Autophagy

Explore the body's natural cellular recycling process, how it promotes longevity, and strategies like fasting and exercise that can activate autophagy to support recovery, metabolic health, and long-term performance in men.

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Blueprint stack for heart and endothelium: What research says

Blueprint stack for heart and endothelium: What research says

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 30, 2026 · 12 min read

For men, the Blueprint Stack can help simplify a protein-forward, Mediterranean-leaning breakfast routine that may improve cardiometabolic markers. But the branded supplement bundle itself has limited direct evidence and can add cost and interaction risk. This blueprint stack review breaks down what’s actually in the stack as described, what the research says about the major ...

The mitochondrial theory of aging: Why your cells lose power and how to fix it

The mitochondrial theory of aging: Why your cells lose power and how to fix it

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 13, 2026 · 12 min read

Between ages 30 and 70, mitochondrial function in skeletal muscle can drop by 25 to 30%, lowering ATP production and slowing repair, fat metabolism, and hormone output. Many researchers consider these changes a core driver of aging. The good news is that mitochondria can respond to the right signals, and this guide shows how to ...

Can you chew gum while fasting? What it means for intermittent fasting, keto, and autophagy

Can you chew gum while fasting? What it means for intermittent fasting, keto, and autophagy

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 08, 2026 · 10 min read

Chewing one piece of sugar-free gum is unlikely to break a weight-loss-focused intermittent fasting plan, but it could interfere with a stricter fast aimed at maximizing autophagy. Your best choice depends on your goal, your gum’s calories, and how much you chew. “Most men do fine with one piece of sugar free gum during a ...

Foods that kill zombie cells: The longevity plate for men who want to age better

Foods that kill zombie cells: The longevity plate for men who want to age better

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 25, 2025 · 10 min read

Foods that kill zombie cells are not a single magic ingredient, but a pattern of whole foods rich in senolytic and senomorphic compounds that may help your body manage senescent cells. The science is promising, yet most “zombie cell” research uses high dose isolates, so your best move is to build an evidence based longevity ...

Can you drink coffee while fasting? What black coffee really does to a fast

Can you drink coffee while fasting? What black coffee really does to a fast

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Nov 30, 2025 · 10 min read

Black coffee does not break a metabolic fast for most men because an 8 ounce cup has about 3 calories and is unlikely to trigger a meaningful insulin response. The real risk comes from what you add to it, plus how caffeine affects hunger, blood sugar, cortisol, and your gut when your stomach is empty. ...

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