The Dad Edge Podcast

Is Brain Fog Stealing Your Fatherhood? ft. Matt Salazar and Sonny Howard


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Have you ever asked yourself:

  • "Why am I so tired, even after a full night's sleep?"
  • "Am I really present for my kids, or just physically there?"
  • "Could my low energy be impacting my marriage and family life?"

If these questions hit home, get ready for a raw and real conversation that unpacks the silent battles many dads face.

What happens when you get three dads, 12 kids, mountains of laundry, and enough Costco bills to bankrupt a small nation... all together on one podcast? Chaos? Yep. Laughter? Absolutely. But beneath the wild potty-training stories and "Dad, look at my squat!" moments, today's conversation hits something way deeper with Matt Salazar, father of five boys, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Gent Health, and his partner, Sonny Howard, a dad of three.

A quick note for listeners: Gent Health is currently available to patients only in Texas, but they will be expanding to other states very soon.

Matt Salazar opens up about the silent battles of brain fog, low motivation, and the gut-wrenching feeling of being "present, but not really there" for his family. Sonny Howard shares his own wake-up call, discovering dangerously low hormone levels that could have impacted his future and his ability to truly show up at home.

These guys aren't just talking about testosterone and peptides; they're talking about fatherhood, fighting through the fog, and why optimizing your health isn't just about you—it's about your family and your legacy.

In this powerful episode, we dig into:

  1. The Hidden Epidemic of Brain Fog & Low Motivation: Understanding why so many modern dads feel wiped out and disconnected.
  2. The Gut-Wrenching Reality of Being "Present, But Not There": How physical and mental fatigue can silently erode your family connections.
  3. The Personal Health Wake-Up Call: Matt Salazar and Sonny Howard's journeys to uncover underlying issues like hormonal imbalances and their impact on daily life.
  4. Beyond Muscles and Materialism: Why prioritizing your health is a crucial act of fatherhood and legacy-building.
  5. Optimizing Health for Family Impact: How taking control of your physical and mental well-being allows you to show up stronger for your kids and spouse.

Whether you're crushing it in the gym or staring at your kids wondering why you're so wiped out, this episode will hit home.

Here's what research and observation highlight about men's health and its impact on family:

  • Studies indicate that men experiencing low testosterone often report a 30% decrease in energy levels and a 25% increase in symptoms of brain fog.
  • Fathers struggling with chronic fatigue are up to 40% less likely to engage in active play and meaningful conversations with their children.
  • Optimizing male hormonal health has been linked to a 35% improvement in motivation and overall well-being, positively impacting family presence.

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