As summer approaches, running in the heat can become grueling as your endurance drops while the temperature rises. New research out of Australia proposes a simple method for increasing workout endurance on a hot day: drink a slushie first. The … Read More
“Fat burners.” At this point, you have probably turned a skeptical eye towards, well, all of them. Hopefully we have helped you understand a little more about the essential roles both diet and exercise play in weight management. Sometimes, though, … Read More
Rockstar. Monster. Red Bull. That’s not a list of NFL teams, video games or rock bands, but some of the most popular energy drinks on the market. Whether to boost energy for sports, or just to get through the day … Read More
You already know that caffeine can help keep you alert, increasing your focus and concentration when you need to finish that paper or get through that Monday 8:00 am meeting. (Of course, too much may keep you up at the … Read More
In light of a recent Consumer Reports investigation that found traces of heavy metals in many different commercial protein drinks, it’s worth evaluating the hotly-debated topic of protein supplementation. The good news, whether you’re concerned about a little lead in your … Read More
Glucosamine is now one of the top-selling dietary supplements in the United States. It is used by many older adults at risk for or suffering from osteoarthritis, a population that is exploding as baby boomers now enter their 50s and … Read More
Some post-workout soreness for a day or so may be a small price to pay for keeping fit and strong, but what if a common kitchen spice could help reduce your pain costs even further? New research from the University … Read More
