Numankind | Dr Luke Pratsides

Dr Luke Pratsides

Head of Medical

MBBS, MSc, MRCGP, MFCI

Dr Luke Pratsides is a GP by clinical training. He works as a GP in the NHS and as the Head of Medical at digital men's health clinic Numan. At Numan, he advises on the development of new products and services, manages the clinical team, and works closely with marketing to develop medical messaging for television advertising and social media. In addition, he regularly contributes expert medical comments to mainstream media publications on behalf of Numan such as The Times, The Independent, The Sun, The Daily Mail, Men's Health and Vice.

Find Luke on the web:

Latest articles

Why do I need two blood tests to diagnose low testosterone

BLOOD TESTS

Why do I need two blood tests to diagnose low testosterone

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Free testosterone: What actually is it?

TESTOSTERONE

Free testosterone: What actually is it?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

7 potential benefits of TRT

TESTOSTERONE

7 potential benefits of TRT

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Does masturbation really help you sleep?

SLEEP

Does masturbation really help you sleep?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Testosterone replacement therapy: Tim’s story

TESTOSTERONE

Testosterone replacement therapy: Tim’s story

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Treatment for low testosterone: Testosterone gel & Clomifene

TESTOSTERONE

Treatment for low testosterone: Testosterone gel & Clomifene

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Why do people in 'Blue Zones' live longer than the rest of us?

MEN'S HEALTH

Why do people in 'Blue Zones' live longer than the rest of us?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

How prescriptions work at Numan

MEN'S HEALTH

How prescriptions work at Numan

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Doctor Consultation & Fear Nothing Blood Test review: Dan’s story

BLOOD TESTS

Doctor Consultation & Fear Nothing Blood Test review: Dan’s story

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

5 proven solutions to combat snoring

SLEEP

5 proven solutions to combat snoring

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Why do I grind my teeth in my sleep? Causes, effects, and solutions

SLEEP

Why do I grind my teeth in my sleep? Causes, effects, and solutions

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

The power of napping: harnessing midday rest for enhanced productivity

SLEEP

The power of napping: harnessing midday rest for enhanced productivity

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What is testosterone replacement therapy?

TESTOSTERONE

What is testosterone replacement therapy?

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Muscle mass and testosterone: what's the link?

TESTOSTERONE

Muscle mass and testosterone: what's the link?

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Does masturbation decrease testosterone?

TESTOSTERONE

Does masturbation decrease testosterone?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What causes low testosterone in young men?

TESTOSTERONE

What causes low testosterone in young men?

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Complete Hair Kit Pro: Everything you need to know

HAIR

Complete Hair Kit Pro: Everything you need to know

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Testosterone: 6 myths & facts that may surprise you

TESTOSTERONE

Testosterone: 6 myths & facts that may surprise you

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What is testosterone? The ultimate guide

TESTOSTERONE

What is testosterone? The ultimate guide

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Fear Nothing Blood Test Plus review: Will’s story

BLOOD TESTS

Fear Nothing Blood Test Plus review: Will’s story

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Extra Strength Foam vs Extra Strength Spray: which is better?

HAIR

Extra Strength Foam vs Extra Strength Spray: which is better?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Breakthroughs in treating PE: Dr Luke and Prof. Sam Shah

MEN'S HEALTH

Breakthroughs in treating PE: Dr Luke and Prof. Sam Shah

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Omega-3: all you need to know

MEN'S HEALTH

Omega-3: all you need to know

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Can you reverse type 2 diabetes?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Can you reverse type 2 diabetes?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What’s the relationship between diabetes and low testosterone?

TESTOSTERONE

What’s the relationship between diabetes and low testosterone?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What’s the average penis size?

MEN'S HEALTH

What’s the average penis size?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Recipe: Low-carb waffles

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Recipe: Low-carb waffles

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

How to lose weight if you're vegetarian

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

How to lose weight if you're vegetarian

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Can you lose weight in a week?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Can you lose weight in a week?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

How to take weight loss medications during Ramadan

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

How to take weight loss medications during Ramadan

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Weight loss with Numan: Mike’s story

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Weight loss with Numan: Mike’s story

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

How does losing weight help you sleep?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

How does losing weight help you sleep?

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What is phimosis?

MEN'S HEALTH

What is phimosis?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Recipe: Pumpkin and walnut breakfast muffins

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Recipe: Pumpkin and walnut breakfast muffins

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Everything you need to know about Numan's Testosterone Support

SUPPLEMENTS

Everything you need to know about Numan's Testosterone Support

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Discovering the male G-spot: a beginner’s guide to prostate stimulation

SEX & RELATIONSHIPS

Discovering the male G-spot: a beginner’s guide to prostate stimulation

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What causes type 2 diabetes?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

What causes type 2 diabetes?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

I used Numan's Delay Spray: This is my experience

PREMATURE EJACULATION

I used Numan's Delay Spray: This is my experience

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Everything you need to know about Numan’s Delay Wipes

ERECTIONS

Everything you need to know about Numan’s Delay Wipes

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Weight loss with Numan: Tom's story

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Weight loss with Numan: Tom's story

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Can you take PE & ED medication together?

ERECTIONS

Can you take PE & ED medication together?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

6 things to do right now if you’re feeling demotivated to lose weight

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

6 things to do right now if you’re feeling demotivated to lose weight

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Luke Pratsides

Is paroxetine effective for premature ejaculation?

ERECTIONS

Is paroxetine effective for premature ejaculation?

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Luke Pratsides

Weight loss with Saxenda: Ivy’s story

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Weight loss with Saxenda: Ivy’s story

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What's your weight loss personality?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

What's your weight loss personality?

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Weight loss with Wegovy: Kenny’s story

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Weight loss with Wegovy: Kenny’s story

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Top 5 ways of losing weight in the new year

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Top 5 ways of losing weight in the new year

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Weight loss with Ozempic: Hailey’s story

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Weight loss with Ozempic: Hailey’s story

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

3 ways weight loss can treat erectile dysfunction

ERECTIONS

3 ways weight loss can treat erectile dysfunction

By Luke Chapman | Medically reviewed by Luke Pratsides

Do steroids cause erectile dysfunction?

ERECTIONS

Do steroids cause erectile dysfunction?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Get back to nature: 5 simple ways to add nature therapy to your day

MENTAL HEALTH

Get back to nature: 5 simple ways to add nature therapy to your day

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

How work stress can cause weight gain

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

How work stress can cause weight gain

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Get moving: 5 exercises for people who hate exercise

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Get moving: 5 exercises for people who hate exercise

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Why is exercise important?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Why is exercise important?

By Joe Young | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

5 handy tips on exercising safely

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

5 handy tips on exercising safely

By Numan Editorial | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

7 reasons why you should consider wearing penis sleeves

ERECTIONS

7 reasons why you should consider wearing penis sleeves

By Dainis Graveris | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

9 common reasons why you’re not losing weight when you diet and exercise

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

9 common reasons why you’re not losing weight when you diet and exercise

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Confront hair loss with confidence: the Numan Money-Back Guarantee

HAIR

Confront hair loss with confidence: the Numan Money-Back Guarantee

By Ashton Sheriff | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What is the best exercise to lose weight?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

What is the best exercise to lose weight?

By Ashton Sheriff | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What’s more important: diet or exercise?

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

What’s more important: diet or exercise?

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

7 ways men can last longer in bed

PREMATURE EJACULATION

7 ways men can last longer in bed

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

5 tips and tricks to help improve your penis health

ERECTIONS

5 tips and tricks to help improve your penis health

By Emily Cameron & Joe Barnes | Medically reviewed by Luke Pratsides

No, hair loss treatments don’t work for everyone. Here’s why.

HAIR

No, hair loss treatments don’t work for everyone. Here’s why.

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

A doctor explains what to do if you have erectile dysfunction after cancer treatment

ERECTIONS

A doctor explains what to do if you have erectile dysfunction after cancer treatment

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Does exercise increase testosterone?

BLOOD TESTS

Does exercise increase testosterone?

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Does ashwagandha increase testosterone?

BLOOD TESTS

Does ashwagandha increase testosterone?

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Do men experience depression differently to women?

MENTAL HEALTH

Do men experience depression differently to women?

By Joseph Lee | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Dudes and depression: signs of depressive behaviour in men

MENTAL HEALTH

Dudes and depression: signs of depressive behaviour in men

By Joseph Lee | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Numan review: Tim's experience with ED

ERECTIONS

Numan review: Tim's experience with ED

By Emily Cameron

No Nut November: what is it all about?

SEX & RELATIONSHIPS

No Nut November: what is it all about?

By Joseph Lee | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Why you need to get a health screening for every decade of your life

BLOOD TEST

Why you need to get a health screening for every decade of your life

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

6 interesting facts about blood you might not know

BLOOD TESTS

6 interesting facts about blood you might not know

By Ashton Sheriff

The science behind attraction to beards

HAIR

The science behind attraction to beards

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

5 simple life tweaks to help you grow a moustache

HAIR

5 simple life tweaks to help you grow a moustache

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

7 simple and effective tweaks to reduce alcohol intake without noticing

MENTAL HEALTH

7 simple and effective tweaks to reduce alcohol intake without noticing

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Can’t grow a beard? Here’s what you need to do.

HAIR

Can’t grow a beard? Here’s what you need to do.

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Why digital healthcare is transforming men’s health

MEN'S HEALTH

Why digital healthcare is transforming men’s health

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Are blue balls real? We asked an expert

ERECTIONS

Are blue balls real? We asked an expert

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

From hair to bones: before and after quitting smoking

QUITTING SMOKING

From hair to bones: before and after quitting smoking

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

We asked an expert how to prevent burnout

MENTAL HEALTH

We asked an expert how to prevent burnout

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Hypothyroidism in men: everything you need to know

MEN'S HEALTH

Hypothyroidism in men: everything you need to know

By Nina Bryant | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Could coffee heat up your sex life?

ERECTIONS

Could coffee heat up your sex life?

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

What women are actually thinking when you get erectile dysfunction

ERECTIONS

What women are actually thinking when you get erectile dysfunction

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

The ultimate 7-day acid reflux diet plan

ACID REFLUX

The ultimate 7-day acid reflux diet plan

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

4 ways to combat asthma

ASTHMA

4 ways to combat asthma

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Manopause: is a ‘midlife crisis’ actually a sign of male menopause?

MEN'S HEALTH

Manopause: is a ‘midlife crisis’ actually a sign of male menopause?

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

3 exercises to combat premature ejaculation

PREMATURE EJACULATION

3 exercises to combat premature ejaculation

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

Minoxidil for beard growth: 5 reasons why the treatment might grow on you

HAIR

Minoxidil for beard growth: 5 reasons why the treatment might grow on you

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides

From sprays to steroids: the best alternatives to a hair transplant

HAIR

From sprays to steroids: the best alternatives to a hair transplant

By Kirsty Mason | Medically reviewed by Dr Luke Pratsides