Reading time – 5 mins As we talked about in part one, longevity isn’t just reliant on your genetics. If you want to live a long and healthy life, there are many factors within your control. Several factors such as diet, exercise, stress management, sleep, having purpose in life, family connections, and social networks are all important and play a role. In today’s blog we’ll dive specifically into how diet and nutrition play a role in longevity. Which Macronutrients are Most Important for Health and Longevity? All macros are integral for lifelong health (e.g., carbs, fats, and proteins), while ..read more

Reading time – 4 mins If you want to live a long and healthy life, you’re in luck. Longevity isn’t dictated solely by your genetics; there are lifestyle factors at play. Over the past hundred years, scientists have proven what lifestyle factors support a long and healthy life. These factors protect against chronic disease, support a long lifespan, and can even impact the biological aging process on a cellular level. You can enhance longevity through what you eat, how you move your body, and more. What to Eat for Longevity According to the latest nutritional research, we know that eating a vari ..read more

Reading time – 5 mins If you’ve opened TikTok or scrolled your news feed recently, you’ve probably seen articles about Ozempic®. It’s generated buzz as celebrities and influencers have touted it as a game-changing weight loss solution . In this article we will help you separate some of the myths from the facts regarding popular weight loss drugs and highlight both established methods and new alternatives for weight loss. Weight Loss 101: How Does a Person Lose Weight? While everyone is different, a person loses weight (and keeps it off) by making sustainable lifestyle changes.  This inclu ..read more

Reading time – 5 mins What’s the one thing your race nutrition is missing? It depends on the person, but generally speaking, the one thing an athlete’s race nutrition is missing is planning. A lot of athletes focus on what to eat during their race day, or what to eat just before race day. But the foods you’re eating in the weeks and days leading up to race day are also important in helping you reach your peak performance level. Not to mention the importance of your post-race nutrition so your body can recover. Let’s dive into how to plan your training and race nutrition from the months before ..read more

Reading Time – 5 mins Did you know that the amount of protein you need depends on your age? As we age, our bodies require more protein to maintain optimal muscle health and function. Let’s break down exactly how much protein you need, based on your age. How Much Protein Do I Need? Health Canada recommends that the general population consumes 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight to maintain good health. However, there are exceptions to this recommendation as several subpopulations require much more protein. These include: Athletes – Athletes, especially elite athletes undergoing in ..read more

Reading Time – 7 mins We’re all looking for that one thing that’ll help us eat healthy for years to come. Unfortunately, that’s what makes diet trends so effective. The creators of these diets make it seem like they’ve got the secret to eating “right”. But what if we already have it? Not a magic secret to eating right, because that doesn’t exist. But what if we already have a guide that is both sustainable and realistic, while showing us how to eat well-balanced meals so we can train harder, live stronger, and feel better for years to come? Well readers, you’re in luck because such a guide doe ..read more

Reading Time – 5 mins Aging is an inevitable part of life however we view aging as a privilege. It’s a privilege to get older and experience more of what life has to offer, not to mention more time with your family and loved ones. But it isn’t always fun. What Causes My Muscles to Age? Aging is an inevitable part of life, and part of the aging process means losing muscle mass. Muscle aging is caused by inevitable changes in core bodily functions like hormone regulation, inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and cell damage. Additionally, there are lifestyle factors that can ‘speed up’ the a ..read more

Reading Time – 4 mins If you’ve ever struggled with sleep, you’ll know how much of a difference one hour can make. It may seem like a small amount, but when you’re exhausted, it feels like you’ll give anything for just five more minutes of sleep. Therefore, when Daylight Savings Time comes around, it’s easy to understand how it can have a significant impact on your sleep. Additionally, around the end of the year, the daylight hours are shorter, which can impact your body, such as hormone production and regulation. When put together, Daylight Savings Time can have a significant impact on your m ..read more

Reading Time – 7 mins It’s the time of year when we all start taking more vitamin C, avoiding public transit, and washing our hands like crazy. While these are good starting points to avoiding colds & flus, optimizing your nutrition will provide the foundation for a healthy immune system. To take the guesswork out of it, our team of scientists have put together 5 top nutrition tips for a healthy immune system. 1. Assess Your Daily Food Intake When it comes to supporting a healthy immune system, experts often recommend adequate intake of vitamin C and zinc. But did you know that any nutriti ..read more

Word Count: 559 Reading Time – 6 mins Anabolic resistance might sound like a fancy term, but it’s a natural process that happens to all of us as we age. It’s important to understand so you can adjust your diet and exercise routines to best support your health throughout your life. Keep reading to learn more about anabolic resistance and what it means for your health and fitness goals. What is Anabolic Resistance? Anabolic resistance is loosely defined as ‘your muscle’s reduced ability to grow and repair despite receiving the triggers to do so’. This means that as you age, even though you eat p ..read more