Storing Carbohydrates (Part 2)
Glycogen is the storage molecule of glucose in animals, similar to how starch is the storage form of carbohydrate in plants. It is a...
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- Jul 10
- 2 min
Carbohydrates (Part 1)
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(1)Many controversies exist regarding carbohydrates. Are they healthy and are they optimal for performance?
- Jul 3
- 2 min
Protein Timing for Optimal Muscle Building
Most people don't need to concern themselves with the concept of protein timing due to the fact that they will naturally consume adequate...
- Jun 26
- 2 min
Protein Dietary Needs
Both athletes and non-athletes must obtain an adequate amount of protein. For non-athletes protein is required for lots of basic health...
- Jun 19
- 2 min
Protein Digestion, Absorption, and Function
The first step in protein breakdown is to change the shape of protein, but not its primary structure. Factors such as temperature, pH,...
- Jun 12
- 1 min
Energy System Usage
There are 3 primary energy systems. Each system is constantly being used, however each plays a different role depending on the...
- Jun 5
- 1 min
Individual Factors That Affect Metabolism
There are lots of variations in rate of energy expenditure for all individuals.
- May 29
- 1 min
How Ghrelin and Leptin Work in the Body
The control of appetite is closely regulated by specific hormones including leptin and ghrelin.
- May 22
- 1 min
Components of Daily Expenditure
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(1)The majority of energy consumed is used for fuel to support and maintain normal body functions, like temperature regulation
- May 15
- 1 min
First Law of Thermodynamics
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(1)The first law of thermodynamics states that energy can be transformed from one form to another, but cannot be created nor destroyed.
- May 7
- 1 min
How Energy Gets Into Food
Yes, energy comes from the food we eat, but the primary source of food to sustain life on Earth comes from the sun
- May 1
- 1 min
Biological Influences Affect Food Choices
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(1)Dietary choices and preferences are heavily dependent on the complex biological structure of individuals.
- Apr 24
- 1 min
What Determines Food Choices?
Development of food choice behavior's is a complex process that evolves over time.
- Apr 17
- 1 min
6 Dimensions of Wellness
Health is a state of being and refers to objective states of physical, mental and social well-being, whereas
wellness encompasses lifestyle
- Jan 16
- 2 min
Hey! How's Your Trunk?
Located in the axial skeleton (figure 1) and in the center of the body, the bottom section of the vertebral column consists of lumbar...
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