What do you do after a workout? Hopefully, you reach for a recovery snack that contains protein. Here are three, compelling reasons you need protein and amino acids after a workout.
Protein – it’s the most satiating of the macronutrients. Yet, one type of protein may be MORE filling than the others. Which is better, plant-based protein or animal protein?
Hopefully, you plan on training for the rest of your life, but as you enter the second half of life, you might want to make a few changes to your routine after the age of 50. Here are five to consider.
The composition of what you eat matters in terms of health – but what about meal sequencing – the order in which you eat it? There’s growing evidence that consuming macronutrients in a certain sequence can change how it impacts your body.
It’s no surprise that you need protein to build muscle and you need it throughout the day – but what about at bedtime? Can consuming protein before going to sleep help you build more muscle by increasing muscle protein synthesis?
Protein is the most satiating macronutrient, more so than carbohydrates and fat. But you find protein in both animal and plant-based foods. Which of these two sources of protein is MOST satiating?
Do you drink dairy milk or do you prefer one of the growing number of non-dairy milk alternatives? Not all milk alternatives are the same. Here are some tips for choosing the best milk alternatives that meet your needs.
The recommended amount of protein you need if you exercise is based on your body weight. The idea is that you need more post-workout protein if you have more lean body mass. Now, a new study calls this idea into question. Get the full scoop.
Macronutrients – you know what they are but are you eating a balanced array? This article discusses the three macronutrients, why each is important, and how cutting back on a particular macronutrient works against you.
Plant-based diets are growing in popularity. But what if you lift weights? Is it harder to build muscle on a Plant-based diet that continues little or no meat or dairy? Find out.
Protein is an essential macronutrient you need for muscle function and for health. According to a new study, consuming a diet higher in protein may have benefits for older, overweight individuals. Find out why.
Protein is the most satiating of all the macronutrients and one you need more of if you do high-intensity exercise or resistance training. Research also shows a high-protein diet helps with weight loss. Now a new study shows an unexpected benefit of consuming more protein when dieting. Find out what it is.
