Try Marek Health for 10% Off ► https://marekhealth.com/syatt In this episode I speak with Derek from More Plates More Dates all about blood work. He provides a simple (yet comprehensive) guide to help you understand your blood work for both men and women of all ages. He emphasizes the importance of blood work in assessing health and discusses key health markers that individuals should monitor. Our conversation covers various aspects of blood work, including the significance of blood pressure, comprehensive blood counts, fasting insulin, and the role of ApoB in assessing cardiovascular risk. Derek also highlights the importance of iron levels, particularly for women, and the need for proactive health management. In this conversation, the discussion revolves around the critical aspects of hormonal health, particularly focusing on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women and testosterone management for men. The importance of regular blood work to monitor health markers is emphasized, alongside practical lifestyle changes that can significantly improve overall health. The conversation highlights the necessity of understanding hormonal balance, the implications of lifestyle choices, and the role of professional guidance in managing health effectively. In this conversation, Derek and J discuss the importance of movement in daily life, the complexities and misconceptions surrounding GLP-1 medications, and the innovative approach of Marek Health in providing accessible health management. 00:00 Introduction to Derek and His Journey 02:55 The Importance of Blood Work 05:55 Key Health Markers in Blood Work 08:53 Understanding Blood Pressure and Its Significance 12:05 Comprehensive Blood Count Explained 14:51 Metabolic Health and Fasting Insulin 18:08 ApoB and Atherosclerosis Risk 21:00 Iron Levels and Their Importance for Women 28:15 Understanding Hormonal Health in Women 31:04 The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) 37:01 Navigating Testosterone Levels in Men 42:59 The Role of Blood Work in Health Monitoring 46:05 Lifestyle Changes for Optimal Health 54:29 The Power of Movement in Daily Life 55:44 Understanding GLP-1 Medications 01:06:28 Navigating the Controversy Around GLP-1s 01:10:27 Marek Health: A New Approach to Health Management I hope you enjoy this episode and, if you do, please leave a review on iTunes or Spotify (huge thank you to everyone who has written one so far). Finally, if you've been thinking about joining The Inner Circle but haven't yet... we have hundreds of home and bodyweight workouts for you and you can get them all HERE: https://www.sfinnercircle.com/