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Is Chocolate Milk Good For You After a Workout? 5 Reasons Why It Is!

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An increasing body of research (e.g., Karp et al., 2006; Pritchett et al., 2009) is supporting the effects of chocolate milk as an effective post-workout beverage. One group of researchers from Indiana University investigated the effects of drinking chocolate milk following a workout in a group of elite cyclists. Following a series of interval workouts, one group of athletes consumed servings of chocolate milk while a control consumed another commercial…

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Vitamin D Toxicity: How Much Vitamin D is Too Much?

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As a Registered Dietitian, one of the questions I hear often is concerning Vitamin D. How much Vitamin D is too much? Where do I get it? Why is it important? Vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin” is a fat-soluble vitamin that comes in several forms. One of the largest roles Vitamin D plays in the human body is in calcium metabolism.  Maintenance of blood calcium is vital…

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Indigo-3G™ – the Magic Pill of Bodybuilding?

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Recently T-Nation announced an upcoming Biotest product called Indigo-3G, a cutting-edge nutrition repartitioning supplement. The claims that they make on this product makes it sound like the magic pill for getting you in the best shape of your life by repartitioning nutrients into muscle instead of fat.
How Does It Work?
The long article goes into details about the effects of the supplement on fat cells, muscle cells, and liver cells,…

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Nutrition Recommendations for High-Intensity Training

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Proper nutrition is an essential component to any training regimen.  HIgh-intensity training combined with poor nutrition can lead to mediocre results and decreased immune function.  Implement these nutritional principles into your daily routine to improve your results and your health!

Hydrate: It is recommended that an athlete consume 20-24ounces of water for every pound of body weight lost during exercise.  In general, drink enough water that your urine is a…

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Acai Berry Myth or Miracle Fruit?

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Everyone has been talking about Acai berries as the nutritional miracle. Is this really based on fact or is it all just a scam?
The Facts About These Tiny Berries
Acai (pronounced ( ah-sigh-EE ) is a fruit that grows on Acai Palm Trees in the Amazon Rainforest of Brazil. The Acai berry is smaller than a grape in size and is dark purple in color. Acai is 90% seed,…

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Quick Guide to Supplements and Vitamins for Your Health

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You have probably all heard about the benefits of vitamins and supplements and that they can lead to better health, ward off the cold, and make your muscles stronger and bigger. It all sounds good when they are trying to sell you something, but here is an objective break down of what the vitamins that are good for you, bad for you, or just make for expensive pee. Learn what…

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