Dr. Susan Carter is an endocrinologist and longevity expert specializing in hormone balance, metabolism, and the aging process. She links low testosterone with thyroid and cortisol patterns and turns lab data into clear next steps. Patients appreciate her straightforward approach, preventive mindset, and calm, data-driven care.
Nature Made Men’s Multivitamin 50+ and Centrum Men 50+ are broadly similar on core nutrients, and neither has evidence of superior clinical outcomes in generally healthy men. If you’re comparing Nature Made, Centrum, and One A Day men’s 50+ multivitamins, the best choice usually comes down to the exact product version and whether its vitamin ...
Taking metformin without a prescription is risky. Here’s how to do it safely with clinician supervision. You cannot safely take metformin without a prescription because metformin is not sold over the counter and it can cause side effects, drug interactions, and problems in men with certain medical conditions. If you are looking at metformin for ...
Frequent masturbation or ejaculation does not meaningfully increase basal metabolic rate, or BMR, in men, and the calories burned are usually small. Based on light activity MET ranges and extrapolation from sexual activity studies, a typical 10 to 15 minute session is often estimated at roughly 15 to 40 kilocalories (about 2 to 3 METs), ...
A “normal” BMI is 18.5 to 24.9 kg/m². It is a population screening tool and does not directly measure body fat, muscle mass, or visceral fat, so use it as a starting point. Pair BMI with waist circumference, body composition, and a few core metabolic labs to decide what to change and what to track. ...
Ultra-processed foods high in added sugar, artificial sweeteners/additives, and unhealthy fats can measurably change microbiome composition within 24 hours. Over time, those patterns may weaken the protective mucosal barrier and increase intestinal permeability, allowing bacterial components (like endotoxin) to enter the bloodstream and contribute to systemic inflammation. Here’s the clinical evidence for which foods do ...