MAN ALIVE with Dr Jeff Foster | Men's Health Podcast

Peptides promise more muscle, faster recovery, weight loss and younger-looking skin. But what does the evidence say? Today on MAN ALIVE, men’s health specialist and GP Dr Jeff Foster explains the difference between licensed medicines and unregulated peptides sold online. He examines the claims around testosterone, muscle, recovery, skin and hair, and shares what happened to one patient’s blood tes...

He's a literal giant of a man, but will Jamie feel small as we put his real blood test results under the spotlight? Today on MAN ALIVE, bodybuilder and Giant from BBC's Gladiators, Jamie Bigg, joins leading men's health specialist & NHS GP Dr Jeff Foster to talk men's health by getting to understand Jamie's fitness and diet routine as well as reveal and discuss his blood test results. In this...

Online health information is so confusing now that even Doctors are struggling to keep up, is this a good thing or a bad thing for society? Leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster is joined by broadcaster and author Dr Xand Van Tulleken to decode the biggest issues with the wellness industry and discover who normal people can genuinely trust. In the episode, they discuss wearable health tra...

What happens inside your body moments before you prank the most powerful man on the planet on live television? We find out today… Comedian and prankster Simon Brodkin joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on MAN ALIVE for another important conversation on men’s health as well as revealing Simon’s blood test results. In this episode, we discuss Simon’s past life as a junior Doctor, S...

By age 35, 40% to 66% of men in the UK have noticeably thinning hair or hair loss. We're getting better as men at dealing with it and, most importantly, we now have options for preventing and reversing hair loss. In this special episode of MAN ALIVE, NHS GP and leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster covers the most common questions men ask about male pattern baldness and hair loss....

Something as simple as a haircut can improve a man's confidence and snowball into amazing positive habits, so how do you start? Celebrity hairstylist Michael Douglas joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on MAN ALIVE today to give men expert tips on their hair, as well as sharing his own rollercoaster health journey - including how he died for 3 minutes after a collapsed lun...

It's been proven that biking lowers stress by 25%, so could biking save the crisis of male loneliness in the UK? Leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster is joined by internet sensation HarveyRidesBikes to discuss the crossover between biking and improved health, as well as digging into Harvey's own health. In this episode, we discuss Harvey's favourite journeys, why some bik...

What's the biggest challenge facing men around the world today? Investigative journalist and 4x New York Times bestselling author Johann Hari has written about the top issues of the last decade concerning men: loneliness, disconnection, addiction, stolen focus, obesity, and more. Alongside leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster, this wide-ranging episode touches on all of these big...

He’s a legend of British comedy and drama, but at 57, how is he really doing under the hood? Known for his roles in Cold Feet and The Fast Show, John Thomson joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in this week’s episode of the MAN ALIVE podcast to dissect his blood test results and pull back the curtain of how John overcame issues with alcohol, mental health, press scrutiny to be at...

Testosterone is the talk of the town. Who should consider treating it and who shouldn't, and can lifestyle changes and supplements really make a difference? In this episode of MAN ALIVE, leading men's health specialist & GP Dr Jeff Foster gives a simple explanation of the benefits and limitations of testosterone replacement therapy, lifestyle changes, and supplements claiming to improv...

Former Special Forces Sergeant Jason Fox was the guest on our first ever episode where he discovered he had low testosterone. Now, he returns to the podcast after having been on TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) for 9 months to give his honest experience for other men and to see how his blood test results have changed Jason Fox, often referred to by his nickname 'Foxy', is a British t...

What if poor sleep is quietly damaging your hormones, mental health, productivity, relationships, and even shortening your life? Russell Foster is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and one of the world’s foremost experts on sleep, circadian rhythms, and the body clock. His pioneering research has transformed our understanding of how sleep affects physical health, ment...

DJ Fat Tony has partied with Freddie Mercury, the Beckhams, Michael Jackson, Prince, and more. It all came crashing down with a severe drug addiction that induced psychosis. Tony joins Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to open up about his health and the DJ lifestyle in the 80s compared with today. This is a conversation that shows how men can make changes that really make a long-term health...

The world of supplements is confusing and filled with contradictory information. How can men know if the supplements promising testosterone increases online are beneficial or a waste of money? NHS GP and leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster tests the most popular testosterone supplements and gives his honest ranking. Dr Jeff Foster explores the evidence for ashwagandha, shilajit, ton...

Russell Howard has spent decades making Britain laugh, but what do his blood test results reveal about the man behind the comedy? One of Britain’s most successful comedians, Russell Howard, joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to explore his blood test results and have a candid conversation about health, happiness, vulnerability, and what it really takes to...

When a life-threatening labour caused his partner serious health issues, Ryan took care of her and their new child. He stayed strong for as long as he could, but eventually burned out and hit rock bottom. How did he rebuild himself? Ryan Libbey is a podcaster as well as a former Made in Chelsea star and personal trainer. He joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE...

He was living the life of a TV and comedy star, but underneath he was battling hidden addiction issues. How did Simon Day turn it all around and what have years of addictive behaviour done to his blood test results? Simon Day is an English comedian and actor known for his roles in the sketch show The Fast Show and the sitcom Grass. He joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the...

He became one of the most decorated Olympians of all time whilst struggling with major illness, but even Olympic heroes carry deep feelings of anxiety and depression. Sir Steve Redgrave is a British retired rower who won gold medals at five consecutive Olympic Games from 1984 to 2000. He joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to explore his blood test resu...

Are these morning routines so wild that they may even be good? For this week's episode of MAN ALIVE, NHS & Private GP specialising in men's health and hormones, Dr Jeff Foster, reacts to the morning routines of Cristiano Ronaldo, Mark Wahlberg, Elon Musk & influencer Ashton Hall. Dr Jeff breaks them down through a health lens and provides practical tips for the optimal male morning routine...

Only 4% of UK adults consume enough fibre, even though it a high-fibre diet lowers risk of serious chronic conditions, including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and bowel cancer. World-renowned cook Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, known for River Cottage, brings his fibre mission to MAN ALIVE with leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster and also shares his experiences of how cookin...

95% of diets fail. Have we been lied to about weight loss, diets and calorie counting? Professor Giles Yeo MBE is a Professor of Neuroendocrinology and author of 'Gene Eating' and 'Why Calories Don't Count.' He joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the Man Alive studio to combat popular myths surrounding weight loss, Ozempic, calorie-counting and fad diets...

There are so many misconceptions about identical twins, we’re busting some of the biggest twin myths today as we compare real blood test results, genetics, and health markers of possibly the most famous identical twin brothers in the world… Ollie and James Phelps are actors best known for their iconic roles as Fred & George Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. Alongside other acting projec...

For men aged 15-45 in the UK, testicular cancer is the most common cancer. While it is over 95% curable if caught early, only 21% of men in the UK perform regular self-checks, and 68% don’t know how to properly check themselves highlighting a major gap in men’s health awareness, early detection, and cancer prevention. MAN ALIVE host Dr Jeff Foster, an NHS and private GP specialising in men’s healt...

Joe Marler is known for making whoever he’s with feel slightly awkward and uncomfortable in a loving way…but today we turn the tables on him by putting his health under the microscope. We break down his real blood test results, testosterone levels, and key health markers to see what’s really going on beneath the surface… Joe is a former professional rugby union player who played as a prop for Harl...

It’s never been more important for men to understand menopause…Studies show 77% of men feel affected by their partner’s menopause symptoms. Nearly 60% of men report a negative effect on their relationship and 10% considered ending their relationship due to the changes experienced. Over a quarter of men do not know what menopause is, and 19% wouldn’t know how to support someone. 61% of men would no...