Supplement use is very common in teenage athletes, especially in males. A good percentage of male athletes are using protein and/or creatine supplements. Other supplements are products such as amino acids, high-dose vitamins, weight-loss products, energy boosters, and more. Specific examples include protein powders, creatine products, and “energy drinks” such as Monster or Red Bull. […]
Read MoreIn the past, doctors thought that exercise could lead to preterm birth, because when you work out, you release the hormone norepinephrine, which could cause contractions. In 1985, The New York Times reports, doctors began to cautiously recommend light exercise, and today, moderate exercise is thought to be safe. And a new meta-analysis published in […]
Read MoreCluttered and chaotic environments can cause stress, which can lead us to grab more of the indulgent snacks– twice as many cookies according to this new study! Conducted at the Cornell Food and Brand Lab and published in Environment and Behavior, the study shows that cluttered kitchens are caloric kitchens. When stressed out females were asked to […]
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