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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

In men, excess visceral (deep belly) fat speeds up aging by acting as an inflammatory endocrine organ that releases cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6, driving chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and faster atherosclerosis. Losing just 5–10% of body weight in midlife can measurably improve blood sugar, blood pressure, and inflammatory markers—making fat loss one of ...

Does testosterone increase metabolism in men?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 09, 2025 · 12 min read

In men with confirmed testosterone deficiency, testosterone replacement can modestly increase metabolic rate over 6–12 months, largely by adding lean muscle (which raises basal metabolic rate) and reducing visceral fat. The biggest payoff shows up when strength training, protein intake, and sleep are dialed in—and men with normal levels usually see little metabolic benefit while ...

Semaglutide and testosterone: The science of combining therapies for men

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

Dec 08, 2025 · 10 min read

In men with obesity (BMI over 30) and low testosterone, combining semaglutide with testosterone therapy can promote fat loss while helping preserve lean muscle by reducing adipose-driven aromatase conversion of testosterone to estradiol and supporting anabolic metabolism. Instead of treating weight and hormones as separate problems, this paired approach targets the feedback loop where visceral ...

The science of food noise and how to turn down the volume

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist

Dec 03, 2025 · 16 min read

If your brain never shuts up about food, it is not a character flaw. It is a brain–body signal problem that you can dial down with the right mix of habits, hormones and, when needed, medication. “When a man tells me he wakes up thinking about food and goes to bed planning his next snack, ...

Is your diet sabotaging your hormones? The science of testosterone killing foods

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 03, 2025 · 16 min read

Testosterone typically declines about 1% per year after age 35, but a “Western” diet high in ultra-processed fried foods, sugar-sweetened drinks, and refined grains is linked to even lower levels by driving chronic inflammation, belly fat, and insulin resistance. Here’s what the research says to limit, what to watch for, and how to build meals ...