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"Vegan-ism" ??
by alilee05
posted February 3, 2011 at 9:21am

The beginning thoughts of my education on eating a vegan diet ... Thanks Oprah...more

Gatorade research on "Anaerobic Performance."
by Pretty Strong
posted January 30, 2011 at 7:46pm

"Anaerobic performance when rehydrating with water or commercially available sports drinks during prolonged exercise in the heat Coso JD, Estevez E, Baquero RA, Mora-Rodriguez R <strong&g...;more

FIT Project (Phoenix, AZ) Part Two
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted January 28, 2011 at 12:42pm

I left off with you drooling over the fresh fruits. Today will have you rushing to go get some fresh veggies. In case you don’t know what the FIT Project is all about, here is a recap. The FIT (Fitness Inspired Tour) Project is a national fitness to...more

FIT Project (Phoenix, AZ) Part One
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted January 27, 2011 at 2:02am

Why, looky, looky, I think I spy donuts, ice cream, nachos…wait a minute. NO YOU DON’T! Not this blog! What you DO see is a pair of running shoes, a race bib, some fruits & veggies and a passion for kids. In case you haven’t heard about the FIT...more

Banana Nut Bread Protein Shake
by Pretty Strong
posted January 22, 2011 at 1:52pm

Seriously this was so good. I totally just made it up. (aka I stole a similar recipe and made it my own) It was rockin'. It tasted like Banana Nut Bread batter. Ok so here's my recipe. You're welcome. 1 serving size of vanilla Muscle Milk 1 Banana 1 ...more

The sweet life of Natalie Coughlin [podcast]
by Pretty Tough
posted January 20, 2011 at 1:30am

I had the pleasure of speaking with world-renowned gold medalist Natalie Coughlin a couple days ago. Natalie is an amazing swimmer - the most decorated female athlete of both the 2008 Beijing and 2004 Athens Games – who is looking to add to her me...more

Quoted in Washingtonian’s Fit Foodie Blog
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted January 18, 2011 at 5:34pm

If you know me, then you know I love sharing my opinion on things. And don’t get me started on nutrition, wellness, and dieting or you may not get me to shut up! So that’s why I love it when a reporter wants to interview me. I seem to have a knack for...more

The hunger monster is back
by Run Girl Run
posted January 13, 2011 at 3:57pm

It never ceases to amaze me how just two weeks of moderate training sends my hunger into overdrive. Lately I have been a hungry, hungry hippo. (Source) Case in point. My supervisor brought brownies to the office on Tuesday as a treat. We broke them out...more

Squash Food Cues & Lose Weight
by Performance Nutrition
posted January 13, 2011 at 3:25pm

Losing weight and keeping it off for good has a lot more to do with your head then your stomach. Your brain sends out satiety cues and it also stops you from grabbing a second piece of cake when you are already stuffed. Paying attention to what the unemot...more

iPod App Review: Food Network Nighttime
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted January 2, 2011 at 2:37pm

This app puts The Food Network at your fingertips! Now, night time shows like ‘Throwdown with Bobby Flay’ recipes and clips are compiled for your viewing and cooking needs. The app has a recipe function which is set up like the website, including su...more

Relationship Between Steroids and Weight Gain
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 27, 2010 at 3:10pm

Do you currently take a steroid to treat arthritis, asthma, or chronic joint or muscle pain? Have you noticed increased weight gain since beginning your steroid treatment? A common side effect of corticosteroids that occurs in the majority of patients is ...more

Cooking Challenge: Christmas Cookies
by Run Girl Run
posted December 24, 2010 at 2:30pm

After the stockings were hung, and the presents were wrapped, it was obviously time to bake Christmas cookies. Matt and I spent hours in the kitchen this year, whipping up batches of different cookies. I was so impressed with how soft and gooey the...more

Attune Probiotics: Delicious Dark Chocolate!
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 24, 2010 at 2:20pm

By Carlene Helble- Elite Nutrition Intern Whenever I see bars touting health claims in a chocolate flavor…I become a bit skeptical. If I buy this, is it really going to taste good? Should I just eat a high sugar candy bar if it makes me happier?As I te...more

Ch-ch-ch-chia Packs a Nutrient Punch!
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 23, 2010 at 12:40pm

By Carlene Helble-Elite Nutrition Intern Do you remember chia pets (ch-ch-ch-chia!)? Where you added small seeds to terracotta forms that eventually produced a plant? The same chia seeds are now carried in stores like Whole Foods…to eat. Chia seeds ha...more

Product Review and Another Contest!: Think Thin
by Endurance Meg
posted December 23, 2010 at 9:54am

After the Real World, Real Food challenge, I discovered that I can do a pretty decent job getting the good, filling food without the need for meat-based meals. Now, don’t get me wrong, I am not a vegan. I am not even contemplating going vegetarian! I li...more

Real World, Real Food Wrap-up
by Endurance Meg
posted December 22, 2010 at 4:14pm

Thanks to everyone for contributing, spreading the word, and getting involved with the Real World, Real Food Organic Basket Challenge that Sonja and I did last week. It was so incredibly fun. A particular congratulations goes out to Kara for winning, bu...more

Kombucha Tea: Do the Negatives Outweigh the Positives?
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 21, 2010 at 1:31pm

By: Carlene Helble-Elite Nutrition Intern The beverage industry provides a plethora of options for those seeking something fizzy, a drink with a kick, or beverages with advertised health benefits. Kombucha is a popular ‘health drink’ that uses a grou...more

Fruits and Vegetables: Eat Em’ Like Junk Food
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 19, 2010 at 12:15pm

The CDC released a report showing that Americans are falling short on eating enough Fruits and Vegetables in their diet. Numerous studies have been shown that an increase in vegetable servings can help to reduce the risk for many of the leading causes of ...more

Why Obama Can’t Make Kids Healthy (a different take on the nutrition bill)
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted December 15, 2010 at 8:53pm

Pens don’t make change, actions do. A few days ago, President Obama signed a nutrition bill. Also known as the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act 2010. People ooh & awed. Yay! We have ANOTHER bill. This will make the obesity crisis diminish. And we won’t...more

Cushing’s Syndrome
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 12, 2010 at 11:50pm

Over-eating isn’t always to blame for people who struggle with extra weight. For some, the weight may come from health complications and disease. Cushing’s syndrome is a health problem that affects 2-10 people per million. For those who are diagnosed...more

The Real World Real Food Challenge
by Endurance Meg
posted December 12, 2010 at 5:08pm

For the past two years, I’ve had the most excellent hook-up: I was part of community-supported agriculture (CSA). My CSA was especially rad because the farmer charged ~$400/year, and delivered fresh fruit and veggies to my door every Tuesday. There were...more

Better Baking for Your Health
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 10, 2010 at 10:46am

Fresh baked goods find their way into our diets from time to time, there’s no denying that, but with all of the refined carbohydrates, the treats only leave us feeling guilty. Made with white flour and sugar, most of the time they are empty calories tha...more

Knowledge doesn’t necessarily lead to smart choices
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 8, 2010 at 12:11am

This is a direct line from my “Nurture Principles – find wellness within” keynote. I can honestly say that there are things I know I should do but don’t. So big deal we’re human, right? Well… not so fast. I think the disconnect here is that we...more

Oh, the possibilities…+ win a Larabar gift
by Endurance Meg
posted December 3, 2010 at 5:09pm

It’s the 2nd of December. I feel like it should still be September. One of the unfortunate things about doing awesome things and having a great time is that time seriously flies by. In the last week, while exploring a new city, getting started at a new ...more

Is Your Juice Real or Fake?
by Performance Nutrition
posted November 30, 2010 at 12:13am

Berries, “super fruits”, and new packaging on juices are all the rage. In fact, you’ve probably picked up some berry concoction you can’t quite pronounce hoping its the secret to good health and the fountain of youth. Or, if you are a parent, sur...more

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