Lemon Water: Folk Medicine or Health Enhancer?
Many wellness advocates swear by starting the day with a glass of lemon water. But does it really detoxify or have any other major benefit beyond hydration? Let’s explore the lore of lemon water to...
Lori Nedescu, MS RD CSSD
About the Author
Lori, MS RD CSSD is an accomplished sports dietitian; she holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Certification as a Specialist in Sports Nutrition. As a current professional road cyclist and previous elite marathoner and ultra-runner, Lori knows firsthand that food can enhance or diminish performance gains. She understands the importance of balancing a quality whole food based diet with science-backed performance nutrition and strives to share this message with others. Learn more about her @HungryForResults.
Fasted Workout Mistakes to Avoid
You’ve likely wondered whether or not you should eat before exercising first thing in the morning, and if there are notable benefits to doing “fasted” workouts. If your reason for avoiding...
The Athlete’s Diet Log: Carbohydrates
While the importance of carbohydrates is currently being challenged by many trendy diets, carbs are still king when it comes to the diet of an athlete. Carbohydrates are found in foods such as...
Fit Food Spotlight: Salmon
NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF SALMON This fatty fish is one of the most nutritious foods around. Each 100-gram portion (roughly 3.5 ounces) contains about 232 calories, 25 grams of protein and 14.6...
How One Sports Nutritionist Stocks Her Kitchen
Reaching fitness goals takes serious effort, mostly in the areas of physical exertion and making the right food choices. The working out part is generally more straightforward than the nutrition...