Let’s dive into a few popular diets: Ketogenic Diet: focuses on low carbohydrate and high fat intake to shift the body’s metabolism toward burning fat for energy rather than carbohydrates. In this approach, only 5-10% of calories come from carbs, and 10-20% come from protein. However, adhering to a true ketogenic diet can be quite challenging, […]
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Struggling to choose a useful pre-workout snack? Check out these ideas.
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There are two main types of supplements: Ergogenic Supplements Nutrition Supplements Designed to support athletic performance, this includes recovery from training, injury prevention, and boosting performance during workouts. Examples include creatine, caffeine, Beta-alanine, beet root juice, tart cherry juice or ashwagandha. Created to support calorie, macronutrient, and/or micronutrient requirements when individual needs increase or in cases
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Dietary fats are frequently overlooked in discussions about nutrition for performance. Fats offer a substantial amount of energy per gram, but they aren’t always the most efficient energy source for exercise. For endurance activities, the role of fats can be significant, particularly during longer workouts. In light to moderate activities where oxygen is more readily
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Understanding the impact of each macronutrient on our health and performance can be confusing. In this series, we’ll explore each macronutrient and its benefits, providing clear and straightforward information. Check out the images below to learn more about protein and how it can support your performance: When might my protein needs increase? Whether you’re an
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Everywhere you look, there is conflicting information about nutrition. More often than not, people are too busy trying to major in the minor’s and completely miss out on the basics. These nutrition basics are foundational and needs to be understood, first and foremost. That isn’t to say that nutrition isn’t individual – it absolutely is.
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November is here! The holiday’s are just around the corner and so is that creeping anxiety around food. The holiday’s mean something different for everyone and that’s okay. If this post doesn’t jive with you – I totally understand. Not everyone celebrates the holidays or finds enjoyment this time of year. This blog post is
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Did you know that there is a benefit to movement after a meal? When you eat a meal, your stomach digests it. Your food is digested into tiny molecules that your body uses to nourish and fuel you. The stuff (glucose) that is meant to fuel you is either used for keeping your brain,
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You aren’t alone. But really – even when you think you’re alone, you’re not. You have a full community of bacteria living in your gut: your gut-microbiome. When you eat, you are not only feeding yourself – you are also feeding that community. It sounds alarming and maybe even gross, but don’t worry. They are
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It’s that time again! Did you know that balanced nutrition can help students succeed in school and beyond? A balanced meal can help their growing brains retain information and succeed in the classroom. We do know that access to nutrition can vary from family to family. Keep reading and you will find some helpful resources
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