Exclusive | Men are injecting unregulated ‘Barbie peptides’ for a quicker, darker tan — despite the side effects

Hunter Neely wanted to be tan in the winter. He’d tried hitting tanning beds occasionally, but he’d just burn. His goal was simple: “to be more attractive,” the 22-year-old told The Post. “A clean tan does that by enhancing eye color and teeth.” It also helps his skin tone by reducing redness, he added. Neely … Read more

Viagra could help stop cancer from spreading — here’s how: study

Viagra could help stop cancer from spreading — here’s how: study

The little blue pill that helps men rise to the occasion may do a lot more. Research continues to reveal unexpected health benefits of Viagra that extend beyond the bedroom. From reversing hearing loss to treating enlarged prostates and lowering the risk of heart disease, the erectile dysfunction drug may have another surprising use to … Read more

‘Gym penis’ is real, says nurse — why it happens and when to see a professional

‘Gym penis’ is real, says nurse — why it happens and when to see a professional

It’s the opposite of the “pump.” Summer’s in full swing, and men are looking for any way to get bigger, from a good long gym session to a below-the-belt enhancement. But unlike the increased blood flow gym-goers feel after lifting weights, “gym penis” may leave men with an unwanted post-gym surprise. Some men may experience … Read more

54% of men believe a dangerous testosterone myth — the troubling places they’re getting their info

54% of men believe a dangerous testosterone myth — the troubling places they’re getting their info

Testosterone is so hot right now. And many men believe boosting this hormone can make them hotter. That’s just one of the strange beliefs highlighted in a new Men’s Health survey of 2,200 men about how they feel about testosterone and where they’re learning about it. T as a balm for men is hard to … Read more

The 7 biggest health issues men are ignoring — including ‘one of the biggest threats’

The 7 biggest health issues men are ignoring — including ‘one of the biggest threats’

When it comes to medicine, not enough men are choosing to be safe rather than sorry. Dr. David Shusterman, a board-certified urologist and founder of UroLongevity and Modern Urologist, said there are a handful of health issues men regularly ignore — and they may pay for it down the line. “Ignoring symptoms is not toughness, … Read more

Men are taking shortcuts with a drug that ‘kills your sperm’ — and can cause acne and breast growth, warns doc

Men are taking shortcuts with a drug that ‘kills your sperm’ — and can cause acne and breast growth, warns doc

Millions of American men are on a drug to help with fertility, not knowing they may be “compromising” the very thing they’re trying to protect. That’s what Dr. Justin Dubin, MD, a urologist and director of men’s sexual health at Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, tells The Post. As many as 11 million men are on … Read more

Exclusive | Tony Hawk reveals the health trend he finds ‘more torturous than helpful’ — it makes him compete with his wife

Exclusive | Tony Hawk reveals the health trend he finds ‘more torturous than helpful’ — it makes him compete with his wife

Legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk is on top of his health at 58. He skates as much as he can, and depending on the season, he’s on the water surfing and on the slopes snowboarding. But tracking one aspect of his health is a hurdle for him. “I do track my sleep, but… OK. To be … Read more

Military to require testosterone screening — but do healthy men actually need it?

Military to require testosterone screening — but do healthy men actually need it?

US troops ages 30 and up will get tested for testosterone levels annually, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday. The new T check would be added to an existing annual physical for military members. Hegseth says by “addressing these health markers early, we’re keeping [troops] on the leading edge of lethality.” It’s true … Read more

Lenny Kravitz reveals how he maintains a six-pack — no, a 10-pack — at 62 with no peptides or testosterone

Lenny Kravitz reveals how he maintains a six-pack — no, a 10-pack — at 62 with no peptides or testosterone

Legendary rocker Lenny Kravitz is revealing the secrets to keeping up his equally legendary abs. While he’s always been in fantastic shape, he underwent a kind of fitness “Lenaissance” later in life, Men’s Health writes in a cover story about the the “Are You Gonna Go My Way” singer. It happened before Kravitz turned 50 … Read more

The surprising health benefit of being bald

The surprising health benefit of being bald

Less hair, less healthcare? Around 25% of men with male pattern baldness notice hair loss by the age of 30, with the number jumping to two-thirds of American men losing hair by 35. For some, going the way of The Rock, Jason Statham and Stanley Tucci can be tough (thought it shouldn’t be — would … Read more

Doctor shares the ‘most troubling trend’ in men’s health — and why biohacking is to blame

Doctor shares the ‘most troubling trend’ in men’s health — and why biohacking is to blame

Doctor’s orders: When it comes to longevity, DIY is a don’t. Peptides, GLP-1s and hormones have all become buzzy topics in the health and wellness world, with fans raving about personal transformations and biohacking wins. But just because you can buy something easily online doesn’t mean you should. In fact, doctors find the do-it-yourself mentality … Read more

Common daily food may slow biological aging in men: study

Common daily food may slow biological aging in men: study

A simple lifestyle adjustment could potentially slow down the body’s biological aging process, according to new research. The study, published in the journal Aging, investigated how a diet change and easy exercise regimen affected men between the ages of 50 and 74 over a three-month period. Researchers designed a clinical trial involving 48 overweight men in … Read more

I’m a doctor — the 4 symptoms I wish men would stop hiding

I’m a doctor — the 4 symptoms I wish men would stop hiding

Man up and start sharing these symptoms with your doctor, guys. Between 2015 and 2022, men were more likely to be diagnosed with 16 different late-stage cancers than women, according to a new study published last week — with the biggest discrepancies for salivary gland cancer, oropharyngeal cancer, thyroid cancer and stomach cancer. One of the … Read more

Yankees legend reveals the tragic health lesson he learned from his ‘old school’ dad

Yankees legend reveals the tragic health lesson he learned from his ‘old school’ dad

Former New York Yankees star Bernie Williams was at the height of his career, winning World Series Championships in 1996, 1998 and 1999. But behind the glory, he carried a heavy burden: his dying father. “My dad was our superhero. He was the guy that taught me how to play baseball, he taught me how … Read more

Conan O’Brien reveals overlooked male menopause change that surprised him

Conan O’Brien reveals overlooked male menopause change that surprised him

With age comes wisdom — and hormonal changes. Conan O’Brien found that out after an unexpected exchange revealed a surprising reason behind a shift he’d noticed in himself. Andropause — often dubbed “male menopause” or “manopause” — describes the age-related decline in testosterone levels that many men experience later in life. Unlike the drastic hormonal drop women … Read more

3 symptoms men blame on low testosterone — but could be other serious health issues

3 symptoms men blame on low testosterone — but could be other serious health issues

More men than ever are on testosterone. But experts say boosting this sex hormone may not solve your woes. “Signs and symptoms of low testosterone are often very generalizable and can be due to something else, either in addition to or separately from having low testosterone,” Dr. Justin Dubin told The Post. Part of the … Read more

How some men could benefit from estrogen patches — yes, the ones women use in menopause

How some men could benefit from estrogen patches — yes, the ones women use in menopause

Pass the patch. The US is in the middle of an estrogen patch shortage, with menopausal women struggling to get ahold of hormone therapy to stave off their symptoms — and experts don’t think the problem’s likely to resolve any time soon. But a study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine found … Read more

‘Worlds smallest penis’ titleholder wants your money for enlargement surgery: ‘Daily frustration and embarrassment’

‘Worlds smallest penis’ titleholder wants your money for enlargement surgery: ‘Daily frustration and embarrassment’

He’s seeking an “endowment” fund. A North Carolina man with the alleged “world’s smallest penis” is requesting $22,000 from the public to fund an operation that will add inches to his tiny tallywhacker. He posted a phallic financial aid plea on a GoFundMe Page entitled “Help Michael Get Micropenis Enlargement Surgery.” “I am reaching out … Read more

Why men die younger than women — and the tough guy paradox that drives doctors nuts

Why men die younger than women — and the tough guy paradox that drives doctors nuts

Could being a tough guy become a deadly mistake? Women live longer than men, all over the world. In the US, men live around 76 years, while women live til 81. Experts have been watching this trend for decades. Even as infectious disease has plummeted, other lethal health conditions like heart disease have affected men … Read more

I’m an oncologist — 5 cancer symptoms people dismiss as normal aging or stress

I’m an oncologist — 5 cancer symptoms people dismiss as normal aging or stress

Getting older comes with its share of aches, pains — but not every unwelcome change should be blamed on age. In fact, they can sometimes be symptoms of something more serious, including cancer. “Older adults take longer to recognize that a symptom might be serious, in part because they attribute changes to aging rather than … Read more