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Healthy carbonated drinks: The science behind the switch for men

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 13, 2026 · 10 min read

Switching from sugar-sweetened soda to low- or no-sugar functional carbonated drinks can reduce added-sugar intake and is associated with lower risk of calorie surplus, adiposity, and insulin resistance. Some options also add prebiotic fibers like inulin that may support beneficial gut bacteria such as Bifidobacteria. “Healthy” on the can is not a guarantee. Here is ...

Should i lose weight before building muscle? A doctor’s guide for men who want results

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 11, 2026 · 13 min read

It depends on your goal and how much weight you need to lose, but most men do best by prioritizing fat loss while protecting or building muscle. If you have obesity, weight loss usually comes first for health and longevity, then you push harder on muscle gain once training feels better and safer. “The biggest ...

Can gut health help you lose weight? What men should know about the microbiome

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 09, 2026 · 11 min read

Improving gut health can support weight loss by strengthening appetite control, lowering inflammation, and improving metabolism, but it cannot replace a calorie controlled diet and consistent training. The upside is that a few evidence based moves can make your existing weight loss plan work better. “When a guy tells me he is doing the workouts ...

Does lifting weights burn fat? The science-backed answer for men who want visible results

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

Jan 05, 2026 · 10 min read

Lifting weights can support fat loss by building and preserving muscle, which helps maintain a higher resting metabolic rate and improves body composition over weeks and months. Here’s how to set up your training and tracking so the mirror changes even when your workout isn’t “burning fat” in the moment. “If you’re asking ‘does lifting ...

Body recomposition for men: How to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time

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

Jan 02, 2026 · 11 min read

Body recomposition is a training and nutrition approach that reduces fat mass while increasing muscle mass. If you do it right, your waist can shrink and your strength can climb even when the scale barely moves. “The men who succeed with body recomposition stop chasing a single number on the scale. They measure strength, waist, ...