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GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may do more than help men lose weight. Emerging research suggests that medications in this class may also increase testosterone levels in some men with obesity and metabolic hypogonadism. But does semaglutide actually boost testosterone — and could drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy eventually have a role in men’s hormonal health? […]

Do you feel like not doing anything anymore? Things you once enjoyed or used to feel motivated to get done now seem boring or like a chore. Even getting started can feel harder than it used to. If that sounds familiar, it may not simply be a matter of being lazy or having an “off” […]

Ever snapped at someone and wondered, “What’s got into me?” Maybe you have even asked yourself, “Why am I so irritable lately?” If so, you are not alone. Traditionally, mood swings are dismissed as a “women’s thing,” but in reality men experience them too. Science tells us guys go through emotional ups and downs just like anyone […]

Brain fog, also known as mental fog, is a general term for a range of cognitive impairment symptoms, such as forgetfulness and slower thinking. Nearly all men experience mental muddiness at some point in their lives due to lifestyle factors, including poor sleep and excessive screen time. However, some health problems like hormonal imbalance, diabetes, […]

Are you working out regularly and eating what you think is enough protein but still not gaining muscles? Worry not, you are not alone. Many men train consistently but still see little or no muscle growth because of overlooking one or more key factors involved in building body muscles. Small mistakes in your training, diet, […]

Did you know that men are more prone to storing belly fat than women due to differences in their fat distribution patterns? And this tendency often increases with age due to hormonal changes, lifestyle factors, and metabolic shifts. Stubborn belly fat, especially the visceral fat, can actively harm your health in many ways. It increases […]

Low libido is a common problem that affects 1 in 5 men at some point in their lives. It can happen due to multiple reasons, such as stress, anxiety, erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, and drug use. If your interest in sex has noticeably declined for weeks or months, do not ignore it. A persistent low […]

The US Military Is Looking at Testosterone Screening. Should the UK Be Paying Attention? If one of the world’s largest and most capable military organisations believes testosterone is important enough to monitor, perhaps it’s time we started talking more openly about it here in the UK. Recent reports suggest that US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth […]

Constant fatigue has become such a common complaint that healthcare professionals have given it a name: TATT, short for “Tired All The Time.” Most men feel tired from time to time. But if you are exhausted 24/7, your body may be trying to tell you something. Persistent tiredness can stem from lifestyle factors, nutritional deficiencies, […]

Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) is a transport protein that binds to sex hormones, particularly testosterone, and allows them to circulate safely in the bloodstream. Testosterone that’s attached to SHBG is called bound/unavailable testosterone, while testosterone that’s not attached to SHBG is called free or biologically active testosterone. Because only free testosterone can enter cells and […]

Testosterone Deficiency (TD), formerly known as hypogonadism, affects approximately 8-12% of men aged 40–69 in the UK [1]. Despite its prevalence, the “patient journey” to treatment is often fraught with outdated diagnostic thresholds and significant regional variance in NHS care. When Do You Actually Need TRT? Under the 2023 BSSM Guidelines, diagnosis is not based […]

Lack of motivation is something we all, including high-performing individuals, deal with at some point in our lives. But if this feeling persists and you consistently feel drained, it’s a sign that something deeper may be going on. Sometimes, low motivation simply comes from stress, burnout, poor sleep and situations like a breakup or job […]