We all have great intentions when it comes to taking care of ourselves. We know we should exercise regularly. We know what kinds of food we should be eating, and…
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With so many food options out there, trying to figure out how to eat healthy can be quite hard and confusing. Sure, most of us know that fruits and vegetables…
What kind of diet to follow? How can we know what kind of diet to follow? That is the question, isn’t it? In a time where there is virtually…
by Nashville Sports Nutrition Couselor Dan DeFigio Creatine Supplement Benefits Using a creatine supplement has benefits for strength and power athletes. An athlete with higher creatine levels will be stronger, faster, and…
by Nashville personal trainer Dan DeFigio The less I eat, the more weight I’ll lose, right? Not necessarily. It’s true that you have to create a caloric deficit in order…
How Much Is a Serving? You can download a printable portions guide for your kitchen here, so you know how much is a serving! Correct portions will make or break…
We are bombarded by “hidden” messages from all around us that trick us into consuming more than we should. There are easy ways to eat less. Here are tricks to modify…
If you’re wondering “what supplements should I take?” this article suggests how most average folks can benefit from the following nutrition supplements: 1. Basic multi-vitamin/mineral supplement Deficiencies in vitamins or…
Weight loss can seem so complicated. I think it’s mostly because people start looking at TOO MANY THINGS: What kind of exercise do I need to do? How much, how…
Healthy Snack Ideas One of the biggest challenges to good nutrition is figuring out what healthy snacks to prepare. Low carb snacks, high protein snacks, Paleo snacks – what are…