Diet & Exercise - Our Diet and Exercise Experts

EXPERT

Heather Reese

(Profile)

Registered Dietitian

Our Expert | Health Professional

RSS

posted 10/05/2008, comments (2)

Weighing In: Proteins, cabohydrates, fats - how much do we need?

Question: I've found many tables with estimated calorie requirements, but nothing about proteins, cabohydrates and fats requirements. 55% carbohydrates, 15% fats and 30% proteins are ok? (I am a girl and I have 17 years old). Can you help me, please?Heather: This is a really great question. And I’m very glad to hear you ask about... Read more Chevron

Read all my posts | Subscribe | Send Message

EXPERT

Cynthia Haines

(Profile)

Fitness Expert

Our Expert | Health Professional

RSS

posted 04/30/2008, comments (9)

The Safety of Natural Sugar Substitutes

A question came up recently in response to my article on artificial sweeteners. The question was regarding the safety of Stevia, a "natural" no-calorie sweetener. So, what exactly are natural sugar substitutes and does natural always equal better? Let's take a look: What are natural sweeteners? Natural sweeteners are sweeteners... Read more Chevron

Read all my posts | Subscribe | Send Message

EXPERT

Harry

(Profile)

Author and Fitness Expert

Our Expert | Health Professional

RSS

posted 04/09/2008, comment (1)

Running for the Older Athlete

I have been poking around at getting back into running for the past few months, with variable success. I worked with a running coach a couple of times, to see if my technique was off, and she gave some great tips about running from the core, and stride, etc., but my feet and shins and Achilles tendon still weren't happy with the process,... Read more Chevron

Read all my posts | Subscribe | Send Message