The Hidden Benefits of Creatine for Men in Midlife
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The Hidden Benefits of Creatine for Men in Midlife

While creatine is commonly associated with bodybuilding and athletic performance, it also holds significant potential for men in midlife seeking to optimise their health and well-being.

As we navigate the journey beyond 40, many of us are confronted with the realities of aging, including declines in muscle mass, strength, and cognitive function.

However, with the right strategies and tools at our disposal, we can defy these aging stereotypes and embrace a life of vitality and vigour.

Here, we'll explore the myriad benefits of creatine supplementation explicitly tailored for men in midlife.

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Harnessing the Power of Colostrum for Midlife Wellness
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Harnessing the Power of Colostrum for Midlife Wellness

Colostrum isn't just for newborns— I've been supplementing with colostrum powder for the last month as part of a gut health reboot.  It's not a supplement I plan to be on forever, but using a tub 2-3 times a year is a good way to boost my gut health and reap the rewards.

Why is colostrum receiving so much attention?

Because it offers a myriad of health benefits, particularly for men in their midlife seeking to optimise their well-being.

Here's why colostrum matters:

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Beyond 40: Nourishing Your Gut for Peak Health and Vitality
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Beyond 40: Nourishing Your Gut for Peak Health and Vitality

Gut health is one of the most important things to focus on beyond 40.

I’m sure you’ve seen the numerous media stories over the past few years connecting changes in the gut microbiome to everything from obesity, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, mental health issues, autoimmune diseases, to allergies and neurological disorders.

If you're beyond 40 and your goal is to stay in shape, improve low energy (and libido), manage chronic health conditions, and unlock vitality, you’re going to need to have a healthy gut.

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Mitochondria, Magnesium & Oxidative Capacity
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Mitochondria, Magnesium & Oxidative Capacity

High-intensity exercise can results in an increase of mitochondria if supported by the diet.  In order to make new mitochondria the body needs Mg as a co-factor.  If your Mg levels are low, you are going to have a difficult time benefiting for the high-intensity training and increasing your total mitochondria count.  If your goals are to improve your fitness levels you need to seriously be looking at your diet.

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Best Protein Supplement for Recreational Athletes?
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Best Protein Supplement for Recreational Athletes?

With all the misinformation of BS media reports regarding workout supplements, it’s hard to know what to believe. We all know that protein is an essential macronutrient in the diet, especially for highly active individuals. The amino acids found in protein serve as building blocks for tissue, skin, hair, bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscle.  Protein is found in foods like meat, dairy, eggs, nuts, and beans.  It’s also present in plant foods in small quantities such as vegetables and grains

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One of the best supplements
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One of the best supplements

There is no such thing as a free lunch, and just by taking a supplement you can never balance out a bad diet, your nutrition is important, just like exercise and sleep.   We’ve spent years learning about health, fitness and nutrition by listening to experts, continued the study, asking questions, reading and researching to build our own opinions, you should do the same. There are many conflicting views in the nutrition industry, and we need to find what works for us. We like to practice what we preach, and we never take one person's word as fact.  Do the research, and everything you hear is bullshit until you can prove otherwise…. 

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