I read a really interesting article about the safety of this very common muscle building supplement today, and I wanted to pass along the findings to you. Let me preface this by saying that this article is very one-sided; it is based on a single research study, so I would definitely recommend doing your […]

You don’t just walk into a GNC and pick up the biggest bucket of protein you can find, or the cheapest, or the one with the coolest looking packaging. There are several varieties available and, depending on what you are trying to accomplish with your protein supplement consumption, you will want to evaluate the […]

There are thousands of supplements available to you as a member of the bodybuilding or fitness community. If you walk into a GNC or Vitamin Shoppe, the walls and aisles are lined with products guaranteeing to help you lose weight, build muscle, gain mass, or do whatever else you may want to your body. It’s […]

It is crucial to your muscle building, as well as to your overall health and well-being in general, that your body gets the nutrients it needs to function at it’s peak. Very few people get 100 percent of their recommended daily intake of vitamins and minerals through their natural diet, and without them your […]

Even with protein shakes and supplements, many of us struggle to fit enough of this vital nutrient into our day. That is why I am a big fan of Barilla PLUS pasta. With Barilla PLUS, you get 420 calories (20 calories from fat), and 20 grams of protein in a 4 oz. serving […]

Everyone agrees that your body needs protein in order to build muscle. Protein is the building block upon which muscles rely to rebuild themselves after your workout. If you want to add muscle mass, you need to consume a lot of protein. But how much protein do you really need? And how much is too much?