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Can you chew gum while fasting? What it means for ketosis and autophagy

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 08, 2026 · 9 min read

Sugar-free gum is usually compatible with a ketosis-focused fast because one piece is typically a negligible caloric input (often kept under ~30 calories total during the fasting window), but any calorie- or sugar-containing gum can blunt a stricter fast aimed at autophagy, where the safest approach is staying truly calorie-free. The key is how many ...

Mediterranean diet snacks to optimize testosterone and heart health in men

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 07, 2026 · 9 min read

Mediterranean-style snacks built around monounsaturated fats, polyphenols, and protein (such as walnuts, olives, and plain Greek yogurt) can support testosterone and heart health in men by preventing sharp post-snack glucose/insulin spikes and lowering chronic inflammation that suppresses testosterone production and damages endothelial function. Here’s how to use between-meal “fuel” to keep energy steady while protecting ...

Does lifting weights burn fat? The science-backed answer for men who want visible results

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Jan 05, 2026 · 9 min read

Lifting weights can support fat loss by building and preserving muscle, which helps maintain a higher resting metabolic rate and improves body composition over weeks and months. Here’s how to set up your training and tracking so the mirror changes even when your workout isn’t “burning fat” in the moment. “If you’re asking ‘does lifting ...

Do low salt frozen meals actually exist? A guide to heart-healthy muscle fuel

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 03, 2026 · 11 min read

Low-salt frozen meals do exist, but many “high-protein” options still deliver around 1,200 mg of sodium per serving—more than 50% of the American Heart Association’s 2,300 mg/day limit. This guide breaks down how excess sodium drives fluid retention and blood-pressure strain, and how to spot freezer meals that fuel muscle without compromising vascular health. “Many ...

What is biohacking? The science of optimizing male biology

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 03, 2026 · 10 min read

Biohacking is a data-driven approach to improving physiology by measuring key biomarkers (such as glucose, cortisol, and testosterone), changing lifestyle or environmental inputs, and re-testing using a “measure, modify, measure” loop. Here’s how mechanisms like epigenetic regulation and hormesis can help counter modern stressors and extend healthspan. “Biohacking is often marketed as a shortcut, but ...