Redshft
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Re: January challenge - losing weight and gaining muscle easy & f
ABSOLUTELY! Personally, I don't supplement...besides an occasional protein shake. If I buy powder I LOVE Ultramet!
Another thing to keep in mind when cleaning up your diet is taking a look at common foods people usually claim "healthy" but actually have a few ingredients that can counteract you're reasoning for eating it.
Here are a couple of good examples...
http://www.menshealth.com/eatthis/9healthfoods.html
http://http://www.thatsfit.com/2007/11/28/12-healthy-foods-that-really-arent-bummer/
Keep in mind that some things listed are still a better substitute than a candy bar or blueberry muffin, but just know what kind of ingredients to look for when doing your grocery shopping.
Another thing, for anyone recommending or looking for protein and other supplements, do your research! Know what a complete protein is! Relying on powders and bars that lack amino acids won't get you anywhere.
ABSOLUTELY! Personally, I don't supplement...besides an occasional protein shake. If I buy powder I LOVE Ultramet!
Another thing to keep in mind when cleaning up your diet is taking a look at common foods people usually claim "healthy" but actually have a few ingredients that can counteract you're reasoning for eating it.
Here are a couple of good examples...
http://www.menshealth.com/eatthis/9healthfoods.html
http://http://www.thatsfit.com/2007/11/28/12-healthy-foods-that-really-arent-bummer/
Keep in mind that some things listed are still a better substitute than a candy bar or blueberry muffin, but just know what kind of ingredients to look for when doing your grocery shopping.
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