In short The healthiest of groats is quinoa – contains high quality proteins and fats (including mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids beneficial for health). In it we can find a lot of vitamins (including B1, B2, B4), a lot of phosphorus and magnesium. Amaranth is the second in terms of […]
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Supplements for nursing mothers
Pregnancy and childbirth considerably weaken the woman’s body, which can manifest itself in deficiencies. In addition, the milk of the nursing mother lacks the appropriate amount of nutrients if the mother lacks them in her body. This can not be underestimated, because the composition of food greatly affects the growth […]
Rhodiola Rosea extract
Rhodiola mountain rose herb is an herb of the Crassulaceae family that has traditional anti-fatigue and adaptogenic properties. Rhodiola is probably the second most popular adaptogen (after the Panax ginseng). With regard to fatigue, Rhodiola has the ability to significantly reduce the effects of long and short-term and physical exhaustion, […]
Vilcacora (Cats Claw) strengthens immunity, fights viruses and fungi, promotes cancer treatment
Vilcacora is commonly known in traditional Peruvian medicine. Heals from digestive ailments, arthritis, wounds, and even cancer. Today, it’s one of the most popular herbs sold in the USA. Vilcacory research Vilcacory’s research began in 1970 and has so far been carried out by scientists from Peru, Germany, Austria and […]
How to provide the right amount of protein in a vegetarian diet?
A vegetarian diet is a diet that does not contain meat products, fish, crustaceans, seafood or animal by-products, such as gelatine or animal fats. Allowed products are eggs, pods, nuts, seeds and of course fruits and vegetables. So what about protein, which is very important during active training and mass […]
White protein chocolate with raspberries
White protein chocolate is very easy to prepare. You only need two basic ingredients and 15 minutes of free time. Ready chocolate can be stored for a long time in the freezer and eaten when we crave something sweet. Definitely worth trying! Ingredients: 50 g of unrefined coconut oil 35 […]
What products acidify the body?
Acid-alkaline balance is the maintenance of appropriate proportions in our body. Some products acidify the body, and those with basic properties lead to a safe balance. The superiority of one or the other is an unnatural condition for the body, so it’s important to keep in mind the balance and […]
3 mental problems during weight loss
Researchers confirm a large difference between people who are regularly on a diet and people who eat normally. Restricting food, controlling meals and keeping constant discipline do have a big impact on our psyche. Struggle with hunger Being on a diet disturbs the way our body regulates consumed food. Improper […]
Healthy chocolates with peanut butter
Today I introduce another great recipe, this time they are delicious chocolates with peanut butter. These chocolates work great when you crave candy. You can do more and keep it in the freezer, it’s a great snack for kids (we know what they eat and we protect them from excessive […]
Goji berries – a way to longevity?
Berries of life, fruit of longevity. Goji berries are a vine fruit. Are they actually conducive to a healthy and long life? Known for thousands of years The Mongolians and Tibetans have had goji bushes for more than 5,000 years. A strong red color, pleasant taste and incredible nutritional value […]
PQQ helps regulate the circadian rhythm!
A large amount of stress in life and the progress of technology, and in particular the ability to use light at any time of the day often results in disturbances of the circadian rhythm. This is manifested by problems with falling asleep, inability to achieve satisfaction from sleep, lack of […]
Black pepper extract: 99% piperine
Piperine, which is ingested with curcumin (turmeric extract), protects the liver. Black pepper extract also raises other levels of dietary supplements in the body. Certain interactions are preferred, for example by EGCG or resveratrol. Piperine – Health Benefits Stimulate the digestive enzyme Increased absorption of other supplements such as curcumin, […]
Acetyl-l-carnitine (ALCAR)
Acetyl L-carnitine, also known as Alcar, is a well-studied nutrient. It’s synthesized to provide a more bioavailable form of L-Carnitine, which is a lysine amino acid derivative. L-carnitine is a naturally occurring compound in the body: in the liver and kidneys, and then transported to other tissues such as the […]
Banana muffins with almond butter
Kitchen teaches creativity! We often throw strongly ripe fruit while we could make good use of them. You have no idea how to use ripe bananas? Be sure to try this recipe! Ingredients: 2 eggs 2 ripe bananas half a glass of rice flour half a cup of buckwheat flour […]
Protein praline – a delicious sweet snack
Everyone will love these pralines! As someone who loves sweets, I could not resist not sharing this recipe with you. These are my favourite chocolate pralines. You can freely modify the taste by using a different tasting protein. Strawberry has a strange taste, but raspberry, vanilla ice cream or coconut […]
Coconut and banana omelette
Ingredients: 3 eggs ripe banana 3 flat spoon of coconut flour 1/4 cup water Half a teaspoon of baking powder Spoon of xylitol Preparation: Separate the yolk from egg whites. Beat the egg whites until they stiffen. Smush yolks and bananas with a fork, mix with flour, xylitol and baking […]
Healthy crunchy cake with pudding and peaches
When you crave something sweet, you have to try this cake! It tastes like it’s unhealthy, just be careful, it disappears quickly! CRUNCHY CAKE WITH FRUIT AND CUSTARD <3 Ingredients: 2 eggs 1/4 cup water 4 tablespoons dissolved coconut oil Half a teaspoon of baking powder 1 and 3/4 cups […]
Low calorie cheesecake
You love cakes, but are you trying to count calories? Be sure to test this recipe for cheesecake. I guarantee you will fall in love! BOTTOM Ingredients: can of red beans 1 ripe banana 2 eggs 2 tablespoons bitter cocoa 3 tablespoons chocolate protein supplements Spoonful of baking powder Preparation: […]
Easy banana bread
You don’t know what to do with heavily ripe bananas? Test your recipe for banana bread! It’s delicious and can taste different each time. Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas 2 eggs 5 cups of flour (e.g. rice half, half corn and half buckwheat) 2 tablespoons dissolved coconut oil Spoonful of baking […]
Methods of presenting the supplements composition on the label
Label review is the most important element in choosing the right supplements for you. In particular, the table of active ingredients should be carefully studied. It should be noted, however, that composition can be presented in different ways. It’s important to know them thoroughly to understand the information presented and […]
Glycine – what is and why is it becoming more and more popular?
Glycine, included in the standard biogenic amino acids, is an endogenous compound, which means that our body is capable of self-synthesis. It can be found in proteins (where it accounts for as much as 7.2%) as well as in collagen (accounts for more than 30% of all amino acids that […]
Simple ways to strengthen your immune system in winter
Soon we will miss the sun and the holidays. The coming autumn and winter time is a time when we have to deal with rainy weather, cold evenings and high rates of infection for various types of diseases. Today we can think about how to protect ourselves from frequent illnesses […]
Fat in the athlete’s diet – how much and in what form?
Why does fat play such an important role in the diet of athletes and people losing weight? Can I reduce the amount of fats to minimum when I am on a reducing diet? And when I am trying to build muscle mass, should I eat only more proteins? In this […]
Hades’s Hegemony – New Line of Products
The supplement market is full of companies producing dietary supplements. As experts in the supplementation field, we are trying to find the best products for you, for a lower price. Clients usually follow the commercials that lure people in with pictures of bodybuilders, with captions such as “thanks to product […]
CATABOLISM AND ANABOLISM OF MUSCLES, WHAT IS THAT
Catabolism and Anabolism in Bodybuilding In this article you will learn what catabolism and anabolism are in bodybuilding terms, to start with, I want to generalize these two terms, catabolism as tissue disintegration and anabolism as tissue growth, now I invite you to read on. Muscular catabolism Catabolism occurs most […]
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR CONDITION
Are you tired of endless breathlessness, trembling muscles after doing two exercise repetitions, and having to take a break every five seconds? Today I will show you how to build better stamina and how to improve your condition step by step. WHAT REALLY IS CONDITION AND WHY DO YOU NEED […]
Kava Kava – A miracle of nature!
In nature, there are plenty of products with therapeutic, pro-health and regulating processes in our body. One such product is Kava Kava. What is Kava Kava? It’s a product also known as Metistine Pepper, a substance that has a calming effect and is anxiolytic. This plant grows in the Pacific […]
5 Things You Should Know Before You Start Counting Calories
Although I believe that not every case of controlling your menu in terms of calorie and macronutrient is good, I have to admit that this is one of the better ways to see if our diet really is “healthy” and “right” as it looks like. Controlling your calorie intake and […]
Why is it worth eating trout?
Poles do not eat fish often, much and willingly. Statistically, Poles eat 12kg of fish a year, while the Norwegians eat 46kg and the Portuguese eat 60kg. If Poles eat fish, they are most likely to be: Pollock, Norwegian salmon, sprat and mackerel. Our Polish trout is underestimated. It is […]
Leucine successfully builds muscles!
Protein synthesis is building new skeletal muscles. When that occurs on a large scale, it’s known as skeletal muscle hypertrophy (increase), or otherwise known as a process thanks to which our muscles become bigger. We will therefore introduce what it is and how the amino acid, also known as leucine, […]
Alphamind – the new king of thermogenics?!
The supplement market doesn’t like any gaps. They are one of the most commonly used when battering or overworking brands. A few years ago, a phenomenal thermogenic product appeared on the market. A company called PES has released a product called Alphamine. Revolutionary composition, including: – Choline dextrin – Hica (3-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric […]
TOP PRODUCTS: Rhodiola Rosea
In response to such huge interest in our comparison of products containing Ashwagandha, we have decided to continue this thread and compare the products containing the extract from Rhodiola Rosea (rose root). What is Rhodiola Rosea?Active ingredients are contained in rhodiola roseaBiological properties and functionsAdaptogen What is Rhodiola Rosea? Rose […]
3 forearm exercises
Forearms are like calves, and you either have them or you don’t. However, should we just accept this, sit down and not do anything regarding this to improve how they look? Not necessarily. A lot of people complaining about calves or forearms just do not work on them or they […]
Sulforaphane from broccoli a myostatin blocker
An Italian study from 2012 shows that broccoli, cauliflower and other brassica vegetables support the growth and maintenance of muscle mass thanks to the protection of stem cells, which turn into muscle cells. Sulforaphane is responsible for this protection. In the same year, molecular scientists from the university in Bonn […]
CHANGES. Why timing the supply of carbohydrates is important PART 2
In my opinion, we should eat everything: carbohydrates, protein, fats, of course in doses customised for every person. We need carbohydrates, it’s said that around 100g-150g is a minimum that we shouldn’t lower, as it can impact our health, especially the proper functioning of our thyroid. Unfortunately, a lot of […]
Palm Oil
Palm oil is obtained from the mesocarp (flesh) of palm fruit. Fat content: 50% of saturated fatty acids (trace amounts of lauric and myristic acid, large amounts of palmitic acid), 40% of monounsaturated fatty acids, 10% of poliunsaturated fatty acids; Palm oil does not contain trans isomers of unsaturated fatty […]
CHANGES. Why timing the supply of carbohydrates is important PART 1
Recently I have announced that I will write about the changes in my diet. However, before I get to them, this article needs an explanation, which is why I divided it into two parts. I would also like to mention, that this article may contain information that differs from the […]
Carbohydratephobia
Lately, carbohydrates gained a bad opinion, together with insulin they represent a total dark side, which no one wants to join. However, lipid Jedi’s excel:). All of a sudden my friends cut their carbs to 50g, go on paleo, high fat diet, IF, ketosis, and instead of oatmeal, groats and […]
KetoIceCream from BarbellBrothers
KetoIceCream for real men based on a recipe from BarbellBrothers! You only need: 2 avocados 1 glass of almond milk 1 glass of coconut milk 2 tablespoons of Xylitol 2 scoops of protein supplement A little bit of flavour extract, unless you have a flavoured supplement, in which case we […]
PICK UP THE DUMBBELLS, WOMAN! OR 100 REASONS TO START LIFTING.
If one of my lovely ladies still had doubts about starting up a romance with weights, then I will spell it out for you!!! 100 reasons why it’s worth to start lifting at the gym: Strength training reduces the risk of a heart disease. Improves strength. Improves functionality of the […]
GTx Announces: ostarine impacts lean muscle mass building and ability to increase training endurance, scientifically proven!
Today, GTx announced that they have completed the second phase of ostarine research, which is a highest quality selective androgen receptor modulator. Its effectiveness has been confirmed with the results of 120 tested people – 60 elderly men and 60 postmenopausal women. The subjected group did not have a fixed […]
Protein omelette cheesecake
Today, a typical protein omelette, without raisins, perfect for people on a low carb diet. The omelette tastes really similar to a cheese cake, hence the name. Preparation of this omelette seems extremely easy, however, experience shows that frying it in a way it keeps its solid shape is not […]
How to bake protein muffins
Preparation time: 30 minutes Ingredients: (12 pieces) 2 mashed ripe bananas Serving of a protein supplement ½ glass of dried cranberries 1 glass of oatmeal 1 glass of rye flour ¾ glass of skimmed milk (0,5%) 1 egg, 2 egg whites 3 tablespoons of rapeseed or coconut oil Half a […]
Supplementation for women – cont.
Another supplement that should appear for good in the diet of every training girl are amino acids BCAA. As we know, amino acids are restricted compounds building muscles, which contribute to transporting energy compounds in our organisms and constitute around 35% of our muscles. Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) are […]
How to make asparagus cream soup
Hello. I have just finished my training, ate a banana, drank my protein supplement and whilst going home I encountered a stand with fresh fruits and vegetables, and there…. Exactly, the season for asparagus has opened. For me, however, it’s way too short, and I always wait for the rest […]
Warning!!! Diet traps
Together with the new trend for healthy eating, there are products apparently healthy, that we should beware of as much as sinful sweets. What should we avoid in a healthy diet? Here are the popular dietary traps: Breakfast cereal They’re seemingly healthy and lowcalorie. Chocolate cereal, honey cereal, or cereal […]
Boost your immune system – Tips and tricks to fight diseases and strengthen your immunity!
An illness will often make us lose our training sessions, as our priorities change. Instead of working out, we are lying in bed with a handkerchief in hand. Let’s end this! Today I will tell you about a few tips how to increase immune system and keep yourself in a […]
Supplements are healthy
A noble and controversial subject: SUPPLEMENTATION! Girls, I have a question! How many of you support yourselves with supplementation? I do, and I am a 100% convinced to it! Why? Supplements are the perfect adjunct to a diet! They are used to cover the demand for specific micro and macronutrients […]
THE TOP 8 BIGGEST NONSENSES ABOUT THE TRAINING
Thousands of crunches the best way to sexy ABS, lactic acid cause of soreness…There are many myths among people practicing sport.They often have so much in common with the truthas with the facts that women do not throw a hissy fit and do not like shopping. So let’s see the […]
Strawberry „Good Morning”!
Another simple recipe in the Muscle-Zone kitchen is a quick cocktail based on a protein supplement. A handful of strawberries, blueberries, one portion of protein powder, in my case this one: https://www.muscle-zone.com/mixes/olimp-whey-protein-complex-100-2270g vanilla taste, ice, 120 seconds and it is ready! We guarantee that starting Saturday with such an “energizer” will […]