DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
Many new supplement crazes occur simply because a novel supplement has been introduced into the market. In the case of DHEA, its popularity has soared because an old drug has recently become available as an off-the-shelf supplement in the U.S. This occurred because the 1994 U.S. Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act was passed, allowing […]
Organic Calcium vs. Inorganic Calcium for Women
By: Mark J. Occhipinti, M.S., Ph.D., NDc.Chemistry defines organic as containing carbon or carbon-hydrogen or carbon-carbon bonds. Organic is also defined as a food produced without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, additives, anti-biotics, steroids, etc. An example of organic calcium is found in leafy green vegetables grown without pesticides
Over-training: The Natural Body Builder’s Nemesis
What is progress? How do you define bodybuilding progress? What types of changes are occurring within the body? Do we define change from oxen to automobile to jet aircraft progress? Can speed and efficiency the criteria of progress? Man’s clothes have changed, his food has changed, his toys have certainly changed! Athletes in the 2000’s are bigger, stronger […]
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Ultimate Guide to Omega-3, -6, and -9 Fatty Acids for Health and Nutrition Professionals
As soon as the health and wellness industry started shunning low-fat approaches to health, it also began a love affair with polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids.
15 Top Motivational Quotes for Fitness Professionals
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published October 2016 and has recently been updated and revised for accuracy and comprehensiveness. Personal trainers are in the business of helping people make positive changes in their lives. And a lot of their day-to-day activities revolve around teaching people how to exercise and eat healthy. But there’s a […]
Low-Impact Workouts for Clients: The What, Why, and How
High impact exercises, like interval sprints, box jumps, and burpees, can improve your clients’ cardiovascular fitness, bone mineral density, muscular strength, and athletic performance. But there’s one problem, and it’s something you may have realized as a Certified Personal Trainer: Not all clients are suited for or enjoy high-impact exercises.
How Health Coaches Can Support Older Adults with Chronic Health Conditions
As the famous saying goes, “age is just a number.” But when it comes to managing chronic conditions, that number can make a big difference. Older adults are more likely to experience multiple chronic health problems, which can significantly impact their daily lives and overall well-being. In this context, health coaching can be a valuable […]
Meal Planning: How to Help Your Clients Get Started
If you’re a Nutritionist, Holistic Nutrition Consultant, Health Coach or simply in the business of helping other obtain optimal health, then one of the most common complaints you probably hear from your clients is that they simply don’t have time to eat healthy. It’s both cheap and easy to grab a meal at a fast food drive-thru, […]
How to Start Your Health and Wellness Blog
The worldwide wellness industry is currently worth over $4.75 trillion. It has a current growth rate of 6.4 percent, and it’s expected to continue growing at that pace for quite some time.
5 Highly Flexible and Profitable Business Models Health and Fitness Professionals Should Consider to Make More Money & Maintain Their Sanity
Little to no breathing space between one-to-one sessions. Work, work, work—Mondays through Sundays (Rest days? Nope, never heard of them.) Yet, despite how overstretched and overwhelmed you feel, your bank account says you’re still a far cry from your ideal income. What now?