Junk Food – Stop!
November 26, 2008
Junk Food – STOP!
When I first started writing this article I was going to combine the topic of overeating and junk foods together. But because these are two pretty huge problems, so I decided to make this a two part article. This article will focus on Junk Food. What they are, why we can’t avoid them, and why they are so bad for us. In the next article, I’ll get into overeating. Some of you may be overeating but it isn’t necessarily with junk food so it’s important to attack each problem face on.
(Side note…if you haven’t already done so you should definitely sign up for the Free 5 day course to weight loss. The sign up box is to the right. Some of you may think that you don’t need this course, but it is a great way to really become consciously aware of the fundamentals that even athletes should keep in mind when they wake up in the morning). Read more…
Omega 3 Benefits vs Omega 6
November 19, 2008
Omega 3 Benefits vs Omega 6
About Omega’s
Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are both considered to be entirely essential when it comes to good health. The key word is “essential” because our bodies cannot create it and therefore we must obtain it from our diets. Together, Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids play an important role in brain function, stimulating skin & hair growth, maintaining bone health & reproductive capability, and regulating metabolism. There are some differences between the two fatty acids that are important to understand, however.
Omega 3 fatty acids are considered good fats, while a high level of Omega 6 fatty acids Read more…
Weight Loss and Training Video Health Tip 2
November 18, 2008
Cutting Out Sodas: Weight Loss and Training Video Health Tip 2
Today I’d like to talk to you about soda drinks. You already know they aren’t the best for your health since they have sugars such as high fructose corn syrup which is a syrup that has been chemically altered to be used as a cheap sugar in drinks and foods.
Large corporations will try and convince you to believe that these sugars are no different than sugar we find in fruits and many of you have asked me about this. Read more…
Whey Protein Powder
November 17, 2008
Whey Protein Powder
About
Whey protein powder is without a doubt in my opinion the most important supplement for anyone who wants to maintain or gain muscle size, lose body fat or just be healthy overall! Let’s look at why…
Benefits
Whether you are someone who wants to lose weight or gain muscle size and definition, there are a countless number of benefits when it comes to supplementing your diet with whey protein. Another huge bonus is that it is easy to digest and has high bio-availability for your body to make use of. So let’s look at some of the benefits. Read more…
Daniel Craig Workout
November 13, 2008
Daniel Craig Workout
As James Bond: Quantum Solace is released everyone wants to know what kind of program Daniel Craig is on to get so buff. At age 40 he has the physique most guys would kill for!
Well I did some research and his trainer Simon Waterson is an elite personal trainer in the UK who has put together a strength & conditioning program as well as a nutrition plan for Simon Craig.
Let’s take a look at the details of his design… Read more…
Benefits of Acai Berry
November 9, 2008
Benefits of Acai Berry
Many online health sites are recently claiming that the Acai berry is a miracle weight loss fruit which also helps you lower your cholesterol and gain energy.
Are these claims true or fiction?
Well according to my research from medical journals and university studies, these claims have not been tested scientifically in a double blind study. In fact, we are just beginning to understand the complexity and beauty of the health promoting effects which the acai berry holds.
The acai berry is small round purple berry found from the palm trees of the Brazilian Amazon and only contains a little amount of flesh around a large seed (the size of blueberries). Read more…
Weight Loss and Training Video Health Tip 1
November 6, 2008
Benefits of Eating Vegetables: Weight Loss and Training Video Health Tip 1
Now by now you probably already know that nothing really matches vegetables when it comes to the vitamins and minerals they supply your body.
These vitamins and minerals Read more…
CLA – The Secret Fat Loss Formula
November 6, 2008
What is CLA?
CLA stands for Conjugated Linoleic Acid which is a naturally occurring free fatty acid that is found in dairy products and meat (such as beef and lamb).
What are the Benefits of CLA?
CLA has been shown to increase muscle mass while at the same time reducing body fat and acting as an anti-catabolic agent (i.e. slows down your bodies break down of muscle tissue).
But that’s not all. CLA has also been shown to be a powerful antioxidant which has anti-cancer properties where studies have shown the hindrance of tumor growth in mice. Read more…
Benefits of Vitamin C
November 4, 2008
About Vitamin C
Let’s do a quick overview of the importance of Vitamin C.
Well firstly, Vitamin C (aka ascorbic acid) is a water soluble vitamin that humans must obtain through our diet. It is required for the synthesis of collagen which forms the structural component of bone, blood vessels, tendons, and ligaments.
Vitamin C also plays a critical role in our brain in the synthesis of neurotransmitters which directly affects our mood. Furthermore, Vitamin C has two other important functions. It helps transport fat to cells for conversion to energy (i.e. fat burning), and is a highly effective antioxidant. Read more…
