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Getting kicked in the cb: what ball shots really do to your body and how to recover safely

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

Nov 20, 2025 · 11 min read

The pain of testicular trauma is uniquely agonizing, often radiating deep into the abdomen. Here is the physiological reason why a groin strike hurts so much, how to distinguish a bruise from a rupture, and the immediate steps to take for recovery. “The testicles and the kidneys share a common origin story in human development. ...

Bro split training: Does the classic bodybuilder routine still work?

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

Nov 20, 2025 · 15 min read

The classic bro split workout hits each muscle group once a week with high volume. Here is what the science says about muscle growth, strength, and whether this old-school plan still holds up. “A bro split can absolutely build muscle if you respect the basics: enough weekly volume, hard sets close to failure, and smart ...

Algae cooking oil: smart upgrade or just another kitchen trend?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 20, 2025 · 16 min read

Algae cooking oil promises a neutral oil for cooking with a sky-high smoke point, heart-friendly fats, and a lighter environmental footprint than seed oils. Here is what the evidence shows, how it compares in your pan and on your blood work, and when it actually makes sense to switch. “Cooking oil is one of the ...

Does nicotine increase testosterone or quietly wreck it?

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

Nov 20, 2025 · 9 min read

Internet forums are full of rumors that smoking boosts male hormones. While lab results often show higher levels in smokers, the biological reality involves a dangerous trade-off between hormone quantity and sexual function. “We often see a ‘smoker’s paradox’ in clinic. A patient might have decent testosterone numbers on paper because nicotine blocks the breakdown ...

Top 3 erectile dysfunction causes

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

Nov 01, 2025 · 14 min read

Erectile dysfanction is rarely “just in your head” or only about low testosterone. It is usually a mix of blood-flow problems, pelvic floor control, and stress loops — and each has clear, evidence-based ways to improve. “Most guys think erectile dysfanction is only about testosterone. In real life it is usually about circulation, pelvic floor ...