The Handy-Dandy, Exhaustive Guide To Vitamins & Minerals; Complete From Vitamin A to Zinc [Part 1]
The convoluted, vast world of vitamins and minerals is nauseating. We’ve stockpiled the dead simple ins-and-outs for each major vitamin, including main functions and the best sources.
Read More[Uberfood] Goji Berries — The Unheralded, Do-It-All, Performance-Enhancing Powerberries
Goji berries — oblong, atomic red-orange, nutritional bombs — are the Justin Timberlakes of the food world; do-it-all, nutrient-engorged powerhouses that are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and even vegan-friendly protein. We take a 360 degree look at goji berries and review their potent health, performance, and nutritional benefits.
Read More[Recipes] FOR SCIENCE! Meet The NorCal Margarita, The Leanest Drink On Earth
Meet the NorCal Margarita, the leanest drink on earth. This refreshing, Paleo-friendly cocktail leverages the superpowers of science to help you drink more for less and keep your body lean, fit, and defined while boozing.
Read MorePart III: Science-Backed Supplement Recommendations — The Simple, Beginner’s Guide To Strength And Muscle-Building
We’ve weeded through the industry and pulled out only the most effective, science-backed supplements.
Read More[Study] Diet Soda Causes 60% Increase In Diabetes Risk Over Regular Soda
Stop messing around — if you haven’t already, cut diet soda out of your life completely. New research found that diet soda drinkers were up to 60% more likely to develop type-II diabetes than those who drank an equal amount of regular soda.
Read MorePrevent A Sad, Sick Winter With The Top 39 Vitamin C Foods
With the flu going bananas and hitting epidemic levels, and the always-lurking threat of a Wintertime cold, it’s absolutely critical to crank up your immunity in whatever way possible. Your surefire, au natural, dietary defense — Vitamin C. Get all of the details on Vitamin C and a full list of the top 39 sources inside.
Read MoreOrganic, Organic, Organic — What Does Organic Really Mean? [Infographic]
Despite tremendous growth and popularity, most people don’t really know what organic means and which organic foods are worth the investment. Get the visual details on all things organic inside.
Read MoreThe 30 Healthiest Fruits On Earth — The Ultimate Fruit Health Rankings
We’ve crunched the numbers and ranked 30 of the healthiest fruits based on 12 dimensions of nutrition, including omega-3’s, antioxidants &the Glycemic Index. What’s THE healthiest fruit on earth? Get the definitive answer inside.
Read MoreAntioxidants 101 — The Comprehensive Step-By-Step Guide To Antioxidants
Antioxidants are power super enzymes that prevent diseases, create glowing skin, and increase longevity. Take Antioxidants 101 and you’ll learn EXACTLY what antioxidants do, how they work, and which foods are the ultimate antioxidant powerhouses.
Read MoreFact or Fiction - You Shouldn’t Eat Before Working Out
In this week’s Fact or Fiction column we address whether or not you should eat before working out, and if so, what makes the perfect pre-workout meal.
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