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L-carnitine benefits: fuel your mitochondria and support androgen receptors

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Oct 25, 2025 · 14 min read

L carnitine benefits go beyond “fat burning”: this amino-acid–derived compound helps your mitochondria use fat for fuel, may support androgen receptors in muscle, and can aid recovery when you dose and stack it the right way. “L-carnitine is not a magic testosterone pill, but for the right man it can make training feel more sustainable, ...

Sauna health benefits: steam or infrared?

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

Oct 21, 2025 · 14 min read

Regular sauna sessions can act like “light cardio” for your blood vessels, lowering inflammation and supporting heart health when you use them often and safely. Here is how to get real sauna health benefits without taking unnecessary risks. “Think of the sauna as a controlled stress test for your circulation. Done right, short, frequent heat ...

Top 5 natural ways to increase testosterone

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Oct 18, 2025 · 13 min read

Weight loss, better sleep, smarter training, stress control, and fixing silent medical problems are the top 5 natural ways to increase testosterone. Here is how they work and how to build a practical plan with lab numbers that actually mean something. “Start with the basics. Lose excess weight, protect your sleep, train your muscles, and ...

Evaluating testosterone replacement therapy costs for your health

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist

Aug 23, 2025 · 13 min read

Evaluating testosterone replacement therapy costs is not just about monthly price tags. It is about understanding who really benefits, which options fit your life, and how to avoid paying for risks you do not need. “When men ask me about testosterone, the hidden question is, ‘Am I paying for real changes in energy, mood, and ...

Navigating testosterone replacement therapy costs: a simple guide

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Aug 09, 2025 · 13 min read

“Navigating testosterone a simple guide” is about more than lab numbers and prescriptions. It is a step-by-step roadmap to understand your hormones, recognize real low testosterone, and decide whether treatment fits your health, budget, and long-term goals. “Testosterone can change a man’s life when it is used for the right reasons, at the right dose, ...