Josh Duhamel Attributes Improved Well-being to Testosterone Therapy
The actor discusses his positive experience with testosterone replacement and his decision to co-found a men's health company.
Actor Josh Duhamel, 53, has stated that he feels healthier and more robust now than he did in his early to mid-30s, attributing these improvements to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).
Duhamel began TRT approximately five years ago after discovering he had low testosterone levels in his early 40s. This personal experience led him to co-found Gatlan, a men's health company that offers physician-guided testosterone replacement therapy, hormone optimization, weight loss, and longevity treatments.
During a recent appearance on "The Human Upgrade" podcast with Dave Asprey, Duhamel shared his perspective on the therapy's effects. "I feel better now than I did in my early to mid-30s," Duhamel said. "My joints, my back, my knees, everything. I just feel stronger."
Despite initial warnings from his former agents who advised against it, fearing it would harm his career, Duhamel proceeded with launching Gatlan. "They said, 'Don't do it. It's bad for your image.' And I was like, 'Alright, watch,'" Duhamel recalled. He explained that his motivation was to destigmatize and bring attention to the treatment, stating, "Nobody's talking about it. Everybody's doing it." He believed there were many men who could benefit from more information about testosterone therapy.
Duhamel administers testosterone injections three times a week to maintain consistent levels. He described the therapy as having "tremendously" improved his life and provided him with the energy needed to keep up with his young children.
Duhamel and his wife, Audra Mari, have two young children, and he also has a teenage son from a previous marriage. He highlighted the demanding nature of raising young children and expressed his desire to remain physically and mentally vibrant for them.
"I want to be able to be a good dad and a physical and vibrant father for them physically for as long as I can. And mentally, for that matter," Duhamel stated. He sees longevity as a key benefit, aiming to maintain his health for future years, including the possibility of seeing grandchildren.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved testosterone products for men with low testosterone linked to specific medical conditions. The FDA requires these products to include warnings about potential increases in blood pressure, and patients are advised to consult with their doctors regarding the benefits and risks of treatment.