Dietary guidelines for Americans

A look at the official Dietary Guidelines for Americans and how they apply to men focused on optimizing health, body composition, and performance. Understand where federal nutrition recommendations align with or fall short of evidence-based strategies for active men.

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Testosterone and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: What men should actually do

Testosterone and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: What men should actually do

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Jan 21, 2026 · 12 min read

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) do not provide testosterone targets. Men can use the DGA to support a healthy body weight and cardiometabolic health, which can indirectly support testosterone, and should seek medical evaluation for persistent symptoms or repeatedly low morning labs. Here’s what diet can improve, what it can’t, and how to act ...

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