Usually fine
Normal ups and downs
- Tired after a hard week, then recovering
- A few pounds gained over the holidays
- Lower drive when stressed or unwell
- Stiffness after unusual exercise
Private men's health clinic · Macclesfield · Online across the UK
Your Health.Properly Understood.
Tired, carrying more weight, sleeping badly or just not yourself? We check every system, from heart and metabolism to hormones, sleep and stress, and give you a clear plan to stay ahead.
Always alongside your GP, never instead of them.
Why we exist
Men's health problems rarely have a single cause
Energy, weight, mood, drive and long-term heart health are shaped by blood sugar, hormones, sleep, stress and inflammation working together. Men are also less likely to get checked early, so problems are often found late.
4 years
shorter life expectancy for men than women in the UK (78.8 vs 82.8 years)1
3 in 4
suicides in England and Wales are men, the highest male rate since 19992
4 million+
men in the UK are living with heart and circulatory disease3
1 in 8
men will get prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men4
1 in 20
men in their 70s have symptomatic low testosterone, rising with age5
2×
as many GP visits by women as men aged 20 to 406
Sources: 1. ONS, National life tables 2021–2023. 2. ONS, Suicides in England and Wales 2023. 3. British Heart Foundation. 4. Cancer Research UK. 5. European Male Ageing Study, Wu et al., NEJM (2010). 6. NHS Information Centre, via Men's Health Forum.
Know the signs
What's normal, and what's worth checking
Most men put changes down to age or a busy life. The pattern matters more than any single symptom.
Worth checking
Worth looking into
- Low energy most days
- Weight creeping on around the middle
- Low drive, motivation or libido
- Poor sleep or waking unrefreshed
- Losing muscle or strength
- Irritability or low mood
- A family history of heart disease or diabetes
- Told your tests are normal, but still feeling off
Don't wait
See your GP promptly
- Chest pain or tightness
- Blood in your urine
- Difficulty or pain passing urine, or needing to go much more often
- A lump or swelling in a testicle
- Unexplained weight loss
Chest pain, or signs of a stroke: call 999. Struggling to cope: call Samaritans free on 116 123, any time.
Early intervention
The window for change is early
Heart and metabolic problems build silently for years before a diagnosis. The earlier the drivers are found, the more you can do about them.
1
Feeling off
Tired, stressed, sleeping poorly
2
Early warnings
Waist growing, energy and drive falling
3
Silent risk
Blood sugar, pressure or lipids drifting
4
Hormones dip
Low testosterone, mood and muscle
5
Diagnosed
e.g. type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure
6
Complex
Several conditions, or after a heart event
Stages 1–4 · The window where early action makes the most difference
Stages 5–6 · Requiring a full diagnostic work-up with specialist labs and in-depth care, alongside your GP
Our philosophy
A full check of your engine, not just the oil
Heart
Blood pressure, lipids, ApoB, inflammation, blood sugar and insulin: the long-term drivers of heart and metabolic health.
Hormones
Testosterone, SHBG, thyroid and cortisol, which shape energy, drive, mood, muscle and body fat.
Brain
Sleep, stress, mood and focus, and the nervous system that ties them together.
Heart Based FactorsIn Men's Health
- Raised blood pressure
- High ApoB or Lp(a)
- Hidden inflammation
- Insulin resistance
- Family history
Hormone Based FactorsIn Men's Health
- Low or falling testosterone
- High SHBG or oestradiol
- Thyroid changes
- Cortisol out of rhythm
- Weight around the middle
Brain Based FactorsIn Men's Health
- Poor or short sleep
- Long-term stress
- Low mood
- Brain fog and poor focus
- Alcohol to unwind
Measure, don't guess
Our Assessment Profiles
Three layers of assessment, each read against optimal ranges, not just "normal".
01
Online · 15–20 mins · £12
Male Wellness Profile
A full body and brain analysis of 19 body systems, with a personal 14-page report. Refunded at your Discovery Consultation.
Start here →02
At your Full Consultation
Physical & Neurological Exam
Measurements, movement and a functional neurology examination, matched with your symptoms and lab results.
03
Recommended at your Discovery Consultation
Functional Lab Testing
From a 54-marker blood chemistry profile to cardiovascular and male hormone panels.
See the lab tests →Your results
A written report with a traffic-light score for each body system, your top three priorities, a clear plan, and a GP letter if anything needs medical attention.
Your care journey
What to expect
Three stages, online by video.
Step 1
Discovery Consultation
Required: the Male Wellness Profile.
- Detailed review of your wellness profile results
- Past lab tests analysis
- Lifestyle analysis
- Dietary analysis
- Medical history
£9560 mins
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Step 2
Full Consultation
Required: Discovery Consultation.
- Detailed breakdown of recommended lab tests
- Physical and neurological examination
- Matching symptoms with lab tests
- Lifestyle and dietary recommendations
- Written report and personal plan
£12560–90 mins
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Step 3
Follow Up Consultation
- Progress and symptom review
- New lab results explained
- Nutrition and lifestyle adjustments
- Supplement review
- Updated plan and next steps
£9560 mins
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Lab test costs are discussed with you before anything is ordered. More about our consultations →
About your practitioner
Alan Lee
Alan is a clinician, educator and researcher in functional medicine and functional neurology, specialising in gut, hormonal and brain-based imbalances.
He looks at how every system is working together, reads results against optimal ranges, and works alongside your GP.
- Institute of Functional Medicine
- The Kharrazian Institute
- Carrick Institute of Neurological Sciences
- International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation
- Association of Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine
Not sure where to start?
The Male Wellness Profile is a full body and brain analysis of 19 body systems, with a personal 14-page report. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes online, and the £12 fee is refunded at your Discovery Consultation.
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is this instead of my GP?
No. We work alongside your GP. If we find anything that needs medical attention, we refer you with a written summary.
Do you prescribe testosterone?
No. If treatment may be appropriate, we refer you to your GP or a specialist.
Do I need to fast before the blood test?
Yes. Blood is taken in the morning after an overnight fast, usually between 7 and 11am, because testosterone and insulin results are most accurate then.
Can my partner book it for me?
Yes. Many appointments are booked by partners or family. We'll just need your consent before the assessment.
Can I do this from anywhere in the UK?
Yes. Consultations run online by video, with blood taken at a partner site near you or with a home finger-prick kit.
How much does it cost?
Discovery Consultation £95 (60 minutes), Full Consultation £125 (60–90 minutes), Follow Up Consultation £95 (60 minutes). Lab test costs are discussed with you before anything is ordered.
Time for a proper check-up?
Find out how every system is working, and what to change first.
Book a Discovery Consultation