by Site Admin | Oct 17, 2018 | Nutrition
The term “Biologic Value” is the measure of a protein’s properties to be absorbed by the human body and incorporated into existing body proteins for building and repair purposes. The biologic value of the whole egg is rated 93.7. Stated... by Site Admin | Nov 27, 2016 | General Health, Nutrition
Among the “controversial” nutrition practices often criticized in newspapers/magazines and other media articles are the high protein diets followed by bodybuilders, strength athletes, and CrossFit enthusiasts. Registered dieticians, the health professionals... by Site Admin | Jun 18, 2015 | General Health, Nutrition
Several scientific studies and investigative papers published in recent years have suggested that certain nutritional interventions may help patients that have sustained a concussion or a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This prompted the U.S. Department of... by Site Admin | Jan 7, 2015 | General Health, Nutrition
Poor or sub-optimum nutrition is more common in female athletes than in male athletes. Proper diet is of the utmost importance in order for active individuals to maintain adequate energy during intense bouts of exercise/activity and for recovery afterwards. In... by Site Admin | Jan 5, 2013 | General Health, Nutrition
Yes, they are! And this is largely due to a number of new medications and chemical formulations recently introduced to the market. As it stands, there are now more than 85 drugs that may interact with grapefruit. The number of drugs that may result in...