Catching a cold, the flu, or some other illness that is going around can impact your entire life. Not only do you feel awful, but you may have to miss work or miss out on events and activities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that just the...
“No pain, no gain” doesn’t always have to be your motto for staying in shape. In fact, too much pain may be detrimental to physical performance. Extreme pain may even come from overworking muscle groups during your workout, which can slow your results. Investing...
We've all heard the many grass fed beef benefits, like how it is one of the best protein choices out there. But do you know WHY that is? And is it the truth or just one more marketing claim? It can be hard to cut through all the hype to find the cold, hard facts about...
Protein shakes can be a healthy and convenient addition to your diet. They can help you meet your daily protein needs, support healthy muscles, help you manage your weight and can also make for a great snack or meal replacement. But just because something is healthy...
It seems like everywhere you look these days, there’s talk about macronutrients and which one is better. And while fat, protein and carbohydrates each serve important purposes, protein often stands out above the rest. One reason this may be is because...
Packaged snack foods like chips, pretzels and crackers can be high in carbohydrates and easy to overeat. Most people metabolize these foods quickly and are left feeling hungry because these snacks lack the protein, fat and fiber that help fill you up, slow digestion...