Introduction The Soldier Fuel bar, formerly known as Hooah! bar, is a dairy-based calcium-enriched energy bar created by the United States military in 1996. It was originally provided to military personnel packaged within a field ration, such as the Meal, Ready-to-Eat, Meal Cold Weather, or First Strike Ration. Origin The name comes from the word… Read More
Introduction Many fitness enthusiasts thrive on the exhilaration of outdoor activities. While they have different philosophies and approaches on exercise and nutrition, all of them understand that peak performance and enjoyment are not solely dependent on their training routines or the latest gear. Nutrition is very important – some might suggest everything – and it… Read More
1.0 Introduction “Ketosis is a word you’ll probably see when you’re looking for information on diabetes or weight loss. Is it a good thing or a bad thing? That depends.” (WebMD, 2019). This article provides an overview of the ketogenic (keto) diet which involves consuming a very low amount of carbohydrates and replacing them with… Read More
Introduction This product review looks at Naked Collagen, a single ingredient product made by Naked Nutrition. The product review outlines who Naked Nutrition are (the company), Naked Collagen (the product), and also what are collagen and collagen peptides. It also outlines who can use Naked Collagen, some potential benefits, and what food and drink we… Read More
Introduction Creatine is a chemical found naturally in the body, and also in red meat and seafood. It is often used to improve exercise performance and muscle mass. Creatine is involved in making energy for muscles, with approximately 95% of it being found in skeletal muscle. The majority of sports supplements in the US contain creatine. Individuals who have lower… Read More
Introduction Have you ever wondered what coats your medications and vitamin/dietary/nutritional supplements? Well, it is an additive made from magnesium stearate. “Magnesium stearate is widely used in the production of dietary supplement and pharmaceutical tablets, capsules and powders as well as many food products, including a variety of confectionery, spices and baking ingredients.” (Hobbs et… Read More
Introduction In 2019, there was talk about the US Military making the keto diet mandatory for enlisted personnel in all service branches. The idea came from a Special Operations Command (SOCOM) proposal, believing that it would benefit soldiers due to its high-fat and low-carb focus. The proposal insisted the diet would help soldiers, especially SOCOM… Read More
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