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In recent years, an inordinate amount of "energy drinks" have cropped up in convenience stores and supermarkets across the globe, all of which are fueled by the adrenaline-inducing nootropic we know as caffeine. Sure enough, caffeine is the most widely consumed stimulant in the world, being a...

THE HEALTHIEST DRINK IN THE WORLD That's it. The contest is over. We knew coffee lowered the risk of heart disease, thwarted different types of cancer, protected your liver, lowered your risk of type 2 diabetes, and made you live longer in general, but the results of a new study cinch it...

THE POWER OF TEA Tea? Sure, that's coffee's weaker sister. When coffee's friends come over, coffee ties tea to the towel rack by her pigtails and shuts the door. At least that's what people think. The reality is that tea has some pretty amazing cognitive and health benefits that rival or surpass...

Coffee is a little mysterious in that we're not really sure how it does some of the things it does. Coffee has over 1000 biologically active compounds after all. One thing seems for certain, though: the more you drink, the better off you are. In fact, the more you drink, the longer you live. In...

It is well documented that consumption of carbohydrates during exercise can improve performance (1), and there is also a wealth of research that supports the notion that including electrolytes such as sodium into a sports drink has been shown to increase and support hydration levels (ingestion...

SOGGY-BOTTOM BODYBUILDING The prevailing notion among bodybuilders, athletes, and regular health-conscious people is that the more water they drink, the healthier they'll be. The extra water will presumably give them more energy, clear their head, brighten their skin, and even coax extra growth...

by Maressa Brown When the temperature heats up outside, you’re probably more acutely aware of how thirsty (and sweaty!) you are. But dehydration doesn’t just strike during the summer months. In fact, you might be dehydrated right now—without even knowing it. Humans are made mostly of water. 75...

by Lauren Del Turco, CPT Walk into your local The Vitamin Shoppe in search of an energy drink and you’re greeted by coolers lined with row after row of colorful cans. It’s a mecca of beautiful, bubbly pick-me-ups. The only tricky part, really, is choosing between them all. Truly, your options...

In trying to gain more muscle, most people focus more on constant visits to the gym, using the latest exercise equipment, taking protein supplements, and even having a proper nutrition plan. While there's nothing wrong with this arrangement, people seldom recognize the essential component of...

By: Matt Weik I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not the biggest fan of water. At least from a flavor standpoint. Nothing against its importance – I simply don’t care for the taste. If you’re like me and many others I’ve spoken to, you may prefer beverages with a little more flavor. The...

There’s more to gin than just the classic gin and tonic, although a good G&T is never a bad thing when the weekend arrives. The soothing spirit is one of the lowest-calorie drinks you can enjoy, as a basic G&T (2 ounce gin, 4 ounce diet tonic) can be as low as 128 calories. But if you’re...

Does drinking increasing the size of your waist? Learn the surprising answers, and 7 suggestions to better manage your alcohol drinking and diet program. Alcohol has been implicated as a factor that may hurt your efforts to lose body fat. Whether alcohol is "fattening" has been a very...

You can’t walk in a grocery store, supplement store, or gas station without seeing a cooler or rack full of various energy drinks. They have become the go-to source for a quick beverage to have before a workout, work day, or simply as a pick me up, but which energy drink is the best and how do...

Stop losing gains because of alcohol. We all indulge in an adult beverage here and there. It’s just part of our routine. Whether it be a nice dinner with family, a night out with friends, or a casual drink to decompress from the day, alcohol is something we enjoy. But for those serious about...

As the temperatures continue to swelter during the summer, it has never been more important to understand the importance of staying well-hydrated, so M&F is diving deeper into the components of good hydration, and consulting with experts to learn more about the effectiveness of some of the...

HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED TO DRINK The Institute of Medicine recommends a total fluid intake of 91 ounces for women and 125 ounces for men. Those numbers are for all fluids consumed, including beverages and water naturally found in foods (like fruits and veggies). The specific amount you need differs...

It’s not just your food intake that helps you reach a healthy weight — but your sipping habits, too. “We can’t address weight without addressing health, and part of that puzzle is hydration,” says Melissa Majumdar, MS, RD, lead bariatric nutrition coordinator and dietitian for the Brigham and...

If you’ve seen the iconic 2015 cover of Muscle & Fitness featuring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, you should know that Hollywood’s biggest box office draw worked closely with Dave Rienzi to achieve that “chiseled from granite” look. It’s a tried-and-tested partnership that has reshaped and...

If you insist that everything you consume must be interesting, delicious, and pleasing, then you will never feel, look, and perform the way that you want to unless you’re willing to change your diet. I should probably say that again in a different way: if we want to create change, we must...

I know the "right" answer is clearly, you shouldn't drink at all. However, in reality how bad is it really to drink alcohol when running an oral like anavar or winstrol? Assume it is a mild dose (around 25mg per day) and only being run alongside test. Drinking maybe 1-2 nights per week. How much...