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Consumption of dietary supplements sold for weight loss, muscle building, and energy was associated with increased risk for severe...

I'm often asked several questions about my business... - "What is a Fitness Doctor?" - "What exactly do you do?" - "How is The Fitness...

A review of 6,000 studies across two decades delivers its verdict on GMO corn... and guess what... It's actually better for you! The...

Do you notice that you're hungrier when you sleep less?? It's not your imagination... The hormone leptin is important for the regulation...

Protein is necessary for maintaining and building lean muscle, but you don’t need as much as you might think... In a recent study, 48 men...

Red wine, in moderation, has been considered "heart healthy" since the 1970's. What is moderation, you ask? Approximately 4 ounces per...

People over 50—and women in particular—are often advised to take calcium to avoid broken bones. After considering more than 40 previous...

The "ketogenic diet" is the latest fad diet - and it is everywhere. I'm here to tell you to please STOP because you are harming your...

Recently, a young teenager asked me the question "Will lifting weights stunt my growth"? I have heard this myth numerous times so I...

Roughly one year ago, I decided to adopt a more plant-based diet. Since the age of about 12, I have made a concerted effort to consume...

Ditch Sour Cream for Greek Yogurt! Any side that requires sour cream—mashed potatoes, casseroles, sauces—can instantly be made healthier...

Recently, the #ClevelandBrowns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (@callme_wood) suffered a knee injury of the Medial Collateral Ligament...

With the plethora of information that exists regarding nutrition and "nutrient timing", I feel inclined to share some knowledge... ARE...

The Centers for Disease Control, American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Heart Association, and The Fitness Doctor recommend...

MULTIGRAIN IS NOT AS HEALTHY AS YOU THINK!! "Multigrain" and "whole grain" are not interchangeable terms. Whole grain means that all...

During periods of heavy exercise training and competition, lipid, protein, and nucleic molecules can become damaged due to an...

Scientists have discovered a molecular switch in the brain that regulates fat burning and could provide a way to control weight gain...

Research has shown that one of the quickest ways to damage the lower back is to load the spine while repeatedly bending it back and...

The #Cleveland #PlainDealer recently published an article on how workplace wellness programs don't work... Here is my response. How Much...

Here are my personal tips for better sleeping habits! Nutrition Keep all fats to less than 30% of your daily caloric intake Keep dietary...