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Nutrition Tip of the Week

Can A Dessert Be Healthy? Fitness First Dessert Night - Potluck @ The Curve

by dailymuscle on March 30, 2010

If you’ve been a dailymuscle.com reader long enough, you would know by now that I’m a big fan of making your own meals - not just because it’s ‘the right thing to do’, but simply for the 2 following reasons I believe to be crucial in the quest for a better body:

1. It is the most cost-effective way to get top-notch nutrition

You get full control of the ingredients that go in - and you don’t settle for the cheapest (like most restaurants would do). You can even go organic if you want to - and it would be far cheaper than eating the same thing outside.

2. It gets you into the habit of preparing your own meals

Whether if it’s to be eaten immediately, or meals that you prepare ahead to take with you to work, etc (so you can stick to your eating plan, and not have to eat the junk you’re usually surrounded with). Plus, you could really impress your date.

I was at the gym a couple of days ago when I noticed they were holding this fun event (sorry for the poor-quality photo):
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Think Green… Green Tea

by dailymuscle on May 4, 2009

If you’re a fan of Oprah, you would have caught a few shows where Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, M.D. shares on ways you can reverse aging through diet, exercise and lifestyle changes you can easily practice.

I have all my clients who come to me make this one change. And today, I’d like to share this tip with you, my fellow reader, one of the many tips I’ve gathered from listening to Dr. Oz, and occasionally flipping through some of his books.

While most of us Malaysians still turn to Milo or Horlicks as our comforting hot drink, or the more unhealthy Teh-tarik… there is a better hot beverage out there - Green Tea! [click to continue...]

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Tip #3 - Fish Oil Rules

by dailymuscle on November 25, 2008

Fish Oil Rules
By Dr. John Berardi

I consider fish oil to be an essential supplement for fat loss. Data from the University of Western Ontario shows that fish oil supplementation increases lean body mass (during non-dieting conditions), increases BMR (by up to 400kcal/day), decreases inflammation, and improves the ratio of fat/carb oxidized (sparing carbs, burning fat). Recommended dose: Start with 6-10g per day of total fish oil (assuming 30% EPA and DHA).

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Tip #2 - The Sunday Ritual

by dailymuscle on November 17, 2008

The Sunday Ritual
By Dr. John Berardi

To ensure that good foods will be available when you need them, use the Sunday Ritual. This is performed by setting aside three hours every Sunday to write out your menu for the week, shop for the week, and prepare your meals for the week. [click to continue...]

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Tip #1 - Eat Pasta… Carefully

by dailymuscle on October 29, 2008

Eat Pasta… Carefully
By Dr. John Berardi

As a God-fearing Italian, I have to admit that I love pasta. But, as a gut-fearing weight lifter and athlete, I definitely have to choose the lower GI, nutrient dense whole-wheat variety. [click to continue...]

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