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The science of food noise and how to turn down the volume

The science of food noise and how to turn down the volume

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD avatar
Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist
Dec 03, 2025 · 16 min read

If your brain never shuts up about food, it is not a character flaw. It is a brain–body signal problem that you can dial down with the right mix of habits, hormones and, when needed, medication. “When a man tells me he wakes up thinking about food and goes to bed planning his next snack, ...

How quickly does B12 shot work for energy and cognitive focus?

How quickly does B12 shot work for energy and cognitive focus?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 01, 2025 · 13 min read

Vitamin B12 shots can quickly correct low B12 in people who cannot absorb pills, but the benefits, timing, and safe injection technique depend on your health, your dose, and exactly where and how the shot is given. “For the right patient, a B12 injection is like fixing a blocked fuel line. If you’ve been running ...

How long does it take for testosterone to work? A clinical timeline for results

How long does it take for testosterone to work? A clinical timeline for results

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Nov 29, 2025 · 13 min read

Testosterone therapy can lift libido, energy, and strength — but not overnight. Here is a realistic, evidence-based timeline for when men actually start to feel the benefits. “The most common question I hear is, ‘How long does it take for testosterone to work?’ The honest answer is that some changes show up in a few ...

Andrew Huberman sleep cocktail: what it is, what works, and what to skip

Andrew Huberman sleep cocktail: what it is, what works, and what to skip

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD avatar
Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist
Nov 26, 2025 · 14 min read

The Andrew Huberman sleep cocktail has gone viral as a “science-based” way to fall asleep faster. Here is what each ingredient really does, what the research shows, and how to use it safely—if at all. “The Huberman sleep cocktail is basically a curated mix of familiar supplements. One or two of them can modestly help ...

Why do energy drinks make me tired instead of energized?

Why do energy drinks make me tired instead of energized?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Nov 21, 2025 · 13 min read

Energy drinks promise quick focus and stamina, yet many people feel strangely sleepy or wiped out once the buzz fades. Here is what the science says about caffeine, sugar, sleep, and stress hormones — and how to get real energy without crashing. “When patients ask me ‘why do energy drinks make me tired,’ we walk ...

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