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Straight answers on the body most people ignore

Evidence-based, plainly written articles on urology, weight and metabolic health, and longevity — from Dr. David Shusterman, a board-certified urologist and author.

What Does an Elevated PSA Mean? illustrated guide

Prostate Health

What Does an Elevated PSA Mean?

An illustrated guide to PSA results: why context matters, what to bring to your appointment, and questions to ask before the next test.

Illustrated reader guide

How to Evaluate Longevity Treatment Claims illustrated guide

Longevity & Evidence

How to Evaluate Longevity Treatment Claims

Use the evidence ladder to distinguish laboratory findings, early human studies and stronger clinical evidence before discussing a longevity treatment.

Illustrated reader guide

UroLongevity book cover

Bladder Health

Why You Wake Up at 3 A.M. to Pee — and What Nocturia Really Means

Waking up at night to urinate isn't just annoying — it can signal something worth understanding. A urologist explains the real causes of nocturia and when to get it checked.

July 10, 2026 · 6 min read

The Non-Seefood Diet book cover

Weight & Metabolic Health

GLP-1 Medications and Alcohol: What Ozempic Does to Your Tolerance

If you're on Ozempic, Wegovy, or another GLP-1 medication, alcohol can hit differently — and quietly work against your results. A urologist explains what's happening and why moderation matters.

June 28, 2026 · 7 min read

The Non-Seefood Diet book cover

Weight & Behavior

The See-Food Reflex: Why You Eat With Your Eyes, Not Your Stomach

You weren't hungry until you saw the donuts. That's not weak willpower — it's the see-food reflex, a sub-second brain loop. Here's how it works and how to interrupt it.

June 15, 2026 · 6 min read

UTI Unlocked book cover

Urinary Health

Is It Really a UTI? When Recurrent Symptoms Aren't an Infection

Burning, urgency, and pressure don't always mean a urinary tract infection. A urologist explains why recurrent UTI symptoms are often misdiagnosed — and what to do about it.

June 2, 2026 · 7 min read

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Plan your next urology conversation

How to prepare for a urology appointment

A practical urology visit checklist: organize symptoms, medication lists, prior test results, questions, and the follow-up plan.

Questions to bring to a urology second opinion

Prepare for a urology second opinion with questions about the diagnosis, evidence, alternatives, recovery, and who will coordinate the next step.

Practical guides with free worksheets

The 1600 + 2 Rule: build a food and fluid plan that fits you

Personal food and fluid plan — read the article and download a printable worksheet.

Using the Closest to the Sun food guide in everyday meals

Plan a practical food choice — read the article and download a printable worksheet.

A worksheet for understanding a recurring dieting cycle

Understand a recurring eating pattern — read the article and download a printable worksheet.

Make a plan for late-night eating decisions

Map a late-night eating routine — read the article and download a printable worksheet.

Drink Smarter: review your everyday beverage choices

Review everyday drinks — read the article and download a printable worksheet.

Protecting muscle while changing your eating routine

Plan nutrition and strength questions — read the article and download a printable worksheet.

Read, prepare, ask better questions

Learn how to match citation numbers to sources, check what a study actually supports and bring useful questions from a medical book to your clinician.

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