In America, the obesity epidemic is often discussed, but there is another epidemic that is too often overlooked – an epidemic of serotonin deficiency. Serotonin is the hormone in the brain that regulates various moods, and especially happiness. The fact that antidepressants are the most commonly prescribed drug in the world serve to support this […]
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If the goal is losing fat, reducing carbohydrates is a much more effective strategy than reducing fat, according to a new study from Harvard. The study analyzed 53 studies, and looked at more than 67,000 dieters involved. Those who had reduced dietary fat to lose weight were two and a half pounds heavier on average,
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There are a lot of cleansing, detox products on the market, but one of the most effective ones is also the most simple – a glass of water, with added lime juice and salt. That’s it. It’s as simple as it sounds, and has a whole host of health and body composition benefits. Salt has
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For those who lead an active life, whether you play sports, compete in triathlons, or lift weights on a regular basis, injuries are just part of the game. We try our best to stay healthy and do things safely, but regardless of the precautions you take, at some point or another you will most likely
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When trying to diet to very lean levels, often times people get stuck with “stubborn” fat areas – that is, areas that seem much harder to lose than others. This varies person to person, but we often see stubborn fat around the love handles, hips, lower back, glutes, etc… Stubborn fat is actually different on
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It’s common to think that cholesterol, and saturated fat intake, are the reason so many have heart issues later on in life. While this can contribute, it’s definitely not the only reason, and of course it’s possible to consume saturated fat, and cholesterol, in proper amounts without any adverse side effects. So, rather than cutting
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Everyone that works out should follow a specific workout plan that is right for their current goals. So, depending on what you goal is your workout and diet need to be adjusted accordingly. One of the biggest mistakes I see people make in the gym, is that they are not following a specific program, or
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Magnesium is a mineral that acts as a co-factor in over 350 enzymatic processes in the human body; which means it helps aid those processes. It is involved with muscular activity, healthy heart functions, nerve transmissions, regulation of body temperature, bone formation, and many more. Deficiency of magnesium can cause many negative side effects. Negative
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When it comes to losing body fat, one factor that is often overlooked insensitivity. By working to increasesensitivity, you are able to increase the efficiency with which your body can burn fat. Let’s take a look at how all this works. Insulin sensitivity simply refers to how the body is able to manage thethat is
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Leg Extensions: Good or Bad? If you’ve spent any decent amount of time in the fitness industry, you’ve probably heard both amazing and terrible things about the leg extension exercise. Bodybuilders love them for quad building. Strength coaches say they will cause your knees to explode and cripple you. There’s probably some truth to both,
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