“Is it in you?” With all respect to LeBron James (who by his own admission occasionally requires the extra hydration), not everyone needs to fuel up with the brightly colored drinks before, during, or after activity. While athletes drinking the amplified water like it’s going out of style, the ultimate answer for your needs is […]
Category: Nutrition
Why Are We Fat?
What’s worse: Sugar or fat? To answer the question, “Why are we fat?” it’s time to look at foods differently to crack the fat loss code.
Do High Protein Diets Cause Early Death?
All food is not created equal. The burger served to you at McDonald’s is not the same as the organic, free-range patty you grabbed at your farmer’s market. The foods you eat, should never been viewed in isolation. Just mashing together proteins, carbs, and fats in the meal can change the way you look, but […]
The Truth About Nutrient Timing
Do you need to eat immediately after a workout? What should you be eating? The leading nutrition researchers finally reveal the truth about nutrient timing.
How Much Fat Should I Eat?
Everything you need to know about the dangers of consuming a diet that’s high in fat can be summarized in one sentence. The health scare surrounding saturated fat and cholesterol was overblown. That was Walter Willett’s conclusion after reviewing 21 studies on high-fat diets. While Willet’s name doesn’t jump off the page, he is the […]
The Great Fitness Error
When I was 26 years old I almost made a huge mistake. I was tired of the hype, the false realties, and what appeared to be a lack of transparency about an important aspect of life. I sucked at love. You see, by that admittedly young age, I had already made enough mistakes—and been crushed […]
3 Overrated Supplements
It’s hard to know what supplements work. Despite their popularity, these three overrated products don’t have the science to support their lofty claims and are not worthy of your money.
Does Skipping Breakfast Cause Heart Attacks?
Certain nutrition basics appear to be timeless regardless of your diet: Eat breakfast. Eat fruits and vegetables. Don’t feast on sugary foods on a regular basis. All of this was indisputable until intermittent fasting came into the picture, and the importance of breakfast was brought into question. Or more accurately, the timing of meals was […]
Does Tribulus Boost Testosterone?
If you happen to follow me on Twitter, you know that I enjoy hosting random Q&A’s using the hashtag #AskBorn. And while I love the rapid fire interaction, sometimes 140 characters just isn’t enough. That’s why I cover certain questions more in-depth, providing you with the details that will help you understand my answers. Ask […]
Why Am I Hungry All the Time?
The foods you eat might not be why you’re hungry all the time. Learn how your sleep behaviors could be forcing your uncontrollable snacking behaviors.
Are Avocados Healthy?
They’re considered high in fat and calories. But are avocados healthy? New research says yes, and suggests it might be best for you to enjoy them every day.
The Protein Guide: How Much Protein Do You Need?
Protein is essential for muscle gain and fat loss. But how much do you need? This protein guide answers all your questions and helps you personalize a plan for your body.