5 Pounds of Whey for Under $30!

For those that want to supplement their diet using a little bit of whey protein, I read of a really good deal today. A website called Muscle and Strength, a mega site for those looking to lose weight and build muscle, is selling Muscle Gauge Nutrition’s whey protein.  This includes their world famous Whey Protein Blend for $26.99 and and Whey Protein Isolate for $29.99!

Muscle and Strength is als ooffering free shipping on any order containing Muscle Gauge whey!

That means you can add a tub of muscle gauge 5lb whey protein to your shopping cart, then countless other products (no limit) and get FREE SHIPPING with FedEx. Orders sent before 5PM Eastern get shipped the same day with a delivery time of only 1-3 days!

That’s an amazing deal.

If you’re curious on the benefits of whey protein, take a look at the following page they setup on their website: Whey Protein Fact Sheet. You can find the benefits of whey, what it does, and to take it as a supplement.

Oats for Healthy Weight Management

coachs_oats_n.jpgOur planet today is facing a huge epidemic– obesity.  The number of overweight and obese people has become staggering over the recent years due to sedentary lifestyles, bad dietary habits, and a lack of any physical activity.  The main cause, however, is poor diet.


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Types of Protein Supplements

soybean_protein.jpgProtein supplements are extremely useful for those that are participating in a muscle building program.  The reason for this is because weight training puts an additional burden on your muscles, making them require extra protein to repair and grow back.  Some studies have indicated that protein can help boost your metabolism and suppress your appetite — making weight loss a potential benefit as well.

While it is possible to consume protein through your diet, protein supplements are normally a quicker, more convenient source.

So, how can you get whey protein?  Well, it comes in a variety of different forms and types.  These can include powders, bars, shakes, and drinks.  The different types of protein available vary and can include the following:

Whey Protein
By far the most popular type of protein supplement because it’s absorbed very quickly once taken after a workout.  It’s also considered to be the most efficient type of protein because it has the highest biological value of all proteins — because of this, it promotes the greatest lean muscle gains.  The major drawback of whey protein is that it’s only active immediately after consumption, it’s benefits quickly disappearing.

Casein
This type of protein is comparatively rich when matched with whey, meaning it takes longer for your body to absorb.  It’s beneficial to consume casein right before you go to bed or on days when you’re not going to be doing any weight training.

Egg/Soy Protein 
As the name might suggest, these kind of proteins comes from mainly natural ingredients.  They are not as rich as casein supplements but they are much easier for us to digest.  Egg and soy proteins also come with many unique benefits, such as soy being one of the main aspects of a vegetarian’s diet.

While protein supplements aren’t necessary the right choice for everyone, they can help you meet your health goals regardless of what they may be — muscle toning, muscle gain, or weight loss.  If you’re currently undergoing any kind of physicial training right now, I highly suggest you do some more research on protein, talk to your doctor, and decide if protein supplements are right for you.

Should I take multi-vitamins?

opti-men.jpgA debate has raged on the last several years over the benefits of multi-vitamins and whether not you should take them.  However, there has been very little debate on the safety and effectiveness of multi-vitamins — most people concedes they are helpful.  When combating mineral or vitamin deficiency, multi-vitamins can supplement your body with nutrients it’s currently lacking.

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Vitamin K Benefits

vitamink.JPGVitamin K plays a crucial role when it comes to metabolism of the bones as well as blood clotting. The low serum concentration of vitamin K has been affiliated with lower bone mineral density, which essentially leads to an increased risk in hip fractures.

Vitamin supplements may also have the ability to improve bone mass in those women that are postmenopausal. Vitamin K prohibits the calcification of the arteries, as well as other soft tissue throughout the body – this is an adverse side effect of aging. Vitamin K may also play some kind of role in the regulation of the body’s blood sugar levels as the pancreas (maker of insulin) has the second highest concentration of vitamin K found within the body.


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Vitamin D Sources

salmon.jpgSupplementation with Vitamin D may be required because of it’s lack of plentiful sources in natural.  A few of the main sources of it in nature include the flesh of fish like mackerel, salmon, tuna, as well as fish liver oils.  A minute amount of vitamin D is found in cheese, egg yolks, and beef liver.

The main form of vitamin D is D3, known as cholecalciferol.  Comparatively, there are some mushrooms that provide a form of vitamin D2, known as ergocalciferol.


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