
The Perfect Morning Wakeup Shake
By Mike Roussell, PhD Morning energy and focus don’t only come from caffeine. If you can increase blood flow and oxygen to your brain, you’ll amp your awareness. How can you do this? My go-to is a family of antioxidants...

By Mike Roussell, PhD The Basics of Clean Eating From drinking more water to eating more salmon to adding more greens to your diet, it’s easy to start every year with new goals in the kitchen. But the secret to...

3 Ultimate Holiday Eating Tips
By Mike Roussell, PhD 3 Ultimate Holiday Eating Tips As the holiday season rolls in, navigating the festive feasts without derailing your health goals becomes a real challenge. But this doesn’t mean resisting all temptation (and good food!). It means...

The Ultimate Post-Running Recovery Shake
By Mike Roussell, PhD After pounding the pavement for mile after grueling mile, your muscles are screaming for restoration. Quickly replenishing lost nutrients is crucial for reducing post-run soreness and fatigue – and getting you ready for your next run....

3 Foods That Can Help You Recover From Running Workouts
By Mike Roussell, PhD Recovering from a tough running workout requires more than downing a bottle of Gatorade. After pounding the pavement, the foods you choose play a key role in helping your body bounce back. Here are three unexpected...

Recipe of the Month: Texas Chili
By Mike Roussell, PhD This chili recipe delivers five servings of quality protein from the top round lean beef (44 grams per serving), as well as a hearty helping of low-impact carbs. You can easily add a cup of rice...