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How Important Is Fiber, Really?
When optimizing athletic performance, creatine and protein powder often come to mind. What if it's actually dietary fiber that should get the attention? In addition to better digestion, fiber aids satiety, ... Continue Reading
Do Artificial Sweeteners Make You Fat?
Artificial sweeteners are sugar substitutes that add sweetness to foods without the calories of natural sugars. While they offer no nutritional value and are low or ... Continue Reading
The Best Budget Meal Delivery Services of 2025 (Yes, They’re Actually Good)
Nutrition is half of the equation when it comes to improving your health and wellness. For those wanting added convenience when it comes to grocery shopping and meal prep, Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RDN, ... Continue Reading
The Perfect Pre-Workout Meal According to Science
Why do some workouts feel epic while others suck? Diet habits can make or break progress. Fueling performance is more nuanced than many realize, and you shouldn’t wing it. Renaissance Periodization's ... Continue Reading
Can Science Build the Perfect Diet? — “Salt the Hell out of Your Protein”
Is there a perfect diet that provides all the essential micro- and macronutrients in the right balance, including healthy fats, lean protein, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and carbs, while ... Continue Reading
Beef Actually Isn’t Bad for Your Heart?!
Beef is a rich and high-quality source of protein, but its impact on cardiovascular health has long been a topic of concern. Due to its high saturated fat content, many believe consuming beef elevates the ... Continue Reading
You Might Not Need as Much Protein as You Think
Protein, a vital macronutrient of amino acids, is essential for the body to repair tissues, build and grow muscles, and support overall development. Research recommends a daily protein intake of 0.8 ... Continue Reading
5 Nutrition Lessons to Master Early
Many follow a solid workout program but see minimal progress, even after years of training. Diet is a common culprit, as it’s easy to miscalculate or neglect, but it plays a vital role in muscle growth and ... Continue Reading
Polyunsaturated vs. Saturated Fat — Are Seed Oils Toxic?
Seed oils, mainly polyunsaturated fats, are popular for cooking due to their versatility, high smoke point, and affordability. These oils, derived from soybeans, sunflowers, and canola seeds, have become ... Continue Reading
Is Eating Before Bed Actually Bad?
Some argue that late-night eating is a recipe for poor sleep and fat gain. Others swear skipping bedtime nutrition limits muscle gain. Who’s right? While research suggests eating close to bedtime isn't ... Continue Reading
5 Straightforward Weight Loss Tips From an Olympia Champion
Losing weight requires discipline, consistency, and planning. Former Women’s Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey recently unwrapped her top five straightforward weight loss tips that you can apply ... Continue Reading
Do Artificial Sweeteners Impact Diet Quality?
Can artificially sweetened drinks be helpful weight loss tools, or are they secretly sabotaging health and fitness goals? Dr. Layne Norton dissected recent research favoring “diet” products and explained ... Continue Reading
How Many Extra Calories Should Cheat Day Have?
Is it better to have a cheat meal or a cheat day? T Nutrition and Fitness (TNF) CEO Joel Twinem prefers “structured cheat days,” counting calories and macronutrients for one giant meal. As a ... Continue Reading
What Should You Drink to Stay Legit Hydrated
Hydration is vital to health and physical performance. While it seems common sense that drinking water is the most efficient way to stay hydrated, is that true? Are there more hydrating beverages than ... Continue Reading
What’s Science Say About Intermittent Fasting For Women’s Hormones?
Intermittent fasting is a prolonged period without eating, often praised for its potential health benefits, including improved insulin regulation, weight management, enhanced cognitive function, ... Continue Reading
Does Drinking Alcohol Have Any Health Benefits?
Wines, beers, and liquor are staples in many social traditions, but excessive alcohol consumption can have serious adverse effects on health. (1) Despite these risks, some argue ... Continue Reading
Too Much Protein Bad For Your Kidneys? Think Again
Protein, often called the building block of life, comprises amino acids. The body uses amino acids to repair muscles, strengthen bones, and fuel daily activities. (1) While protein is vital for muscle ... Continue Reading
Better Understanding “Calories In, Calories Out” for Weight Loss (or Gain)
Despite what some people want you to believe, calories do matter. While certain factions of the health and fitness community seem committed to ignoring the golden rule of calories in, calories out ... Continue Reading
Nutrition and Strength Training Guidance for Trans and Nonbinary Athletes: New Study
Whether you’re a long-time gym lover or just someone who’s trying to get a grasp on the best nutritional strategies for your body, you might have some trouble finding training advice or nutrition guidance ... Continue Reading
Lean Bulking Is Hard — Here Are 3 Tips to Get It Right
On social media, Gen Z calls it the “winter arc” — the period between the end of summer’s warmth and the following spring. It’s typically when bodybuilders embrace lean bulking. If you’re bundling up ... Continue Reading
Top Plant Sources of Protein: Veggie Diet Recommendations from a Dietitian and a Vegetarian
If you’re tired of the same old protein shakes or just want to cut back on meat, you’re in luck — plants are here to save the day. From seeds to legumes, the top plant sources of protein deliver the ... Continue Reading
How to Bulk: The Ultimate Guide to Gaining Size
“Eat more.” That’s what most fresh-faced trainees hear when they ask the big guy in the weight room how to move up a couple shirt sizes. While not the most poetic way to explain muscle growth, “eat ... Continue Reading
The 5 Best Protein Shake Recipes for Weight Gain, From a PhD in Nutrition
When it comes to building muscle and gaining weight, intense workouts are only part of the equation. Nutrition is key to optimizing muscle growth, and protein — often referred to as the building block of ... Continue Reading