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TRT before and after: What the clinical data actually promises for your body

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

Dec 04, 2025 · 13 min read

Dramatic “before and after TRT” photos are everywhere online. The real question is what changes testosterone therapy can safely deliver for men in the gym, the bedroom, and everyday life—and what it cannot. “The most powerful ‘before and after TRT’ story is not a six-pack picture. It is a tired, frustrated man who can finally ...

Are peptides legal? What the new FDA regulations mean for you

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 03, 2025 · 9 min read

The FDA has cracked down on compounding pharmacies selling popular peptide therapies, leaving many men confused about their protocols. Here is a breakdown of what is legal, what is banned, and how to navigate the new landscape safely. “The recent FDA regulations are not an outright ban on all peptides, but a necessary tightening of ...

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

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, ...

Do runners live longer? The science behind mileage and mortality

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 03, 2025 · 15 min read

Running is one of the simplest tools men can use to live longer, but the biggest gains do not come from marathons. Here is what the science says about how much you need to run, how it extends life, and how to do it safely. “For most men, the question isn’t ‘Do runners live longer?’ ...

Is your diet sabotaging your hormones? The science of testosterone killing foods

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 03, 2025 · 16 min read

Certain everyday staples — from fried takeout to sugary drinks and packaged snacks — act like “testosterone killing foods” by driving inflammation, belly fat, and hormone disruption in men. Here is what the science says, what to watch for, and how to eat to protect your testosterone. “Most men do not lose testosterone overnight. They ...