Grinch: I would like to buy a dog
Pet store employee: ok are you a guy?
Grinch: No. I am some sort of gorilla
Pet store employee: That is fine.
Grinch: A green gorilla
Employee: Doesnโt matter
Proper #hydration is essential for peak performance in exercise or sports. A loss of body water from sweat of just 2% of your body weight can impair cognitive function and perceived rate of exertion! #NUTR546
Is it possible to lose weight and #gainmuscle simultaneously?
The International Olympic Committee suggests that a slight calorie deficit combined with lowering carbohydrate intake and increasing protein intake is an effective method. #NUTR546
Have you ever been told not to use #caffeine prior to exercise because it is a diuretic? While this is true to an extent, keep in mind that research has shown improved endurance capacity associated with caffeine intake for a variety of activities. #NUTR546
Why does drinking #alcohol make you have too pee so often? Alcohol inhibits the production of antidiuretic hormone, the hormone that tells your kidneys to conserve water. The result is urination uncontrolled by hydration status. #NUTR546
Iron-deficiency is the most common mineral deficiency worldwide, and its rates are highest among #vegans. To avoid becoming deficient, vegans should try and eat plant foods high in non-heme iron paired with a food high in vitamin C! #NUTR546
Carrots and other yellow/orange food do not actually contain any #vitaminA. However, they do contain beta-Carotene which anyone with a functioning liver can easily convert into vitamin A! #NUTR546
Coconut oil may be very tasty, but if you have high cholesterol or are trying to watch your #saturatedfat intake, consider that the fat content in coconut oil is composed of over 90% saturated fats. #NUTR546
When buying a product such as #proteinpowder, check the back to see if the contents are as labeled nutrition facts or supplement facts. Supplement products are not regulated by the FDA, only by the product manufacturers. #NUTR546
If you want to #perform your best in an athletic event, trying having a meal high in starch and low in fat, protein, and fiber at least an hour before exercise to avoid GI discomfort and maximize energy availability. #NUTR546
Whether or not you choose to supplement with #creatine phosphate, your liver can synthesize it on its own using a combination of amino acids. It is stored in skeletal muscle and is the chief energy system used in intense exercise. #NUTR546