Are Sports Supplements Really Needed?

Do we really need supplements for working out? And if so, how do we know which ones, how much, or what brand? First, it helps to understand that everything that happens in our bodies, from the beating of our hearts to the growth of a fingernail, happens through a series of complicated metabolic reactions that…

Fat burners: What are they? Do you need them? What are the side effects?

What are they? Some fat-burning pills and capsules claim to mimic the effects of ephedrine, boost the metabolism and enhance fat loss, without harmful side effects. The most popular ingredients include citrus aurantium (synephrine or bitter orange extract), green tea extract and forskolin (a herb). What do they do? Citrus aurantium is related to ephedrine…