Welcome to the first segment of the Ask Dr. Mike series – the series where I answer your most pressing questions regarding nutrition, lifestyle, and achieving your health, fitness, and wellness goals. Today, I’m answering some of the most thought-provoking questions you submitted across multiple social media platforms related to your nutrition goals as well […]
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Ask the Diet Doctor: Hangover Cures
Q: Can taking a B-vitamin supplement help you overcome a hangover? A: When a few too many glasses of wine last night leave you with a throbbing headache and a nauseous feeling, you’d probably give anything for a quick-fix hangover cure. Click here to read this article at shape.com
Ask the Diet Doctor: How Much Should I Stand for Weight Loss?
We’ve been told that we sit too much, but there is one time of the day when it’s best to stay off your feet. Q: Okay, I get it: I should sit less and stand more. But what about at mealtime—is it better to sit or stand while I eat? A: You are correct that […]
Ask the Diet Doctor: Should I Soak Nuts, Seeds, and Grains?
The answer may help you absorb more nutrients from snacks and meals. Q: Do I need to soak nuts, seeds, and grains before eating them to remove anti-nutrients? A: Soaking these foods in water for 12 is 24 hours is a common strategy to reduce their phytic acid content. Phytic acid is often pitched as […]
3 Pre-Workout Supplements You Should Use
Are Pre-Workout Supplements Worth It? This is a question I get a lot. Using a pre-workout supplement can be a great way to help you get more out of your workout, but there are many different kinds of pre-workout supplements—ranging from your daily cup of coffee to a precise powder cooked up in a lab—and which […]
Ask the Diet Doctor: Is Dairy Healthy?
Q: What’s the deal with dairy? I’ve heard so many different things! A: Milk, despite being a dietary staple for a very long time, does have its controversial side: On the one hand, you hear that milk and dairy are good sources of calcium, so you should consume them; on the other, you’re told that […]