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Editorial By Cassie Evans In the traditional sense, the word diet refers to what foods a person regularly consumes. Yet the average person uses the

EDITORIAL BY CASSIE EVANS Numerous trainers and practitioners have all heard the infamous line  “I am doing everything right, eating nutritious foods, exercising and still

Introduction Amino acids supplements are generally effective for muscle growth. The effects of amino acids on muscle gain are captured in research and studies recorded

Flaxseeds are trendy in today’s health food culture yet they have been arounf for thousands of years. They from flowering Linum usitatissimum plant, they are

Introduction Water and hydration is an enormous part of our existence, however, that it is often taken for granted. It has proven to be a

At the beginning of the new year, reflecting on the changes and trends of the past few years serves as a valuable compass for guiding

Our gastrointestinal tract or gut is home to over a trillion of microorganisms. This is collectively known as the gut microbiota or gut microbiome. These

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,

So far, science on NMN is still on the speculative levels as nothing has fully been proven conclusive for  human benefits or use. A majority

The ketogenic diet (KD) has garnered significant attention in both scientific circles and mainstream media for its potential benefits in weight loss, metabolic health, and

Last week, I attended the International Society for Sports Nutrition’s annual conference in sunny South Florida. What’s could possibly be better than the latest science

Editorial By Cassie Evans Sugar is one of those things that is the source of heated debates. People frequently express being addicted to sugar or

Editorial By Cassie Evans The Health At Every Size movement, HAES for short, is another polarized topic in today’s society. Social media posts seem to

Mustering the energy and motivation to workout can be a challenge. Although some people are ready to workout at any given time, all of us

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

Introduction Many supplements and nutritional aids are widely advertised, used, and sold to athletes and individuals. In the cause of promotion, marketers state many things

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

Q:What do HIIT workouts, cyclocross, lifting weights, and 100 mile days have in common? A:They all require fueling that matches the effort. Performance Advantages Energy

Not every supplement lives up to the claims you see on their labels. While some can improve sports performance, others may waste your money or