Rena Malik, MD Podcast

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.

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Moment: The Science of Ozempic: The Ultimate Weight Loss Solution? ft. Dr. Alexandra Sowa Feb 26, 2025

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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD is with Dr. Alexandra Sowa to explore the transformative nature of GLP-1 receptor agonist medications. They discuss how these synthetic hormones work by influencing various parts of the body, particularly the brain, to reduce hunger, food cravings, and addictive behaviors. Dr. Sowa elaborates on the benefits of these medications in managing type 2 diabetes and obesity, while also highlighting their potential future applications in treating other conditions.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 GLP-1 Medications

03:47 GLP-1 Receptors in the Brain

06:18 Side Effects

10:33 Ozempic

15:17 Hyperpalatable Foods

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Get So Well by Dr. Sowa - https://www.instagram.com/getsowell/?hl=en

The Ozempic Revolution by Dr. Sowa - https://www.amazon.com/Ozempic-Revolution-Doctors-Success-Yourself/dp/0063417006

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Porn Sex vs. Real Sex: Why Watching Real Sex Can Help! ft. Cindy Gallop Feb 21, 2025

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Cindy Gallop, founder of Make Love Not Porn, joins Dr. Rena Malik to explore the distinction between mainstream pornography and real-world sex, emphasizing the importance of communication, body positivity, and normalizing sexual discourse. They discuss how Make Love Not Porn serves as a user-generated, human-curated platform providing educational insights into sex, helping individuals of diverse backgrounds to reclaim their sexuality and improve their intimate relationships. Additionally, Gallop sheds light on the challenges of raising awareness and funding for sex education, while advocating for inclusive, safe spaces that celebrate authentic, loving, and diverse sexual experiences.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:17 What Makes Someone Good in Bed?

18:33 Benefits of Pornography

29:42 Opening up About Watching Adult Content Together

34:02 Vaginismus

41:07 Improving Sexual Education

47:14 Life Hack You Wish You Knew Earlier

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MakeLoveNotPorn – https://makelovenotporn.tv/

MakeLoveNotPorn Academy – https://www.makelovenotporn.academy/

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Moment: Functional Fitness Tips for Better Sexual Health ft. Dr. Allan Bacon Feb 19, 2025

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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD, is joined by Dr. Allan Bacon to explore the intersection of fitness and sexual health. Dr. Bacon breaks down the concept of functional fitness, emphasizing that a strong, comprehensive training program can enhance sexual performance. They discuss practical advice on building endurance, strength, and confidence in the bedroom through standard strength training and consistent practice. Dr. Bacon also highlights the importance of cardiovascular training for overall health, including its surprising benefits for muscle growth and sexual function. The conversation touches on the nuances of resistance training, such as the significance of mental training, optimizing intensity, and understanding time under tension.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Exercise for Better Sex

05:33 Cardiovascular Training

09:13 Mental Training

11:30 Intensity and Failure in Training

17:41 Time under tension

25:30 Non-responders to resistance training

26:53 The importance of sleep

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Pornography Researcher Explains How Erotic Films Affect the Brain ft. Dr. Prause Feb 14, 2025

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Dr. Nicole Prause, a leading neuroscientist specializing in sexual physiology and addiction, joins Dr. Rena Malik to dissect the brain's role in arousal and orgasm. They explore how pornography impacts the brain differently than partner stimulation and masturbation, while debunking myths around dopamine levels. The discussion covers innovative findings on edging, semen retention, and the controversial landscape of sex tech, including teledildonics and sex robots. Dr. Prause also bravely shares her experiences as a female researcher facing challenges and threats in this often turbulent field. Tune in for a deep dive into the complexities of sexual arousal, addiction, and groundbreaking developments in sexual technology.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:11 Brain and Arousal

00:05:44 Pornography

00:18:14 How Brain Reacts to Intercourse vs Masturbation

00:27:37: Problematic Porn Use vs. Porn Addiction

00:33:01 Quitting Porn

00:43:04 What Happens in the Brain During Orgasm?

00:52:03 Semen Retention

01:02:06: Effect of Porn to the Pair Bond of a Person

01:05:38 Multiple Orgasms

01:13:45 Sex Tech

01:22:16 Sex Robots

01:37:44 What Dr. Prause is Working on Right Now

01:50:07 Something in your Life that You Wish you Knew Earlier

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Moment: Are You Addicted to Masturbation? Ft Dr. Eric Sprankle Feb 12, 2025

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In this thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Rena Malik, MD and Dr. Eric Sprankle delve into the sociocultural and psychological factors surrounding masturbation and pornography use. They address common misconceptions, the impact of religious and ideological values, and the role of pornography in shaping attitudes towards sex and relationships. Dr. Sprankle sheds light on the scientific perspective of porn’s effects, debunking myths about its inherent dangers and highlighting the importance of context and individual differences.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Masturbation Addiction

02:21 Perception and Treatment

06:13 Masturbation and Pornography

09:30 Misogyny and Pornography

13:01 Deviant pornography

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DIY: The Wonderfully Weird History and Science of Masturbation

https://www.amazon.com/DIY-Wonderfully-History-Science-Masturbation/dp/1454948795 (direct link for book)

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How Often Should You REALLY Ejaculate? | Cialis vs. Viagra | AMA Feb 07, 2025

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In this video, Dr. Rena Malik delves into important topics surrounding men's sexual health in this engaging AMA episode. She discusses the effectiveness and differences between Cialis and Viagra for treating erectile dysfunction, and clarifies concerns about spontaneous erections with these medications. Dr. Malik also reviews a study linking ejaculation frequency to reduced prostate cancer risk, providing insights into potential benefits without firm conclusions. Furthermore, she offers practical advice on safe lubricant alternatives available at home and examines the impact of finasteride on prostate health and sexual side effects.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:35 Cialis vs Viagra for ED

04:19 How Ejaculation Prevents Prostate Cancer

07:02 Things at Home as Lubrication Substitute

09:05 Impact of Finasteride on Prostate Health

11:34 Add cards: Prostate Meds

Videos mentioned in AMA:

Everything you need to know about Sildenafil vs Tadalafil for erectile dysfunction | ED pills https://youtu.be/d0ItVdi8Jkg

Urologist Explains How to Use Tadalafil vs Sildenafil the Right Way https://youtu.be/SiR9AkEEpnw

ED Pills Not Working? How to Make Sildenafil & Tadalafil Work for You! https://youtu.be/wgpXLBh8q2Y

Scientifically Proven Ways to Make Sildenafil and Tadalafil Work Again, according to a Urologist https://youtu.be/AeskTwq6SGk

Can Ejaculation Lower Your Prostate Cancer Risk? Ft. Dr. Stacy Loeb https://youtu.be/xbLwm2eyyK0

Science proves that ejaculating more often reduces your risk of CANCER?! A Urologist explains https://youtu.be/ZYhZMsvBWSU

Everything you NEED to know about LUBRICANTS | What to know BEFORE you buy LUBE https://youtu.be/nTGDLjBDq8M

Tamsulosin and Finasteride SIDE EFFECTS that will SHOCK YOU! | Are they reversible?! https://youtu.be/I9EeRb5m4_E

Why Antidepressants Wreak Havoc on Your Sex Life?! | Urologist Explains How to Boost your Libido https://youtu.be/VqxRq5YTRWw

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Moment: 5 Things You Can Do Today to Prevent Cancer ft. Dr. Joseph Zundell Feb 05, 2025

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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD, sits down with Dr. Joseph Zundell to explore proactive approaches to cancer prevention. They delve into practical strategies accessible to everyone, regardless of resource availability. Topics covered include the critical role of consistent and safe exercise, the importance of maintaining healthy sleep habits, and practicing sun safety. They also discuss minimizing smoke and alcohol consumption and the benefits of a nutrient-rich, diverse diet. Dr. Zundell brings a wealth of knowledge, emphasizing the interconnectedness of lifestyle choices and cancer risk reduction.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Ways to prevent cancer

01:16 Sleep health importance

01:54 Practicing sun safety

03:11 Minimizing smoke, alcohol

04:14 Nutrient-rich diet

10:45 Sugar and cancer

12:06 Prevention with fasting

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Website - https://drjoezundell.com/

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Optimize Muscle Growth with these Scientifically Proven Tips ft. Dr. Allan Bacon Jan 31, 2025

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Dr. Allan Bacon, a distinguished oral surgeon turned certified bodybuilding and powerlifting coach, joins Dr. Rena Malik to discuss how evidence-based exercise and nutrition strategies can significantly enhance overall health and improve sexual fitness. Key topics include optimizing resistance training, the role of non-exercise activity thermogenesis, debunking myths about nutrition and metabolic types, maximizing protein intake, and the psychological aspects of maintaining motivation. Dr. Bacon also delves into the nuances of cardiovascular exercise's impact on muscle growth, the importance of proper rest periods, and how lifestyle changes across different life stages, especially during menopause, can contribute to health and fitness.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:06:38 Why You're Not Losing Weight

00:17:48 Key Traits for Achieving Your Fitness Goals

00:26:54 Estimating your Muscle Mass Index

00:32:49 Exercise for Better Sex

00:38:26 How Endurance Training Boosts Strength & Hypertrophy

00:42:12 Mental Training

00:51:23 Optimizing & Maximizing Time Under Tension

00:59:20 Muscle Non-Responders

01:04:18 Optimal Rest

01:07:13 Warm-up

01:13:25 Best Practices for Safe Gym Training

01:18:39 Menopause Impact on Muscle Building

01:29:25 Calorie Deficit

01:35:52 Designing a Nutrition Goal or Program

01:41:05 Tracking Your Food Intake

01:52:27 Autophagy

01:56:36 Links between Oral Health and Fitness

01:57:41 Gut Health

02:13:47 Non-negotiable You Do Everyday

Dr. Bacon’s Instagram - Instagram.com/drallanbacon

Dr. Bacon’s Website - MauiAthletics.com

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