Nutrition
Food Faceoff: Whole Grain vs. Whole Wheat Breads
I don’t know about you, but when I walk down the bread aisle, I’m overwhelmed. Well, in truth, I only… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
by Tim Skwiat
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Simple Tips to Maximize Your Ketogenic Diet Results
Okay, maybe you’ve read our Beginner’s Guide to the Ketogenic Diet. Perhaps you’ve taken a dive into our more in-depth… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Top 10 Superfoods That Need to Be On Your Grocery List
You’ve likely heard the term “superfoods” followed by some crazy sounding fruit or vegetable from a remote and exotic location.… Read More
Nutrition
Ditch the White Zin…Here is our List of Healthiest Wines
I would like to think I don’t need to remind our readers that nearly everything we consume is okay, as… Read More
Nutrition
The Top 6 White Foods for a Flat Belly
I’ll admit it, I have a tendency to be a little nosey. **Elbow poke from my wife** Okay, a lot… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Cheese Face-Off: Which Cheese is Best For You?
With over 300 types of cheese in the United States alone, and more than 2,200 varieties in the world, it… Read More
Nutrition
Here Are My 5 Favorite Cheat Foods That Accelerate Fat Loss
What if I told you that cheating on your diet with cheat foods could actually ramp up your fat burning,… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches— Which is Best: Flaxseed or Fish Oil?
Dear Coach, Q:Is flaxseed a good substitute for fish oil? And which is best: flaxseed or fish oil? Sincerely, -Mary… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Is Whey Protein Good For You?
I can’t tell you how many times someone has asked me a question like, “Is whey protein good for me?”… Read More
Nutrition
6 Reasons You Should Eat the WHOLE Egg
Even though it shouldn’t, I still find it astonishing that some people think eggs—better said, egg yolks—are unhealthy. I shake… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Breaking It Down: How to Decipher Nutrition Labels
Have you ever found yourself turning over the packaging of a product you might want to buy and feeling a… Read More
Nutrition
3 Foods You Have Been Eating Wrong Your Whole Life
What if I told you that simply changing how you eat three common heathy foods (foods you’re probably already eating,… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Is Whey Protein Good for Women?
I can’t tell you how many times a woman has asked me a question like, “Is whey protein good for… Read More
Nutrition
Is Sparkling Water Good For You? (La Croix drinkers beware)
If you’ve been in your grocery store recently, you’ve likely noticed an expanding section of sparkling water, also known as… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
3 Far-Too-Common Health Myths, Debunked by Science
You’ve probably grown up with certain beliefs about health and may have passed them on to your children or even… Read More
Nutrition
The Top 6 Belly Fat Burning Foods (and what they all have in common)
Are you interested in burning more belly fat? Who isn’t, right? Not only is extra belly fat unsightly and uncomfortable,… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
5 Health Benefits of Chia Seeds (huge power in a tiny package)
Remember watching the commercials in the ‘80s and ‘90s that started out “ch-cha-ch-chia” for terra-cotta “Chia Pets—The Pottery that Grows”?… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Debunking the Food Myth: Is Corn REALLY Bad For You?
Is Corn Bad For You? As a nutrition coach, I can’t count how many times this question has been posed… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Is Your Body Dangerously Low on THIS Antinutrient?
Over the last several years, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds have been the subject of intense scrutiny by certain… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: Do I Really Need a Cheat Day?
Q: Coach, I’m super-motivated to stick with my new program. I’ve been making solid progress, and I have money riding… Read More
Nutrition
7 Ingredients That Should NEVER Be In Your Protein Powder
If you’ve been following our blog, you know one of the most impactful and effective strategies for improving health and… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Beef vs Turkey Burger: What’s REALLY Best For Your Health
Disclaimer: This is a simple overview of the nutritional comparison between consuming a burger made with ground beef versus a… Read More
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: How to Effectively Modify Your Diet Plan
One of the most common questions we get as coaches goes a little something like this: “I’m trying to follow… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Top 5 Adaptogenic Herbs to Relieve Stress
Take a minute to ask anyone—including yourself—how they’re doing. Chances are you’ll hear words like “busy,” ”rushed,” or “swamped.” You… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Brown Rice vs White Rice: What’s Better For Your Health?
Chances are you have often been given the option between brown rice vs white rice, and if you’re like most… Read More
Nutrition
Is Coconut Oil Good For You? Here are the facts…
If you’ve been paying attention to your newsfeed the last couple of weeks, you might have noticed coconut oil in… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Coffee or Tea: Which is Better for Weight Loss?
Are you a definite tea drinker or a bona-fide coffee person? Would finding out one is better than the other… Read More
Nutrition
Almond Butter vs Peanut Butter — What’s Best for Dropping Fat?
Q: I love peanut butter. I regularly add it to my BioTrust Low-Carb shakes for a decadent yet healthy treat.… Read More
Nutrition
4 Fruits That Make You Gain Weight (avoid at all costs)
When it comes to health, nutrition, and weight loss, there are a lot of myths and downright misinformation out there.… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The 5 Best Keto Foods (High-Fat & Low-Carb)
Like any diet, the ketogenic diet is not about a specific food; it’s about your entire body of work. Now,… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Are Your Fish Oil Supplements Causing More Harm Than Good?
A recent consumer survey conducted for the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) found omega-3 supplements (such as fish oil supplements)… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
4 Toxic Ingredients That Are Hiding in Your Food
ANY chemical—synthetic or natural—can be toxic if you eat, drink, or absorb too much of it. Even water can be… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Leaky Gut Concerns? Avoid These 9 Common Causes
Over the last several years, we’ve come to appreciate that the gut is a LOT more complex than just the… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Dirty Dozen: These 12 Fruits + Veggies Are Drenched in Pesticides
I’m all about saving money whenever I can. And let’s face it, groceries can be expensive—darn expensive. So, it’s easy… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
4 Cooking Oils You Should NEVER Use (and use these instead)
Things started to go downhill about 60 years ago when health organizations began suggesting folks replace animal fats rich in… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Here are the Top 7 Foods That Burn Belly Fat
Darn that pesky belly fat. It’s ugly. It’s embarrassing. It’s uncomfortable. It’s always getting in the way. It makes your… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Are Bananas Good For You? (what they do to a healthy body)
How many times have you heard, “Bananas lead to weight gain,” or, “Bananas are one of the worst foods you… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The 6 Best Foods for Healthy Skin (bye-bye crepey skin)
My mother always says, “The old grey mare ain’t what she used to be.” And while certain things do get… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
4 Overlooked Health Benefits of Curcumin (more than just a spice)
Turmeric has long been revered as a spice, dye, and remedy to promote health and wellness. It’s THE most popular… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Truth About My Sugar Addiction: How to Stop Craving Sugar
There was a time when you could find me hiding in the bathroom, sneaking handfuls of M&M’s. Or climbing on… Read More
Nutrition
Almond vs. Cow’s Milk—Which Is the Best Milk to Drink?
Q: I’ve drank cow’s milk all my life. I even remember drinking it fresh from the cow when I was… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
The Best Foods to Eat Before Bed (so you don’t go to bed hungry)
One of the most pervasive myths in the health and fitness is that anything you eat before bed will make… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Here are the 6 Foods that Cause Inflammation in the Body
Before we begin, it’s crucial to point out that inflammation is normal. It’s the protective and (typically) temporary response of… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Chicken or Beef: Which One is Better For Your Health?
The question, Chicken or beef, can be a relatively polarizing. During the low-fat craze—which peaked in the 80s, spread into… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
The Top 5 Metabolism-Boosting Foods to Speed Up Weight Loss
“Boosting the metabolism” may very well be the “holy grail” of the fitness industry. Fortunately, there are several tried and… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
5 Delicious Summer Salads You’ll Actually Want to Eat (see recipes)
Once upon a time, salads were viewed only as “diet” food. Or maybe a boring side salad that kept your… Read More
Nutrition
Top Superfoods You Need to Add to Your Diet
As you stand in line at the grocery store, you’ve surely seen headlines on the front cover of nearly every… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
8 Overlooked Health Benefits of Probiotics (#3 is surprising)
Probiotics are defined by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and the WHO as “live microorganisms… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: The Best Types of Salt (pink, table or sea)
Q: I was wondering if you could shed some light on the best type of salt to use. I’ve heard… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Truth About Vitamin Supplements
Hi, it’s Joel Marion, Co-Founder of BioTRUST Nutrition, and today I’m going to reveal the shocking TRUTH about the supplement… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
The Best (and Worst!) Foods for Healthy Digestion
We’ve all experienced it from time to time: bloating, cramping, gas, and discomfort… All indications of something being not quite… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
The 4 Must-Have Supplements for People Over 40
There are many facets of getting older that downright suck. And it’s easy to be pessimistic about aging. After all,… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Top 5 Foods That Boost Your Brain (and clear brain fog)
How do you feel in the mornings, afternoons, and throughout your busy days? Energetic, motivated, and ready to take on… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: 7 Foods You Should Not Refrigerate
Q: It’s late at night, and for me, that means I’m making frequent trips to my refrigerator. I am literally… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
4 Belly-Blasting, Healthy Carbs (add these to your menu today)
With all the talk about low-carb diets, paleo diets, and ketogenic diets, it’s easy to start thinking that ALL carbs… Read More
by Josh Bezoni
Nutrition
The 1 Miracle Cooking Oil Better For You Than Olive Oil
While extra virgin olive oil has always been (and will continue to be) a staple, nutritious, go-to oil for healthy… Read More
by Josh Bezoni
Nutrition
3 Healthy Eating Hacks That Will Better Your Life Right Away
If you’re like most people, you really do want to eat better. You know how important good nutrition and clean… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: How Much Protein is Too Much?
Q: What do you feel is the most amount of protein your body can absorb at a single sitting to… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Top 5 Plant Based Proteins You Need to Add to Your Diet
When many people think of plant based proteins, they immediately think “vegetarian,” “soy,” or “bland.” But let’s be clear, you… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
5 Ways to Get Your Greens This Saint Patrick’s Day
What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with some green cuisine. This St. Patrick’s Day, we have several… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
What is the Ketogenic Diet? A Beginner’s Guide (see photos)
With so many different types of diets available, it’s difficult to keep track of what each one does, how it… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Stop Counting Calories…Count THIS Instead (if you want a flat belly)
Losing weight is easy, right? Just take in fewer calories than you expend, and you’re set. Weight lost! Wait. Not… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: How G-Flux Helps You Burn More Flab
Q: I feel that because of my past chronic, yo-yo dieting, in addition to my increasing age, I’m suffering from… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Why Whey is the King of Proteins
Little Miss Muffet Sat on a tuffet, Eating her curds and whey… The popular “Little Miss Muffet” nursery rhyme, which… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Top 8 Benefits of Spirulina: Nature’s Ultimate Super Food
It seems like the term “super food” gets thrown around a lot, leading you to believe there are single foods… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Top 8 Foods That Reduce Stress (alternatives to wine and ice cream)
With all the pressures and demands placed on us by work, family, and our many other relationships, life can get… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: What’s the “Ideal” Post-Workout Meal?
Q: If you had to recommend THE “ideal” post-workout meal, what would it be? My goal is to be toned… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The Not-So-Sweet Side Effects of Artificial Sweeteners
Sugar. It’s the bane of many a weight-loss program. So sweet. So delicious. So tempting. And so calorie dense, nutrient… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Meal Prep Made Easy: 3 Brilliant Tricks to Eat Better
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” -Benjamin Franklin Are you looking to save time and money? Reduce… Read More
Nutrition
The Top 3 Foods You Need to Avoid This Flu Season
It seems like no matter how diligent we are to avoid contact with germs, at some point or another, someone… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Ask the Coaches: How Do I Stop Dieting & Lose Weight
Q: I’ve decided to NEVER “diet” again! I’m sick and tired of getting on and falling off the dieting wagon.… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Debunking the Myth About Eggs and Cholesterol
We recently had the pleasure of entertaining many of our closest friends and family members, quite a few who stayed… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
The 8 MOST Important Nutrients to Support a Healthy Thyroid
If you’ve been struggling to lose weight or are gaining weight unexpectedly… if you lack energy, experience poor mood, or… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Are Gluten-Free Substitutes REALLY Better For You?
As I was growing up, my mom used to bake. A lot. When baking bread, she ground the wheat herself,… Read More
by Sue Mosebar
Nutrition
Grocery List for Weight Loss: 4 Healthy Food Swaps
What if I told you one of the easiest ways to lose weight is by simply updating your grocery list?… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
The TRUTH About Eating Organic…
You’ve probably heard there are benefits to eating organic, but if you’re like most people, you may still be a… Read More
by Josh Bezoni
Nutrition
Eating Before Bed: Why Everything You’ve Heard is Wrong
How many times have you heard, “Eating before bed will make you fat”? Or, “NEVER eat after 8pm at night or… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
8 Reasons You Should Be Eating More Healthy Fats
Well, hello there! It’s Joel, and I’m right in the middle of enjoying some fresh, homemade guacamole with gluten-free tortilla… Read More
by Joel Marion
Fitness
Best Way to Lose 10 Pounds FAST (In 5 Easy Steps)
If you’re looking to lose 10 pounds fast, you’ve come to the right place. I’m here to share with you… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
5 Healthy Cocktails for Your New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Between holiday parties, family gatherings, and New Year’s Eve celebrations, the holidays are virtually synonymous with booze. (And, depending on… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
3 Letters On Food Labels To Avoid (like the plague)
Do you find that understanding food labels is like learning a foreign language? Well, you’ve come to the right place.… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Top 10 Foods High In Protein (Other than Chicken)
If you’re like most, you could probably use a change of pace in your diet beyond the regular ol’ chicken… Read More
by Joel Marion
Nutrition
Ditch the Diet Sodas and Drink More of This
When it comes to artificial sweeteners, what good news have your heard about them recently? There’s now scientific evidence that… Read More
by Tim Skwiat
Nutrition
Tip: How To Prevent Cut Avocado From Turning Brown
Avocados are one of the best food sources of flab-fighting fats, but it’s unlikely that you’ll eat an entire avocado… Read More
by Joel Marion
