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 [...]

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 [...]

Is Training Each Body Part Once per Week Enough?

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Question: Hi, Dr Clay.  I am a 42 year old natural bodybuilder, and I just wanted to ask do you think hitting each bodypart once a week is undertraining? For instance I train: Monday: chest & arms Wednesday: legs Friday: back & shoulders Or should I try: Monday: chest, shoulders, & triceps Tuesday: legs Thursday: [...]

Pea Protein Post-Workout: Is it a Good Option?

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Question: Hello, I’ve been reading over your site & find it very informative! I was wondering how you feel about Pea Protein as an after workout protein source. I seem to have some sort of very complex allergic reaction to many foods anymore epsecially grains, starches yeast. Whey protein really agitates my problem. I read [...]

Can’t Exercise…How Should You Eat?

Avoid weight gain by intelligently adjusting your diet.

Question: Dr. Clay, Recently had a retinal detachment and had to have 3 procedures and 2 surgeries to fix it.  Anyway, I can’t train now.  I have to pretty much sit around because my other eye is also messed up enough that I am unable to drive. I am a 6’2″  40 year old male [...]