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The health and fitness world is always changing, following both research and trends. And, each year, there is always more to learn. So, to keep you up-to-date, here are some of the top healthy food trends of 2017. 1) Plant-based Proteins – For a very long time, the realm of protein has been thoroughly dominated by animal-based products. Steadily, though, plant-based proteins have become more and more common. Along with being vegan-friendly, these unsung proteins are full of potent micronut...

The health and fitness world is always changing, following both research and trends. And, each year, there is always more to learn. So, to keep you up-to-date, here are some of the top healthy food trends of 2017. 1) Plant-based Proteins – For a very long time, the realm of protein has been thoroughly dominated by animal-based products. Steadily, though, plant-based proteins have become more and more common. Along with being vegan-friendly, these unsung proteins are full of potent micronut...

Now that we are several weeks deep into January, things are starting to change. Specifically, we are well beyond the New Year's Resolution threshold. All of those promises to oneself – which are most commonly about losing weight - have already been made. Unfortunately, February is quickly approaching – the month in which most people give up on their resolutions. So, how can you protect yourself from falling in this frustrating pattern? The answer might come from a surprising source: whey p...

Now that we are several weeks deep into January, things are starting to change. Specifically, we are well beyond the New Year's Resolution threshold. All of those promises to oneself – which are most commonly about losing weight - have already been made. Unfortunately, February is quickly approaching – the month in which most people give up on their resolutions. So, how can you protect yourself from falling in this frustrating pattern? The answer might come from a surprising source: whey p...

Nutrition, in general, is a fairly broad and controversial topic. In fact, one of the most hotly contested aspects of diet is actually one that is so very basic to human health that it's fairly surprising how little the experts can agree on. Specifically, we're talking about macronutrient balance – or how much of your daily caloric intake should come from each nutrient. The Basics To start us out, let's just talk about some of the general recommendations made regarding macronutrient bal...

Nutrition, in general, is a fairly broad and controversial topic. In fact, one of the most hotly contested aspects of diet is actually one that is so very basic to human health that it's fairly surprising how little the experts can agree on. Specifically, we're talking about macronutrient balance – or how much of your daily caloric intake should come from each nutrient. The Basics To start us out, let's just talk about some of the general recommendations made regarding macronutrient bal...

If you've spent any time around the health and fitness world, you've probably heard of macronutrients. But what, exactly, is a macronutrient? More importantly why do they matter so much? The Broad Definition Put simply, a macronutrient is a nutrient that your body requires in large quantities – typically because these substances are used for fuel. Generally, fats, protein and carbohydrates are listed as macros but some experts add water to the list as well. This inclusion is a little...

If you've spent any time around the health and fitness world, you've probably heard of macronutrients. But what, exactly, is a macronutrient? More importantly why do they matter so much? The Broad Definition Put simply, a macronutrient is a nutrient that your body requires in large quantities – typically because these substances are used for fuel. Generally, fats, protein and carbohydrates are listed as macros but some experts add water to the list as well. This inclusion is a little...

People take protein powder for lots of different reasons. Generally, though, the main idea is to develop a lean physique with plenty of powerful muscle and as little fat as possible. But, sometimes concerns arise when people look at the nutrition information on the tub of their favorite protein powder. After all, there is a pretty significant amount of calories packed into even the highest-quality protein supplements. So, is it possible for protein powder to work against your weight loss e...

People take protein powder for lots of different reasons. Generally, though, the main idea is to develop a lean physique with plenty of powerful muscle and as little fat as possible. But, sometimes concerns arise when people look at the nutrition information on the tub of their favorite protein powder. After all, there is a pretty significant amount of calories packed into even the highest-quality protein supplements. So, is it possible for protein powder to work against your weight loss e...