The Collagen Hype Train; Is It The Real Deal? You’ve heard it said a million times by health experts and maybe even a family member or two. Collagen is the new “it thing” everyone is talking about, and it can now be found in just about everything — from beauty products to powders, supplements and everything in between. […]
Back in April, we did a blog on vegan supplements you can buy on AllStarHealth.com. Have you already tried our veggie protein? BodyStrong 100% Veggie Protein Natural is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan! This product is for EVERYONE! We’ve already mastered the whey protein, and now those wonderful flavors have been shared with our veggie protein! Just like whey […]
With the first month of 2017 almost over, we thought we’d check in with you to see how you were doing with your fitness goals. We all know that the beginning of the year is when people make those new year’s resolutions to get fit, get active, lose weight, build muscle, go on a cleanse […]
Learn the best supplement stacks for losing fat, recommended by an industry expert and put together by AllStarHealth.com
A recent study challenged some of the concepts behind the diet-and-obesity link and suggests that meal-size – more than calorie intake or feeding frequency – is a key factor in the development of obesity.
It’s already been well-established that increasing dietary fiber has all kinds of benefits for you; lower cholesterol, lower risk of disease, better elimination and detoxification and even better weight management. And it’s also pretty well-established that most people don’t get enough dietary fiber in the first place. So it’s always been easy to make a case for fiber supplements, since they’re so inexpensive, safe and easy-to-use.
But there are different types of fiber, and they have different effects and benefits. So you want to make sure you’re using the right kind of fiber supplement for your situation. If you’re using or considering using fiber for weight management, there’s new information that points to a crucial difference between the type of fiber and whether it promotes weight loss or weight gain.
Dear AllStarHealth.com,
Two friends and I are trying to win an office bet by losing 10 lbs each before 3 other coworkers do. We heard lecithin is really good for weight loss because it breaks up fat or fat cells. We want to order some if there’s anything to that. Is there?
Denise F.
Dear Denise,
Lecithin is a terrific natural superfood, almost like several supplements in one since it supplies a mixture of nutritious fats and certain B vitamins. Lecithin is used by the body in a few different ways, but most people use lecithin supplements specifically for cholesterol-support or brain-boosting. So, what about lecithin and weight loss?
Dear AllStarHealth,
I need advice, please. I am trying to lose about 25 lbs. I do cardio 3 days a week and weights 3 days week. My friend was saying Casein protein was better than Whey protein powder for losing weight. When I went and read up on it, everyone seems to say whey is better because it absorbs faster. Is that true and does it make a difference which one I use?
Thanks,
Lisa Connors,
Springfield, MO
Dear Lisa,
It’s true that whey absorbs faster than casein protein, that’s the gist of it, but it’s not necessarily better for that reason. In fact, while people used to just use one type of protein powder, it’s very common now to see people using 2 or even 3 types to take advantage of the dfferences. They’re just more popular now than ever.
In general, whey is used anytime you want a fast-absorbing protein, not necessarily one that’s going to fill you up for a long time or sustain growth while you sleep. So for most people, whey is best for good for a breakfast shake, a preworkout shake, or post-workout shake.
Dear AllStarHealth,
One thing I’m still confused about with protein shakes is whether they are going to make you slimmer or bulkier?
