Protein is the number one macronutrient that most gym rats and athletes associate with building muscle. It’s usually the centerpiece of a goal-focused diet plan, whether it’s a big serving of grilled meat taking up the majority of room on a plate or a shaker bottle filled to the brim with protein powder. Some of […]
By now, most of us know that fiber — like sleep and water — is something we could use more of. It’s been billed a wonder worker for everything from healthy digestion to weight loss. The USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend that women consume at least 22 to 28 grams of fiber per day, and men eat at least […]
We’ve seen countless fad diets that focus on eating one specific food — the cookie diet, the cabbage soup diet, the grapefruit diet. They all claim to help you lose a significant amount of weight very quickly, and the cucumber diet is no different. The cucumber diet is a quick-fix weight-loss diet that is said […]
Sugar alcohols are sweet organic chemical compounds commonly used as a sugar substitute. Because they don’t impact blood sugar in the same way regular sugar does, they can be beneficial to individuals who are looking to control their blood sugar levels or intake. Products that include them are often marketed as “low-carb” or “sugar-free.” Here’s […]
You’ve probably come across some moldy food that looks salvageable: that piece of bread with a spot of mold, or that pepper with mossy seeds. And what about moldy cheese? Is that safe to eat? Let’s break it down. What Is Mold and What Causes It? Molds are fungi that live on plants and animals, […]
With the galaxy of tech and fad diets that have recently emerged, many of us have become obsessed with “hacking” our nutrition. Along the way, however, we’ve forgotten about an essential concept: balance. Yep, a balanced meal — that subject of elementary-school wheels and pyramids — goes a long way toward helping you realize your […]
What do cookies, candy, soda, many chips, and sweetened cereals have in common? Sure, they’re all common cravings — but they’re also ultra-processed foods. Here’s what you need to know about ultra-processed foods and how they could be wreaking havoc on your diet. What Are Ultra-Processed Foods? “Ultra-processed foods are those that go through multiple […]
The benefits of protein shakes extend to pretty much anybody with fitness goals, whether it’s building muscle, losing weight, or ensuring you get enough protein to support overall health. There’s a reason why you see so many people — and not just gym rats — carrying shaker cups filled with protein powder. “Although I always […]
يعد فقر الدم أحد أكثر حالات نقص العناصر الغذائية انتشارًا في جميع أنحاء العالم، وخاصة بين النساء. في معظم الحالات، يؤدي نقص الحديد إلى فقر الدم، لذلك، سينصحك خبير الرعاية الصحية بتناول مكملات الحديد. مع ذلك، في كثير من الظروف، مجرد زيادة استهلاك الحديد الغذائي من خلال المشروبات الغنية بالحديد يكفي لاستعادة مستوى الحديد في […]
To paraphrase the great American writer, Mark Twain, “Too much of anything is bad, but too much pre-workout is barely enough.” Twain originally chose whiskey as the beverage of choice, but there’s a good chance he’d find the humor in the near-obsession some modern day “fitness” enthusiasts have with potent pre-workout concoctions. Judicious use of […]