The Absolute WORST Diet Out There
Let's face it. There are A LOT of "diets" out there. Keto, paleo, vegan, intermittent fasting, etc etc. But is there a worst diet? One that I would never tell any of my...
Do you “damage” your metabolism after a long period of dieting?
It has been thought that after a long period of restricting your calories, you may have a permanent adverse effect on metabolism. But what does the literature say? I read...
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
It's the age old adage...
Splenda: Is it really calorie free?
Do you wonder how and why SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener can be nearly free of calories and carbohydrate, even though sucralose, the sweetening ingredient in all SPLENDA® Sweetener Products, starts from sugar...
Is sugar addicting?
We've all heard it. Sugar is addicting. You need to cut out sugar from your diet or you'll never lose weight. But what is the basis for this claim? Is...
Fiber: the optimal intake for keeping your bathroom schedule regular ;)
Hey Everyone! I often get questions about fiber intake needs. Below should help clarify what is needed and what is optimal :) Dietary Fiber Recommendations There's no globally accepted optimal intake for...
The best supplement for weight-loss…sleep!!
Yes, you read that right. There are a ton of "weight-loss" supplements out there. But the best one for losing weight isn't a fancy fat burner, green tea extract, raspberry...
Apple cider vinegar: a cure for all?
There's a lot of buzz about how beneficial apple cider vinegar can be for the body. But are these claims backed by scientific research? Let's take a look. ...
Exercise: good for the body and mind!
People always ask "is exercise needed for weight-loss?" Our answer is always "no it's not," but it can be a good tool to add to improve your results. I...
BCAAs: an important supplement to take for muscle building or expensive flavored water?
If you’re in a nutrition store like the Vitamin Shoppe or GNC you’ll see packed shelves of containers of BCAAs (branched chain amino acids) touting that it will help you...
