by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Fenugreek has a history of use as a gastrointestinal remedy and for upper respiratory tract infections as it possesses a mild antiseptic action. However, recent studies have investigated the blood cholesterol and glucose-lowering properties of fenugreek seeds, both in...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Reducing lactic acid build-up in working muscles during high-intensity exercise will attenuate the drop in pH associated with contractile fatigue and failure. Minimizing lactic acid build-up during intense exercise is the "holy grail" of many sports men and...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
VP2 Whey Isolate is the finest quality whey protein on the market, no doubt – has been for over 10 years. However, research on the digestion and absorption properties of various proteins reveals that different sources have important roles in maximizing results...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
In terms of nutritional value, lean cuts of red meat more than match the more traditional bodybuilding protein foods such as chicken breasts and tuna. For example, a 3-ounce chicken breast contains 3-grams of fat, while 3-ounces of round or eye-fillet steak contains...
by Paul Delia | Questions & Answers
One of vitamin E’s greatest attributes is its ability to inhibit inflammation in most tissues, including muscle. The anti-inflammatory effect of vitamin E may help speed recovery after intense exercise and help prevent arteriosclerosis – the buildup of plaque on...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Based on all the research on the topic of testosterone responses to exercise, it appears that intense, short duration exercise is best for increasing circulating levels of this anabolic hormone. However, the opposite also appears to be true. Excessive amounts of...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Coffee and other caffeinated beverages are among the most popular in the world. People everywhere on this planet can’t seem to get enough of the stuff. But, can you have too much of a good thing? With regard to caffeine, no-one seems to know. Under current Commission...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Building muscle involves a 24-hour a day, 7-day a week commitment to steering your physiology towards anabolism and away from the catabolic responses activated by intense exercise. Supplementation with nutrients that maximize anabolism and help reduce catabolism are...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
VP2 Whey Isolate is one of select few whey proteins shown in clinical trials to promote fat loss in >non-overweight individuals. Therefore, supplementing with VP2 during a calorie-controlled diet is a smart move for anyone that is interested in better fat loss. Based...