Last month in Applied Metabolics, several studies presented at a recent science conference were featured, in this case the annual conference of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, that focused on various aspects of nutrition and exercise. As I pointed … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2016
Vitamin D: How much does an athlete or active person need to cure a deficiency? by Jerry Brainum
Vitamin D is often called "The Sunshine Vitamin" for good reason: it's the only nutrient other than oxygen that can be obtained completely for free. When the skin is exposed to ultraviolet B radiation from the sun, 7-dehydrocholesterol in the skin is converted into … [Read more...]
Are Protein Supplements a Waste of Money? by Jerry Brainum
I've lost count about how many articles I've written over the years about protein supplements. Even in Applied Metabolics, I've covered various aspects about protein supplements in several articles. Among these I warned about how not to get ripped-off by purchasing … [Read more...]
A Rare Editorial By Jerry Brainum
Regular readers of Applied Metabolics know that I'm not enamored about writing editorials. I wrote for many magazines including those not associated with bodybuilding and fitness for over 35 years. I can honestly say that I never once read any editorial in any … [Read more...]