Episode 6: Honey packs for men: what they are, how long they last, and the hidden risks
February 10, 2026 · 10:01
Many honey-pack male enhancement sachets contain undeclared PDE5 inhibitors and can dangerously lower blood pressure.
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Episode 5: The best multivitamin for men over 50: how to choose between popular brands like nature made and centrum
February 03, 2026 · 10:25
How to choose a multivitamin for men over 50 by matching formulas to diet, meds, and biology; Nature Made vs Centrum.
Episode 4: Are peptides legal? What the new FDA regulations mean for you
January 27, 2026 · 9:41
FDA restricted compounding of many peptides, placing 17 off-limits for human use and prioritizing evidence-based care.
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Do weight loss supplements work for men? Separating the science from the scam
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Feb 10, 2026 · 10 min read
The best weight loss supplements for men are the ones with human evidence, modest expectations, and a clear mechanism — and green tea extract is one of the few that consistently shows a signal in research. This guide breaks down what “works” really means, how to use supplements safely, and what numbers to track so ...
Got “Normal” testosterone on Function Health but still feel off? How to interpret results and plan next steps.
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Feb 09, 2026 · 11 min read
A testosterone result can be “normal” and still feel off because testosterone deficiency is diagnosed by symptoms plus consistently low morning total testosterone on repeat testing (often around ~300 ng/dL), and total testosterone can look adequate while free testosterone is low when SHBG is elevated. Here’s how to decide when a repeat draw matters, which ...
Keto diet and CGM: What your glucose level can look like and how to avoid reverse metabolic inflexibility
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Feb 07, 2026 · 11 min read
On a ketogenic diet, CGM traces usually show a lower, flatter 24‑hour glucose curve, while a rare high‑carb meal can cause a higher peak and slower return to baseline because fat adaptation temporarily downshifts rapid glucose disposal (“reverse metabolic inflexibility”) rather than proving true insulin resistance. Learn how to interpret trends despite interstitial‑fluid lag and ...
Blueprint stack review: What Bryan Johnson’s simplified longevity stack can and can’t do for men
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 30, 2026 · 11 min read
Bryan Johnson’s commercial “Blueprint Stack” promises a simplified route into a longevity-focused routine. This blueprint stack review breaks down what’s actually in the stack as described, what the research says about the major components for men, and how to use a “stack” approach without drifting into expensive guesswork. “If a ‘stack’ helps you consistently hit ...
The hidden link between inflammation and heart disease: Why cholesterol is only half the story
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 28, 2026 · 10 min read
Chronic arterial inflammation can turn LDL-based plaque dangerous by driving cytokine signaling (IL‑1β, IL‑6) that recruits macrophages and releases metalloproteinases to thin the fibrous cap until it ruptures, which helps explain why nearly 50% of heart attacks occur in men with “normal” cholesterol. A standard lipid panel won’t capture that risk, so this article breaks ...