Bone broth is one of those food trends. It has been around for decades but gaining some attention recently. Some nutritionists and health fanatics claim bone broth is a miracle food that can alleviate a host of health issues. To start, bone broth is a type of broth that is made by simmering animal bones…
Flaxseeds are trendy in today’s health food culture yet they have been around for thousands of years. They come from flowering Linum usitatissimum plant, they are cultivated for food and fiber. Flaxseeds even have use in the textile industry due to its strong durable fibers found in the plant’s stem. Two tablespoons of ground flaxseed is…
As a personal trainer, you’re always looking for ways to improve your knowledge and skills to better serve your clients. If you have clients who are runners or are interested in running, taking a course on run coaching can be a great way to expand your expertise and enhance your ability to help them achieve…
Rice is a dietary staple for over 3.5 billion people worldwide, as shared in a National Geographic report. As a source of daily sustenance and energy, more than 515 million metric tonnes of rice are consumed yearly. Despite this, rice is often criticised for its high carbohydrate content and association with weight gain. Most fitness…
INTRODUCTION The International Society of Sports Nutrition pointed out that L-carnitine is a common nutrient found in multiple weight loss supplements. This is because many have classified the nutrient as a wonder when it comes to fat loss. However, the opinion of the majority may not be the scientific reality. Therefore, this article examines the…
We are all very familiar with fad diets such as no or low carb, cabbage soup, Atkins, This can go on ad infinitum. Aside from diets, supplements, drugs and even potions – or in this case essential oils – are frequently marketed as miracle weight loss aids. Can essential oils really induce weight loss? What exactly…
Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, tea, and cacao plants. It stimulates the brain and central nervous system, boosting alertness and preventing fatigue. Athletes frequently use caffeine. Historically, it is said that the first tea was brewed in 2737 B.C. Several years later, the coffee bean was discovered by an Ethiopian shepherd who noticed…
Recently, the idea of improving one’s mental performance is gaining some attention. Why not put effort into our mental performance the same way we put effort into our physical health, right? Nootropics are thought to do just that. An ergogenic aid for the brain. Nootropics refer to any substance or dietary supplement that can enhance…
The world of nutrition is no stranger to controversy. Everyone has opinions on specific foods, diets, supplements, and how to prepare foods. Soy is definitely one of those foods. Soy has been accused of decreasing male testosterone, promoting cancer, and interfering with thyroid function. Let’s take a closer look at the science and see if…
β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate, better known as HMB in the bodybuilding world, is touted as being a safe and effective way to improve body composition, aid in recovery and illicit strength gains. HMB is universally recognized as safe and is included under the list of permissible substances according to the International Olympic Committee (IOC). In other words, HMB…
