

By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I know that branch chain amino acids (BCAAs) are popular supplements for people who are strength training. But I’m not a huge fan of whey. Are there any other sources of BCAA? A: There is a great misconception that BCAAs are…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I try to maintain an active lifestyle and am an avid runner. However, I know that distance running can sap my body of important nutrients. After running nine miles and perspiring heavily, what nutrients does my body need to…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
We are seeing more and more cases of A-fib and the medical management that such a diagnosis requires. But in an article in Medscape, Dr. John Mandrola writes that his approach to treating patients with atrial fibrillation has changed “completely…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: Why is it so difficult for some people to build muscle? I have been lifting weights for twenty years and have seen no increase whatsoever in my arms and legs. My son has the same problem. I have had testosterone…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: Which is preferable for health and conditioning, long, grueling marathons or relatively short bursts of intense aerobic activity? Some say the latter is more natural. A: Let me first say, I think all forms of exercise are beneficial to…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Stuart Tomc
Last spring, the innovative formulators at CV Sciences launched Relief, an ingenious way to augment the pain-relieving properties of CBD. It was so popular that they sold out within months! Now, Relief is back in stock and you can once…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Alan Frost, Founder and President of FlavaNaturals
Chocolate joins the pantheon of functional foods like tea, berries, and coffee—I obtain a mental and physical performance edge with my daily intake of cocoa flavanols. With Heart Health Month officially underway, there’s no better time to indulge in heart-healthy…read more
Categories: Exercise
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
As millions of Americans resolve to get into better shape for the new year, questions inevitably arise: What are the relative benefits of endurance vs. strength training? What’s the ideal ratio? And does it depend on the individual, their health…read more
Categories: Exercise
Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Once again, consumers have been regaled with misleading headlines about the alleged harms of red…
Q: How do I determine what’s a healthy weight for me? I’m a 49-year-old female…
“Make sure you stay well hydrated!” As a health imperative, it seems a little lightweight—unless…
The Best-Researched Nutrients for Supporting Brain Healing and Cognitive Function, Part 1
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