Men taking testosterone, how to age happily

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Men taking testosterone, how to age happily

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Jun 14, 2023

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Some men are using testosterone therapy in the hopes it will make them healthier, but do they really need it? Plus how the suit became such a staple in our wardrobes, and a look at ageing through the lens of life satisfaction and happiness, rather than focusing on longevity.

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Jun 14, 2023

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