Browse all 22 articles from The Mas Clinic blog
Bill C-22's metadata mandate, US-hosted health records under the CLOUD Act, a pending Canada-US surveillance pact, insurer pharmacy-data screening, and hospital ad-tech. The infrastructure for future discrimination against Canadian patients is being built right now.
A 2021 University of Vienna study gave 88 men testosterone or placebo and pitted them against a rigged, unbeatable opponent. The testosterone group persisted twice as long, and they did it while knowing full well they were losing. First causal proof that the hormone drives competitive persistence.
A 2022 Cell Reports study proved gut bacteria control social dominance. Artificial sweeteners kill those exact bacteria. The science on what that means for your edge.
A landmark UCLA study published in PNAS reveals that calcium oxalate kidney stones contain live bacterial biofilms entombed within their mineral layers, overturning decades of medical understanding and opening new treatment frontiers.
A 40-year study proves men start moving less, long before heart disease hits. Slow slide few men see coming, and what it really takes to fight it.
The 2025 ACC Scientific Statement reveals chronic inflammation as the missing link in heart disease prevention. Learn why hsCRP testing and anti-inflammatory strategies are now essential for cardiovascular health.
New research reveals why BMI misleads men about health risks. Learn how obesity affects male fertility, muscle mass, and cancer risk, plus what works.
Discover why visceral fat is the single greatest threat to mens health. Learn how this invisible inflammatory organ sabotages testosterone, causes chronic disease, and the proven strategies to eliminate it.
Understanding why testosterone replacement therapy has become critical in modern times. Environmental factors, lifestyle changes, and health implications for men today.
Detailed analysis of how soy consumption affects male hormones, testosterone levels, and overall health. Evidence-based guide to soy impact on men.
Alarming research reveals global sperm count decline exceeding 50%. Analysis of causes, implications for male fertility, and the role of testosterone in reproductive health.
Research shows TRT can significantly improve depression symptoms in men with low testosterone. Learn how hormone optimization affects mood, energy, and mental health.
Scientific research reveals strong connection between low testosterone and Alzheimer disease risk. Learn how hormone optimization may protect brain health and cognitive function.
How testosterone reference ranges have been systematically lowered over decades, affecting diagnosis and treatment of low T. Understanding the manipulation of normal values.
Understanding your autonomy in TRT decisions. Why testosterone replacement therapy should be a personal choice based on your health goals and quality of life priorities.
Discover 5 evidence-based methods to naturally boost testosterone levels before considering TRT. Practical tips for men near low T ranges to achieve optimal hormone levels.
Comprehensive guide to TRT benefits including improved energy, muscle mass, mood, libido, and cognitive function. Evidence-based analysis of testosterone therapy advantages.
Revolutionary research on growing Leydig cells for testosterone production. Future of hormone therapy through cellular regeneration and tissue engineering advances.
Understanding the bidirectional relationship between obesity and low testosterone. How excess weight affects hormone production and how TRT can help break the cycle.
Comprehensive guide to low testosterone causes including age, lifestyle factors, medical conditions, and environmental influences. Understanding the root causes of hormone decline.
How TRT can effectively treat sexual dysfunction and erectile dysfunction in men with low testosterone. Evidence-based approach to restoring sexual health through hormone optimization.
Learn how to manage and prevent the top 3 TRT side effects: hematocrit elevation, estrogen imbalance, and blood clots. Essential guide for men on testosterone replacement therapy.