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11AprApril 11, 2020

Ham Cook Time Calculator

This calculator tells you how much time is needed to properly cook a ham. Select the type of ham, the cut from the drop down menu, enter its weight in pounds, and click calculate.

By KNutrition, Toolscalculator, christmas, cook, food safety, ham, holiday food, thanksgiving

08AprApril 8, 2020

Does soy protein improve body composition?

Diets rich in protein increase thermogenesis, spare muscle protein, and improve glycemic control. Consuming protein before or after exercise also increases protein synthesis1. Put together, these benefits have the potential to improve body composition. Let's take a look at whether or not soy protein has a role to play in...

By KProtein, Supplementsbody composition, body fat, isoflavones, muscle mass, protein, resistance training, soy isoflavones, soy protein, strength training, supplements, whey protein

04JanJanuary 4, 2020

What type of whey protein is best: concentrate, isolate, or hydrolyzed?

The process of making whey protein creates three main products: concentrate, isolate, and hydrolysate (or hydrolyzed whey). The main difference between the three is protein content, the protein's amino acid length, and cost. Does this added cost lead to additional benefits?

By KProtein, Supplementsanimal protein, body fat, hydrolyzed whey, lactose, lean body mass, muscle mass, protein, supplements, whey concentrate, whey hydrolysate, whey isolate, whey protein

15DecDecember 15, 2019

Way too Many Types of Whey Protein

Whey protein is a byproduct of cheese production. Milk is made up of two proteins: whey and casein. To make cheese, the proteins are separated. The protein powder we take after a workout starts its journey as a thin, watery liquid. This liquid is processed, and eventually turns into the...

By KProtein, Supplementsanimal products, animal protein, casein, hydrolyzed whey, milk, protein supplements, supplements, whey concentrate, whey hydrolysate, whey isolate, whey protein

12DecDecember 12, 2019

What is whey protein?

Over the years, whey has become the goto protein for athletes, dieters, and fitness enthusiasts. This series will focus on whey and its ability to deliver on a assortment of claims. We'll discuss whether whey helps with performance, weight loss, muscle building, recovery, and more!

By KProtein, Supplementsamino acids, casein protein, gain muscle, milk, muscle, protein supplements, recovery, supplements, whey protein

11DecDecember 11, 2019

Holiday Turkey Guide

Food safety does not require an enormous amount of effort; it does however, require knowledge and preparation. This Holiday Turkey Guide provides all the necessary steps to create a delicious and safe turkey.

By KArticles, Nutritionchristmas, food safety, holiday, holiday food, leftovers, thanksgiving, thaw time, turkey

30NovNovember 30, 2019

Does soy protein improve cardio?

We don't think of protein as a way to improve cardiovascular performance in the same light as we do with strength gains. If protein improves strength, does it also do the same with cardio? More specifically, does soy protein improve cardiovascular performance?

By KProtein, Supplementsaerobic exercise, cardio, cardiovascular exercise, chocolate milk, cycling, hemp, high intensity, HIIT, post workout meal, pre-workout, protein supplements, running, soy protein, supplements

27OctOctober 27, 2019

Is creatine worth taking?

Creatine is a somewhat rare supplement in that there is plenty of evidence that backs its use. It improves strength, enhances recovery, and increases muscle mass. It does not however, work on every activity. The evidence on creatine use to improve aerobic activity, high intensity exercise, sprints, and decrease body...

By KCreatine, Supplementsaerobic, ATP, body fat, cardio, creatine, creatine cycling, creatine loading, gain muscle, HIIT, muscle, muscle damage, recovery, running, sprints, supplements

14OctOctober 14, 2019

What is the best and most effective diet?

The past decade has seen an explosion of new diet and weight loss strategies. A quick Google search of 'top diets' bombards you with endless options including low carb, DASH, paleo, keto, intermittent fasting, veganism, and even gluten-free strategies.

By KArticles, Dietcalorie deficit, DASH diet, diet, energy balance, gluten free diet, intermittent fasting, junk food, Keto Diet, lifestyle, low carb diets, low fat diets, mediterranean diet, paleo diet, recovery, sleep, vegan, Veganism, vegetarian, Vegetarianism, weight loss

07SepSeptember 7, 2019

Does soy protein make you stronger?

For a long time, animal sourced protein supplements have been seen as superior to plant based ones. With an increased focused on health, plant proteins are getting a second look. There is plenty of research showing the health benefits of replacing animal proteins with plant options. Even so, many are...

By KProtein, Supplementsanimal protein, casein protein, lean body mass, muscle, plant protein, protein synthesis, soy protein, strength, supplements, whey protein