Ingredient Spotlight: Peppermint
Peppermint is a perennial herb — meaning it lives more than two years — native to Europe and Asia, naturalized in the northern U.S. and Canada, and now cultivated in many parts of the world. [...]
7 Reasons to Move More and Sit Less
For the first time since 2008, new U.S. federal guidelines for physical activity have been released. The guidelines recommend that all adults engage in at least 150 minutes of physical activity that elevates the heart [...]
Should You Have Carbs Before You Work Out?
Sugar is supposed to be bad, right? Isn’t the goal of exercise to rid yourself of all the damage done by eating carbohydrates in excess? While it may seem counterintuitive, the reality is that a [...]
Podcast: Tips for Managing Stress
Trainer: Taylor Malham, Nutrition Education Specialist We are coming up on the most wonderful — and stressful — time of year! Before the holiday season kicks off, now is the time to [...]
Nutrient Timing: Secrets to Optimal Body Composition (part 2)
Trainer: Paul Arciero, Ph.D., Scientific Advisory Board Member Whether your goal is to build muscle or decrease body fat, nutrient timing and macronutrient intake are crucial to achieving your goals. Scientific Advisory [...]
When Moms Make Time for Healthy Choices, Kids Benefit, Too
Moms invest a large amount of time in taking care of their families, but research shows that kids can benefit when moms take time to focus on their own well-being, too. In a long-term, population-based [...]
What You Should Know About Controlling Cholesterol
High blood cholesterol can have serious consequences for heart health. You can take charge of your cholesterol levels through healthy lifestyle choices.
Cholesterol isn’t all bad. In your body, cholesterol serves several important functions.
Training for Explosive Action With AMPED Nitro
The term explosive action in sport science and athletics is a real, highly sought-after result of training that could mean serious competitive gains for athletes. In team sports, such as basketball or soccer, explosive action [...]
Wellmune for Weekend Warriors
For those of us with busy lifestyles during the week, the weekend represents an opportunity for more intense workouts. However, this kind of infrequent physical activity on a weekly basis can be difficult on the [...]
Help Reduce Post-Workout Soreness With AMPED NOx
You may know and love AMPED™ NOx for its benefits to increase blood flow and prevent fatigue, but did you know it may help improve delayed onset muscle soreness – or DOMS – after intense [...]