# Good Health Answers to your questions about sex, hair, mental health, weight loss, and more-from Hims. [**How Long Does Minoxidil Take to Work**](https://www.hims.com/blog/how-long-before-minoxidil-starts-working) [Corinne O'Keefe Osborn](https://www.hims.com/authors/corrine-okeefe-osborn) in [Hair Health](https://www.hims.com/blog/hair) [Discover how long it takes minoxidil to work, including at what point during treatment you can expect to stop losing hair and start noticing healthy hair growth.](https://www.hims.com/blog/how-long-before-minoxidil-starts-working) [**Is Cialis Over-the-Counter?**](https://www.hims.com/blog/is-cialis-over-the-counter) [Geoffrey C. Whittaker](https://www.hims.com/authors/geoffrey-c-whittaker) in [Sex](https://www.hims.com/blog/sexual-health) [Is Cialis over-the-counter, or do you need a prescription for Cialis? Find out what the rules are for accessing Cialis and tadalafil in the U.S.](https://www.hims.com/blog/is-cialis-over-the-counter) [**Healthy Agreement: New Study Reveals 5 Health Topics That Unite Republicans, Democrats, and Independents**](https://www.hims.com/news/health-topics-unite-republicans-democrats-independents) [Melissa Lavigne-Delville](https://www.hims.com/authors/melissa-lavigne-delville) in [Weight Loss](https://www.hims.com/blog/weight) [Republicans, Independents, and Democrats see more eye-to-eye than not when it comes to their health. These are the personal health topics that connect to Americans across party lines.](https://www.hims.com/news/health-topics-unite-republicans-democrats-independents) ## Latest [**See what's happening inside: Our partnership with Prenuvo**](https://www.hims.com/blog/prenuvo-partnership) [Hims & Hers has partnered with Prenuvo to give subscribers $400 off a whole-body MRI scan — a radiation-free, proactive way to understand what's really happening inside your body.](https://www.hims.com/blog/prenuvo-partnership) [**Mesotherapy for Hair Loss: What It Is & How It Works**](https://www.hims.com/blog/mesotherapy-for-hair) [Grace Gallagher](https://www.hims.com/authors/grace-gallagher) in [Hair Health](https://www.hims.com/blog/hair) [Learn about mesotherapy for hair loss, including how it works and alternative treatments for hair growth.](https://www.hims.com/blog/mesotherapy-for-hair) [**Does Shilajit Increase Testosterone Levels?**](https://www.hims.com/blog/does-shilajit-increase-testosterone) [Daniel Yetman](https://www.hims.com/authors/daniel-yetman) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Does shilajit increase testosterone? Current evidence doesn’t support it, but its use is still under investigation. Explore the shilajit-testosterone link here.](https://www.hims.com/blog/does-shilajit-increase-testosterone) [**Protein and Hair Growth: Why It Matters for Healthy Hair**](https://www.hims.com/blog/protein-for-hair-growth) [Grace Gallagher](https://www.hims.com/authors/grace-gallagher) in [Hair Health](https://www.hims.com/blog/hair) [The connection between your diet and your hair isn’t always obvious, and you may be wondering whether protein is effective for hair growth. Learn how protein supports stronger, healthier hair and what to eat to keep strands looking their best.](https://www.hims.com/blog/protein-for-hair-growth) [**Enclomiphene Price Guide: Average Costs and Alternatives**](https://www.hims.com/blog/enclomiphene-price) [Erica Garza](https://www.hims.com/authors/erica-garza) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Learn about the price of enclomiphene, what affects cost, whether insurance covers it, and how the drug supports hormone health and testosterone production.](https://www.hims.com/blog/enclomiphene-price) [**3 Male Body Types: Ectomorph, Mesomorph, and Endomorph**](https://www.hims.com/blog/male-body-types) [Lauren Panoff](https://www.hims.com/authors/lauren-panoff) in [Weight Loss](https://www.hims.com/blog/weight) [Learn about the three main male body types: ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Plus, how training, diet, and lifestyle can help you reach your goals.](https://www.hims.com/blog/male-body-types) ## Condition Guides [**Dry Penis: What Causes It and What Can Be Done?**](https://www.hims.com/conditions/dry-skin-on-penis) [Darragh O’Carroll, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/darragh-o-carroll-md) in [Sex](https://www.hims.com/blog/sexual-health) [Dry skin on your penis has many potential causes, such as underlying skin conditions, reactions to hygiene products, or STIs.](https://www.hims.com/conditions/dry-skin-on-penis) [**Hemochromatosis: Everything You Need to Know**](https://www.hims.com/conditions/hemochromatosis) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Hemochromatosis is a medical condition characterized by the build-up of iron in your body, which can cause organ damage if left untreated.](https://www.hims.com/conditions/hemochromatosis) [**Osteoporosis in Men: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments**](https://www.hims.com/conditions/osteoporosis) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder marked by reduced bone strength and an increased risk of fractures.](https://www.hims.com/conditions/osteoporosis) [**Erectile Dysfunction: Everything You Need to Know**](https://www.hims.com/conditions/erectile-dysfunction) [Peter J. Stahl, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/peter-stahl-md) in [Sex](https://www.hims.com/blog/sexual-health) [Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a medical condition characterized by trouble getting or maintaining an erection firm enough for satisfying sexual activity.](https://www.hims.com/conditions/erectile-dysfunction) [**Understanding Hormonal Imbalance: A Complete Guide**](https://www.hims.com/conditions/hormonal-imbalance) [Darragh O’Carroll, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/darragh-o-carroll-md) in [Labs](https://www.hims.com/blog/labs) [A hormonal imbalance occurs when certain hormone levels are too high or too low. Depending on which hormone is high or low, an imbalance can cause a number of different problems.](https://www.hims.com/conditions/hormonal-imbalance) [**Hypothalamic Dysfunction: Symptoms, Causes, and More**](https://www.hims.com/conditions/hypothalamic-dysfunction) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [The hypothalamus is located deep in the brain and is an essential part of the endocrine system.](https://www.hims.com/conditions/hypothalamic-dysfunction) ## Lifestyle Guides [**Testosterone Injections Guide: How to Inject Safely**](https://www.hims.com/guides/testosterone-injections) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Testosterone injections are a common form of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) that helps restore low hormone levels and improve symptoms like low sex drive, fatigue, and decreased muscle mass in men with clinically low testosterone.](https://www.hims.com/guides/testosterone-injections) [**What's the Link Between Exercise and Hormones?**](https://www.hims.com/guides/exercise-and-hormones) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Labs](https://www.hims.com/blog/labs) [Exercise can influence key hormones, including growth hormone, testosterone, estrogen, insulin, cortisol, and endorphins, which affect metabolism, mood, energy, and recovery.](https://www.hims.com/guides/exercise-and-hormones) [**How to Strengthen Your Immune System Naturally**](https://www.hims.com/guides/how-to-improve-immune-defense) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Labs](https://www.hims.com/blog/labs) [Your immune system is your body’s built-in defense network, working nonstop to protect you from bacteria, viruses, and other harmful invaders.](https://www.hims.com/guides/how-to-improve-immune-defense) [**How to Start TRT: Steps, Testing, and What to Expect**](https://www.hims.com/guides/how-to-start-trt) [Darragh O’Carroll, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/darragh-o-carroll-md) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can help men with clinically low testosterone feel more energetic, focused, and confident again.](https://www.hims.com/guides/how-to-start-trt) [**How to Support and Improve Kidney Health Naturally**](https://www.hims.com/guides/how-to-improve-kidney-health) [Felix Gussone, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/felix-gussone) in [Labs](https://www.hims.com/blog/labs) [Your kidneys filter waste, balance electrolytes, support blood pressure, and activate vitamin D — all essential functions for everyday health.](https://www.hims.com/guides/how-to-improve-kidney-health) [**Oral Testosterone vs. Injection: Key Differences Explained**](https://www.hims.com/guides/oral-testosterone-vs-injection) [Darragh O’Carroll, MD](https://www.hims.com/medical-experts/darragh-o-carroll-md) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Both oral testosterone and injections raise low testosterone levels and improve symptoms like low libido, fatigue, and reduced muscle mass.](https://www.hims.com/guides/oral-testosterone-vs-injection) ## News [**Why Americans Say Their Health Improved Significantly in 2025**](https://www.hims.com/news/americans-health-improvement-2025-trends) [Melissa Lavigne-Delville](https://www.hims.com/authors/melissa-lavigne-delville) in [News](https://www.hims.com/news) [A new Hims study reveals that Americans have made good on their 2025 New Year's resolutions to be healthier. Learn about the possible explanations here.](https://www.hims.com/news/americans-health-improvement-2025-trends) [**Most Americans Would Rather Live a Long Life Than a Luxe One, Hims Data Finds**](https://www.hims.com/news/longevity-is-the-new-luxury) [Melissa Lavigne-Delville](https://www.hims.com/authors/melissa-lavigne-delville) in [Mental Health](https://www.hims.com/blog/mental-health) [According to a new Hims study, Americans are investing more in health and wellness — prioritizing what many now see as the ultimate luxury: a longer, better life.](https://www.hims.com/news/longevity-is-the-new-luxury) [**Economic Downturns Can Help Healthy Habits, Hims Study Finds**](https://www.hims.com/news/economic-downturn-boosts-healthy-habits) [Melissa Lavigne-Delville](https://www.hims.com/authors/melissa-lavigne-delville) in [Mental Health](https://www.hims.com/blog/mental-health) [What’s bad for our wallets may be good for our health. A new Hims study found ways to recession-proof your well-being through smarter spending.](https://www.hims.com/news/economic-downturn-boosts-healthy-habits) [**The Top 3 Misconceptions Men Have About Their Sexual Health**](https://www.hims.com/news/mens-sexual-health-misconceptions) [Melissa Lavigne-Delville](https://www.hims.com/authors/melissa-lavigne-delville) in [Testosterone](https://www.hims.com/blog/testosterone) [Data reveals there are still many myths about men’s sexual health. Hint: Issues of sexual function are common to men of many ages.](https://www.hims.com/news/mens-sexual-health-misconceptions) [**The Top Cities Where Fast Food Is Cheaper Than Cooking**](https://www.hims.com/news/cities-where-fast-food-cheaper-than-cooking) [Olivia Rockeman](https://www.hims.com/authors/olivia-rockeman) in [Weight Loss](https://www.hims.com/blog/weight) [Getting takeout is more convenient than cooking, and in some cities, eating out is also cheaper. Learn more research findings about fast food versus cooking.](https://www.hims.com/news/cities-where-fast-food-cheaper-than-cooking) [**22 Game Day Slow Cooker Recipes Ranked From Healthiest to Unhealthiest**](https://www.hims.com/news/healthiest-unhealthiest-tailgate-recipes) [Lauren Ward](https://www.hims.com/authors/lauren-ward) in [Weight Loss](https://www.hims.com/blog/weight) [Find out which popular slow cooker recipes are the healthiest for your next tailgate while sticking to your health goals.](https://www.hims.com/news/healthiest-unhealthiest-tailgate-recipes)