Apple cider vinegar has been a fixture of folk medicine for centuries, and unlike many home remedies that quietly fade from favor, it has only grown more popular. That staying power alone warrants a closer look. Vinegar — from the French vin aigre, "sour wine" … [Read more...]
Divided by Design: How Sex Shapes the Way We Eat, Absorb, and Burn by Jerry Brainum 7/26
Is nutrition different for men and women? Do the two sexes respond differently to specific nutrients, supplements, and diets? At first glance, the physical differences seem obvious enough: men tend to be larger than women, carry more muscle mass, and are built around a … [Read more...]
Iodine, Thyroid Function, and Testosterone: The Missing Link in Athletic Nutrition by Jerry Brainum 6/26
Like many nutrients and scientific breakthroughs, iodine was discovered by accident. In 1811, French chemist Bernard Courtois stumbled upon the element while producing saltpeter for Napoleon's gunpowder supply. When he added sulfuric acid to the ash of burnt … [Read more...]
The Big Apple by Jerry Brainum 12/25
The apple sits on my desk, its skin gleaming red under the fluorescent lights. An apple a day keeps the doctor away—we've all heard it. But does this crisp piece of fruit really hold some medical secret, or are we just repeating what our grandparents told us? A high intake of … [Read more...]
What’s So Special About Extra Virgin Olive Oil? by Jerry Brainum 9/25
Bryan Johnson is on a mission to defy death—to boldly go where no one has gone before, as the original Star Trek series would say. The 47-year-old venture capitalist sold his tech company to PayPal for $800 million, providing the resources for an ambitious long-term … [Read more...]
The Most Underrated Nutrient by Jerry Brainum 8/25
Similar to the comedian Rodney Dangerfield, dietary fiber gets no respect. While other nutrients have ascended to superstar status, such as vitamin D, anointed as a near cure-all for all diseases, nutritional fibers aren't often highlighted or considered necessary. Indeed, … [Read more...]
How Sweet It Is by Jerry Brainum 7/25
The most expendable macronutrient is, without a doubt, carbohydrates. The other macronutrients, fat and protein, are essential elements of human nutrition. The body requires two types of essential fatty acids: omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. They are crucial not only … [Read more...]
Anabolic Yogurt by Jerry Brainum 3/25
Yogurt is a fermented milk product that offers several notable health benefits. It contains beneficial bacterial cultures that fortify and support the vital intestinal microbiome, the population of bacteria, fungi, and other organisms that reside in the colon. While in … [Read more...]
Can Vitamins and Minerals Increase Exercise and Sports Performance? by Jerry Brainum 11/24
Most people are reluctant to ingest various food supplements. The common excuse is, "I don't like swallowing pills." Such an attitude is less common among bodybuilders and athletes, who are aware of the importance of optimal nutrition in increasing sports performance … [Read more...]
Do Low Carbohydrate Diets Blunt Muscle Growth? by Jerry Brainum 5/24
Regular readers of Applied Metabolics know I advocate low carbohydrate diets, primarily about lowering body fat levels. I base this on my own experience with low-carb diets. When I began regular bodybuilding training, I tried every known diet touted to promote body fat … [Read more...]
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