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What to Eat Before Bed to Maintain Muscle

When you sleep you go through a catabolic phase, which means that your muscle is actually going through deterioration because it is being starved for hours. It is a big mistake for newbies who are trying to gain weight and build muscle to not eat before bed – and an even bigger mistake to not eat the right foods. Now I don’t mean go out and eat a three course meal right before you sleep; the key to maintaining muscle during bedtime is to eat the right foods.

What to Eat Before Bed to Maintain Muscle
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Casein protein is a slow-digestive protein that is exactly what you need to consume before you sleep. It is the perfect nutrient because when taken into your body, it takes hours to fully digest, giving your muscles nutrition the whole time while you are sleeping. It is crucial for anyone trying to build muscle to eat something that is high … Read More

Terrell Gilkes by — July 31, 2019 in better health
Anxiety in The Digital Age: What You Need To Know

There is still a battle to be had by those living with anxiety. Social media is a double-edged sword. It has helped to open people up to the struggles of anxiety and the reality of the impact it can have on people’s lives. But at the same time, the darker sides of social media do nothing for people living with anxiety or depression. We constantly compare our lives to those of celebrities or those we went to school with and who seem to be living the lives of their dreams. It can be overwhelming, deflating and disheartening. 

Anxiety in The Digital Age: What You Need To Know

The number of people seeking professional help and therapies to better equip themselves with tools to manage anxiety is rising. So, it goes without saying that trends of our time are looked at as a contributing factor. With everything being digital, everything is instantly accessible. This includes how quickly people can make … Read More

Terrell Gilkes by — July 18, 2019 in better health

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Optimum Gold Standard - Best Protein Ever?
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Optimum Gold Standard Whey Protein has won Protein of the Year in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010. What sets them apart from the competition? Why is this supplement so highly respected and well endorsed?

It’s simple really – this protein is just very high quality. It’s one of the best supplements I’ve personally ever used, and it’s always my go to protein whenever I need to refill. It has an incredible taste, with over 10 different flavors. I’ve tried 3 so far (Chocolate, Cookies & Cream, and Tropical Punch), and every single one has been delicious.

Another testament to this supplement’s high quality is how easily is mixes. I’ve mixed it in both milk and water (while bulking or cutting, respectively), and in both it has been incredibly fast with virtually no clumps. This is a huge deal for anyone who … Read More

Terrell Gilkes by — July 17, 2019 in nutrition