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Our tester dumps a scoop of Onnit Whey Protein.

Best Keto Protein Powders (2025): Insights from RDs and a CPT 

Wondering what the keto diet is and whether you should try it? The keto diet is a popular choice among athletes, given its potential to help you lose weight while staying lean. It’s even shown ... Continue Reading

Our tester drinking Gainful Protein Powder

The Best Pea Protein Powders of 2025, According to an RD and a Nutrition Coach

If you're looking for a plant-based protein that’s packed with protein and is also planet-friendly, pea protein powder might just be your new best friend. For those with a dairy-free or plant-based ... Continue Reading

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The Best Clear Protein Drinks of 2025, Personally Tested and Expert Reviewed

When it comes to choosing the best protein powder, there’s a wide range of categories depending on what you’re looking for. Whey protein isolate is a top choice when you want something high-quality that ... Continue Reading

Best Vegan Protein Bars

Best Vegan Protein Bars (2025): Expert-Curated Picks to Unwrap Your Plant Power Potential

While vegan diets might skip out on animal products — often seen as prime protein sources — that doesn't mean recreational fitness enthusiasts and elite athletes can't hit their daily protein targets. With ... Continue Reading

Our tester holding Pure Protein Protein Bars after taking a bite.

The Best Low-Calorie Protein Bars (2025), Approved by an RD

Good news: protein bars have come a long way since your main option was the PowerBar back in the 1990s! (If you ever had one of the original bars, you know what I’m talking about…) The surge in options for ... Continue Reading

Best Greens Powders for Pregnancy

Best Greens Powders for Pregnancy of 2025, Expert Tested and Dietitian Reviewed 

Pregnancy can be a beautiful and transformative journey, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. With the challenges of morning sickness, food aversions, and fatigue, meeting your nutrition needs for both you and ... Continue Reading

Best Creatine for Teens

Best Creatine for Teens (2025): Power Up Your Workouts with Expert-Vetted Picks

Creatine is a natural compound produced by the body from amino acids, covering about half of our daily needs, with the rest required from creatine-rich foods — like red meat and fish — or dietary ... Continue Reading

Best Cheap Pre-Workout

The Best Cheap Pre-Workouts of 2025, Expert-Tested and RD-Reviewed

If you’re trying to get the most out of each training session, it’s hard to beat a solid pre-workout. With so many options, though, it can be challenging to know what to look for. In addition to common ... Continue Reading

A kid drinks a shake made from one of the best protein powders for kids.

Best Protein Powder for Kids: An RD’s Review (2025)

Protein intake is a big deal in the food and supplement industry these days. Many foods and products are marketed as high-protein (including some of the best protein powders) to help with things from ... Continue Reading

Our tester standing behind one of the best pre-workouts with creatine.

The 6 Best Pre-Workout With Creatine, According to an RD and Nutrition Coach

Pre-workout and creatine are extensively studied sports nutrition supplements, and both can have a significantly positive effect on athletic performance. The best pre-workout supplements contain ... Continue Reading

Best Low-Sugar Protein Bars

The Best Low-Sugar Protein Bars of 2025, Tested and Dietitian-Reviewed

Looking for a delicious way to incorporate more protein into your diet? Say goodbye to sugar crashes and hello to guilt-free snacking with the best protein bars with low sugar. Whether you're ... Continue Reading

Best Pump Pre-Workouts

Best Pump Pre-Workouts (2025): Expert Insights to Boost Your Workouts

A “pump” in gym slang refers to the increased blood flow to muscles during exercise, causing them to swell and appear larger. (1) This muscle swelling isn’t just for show — though we can’t deny how ... Continue Reading

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Tested and R.D. Reviewed: The Best Pre-Workout for Muscle Gain 2025

Do you want more muscle? If you’re reading this, the answer probably isn’t “no.” Whether you’re hoping for big gains from dedicated time in the weight room or you’re an endurance athlete who relies on a ... Continue Reading

Best Pre-Workouts Without Beta-Alanine

Best Pre-Workouts Without Beta-Alanine in 2025, Reviewed by Our Experts 

Have you ever experienced a tingling sensation after taking your pre-workout supplement? No, you’re not turning into your favorite spidey superhero – this means that you may be sensitive to beta-alanine, a ... Continue Reading

Best Pre-Workouts for Beginners

10 Best Pre-Workouts for Beginners of 2025, According to Our Experts

It's a truth we often forget but need to remember: We all start somewhere — even on our journey to finding our first pre-workout supplement. I’ll shamelessly admit that when I first looked for a best ... Continue Reading

Best Protein Powders for Smoothies

The 10 Best Protein Powders for Smoothies of 2025, Tested by Our Experts

Finding the perfect protein powder to add to your smoothies can be a game-changer for your nutrition and fitness goals, whether you’re a bodybuilder trying to meet your macros or a yogi trying to build ... Continue Reading

Our tester with one of the best protein powders for seniors

The 10 Best Protein Powders for Seniors of 2025, Tested by Our Experts

Any age is a good age to start focusing on your overall health and fitness. And if you've landed on this page, you’re likely looking to increase your (or your loved one’s) protein intake, which is a good ... Continue Reading

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7 Best Hemp Protein Powders of 2025, Hand-Picked by Our Team of Experts

The health benefits of hemp seeds are becoming increasingly well-known thanks to the plant-based protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and numerous micronutrients in these tiny seeds. And with the increasing ... Continue Reading

Best Muscle Recovery Supplements

The 11 Best Muscle Recovery Supplements of 2025, RD-Reviewed and Expert Tested

Train hard for an hour a day and you’re left with 161 hours each week. And if you’re serious about gaining muscle, losing fat, or becoming more athletic, you’d be wise to focus on your recovery during that ... Continue Reading

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The 12 Best Protein Powders on Amazon in 2025, Tested and Trialed by Our Experts

These days, you can buy almost anything on Amazon — even a house. Yes, really. Go ahead and give it a search if you want your mind blown — but we’re talking about a much smaller Amazon Prime-able product ... Continue Reading

Our tester tries one of the best protein powders for weight gain.

The 9 Best Protein Powders for Weight Gain of 2025

Supplementing with one of the best protein powders is often integral to those hoping to pack on muscle mass during a bulking phase. Of course, not just any protein powder will do. With such fitness goals, ... Continue Reading

Looking at food from maybe the best weight loss meal delivery service.

The 7 Best Weight Loss Meal Delivery Services, Tried, Tested, and Tasty

Signing up for one of the best meal delivery services can ease you into healthy eating habits while also helping you learn more about portion control. They can also make sure you’re hitting macro goals ... Continue Reading

Our tester eating one of the best protein bars for women.

Best Protein Bars for Women (2025): RD-Reviewed and Approved for All Needs

Let’s clear the air: Everyone can enjoy the best protein bars, including the expert-tested and approved options we’ll discuss here. The benefits of protein for health and performance—and, importantly, for ... Continue Reading

Our tester makes a shake from one of the best dairy-free protein powders.

The 9 Best Dairy-Free Protein Powders, Tried, Tested, and Tasted

If you’re looking to increase strength, support muscular hypertrophy, and boost your immunity to keep you healthy, the best protein powders can be a handy elixir to keep up with your fitness goals. (1)(2) ... Continue Reading

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