There are lingering weight tips and myths that seem to defy experts’ attempts at explaining them away. The American Dietetic Association’s Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo that took place in Chicago last month made yet another attempt to de-bunk some of these popular myths. Here are ten of the most enduring and most mistaken diet and nutrition myths out there. The ones that get repeated all the time. Experts at the ADA conference busted these myths wide open giving you the scoop, once and for all, on these often repeated misconceptions. Myth 1: Eating at night is bad for you. According to Christine Rosenbloom, PhD, RD, CSSD of Georgia State University this is completely false. This misconception very likely came from an assumption made based on the positive effect on BMI when you eat breakfast. But that doesn’t mean eating later on during the day is bad. In the end, the number of calories you take in per day, whether first thing in the morning or late at night, is all that counts. Myth 2: You should avoid foods with a high glycemic index. Sure being aware of the glycemic index is a good thing… knowledge always is. The (more…)
Read moreThe Whey to 6 Pack Abs
One of the most desired and sought out areas of the body to whip into shape and maintain is the abdomen. Those flat, washboard abs are what many are interested in having more than anything, and one quick glance at that stomach area is usually the determining factor in how people feel about their current physical condition. Six pack abs are the most popular goal set by people every day, but are also the most popular goal to give up on. People that are looking for instant gratification and fast results are the ones that often quit. It has to be understood that great abs are a process and you have to be in it for the long run and work at the results. It is not an extremely hard task but most people build it up in their heads that if it was easy everyone would be walking around with six packs left and right. The truth is, it is extremely easy to build those muscles; the hard part is fully understanding and staying dedicated to the process. Keep in mind that you will not see results overnight. You have to be ready to work hard, stay committed, disciplined, (more…)
Read moreMyths And Facts About Milk
Fantastic article from Mel Siff – taken from his Yahoo group, which still has enormous amounts of valid information its archives – check it out at health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Supertraining/ or just grab the highlights at melsiff.com and then search through the various categories in the column on the left. Milk advertisements have so long proclaimed that milk is a healthy food, that it is a “complete food”, that it provides an excellent source of calcium, and that one should drink it for preventing osteoporosis that most people believe all of this to be true. On one side, we have been exposed to endless TV commercials with healthy-looking people displaying parts of their faces smothered with milk, and parents have come to believe the dairy industry marketing claims to such as extent that most children are forced to drink milk or have it on their morning cereals. Bodybuilders and many athletes have been convinced that various milk derivatives such as whey serve as an unrivalled source of highly concentrated protein. On the other side, from the anti-milk lobby, we have heard that milk consumption is associated with a great increase in the incidence of allergy, stomach disorders, heart disease, cancer and various other (more…)
Read moreThe Truth About Bodybuilding Myths
You might disagree, but hear me out on this; the vast majority of myths about weight gain are mostly passed down from “gym talk” and so-called experts who know nothing about the body’s workings. Myths that lead to wasted time, frustration and if are taken blindly as truth, can really set back your progress in the gym. Don’t believe everything you hear when it comes to exercise and weight gain, do the research yourself. Lets take a look at some of the most common weight gain myths: High repetitions burn fat while low repetitions build muscle. Progressive overload is needed to make muscles bigger. Meaning that you need to perform more reps than you did for your last workout for that particular exercise. “If you perform the same amount of reps at each workout nothing will change on you” also “if the weight doesn’t changes on the bar nothing will change on you, you need to become stronger” Definition has two characteristics, muscle size and a low incidence of body fat. To reduce body fat you will have to reduce your calories; the high repetition exercise will burn some calories, but wouldn’t it be better to fast walk to burn (more…)
Read moreHow the Protein Diet Works
Protein is an essential nutrient necessary for maintaining good health. In its basic form protein consists of amino acid chains. Of the 22 amino acids that are capable of creating protein, 8 of these can only be obtained through a protein diet. Because these amino acids are utilized by the body a low protein diet can affect a host of very important functions. The building of our skin, hair, nails and internals organs all depend on amino acids and are maintained trough a protein diet. Muscle tissue as well as new tissue growth need protein for their activities and can receive adequate levels with a protein diet. Protein intake from a high protein diet helps to transport nutrients and oxygen to our cells. The valuable protein diet aids and maintains antibody production. The protein sources available to us for inclusion in a high protein diet include animal and plant based proteins. Animal proteins are found in meat, fish, cheese eggs and milk. Plant protein sources include soy, spirulina and organic whey protein diet products. While it is certainly important that we include a balanced intake of protein in our diet, many people eat too much animal based protein. This type (more…)
Read moreThe Importance of Whey protein
There are many Natural Sports Nutrition Products out there and whey protein is one of those many products. The three pillars of health include nutrition, exercise, and stress reduction. Fitness enthusiasts have long known the importance of protein supplementation for muscle building. There is a common myth towards bodybuilders, which basically says “bodybuilders are not healthy”. This myth is often perpetuated as result of the steroid intake by a small percentage of bodybuilders. Most assume that all supplements taken by bodybuilders are unhealthy. The truth is many of the supplements taken by bodybuilders are both good for health and good for fitness. The purpose of this article is to tout the power of protein supplementation and show you how you can increase your health and fitness with this supplement. It has long been understood by many, the importance of protein supplementation. Protein helps to maximize your muscle gains in a shorter period of time. It also helps speed muscle recovery. Now the questions many ask; what is the best form of protein? There are many forms of protein to choose from and each should be utilized to some degree. But in truth the protein form that reigns supreme is whey (more…)
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