Tag: nutrition

Lizzie Can’t Supersize

In my video about metabolism you heard me say that those defining themselves as “hardgainers” and not able to gain weight no matter how much they eat are wrong – they consume as much or less energy needed to maintain their weight. There is an exception to this rule. Her name is Lizzie Velásquez. Meet […]

Understanding Carbohydrates 101

Understanding Carbohydrates 101

A very simple to understand explanation of complex and simple carbs and why you need both.

The Twinkie Experiment And The Media

The Twinkie Experiment And The Media

You may remember that back in September I ran an article about Prof. Mark Haub, who set out to lose weight by eating what is commonly referred to as “junk food” and that subsequently I also had an interview with the man. The Diet Is Finished Mark just finished his diet and lost 27 lbs. […]

What Is Protein And Is It Good For Working Out?

What Is Protein And Is It Good For Working Out?

So you heard that protein is good for working out? Do you know what protein is and what it does. This will teach you all there is to know!

Junk Food Is Like Heroin

Junk Food Is Like Heroin

At least that is what an advertisement titled “Break the Habit”, recently shown in Australia and now making the rounds on the Internet, wants you to believe.