Category: Health & Fitness
How to strengthen your immune system naturally in 2026
Written by: Grace Gallagher
Overview Key Takeaways: Your immune system is your body’s built-in defense network, working nonstop to protect you from bacteria, viruses, and other harmful invaders. Your immune …
Cholesterol & testosterone: Is there a connection?
Written by: Lauren Panoff
This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Cholesterol is a key building block for testosterone. Through a process called steroidogenesis, cholesterol sets the …
Are meal-replacement bars actually healthy?
Written by: Vanessa Gibbs
This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Meal-replacement bars can be healthy if they’re high in protein and fiber and low …
The lab numbers doctors watch the closest (& you should, too)
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
The lab numbers doctors watch the closest (& you should, too) Your doctor orders blood work annually, reviews the results, and then declares everything looks fine. …
What is the average weight for men?
Written by: Vanessa Gibbs
This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. When it comes to achieving a healthy body weight, some men might look to what’s …
Are meal-replacement bars actually healthy?
Written by: Vanessa Gibbs
This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Meal-replacement bars can be healthy if they’re high in protein and fiber and low …
The top men’s health issues & how to catch them early
Written by: Erica Garza
This article was reviewed by Darragh O’Carroll, MD. Key Takeaways: Many men’s health issues are either entirely preventable or treatable when caught early. Staying on top …
Why “normal range” doesn’t always mean healthy on your lab results
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Why “normal range” doesn’t always mean healthy on your lab results Your doctor says everything looks fine, but you still feel terrible. The problem might not …
Does testosterone make you angry? Here’s what the science says
Written by: Erica Garza
This article was reviewed by Darragh O’Carroll, MD. Key Takeaways: Testosterone’s reputation for causing anger and aggression is overstated — the science shows a more complex …
Men’s preventive health guide: How to protect yourself in 2026
Written by: Lauren Panoff
This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Preventive health focuses on lowering your risk of disease and catching problems early before they become …
How weight loss and diet changes show up in lab results
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
How weight loss and diet changes show up in lab results Weight loss creates measurable improvements in lab work that doctors track regularly throughout your journey. …
Is honey good for weight loss?
Written by: Vanessa Gibbs
This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA Drizzled over fruit and yogurt, blended into smoothies, or baked into breakfast muffins, honey makes …
Vitamin B12 shots for weight loss: do they work?
Written by: Vanessa Gibbs
This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: There’s not much research on B12 shots for weight loss. People with obesity tend …
Ozempic & testosterone: Is there a link?
Written by: Daniel Yetman
This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Ozempic may help improve testosterone levels in people with overweight or obesity by helping …
How to get viagra safely (& legally)
Written by: Geoffrey C. Whittaker
To help control misuse, Viagra and other FDA-approved ED medications are only available in the United States with a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider. The process …
Endocrine disorders: What they are & why they happen
Written by: Laura Adams
Reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Hormones control essential processes like growth, metabolism, mood, and reproduction, but when their balance is disrupted, it can lead …
How long does tirzepatide for weight loss stay in your system?
Written by: Vanessa Gibbs
Reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Tirzepatide can stay in your system for about 30 days. You can’t flush tirzepatide out of your …
Beyond the plateau: How to lose those last 10 pounds
Written by: Lauren Panoff
How to Lose the Last 10 Pounds Key Takeaways: Hitting a plateau is normal as your body adapts to weight loss, but it can make losing …
Can creatine help if you’re in perimenopause?
Written by: Jill Seladi-Schulman, PhD
Key Takeaways: Creatine supplements are used to boost athletic performance and may have benefits for women in perimenopause. Potential benefits of creatine for perimenopause include boosting …
How to inject semaglutide for weight loss: A step-by-step guide
Written by: Hadley Mendelsohn
How to Inject Semaglutide This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, is a glucagon-like …
