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Veedma's editorial team: Evidence-based men's health

The Veedma editorial team writes evidence-based men's health content with AI-assisted research tools. Every article is medically reviewed by Vladimir Kotlov, MD, urologist, CEO and founder of Veedma, before publication. Read our editorial policy.

What is ego lifting? The gym habit that can wreck your joints and your gains

What is ego lifting? The gym habit that can wreck your joints and your gains

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Veedma's editorial team: Evidence-based men's health
Dec 19, 2025 · 13 min read

Ego lifting is using a weight that exceeds your current capacity for that exercise on that day, forcing you to cheat form or shorten range of motion to complete reps. It may feel like progress, but it shifts stress off the target muscle and onto joints and passive tissues. This can set you up for ...

Does testosterone affect how long you last? The science of stamina

Does testosterone affect how long you last? The science of stamina

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Dec 19, 2025 · 12 min read

Testosterone mainly supports libido and erectile function, but it does not directly increase Intravaginal Ejaculatory Latency Time (typically about 5 to 7 minutes) because ejaculation timing is largely a serotonin-mediated neurological reflex. Low testosterone can still make you feel like you are finishing “too fast” by destabilizing erections and creating a rush-to-finish pattern. Here is ...

CGM for nondiabetics: Is tracking blood sugar worth it for men?

CGM for nondiabetics: Is tracking blood sugar worth it for men?

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Dec 17, 2025 · 13 min read

Usually no. For most men without diabetes, a CGM is not worth using long term, though a short structured trial can sometimes help with appetite or training questions. The key is knowing what a CGM can and cannot tell you, then using the data to make changes you can actually sustain. “For a lot of ...

High protein low fat fast food: The smartest drive thru picks for men who lift

High protein low fat fast food: The smartest drive thru picks for men who lift

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Dec 16, 2025 · 12 min read

Yes, you can eat high protein low fat fast food by prioritizing lean, grilled proteins and controlling the sides, sauces, and drinks that usually spike calories, fat, and sodium. The upside is big for men training for strength or body recomposition. You stay fuller, you recover better, and you avoid turning a quick meal into ...

Celebrity penises and the big penis myth: What men’s health science actually says

Celebrity penises and the big penis myth: What men’s health science actually says

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Dec 15, 2025 · 11 min read

Celebrity penis rumors rarely reflect measurable reality, and a big penis is not a reliable predictor of sexual performance or sexual health. What matters far more is erection quality, hormone balance, blood flow, and confidence. This article breaks down what size science really shows, how to measure correctly, and what to do if you are ...