Protein powders are popular among a wide range of consumers: athletes, those seeking to lose weight or build muscle, consumers looking to add nutritional benefits to their diet and even people seeking to gain weight. Find out about the various types of protein powders that are available, as well as their benefits. The 5 most … Continue reading Protein Powder Types and Benefits
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Exercise Affects Men’s Food Choices
When men exercise, they make healthier food choices, but the same can’t be said for women. According to new research, this phenomenon occurs because physical activity can alter men’s diet preferences. How exercise changes your preferences The new study, which came from the University of Missouri in Columbia, looked at male and female rats that … Continue reading Exercise Affects Men’s Food Choices
Diet Without Vegetables Linked to Colon Cancer
Don’t rely on a diet of meat and carbs to keep you healthy. Although most men know they should “eat their veggies,” a new study has found that a diet rich in certain vegetables may actually prevent colon cancer. A diet rich in i3C he research results, which were published in the journal Immunity, found … Continue reading Diet Without Vegetables Linked to Colon Cancer
Add These Foods to Your Diet to Ease Anxiety
If you suffer from anxiety, you probably already know that yoga, meditation and exercise can help. But you may not be aware that certain foods can also be helpful in fighting generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Foods that fight anxiety According to Medical News Today, there are nine foods in particular that can help with GAD’s … Continue reading Add These Foods to Your Diet to Ease Anxiety
Older Men May Not Benefit from Eating More Protein
Many national health organizations in the United States have previously recommended dietary protein (PRO) intakes greater than the RDA for older adults looking to maintain and promote muscle growth. But new research published in the April 2018 issues of JAMA Internal Medicine indicates that higher intake doesn’t increase lean body mass, muscle performance, physical function … Continue reading Older Men May Not Benefit from Eating More Protein
Recommended Fiber Intake for Men
Most men don’t get enough fiber, and even those who do may be consuming it incorrectly. The trick is to spread out your consumption throughout the day. Eating too much in one sitting can wreak havoc on your digestive tract. That’s because fiber is the carb component of plant-based foods that’s neither absorbed or digested … Continue reading Recommended Fiber Intake for Men
Probiotics in Your Diet May Cause Bloating and Brain Fog
Probiotics has been a buzzword for the last decade or so, with nutritionists and doctors touting their benefits in yogurt, kefir, kombucha and sauerkraut. There are also countless forms of probiotic supplements lining the shelves of health food and grocery stores. But new research indicates that they could be to blame for abdominal bloating and … Continue reading Probiotics in Your Diet May Cause Bloating and Brain Fog