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Longevity trends shifting men’s health from biohacking to proven science

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 18, 2025 · 9 min read

For years, life extension was the playground of billionaires and extreme biohackers. Now, the science is maturing into actionable strategies for the everyday man. Here are the evidence-based shifts defining the next era of male healthspan. “We are moving past the phase of ‘throwing everything at the wall’ to see what sticks. The most exciting ...

The science of supplements: which vitamins actually fight male fatigue?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 18, 2025 · 11 min read

You feel drained despite sleeping, and that second coffee isn’t touching it. Before you accept low energy as the cost of modern life, look at your biochemistry. Here is the evidence-based guide to the nutrients that power male physiology. “Fatigue in men is rarely just about lack of sleep. It is often a cellular inefficiency. ...

Low calorie protein shakes: How to keep muscle while cutting fat

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

Dec 17, 2025 · 11 min read

Cutting calories usually means losing size, but the right protein strategy can flip the script. Here is the science behind using low calorie protein shakes to burn fat while protecting hard-earned lean mass. “When you are in a calorie deficit, your body looks for energy anywhere it can find it, including your muscle tissue. A ...

CGM for nondiabetics: when it helps, when it misleads, and how men can use it well

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 17, 2025 · 11 min read

Continuous glucose monitors are no longer just for diabetes care. Here’s what the best evidence says about cgm for nondiabetics, what the numbers can and cannot tell you, and how men can turn glucose data into better training, body composition, and long-term cardiometabolic health. “For most healthy men, a CGM is optional, not essential. The ...

The definitive guide to high protein fast food for men who lift

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

Dec 16, 2025 · 11 min read

Building muscle requires consistency, but modern life often demands convenience. Here is how to navigate the drive-thru to find high protein, low fat options that support hypertrophy without wrecking your metabolic health. “Your muscles don’t care if the protein comes from a Tupperware container or a drive-thru window, provided the amino acid profile is complete. ...