Month: May 2024

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD A personalized fitness and nutrition program is the antidote to one-size-fits-all, generic advice. If you’re tired of trying programs that just don’t fit with your lifestyle or preferences, a personalized program may be what you need to get—and stay—on track. We’ll explore what a personalized coaching program includes,…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD There are so many ways to track your nutritional intake. It can seem overwhelming to pick an (accurate) method that works for you. That’s why we’ve developed the hand portion method. It simplifies nutrition tracking in a way that’s accessible to anyone—and can suport any of your health…

Key takeaways:~ Sulforaphane is a compound derived from broccoli sprouts and other cruciferous vegetables.~ By activating the Nrf2 pathway, sulforaphane has been shown in clinical trials to help with neuroinflammation, mental health, prostate cancer prevention, asthma, and inflammation.~ Sulforaphane can be obtained from broccoli sprouts or from supplements containing broccoli extract plus myrosinase. What is…

When it comes to meeting goals like losing weight, building muscle mass, and getting your nutrition on track, protein shakes can be a big part of your strategy. As a macronutrient, protein has numerous benefits. But it’s not always easy to get the right amount every day. That’s where protein shakes can come in handy, says Natalie Allen,…

Based on the latest biohacking statistics, advanced health optimization has nearly become a household term. Are you on a low-carb diet? Did you get enough sleep during the previous week? Do you exercise regularly? How do you even decide where to begin? Look at the stats—these annual facts and figures highlight what tends to work…

Angela Fitch’s family history of obesity caught up to her at age 40, when she was pregnant with her first child. As a physician and obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Fitch knew the lifestyle levers to pull—and she had the financial means to yank them hard. After giving birth, she lifted weights with a trainer twice…

This unprecedented report is a captivating analysis of the industry today—who’s working in it, how they feel about their work, and what sets the happiest, highest-earning coaches apart. We created this report to inspire and empower you.Because the world needs more elite coaches who love what they do. Sign up for this FREE Special Report…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD “Cargo pants are back.” This was the news that Brian St. Pierre, PN’s director of nutrition, broke when we met. (St. Pierre, a father, found this out via his 12-year-old daughter.) Why does this matter? Apparently, a certain type of exercise is running a parallel cycle: An old…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD Are there “good” and “bad” fats? And how much fat, exactly, should a health-conscious person strive to eat? In this article, we’ll talk all about fats, including the effects of certain fats on your health, plus how fats work in your body. What is fat? Fat, an essential…

Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are the foundation of any diet. These nutrients fall into a nutritional category called macronutrients, or “macros.” And if you’re in the health and fitness industry, you’ve no doubt heard of—or maybe even tried—precise macronutrient “formulas” or “splits” to achieve specific goals. But do…