Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
Creatine supplements are used by athletes, bodybuilders and recreational exercisers to gain muscle mass and strength. Creatine is a found naturally in skeletal muscles, and is responsible for short, high-intensity activities. Taking creatine supplements increases the amount of stored creatine to improve performance.
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Everyone is aware of the importance of hydration during extreme physical activity and sports to maximize performance. Without hydration, the long periods of exercise and physical labor can lead to muscle cramps.
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Many steak recipes call for a marinade, as they add flavor and tenderize the meat. While most recipes call for discarding the marinade before cooking, you can also cook a steak in the marinade.
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Venison refers to the meat from deer, elk or antelope and is an alternative meat source with less fat, cholesterol and calories than traditional beef, pork and lamb.
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Grabbing a salmon steak from the freezer can be the start of a delicious meal, or the start of a process to eliminate freezer burn before cooking.
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A good marinade on a properly cooked steak lights up your taste buds. The time spent marinating the steaks helps to add flavor while tenderizing the meat. A steak marinade should include three basic ingredients -- acid, oil and spices -- with each playing an essential role in the marinating process.
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Wild hogs are found in 39 states, as of 2011, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and these populations are considered invasive species, providing numerous hunting opportunities. The hogs can reach 400 lbs., resulting in a significant amount of meat for the freezer.
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Running a marathon requires a dedicated approach to training, including a running, strength training and nutrition plan. While most runners place an emphasis on the specific running workouts, your nutrition lays the foundation for an effective and safe training program.
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Cooking one turkey is a relatively easy process, but sometimes you are forced to cook two turkeys at the same time, in one oven. In order to cook two turkeys in one oven, you must use specific preparations and a cooking process to ensure the meat is cooked properly, so it is moist and flavorful.
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Turkey breasts are known for providing a lean, flavorful source of protein that can be easily prepared in the oven. The average turkey breast weighs from 4 to 8 lbs., but sometimes you need a large turkey breast weighing 9 lbs. to accommodate a large dinner. While preparing a 9-lb.
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Grilling burgers is a traditional backyard pastime for family dinners and get-togethers with friends. However, improper handling or cooking can lead to sickness from potential harmful bacteria in the meat. When ground beef is manufactured, it can be exposed to harmful bacteria. In fact, it may be that 0.
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Deer meat -- also referred to as venison -- is tender, moist and flavorful when prepared by knowledgeable hands. When it hasn’t been, the result is a dry, tough and unappetizing dining experience. Ensure a tender piece of deer meat is served to your family and guests by following a few basic steps in its preparation.
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Venison steaks provide a delicious, lean alternative source of protein to beef or pork. The smaller size of the venison steaks, however, makes it difficult to cook a big steak properly without overcooking. To make a larger venison steak, you can butterfly the meat so it opens up.
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Deer meat, or venison, is known for its lean, tender texture for steaks and roasts and its strong flavor in jerky and sausages. A commonly overlooked part of the deer, however, is the ribs. While deer ribs don’t have as much meat or fat compared to pork or beef ribs, they still have plenty of flavor.
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Baked potatoes are a common side dish at the dinner table because they are easy to prepare and have a delicious flavor. Traditional recipes for baked potatoes require an hour or more in a conventional oven, but you don’t always have an hour to prepare a complete meal for your family.
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The majestic elk is spread across the mountains and forests of North America from Arizona to British Columbia. With adult elk weighing 500 to 700 lbs, one elk supplies several hundred pounds of delicious venison.
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Pepsi developed Diet Pepsi in 1964 as an alternative to Pepsi-Cola with no sugar and no calories. Artificial sweeteners create the same flavor as the original Pepsi-Cola. While Diet Pepsi contains little nutritional value, people drink it for the light, crisp taste that satisfies thirst.
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Calamari -- or squid -- is a shellfish that can be prepared by itself or combined with side dishes such as pasta and vegetables for a complete meal. You can choose from fresh or frozen calamari without sacrificing taste and quality.
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Vitamins are obviously an essential component to your overall health. They help regulate and perform body functions, but certain types of vitamins taken before exercise may actually decrease the fitness benefits. Dr.
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Bodybuilders follow a detailed training program combined with a strict nutrition plan to maximize results and muscle mass. Within the nutrition plan, each macronutrient -- carbohydrates, fat and protein -- are broken down into specific amounts and percentages.
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