vitamins
The Avocado: Health Benefits Every Athlete Should Know
The mighty avocado - or as I like to call it, "nature's mayo" - packs a super food punch that is absolutely to be trifled with. Clinical Dietician...
Benefits of Coconut Water for Athletes
Top Benefits of Coconut Water for Athletes
Pumpkin Pie vs. Apple Pie: Which Is Healthier?
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but put a bunch of them in a pie and the medical staff could come running. Apple pie’s high calorie and fat count [...]
The 7 Best Nuts for Your Health and Performance
Nuts are bite sized powerhouses loaded with healthy fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals to keep every athlete well fueled. These concentrated sources...
6 Fruits and Veggies You Aren’t Eating But Should Be
Fruits and vegetables are important parts of a well-balanced diet. But both "fruits" and "vegetables" are rather broad terms. There's a ton of produce out there, and it varies dramatically [...]
Cookout Commandments: What to Eat (and Avoid) at Your Summer BBQ
With July 4th right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to talk about a classic American summer tradition—cookouts. They are not exactly conducive to healthy eating. With friends, family [...]
Why You Should Eat Cranberries This Thanksgiving
Health Benefits of Cranberries for Athletes Now that the holiday season is upon us it's time to break out all the wonderful seasonal foods! One of my...
Are Sweet Potatoes Actually Healthier Than White Potatoes?
Along with chicken breast and brown rice, sweet potatoes have become a staple of the elite athlete diet. Nowadays, nearly every pro athlete with whom STACK speaks mentions sweet potatoes [...]
The High-Quality Carb That Might be Missing From Your Diet
What's so great about sweet potatoes? Many out there overlook sweet potatoes dismissing them as a plain potato, but there are multiple benefits that we...
What to Look for in a Pre-Workout Supplement
Pre-workout supplements promise to transform your workouts. You’ll be more energized, you’ll smash weights like never before and you’ll visit Swole City. You wouldn’t be wrong for thinking a magical [...]