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Do men and women need different workout supplements?

Do men and women need different workout supplements

Like almost anything, when it comes to pre- and post-workout supplements, you can find store shelf upon shelf of products formulated specifically for one gender. But do men and women really need different training supplements? Can men and women take…

How it affects gut health

How it affects gut health

So you’ve been thinking hard about your max heart rate, your muscular endurance, and your macros. But one thing you may not have given much thought to is your microbiome—specifically, how it can help or hinder your athletic performance. Simply…

Pumpkin bread recipe | A healthy life for me

Pumpkin bread recipe A healthy life for me

This yogurt-pumpkin bread with hints of brown sugar molasses will make your kitchen smell of cozy fall spices. It’s made with whole wheat flour for an earthy, fluffy bread that you can definitely enjoy for breakfast. Why you’ll love this…

Pumpkin Pie Recipe | A healthy life for me

Pumpkin Pie Recipe A healthy life for me

This tender pumpkin pie with silky chocolate cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It’s a freshly made, spiced and very decadent fall treat to end dinner on a sweet note. Why you’ll love this cake…

Paleo Pumpkin Bread Recipe | A healthy life for me

Paleo Pumpkin Bread Recipe A healthy life for me

This warmly seasoned paleo pumpkin bread with smoked maple syrup and coconut cream is the perfect way to welcome fall. It’s ultra fluffy, a little nutty, and has no processed sugars. Why You’ll Love This Paleo Pumpkin Bread Recipe If…

5 ways to use caffeine for maximum performance

5 ways to use caffeine for maximum performance

Whether you want to take a HIIT class to the next level or increase your endurance in a run, every active person has used caffeine to improve performance. Some effects of caffeine include helping it increases energy and increases concentrationand…

Is Monk Fruit Sweetener Healthy?

Is Monk Fruit Sweetener Healthy

If you’re trying to reduce sugar in your diet for whatever reason—blood sugar management, weight loss, keto diet—there’s an ever-growing variety of sugar substitutes to choose from. Monk fruit sweetener stands out among the most popular choices for one particular…

Blood sugar spikes: causes and prevention

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If you’ve ever experienced a quick spike and subsequent crash after consuming sugary foods, you have a basic understanding of glucose spikes. But the acute effects of a momentary spike in blood sugar are minor compared to the potential cumulative…

Does pre-workout break a fast?

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If you follow a intermittent fasting dietyou might be wondering, “Does the fast break before training?” Let’s find out. One of the advantages of intermittent fasting is its simplicity. You don’t count: no calories, no carbs, no grains of salt.…

How much beta-alanine to take

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Whether it is included in your pre-workout drink or supplements with it separately, beta-alanine is a good addition to any list of performance supplements. But to get its full benefits, it’s important to know how much beta-alanine to take. If…