All the latest articles from our medical experts on testosterone, men's health, and longevity.
Many men are told their blood work is “normal” even though they feel tired, softer, and off their game. Understanding optimal vs normal lab ranges can turn a frustrating dead end into a clear plan to feel and perform better. “When a lab report says ‘normal’, it mostly means you’re not in immediate danger. It ...
NAD+ is a coenzyme that helps cells make energy and repair damage, but NAD+ injections are still an experimental longevity therapy with limited high-quality human data, so long-term safety, side effects, and anti-aging benefits aren’t established. Here’s what the evidence actually shows so far—and what to weigh before paying for NAD shots. “NAD+ is central ...
Most prescription testosterone replacement used in men is already “bioidentical” — the hormone molecule is chemically identical to what the testes produce, even as levels commonly decline about 1% per year after age 30–40. The real question is whether you have symptomatic, consistently low testosterone and how to dose and monitor therapy to restore a ...
Propel is generally healthier than sugar-sweetened sports drinks because it has 0 g added sugar, avoiding the 30+ g glucose load a typical 20‑oz sports drink can deliver—enough to nearly hit the American Heart Association’s daily added-sugar limit and drive insulin spikes. The catch is that its sweetness comes from additives like sucralose, so the ...
Protein gummies can be a useful convenience supplement, but most deliver only ~7–13 g protein per serving—well below the ~20–40 g of high-quality protein that maximally stimulates post-workout muscle protein synthesis—so they won’t drive gains on their own and can become a sugar-heavy snack if the label isn’t tight. Here’s how to evaluate protein dose, ...