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Nelson Vergel

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The FDA Announces Changes to HRT Product labels

Feb 16

Great news today FDA Updates Hormone Therapy Labels: A Significant Shift in Menopausal Treatment Guidance In a major policy reversal announced today, the FDA has approved updated labeling for six menopausal hormone therapy (HRT) products...

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HUBERMAN'S, ATTIA'S, FERRIS, AND OTHER INFUENCER'S COGNITIVE & MOOD SUPPLEMENT PROTOCOLS

Feb 16

This category is perhaps the most nuanced in the supplement landscape, as approaches vary significantly depending on whether the focus is acute performance enhancement, chronic mood support, or long-term neuroprotection. The following review...

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Repatha (Evolocumab) Effects on Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scoring and CCTA

Feb 16

Prepared: January 2026, Curated by Nelson Vergel Key Finding: Evolocumab induces significant coronary plaque regression and stabilization but does not differentially affect coronary calcium accumulation compared to statin monotherapy. However...

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ExcelMale.com: The Most Comprehensive TRT Forum for Men’s Health

Feb 13

ExcelMale.com is widely regarded as the ultimate online forum for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and men’s health discussions. Founded in 2013 by a leading men’s health advocate, this platform has grown into a vast community with tens of...

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Protect Your Access to Compounding Products- Submit Your Testimonial

Feb 11

Dear ExcelMale Members, I'm reaching out to you today with a request that's deeply personal to me and I believe to many of you as well. As some of you know, compounded medications literally saved my life. In the early days of the AIDS crisis...

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Metformin Decreases Muscle Gain and Strength in Seniors

Feb 11

Executive Summary The Metformin to Augment Strength Training Effective Response in Seniors (MASTERS) trial was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multicenter study designed to determine if metformin could enhance the muscle-building...

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The Next Generation of Weight-Loss Medications

Feb 10

When GLP-1 therapies hit the mainstream, testosterone health changed too. Now three new medications in FDA review could reshape the landscape again–not just for weight loss, but for how metabolic dysfunction relates to hormone balance in men...

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Anastrozole for Men: The Complete Evidence-Based Guide for Testosterone Therapy

Feb 10

By Nelson Vergel | ExcelMale.com | Updated December 2025 Introduction Should you take an aromatase inhibitor with testosterone replacement therapy? This question has sparked considerable debate in men's health circles, with some clinics routinely...

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Sexual Function on TRT: Why Testosterone Alone May Not Be Enough for Erectile Function

Feb 09

Many men begin testosterone replacement therapy expecting their sexual function to improve across the board—better libido, stronger erections, enhanced satisfaction. And while TRT often delivers significant benefits for desire and overall sexual...

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Nutrition & Supplements : Master Index

Feb 09

Nutrition & Supplements — Master Index Your guide to nutrition, supplements, and dietary strategies for optimal health. Last updated: February 2026 ▶ GETTING STARTED Clean Nutrition for Health, Muscle Gain and Fat Loss

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Could Viagra Lower Your Risk of Alzheimer's Disease?

Feb 07

The Science Behind PDE5 Inhibitors and Cognitive Protection Curated By Nelson Vergel | ExcelMale.com | Updated February 2026 What if a medication already familiar to millions of men could potentially protect against one of the most feared...

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TRT Blood Test Discussion: Master Index

Feb 07

Blood Test Discussion — Master Index Your complete guide to understanding and ordering lab tests for TRT monitoring. Last updated: February 2026 ▶ GETTING STARTED Blood Tests Needed Before and During TRT

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