Wanna Boost your Metabolism & Burn more Fat? Drink Green Tea

Green Tea... it does a body good!

Most people get the idea that green tea is “good for you.”  But most people don’t seem to realize just how effective green tea is for promoting fat loss. While recently working on a fat loss project, I was reminded of just how potent green tea is in terms of boosting energy expenditure (metabolic rate) [...]

Do Artificial Sweeteners Cause Insulin Secretion?

Splenda & Insulin Secretion: should we be concerned?

Question: Dr Clay, Do artificial sweeteners cause insulin spikes? Like those found in sugar free energy drinks? Thanks! Matt Answer: That’s a very good question, Matt. First let’s clarify that when we say artificial sweetener we’re talking about: sucralose (brand name Splenda) saccharin (brand name Sweet ‘n Low) aspartame (brand name Equal or NutraSweet) acesulfame [...]

Why you Should NOT “Diet” Every Day

Ever felt like this regarding your fat loss?

When it comes to losing fat, most people end up feeling about like a dog chasing his own tail. Does this sound familiar? Diet.  Lose a little fat.  Eat normally.  Gain fat back.  Gain back more fat.  Repeat. Gaining back the fat you lost is one thing, but gaining back MORE than you lost flat [...]

What’s the BIGGEST Nutrition Mistake when Dieting to Lose Fat?

Read on to get some fat loss help.

My friend (and trainer/strength coach), Danny McLarty, just sent me an email asking if I would mind answering a question for his website.  He’s also going to pose the question to a couple/few other trainer/coaches to see what they have to say. Here’s the question Danny sent, followed by my exact reply. Question Danny: What [...]

Why Strawberries are a Dieter’s Friend

Delicious AND Nutritious!

Craving something sweet? Strawberries are one of the best low-calorie, nutrient dense options around! Click to learn more about strawberries – a dieters friend.