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Q. In the mid ‘90s, you were one of the first in the industry to recommend using flaxseed oil in supplement stacks. Do you still advocate the use of flax?
A. I’m a big fan of fish oils since my... more
Q. In your opinion, is eating organic worth the extra money?
A. “Organic” often ranges considerably in terms of definition, greatly increased costs, etc. Reducing your intake of chemicals that make... more
Q. Who first discovered creatine? John Romano said that Steve Blechman claims to have initially brought it to market at Twinlab when he owned that company. T.C. Luoma maintains that James Bradshaw... more
Q. I hear that caffeine can really improve my training and performance. Should I be drinking a couple of cups of strong coffee before my workout then?
A. Essentially, coffee doesn’t have the same... more
Q. What’s a “proprietary blend,” and why do some supplement products have that listed on their labelling?
A. A “proprietary blend” listed on a supplement bottle can be there for one of two reasons:
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Q. I don’t have the cash for protein powder, creatine, glutamine, or other supplements—I can barely afford my gym membership! What do you suggest?
A. Milk is nature’s original MRP. Despite all the... more