Dr. Brendan McCarthy

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Are you tired all the time? Feeling fatigued? Chronic fatigue syndrome is characterized by debilitating fatigue that is not relieved with rest and is associated with physical symptoms. It is estimated that more than 2 million Americans have CFS, many of whom have not been diagnosed. Women are twice as likely as men to have CFS, and it is more commo...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! So what do we actually know about food addiction? What does the scientific evidence actually show us? And, if it’s not scientifically sound, why does it feel so real? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley an...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over addiction, where it started with big pharma, turned to tobacco, into the food industry and much more! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A nationally recogn...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Moral injury describes the conundrum of today’s medical professionals: "They know how best to care for their patients but are blocked from doing so by systemic barriers related to the business side of healthcare." -from Al Jazeera’s article, Burned out doctors or broken healthcare system? Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002....

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! With hundreds of supplements available, it’s hard to believe that not every nutrient in whole foods has been captured in a capsule. That’s why eating a variety of healthy foods is the best way to meet your health needs. But if you’re low on a certain vitamin or mineral, or just want to cover all bases with a daily MVM (multivitamin/mineral), it's y...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Your body is made to react to stress in ways meant to protect you against threats from predators and other aggressors. Such threats are rare today. But that doesn't mean that life is free of stress. Instead, you likely face many demands each day. For example, you may take on a huge workload, pay bills or take care of your family. Your body treats t...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! The science behind falling in love has long been studied by scientists and philosophers worldwide. Questions surrounding what exactly attracts you to that special someone and why people remain together after the initial excitement dies down, have been at the centre of debate for centuries. It is sometimes referred to as the “love hormone,” because...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! With more American men turning to testosterone therapy as a way to boost energy levels, build muscle and tackle erectile dysfunction, it’s no wonder that web-based merchants have stepped into the breach, seeking to grab market share away from doctors and pharmacies. The dangers come when you don't know exactly what the company may be using for thei...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Men of all ages face specific health challenges and experience different health outcomes than women. Globally, men’s average life expectancy is about four years less than women. There is not a single country in the world where men are expected to outlive women. Men can make small changes in how they live their day to day life that can add up to lon...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this Q&A, I am asked about a woman who had a hysterectomy for cervical cancer and then was prescribed Premarin by her doctor. She's struggling with side effects and wants to know why the doctor prescribed it to her. Let's dive in! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea ha...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Estrogens are the female sex hormones that mediate the important processes that result in the maturation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics. Yet, male sex hormones, namely androgens, are also essential for female health, physical and emotional. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Dietary supplements are products that people use to add nutrients or other compounds to their bodies. From individual vitamins and minerals to blends of nutrients and herbs, there are numerous supplement products on the market that claim to provide specific health benefits. However, due to limited regulation, it’s not always clear which supplements...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! More than half of American adults take a multivitamin or some type of dietary supplement. Many people may go into their GP or Physician about a problem and walk out the door with $600 in supplements and no testing done. Find out what you can do about supplements moving forward and what to look for when you have your next appointment. Dr. Brendan Mc...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Many people have a thyroid gland that cannot make enough thyroid hormone for the body’s needs. This is called Hypothyroidism and is most commonly caused by an under functioning thyroid gland. Thyroid hormone is necessary for the health of all the cells in your body. Taking thyroid hormone is different from most medications, so in this episode I wil...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Coffee Pods, K-Cups, whatever you may call them. They’re convenient, delicious, and perfect for those rushed Monday mornings. Coffee is the most popular beverage worldwide, with estimating 450 million cups consumed each day. Out of those 450 million cups of coffee, 27% of Americans are using these cups. That's about 121 million Keurig cups being us...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode I wanted to talk to all of you about why I'm doing this podcast. What are my goals? What do I hope to see come out of this? Let me know in the comments what you want to see from this podcast. What questions you may have and how I can help. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over a recent study from Cambridge University that involved over 250,000 women. The link between birth control and depression. How impactful is it? What ages are effected more? Find out in this episode! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and e...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over lab values for thyroid. Your body uses thyroid hormones to regulate all kinds of processes. That includes how fast you burn calories, your heart rate, and many other automatic functions. Lets take a look at what the proper levels should look like when it comes to Thyroid! Feel free to leave any questions you may have in t...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over hormone lab values. They aren't just the simple ranges your doctor may be telling you you're in between. I'm here to tell you why they are so much more than that and why you should be getting yours done! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! Even though roughly half the world’s population is female, it often seems that men understand surprisingly little about menstruation and menopause. That’s not to say that all men have to fully understand menopause — and let’s face it, who does? — but it could be helpful for guys who have beautifully aging women in their lives to learn a little more...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! I bring you another Q&A episode, asking about the best ways of taking estrogen and other hormones and what the benefits are for each. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving the Valley and Central Arizona. A national...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we address another Q&A, asking if she can use Off-Label Testosterone & Progesterone. Her doctor says no and she's curious if insurance will cover it. Lets dive in! Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical center serving...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode we go over birth control and the effects it has on the brain with women. Research has shown that it can have effects on memory, the development of PTSD, and more. Let's dive in!   Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic medical...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode dive into another Q&A. Today's question comes in asking if they can take Estrogen while having a heart condition? The question derives from the notion that a majority of GP's will tell you that estrogen is not good for a heart condition. I'm here to tell you why and if they are wrong or right. If you have a question, let me know in...

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! In this episode, given the many conceptions about estrogen in the universe, it can be hard to distinguish which is right, wrong or even close to accurate. So, let’s debunk some common estrogen myths. Dr. Brendan McCarthy founded Protea Medical Center in 2002. While he’s been the chief medical officer, Protea has grown and evolved into a dynamic med...