Appetite control

Strategies to manage hunger and cravings to support fat loss, muscle gain, and consistent nutrition habits. Covers training, sleep, stress, protein and fiber intake, and evidence-based supplements that can help men stay in a calorie deficit without sacrificing performance.

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Do weight loss supplements work for men? Separating the science from the scam

Do weight loss supplements work for men? Separating the science from the scam

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Feb 10, 2026 · 10 min read

The best weight loss supplements for men are the ones with human evidence, modest expectations, and a clear mechanism — and green tea extract is one of the few that consistently shows a signal in research. This guide breaks down what “works” really means, how to use supplements safely, and what numbers to track so ...

Gut health and weight loss: The science behind why some men struggle to lean out

Gut health and weight loss: The science behind why some men struggle to lean out

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 09, 2026 · 10 min read

Lower gut microbiome diversity and certain microbiota patterns (including a higher Firmicutes-to-Bacteroidetes ratio in some studies) are associated with increased “energy harvest” from food and altered metabolite-driven appetite and metabolic signaling, which can make fat loss harder even when calories are similar. Here’s how the gut–metabolism connection shows up in real life and what to ...

Can you chew gum while fasting? What it means for ketosis and autophagy

Can you chew gum while fasting? What it means for ketosis and autophagy

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 08, 2026 · 9 min read

Sugar-free gum is usually compatible with a ketosis-focused fast because one piece is typically a negligible caloric input (often kept under ~30 calories total during the fasting window), but any calorie- or sugar-containing gum can blunt a stricter fast aimed at autophagy, where the safest approach is staying truly calorie-free. The key is how many ...

Mediterranean diet snacks to optimize testosterone and heart health in men

Mediterranean diet snacks to optimize testosterone and heart health in men

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 07, 2026 · 9 min read

Mediterranean-style snacks built around monounsaturated fats, polyphenols, and protein (such as walnuts, olives, and plain Greek yogurt) can support testosterone and heart health in men by preventing sharp post-snack glucose/insulin spikes and lowering chronic inflammation that suppresses testosterone production and damages endothelial function. Here’s how to use between-meal “fuel” to keep energy steady while protecting ...

Healthy Subway options for men: How to find low fat fast food that doesn’t wreck your numbers

Healthy Subway options for men: How to find low fat fast food that doesn’t wreck your numbers

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 25, 2025 · 12 min read

Healthy fast‑food choices at Subway come down to a repeatable formula: keep saturated fat low (because it drives LDL cholesterol upward) while pushing protein and fiber high to blunt “passive overeating” from ultra‑processed meals. Here’s how to upgrade your “default order” in minutes—lean proteins, high‑volume veggies, smarter sauces, and drink swaps that support better blood ...

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