The most crucial nutrient for building muscle is protein — or more precisely, the elemental compounds that comprise it: amino acids. Of the 20 dietary amino acids, nine are considered essential because the body cannot produce them on its own; they must be obtained … [Read more...]
Why Do Some Supplements Work While Others Don’t? by Jerry Brainum 3/24
If you were to ask most doctors about food supplements, they would suggest avoiding them. Instead, they say you should only obtain all essential nutrients from food sources. And the best way to do that is by consuming what's known as a "balanced diet." The major … [Read more...]
Ergogenic Aids: Timing is Everything by Jerry Brainum 12/19
Nutrient timing has been a big issue in sports nutrition for the past few years. Some of the most common examples of nutrient or ergogenic timing include when to ingest caffeine prior to a workout or sports event, and also the best time to ingest particular nutrients. Some of those … [Read more...]
Creatine versus cortisol by Jerry Brainum
Creatine is probably the most popular food supplement used by bodybuilders, and for good reason. It works for 80% of those who use it. The 20% for whom creatine isn't effective are usually habitual heavy meat-eaters. Red meat is the richest source of natural … [Read more...]