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[Report] 20% Of Protein Powder Products, Incl. Shakeology & Optimum Nutrition, Mislabeled And/Or Contaminated

Bryan DiSanto — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:39:27 +0000

Recent tests from ConsumerLab.com revealed that 20% of protein powder products -- including big brands like Optimum Nutrition, Dymatize, and Shakeology -- were mislabeled and/or contaminated. One product even had 68% less protein than listed. Get the full list of offenders here.

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[Infographic] Catch Up On Obesity In The US With Georgetown’s 60-Second Fact Sheet

Bryan DiSanto — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:21:10 +0000

More than 1/3 of American adults are obese (35.7%) and 17% of children are, too. Catch up on obesity in the US with this simple 60-second fact sheet, appropriately titled ‘Fighting the Obesity Epidemic,’ courtesy of Georgetown University’s Nursing Program.

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[Review] The Protein Bar Power Rankings — 30 Popular Bars Torn Apart And Ranked

Bryan DiSanto — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:01:27 +0000

Your protein bar should pack on MUSCLE, not FAT. We tore apart and power ranked the 30 top protein bars to weed out the lean powerhouses from the ones loaded with sugar, unhealthy fats, and chemical waste.

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[Uberfood] Chia Seeds — The Battle-Tested, Lean-Body Powerhouse

Bryan DiSanto — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 19:02:36 +0000

Chia, an uberfood that energized legions of ancient Aztec warriors, is the LeBron James of the food realm. It's an infinitely versatile, all-around, colossal powerhouse, packed with protein, fiber, & healthy fats -- it's got TRIPLE the omega-3's of salmon, for HALF the calories -- that can help boost weight-loss, eviscerate hunger, and even cure hangovers. If you're not already, start chia-chugging.

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[The Gym Bag, #2] Can You Microwave Protein, What’s The Best Oatmeal To Eat?

Bryan DiSanto — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:58:41 +0000

In week 2 of The Gym Bag we address if it's okay to microwave protein powder, Quaker Oats, and how to upgrade your oatmeal sophistication factor. The Gym Bag is Lean It UP's weekly reader Q&A.

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[WOTM, 6/2013] Chisel Out & Fortify Your Physique With The Integrated Abs Workout Split

Bryan DiSanto — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 04:49:03 +0000

June’s WOTM places your core at the forefront, in a way that demolishes the abs, promotes rapid strength & mass gains, and keeps the calories flowing out. Get the workout inside.

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[Lean Meals] Charge Up Your Day With My Lean Body, Complete Power Breakfast

Bryan DiSanto — Fri, 31 May 2013 17:27:14 +0000

Between the steel-cut oatmeal, dripping-juicy, fresh fruit, and lean egg whites, this power breakfast charges the body with an unparalleled shot of sustainable energy; big enough to crush any impending workout. It's nutritionally STACKED, complete with complex carbs, antioxidants, fiber, and 36 g of HQ protein, all for a svelte 465 calories.

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[Recipes] FOR SCIENCE! Meet The NorCal Margarita, The Leanest Drink On Earth

Bryan DiSanto — Wed, 29 May 2013 16:44:43 +0000

Meet the NorCal Margarita, the leanest drink on earth. This refreshing, Paleo-friendly cocktail leverages the superpowers of science to help you drink more for less and keep your body lean, fit, and defined while boozing.

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The Cut-And-Dry 60 Second Primer On Paleo, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, And Other Popular Diets

Bryan DiSanto — Tue, 28 May 2013 22:23:54 +0000

Between Paleo, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, and Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian, modern dieting could fill its own dedicated dictionary. Regardless of which team you play for, we've condensed the nutritional landscape and laid out the do's and don'ts of 2013's most common, need-to-know dietary philosophies.

Originally posted @ The Cut-And-Dry 60 Second Primer On Paleo, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, And Other Popular Diets on Lean It UP

[Food Faceoff] Classic Cracker Wars – Triscuits vs. Wheat Thins vs. Ritz vs. Wheatables

Bryan DiSanto — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:38:02 +0000

Wheat Thins, Triscuits, Wheatables, and Ritz -- out of these 4 classic cracker brands, which one's the healthiest? Which brands have HFCS and trans fats? We held a cracker-style Food Faceoff to find a clear-cut winner.

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