You’ve no doubt heard about the different absorption times of the two primary milk proteins, whey and casein. Study after … continue reading
Most bodybuilders prefer to use animal-based protein products in their diets and supplements, and there’s a good reason for it: … continue reading
In the May ’96 issue of Muscle Media 2000, the late Dan Duchaine, known as the “steroid guru,” discussed a … continue reading
Trying to get enough protein from food can be tricky. So many muscle-building foods are high in cholesterol, and we … continue reading
Regular readers of this column know that I’m not a big fan of the so-called testosterone-boosting supplements. None of them … continue reading
You’ve heard the mantra: Eat frequently—five to seven small meals daily, each including a serving of protein, healthy fat and … continue reading
The March ’12 IRON MAN featured an article titled, “The Ultimate Fat-Burning Supplement.” It was all about L-carnitine. According to … continue reading
Bisphenol A, known as BPA, is a plasticizer that is regarded as an endocrine disrupter that may be linked to … continue reading
Carbohydrates are the preferred energy food source for the human body. All the carbs we eat are converted into the … continue reading
Source: J Sports Med Phys Fitness. 2012 Apr;52(2):151-7. Abstract: Previous studies have indicated that exercise-induced muscle damage might be attenuated … continue reading
Back in the mid-’60s and early ’70s, bodybuilders didn’t have the huge variety of supplements that are now available—like “fat … continue reading
If you check the medical literature for side effects of growth hormone use, you’ll note that diabetes often makes the … continue reading
Research suggests that drinking a leucine-enriched protein drink while you’re taking part in endurance exercise may boost muscle synthesis by … continue reading
Obese mice who got a daily dose of epigallocatechin-3-gallate—a compound found in green tea—in conjunction with a high-fat diet, gained … continue reading
It doesn’t take an expert to spot an off-season bodybuilding competitor compared to one preparing for a contest. Off-season bodybuilders … continue reading
Nitric oxide is a compound consisting of a nitrogen group attached to an oxygen molecule, but its simple structure is … continue reading
Q: What’s your opinion about a well-publicized Iowa study that links supplement use to increased risk of mortality? A: The … continue reading
Anabolic steroid use is demonized in the media, primarily because it’s considered morally unethical in sports. That judgment implies that … continue reading
It’s estimated that many people over 60 have only 40 percent of kidney function left. Chronic kidney disease, as it’s … continue reading
As we age, we tend to lose muscle. The medical term for this is sarcopenia, which translates to “muscle loss.” … continue reading
Although various anabolic hormone drugs, including anabolic steroids, growth hormone and insulin, are the most commonly used drugs by bodybuilders … continue reading
In the never-ending debate of gorging vs. grazing—well, sort of—an intriguing study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition … continue reading
Whenever you hear or read anything about anabolic steroids, it’s almost always bad news. The media have demonized them, leading … continue reading
Sulforaphane, a primary phytochemical found in broccoli, cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables, is an inhibitor of histone deacetylase enzymes. HDAC … continue reading
Most diets these days, especially those of bodybuilders, tend to favor low carbs over lowfat plans, the previous trend. According … continue reading
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