If your goal in the gym is to put on weight in order to increase muscle size and strength, you might be wondering how to do this without fat gain. Eating too much or eating the wrong types of foods can add inches to the waist and reduce overall leanness very quickly, so how do you …
What Is a Lean Bulk Diet? What Are Its Benefits? Read More »
Did you know that links have been found between low levels of nutrients (like magnesium, zinc, and vitamin D) and feelings of anxiety and the risk of depression? You already know that food affects your body, but it plays a part in your mental health as well. What exactly is the food and mood connection, though? What …
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What if we told you there is a way to lose weight that doesn’t include cutting out your favorite foods? No more skipping the dessert or passing up a piece of pizza. It may seem too good to be true, but it’s not! You’ve tried all the diets. You’ve done no carbs and low-fat and only felt deprived …
Macro Counting Basics: A Simple Guide for Beginners Read More »
Imagine your diet is watching. Are you dreaming about cheating on it? What if instead of a single kiss, you’re craving the whole bag of Hershey’s kisses? Or an entire gallon of caramel milkshakes? Many people find it tempting to cheat on their diets, but they’re afraid of sabotaging their hard work. How can you …
This Is How to Enjoy a Cheat Meal Without Derailing Your Diet Read More »
There’s something the fitness community never talks about. When I was working on my fitness, eating a strict diet, and following a workout schedule, this one component of my health flew under the radar. I was bloated, plateauing, and getting stomach pains. What was wrong? When I got it checked out, it turns out I wasn’t …
The Role of Gut Health and Fitness: Super Important Read More »
Vitamins are often overlooked. The western diet is notorious for being void of actual nutrients, after all. In fact, studies suggest that nearly 1/3 of the American population is at risk of various vitamin deficiencies. That leads to a whole host of issues by themselves such as higher risk of various disease, immune disorders, and hormonal issues. …
An Overview of Vitamins: An Essential Part of Good Health Read More »
Milk alternatives have drastically risen in popularity in the past decade. From oat milk to coconut milk, there are plenty of options for those who are looking to transition to a dairy-free lifestyle for whatever reason they may have. If you’re interested in trying something new that fits better within your calories/macros or that is …
Contrary to popular belief, fat is actually good for you. Or, it can be good for you. It all depends on what kind of fat you are eating. In fact, healthy fatty foods are essential to your overall health and are necessary for the absorption of certain vitamins from other foods you eat. Here, we …
Approximately one billion people suffer from protein deficiency worldwide. You may not realize it, but there’s evidence for the importance of protein in everything you do. Without it, you wouldn’t have the energy or strength to do even menial tasks. In this article, we discuss how food protein can help you meet your fitness goals. We also …
The Importance of Protein in Your Diet: A Closer Look Read More »
66.7% of overweight individuals have tried methods of fat loss in the past. If you’ve ever put on a few extra pounds, you’ve likely followed the same fate. There are so many myths and stories passed around about fat loss. For those who are trying to lose weight, these fat loss myths can hinder weight loss …
