Though people often associate testosterone with men, it’s essential for women as well. Unfortunately, a significant portion of the population lives with low testosterone, which leads to numerous health problems. In men, it seems to even increase the risk of a severe case of COVID-19. What does testosterone do, and … Keep reading…
Throughout the p(l)andemic, men have consistently fared worse than women. They’ve ended up in the hospital more often, and have died more frequently. Until recently, many “experts” believed the difference between the sexes came from women’s higher estrogen levels and men’s higher testosterone levels. Recent research debunks that idea. In … Keep reading…
Weight training is the most important type of exercise for fat loss, overall health, and mental and physical strength and resilience. No, that’s not a typo. Weight training is more important than cardio, even for getting and staying lean. Unfortunately, through public health propaganda, we’ve been led to believe that … Keep reading…
As a male in my 40s, I’m part of a group that faces some common physical and mental health challenges, such as receding hairlines, bicep tendon tears, and erectile dysfunction (ED). Though many guys seem to think ED is just an issue related to low testosterone, the causes of erectile … Keep reading…
Like all hormones, cortisol plays a crucial role in your mental and physical health. Unfortunately, today’s lifestyles lead to severe imbalances in cortisol rhythms, which contribute to body fat gain, cognitive dysfunction, muscle loss, and much more. Many health and fitness experts vilify cortisol. Some ignore its effects on your … Keep reading…
Like pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements rarely cause only one effect on your physiology. Sometimes, supplements offer numerous health benefits and few, if any, side effects. On the other hand, some supplements provide benefits for certain people while also causing undesirable side effects. Such is the case with many anti-androgen supplements. You … Keep reading…
Can you lose weight without doing cardio? Should you even do cardio as part of a weight loss program? If you asked the average person how to lose weight, they’d tell you, “eat fewer calories and do lots of cardio.” Heck, if you asked the average, inexperienced personal trainer, he … Keep reading…
Do you eat like a bird and still gain weight? Feel depressed and exhausted even though you eat well and sleep enough? Do you have high cholesterol? It might be low thyroid, also known as hypothyroidism. Low thyroid affects one in seven people, five to eight times as many women … Keep reading…
Over the past decade, research has shown what the Finns and other Scandinavians have known for millennia. The sauna is good for you! I’ve outlined seven reasons you should sauna, and described how to sauna to get the most health benefit. I also included some of the most common questions … Keep reading…
What are the best sleep hacks? What’s the difference between deep sleep and REM? Which supplements support better sleep? These are just a few of the common questions people ask about sleep. In this blog post, I’ll do my best to provide you the answers to these questions and many … Keep reading…
When it comes to hormones, testosterone, thyroid, and insulin get most of the attention. Yet growth hormone, also known as somatotropin, also plays an essential role in your long-term health, athletic performance, and longevity. It affects the health of your body as well as your brain. I’ll explain what growth … Keep reading…
Low libido, difficulty building muscle, depression, and increased body fat. These are the four most common symptoms of low testosterone people ask me about. If you have low testosterone, you’re not alone. A 2006 study found 39% of U.S. men, age 45 and older, were testosterone-deficient. I’m confident the percentage … Keep reading…