Green tea, like the other variants, is obtained from the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant. But unlike black or oolong tea, green tea does not ferment, remaining closer to the original form of the plant and retaining, for example, a greater amount of catechins. Its consumption began in China thousands of years ago, and …
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“A lie, repeated enough times, becomes reality.” – Joseph Goebbels Nothing likes more to the food industry to make your own interpretation of the studies (often financed by themselves) and use deceptive arguments to sell more products. The subject of fiber is a good example, but before going into detail, a bit of history. The …
In an Instagram post I shared what I called “Some Truths of Training” a long time ago and it generated a stir, bordering on 400 comments. As always when you try to simplify something, nuances and contexts are lost. Given all the doubts that arose, I write this article to try to delve into each …
When evaluating our health or risk of mortality, we think about medical check-ups and classic analytics. We relax if all the values are within the range and we are alarmed if something goes wrong. However, these frequent reviews are less helpful than they seem. A large Cochrane review evaluated the outcome in nearly 200,000 people …
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«Your genes reflect your potential, not your destiny»- Bruce Lipton Genes determine almost nothing, but they condition almost everything. Your capabilities and observable traits are influenced by the genetic heritage of your ancestors, from your intelligence to your political leanings (article, study). Long ago we saw that knowing our genome can help us personalize our …
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Most people who follow a training program do not achieve results. In many cases the reason is the program. The typical recipe for a machine routine followed by a 20-minute treadmill is an ineffective way to improve your physique. To be truly FIT, you should consider a program that meets: Work all dimensions of fitness. …
«You can achieve everything you set your mind to» – Coffee Caffeine is the molecule that moves the modern world, and it also improves performance. In fact, it is one of the few supplements that is worth spending money on. Its main source is coffee, which could actually be considered a food, with countless studies …
Caffeine: Performance, Fat Burning, Dosage, Ideal Time and More ⋆ Read More »
If you follow the blog, you know that I am not fond of long distance running; first because not the best way to be in shape (running is inefficient to lose weight), second because does not help develop the qualities associated with being fit (except cardiovascular resistance) and third because most people’s routines (treadmill, running …
Modern society treats pregnancy as a disease. For example, pregnant women are classified as a vulnerable population and are excluded from most studies (detail). So we know less than we should about the effect of physical activity on pregnancy. When in doubt, many doctors recommend rest, thinking that it is the safest, and most women …
Training during pregnancy o How is a woman like a lioness? ⋆ Read More »
Today we talk to Kaisa tuominen, specialist in physical activity during pregnancy and in everything related to the preparation of childbirth. Some of the topics we cover: Benefits of exercise for mother and baby. Myths that persist about the risks of physical activity. Exercise guidelines for each phase of pregnancy. Preparation for childbirth, both physically …