Episode 8: Celsius caffeine vs Red Bull: Which has more?
February 24, 2026 · 9:55
Celsius has more caffeine and less sugar than Red Bull; choose based on sleep, blood pressure, and metabolic risk.
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Mediterranean diet snacks to optimize testosterone and heart health in men
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 07, 2026 · 10 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 reducing sharp post-snack glucose and insulin spikes and lowering chronic inflammation that can suppress testosterone production and damage endothelial function. Here’s how to use between-meal “fuel” to keep energy ...
Does alcohol cause inflammation? What men need to know about the immune response
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Jan 04, 2026 · 11 min read
Alcohol causes systemic, dose-dependent inflammation by producing acetaldehyde and activating liver immune cells (Kupffer cells) to release pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6, while also weakening the gut barrier so bacterial toxins can enter the bloodstream. That immune “alarm” can keep firing long after the buzz fades. It can affect blood vessels, testosterone production, ...
Sauna before or after your workout? A science-based timing guide for men
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Dec 22, 2025 · 13 min read
Sauna is generally best after your workout for performance and recovery. For most men, pre-workout heat stress increases core temperature and heart rate (via vasodilation), which can sap energy and reduce peak performance. Here’s how to time sauna for recovery and cardiovascular benefits. This includes when a short pre-session makes sense, and how long to ...
The anabolic crunch: Are protein chips a viable tool for male metabolic health?
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Dec 13, 2025 · 11 min read
Protein chips can be a viable tool for male metabolic health when used as an occasional swap for traditional chips, because their higher protein and lower rapidly digesting carb load tends to increase satiety and better supports muscle repair than starch-heavy snacks. The trade-off is that most are ultra-processed and often high in sodium and ...
How to lower hematocrit on trt safely and effectively
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 11, 2025 · 11 min read
The safest way to lower hematocrit on TRT is to reduce testosterone peaks by lowering the dose and/or switching from infrequent injections to more frequent micro-dosing or a steadier transdermal method, because testosterone increases red blood cell production through kidney-driven erythropoietin (EPO) signaling. Since elevated hematocrit affects roughly 5% to 66% of men on therapy, ...