Apples are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber but that’s not the only reason to munch down on one. Research shows apples contain a natural chemical called ursolic acid that may help with fat loss and muscle gains. Read on discover more about this intriguing compound in apples.
Amino acids from protein are the building blocks for muscle growth. If you exercise, you need more protein than a sedentary person – but do you need to eat protein at every meal? Find out whether protein timing really matters – or not.
Appetite hormones control your appetite, no surprise there. Some appetite hormones like leptin reduce your desire to eat while other like ghrelin increases hunger. Unfortunately, sometimes appetite hormones are out of balance and work against efforts to lose weight. Read on and discover five ways for taming your appetite hormones.
Aging is something most people worry about to some degree. Most people think they’re old when they reach a certain chronological age, but a new study shows why the age on your birth certificate doesn’t always mean what you think it does. What counts is your biological age. Find out why.
You often hear people say that whole grain foods are unhealthy and should be avoided. Is there any truth to this idea? Find out what research shows about whole grains – the dietary components they offer and whether they have health benefits. You might be surprised.
Only 20% of Americans get the recommended amount of exercise – 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. Ask most people why and they’ll tell you they don’t have time – but is that the real reason? Find out what research shows.
There are a variety of ways to structure a strength training routine. You can train your entire body during each session or use a variety of split schedules. One type of split consists of training a single body part muscle group each session, meaning you’re working each body part about once per week. What are the pros and cons of using this approach?
Extra-virgin olive oil is rich heart-healthy, monounsaturated fat and polyphenol antioxidants. Despite its reputation as being a healthy oil, some people avoid cooking with it because they believe it forms damaging compounds when exposed to heat. Is there any truth to this?
What’s the verdict on late night snacking? Does it or does it not make it harder to control your weight? Find out what recent research shows about this issue and how to tame the late-night snacking beast.
Surveys show a growing number of people who are overweight or obese don’t believe they have a weight problem. Is the movement towards accepting your weight, even when it’s too high, going too far? Find out why this trend is jeopardizing health.
A gluten-free diet is all the rage right now. A number of people are convinced their digestive issues and lack of energy come from consuming gluten, but is gluten sensitivity as common as people think? See what research shows about the prevalence of gluten sensitivity and when it’s not so smart to go gluten-free.
These days, more people are focused on toning and defining their glute muscles. The problem is many glute exercises also develop your legs, something you may not want. Is it possible to strengthen and enlarge your buttocks without adding significant size to your thighs? Find out.
