Nutriton
What vitamins are best to take before working out?
Do you ever look at the back of a pre workout and wonder what you are actually putting in into your body? A lot of the ingredients, you may be surprised, are actually vitamins. Vitamins that you might be taking every day anyway, or here and there, not realising that if you do train, these could be better utilised if taken just before your training session.
Does eating Carbs make you tired?
We all know that big-belly feeling you often get after a big meal, but what's the deal with feeling bloated, even when you haven't eaten much? As it happens, there are some foods which can really make us bloat, some of which may surprise you! I'm going to try and break some of these down for you.
Most of us blame drowsiness and fatigue on a poor night's sleep. But what many of us aren't aware of, is that often, our diet is playing a large role in our tiredness. It's true that carbohydrate's are the body's main source of energy, but they can also provide the opposite effect!
Is creatine a vegan product?
If I somehow managed to prescribe one supplement for veggie lovers who workout, my decision may amaze you, I'd say creatine.
While today protein truly isn't an issue for vegans and vegetarians, creatine levels could really be a little low, but this is simple to fix. Regardless of whether they're ordinary or not, including some additional creatine can be very useful!
This is an article on vegan and vegetarian supplementation and I know a few people may think vegans taking supplements by one means or another dishonours veganism as an ideology. So how about we get that issue ticked off first.
Strawberry Protein Cups
Cupcakes:
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50g Unsalted Butter
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50g Organic Peanut Butter
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50g Self Raising Flour
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50g Strawberry Whey Protein Powder
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2 eggs
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90g soft brown sugar
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1/2 tsp baking powder
Peanut-Butter Protein Scookies
Ingredients:
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200g smooth peanut butter
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60g brown sugar
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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260g oats
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60g vanilla protein powder
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50g plain flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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150g dark chocolate
Does creatine make you gain weight?
Simply put, creatine helps regenerate ATP stores used by high intensity contractions. It does this by supplying an extra phosphate to help regenerate the ATP faster. As well as this, creatine also increases cell volumization which is important for protein synthesis and protein breakdown. When training, we trigger protein synthesis and also protein breakdown. The addition of creatine though shifts the balance towards protein synthesis.
What are health foods and what are advantages of them?
Dictionary.com defines Health Food as: “Any natural food popularly believed to promote or sustain good health, as by containing vital nutrients,being grown without the use of pesticides, or having a low sodium or fat content.“ This definition is quite broad, and by some means you could include most dietary supplements into this description, as most dietary supplements include vital nutrients such as proteins, vitamins and minerals. The key here is 'natural food', which is what we will be focusing on in this article.
The most underrated protein bars
Protein bars have become a very popular, on-the-go source of protein in recent years, due to their convenience and nutritional value. If you're following a healthy diet, they are a tasty way to enjoy a treat even when you are committed to following a healthy eating plan. Some bars have become extremely popular, being showcased on social media with top athletes and models, while others have faded away, and got lost in the confusion. Some protein bars have gathered great popularity but provide poor nutrition, often offering more sugar than a regular chocolate bar. But today we're going to reveal some of the best bars on the market, which are completely underrated! All of these bars are available from powerbody.co.uk, and are all fantastic quality, from trusted suppliers. Now it's their time in the limelight!
Are Protein Bars Good for Breakfast?
We all know that breakfast is an important if not the most important meal of the day and fitting it into a busy lifestyle can be really difficult. Many of us do not always have the time to sit down for breakfast in the morning, especially when juggling work, looking after children and leading an active lifestyle. This has ultimately led to the rise of breakfast bars and other similar products which allow us to have breakfast on the go. But what about protein bars? Can we eat these for breakfast and do they have any benefits as a breakfast item?
Are Mass-gainers better than food for bulking?
Mass-Gainers are a dietary supplement which have built up a lot of momentum in the gym and bodybuilding world. They have earned their spot as one of the most popular protein powders on the market, and one of the most sought-after supplements for budding young bodybuilders and gym-goers. While some are claiming to produce monstrously large muscles in only a matter of months, it's clear as to why they have gained such a fierce popularity in the supplement sphere. Everyone wants to look good, and they want to get there without all the hard work if at all possible. So can these supplements really be better than food for building those big muscles you've always dreamed of, or is it just another fad? Let's find out.