How to Talk About Sexual Health with Dr. Rena Malik

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