A recent study that was widely publicized in the popular press found that the primary reason why people get fat is from eating a combination of fat and sugar. I've said for years that most people don't get fat from eating just fat or just sugar, but when you combine them it's a sure … [Read more...]
Sodium Truths by Jerry Brainum
Perhaps no nutrient is as misunderstood as sodium. If you played a word association game with any knowledgeable person and uttered the word "sodium," the typical response would be "blood pressure." Sodium is closely associated with the control of blood pressure in that an … [Read more...]
Probiotic Supplements: Boon for Health or Waste of Money? by Jerry Brainum
We can thank Elie Metchnikoff for the existence of probiotic supplements. Probiotic supplements are various strains of bacteria that are thought to be beneficial to health because of their favorable effect on the balance of bacteria that exist in the intestinal … [Read more...]
When a “junk day” can turn deadly by Jerry Brainum
When I competed in bodybuilding contests, a common practice involved what we called "junk days."The procedure was as follows: you would stay on a strict diet, most often one that restricted carbohydrate intake, 6 days a week. On the seventh day, you would have your junk day. … [Read more...]
Angry Steroid Users, Women on Betaine, Flexible Dieting, Paleo Diet and more by Jerry Brainum
In past issues of Applied Metabolics I've written summaries of new research presented at various science conferences. Years ago, I used to attend a few of these myself, but quickly came to the realization that doing so was a waste of time, at least for me. Most … [Read more...]
Research Briefs by Jerry Brainum
As I've noted in previous editions of Applied Metabolics, various science meetings are held throughout the year in which scientists meet and discuss their latest research findings. Many such findings are presented in short abstract form as "posters." The … [Read more...]
A supplement combination that boosts gains in men over age 40 by Jerry Brainum
"Supplements don't work, they are just snake oil." I see such comments nearly every day on various sites over the Internet. Many are convinced that various food and sports supplements are nothing but hype promulgated by often outrageous advertising claims. I even … [Read more...]
A sugar that burns fat? by Jerry Brainum
According to the biochemistry textbooks, losing fat isn't that complex. You simply ingest fewer calories than you burn through physical activity and you will lose fat. In the last few days, I have seen several articles in science journals that proclaim the superiority … [Read more...]
After the Contest Ends by Jerry Brainum
Until recently, bodybuilding was virtually ignored by sports scientists. While studies of the effects of drugs commonly used by athletes, such as anabolic steroids, did exist in the medical literature there was nonetheless a dearth of information about the science … [Read more...]
Will Carbohydrates Help You Train Harder? by Jerry Brainum
In recent issues of Applied Metabolics, I've discussed the results of research findings that provide more practical information on precisely which and how much of certain nutrients are required to help develop additional lean mass and strength. While individual nutritional … [Read more...]
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