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It may seem, at first glance, that protein supplements are, just that, protein supplements. After all, how complicated can it really be? So, it may be tempting to gravitate toward the cheap protein supplements. Unfortunately, these products are not just “cheap” in terms of price; the manufacturers have to pull some pretty shady tricks to keep the prices low. Ultimately, those inexpensive protein supplements end up being “cheap” when it comes to quality, too. But how do you know the differe...

It may seem, at first glance, that protein supplements are, just that, protein supplements. After all, how complicated can it really be? So, it may be tempting to gravitate toward the cheap protein supplements. Unfortunately, these products are not just “cheap” in terms of price; the manufacturers have to pull some pretty shady tricks to keep the prices low. Ultimately, those inexpensive protein supplements end up being “cheap” when it comes to quality, too. But how do you know the differe...

For many people, deciding exactly what to pick up as gifts for the various people in your life can be one of the single most stressful aspects of the holiday season. Fortunately, if they happen to be into health and fitness, you at least have an idea of where to start. From there, we're here to help. Here are, in no particular order, some of our picks for holiday gifts for athletes, gym rats and vegans that won't totally drain your bank account. The Run Lock ($45) - When you go runni...

For many people, deciding exactly what to pick up as gifts for the various people in your life can be one of the single most stressful aspects of the holiday season. Fortunately, if they happen to be into health and fitness, you at least have an idea of where to start. From there, we're here to help. Here are, in no particular order, some of our picks for holiday gifts for athletes, gym rats and vegans that won't totally drain your bank account. The Run Lock ($45) - When you go runni...

Whatever your sport is, you undoubtedly know that protein is important – even if you're only vaguely aware exactly why. So, like all athletes, fitness enthusiasts and generally health-minded individuals, you do everything you can to make sure you're getting as much of the macro nutrient that you need. For most people, this isn't really much of a problem. Meat, fish, dairy, as well as whey and casein powders are all rich sources of protein that can be used by your average omnivore. But what...

Whatever your sport is, you undoubtedly know that protein is important – even if you're only vaguely aware exactly why. So, like all athletes, fitness enthusiasts and generally health-minded individuals, you do everything you can to make sure you're getting as much of the macro nutrient that you need. For most people, this isn't really much of a problem. Meat, fish, dairy, as well as whey and casein powders are all rich sources of protein that can be used by your average omnivore. But what...

You would expect that the ingredients list on your whey protein supplement would be pretty short, right? I mean... it's whey protein. So it really should just contain whey. But, of course, that's not how things go. Tons of other ingredients and additives are thrown into the common whey protein supplement. And the situation is made even more complex and confusing by the addition of countless adjectives. Ingredients can be “isolated,” “concentrated,” “hydrolysated” and so on. For now, tho...

You would expect that the ingredients list on your whey protein supplement would be pretty short, right? I mean... it's whey protein. So it really should just contain whey. But, of course, that's not how things go. Tons of other ingredients and additives are thrown into the common whey protein supplement. And the situation is made even more complex and confusing by the addition of countless adjectives. Ingredients can be “isolated,” “concentrated,” “hydrolysated” and so on. For now, tho...

Artificial sweeteners – in various forms – are pretty ubiquitous these days, showing up in nearly every food out there. These substances have even managed to find their way in to so-called “diet,” “health” and fitness foods – which actually makes sense on paper. After all, most artificial sweeteners have virtually no caloric value, making them the obvious choice from individuals who want something sweet while trying to cut calories. Unfortunately, artificial sweeteners tend to carry more p...

Artificial sweeteners – in various forms – are pretty ubiquitous these days, showing up in nearly every food out there. These substances have even managed to find their way in to so-called “diet,” “health” and fitness foods – which actually makes sense on paper. After all, most artificial sweeteners have virtually no caloric value, making them the obvious choice from individuals who want something sweet while trying to cut calories. Unfortunately, artificial sweeteners tend to carry more p...