Omega-3 fatty acids are a popular topic when discussing nutrition and health. Omega-3s are a type of fatty acid. Fatty acids are substances that contain two ends: one end is a fat, the other an acid. Omega-3s are found primarily in fish and fish oil supplements. They are not usually found in multivitamins and are […]
Amino acids are the basic building blocks for proteins. Before we dive into the details about amino acids, let’s take a minute to level-set about proteins. We all know protein is an essential part of the diet, but protein has a slightly different meaning at the biological level. Proteins are large molecules that your body […]
Today, it seems that people are willing to try any health trend that comes along, no matter how odd it sounds. From eating only plants to eating only meat, from juice cleanses to detoxes…it can seem like every diet promises to promote health, lose weight, and improve fitness. Many dietary strategies, however, don’t focus on what you […]
Zinc is a trace mineral that is essential for the proper functioning of our bodies. From collagen to bone growth to immunity to cellular growth, zinc plays multiple roles in the body. One of the best sources for zinc is shellfish. An ounce of oysters, for example, contains 50.8mg of zinc. Compare that to an […]
The gut used to be an afterthought. It was a means to an end, a way to procure energy for our bodies to run as well as simply enjoy our food; a way to make disease worse or to improve it. At one time, few people gave much thought to how the gut must be […]
Macronutrients, also called macros, are becoming more widely talked about in health and nutrition topics. Nutritionists often develop meal plans for patients based on macros, rather than calories alone. A healthy diet consists of the right nutrition, rather than limiting the intake of foods. That’s not to say that calories aren’t an essential factor for […]
As you probably know, Artic Flex was formulated by a group of orthopedic surgeons in an effort to support the bone and joint health of patients on a regenerative level. After digging through the research and carrying out multiple trials on which ingredients would result in the best bone and joint supplement, they found that […]
Last year, we posted an article each season that included a list of in-season fruits and vegetables for the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Since the first day of Spring is right around the corner, we thought we could provide you with some real recipes that include those in-season fruits and vegetables for the Spring. Today’s […]
Everyone agrees that vitamins are good for you, but when you hear that a food or a nutrient is rich in vitamins or minerals, what exactly does that mean? How does your body use the vitamins it acquires through the diet? How do vitamins make you healthy? The answers to such questions depend mainly on […]
If you are an athlete, focus on staying active, or strive to maintain a healthy physique, there is a good chance you have heard of branch-chained amino acids (BCAAs). Touted for helping in energy production, minimizing muscle soreness, weight loss, and even fighting fatigue, BCAA supplementation is getting a lot of attention. The question remains: […]