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Mood Foods
by TJ Davis July 20th, 2010| Eating Tips
Neurotransmitters are special chemicals in the brain which affect a number of body functions. Three neurotansmitters, in particular, are associated with positivity and good moods: serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. Chemical levels of these neurotransmitters can be affected by a number of factors, including heredity, alcohol, hormones and food.
Serotonin is
Serotonin is
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Chocolate Milk
by Bea January 12th, 2010| Eating Tips
After a muscle burning and heart pounding workout, what should you be reaching into your fridge for, as you stand there, drenched with sweat? The answer is simple--chocolate milk.
While some people drink water to hydrate themselves and to keep their muscles from cramping, others turn to sports drinks, such
While some people drink water to hydrate themselves and to keep their muscles from cramping, others turn to sports drinks, such
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All About Iron
by Louise January 4th, 2010| Eating Tips
Note: Hemoglobin is the iron-containing part of our red blood cells that helps carry oxygen from our lungs to the rest of our body. The words iron and hemoglobin will be used interchangeably throughout this article because low hemoglobin levels are concomitant with low iron levels.
I have tried to donate
I have tried to donate
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Crack Open Your Six Pack
by Joe Lawrence December 16th, 2009| Eating Tips, Exercises, Strength Training
Everyone wants a flat stomach or the famous six pack abs. The problem is most people do not do the right things to get them. Hopefully, I will give you some ideas to steer you in the right direction.
First off, I want to say that I personally do not feel
First off, I want to say that I personally do not feel
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Save Money on Supplements
by Joe Lawrence November 18th, 2009| Cardio, Eating Tips, Exercises, Family Fitness, Running, Sports, Strength Training
When it comes to fitness, there is no secret that you put your body through the wringer. Afterward your body requires the replacement of essential nutrients. There are many companies and a trillion dollar fitness industry willing to sell you the secret potions to replenish you after a workout and
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Stretching is important for athletes
by Joe Lawrence November 11th, 2009| Eating Tips, Exercises, Sports, Strength Training
'Is there really any value in stretching?' I remember thinking this question in my head while doing the flexibility drills in Tae Kwon Do. After twenty-some years of fitness, the answer is a resounding 'yes.'
When I first began training in martial arts I was not very limber. Being almost six
When I first began training in martial arts I was not very limber. Being almost six