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WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT C3G SO FAR We know a lot about cyanadin-3-glucoside (C3G). It's a polyphenol compound found in blueberries, grapes, black beans, and pretty much any fruit or vegetable that has a reddish blue or indigo cast to it. Studies have shown it to have anti-diabetic effects, which...

Whether you are new to training or a seasoned weightroom veteran, advanced training techniques can be used to spice up your routine. There are many reasons why advanced techniques can make a great addition to anyone’s routine: Maybe you don’t have the time available to devote to a traditional...

The only way to cross a finish line is to first find your way to the starting line. Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to drag yourself to the starting line. But, in order to break through that tape at the finish line, and raise your hands in victory, you have to start somewhere. The finish...

When it comes to losing weight, there are a lot of myths out there. Do you struggle to lose weight even after cutting calories? What about unable to maintain that weight loss? Have you gained some weight back after each diet? Many may say metabolic damage is the culprit, and that you are...

Detoxes are known for putting you through hell to get results. For some people, detoxing is downright unsafe. Even if you're healthy, the symptoms of detox can take a toll. The truth is, the body has its own elaborate system of functions for removing toxins of all sorts from cells and tissues...

Give the body a good reason to keep growing with various progression methods that will help keep you from hitting a plateau at the gym. Let’s get straight to the point. To gain muscle and strength you have to have a plan. That plan must include two important ingredients – because without them...

Although steady state cardio can be great for your overall health, it probably isn't the most effective way to lose weight. Here are four reasons why you should start your weight loss journey through diet and lifting weights instead of slaving away on a treadmill. Reason #1: Doing Cardio...

If you're exercising on a regular basis, it's easy to get frustrated when you're not seeing the results you're working so hard to achieve. After all, consistently going to the gym or working with a personal trainer is a big time and financial commitment. Yet before you get down on yourself or...

Knee pain and bodybuilding are common. Knee pain may develop from bodybuilding as a result of injuries from ruptured tendons, meniscal and ACL tears, kneecap pain, and tendinitis. Over time, wear and tear occur from the excessive loads of heavyweights being lifted repetitively, which may result...

Fifteen years ago, orexins were identified as central regulators of energy homeostasis. Research indicates that orexins are key modulators of the sleep-wake cycle and that these neuropeptides also affect feelings of satiety and hunger. Given their role in energy homeostasis, it was hypothesized...

NNMT Inhibitor Caused Weight Loss and Reduced Adipose Tissue Mass in Mice. "Consistent with these results, histological analysis of the EWAT [epididymal white adipose tissue] from treated DIO mice had 1. "> 30% decrease in adipocyte size... 2. > 40% decrease in adipocyte volume (data not...

How to gain weight for bodybuilding If you want to get big and grow muscle, you really need to EAT. And we’re not talking protein shakes and snacks between meals – we’re talking 5+ meals a day, six eggs for breakfast, shakes containing 1200+ kcals apiece. If you’re a hard gainer looking to bulk...

by Kelsey Cannon, C.S.C.S. In the world of weight management, metabolism—the process of turning food into fuel—sometimes seems like a secret code that needs to be cracked. But just how complicated is it? Truth be told, there’s a lot of misinformation out there. We rounded up five of the biggest...

by K. Aleisha Fetters, C.S.C.S. As if Whole30 weren’t popular enough already, the recent release of The Whole30 Cookbook has turned the diet into more of an internet-wide craze. Still, for as buzzy as Whole30 is, it’s pretty misunderstood. We talked with top registered dietitians, as well as one...

by Mary Sauer We all hang on to excess water weight from time to time. And while a little water retention isn’t something to be worried about, it can cause some uncomfortable symptoms, including bloating, weight gain, and swelling in your limbs. Chronic water retention may be a sign that there...

by Mary Sauer A strong six-pack or a flat, toned tummy is the ultimate goal for many of us, but some people have a harder time than others achieving the core they desire. Even if your heart isn’t set on a washboard abs, there are plenty of reasons to aim for shedding weight in your mid-section...

by Ellie Hartleb Carbohydrates have been the enemy of the diet world for pretty much forever. They’ve been long accused of making us gain weight, and it seems like every trendy diet out there recommends we slash them from our daily eats. But if you’ve ever tried a low-carb diet, you probably...

Are you training or just working out? Chances are you’re not the best when it comes to assessing your own training intensity. It’s not a factor that should be brushed aside. Training intensity can be a big deal considering the most important factor for maximizing strength and lean muscle gain...

Cardiovascular diseases like high blood pressure, heart attacks, and congestive heart failure remain the #1 cause of death in the world. Rising rates of obesity remain a major contributor to this sad statistic. A new class of medications, peptides like semaglutide, sold as Ozempic and Wegovy...

by Sarah Garone, N.D.T.R. Counting carbs can be a complicated affair. When tracking your macros for weight loss, you may feel like you need a calculator handy just to make lunch or dinner. So if you’ve heard about net carbs—a type of carbohydrates some people suggest don’t “count” on a low-carb...