Nutrition

Antioxidants: More Harm Than Help?
Antioxidants have been touted for their ability to aid exercise recovery.
February 8, 2012 by Jerry Brainum 
Steroids: Not Really All That Bad
Whenever you hear or read anything about anabolic steroids, it’s almost always bad news.
February 4, 2012 by Jerry Brainum 
Energy Drinks and Ankle Injuries
Common ingredient linked to dificiency in manganese.
January 31, 2012 by Charles Poliquin 
More D-fense
Do you get enough vitamins?
January 25, 2012 by Becky Holman 
Broccoli Compound Selectively Targets Cancer Cells
Sulforaphane is an inhibitor of histone deacetylase enzymes.
January 24, 2012 by Robert Goldman MD, PhD 
Deficient-C and Plaque
New light is being shed on Pauling’s ideas and they make a lot of sense.
January 22, 2012 by Butch Lebowitz 
Fiber Fights Fat
Visceral fat, the fat deep in the belly surrounding vital organs, can be dangerous to overall health.
January 21, 2012 by Robert Goldman MD, PhD 
Low-Carb Weight Loss vs. Heart Health
Most diets these days, especially those of bodybuilders, tend to favor low carbs over lowfat plans, the previous trend.
January 20, 2012 by Becky Holman 
Oats Notes
If you’re dieting hard, choose the steel-cut variety.
January 19, 2012 by Becky Holman 
The Truth: You Need Those Supplements
Best strategy is to pair what athletes do in the real world with what scientists learn in the lab.
January 18, 2012 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness.
January 16, 2012 by Becky Holman 
Love That Leucine
Of the essential amino acids leucine is perhaps the single most important for us exercising folk.
January 14, 2012 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Cauliflower Mashed Faux-tatoes
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
January 13, 2012 by Taylor Matheny 
New Citrus Blast
MetraGeniX's first 2:1 energy bar, Citrus Blast.
January 11, 2012 by Iron Man Magazine 
Calcium for Fat Loss
Vitamins and Minerals May Prevent Age-Related Diseases
January 7, 2012 by Robert Goldman MD, PhD 
Elevated Cortisol Where You Least Expect It
Cortisol smothers anabolic hormones and stunts growth.
January 6, 2012 by Jerry Brainum 
Carbs, Exercise and the Fountain of Youth
If you’re interested in a long, healthy life, try not to skip too many workouts.
January 4, 2012 by Becky Holman 
Getting Back Into Bodybuilding, Part 2
Here are four more supplements that I use and highly recommend.
January 2, 2012 by Dave Goodin 
Internet Drug Dealers
Today many black-market drugs are “home brews” made under nonsterile conditions.
January 1, 2012 by Jerry Brainum 
Shake the Salt?
The risk of heart disease was 56 percent higher in the low-salt group.
December 30, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Milk: Fitness Food or Health Scourge?
The Internet is the best and worst thing ever to happen to the fitness industry.
December 27, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Drink Organic
Is it really better than nonorganic products?
December 26, 2011 by Becky Holman 
D-stroy Diabetes
Vitamin D helps prevent everything from cancer to heart disease, primarily due to its immune-boosting power.
December 24, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Damage Control
Glutathione is often called the master antioxidant.
December 23, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Carnitine, Heat Shock Proteins and Muscle Mass
Under normal conditions HSPs patrol the cells and correct changes in cellular protein structure and location.
December 22, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
December 20, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Does D Boost T?
If any nutrient can be referred to as a “rising star,” it’s vitamin D.
December 19, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Nutrition for Steroid Users
Trust me when I say this: Steroids are not the answer to your problem.
December 17, 2011 by John Hansen 
Is Fish Oil Anabolic?
Latest findings show muscle protein synthesis increased by a whopping 50 percent.
December 15, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Strawberry Sundae
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
December 14, 2011 by Taylor Matheny 
Avoid Soy and Eat Some Meat
If you want to man up.
December 12, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Getting Back Into Bodybuilding
When it comes to supplementation—and my workouts and diet—I like to keep things relatively basic and simple.
December 11, 2011 by Dave Goodin 
STS Whey Kwik Protein
Whey Kwik is the quick choice when you want to add protein to your diet.
December 9, 2011 by Iron Man Magazine 
E to Stay Healthy
Go for the natural “d-” form, as in d-alpha-tocopherol.
December 8, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Tea Compound May Alleviate Anxiety
L-theanine is an amino acid found in tea leaves.
December 7, 2011 by Robert Goldman MD, PhD 
New Cold Remedy
More benefits of garlic.
December 2, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Two Ways to Build More Muscle
Double dose of growth
November 30, 2011 by Steve Holman, Iron Man Editor in Chief 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
November 29, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Powerhouse Salad
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
November 25, 2011 by Taylor Matheny 
D-Ribose: Your Muscle-Energy Switch
Cell energy cannot be produced without ribose.
November 22, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Protein and Carbs: Best Postworkout Mix?
Do you really need 50 grams or more protein per serving?
November 20, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
The 7 Principles of Fat Burning
Whether you are a bodybuilder or an average Joe looking to lose fat, this book has a lot of answers.
November 17, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Right Combination for Growth
If you take creatine, you should be using beta-alanine as well.
November 16, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Proper Protein for the Health of It
Clearly whey protein should be at the top of your list and the main one you take in.
November 14, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Anatomy of a T-Boosting Supplement
If the company isn’t forthcoming with the information, follow the time-proven dictum of buyer beware.
November 9, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
GMO Stands for Genetically Modified Organism
If you’re living in the United States, you probably don’t know you’re eating GMOs.
November 8, 2011 by Charles Poliquin 
Is Fruit Good or Bad?
The real culprit is high-fructose corn syrup.
November 3, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Products You Can Use to Get Ripped and Huge
Power Pudding, Quick Fire and eNoxide
November 2, 2011 by Iron Man Magazine 
Good On-the-Road Eats
There are better quick choices.
October 27, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Go-Power Pills
Fight fatigue without caffeine
October 26, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
October 26, 2011 by Iron Man Magazine 
Protein-powered ice cream
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
October 20, 2011 by Taylor Matheny 
Mutated Wheat for Breakfast?
Think about that the next time you treat yourself to your favorite breakfast cereal.
October 13, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Casein vs. Whey: New Study
In recent years studies have shown that both proteins have varying uptake rates in the body.
October 10, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Women and Steroids
When a woman uses anabolic steroids, she is moving into phase one of converting herself into a man.
October 7, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Eat Fat, Burn Fat, and Build More Muscle
Omega-3 fish oils—EPA and DHA—offer a number of health benefits.
September 26, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Ripping Principles
You must deplete your sugar reserves before you can tap into your fat reserves.
September 24, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Go Nuts
To meet your omega-3 quota.
September 21, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Super Amino Ammo
Beware: individual amino acids compete for absorption.
September 18, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
September 15, 2011 by Becky Holman 
A Different Steroid-Related Liver Problem
Serious side effects related to anabolic steroids are relatively rare.
September 12, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Supplement Answers to Curbing Cancer
Tips from a board-certified naturopathic oncologist.
September 10, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Cilantro-Lime Beef Tacos
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
September 8, 2011 by Taylor Matheny 
BCAAs and Life Extension
If you can preserve mitochondria with age, you will live longer and be healthier.
September 5, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
August 31, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Detoxing to Lose Weight
Achieving Victory Over a Toxic World by Mark Schauss
August 29, 2011 by Charles Poliquin 
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
August 28, 2011 by Taylor Matheny 
New Studies From the ISSN
Phosphatidylserine helps maintain training focus.
August 25, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Two Ways to Build More Muscle
Double dose of growth
August 23, 2011 by Steve Holman, Iron Man Editor in Chief 
Sweet Relief
A spoonful of honey will no doubt help ailing adults as well.
August 13, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Zinc: Your Testosterone-to-Muscle Link
A real workhorse of all minerals that produces massive and noticeable effects.
August 10, 2011 by Clayton South 
Detour Lean Muscle Bar
32 grams of high-quality protein and only three grams of sugar.
August 7, 2011 by Iron Man Magazine 
Up Your A
For better immunity.
August 4, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Hornets, Horniness and Hardness
VAAM may enhance fat metabolism and exercise tolerance.
August 1, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Fruit vs. HFCS
Empty calories cause a fat-storing insulin surge.
July 29, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Another Natural T Booster?
Studies say it ups T counts by 30 to 40 percent.
July 28, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Preworkout Punch
Feeling listless before a workout?
July 26, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Bark Away Biting Aches
Willow bark relieve aches and inflammation.
July 25, 2011 by Becky Holman 
More Cancer Answers
Tumeric for optimizing your immune system.
July 23, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Nutrition for Beginning Bodybuilders
Always think about the number of calories you’re taking in.
July 20, 2011 by John Hansen 
Breaking the 500-Pound Barrier with Caffeine
Best results may occur 45 minutes before workout.
July 19, 2011 by Charles Poliquin 
Chaos for Cancer Prevention
Short-term manageable challenges can boost the immune system.
July 18, 2011 by Becky Holman 
BCAAs, Grapefruit and Fat Dogs
If you blink, you’re already falling behind on the latest research.
July 17, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Balancing Act: Popular Diets Fall Flat
A recent study analyzed three days of meal plans for four popular diets.
July 16, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Honey Nut Barbecue Chicken Fingers
Hot & Healthy in the Kitchen with Taylor Matheny
July 13, 2011 by Taylor Matheny 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
July 11, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Need to Lose Bodyfat? Try A Mini-Fast
Is there a way to maximize fat loss while not restricting calories?
July 10, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Coconut a Fat Burner?
Coconuts are rich in medium-chain triglycerides.
July 6, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
All in Vein
Vascularity in bodybuilding is controversial.
July 5, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Strength, Bodyweight and Conditioning
Lose fat slowly to maintain strength.
July 3, 2011 by John Hansen 
Bulbs With Benefits
The Surprising Effects of Garlic
July 2, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Good Cheat-Day Choice
You’re doing your mind and body good on a number of levels.
June 29, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Will Vitamin V Boost T?
One of the more interesting uses of Viagra has been in sports.
June 15, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Bark Extract With Big-Muscle Bite
Antioxidant pycnogenol and its role in the production of nitric oxide.
June 2, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Brain Food
What does it mean, and is it important for strength training?
May 31, 2011 by Charles Poliquin 
Breathe Easier
With good trans fats.
May 30, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Libation Sensation
Good for your heart and your joints.
May 27, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness
A Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet
May 23, 2011 by Butch Lebowitz 
Whey Impressive
For muscle and strength increases
May 23, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Food Facts
That can affect your workouts, weight and wellness
May 21, 2011 by Becky Holman 

 

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