Nutrition

Ever have those days when all you can think about is what you’ll eat next? We all do! When trying to cut calories for weight loss, hunger is the most common side effect. After all, your body doesn’t want to give away its energy stores without a fight. I’m here to tell you that this is one fight that you can totally win. With a few expert strategies and a…

The Basics about Protein Human proteins contain 20 naturally occurring amino acids divided into two subclasses: nine essential amino acids that must come from food because the body can synthesize. Amino acids form the building blocks of many components in the body, including muscle protein, which is developed via the process of muscle protein synthesis. To build or maintain skeletal muscle mass, humans must eat enough protein to provide, adequate…

Halloween can be a tricky time when you’re watching what you eat; after all, the entire holiday revolves around eating candy! From spooky high-protein treats to a rundown of the lowest-calorie candies, we’ve got you covered. Make Smart(Ish) Candy Choices If you have a sweet tooth, making it through Halloween without a single treat is probably an unrealistic expectation. That’s fine! Embrace the holiday for what it is…to a point.…