This week, a new food pyramid was announced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of updated federal nutrition guidance, detailed in the official USDA and HHS announcement. And, as anything related to nutrition tends to do, it immediately caused a significant amount of noise across the internet. Normally, I do […]
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When it comes to nutrition, misinformation spreads quickly. With so much data available, it’s easy for certain facts to get lost in translation or taken out of context. After analyzing a vast amount of nutritional data, we’ve identified the top 10 most misunderstood nutrition facts that people frequently get wrong. The 10 Most Misunderstood Nutrition […]
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Most people think of motivation as “the probability that my emotional state is perfectly aligned with what I need to do.” But if you stop and think about it, that is not really how motivation works. Here is a breakdown of how motivation actually functions and what you can do to improve the likelihood of […]
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Jun
Enjoying an alcoholic drink with friends, at a social gathering, or just while unwinding after a long day is something many people do. But for those working toward health and fitness goals, alcohol can sometimes feel like a roadblock. It can make it harder to lose weight, recover from training, or maintain healthy habits. But […]
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Jun
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Nutrition and weight loss principles don’t need to be mysterious, complicated, or filled with conflicting advice. But if you’ve ever found yourself wondering why some strategies work while others fail—or why results seem temporary—you’re not alone. Whether you’re brand new to this or have tried a dozen diets before, the truth is this: lasting progress […]
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Jun
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I was recently asked to contribute a book chapter about the latest research on supplements and longevity. After diving into the science, I realized much of what I found aligns closely with the advice we already share here, especially when it comes to living better longer. Longevity is not just about adding years to your […]
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May
May
Building muscle while keeping body fat gain to a minimum is one of the biggest challenges in fitness. Many people want to increase muscle mass but worry about gaining excess fat in the process. The truth is, if your goal is to build muscle while minimizing fat gain, muscle growth takes time, consistency, and a […]
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Lately, there’s been a lot of discussion about BMI (Body Mass Index) on social media and in health articles. Some people argue it’s outdated, others say it’s flawed, and a few insist it should be thrown out altogether. But here’s the thing: it is here to stay. Whether we like it or not, it plays […]
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There has been a lot of talk about white fat vs brown fat lately, especially in the context of weight loss. A recent podcast episode sparked the discussion, so I wanted to put together a few key notes to give you a scientifically correct perspective on this topic. Let’s break it down. White Fat vs […]
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Losing weight does not have to be complicated. It is easy to get overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice out there, but at the end of the day, the best approach is the one that fits into your life and is sustainable long-term. To truly optimize your weight loss, focusing on a few key strategies […]