Eat, Move and Live Better
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
[Article] Manufactured deliciousness: Why you can’t stop overeating (plus 3 strategies to get control).
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this article, we’ll explain exactly how junk food is designed to make us respond with compulsive, manic, gotta-have-more snack sessions. Even bet...
[Article] Nutrition for seniors: 7 lifestyle strategies to stay strong, healthy, and independent longer.
20 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Forgetting things, feeling incapable, grappling with loneliness, and maybe not enjoying daily life? Aging is inevitable, but these symptoms don’t ha...
[Article] Dairy: Is it good or bad for you? Exploring the pros and cons of this controversial food group.
12 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We’re often asked whether dairy is good or bad. Short answer: It depends. In this article we’ll help you make sense of the research — and the wi...
[Article] Can you gain weight from eating too little?
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
You’re tracking your eating and exercise meticulously but not seeing results. Has your metabolism slowed to a crawl? Are your hormones off? Is it re...
[Article] Why ‘listen to your body’ and ‘do what works for you’ rarely work + what to do instead.
27 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Clichés like “listen to your body” and “do what works for you” sound like good advice. But they’re not actually that helpful unless you kn...
[Article] 25+ nutrition and lifestyle strategies to lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
06 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Worried about Alzheimer’s disease and neurodegeneration? There are many things we can’t control when it comes to cognitive decline. But certain nu...
[Article] I'd love to get started... I'm just waiting for the perfect time.
20 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us wait for the “perfect time” with our health, nutrition, and fitness. But this all-or-nothing thinking — as in, “If I don’t do thi...
[Article] Forget “career hacks”… Here’s the real key to career success.
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a world of ‘quick-starts’, ‘how-to-guides’, and ‘career hacks’. This article is none of those. It’s a different kind of succe...
[Article] 18 ways to transform your body immediately.
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Changing how you think is hard. Changing your environment isn’t. By training your environment, your habits follow. Here, 18 strategies from the expe...
The surprising truth about sugar.
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Worried you’re eating too much sugar? Wondering how much is safe to eat? Or whether it’s bad for you… no matter what? It’s time we took a clea...
[Article]: When the scale sucks: 7 better ways to know if your nutrition plan is working.
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How can you know if you’re making progress toward a body transformation goal? For starters, spend less time on the scale. Focus, instead, on these 7...
[Article] Meal plans usually suck. Here are 6 better ways to transform your diet.
10 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Almost every client starts out asking for a meal plan. The only problem? Meal plans usually suck. Instead of considering yet another doomed eating reg...
[Article]: How intense workouts (and overtraining) can ruin your results.
22 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In the fitness industry, everyone’s obsessed with “more”. More cardio. More squats. More gym time. More calorie restriction. But if you’re not...
[Article] Pause Button Mentality
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
“I’ll resume healthy eating after my vacation… once the baby is born… after Dad gets out of the hospital… January 1… Monday.” While this...
[Article] Will a high-protein diet harm your health?
10 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
For the full article, visit us here: http://www.precisionnutrition.com/will-a-high-protein-diet-harm-your-health
[Article] The Ketogenic Diet: Does it live up to the hype?
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you believe the buzz, ketosis — whether via the almost-zero-carb ketogenic diet or via ketone supplements— can curb appetite, enhance performan...
[Article] Eating too much? You can blame your brain.
19 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Forget willpower: Brain signals drive what, how, and when we eat. If you’re eating too much, here’s how to take back control. For the full articl...
[Article] 6 reasons eating healthy is harder than you think. (Plus strategies to make it easier)
27 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of people in health and fitness roll their eyes at the idea that eating healthy is hard. The stark reality they’re missing: For many folks, con...
[Article] 3 crucial strategies for getting loved ones to support your healthy lifestyle.
23 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Changing your eating and exercise habits is hard enough. Getting loved ones to support your healthy lifestyle changes? Prepare to grit your teeth. The...
[Article] I want to be 'That Girl'
31 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ah, That Girl. She’s got a defined waist, hair that looks styled even when it’s not, and a noticeable lack of kid throw-up on her sweater. After c...
[Article] I want to be 'That Guy'
31 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
You know “That Guy”. He’s confident, not embarrassed to take his shirt off in public, and doesn’t get winded playing with his kids. After coac...
[Article] Healthy Movement
05 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The real (and surprising) reasons healthy movement matters. For the full article, visit us here: http://www.precisionnutrition.com/healthy-movement
[Article] Jet lag: Strategies to eliminate it.
12 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody enjoys feeling disoriented, nauseated, tired, and unable to concentrate or sleep. But with a few simple precautions, you can vastly reduce your...
[Article] The 3 absolute worst health and fitness goals you must avoid
29 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to achieve your health and fitness goals, you need a powerful formula, something to organize your efforts. In this article we’ll help yo...
[Article] Stress: What’s good? What’s bad?
15 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
For years, doctors and scientists have warned us that too much stress, or the wrong kind, can harm our health. And it’s true. Yet stress can also be...
[Article]: Can eating too little actually damage your metabolism?
23 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a lot of discussion in the fitness industry about whether crash dieting can cause metabolic damage. In this article, we’ll take on this in...
[Article]: Would I be healthier if I quit drinking?
16 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In my mind, Friday = cocktails. If I quit drinking, would it mean better health and ripped abs? Or is that end-of-week Old Fashioned actually good for...
[Article] Sweet vs. regular potatoes: Which are really healthier?
09 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's an age-old debate: sweet vs. white potato. Which potatoes should you be eating for maximum health? Well, let's look to the research and crown an ...
[Article]: How to stop weekend overeating
02 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In my world, weekend overeating (and over-boozing) was ‘just what people did’. But when I let go of weekday food rules, the cycle broke. I dropped...
[Article] 5 surprising supplements you haven’t heard of
26 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
While some supplements are useless, and some may be downright dangerous, others show proven benefits to human health and performance. Surprisingly, so...
[Article] Heartburn, reflux, and GERD: How to feel better now.
19 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
What are the biggest-selling prescription medications in the United States? Statins for heart disease? Painkillers? Antidepressants? Actually, none of...
[Article]: 5 significant reasons to lose weight (Why isn't the media covering these?)
12 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Avoiding heart disease and looking ‘fab’ aren’t always great reasons to lose weight. However, here are 5 immediate and significant ways your lif...
[Article] Why clean eating is bad for you
04 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Clean eating is just the latest in a very long line of crazy ways to moralize the food we eat. Here’s how to stop the madness. For the full article...
[Article]: New Years
29 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve finally found a fitness-focused New Year’s resolution that’s worth making. And here it is, along with 10 client-proven ways to reach your o...
[Article]: Don't Eat The Christmas Cookies
22 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Before you ask for my killer healthy christmas cookies recipe, I have a confession: I’m not making low-fat, gluten-free, protein-packed, artificiall...
[Article]: 6 healthy habits you're already doing (and don't even know it)
15 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Inside you are secret weapons: skills / habits that can help you get in the best shape of your life. The best part: these are healthy habits you’re ...
[Article} What do the data really say about essential oils?
08 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Outrageous claims aside, essential oils do have actual health benefits. Here’s the real deal, including data from our very own (and very successful)...
[Article] Natural treatments for the most common medical problems
01 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering about natural treatments for high cholesterol? Blood pressure? Diabetes? Autoimmune disease? Thyroid? Lots of clients come to us after being...
[Article] That fit person who's got it together... doesn't
19 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Seem like everyone else is better, fitter and healthier than you? Like you'll never be that 'fit person'? If so, we've got some surprising news for yo...
[Article] What do the data really say about essential oils?
16 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Outrageous claims aside, essential oils do have actual health benefits. Here’s the real deal, including data from our very own (and very successful)...
[Article] How to eat right for your age
10 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Good health and a killer bod might come naturally in your 20s… but what about your 30s through to your 80s? Here’s how to eat right for your age a...
[Article] 10 tricks for maximizing nutrients.
02 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering if your nutrient intake stacks up? Check out these strategies to make sure you’re getting what you need. For the full article, visit us h...
[Article] Alkaline water: Health food or hoax?
26 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Some people believe that alkaline water helps our bodies metabolize nutrients and expel toxins more efficiently than regular tap water, leading to bet...
[Article]: Vegetarianism 2.0
20 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Becoming a vegetarian can make you healthier and leaner, but for most people the term brings to mind anemic zealots, astronomical Whole Foods bills, a...
[Article] Sitting, standing, or walking: What’s the best way to work?
11 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The evidence is clear – sitting too much is bad for our health. But solutions like ball chairs, kneeling chairs, and walking desks may only add to t...
[Article] Are GMOs Bad?
06 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
GMOs are such a hot topic nowadays. With so many people debating the pros and cons, it’s hard to know what to think. So let’s answer the question:...
[Article] Is Bulletproof Coffee all it’s cracked up to be?
29 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Bulletproof Coffee has become something of an internet sensation. People are talking about it. People are trying it. Many even claim it works wonders ...
[Article] Food is NOT fuel (and you’re not a Ferrari).
20 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I keep hearing this analogy: “Food is fuel.” You know, like gasoline. And I keep hearing: “The human body is like a high performance race car.”...
[Article] Deconstructing detoxes and juice cleanses.
15 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
After a season of holiday indulgence, cleanses and detox diets are all the rage. But do cleansing diets really help? Do you need to detox, and can it ...
[Article] Nutrition for Children
07 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
What does healthy nutrition for kids look like? In this article we discuss how childhood shapes brain development, metabolism, and overall health. And...
[Article] Be careful with Vitamin D supplements
31 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years, vitamin D supplements have been promoted as a “cure” for just about everything that ails us, from osteoporosis to obesity. And vi...
[Article] Why advanced exercise and nutrition strategies usually backfire
25 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Most people who work out and try to eat well look to graduate quickly to advanced exercise and nutrition strategies. But these usually backfire. Here’...
[Article] Why working out causes weight gain
18 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard that working out causes weight gain (instead of loss). Well, it's true. If you see ‘working out’ as an unpleasant chore, you...
[Article] Precision Nutrition Coaching Revealed
11 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
For over a decade, people have wondered exactly how Precision Nutrition gets such remarkable — and sustainable — results with clients. Today the s...
[Article] Skipping breakfast: Will it really make you fat?
04 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If there’s one piece of nutritional lore that almost everybody believes, it’s the idea that skipping breakfast will make you fat. The problem is, ...
[Interview] Austin Blood chats with Dr. Berardi
29 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this fantastic interview, author Austin Blood chats with Dr. Berardi about the psychology behind health and nutrition. Listen as Dr. Berardi clears...
[Seminar] Dr. Berardi on nutrition for injury recovery. (live)
22 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We all realize that nutrition can play a role during injury recovery. But most people don’t know how to use nutrition this way. By understanding h...
[Article]: Injuries and pain: Getting in shape even after injury.
15 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
For most guys, an injury means skipping the gym for months at a time. Sometimes, they retire their workout clothes for good. But here's the good news...
[Interview] Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner, Andrew Cairney
08 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner Andrew Cairney shares the inspiring story behind his incredible transf...
[Interview] Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner, Jill Schwartz
08 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner Jill Schwartz shares the emotional story behind her incredible transfo...
[Interview] Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner, Tim Cook
01 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner Tim Cook shares the inspirational story behind his incredible transfor...
[Interview] Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner, Lindsey Piattolyi
01 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Precision Nutrition Coaching client and $25,000 prize winner Lindsey Piattoly shares the emotional story behind her incredible tran...
[Article] The busy man’s guide to getting in shape.
30 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you're a busy guy, you can drop fat, get healthy, and get into the best shape of your life. All you need is a simplified exercise plan, a prog...
[Article] For women: Is taking care of yourself really that selfish?
30 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
You take care of your loved ones and help them with the details of their lives they would otherwise miss. But who takes care of ... you? Your answer t...
[Article] Why am I still not in shape?
23 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re active and knowledgeable about health and fitness, but still aren’t quite in the shape you think you could be, you’re probably just mi...
[Article] Nutrient Timing: Does it really matter?
16 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
For the past two decades, nutrient timing has been a hot topic in sports and exercise nutrition – seeming to answer many questions about weight loss...
[Article] Confessions from a low carb convert.
09 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been forced to change your mind? Even about something you thought was absolutely true? Well, that's what happened to Dr. Spencer Nadolsk...
[Article] Workout nutrition explained.
04 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
For most people, nutrient timing isn’t all that important. But if you’re an athlete or serious exerciser, peri-workout nutrition – or what you e...
[Article] How to do anything (even the hard stuff)
02 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Skipped your run? Ate too much again? Don’t freak out. You can get unstuck with the right roadmap. Here’s how to do anything, even the hard stuff....
[Article] Is oil pulling useful for oral health?
26 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
As people get proactive about health, oil pulling is one way they try to eliminate chemicals from their environment. For the full article, visit us h...
[Article] It won't kill you to grill
21 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Worried about grilling and cancer? Don’t let the fearmongers fool you. Check out these ingenious ways to grill for your health. For the full articl...
[Seminar] Dr. Berardi on Intermittent Fasting. (live)
19 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Intermittent fasting is becoming extremely popular and may be the next "big thing" in the nutrition world. While speculative, the proposed benefits o...
[Article] Paleo Diet
12 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Unless you’ve been living in an actual cave, you’ve probably heard all about the Paleo – or “caveman” – diet. Maybe you’ve even tried i...
[Article] Settling the great grain debate
28 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Are grains saving your life — or trying to kill you? This is the last article you’ll need to read on the subject. For the full article, visit us ...
[Article] Calorie restriction and Intermittent Fasting
28 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Is living longer a simple matter of eating less? Here we look at two increasingly popular diets and their potential effects on longevity. For the ful...
[Article] Intermittent Fasting for women
28 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Some women who try intermittent fasting experience missed periods, metabolic disturbances, and even early-onset menopause. Sure, it can work for some ...
[Article] Why we stopped recommending fish oil
28 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Fish oil is an excellent supplement proven to provide significant benefits to most people. Here’s why we changed our fish oil recommendations anyway...
[Article] Mood food: How to fight depression naturally with nutrition
28 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Can you eat your way to a better state of mind? Making certain changes to your diet might help with depression. For the full article, visit us here: ...
[Article] Defeat depression with exercise
28 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Some say exercise can defeat depression. Sure, it’s worth a try — in theory. But when you’re depressed, it can be hard to muster the motivation....
[Article] Food sensitivities and intolerances: How and why to do an elimination diet
21 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re suffering from food intolerances or sensitivities, an elimination diet could be the most profound dietary experiment you’ll ever try. ...
[Article] Fibromyalgia strategies
21 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle strategies for fibromyalgia. For the full article, visit us here: http://www.precisionnutrition.com/fibromyalgia-e...
[Article] Edible bugs and insects?
09 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Think eating bugs is gross? Think again. A new generation of chefs, farmers, sustainability experts, and adventure eaters is embracing entomophagy (in...
[Article] Barefoot running craze
08 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
For more than 40 years, people in the West have been running on built-up “squishy” shoes, hoping to prevent injury and go faster. Yet “barefoot”...
[Article] Fish oil dangerous?
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone knows that fish oil is awesome. It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, which do so many fantastic things in the body. However fish oil has come ...
[Article] Menstrual health and fitness
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a fit woman, you face losing your period when training hard or dieting to lose fat. While some think it's no problem, this couldn't be furth...
[Article] Blood sugar management: What your doctor doesn't know about glucose testing.
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Blood sugar management is important for preventing everything from hypoglycemia to full blown diabetes. However, monitoring blood glucose is rarely as...
[Interview] JB nutrition discussion w/friends
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Andrews sits down with Dr. John Berardi and Brian St. Pierre, to ask PN's experts their thoughts on what it takes to actively transform fitness, ...
[Article] Exercising when sick
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody gets sick. But it’s tough to know what to do about it; do you exercise when sick or not. Should you “sweat it out”? Or get some rest i...
[Article] Carb tolerance & genetics
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Wonder why some can eat carbs without gaining a pound, but you gain just looking at a potato? But just because you’re lacking good carbohydrate tole...
[Article] Eating when sick
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Feed a cold and starve a fever, goes the old saying. But how should you consider eating when sick? Nutrition expert Brian St. Pierre examines the evid...
[Article] Cost of getting lean
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Six-pack abs. Tight butts. Lean, vibrant, flawless health. That's the image the fitness industry is selling. But have you ever wondered what it costs ...
[Article] How to fix a broken diet
30 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We share the 3 main strategies we use to help fix clients’ “broken diets” and get them on track when it comes to eating right. For the full art...
[Article] The perfect time
26 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us wait for the "perfect time" with our health, nutrition, and fitness. But this all-or-nothing thinking - as in, If I don't do this perfectly...
[Article] Calorie control
12 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Math? To plan your dinner? Isn't there a better way? Yes there is: Just take a look at your hand. Practice calorie control without calorie counting. ...
[Article] Hacking willpower
12 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve come to think of willpower as a psychological resource that runs dry... and then you’re just SOL. Here’s the truth — and a much more hop...
[Article] What's the best diet?
11 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
I'm often asked "what's the best diet?" I'll explain why that's the wrong question to ask and offer a new question. For the full article, visit us he...