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Protein is necessary for muscle repair and growth.For this reason, many people consume protein supplements in the form of shakes along with their workouts.However, the optimal time to have a protein shake is a hotly debated topic.Some believe it’s best to drink a protein shake before a workout, whereas others argue that after a workout is ideal.This article explains whether it’s best to have a protein shake before or after your workout.1. People Who Exercise Need More ProteinThe Recommended … read more

When it comes to living healthy, you’ve got it down pat―you’re eating all the right things and exercising regularly. You’ve even tried all the “plateau-busting” tips out there. And yet, for some reason, you’re not seeing results. Sound familiar?If this scenario rings true for you, it’s likely that your habits aren’t quite as healthy as you’d thought.1. You only order saladYou’re out to dinner with friends, and despite their protests, you decide to “behave” and order a salad. But here’s th … read more

By now you know: Losing weight boils down to using up more calories than you consume. It seems simple enough. The hard part is ACTUALLY MAKING it happen! But cutting calories and dieting doesn’t have to mean cutting out all your favorite foods. Don’t believe us? Check out these four simple swaps guaranteed to save you over 600 calories a day without putting the kibosh on your favorite flavors:1.  Drink fat-free milk instead of whole Replace your whole milk habit with a fat-free fix, … read more

You might've been sold on the keto diet when you learned you wouldn't have to give up beloved foods like cheese and bacon. But did anyone warn you that, in exchange, you might have to sacrifice your routine Starbucks order?Okay, fine—you don’t have to give up Starbucks or all coffee-shop orders completely—you may just need to switch up the way you order your usual cup of Joe. And you don’t have to solve an intense math equation to cook up the perfect keto Starbucks drink. Julie Upton … read more

Why is everyone talking about intermittent fasting? Because it’s easy. It’s also a key part of Dr. Oz’s new lifestyle plan, which aims to help you lose 20 pounds and lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke by 20%. But why is intermittent fasting good for you? Beyond just helping your body burn fat faster, a new study shows potentially huge health gains that go beyond the scale.For the purposes of this latest review, published in The New England Journal of Medicine in Dec. 2 … read more