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Do Energy Drinks Encourage Bingeing

Studies suggest that energy drinks can increase your intake of junk food and alcoholEnergy drinks packed with caffeine can lead to excessive alcohol and junk food consumption amongst young people, according to two studies from Northern Kentucky University and the University of Buffalo. When these caffeine-rich drinks are used as a mixer, the sedative effects of alcohol are diminished, meaning young people drink for longer. ZEST SAYS: If you panicked when you saw this headline, worrying that your post-half marathon Lucozade will lead to a weakness for junk food and alcohol, put those worries aside. Not only is further research needed, but these studies were based on popular caffeine drinks... Read more »

To eat or not to eat

To eat or not to eat… There is much debate and confusion about whether it is better to exercise first thing in the morning on an empty stomach as a strategy for maximal fat burning. There is no straight forward answer as it all depends on the duration and intensity of the exercise you want to do. Providing you’re not about to run a marathon it’s okay to do a morning workout without eating. Your muscles burn very little stored carbohydrate during the night. So when you wake up, you typically have enough carbs to exercise for an hour at a reasonable intensity (say running at talking pace).... Read more »

Beginners Guide to Protein

A beginners guide to protein When it comes to burning fat and building muscle, protein is a nutrient that will make or break your results. If you’re confused about how much protein you need, which type of protein is best, or when you should eat it, our protein Q&A will help you separate protein fact from protein fiction. How much protein do I need? The UK Food Standards Agency recommends that adults take in around 55 grams of protein per day. However, studies show that regular exercise increases your need for protein, which means that active people need a lot more. For best results, most experts recommend that... Read more »

Importance of Hydration when exercising

Importance of Hydration when exercising Experts say that people should drink eight glasses of water a day but every person’s body is different, so there is no magical number for the right amount of water to drink to prevent dehydration. What’s true for everyone is that the benefits of drinking water are universal. Drinking enough water regularly helps the body function properly, optimizing physical performance and bodily functions. But when it comes to life of an athlete, the scenario changes completely! This is because an athlete’s life is quite challenging. It requires a lot of physical, emotional and psychological effort. An athlete has to undergo the serious... Read more »