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Things worth knowing — before, during, after.

Short, plain-language guides on GLP-1 therapy and metabolic health, written and reviewed by ZIVOLABS doctors. No clickbait. No miracle promises.

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Men's health· 4 min

Cardiovascular risk in Indian men

Indian men have one of the highest CV disease rates in the world. The risk factors and what to do.

11 Jun 2026

Men's health· 4 min

Mid-life metabolic changes in Indian men

The 35–50 window is where metabolism quietly shifts. Knowing what's happening helps you act.

10 Jun 2026

Men's health· 3 min

Beer belly biology — why men store fat abdominally

It's not just about beer. The visceral fat pattern men accumulate has a specific biology — and specific health consequences.

9 Jun 2026

Men's health· 3 min

Erectile function and weight loss

Erectile dysfunction has a strong metabolic component. Weight loss often resolves it.

8 Jun 2026

Men's health· 4 min

Testosterone and weight in men

Abdominal obesity lowers testosterone. Weight loss reverses much of the drop.

7 Jun 2026

Men's health· 5 min

Can I take a GLP-1 if I work out intensely or do bodybuilding?

Yes, but match your fuelling to your training — reduced appetite can leave you under-eating protein and carbs. With enough intake you can cut fat while protecting muscle.

17 Feb 2026

Men's health· 5 min

Will a GLP-1 affect my gym performance?

Energy may dip early as intake falls, then stabilises. Eat enough protein and carbs around training and you can maintain strength and even build muscle.

14 Jan 2026

Men's health· 5 min

Does GLP-1 affect male fertility or sperm?

There's no strong evidence of harm to sperm, and weight loss generally improves male fertility markers. Discuss timing with your doctor if you're actively trying to conceive.

11 Dec 2024

Men's health· 5 min

Does GLP-1 help with a beer belly / visceral fat?

Yes — visceral (belly) fat often responds fastest to GLP-1, so waist size frequently drops quicker than the scale. That's the fat that most affects health.

10 Dec 2024

Men's health· 5 min

Can I build muscle while on a GLP-1?

Yes — with enough protein and resistance training you can preserve and even build muscle while losing fat, though aggressive calorie deficits make gaining harder.

9 Dec 2024

Men's health· 5 min

Does GLP-1 raise testosterone in men?

Indirectly, yes — abdominal fat lowers testosterone, so losing it often raises levels, improving energy, libido and mood. Significant loss can add 50–100 ng/dL.

8 Dec 2024

Men's health· 5 min