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What is creatine? Critical info to know before you start

What is creatine? Short answer: it’s an organic compound that supplies your muscles with energy and makes them more powerful – if you get the dose right! For the long answer about how it works and everything else you need to know about taking creatine supplements: keep reading.

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Isotonic Drinks: Restore your balance in just drops!

Are isotonic drinks the effective power supply you need for your workout? Let’s find out what these sports drinks really do – and most importantly, who they’re good for.

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Lose weight for good! Interview with Rosalby

Old habits die hard, but it’s our daily routines that determine whether we reach our goal of finally living healthier or maybe losing a few kilos. Read on to see how Rosalby managed to get out of her comfort zone!

A smorgasbord of stress relieving foods from avocado to blueberries, bowls of bright spices, ginger, and spinach leaves

Stress relieving foods: Eat these for a dose of zen

Start unwrapping some chocolate whenever you’re stressed out? Is there any evidence that candy, chips, and other snacks actually help reduce stress? And if not – what are some real stress relieving foods?

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Artificial sweeteners make the tastes you crave possible without the calories!

If you’ve ever looked at the nutrition information on a pack of gum, you know how confusing they can sometimes be. After all, what are the terms ‘aspartame,’ ‘saccharin’ and stevia supposed to mean if you’ve never heard of them before? In this article, we explain everything you need to know about all the different

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Jogging in Fall: How to get or keep your routine as temps drop

Jogging in fall is all about pleasant temperatures, cool air, and golden yellow trees, but this crisp season can also bring grey, dreary weather. Here’s what you have to pay attention to:

A photo of an arrangement of small decorative pumpkins in orange, beige, and white on a light-gray wooden background. Find out more squash nutrition facts in the article!

Amazing squash nutrition facts to pump(kin) up your health

When the leaves start to change color and the sun begins setting earlier, we all know that fall has arrived. There are so many great reasons to look forward to the season, but seasonal squash is easily one of our favorites! Tasty and full of health benefits, it deserves a special spot on your plate.

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Protein Shakes Made Simple

Protein shakes aren’t just for bodybuilders. On the contrary: protein shakes give you the perfect amount of protein for building muscle, losing weight, or just improving your health and fitness in general.

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Protein Shakes Compared: What really matters

A large number of successful athletes, actors & nutrition coaches swear by protein shakes. We will explain the various quality markers and show you which protein shake is right for which specific objectives.

Protein Powder

Protein Powder for all your goals

Protein powder is the easiest way to provide your body with high-quality proteins in a concentrated form. We’ll show you how you can benefit from taking protein powder and how to identify high-quality protein powders. We’ll suggest protein powders that are ideal for muscle building and for losing weight and explain the differences between them.

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How to boost your immune system: Try our 9 tips!

Having a strong immune system can give you a buffer against frequent illness. Let us show you how to boost your immune system in all seasons. It all starts with a dose of mindfulness and a spoonful of the right nutrition.

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Potatoes for weight loss: It’s time to rethink the humble spud!

Whether French fried or mashed, this small, versatile tuber is indispensable in the kitchen. It’s easier than you think to use potatoes for weight loss because they’re packed with nutrients and so simple to cook with. Here, we’ll tell you what you need to know about the humble spud.