While the rest of the country ponders how to lose weight, Hollywood came up with its own solution. In la-la land, when it comes to a quick fat loss, Clenbuterol [also known as "Clen"] is the latest craze.

Technically, Clenbuterol is not a steroid. It is, however, a drug commonly prescribed to treat respiratory problems in horses. In higher than therapeutic doses, it has an ability to induce muscle grows, which is why it has also been used [illegally] in livestock.

In humans, Clenbuterol can promote eye-popping fat loss. Similar to ephedrine, Clen [unlike ephedrine] does not interfere with sleep, and it (more…)

Sodium is an essential element responsible for a number of important functions in a humn body. It helps regulate blood pressure, muscle and nerve functions. In a world of fitness, sodium is mostly known for its role in hyponatremia.

Just as other dieting and exercise myths, hyponatremia is a byproduct of a mistaken belief, which could lead to water intoxication. For some unknown reason, some athletes believe that drinking as much water as possible during exercise increases performance. (more…)

Should women weight train like men? Should weight training for women be different? If you look at female bodybuilders, it is easy to understand why so many women seem to be afraid of even touching anything resembling a barbell.

When it comes to women and weight training, some women fear that weight training will quickly turn them into female version of the “Incredible Hulk” - - but what is the truth behind those muscles?

These days, most female bodybuilders are “hormonally enhanced”, which is a politically correct way of saying - - they (more…)

To be fit and healthy, choosing the healthiest meat and knowing your best protein sources is obviously important.

You go to a store, thinking that you are well informed to fulfill your carnivorous dream - a juicy steak - - or maybe, you are just after a tasty chicken. Then, you realize, that despite your nutritional knowledge, there is one variable, which could be a little tricky to figure out – freshness.

How do you know if what you just purchased is fresh? I guess there is no way to be sure, unless you can actually test your meat and poultry. (more…)

Do you happen to know how Vin Diesel’s workout looks like? I’ve been lifting weights for 1 year with good results. [...] I’m going for his physique and my brother told me Vin gained like 20 pounds fast for The Fast and the Furious movie. [...] What roids did he use? Thanks! Steve. - - via Ask Questions

Vin Diesel’s workout is mostly based on free weights and basic, compound movements – more on that a little later. Let’s talk about “roids” first.

Vin Diesel had a great physique before he was an actor. He used to be a bouncer and that is when he started to workout, which was a while ago. What makes you think he was using anabolic steroids?

True, there was a rumor about that, but as far as I know, it is false. Even if he did, anabolic steroids are illegal! If you think they are a shortcut to (more…)

Just when I felt safe to start eating spinach again, another California-based company [not responsible for the recent spinach-E. coli scare], initiated a voluntary recall of lettuce.

This time, it appears we have lettuce-E. coli situation on our hands. What is going on with our produce? If these E. coli related recalls continue, I might be forced to start nightly raids on my neighbor’s garden - - just kidding.

The current lettuce-E. coli recall covers Arizona, California, Nevada, (more…)

What are the dangers of canola oil? What are the benefits of canola oil? Some people do not even ask a question, they claim that canola oil is bad for you - - or is it?

The myth of canola oil dangers is a misunderstanding, I hope.

Canola oil is made from the seeds that – in their original form – contain high levels [up to 50 percent] erucic acid – a monounsaturated fat, which was proven to cause undesirable health effects. (more…)

Is Chicken safe at all to eat? Or are you saying grilled chicken in these particular restaurants aren’t safe? I eat a lot of Chicken, Turkey and Fish. I don’t eat red meat trying to stay healthier. Please advise. Thank you. Pam. - - via Ask Questions & Grilled Chicken = Cancer?

When meat [any meat including chicken] or fish are subjected to high heat [over 350 degrees], the proteins in these foods can produce cancer causing chemicals [heterocyclic amines], that are known to cause a variety of cancers.

Grilling usually generates a lot of smoke, because the fat drips off on hot coals. When this happens, another cancer causing chemicals [aromatic (more…)