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Ingredient Spotlight: Ashwagandha

2018-08-06T10:18:57-07:00Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging|

Ashwagandha, or winter cherry, is considered one of the most prized Ayurvedic herbs in India, similar to what ginseng is in China. The adaptogen has been used safely for more than 3,000 years in Ayurvedic medicine, a system originated in northern India more than 5,000 years ago.

ISSN Position Stand: Nutrient Timing

2018-03-12T08:33:52-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Determining when to eat is just as important as deciding what to eat for both weight loss and athletic performance, yet its importance is often overlooked.

Stay Fit Well into Your 60s

2018-08-06T10:11:08-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Protein|

Gaining weight while losing strength is too often a consequence of getting older. A regular gym routine can help you stay in shape, but even consistent core exercises may not be enough to prevent inevitable muscle weakness and belly-fat gains.

Ingredient Spotlight: Resveratrol

2023-07-25T16:54:12-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Ingredients & Quality|

Resveratrol, a primary bioactive ingredient present in two Isagenix products—CytoActives™ and IsaGenesis®—is a fascinating molecule with an equally fascinating history.

5 Ways to Use e+

2018-08-06T10:18:57-07:00Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being|

The novel combination of naturally sourced caffeine and stress-modulating adaptogens found in e+™ energy shot is what sets it apart from any other energy drink on the market. It’s this unique blend of ingredients that also make its function extremely versatile.

Whey Protein Plus Vitamin D Keeps Muscles Stronger with Age

2018-08-06T10:11:08-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Protein|

One of the challenges of people reaching their golden years is being able to meet their nutrition requirements, particularly as it comes to protein and vitamin D necessary for supporting muscle and bone health.

Creatine Plus Carbs Gives Endurance Athletes Breakaway Speed

2018-08-06T10:18:57-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Performance, Team Isagenix|

Creatine is often overlooked by endurance athletes. But combining the supplement with carbohydrates might just be the winning combination for late-stage breakaway moments during competition.

Protein: What You Need to Know

2018-08-06T10:18:57-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Nutrient Timing, Performance, Protein, Team Isagenix|

In its most recent position stand on protein, the International Society of Sports Nutrition, or ISSN, wrote that exercising individuals need approximately 1.4 to 2.0 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day (1).

Exercise Moderately for a Stronger Immune System

2022-05-17T11:00:39-07:00Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Immune Health, Nutrient Timing, Performance|

Working out can be a tricky balancing act when it comes to how it affects your immune system. The sweet spot for a beneficial effect on immunity is with moderate exercise followed by adequate recovery periods in between workouts.

Podcast: AMPED for Men

2018-04-12T16:12:34-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Latest Podcasts, Nutrient Timing, Performance, Protein, Science Talks, Team Isagenix|

In an earlier podcast, we discussed the AMPED™ products and their impact on female athletes. Now, Dr. Paul Biondich puts the focus on men’s performance and provides recommendations for using the line.