Diet and nutrition articles on topics relevant for certified personal trainers and their clients.
The topic of whether to take over-the-counter supplements as a way of gaining an athletic edge often sparks debates on both sides of the fence. Creatine, a substance naturally produced in the human...
As personal trainers -- and those aspiring to the field -- surely know, every client with whom we interact deserves a personalized program in order to achieve results. The stepping stones on this...
From caffeinated coffee to ayurvedic herbs, nootropic substances keep popping up in relation to overall wellness. Here we shall delve into the topic, highlighting some of the more common nootropics...
The need for sustainable food proteins, a focal point of interest among agricultural scientists and health professionals for years, continues to spiral. As our global population enlarges, on target...
After amino acids have been taken up into muscle tissue, they serve two basic purposes with respect to muscle conditioning.
Most health and fitness professionals have come to accept the premise that more omega-3 fatty acids in the diet can help control inflammation and heart health. However, the picture gets muddied when...
Nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving fitness goals, and understanding how to read a nutrition facts panel is a crucial skill for anyone on a fitness journey. As a personal trainer, empowering...
Is it possible for a “clean” protein source to work against your muscle-gaining goals and harbor toxic chemicals and artificial sweeteners? The answer may terrify personal trainers and their...
Perhaps the time-worn expression “having a gut feeling” holds more potency than any of us realized. Studies of the intestinal gut microbiome reveal how disturbances in its biodiversity can affect...
Recent research has surprised scientists and befuddled nutrition experts by announcing a data-based finding that diabetics consuming ½ cup of ice cream have a lowered incidence of developing...
