THE IMPORTANCE OF "LOWERING" YOUR WEIGHTS
Research has shown one type of muscle contraction is most effective at increasing muscle strength and size...the eccentric contraction. ...
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Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Nov 17
- 2 min
Tis the season... to be stressed
The holiday season is often a time of celebration with loved ones. However, between busier social calendars, shopping, and hosting (on...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Nov 7
- 3 min
POMEGRANATES AND CANCER PREVENTION
A metabolite found in pomegranates may help prevent colorectal cancer. Researchers investigated the effects of a metabolite called...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Nov 1
- 3 min
Dieters often think they're eating healthier than they really are
As the holidays approach, many of us may be concerned about gaining a few extra pounds. Perhaps you are even considering starting a...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Oct 24
- 8 min
Eating late increases hunger, decreases calories burned, and changes fat tissue
Obesity afflicts approximately 42 percent of the U.S. adult population and contributes to the onset of chronic diseases, including...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Oct 7
- 6 min
BUSTING MYTHS ABOUT RED MEAT
Separating fact from fiction. Protein is an essential macronutrient, but not all food sources of protein are created equal, and you may...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Sep 19
- 7 min
CHOLESTEROL - WHAT TO EAT, WHAT TO AVOID
Cholesterol is arguably one of the most misunderstood substances. For decades, people avoided healthy yet cholesterol-rich foods such as...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Sep 9
- 9 min
IS FRAILTY INEVITABLE AS WE AGE?
The clock ticks for everyone, and with each tick comes change. For those who manage to avoid major medical problems, the changes are slow...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Sep 5
- 4 min
7 Foods That Will Boost Your Mood, According to Science
There's plenty of evidence to suggest that activities like exercise and spending time outside during the day can lift your spirits, and...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Aug 27
- 5 min
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BUILD MUSCLE?
The answer depends on many variables, from training methods and calorie intake to the macronutrients provided by the foods you eat. You...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Aug 22
- 4 min
SUGAR SUBSTITUTES AND WHY YOU SHOULD EAT ICE CREAM
In a new study, participants who consumed sugar substitutes showed an altered microbiome and spikes in blood glucose. Aspartame, and...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Aug 12
- 6 min
Anti-Aging Properties of Carnosine
A new scientific review describes the therapeutic potential of a supplement called carnosine. This review advocates for more clinical...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Aug 5
- 4 min
ARE YOU SITTING TOO MUCH?
New research is adding further weight to the argument that prolonged sitting may be hazardous to your health. An international study...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Jul 18
- 2 min
Vitamin D Could Help Protect Women Against and Even Reverse Ovarian Cancer
Researchers believe vitamin D could be key in preventing ovarian cancer, one of the most lethal, as they found it stopped a key...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Jul 12
- 5 min
MAGNESIUM FOR STRESS RELIEF
The latest research on the benefits of magnesium for stress relief. Chronic stress can be worsened by low levels of magnesium. A new form...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Jul 4
- 2 min
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE IN A PILL?
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have identified a molecule in the blood that is produced during exercise and can effectively...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Jun 22
- 5 min
LATEST RESEARCH CONFIRMS THAT MOST SUPPLEMENTS & VITAMINS ARE A WASTE OF MONEY
Don't waste your money! I have been saying this for years. Drawn to the allure of "wellness", people in the U.S. spent close to $50...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Jun 15
- 5 min
EPA SAYS EVEN UNDETECTABLE LEVELS OF CHEMICALS IN DRINKING WATER POSE HEALTH RISK
The Environmental Protection Agency is warning that two nonstick and stain-resistant compounds found in drinking water pose health risks...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- Jun 7
- 5 min
Everyone eats three extra cheeseburgers a day than they admit, study shows
Everyone eats the equivalent of three extra cheeseburgers a day than they admit -- regardless of their waistline, researchers have...
Dr. Fredrick Peters
- May 31
- 4 min
how safe is it to go back to the gym?
Many gyms and health clubs seem to be filling up again with people eager to return to their old routines and communities or get in shape...