False fat, or excess inflammation and bloating around the midsection, can account for pounds of excess weight many people battle. Proponents of False Fat diets point out many dieters struggle with an extra five or ten pounds of weight - especially around the midsection - not for lack of exercise or overindulgence, but because they’re eating the wrong foods.
If you do the same fitness routine too long, you’ll stop seeing results. Not to mention the boredom factor. How do you know when it’s time to make a change? Here are four signs your exercise routine could use a shake-up.
Staying hydrated should be a priority for any athlete. This article discusses how hydration affects exercise performance and how to prevent dehydration.
Are weekend overindulgences making it harder for you to lose weight? They may be doing more damage than you think. Find out what research shows about weekends and weight control, and how to indulge on the weekend without gaining weight.
Do you enjoy the taste of grilled meat? There’s a little known fact about grilled meats. They can increase your risk of colon cancer. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the damage. Discover these four healthy grilling tips that could save your health.
Think you have to lift heavy to build lean body mass? A new study challenges this assumption. Find out what new research shows about lifting lighter weights and the effect is has on body composition and strength. You may be surprised.
Can the smell of the food you eat help you control your weight? That’s what a new research study suggests. Find out how the aroma of food affects portion size and how to use food odors to your advantage.
Female athletes and women who exercise need to be concerned about nutrition. Not only is it necessary to monitor amounts of macronutrients like protein, fat and carbs, micronutrients are important too. Here are three important minerals that female athletes need to be aware of.
Still sipping a sports drink to recover after a workout? Try tomato juice instead. A new study shows that sipping tomato juice may protect cells against oxidative damage that occurs during an intense workout. Find out why tomato juice helps and the other benefits of sipping this bright red beverage.
Men and women both need certain macronutrients, vitamins and minerals in their diets, but women need more of certain dietary components. This article discusses the unique nutritional needs of women and what women need for optimal nutrition and health.
