Whey Protein Overview

There is a lot of confusion about protein in general and about whey protein in particular. You can read about different protein types (soy, whey, casein) in an earlier blog and watch a short video overview.  What is Whey Protein? Whey protein is the highest quality dietary protein source and is used in most protein supplement  shakes.  Whey

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Should You Use Energy Drinks?

There is no denying that energy drinks are popular – Americans consume nearly $8 billion dollars of Red Bull, Rockstar, Monster and related beverages every year. Numerous media reports have called energy drinks “useless” to “dangerous” (including the popular Dr. Oz Show, on which I’ve appeared as a guest and which I consult with from

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What is the “Best” Protein?

Of all the nutrition questions that I’m asked, one of the most common is about the “best” type of protein. My first response is typically to ask the person “best for what?” – because the answer to the “best” protein question tends to differ depending on what you want the protein to be doing in

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Antioxidant Balance

Antioxidant Balance   A few days ago, I received this question via email from Dagmar in Germany…   “I am looking for the best antioxidants produkt. Hope, you can help me?”   Here is my reply…   Guten tag Dagmar,   Thanks for your question about antioxidants – When it comes to antioxidant nutrients, it

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