When winning is at stake, many athletes aim to boost their performance with ergogenic aids and nutritional supplements that not only give an extra edge, but also help meet their dietary needs. It can be difficult to tell the difference between a high-quality product and one that may contain ingredients that lead to a positive drug test.
Podcast: Why Women Should Use AMPED Products Too
On this call, kinesiologist Dr. Katie Carpenter breaks down many of the misconceptions that deter women from the use of sports products, including confusion about bloating and gaining too much muscle.
How Much Caffeine Should You Have to Sharpen Your Mind?
For most of us, caffeine is a normal part of life. Estimates are that over 80 percent of people in the United States enjoy a caffeinated beverage each day, and those numbers are increasing.
Does Occupation Affect Vitamin D Levels?
Approximately 40 percent of the entire United States population does not attain enough vitamin D optimal for health. In fact, a new study published by BMC Public Health journal suggests that those with indoor occupations are more likely to have low vitamin D levels.
Concerned About Gout? Consult Your Doctor
Nearly 4 percent of adults are affected by gout, which can harm joints if left untreated (1). Since diet and lifestyle are important factors for managing this painful problem, it’s important to talk to your doctor before you make any big changes, such as starting a new eating plan or losing weight.
Creatine: What You Need to Know
The use of creatine as a nutritional supplement is safe, effective, and ethical, according to the recent position published by the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN).
How Athletes Can Beat the Outdoor Heat
Ever try working out in scorching temperatures? For athletes, runners, or anyone who enjoys outdoor exercise, five minutes in the open air may feel exhausting with the sun’s heat draining the energy out of their bodies.
How to Stay Fit in Your Prime
If you’re finding it more difficult to maintain your figure as you get older, you’re not alone.
Middle age brings many physical and physiological changes that can lead to weight gain and muscle loss, particularly for women.
Podcast: The Beet Juice Revolution
Nitrates and beet juice supplements have taken the sports nutrition world by storm – and for good reason. Listen as Director of Science Communications David Despain, M.S., dives into some of the latest studies involving nitrates and explains how they work in the body to enhance performance and decision making.
Older Adults Who Evenly Distribute Protein Intake Have Increased Muscle Strength
Check and double check the labels on the back of products prior to consumption, log the total number of calories per meal or snack, and fit in a daily exercise routine to keep muscle intact.
Sounds like the perfect plan for healthy aging, right?