Should I use Creatine within my Flexible Dieting Plan?!

I have been getting more and more interested in researching various supplements and creatine has been on the top of my list.  If you're not using creatine within your flexible dieting plan, then you may be missing out of the added benefits for a healthier lifestyle and gains within the gym!  Our bodies are wonderful …

Truths About Coffee & Caffeine – Who Doesn’t Like Coffee in Their Flexible Dieting?!

Ever since balancing a busy lifestyle of five jobs and trying to achieve my ultimate goal of becoming my own boss one day, coffee and caffeine has been my best friend throughout this whole process!  Who doesn't like coffee?  Let's be real people!  Coffee and caffeine have it's perks and downfalls but recent research shows …

Why is Leucine so Important?

As mentioned in my previous posts (here and here), there are 20 amino acids (AAs) the body utilizes.  Nine (9) of those are the essential AAs while the other 11 are the non-essential AAs.  Among the essential AAs, leucine tops the charts and has been the most researched branched-chain AAs (BCAAs) out there.  It has …

Can Glycemic Index Impact Fat Loss through the Flexible Dieting Approach?

Glycemic index (GI) - do we really need to pay attention to this in our diet plan?  Some research that I found says there is no long-term effects to fat loss while others say there are some positive effects. However, when it comes down to our flexible dieting program, it's all about balance control which …

What do I do for my Flexible Diet While on Vacation?

VACATION!  VACATION! VACATION!  This is one of my favorite times of the year!  Although I don't count my macros all the time 24-7/365, I still manage to develop a sense of "feel" while I'm on vacation eating fantastic, yummy food!  Can flexible dieting still work while on vacation you ask?!  MOST DEFINITELY!  Here's how I …