Intellectual Medicine

Mar 31 2025 90 ep. 25 mins 11
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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a physician dedicated to enhancing vitality at a cellular level. With 30 years in family medicine, he combines conventional care with cutting-edge science to tackle aging and health decline at the root. Tune in for expert insights, innovative strategies, and the future of wellness.

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PSA, Biopsies & Your Doctor: Balancing Medical Advice & Personal Autonomy

Mar 31 2025 21 mins  
When it comes to your health, are you blindly following the standard protocol—or taking control of your own decisions?In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti dives into the controversial world of PSA tests, prostate biopsies, and the hidden risks behind conventional recommendations. Are these procedures truly necessary, or is there a better way to approach prostate health?Dr. Step

Do You Really Need a Mammogram? Risks, Benefits & Informed Decisions

Mar 24 2025 19 mins  
Are mammograms really necessary for every woman? In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the traditional stance on mammograms, questioning their necessity for every woman and highlighting the importance of personalized healthcare decisions.For years, we've been told that mammograms are a must for breast cancer screening—but what if the science isn’t as clear-cut a

Think Twice Before a Prostate Biopsy: The Evidence You Need to Hear

Mar 17 2025 17 mins  
Did you know that prostate biopsies could do more harm than good? In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti reveals why these procedures may lead to unnecessary treatments, complications, and even the spread of cancer cells. Many prostate cancers are non-aggressive and never become life-threatening—so why take the risk?Discover safer, evidence-based strategies for monitoring your pr

The Truth About Testosterone: Does It Really Cause Prostate Cancer?

Mar 10 2025 22 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti breaks down the latest research and challenges outdated medical dogma.Testosterone therapy has long been shrouded in fear and misinformation. The idea that supplementing testosterone increases the risk of prostate cancer has persisted for decades.He examines the historical roots of the testosterone-prostate cancer myth, tracing it back to flaw

The Science of Secondary Cancer Prevention: What You Must Know

Mar 03 2025 22 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti takes a hard look at why conventional medicine falls short in preventing cancer from coming back and presents a proactive approach to reducing future risks.Cancer is an uninvited guest that no one wants to see return. But once you've had it, the risk of recurrence remains, making secondary prevention a crucial, yet often overlooked.He explains

Why Early Treatment of Prostate Cancer May Be Ineffective: The Case for Conventional Therapies

Feb 24 2025 23 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti invites you to challenge long-held beliefs about early intervention, offering a perspective that values quality of life as much as medical outcomes. Through the lens of research like The Prostate Cancer Intervention Versus Observation Trial (PIVOT) Trial, he discusses the risks and limitations of conventional treatments such as surgery and rad

Building Strong Bones: Unlock the Secret to Longevity and Vitality

Feb 17 2025 26 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti reveals how the right choices today can lay the groundwork for decades of strength, vitality, and independence.He exposes the shortcomings of popular treatments like calcium supplements, explaining why conventional approaches often fail to deliver the promised benefits. Instead, he emphasizes proven strategies, including strength training, ade

Obesity and Aging: The Secrets to Sustainable Weight Loss

Feb 11 2025 24 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges conventional wisdom and how intentional changes can reveal the secrets to sustainable weight loss and aging. He dismantles myths surrounding popular diet trends, calorie counting, and intermittent fasting, showing how these approaches often fail to deliver lasting results. Instead, he introduces the concept of structured "feeding ti

Make America Healthy Again

Feb 04 2025 26 mins  
Our fast-paced lives, convenience-driven habits, and a healthcare system focused on treatment over prevention leave many asking: how can we change course? In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti examines the flaws in modern healthcare and advocates for sustainable methods that yield meaningful outcomes. He urges listeners to prioritize prevention over reaction. From addressing toxi

Taking Control of Your Health: Vitality Over Quick Fixes, GLP-1s, Hormones & Detoxing

Jan 15 2025 27 mins  
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explores what it truly means to be healthy in a world of overhyped breakthroughs, reactive medicine, and declining vitality. From the pitfalls of conventional treatments like GLP-1 drugs and prostate cancer therapies to the transformative power of hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Petteruti cuts through the noise to empower yo