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Nutrition Tips

If your fitness enthusiast, or just want the facts on good nutrition so you can make heathy choices, you can read all about the latest in nutrition news here. ACE Fit offers nutritional research, recipes, diet tips, and many other ways to help you eat healthy. And you can can read about it all in one place!

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Pre- and Post-workout Snacks for Different Workout Durations

posted: Tuesday, September 24, 2013 by: Gina Crome

Ensuring our body has the optimal nutrients at the right time may help to enhance workouts and minimize recovery time. Of course, nutritional demands differ based on the type of workout you’re doing, as well as the timing of your snack. Here are some great ideas for pre- and post-workouts snacks, whether your workout is 30-, 60- or 90-minutes long.

Take the Quiz: Are You Making Healthy Choices When You Eat Out?

posted: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 by: The Nutrition Twins

How savvy are you when it comes to making healthy choices while eating out? Give this nutrition quiz a try, developed for ACE by the Nutrition Twins, to learn whether your choices are helping or hurting your efforts to eat a healthy, balanced diet, even when you’re not at home.

Are You an Emotional Eater?

posted: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 by: Michael Mantell

It’s no secret that, for many of us, eating is a about a lot more than simply satisfying hunger. Emotional eating can quickly sabotage even the most committed weight-loss efforts, but Dr. Michael Mantell offers important advice on how to tell the difference between physical and emotional hunger, as well as what steps you should take to get emotional eating under control.

Foods That Fight Muscle Soreness

posted: Thursday, September 05, 2013 by: Gina Crome

Muscle soreness is a common side-effect of exercise, but preliminary studies suggest that eating the right foods may help to minimize at least some of the pain and post-exercise recovery time. Here is the lowdown on the best foods for fighting muscle soreness and getting ready for your next tough workout.

Lighten Up Your Labor Day Cocktails

posted: Friday, August 30, 2013 by: The Nutrition Twins

Looking forward to relaxing with a few cocktails over the holiday weekend? Be careful: Most cocktails pack a caloric punch, which can quickly derail your health and fitness efforts. Instead of drinking up unwanted calories, try these light and delicious versions of some of your favorite drinks, which also contain a wide range of nutrient-boosting benefits.

Easy to Make Gluten-free Recipes That Taste So Good

posted: Monday, August 26, 2013 by: Alysa Bajenaru

Eating gluten-free can be a huge challenge, especially for individuals with celiac or those with an extreme sensitivity to gluten. ACE-certified fitness professional and registered dietitian Alysa Bajenaru who was diagnosed with celiac two years ago, shares some of her favorite g-free recipes, which are not only healthy, but also quick and easy to make.

Is Peer Pressure Leading You to Make Poor Food Choices?

posted: Friday, August 23, 2013 by: Michael Mantell

Research suggests that the influence of friends shouldn’t be underestimated when it comes to making healthy diet and exercise choices. Dr. Michael Mantell explains the three degrees of influence and how to counteract negative peer pressure that occurs when our friends and family make less-than-healthy lifestyle choices.

Superfood Dynamic Duos

posted: Monday, August 12, 2013 by: Gina Crome

Superfoods are commonly thought of as the superheroes of nutrients. So what happens when you pair up these nutritious gems? You get superfood dynamic duos that pack an extra punch and taste great together as well. Here are four combos—along with delicious recipes—you’ll definitely want to try.

Game-changing Staple Items You Should Have in Your Kitchen

posted: Thursday, August 01, 2013 by: The Nutrition Twins

When it comes to stocking your pantry with must-have items, don’t limit yourself to basics like flour and sugar. Instead, take the advice of the Nutrition Twins and consider adding some new favorites to your pantry shelves. Not only do these foods pack a nutritional punch, they’ll add flavor and variety to your everyday meals.

Feel-good Foods To Help Boost Your Mood

posted: Monday, July 29, 2013 by: Gina Crome

A better mood could be as close as your refrigerator. Learn which foods are powerful mood boosters and how you can time your meals to minimize blood-sugar fluctuations and maximize health and well-being.

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