BIG Nutrition: Iron absorption after morning exercise
Iron is a key nutrient for athletes and deficiency in this nutrient is possible due to the increased demand in those who are active, may... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Fasting as a Weight Loss Strategy
As the holidays approach, there are a dizzying number of online stories and features about indulgent foods and cocktails juxtaposed with the latest fitness and... Read More
BIG Nutrition: “Appy” Thanksgiving
My feeling about a Thanksgiving meal—do not mess with the classics—turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and apple pie are must haves. They... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Is a vegan diet a game changer?
Netflix has debuted a new documentary Game Changers that lays out the case for a vegan diet for athletes. Featured are several athletes from a... Read More
BIG Nutrition: A new WOD for time
Most Americans will admit, they eat fast. The US ranks near the bottom in time spent eating and drinking at around 60 minutes per day.... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Bars, snacks, and treats worth checking out
Earlier this week, I was in Philadephia for a national convention. Like any national conference, an expo floor is par for the course. A national... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Protein sources hiding in plain sight!
There are some among us (I’m looking at you Miguel!) who need new or innovative high protein options. Of course meat protein, including fish and... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Getting children involved in foods eaten at home
Involving children in planning, selecting, assembling, and preparing foods can help build children’s food skills, expose kids to new or less familiar foods, and help... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Adding in nutrient dense carbs
Eating a moderate amount of carbs everyday not only fuels workouts (hello, CrossFit Open!), it is associated with lower mortality compared to very low carbohydrate... Read More
BIG Nutrition: Plant eaters vs. meat eaters, part 2
This week’s blog is a continuation of the plant vs meat eater debate, which got a lot more heated with the release of a review... Read More