By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA, CSCS Many people were told to skip the yolk and stick to egg whites. But newer research is challenging that long held belief and suggesting that eggs may not be the problem they were once thought to be.
Vitamin D! A Bigger Role in Thyroid Health Than We Thought
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Emerging research suggests that vitamin D may have a much broader role in the body, particularly in how the immune system functions. This is especially important when it comes to thyroid health, an area where immune regulation plays a major role.
Lower Blood Pressure Without Medication; Try Exercise & the DASH diet!
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS In a recent study, adults with stage 1 hypertension followed the DASH eating patterns, fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy, whole grains, nuts, and legumes. One group ate DASH foods on a normal schedule; the other ate the same foods within a consistent 8-hour window each day.
Calm Your Gut, Clear Your Mind
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Yogurt with live cultures, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, and other fermented staples do more than add tang to your plate. They deliver living microbes that help your gut ecosystem thrive, and growing research suggests this shift can improve how you feel.
Ultra Processed Foods and Men’s Reproductive Hormones
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Ultra processed foods are convenient, tasty, and everywhere. New research is raising a clear warning for men’s health, not only for weight and metabolism, but for reproductive hormones as well.
Water Fasting: A Novel Approach in Cancer Therapy
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Water fasting and fasting-mimicking diets induce a systemic and cellular response that’s particularly unfavorable for cancer cells. By altering hormone and metabolite levels, these dietary approaches create conditions that cancer cells struggle to survive in.
Fasting for mind, body and cellular renewal
By Gabe Sanders, PhD, NSCA-CSCS At the core of prolonged fasting lies a process known as autophagy. This cellular mechanism, akin to a biological ‘spring cleaning’, eliminates damaged organelles and misfolded proteins.
Exploring Over-the-Counter Peptides for Muscle Building
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Beyond the well-known Peptide BPC 157, there are several other peptides available over the counter that can aid in various aspects of muscle health. Let’s dive into a few of these peptides, their benefits, and how they can support your fitness journey.
Nutrition and exercise to prevent sarcopenia in women
By Gabe Sanders, PhD, NSCA-CSCS Your diet is your co-warrior in this battle, and eating a healthy, balanced diet is key! While the clock never stops ticking, understanding, and tackling sarcopenia can help us slow down the inevitable, keeping our muscles stronger for longer.