and the real reason it’s not “just in your head” ✓ Why perimenopause is often misunderstood – and what to do about it ✓ The questions to ask your doctor and how to prepare for your hormone check ✓ Tracking your symptoms: how a simple diary can change everything Whether you're curious about hormone therapy, struggling with low libido or just feeling “off” – this honest and empowering chat arms you with the expert knowledge you need to advocate for your health and feel like you again. Mentioned Resources: Healthy Hormones Symptom Score Sheet https://www.healthyhormones.au/ Book: Mating in Captivity by Esther Perel https://www.estherperel.com/books SWIISH: https://www.swiish.com/ use code UNLOCKED10 (T + C's apply) FOLLOW: https://www.instagram.com/swiish/ https://www.instagram.com/sallyobermeder https://www.instagram.com/maha_corbett Guest: Dr Jo Bruce https://www.instagram.com/myma_health/ 🎧 Episode Chapters 00:00 – Testosterone: It’s Not Just for Men 01:00 – Libido, Energy & Feeling “Flat”: What Women Are Missing 03:30 – What Testosterone Does in a Woman’s Body 06:00 – Perimenopause, Mood & Mental Health: It’s All Connected 09:00 – Should You Consider Testosterone Therapy? 11:00 – Side Effects & What the Research Says 13:30 – Weight Gain, Metabolism & Muscle: What’s the Link? 16:00 – Strong Not Skinny: Why Midlife Fitness Needs a Rethink 17:00 – Mood, Libido & the Brain: The Real Connection 20:00 – Relationships, Re-partnering & Sex Drive 23:00 – Myths from Movies, Media & Sex Ed 25:00 – What Happens in a Hormone Appointment 27:00 – Testing, Therapy & What to Track 30:00 – Journalling Your Symptoms & When to Seek Help 33:00 – Supporting Yourself Through the Chaos 34:00 – Trust Your Gut: Final Words from Dr Jo