Nutrition Archives ⋆ Bob Gardner Fitness & Nutrition

Can Eating Leafy Greens Really Improve Strength and Muscle Building?

A recent study suggests that eating one cup of leafy vegetables a day can boost muscle function and strength because they contain nitrates.

Role of Vitamin D in a Healthy Immune System

The body’s immune system is important for helping us to fight off infections, disease and sickness.

Recovery is the manner in which you recuperate after a workout, which we all know. And we all know that recovery is important, but how important? Today’s article will explore the science of recovery and provide some suggestions for proven recovery techniques.

Poor Sleep Impacts Fat Loss and Ability to Build Muscle

In recent years, the endurance community has done a major push to promote chocolate milk as a great post-training recovery drink. It’s especially prominent in the triathlon world. Today’s article discusses why this is a myth, and backs it up with science.

Scientists, nutritionists and dieticians frequently engage in the argument as to whether fat loss is just a matter of “calories in, calories out” or if other things have a more significant long-term impact. Specifically, do food quality and macronutrient choices affect body compositions?

The purpose of this article is to take a look at some of the research behind the idea of eating carbs later in the day rather than eating carbs in the morning or throughout. Much of this article come from research mined from Charles Poliquin, famed elite strength and conditioning coach. He has been advocating …

Adaptogenic Herbs

Adaptogenic herbs are herbs that work with a person’s body and help them adapt to life’s stressors. These herbs are a natural ally in dealing with chronic stress and fatigue because they work with regulating important hormones. Adaptogenic herbs off other health benefits as well, such as helping to maintain a healthy weight, improving endurance, improving mental focus, and balancing mood.