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Does masturbating lower testosterone? The science behind the myths

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

Dec 12, 2025 · 9 min read

For years, gym lore and online forums have claimed that ejaculation kills your gains. Here is what clinical research actually says about self-pleasure, hormone baselines, and your long-term health. “The body is not a battery that runs out of charge when you use it. Ejaculation does not drain your testosterone reserves. While there are momentary ...

Creatine weight gain: what’s normal, what’s not, and how to stay in control

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

Dec 11, 2025 · 10 min read

Creatine can move the scale, especially early on. Here’s what the best studies show about creatine weight gain in men, why it happens, what it means for performance and body composition, and how to use creatine without getting blindsided by your weigh-ins. “Most guys panic when the scale jumps after starting creatine. In most cases, ...

What happens if we release sperm daily? What science says about testosterone, muscle, and men’s health

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

Dec 11, 2025 · 13 min read

Wondering what happens if we release sperm daily? For most healthy men, frequent ejaculation is safe and does not drain testosterone, kill muscle gains, or wreck long-term health — but there are a few important exceptions you should know about. “For the average healthy man, ejaculating every day is more of a lifestyle choice than ...

How to lower hematocrit on trt safely and effectively

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

Dec 11, 2025 · 10 min read

Testosterone therapy can optimize your life, but it often comes with a hidden cost: thicker blood. Here is the science behind high red blood cell counts and the specific steps you can take to manage it without sacrificing your progress. “We often see men panic when their hematocrit climbs, fearing they must stop therapy immediately. ...

How body fat speeds up aging in men: the science of metabolism and longevity

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 10, 2025 · 14 min read

Extra belly fat in men is not just stored energy. It is a hormone factory and immune organ that can speed up aging, damage metabolism, and cut into your healthy years. The good news: targeted fat loss is one of the most proven tools we have for longevity. “For men, losing excess visceral fat is ...