About this episode
In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Rena Malik to tackle the often-taboo subject of sexual health and its crucial role in overall well-being. Why sexual health is still a taboo in modern medicine What society gets wrong about sex How to talk about sexual health with your doctor The link between erectile dysfunction and heart attacks How everyday medications could be impacting your libido Dr. Malik is a board-certified urologist with specialized training in Female Pelvic Medicine, Reconstructive Surgery, and Sexual Medicine, along with certification as a Menopause Society Practitioner. Recognized as the American Urological Association's Young Urologist of the Year in 2023, Dr. Malik runs a popular YouTube channel, ranked in the Top 500 Educational Channels, where she is committed to making healthcare education accessible. She is also a sought-after speaker, digital opinion leader, and podcaster. Labs Mentioned Cholesterol Levels Hemoglobin A1c Fasting Blood Glucose Testosterone Levels for Women Perimenopausal Hormone Testing CBC (Complete Blood Count) Total Testosterone Free Testosterone Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) Guest Details: Dr. Rena Malik’s Website , LinkedIn , Facebook , X , Instagram , YouTube , TikTok , Podcast U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Website FemHealth Website Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website , LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine Dr. Carrie Jones Website , Instagram , Facebook & TikTok Timestamps 03:05 - Why Sexual Health Should Be Your #1 Priority for Overall Wellness 04:51 - The Truth About Why Doctors Don't Talk About Sexual Health 05:48 - How to Talk About Sexual Health with Your Doctor 07:50 - What Society Gets Wrong About Sex 13:39 - Is Your Sex Life Normal? 17:32 - The Link Between Erectile Dysfunction and Heart Attacks 25:49 - Why 40% of Women Experience Low Libido 29:54 - Menopause, Libido, and Testosterone 39:16 - How Everyday Medications Could Be Impacting Your Libido 40:54 - Testosterone and Heart Health 44:27 - Why Putting Yourself First in Sexual Health Is Essential 45:45 - Where Can You Find Dr. Rena Malik