Posted by afitman040506 on July 10, 2009 under Nutrition | 
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While reduced carbohydrate intake may lead to weight loss, we must not forget that carbs are necessary for normal functioning of the body. The key is to eliminate “bad” carbs from the diet. To help with this, simply consume your carbs from fruits and vegetables and eliminate processed foods.
Posted by afitman040506 on May 14, 2009 under Nutrition, Weight Loss | Be the First to Comment
Many of those who struggle with weight loss do so because they have a hard time controlling their caloric intake. To help with this, try drinking 8-12 ounces of water before each meal. This provides two benefits.
1) Helps fill your stomach so you consume less food
2) Helps increase your water intake which is vital for anyone wanting to lose weight
Give this little tip a try over the next week or two and see how it works for you!
Posted by afitman040506 on May 11, 2009 under Nutrition | Be the First to Comment
Here is a quick and easy smoothie recipe that I enjoy quite frequently.
1/2 medium size banana
5 strawberries
1 cup skim milk
5 ice cubes
Put everything into a blender and mix for a delicious shake!
Nutrition Content
Calories – 168
Carbs – 33 g
Fiber – 4 g
Protein – 9 g
Fat – 0 g
Posted by afitman040506 on December 31, 2008 under Nutrition | Be the First to Comment
If you’re like me, you love mushrooms. Shiitake mushrooms are especially great and I love including them in any stir fry. Luckily, shiitake mushrooms have plenty of health benefits to go along with their great taste. Here are a few benefits shiitake mushrooms can provide you:
1. Increase immune function and infection fighting capabilities
2. Anti-cancer properties
3. Contains powerful anti-oxidants
4. Lowers cholesterol levels
Posted by Chad Anderson CSCS on November 11, 2008 under Nutrition | Be the First to Comment
You would have to eat 3 of today’s apples in order to get the same amount of iron you would have gotten from a single apple in 1940. Source: In Defense of Food, 2008
Organic, anyone?
Posted by Chad Anderson CSCS on January 23, 2008 under General Fitness, Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness | Be the First to Comment
While this list is not exhaustive, here are some of the major benefits of fish oil (omega-3) shown through research:
1. May reduce your risk of coronary artery disease.
2. May decrease symptoms of depression.
3. May help with fat loss in overweight/obese individuals.
4. May reduce blood pressure in hypertensive individuals.
5. May reduce inflammation and therefore be an effective therapeutic in acute and chronic inflammatory diseases.
6. May enhance glucose-insulin metabolism.
