Cardiovascular health

Articles on improving heart and vascular function through training, nutrition, recovery, and lifestyle habits that support blood pressure, cholesterol, and endurance. It matters for men’s performance, longevity, and risk reduction—especially when optimizing body composition and managing hormones like testosterone.

Do runners live longer? The science behind mileage and mortality

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Dec 03, 2025 · 15 min read

In long-term studies, running as little as 5–10 minutes a day at an easy pace is linked to roughly a 3-year longer lifespan and about a 27% lower risk of all-cause mortality versus not running. The sweet spot for longevity appears to be moderate weekly volume (around 2–3 hours), not marathon-level mileage—here’s how it works ...

Celsius caffeine vs Red Bull: Which energy drink is really better for your body?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 23, 2025 · 14 min read

Celsius and Red Bull promise quick energy, but their caffeine, sugar, and stimulant blends hit a man’s heart, metabolism, and hormones in very different ways. Here is how to choose the lesser risk — or skip both when you should. “When men ask me about Celsius caffeine vs Red Bull, I tell them to think ...