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What you eat changes how you feel. These foods are the best for your brain
We have 22 years until we're in a significant global crisis. Show your kids how to implement these simple planet-friendly household changes now.
Athletes break down their nutrition rituals.
Ben Greenfield has some extreme ideas for living healthy. The thing is, most of them work.
Thanks to a growing list of new mocktails and alcohol-free beverage makers, nondrinkers have better options than ever
There are a lot of obscure ingredients in Gu gels. Here's what they actually do for you.
The benefits are still murky, but experts say there's no harm in adding more to your diet
And four things you should definitely not use it for
Veggie-based jerky, chocolate "milk," and gluten-free toaster pastries that still taste indulgent? Yes, please.
Your body could use a boost, but a cleanse isn't the answer
Athletes are especially susceptible to this common, curable iron-deficiency disease
A host of companies are offering easy, snackable paleo options that you can order online
Eating for endurance can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be
Antinutrients are the buzzy new word in nutrition, but they're not quite what their name would imply
Stave off midday munchies with these editor-approved options
It doesn’t always tell the full story. Independent testers have arrived to fill in the gaps.
When it comes to our appetites, we’re no different than our caveman ancestors
Getting older doesn't have to keep you from setting new PRs
The little green legumes are having a moment in the plant-based fitness world
Traveling on a vegan diet can seem daunting. These adventurers show you how to do it with ease.
It's the one-stop shop for healthy fuel. Here's a grocery list, plus meal ideas for how to best use the store's cheap, high-quality ingredients.
Six pro endurance athletes weigh in on the foods that keep them energized for the long haul
Forget Tim Ferris. For peak productivity, just down a few cups of these extra-strength brews.
They're in your gels, chews, and drinks, but do you really need them?
For optimal muscle gains, when you eat matters just as much as what you eat
These between-meal bites are major performance boosters. And they can be whipped up fast in your kitchen.
Here's how to do it without breaking the bank
The world of capsules, pills, and powders is fraught with junk science and sketchy brands. Here's how the professionals wade through the confusion.
Sometimes, when it comes to making progress it's the smartest choice you can make.
These grocery store finds make it easier to feed your nonstop adventuring
Researchers at Stanford and UCLA are teaching college distance runners that when it comes to staying injury-free, what they eat matters
Homemade plant-based meat innovations are getting billed as satisfying, even to dedicated meat lovers
The entrepreneur believes that biohacking can rocket your body and mind to peak performance. His Bulletproof diet zoomed into the mainstream, his Bullet-proof coffee has everyone quaffing butter, and his Bulletproof books fly off the shelves. Now Bulletproof Labs is out to hack, well, everything.
The National Geographic fellow on what he's learned from spending time with the happiest people on earth
You've heard about paleo, keto, Whole30, IIFYM, and intermittent fasting. But can they support an active lifestyle?
When in doubt, reach for these science-backed ingredients
Sure, eating less is the main driver of weight loss, but nailing the right amount of shut-eye each night helps too
With the arrival of a long-rumored drink, endurance athletes want to know
Octogenarian Dr. Arthur De Vany, renowned for his theory of evolutionary fitness, shares his diet with Tim Ferriss
The fleet 50-year-old runner took the pavement less traveled—directly to an unprecedented berth at the 2020 U.S. Olympic Trials
Evolution has made humans instinctually crave sugary, fatty, and salty foods. Here's how you can fight back.
Seven food subscription services for those on a vegetarian, ketogenic, or paleo diet
These real foods deliver all the complete proteins you need to build strength and reduce the risk of injury
Still dominant on the crag at 36, Sharma reflects on his greatest climbs and how those lessons have helped him break into the business world
Fungi farmers are banking on their crops going big as mushrooms appear in everything from superdrinks to pest controls to miracle cures
It isn't the answer to all your muscle-building woes, but it is a smart nutrition option for outdoor athletes. Fact is, you likely can't get enough protein without it.
As ultra-endurance athlete and self-improvement guru Rich Roll says, "Mood follows action." In other words: Don't think. Do.
The microbes in our digestive systems can affect everything from our mental health to our weight and vulnerability to disease. So why not athletic performance? New science is set to revolutionize the way we eat, train, and live.
In the name of citizen science, we peered inside the bellies of ϳԹ staff—and seven elite athletes
Wondering how to ensure that your gut is healthy? We're here to answer your most pressing questions.
Forget training load and biomechanics. A surprising new study suggests that avoiding injury might come down to something far simpler.
We're not talking pills. It's all about picking foods that are naturally packed with supplements.
In short, your children are in vastly more danger in their own driveways than they are in a bicycle child seat
The sports-nutrition market is confusing, so we created a helpful guide to show you exactly what and when to eat
Create a training plan to fit your goals, learn to shop smart, and steer clear of sneaky nutritional pitfalls with these five expert-picked apps.
We published a lot of them this year. Here are the ones we loved the most.
Six athletes on how they elevate this dish from plain noodles to delicious, healthy bowls of endurance fuel
Give your friends something they can really sink their teeth into this holiday
You can't be super-lean all the time, so pick your moments—and watch your health
Athletes are looking for whole-food options to replace their chemical counterparts. We asked one writer to test high-end baby food and report back.
We taste tested 15 meals to see if the road to culinary and nutritional bliss can start in the microwave
Artificial intelligence is making its way into fitness apps
A master list of the most worthwhile nutrition advice we've ever written
Quit popping pills. These nutrient-dense eats have all you need for peak performance.
As an athlete, you're only as good as your diet. Equip your kitchen with tools that make healthy cooking easy and you can elevate your performance, no additional miles required.
Putting your dog in risky situations might actually be the best thing you can do for him
Everyone loves pumpkins, squash, and apples—but these lower-profile ingredients taste great and boost performance
Seven adventurers on their favorite legal performance enhancer
The Olympian and investor on the show "ϳԹ Capitalists" on the gear that makes for quality shut-eye
Sometimes preparation is all about what you leave behind