Science Archive

Improperly managed glycogen is one of the leading reasons people ‘fail’ at weight loss. Glycogen plays a vital role in your journey, since it basically acts as the fuel-tank for your workouts and daily energy. And, if not properly managed, can result in feelings of ...Read More

“Weight loss is harder for women” is one of those oft-cited claims in the weight-loss and fitness world. But is it really true? Today we’re examining 4 key reasons why it’s probably spot-on, and what you can do to level the playing field. 1) Women’s ...Read More

At the beginning of my journey, I honestly believed that, once I got to my goal weight, as long as I was exercising hard every day, I’d be able to eat pretty much whatever I wanted.  Perhaps a little older and wiser now, I’ve ...Read More

I see products or articles on the internet all the time claiming that they can “increase your metabolism”.  To be perfectly blunt, they’re all a scam. (Usually it’s a pill that someone is trying to get you to buy… or a particular food they’re ...Read More

All through the 80s and early 90s, the “low fat” diet was considered the most obvious way to lose weight. (Fat still has a bad reputation as a result of the bad science from 20-30 years ago, but we’ve learned a lot since then). ...Read More

Sugar-alcohols (or “polyols”) are one of those really weird food items that are difficult to classify — and there’s a lot of confusion about whether or not they “count” towards our calorie and carb goals. Good news though — you’re about to become an ...Read More

Most of the “extreme” diets out there will tell you to cut out artificial sweeteners from your diet, completely. Especially Sucralose and Aspartame. It may not be completely necessary for weight loss. But here’s what we know, based on the research that’s been done. ...Read More