Best is defined as, "the most excellent, effective, or desirable type or quality" and when it comes to working out, everyone thinks their approach is the most excellent or effective. With an almost endless amount of workout routines to choose from, one of them has to be the best, right? The...
Fats, carbohydrates and proteins are a group of nutrients known as the macronutrients. Macronutrients are the body's source of energy (calories) fueling daily activities, exercise and recovery from injuries. Protein is a special macronutrient because unlike fats and carbs, it provides the building blocks for all tissue within the body....
There are very few single nutrients capable of having a profound impact on overall health. One such nutrient is fiber. When consumed on a regular basis, fiber decreases cholesterol levels, reduces cravings, lowers blood pressure, keeps bowel movements regular and aids in weight management. Many label fiber a superfood because...
One of the most important "secrets" to reaching any diet or exercise goal is counting calories. Whenever I tell people to count their calories, I hear complaints about how tedious it is. Some people insist they accurately estimate their calorie intake and don't need to count. Others don't understand the...
When someone asks me a diet or exercise question, they sometimes get annoyed at the complexity of the answer I give them. Many people think there's one secret, one key unlocking the path to every diet and exercise goal. If they could only find the one perfect exercise, diet trick...
