Insulin resistance

Insulin resistance is when your cells respond poorly to insulin, making it harder to control blood sugar and often driving higher insulin levels, belly fat, and low energy. This tag covers how it affects men's hormones, body composition, and performance, plus practical strategies to improve insulin sensitivity through training, nutrition, sleep, and targeted supplements.

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What is sex hormone binding globulin? How SHBG levels shape testosterone in men

What is sex hormone binding globulin? How SHBG levels shape testosterone in men

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 09, 2025 · 14 min read

Sex hormone binding globulin is a liver made protein that binds testosterone and other sex hormones, and SHBG levels help predict how much testosterone is actually available to your tissues. If you have low testosterone symptoms but “normal” total testosterone, SHBG is often the missing piece that explains why you still feel off. “Most guys ...

Metformin without prescribed is risky. Here is how Veedma helps men do it the right way

Metformin without prescribed is risky. Here is how Veedma helps men do it the right way

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 08, 2025 · 12 min read

Taking metformin without a prescription is risky. Here’s how to do it safely with clinician supervision. You cannot safely take metformin without a prescription because metformin is not sold over the counter and it can cause side effects, drug interactions, and problems in men with certain medical conditions. If you are looking at metformin for ...

Testosterone killing foods: What actually lowers T in men and what to eat instead

Testosterone killing foods: What actually lowers T in men and what to eat instead

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 03, 2025 · 17 min read

“Testosterone killing foods” are foods that, when eaten often as part of an ultra processed Western style diet, are linked to lower testosterone in men through inflammation, insulin disruption, and weight gain. The good news is that you do not need a perfect diet. You need a few high impact swaps and the right lab ...

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