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Are perfect bars healthy or just clever marketing?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 22, 2025 · 9 min read

Convenience foods promise protein and weight loss, but ingredients lists often hide sugar spikes and chemical sweeteners. An endocrinologist breaks down the metabolic impact of today’s most popular fitness snacks. “We often see patients adhering to strict workout regimens but stalling in their metabolic health goals because their ‘recovery fuel’ is essentially dessert in disguise. ...

Why do energy drinks make me tired instead of energized?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 21, 2025 · 13 min read

Energy drinks promise quick focus and stamina, yet many people feel strangely sleepy or wiped out once the buzz fades. Here is what the science says about caffeine, sugar, sleep, and stress hormones — and how to get real energy without crashing. “When patients ask me ‘why do energy drinks make me tired,’ we walk ...

The truth about energy drinks without sucralose: what to know before you crack a can

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 20, 2025 · 13 min read

Energy drinks without sucralose sound cleaner and safer, but the real health impact depends on what manufacturers use instead and how much you drink. Here is how to decode the labels and choose options that support energy, hormones, and long-term health. “When patients ask me about energy drinks without sucralose, I remind them that removing ...