NUTRANEWS

Ladies and gentleman, we love our protein.  It makes us strong, satisfied, slim, and beastly in the gym. But if you’re sick of eating the same boiled chicken, tilapia, or protein shakes in your blender bottle, we feel your pain.

Here are some KILLER protein powder recipes that will seem more like heavenly (and guilty!) desserts than actual clean protein-packed eats!

Recent studies show that those who head soccer balls more frequently show brain scans that are similar to those seen in traumatic head injuries, and face greater risk of developing memory and thinking problems.

You’re at the doctor’s for your  yearly check-up (or at least you should be), and have your heart rate and blood pressure checked, get interrogated about your lifestyle choices, habits, and future plans, and if everything is hunky-dory, you’re off for another 12 months.

Are you feeling sluggish, tired, and irritable? Maybe you’ve gained weight, lost some hair, and noticed your skin drying. If so, you could have hypothyroidism; a common endocrine disorder caused by a thyroid hormone deficiency.

The thyroid is the powerhouse for stabilizing metabolism, so people with hypothyroidism have symptoms of slow metabolic rate (sensitive to cold temperatures, abnormal menstrual cycles, weight-gain and fatigue, etc.)

However, treatment for hypothyroidism is common and effective.  You can take prescription medications, or if your hypothyroid is not as severe, talk to your doctor about taking natural steps towards boosting your thyroid with diet changes, natural supplements, and regular exercise.

You may take notice, or don’t even bother to care, but the color of your urine can actually tell you a LOT about yourself!

Dr. Michael Farber, director of the Executive Health Program at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, N.J. tells HealthyLiving.com   “The appearance and smell of your urine—as well as the frequency with which you have to go—can provide many clues to what else is going on in your body.”

So let’s see what YOUR urine is saying about you!

We all know that when the sun goes down, our hunger seems to rise. You stick to your diet all day, workout and eat clean, then 9 p.m. roles around and your mouth is watering in front of the fridge.  What’s the deal? Either you didn’t eat enough during the day, had too many insulin spiking (and dropping) sugars and carbs in your last meal, you’re bored, or you could ACTUALLY be hungry. Whatever the reason, it doesn’t help the cravings (and they’re screaming for chocolate ice cream, and lots of it).  I personally have always dealt with night hunger (and morning hunger, afternoon hunger, even 2 a.m. wake up out of your sleep starving hunger) and I needed a fix, so I tried casein protein.

We know CrossFit is a great way to get in shape, get your blood boilin’, and your competitive side thriving. However, it can also boost your…sex life? Many studies are pointing to YES, and we’ll tell you why!

CrossFit athletes perform different WOD’s that are made up of a series of activities, generally a combination of weight baring and cardio exercises for time. The make-up of CrossFit  (bursts of all-out explosive routines) may actually be the contributing factor to a strong and healthy sex drive (and body!)

Recent studies conducted at the University of Ulster in Northern Ireland show that people actually tend to choose LARGER portions when they associate foods as “healthy” due to misleading claims, as reported by FoodNavigator.com. 

A lot of us hate math. And hey, even if you’re in the minority that likes numbers, chances are you don’t stick around counting every calorie, gram, or milligram in your head all day as you go from meal to meal.  However, many of us under-estimate to a fault, causing a rise in the scales.

Many of us eat protein bars because they’re quick and convenient sources of fast fuel.  However, not all protein bars are created equal, and some can really set you back from your goals.  People eat protein bars for different reasons; to lose weight, curb cravings, get them through that last set, or to even put on lean muscle mass. However, when it comes to choosing a high quality protein bar, you want to make sure you hit the main keys: sugar, fiber, fat, calories, carbs, quality, and of course- protein.

We’ll break it down for you and suggest some top notch bars to keep your goals on POINT through the power of PROTEIN!

Adult prescriptions in the US have risen, and unfortunately, the rate of poisoning in children has as well. According to a study published in the June 3 issue of Pediatrics, this is due to the accidental ingestion of adult prescription medication by children. 

We all know the cardinal rule: put on your sunscreen! However, recent research has found that there may be ingredients in your trusted sunscreen that are potentially dangerous to your health.  In fact, CNN.com reports that twenty-five percent of 800 tested sunscreens are effective at protecting your skin without using harmful ingredients, according to the Environmental Working Group.  Dr. Oz even had a frightening episode on the matter recently, which sparked questions and concern.  This naturally causes alarm for many who use sunscreen themselves and dab the white goo all over loved ones as well.

Here are a few of the things to watch out for when it comes to purchasing your sunscreen!

Wraps are easy, convenient, and fun ways to enjoy your favorite meat, fish, or veggies! Perfect to pack for the beach or a quick lunch, wraps are great for the on-the-go individual! However, with all of those high carb and calorie tortillas out there, you can be packin’ on an extra 300 plus calories, wrap alone!

No fear, NutraNews is here to give you a few healthy, low-cal AND low-carb wrap alternatives so you can continue to devour your favorite wraps, guilt free! Recipes too!

It’s summertime and you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors; grillin’ up on the BBQ, swimming in the pool, and of course, surrounding yourself with family and loved ones.

Your family; whether it’s cousins, grandparents, children, nephews, or your best friends since grade school, everyone has their own special tribe that they love. And of course, what’s more important than keeping that lovely bunch around for years and years to come?

We all strive to eat better, workout more, and make better life choices in order to live a longer, healthier life (or fit into those skinny jeans), right? Well, research shows that people who are overweight tend to live LONGER than those who are either underweight, at a normal weight, or obese!