Posts tagged testosterone replacement therapy

Does testosterone increase metabolism in men?

Does testosterone increase metabolism in men?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 09, 2025 · 11 min read

Many men hear that more testosterone means a faster metabolism and effortless fat loss. In reality, testosterone can nudge metabolism in the right direction for men with true deficiency, but the payoff depends heavily on muscle, movement, diet, and sleep. “In my clinic, testosterone is never a magic metabolism hack. In men who are genuinely ...

Semaglutide and testosterone: The science of combining therapies for men

Semaglutide and testosterone: The science of combining therapies for men

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 08, 2025 · 10 min read

For men fighting the double burden of obesity and low testosterone, standard diet advice often fails. New research suggests that combining metabolic support with hormone optimization creates a synergy that protects muscle while burning fat. “Men often view their weight and their hormones as two separate problems to solve. In reality, they are deeply interconnected. ...

TRT before and after: What the clinical data actually promises for your body

TRT before and after: What the clinical data actually promises for your body

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 04, 2025 · 13 min read

Dramatic “before and after TRT” photos are everywhere online. The real question is what changes testosterone therapy can safely deliver for men in the gym, the bedroom, and everyday life—and what it cannot. “The most powerful ‘before and after TRT’ story is not a six-pack picture. It is a tired, frustrated man who can finally ...

How long does it take for testosterone to work? A clinical timeline for results

How long does it take for testosterone to work? A clinical timeline for results

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Nov 29, 2025 · 13 min read

Testosterone therapy can lift libido, energy, and strength — but not overnight. Here is a realistic, evidence-based timeline for when men actually start to feel the benefits. “The most common question I hear is, ‘How long does it take for testosterone to work?’ The honest answer is that some changes show up in a few ...

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for men: science, safety, and real-world results

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for men: science, safety, and real-world results

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Nov 28, 2025 · 14 min read

“Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for men” sounds high-tech and natural at the same time, but most modern testosterone therapy is already bioidentical. The real difference lies in who needs it, how it is used, and how closely it is monitored. “For most men, the key question is not ‘Is this testosterone bioidentical?’ but ‘Do I ...

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