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Inflammation and heart disease in men: What to test and what to do next

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 28, 2026 · 11 min read

Chronic, low-grade inflammation is a proven risk factor for atherosclerotic heart disease, and simple blood tests can detect it before symptoms appear. If your cholesterol looks “fine” but your family history, waistline, or energy say otherwise, inflammation may be the missing piece in your heart risk assessment. “Think of cholesterol as the building material for ...

Building muscle after 40: The smarter plan for strength, recovery, and hormones

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

Jan 26, 2026 · 11 min read

Yes, building muscle after 40 is absolutely possible for men, but you usually need a tighter plan for training, protein, recovery, and hormone health than you did at 25. The win is not “more grind.” It is better programming, better fuel, and better monitoring so you can keep progressing with fewer setbacks. “After 40, the ...

Bulking vs cutting for men: How to pick the right bulk vs cut plan and keep it healthy

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

Jan 26, 2026 · 12 min read

Bulking and cutting are two nutrition and training phases that help men gain muscle in a small calorie surplus or lose fat in a small calorie deficit while lifting to protect lean mass. The key is control, because the fastest bulk vs cut approach often backfires with extra fat gain, muscle loss, or a drop ...

What is the best supplement for inflammation? The 8 options with the strongest evidence

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 21, 2026 · 13 min read

There is no single best supplement for inflammation for every man, but a small group has the strongest human evidence for lowering inflammatory signals or improving inflammation driven symptoms. This guide breaks down the best supplements for inflammation, what they do in the body, and how to choose based on your goals and lab results. ...

Testosterone and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: What men should actually do

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 21, 2026 · 12 min read

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) do not provide testosterone targets. Men can use the DGA to support a healthy body weight and cardiometabolic health, which can indirectly support testosterone, and should seek medical evaluation for persistent symptoms or repeatedly low morning labs. Here’s what diet can improve, what it can’t, and how to act ...