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The gut and tummy are not created equal. In fact, they're not even the same thing! Learn why a happy gut is essential to your health and fat loss goals. by Jimmy Smith You've got quite the gut. Whoa, slow down, I'm not saying you're fat. In fact, I've got a gut myself. Actually, we've...

Activated vitamin D stimulates expression of the androgen receptor in skeletal muscle cells, according to a recent study by the Dutch company OrgaNext Research. Nandrolone, the active metabolite of the anabolic steroid nandrolone decanoate, stimulates expression of the vitamin D receptor in...

Magnesium is an important mineral for those looking to build a better body. Now that's one heck of an understatement. It's not unlike saying that the quarterback is an important position on a football team or that Lindsay Lohan isn't an ideal role model for young women. Magnesium plays a...

Last week a young lifter asked me to spot him on a set of lying triceps extensions. He had the bar loaded with what I'd consider a moderately heavy weight ? about 140 lbs. plus the EZ bar. At first glance, his arms didn't appear big enough to match this load, but I thought maybe he was just...

New research in the FASEB Journal suggests that rats fed homobrassinolide, found in the mustard plant, produced an anabolic effect, and increased appetite and muscle mass, as well as the number and size of muscle fibers Bethesda, MD?If you are looking to lean out, add muscle mass, and get...

Cow-free milk is no passing trend: The milk-alternatives market grew 12.5 percent last year, according to the Beverage Marketing Corporation. "While cow's milk contains nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and protein, people are turning to nondairy varieties because of allergies, lactose...

Any one have it? I have been daiagnosed with this as a secondary problem to nerve issues.

Sometimes you feel like a nut, but which one is better for the bodybuilder? The Winner: Walnuts Nuts are an excellent source of protein and healthy fats and are fairly low in carbs, but some nuts are better than others. Almonds have more carbs and less fat (and have been shown to increase...

After using it for years, my body doesn't like it. My digestive system gets all messed up and my chronic pain flares up big time. I am on the search for something else as it is hard for me to get adequate protein from my food alone. Anyone use other types of protein? I have tried rice...