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Nature Made vs Centrum Men 50+: What science shows

Nature Made vs Centrum Men 50+: What science shows

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 08, 2025 · 14 min read

For most men over 50, the best multivitamin is a “50+” formula that omits iron and emphasizes vitamin D and B12 (which can absorb less efficiently as stomach acid declines) plus magnesium, calcium, and zinc for bone, muscle, and immune support. Here’s how to compare labels like Nature Made Men’s Multivitamin 50+ and Centrum Men ...

Masturbation MET value and BMR: What research says

Masturbation MET value and BMR: What research says

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 13 min read

Most men burn roughly 15–40 kilocalories during a 10–15 minute masturbation session (about 2–3 METs, closer to slow walking than a workout), and it does not meaningfully increase basal metabolic rate BMR. That small burn can still affect stress and sleep, so here’s what the research shows and how to think about it in a ...

Men’s biomarker reports: What BMI ‘normal’ band means

Men’s biomarker reports: What BMI ‘normal’ band means

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 13 min read

Wearables, lab panels, and health apps are turning midlife checkups into data streams. Here is how smarter report optimization in men can turn those numbers into better energy, libido, and long-term health. “Most men now have more health data than their doctors had 20 years ago. The real win is not more testing, but turning ...

How long does a honey pack stay in your system? The risks

How long does a honey pack stay in your system? The risks

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 06, 2025 · 14 min read

“Honey pack” sexual-enhancement sachets are supplement products that often contain undeclared PDE5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil or tadalafil), creating Viagra/Cialis-like blood-vessel relaxation and erection effects that can last roughly 4–36 hours. Because the dose is unknown, they can cause dangerous blood-pressure drops—especially in men with heart disease or anyone taking nitrates or other interacting medications—so ...

FDA peptide regulations: What’s actually legal today

FDA peptide regulations: What’s actually legal today

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 03, 2025 · 9 min read

Peptides are legal in the U.S. only when they’re FDA‑approved drugs or can be compounded under Section 503A—however, the FDA’s “Category 2” list now includes 17 peptides (including BPC‑157) that pharmacies can no longer legally compound for human use. If you’re searching “FDA peptide regulation news today,” this Category 2 shift is the headline change ...

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