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Macronutrients, or “macros”, are the three energy-producing nutrients we need to function. They are protein, carbohydrates, and fat. There’s also a super secret fourth macro only devout worshippers of the Macronomicon are familiar with, but we’ll get into that later. Let’s break it down… In this article… What Are Macros? As mentioned above, the three […]

Fat is easily the most controversial macronutrient. It is both the sworn enemy of the entire diet / fitness industry and a necessary component of your overall health and wellness. Let’s take a moment to demystify fat and learn how it can help you achieve your goals. In this article… First, I want to distinguish […]

People ask me “What food scale should I buy?” or “Where can I find the cheapest weights?” or “Why don’t you quit your job and live on my yacht for a while?” and I usually just send them an Amazon link. Okay, I lied about the last one, but people often ask me where and […]

I had the privilege of joining Jay Sin Matlock, DJ, and Lizzay on the My Jiu-Jitsu Academia podcast to talk about the events of CJI and ADCC, guard passing secrets, nutrition for competition, and a whole lot more. Enjoy! Follow My Jiu-Jitsu Academia My Jiu-Jitsu Academia on FacebookMy Jiu-Jitsu Academia on InstagramMy Jiu-Jitsu Academia on […]

I heard my mom’s footsteps enter the cold, stuffy room and my heart fluttered with joy. She sat down in the chair next to my bed and it creaked under her weight. It creaked under any weight. It wasn’t a very good chair. Her foot tapped over and over on the floor. She cleared her throat. “Good morning, bubba. Ready to finish the story?” she asked. Something in her voice sounded off. Like maybe her nose was stuffed or her throat was sore. I hoped she wasn’t getting sick. Her legendary chicken nood...

When we hear the word ‘protein’, we usually think of muscle tissue, but protein is also in our bone marrow, red blood cells, hair, nails, and skin. Proteins are composed of amino acids, long chains of molecules that serve various functions. Much of the protein we consume (about half) is converted into enzymes that perform […]

When we hear the word ‘protein’, we usually think of muscle tissue, but protein is also in our bone marrow, red blood cells, hair, nails, and skin. Proteins are composed of amino acids, long chains of molecules that serve various functions. Much of the protein we consume (about half) is converted into enzymes that perform specific tasks for our body. If these are all two-dollar words to you, don’t panic. We’ll cover everything shortly. What Are Amino Acids? First, let’s talk about the building b...

Carbohydrates, or carbs, are your body’s primary source of energy. Without carbs, we often feel fatigued, lack focus, or otherwise don’t feel like ourselves. With too many carbs, we can run into health problems like diabetes or obesity. Knowing the different types of carbs, and how to balance them, is an essential part of your […]

Carbohydrates, or carbs, are your body’s primary source of energy. Without carbs, we often feel fatigued, lack focus, or otherwise don’t feel like ourselves. With too many carbs, we can run into health problems like diabetes or obesity. Knowing the different types of carbs, and how to balance them, is an essential part of your daily health. Let’s look at this deeper… In This Article… What Are Carbohydrates? Simple Carbohydrates Complex Carbohydrates The Difference Between Simple & Complex Carbs ...

It is my responsibility to inform you that I have no formal qualifications for much of the scientific knowledge I share on this website. I am not a doctor. I gather evidence through personal experiments and do my best to find reputable sources for my information, which I then share with you. Any claim I make is based on my understanding of the literature I have found. I suggest you dig into the supporting articles I provide and draw your own conclusions, with my interpretation as a starting poin...