Non Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT): Maximize Your Daily Energy Burn

Most folks assume calorie burn only happens when you’re drenched in sweat at the gym or grinding through a weekend hike. But honestly, the majority of your daily calorie burn comes from stuff you probably don’t even notice you’re doing. Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT)—yeah, that’s a mouthful—can actually account for up to 50% of your … Read more

Berberine or Why My 70-Year-Old Uncle Eats Italian Pastries—and Still Has Abs

Illustration of an old man in good shape eating pastries and sipping coffee.

Last year, I spent a week with my 70-year-old uncle. We were on vacation, and while I was already mentally preparing to offset the damage of buttery croissants and rich Italian pastries with protein shakes and intermittent fasting, he was… not. He ate everything.He savored dessert.He looked amazing. And I don’t mean “good for his … Read more

Can You Build Muscle on a Calorie Deficit with Enough Protein?

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Ever feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending loop of contradictory advice? One minute you’re told to cut calories to lose that stubborn belly fat, and the next, you’re chugging protein shakes to pack on muscle. It’s like being caught between a rock and a dumbbell. But what if I told you there’s a question … Read more

Can You Drink Tea While Fasting?

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You’re here because you’ve jumped on the intermittent fasting train, and now you’re staring at your teacup like it’s a Rubik’s Cube. Can you drink it or not during your fasting window? Will it unlock the secrets of the universe or just mess up your insulin levels? Let’s cut through the noise and get to … Read more

Capsaicin Foods: Unleashing the Fitness Power of Spice

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What if I told you there’s an unsung hero in your kitchen that could take your fitness journey to the next level? I’m not talking about your go-to protein powder or those chia seeds you forgot you had. I’m talking about capsaicin, the fiery compound that’s about to revolutionize your workouts and your meal prep. … Read more

Can You Take Creatine While Cutting? Here’s What The Science Says (In Simple Words)

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Ah, the age-old fitness dilemma: how to lose that pesky fat without saying goodbye to your hard-earned muscles. It’s like trying to keep your cake and eat it—only this time, the cake is made of protein and sweat. Supplements often come to the rescue in this Herculean task, but there’s one that’s always up for … Read more

Fat Oxidation: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding and Optimizing Your Body’s Fat-Burning Machine

Introduction So, you’ve heard the term “fat oxidation” thrown around in gym locker rooms or seen it in health articles and thought, “What the hell is that?” Well, you’re in the right place. Fat oxidation is your body’s natural furnace for burning fat, and understanding it can be a game-changer for your fitness, athletic performance, … Read more