All living things use amino acids, which are molecules used to make protein. Humans need 20 different amino acids to function. That’s because amino acids do so many things for our bodies, including: Helping to break down and digest food Growing and repairing muscle and body tissue Producing hormones and neurotransmitters Providing energy Supporting our […]
Amino acids are an essential part of proteins, which are the building blocks of the body. Proteins are “large, complex molecules that are critical for the normal functioning of the human body†and are essential for the “structure, function, and regulation of the body’s tissues and organs.†Since proteins are made up of hundreds of […]
If you’re an athlete, or just enjoy being fit, you probably want to get the most out of your workout every time. While logging more hours on the treadmill, benching a higher weight, or finally taking that pilates class may be a good start, it’s important that you don’t overtax your muscles and that you […]
Plant Protein is an alternative to protein sourced from dairy, and may be ideal for vegan and vegetarian diets. Protein from plants also comes with a host of benefits. Plant protein does not contain lactose, is allergen free, contains less fat and cholesterol. These proteins also synthesize slower in the digestive system, which may help curb […]
Welcome to Day 1 of The Detox Guide series! I am excited to share information about this process with all of you, and I am hoping it will help you be even more successful with your efforts. Today’s topic is your food plan. Obviously, there are foods you are going to need to avoid, but […]
What causes cravings? Research often suggested that cravings were a result of some sort of nutritional deficiency. Women’s Health Magazine published an article suggesting that when we have food cravings, it may be our body’s way of letting us know we’re missing valuable nutrients. For example, the article points out that if we crave chocolate, […]
Has true scientific journalism and fair and balanced reporting has been lost on Consumer Reports (CR)  I cancelled my online subscription to CR some time ago after I read an article that I thought gave a very biased anti-supplement review. The recent their September edition titled 10 Surprising Dangers of Vitamins and Supplements just affirms my […]
Do you sleep well? Sometimes I have trouble sleeping. I’ve tried a number of natural sleep remedies and recently found one that’s especially good. In addition to adding more B vitamins to my diet, I tried the bioactive milk peptides you’ll read about in the article below from Life Extension. Sleep deprivation is just plain […]
