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A Man or a Mouse: From Tired to Terrifyingly Alive
Mr X was 53, burned out, sexless, and sleepwalking through life. In just 12 weeks, he went from a domesticated housecat to rediscovering his inner lion. Here's how.
Dr Rui Graça
Sep 144 min read


❌ You’re Not “Just Getting Older” - Rethinking the Testosterone Decline
You’re eating clean, training hard, and doing everything “right” - but the belly stays, energy drops, and results stall. This article reveals why fat, hormones, and feedback loops can quietly hijack your progress, and why the answer isn’t pushing harder but realigning effort with biology. It’s not about failure. It’s about clarity - and making your work finally work.
Dr Rui Graça
Aug 294 min read


Why High-Performing Executives Burn Out at 45
Cortisol is quietly sabotaging the energy, drive, and sleep of high-performing men - especially over 40. Here’s why your leadership edge may actually be hormonal… and what you can do about it.
Dr Rui Graça
Aug 143 min read


Slim But Sick: The TOFI Trap in Normal-Weight Men
He looked slim and healthy, but hidden visceral fat and insulin resistance told another story. Discover how Dr. Rui uncovered the “TOFI” trap and helped transform this man’s metabolic health.
Dr Rui Graça
Jul 293 min read


Sleep Apnoea & Testosterone: The Silent Health Crisis in Men Over 35
Struggling with sleep, low mood, or declining energy? Sleep apnoea might be silently lowering your testosterone. This real case reveals the hidden connection - and what you can do about it.
Dr Rui Graça
Jul 153 min read


Top 4 Supplements for Better Men’s Health (backed by science)
Most men are spending money on supplements they don’t need - and missing the ones that matter. This article outlines the four essentials backed by science: Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Omega-3s, and Zinc. If you're low on drive, energy, or focus, the problem might not be motivation - it might be micronutrient gaps. Here’s what to take, why it works, and how to do it smartly
Dr Rui Graça
Jun 303 min read


Why You’re So Damn Tired: Uncovering the Truth About Low Testosterone Fatigue
You used to hit the gym. Now you hit the couch. Most men blame work, age, or stress - but chronic tiredness, low motivation, and flat mood often point to something deeper: hormonal imbalance. At MHI, we connect the dots between energy, libido, mood, and testosterone to uncover what’s really going on. It's not laziness. It's not burnout. And it’s not too late to fix it.
Dr Rui Graça
Jun 152 min read


Belly-Fat & Insulin Resistance in Men: How Mr X Turned Frustration into Triumph
You’re eating clean, training hard, and doing everything “right” - but the belly stays, energy drops, and results stall. This article reveals why fat, hormones, and feedback loops can quietly hijack your progress, and why the answer isn’t pushing harder but realigning effort with biology. It’s not about failure. It’s about clarity - and making your work finally work.
Dr Rui Graça
May 303 min read
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