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Testosterone Troubles: Why Your Hormones Are Playing Hide and Seek

Testosterone Troubles: Why Your Hormones Are Playing Hide and Seek

A Rude Awakening A few years ago, I had some extensive blood tests done to check for any abnormalities that had gone undetected so far. When it came to my testosterone levels, I was in for a rude awakening. My levels were really low, which might have explained the...
Taming the Beast: How Middle-Aged Men Can Control High Blood Pressure

Taming the Beast: How Middle-Aged Men Can Control High Blood Pressure

It simply sneaks up on you. I was certainly surprised when my GP took my blood pressure, and it was at rather unhealthy high levels. Now, that was more than ten years ago when I still drank, and my levels of stress were unmanageably high. He counselled me on lifestyle...
The Power of Forgiveness: Ten Reasons to Forgive a Spouse Who Has Betrayed You

The Power of Forgiveness: Ten Reasons to Forgive a Spouse Who Has Betrayed You

At 57, I’ve learned a lot about life and relationships. One thing has become clear through the highs and lows: life is too short to hold onto grudges. Betrayal by a spouse, regardless of what it is, cuts deep, but forgiveness is a powerful tool that can bring...
How to stop and reverse ageing – the mTor pathway

How to stop and reverse ageing – the mTor pathway

Imagine a tiny switch inside your body that decides when your cells should grow, divide, and use energy. This switch is called mTOR, short for mechanistic Target of Rapamycin. It plays a crucial role in how our cells function, and understanding it can help us manage...