Coming Clean This post is by Rupina Meer. Many of you are still looking to follow through on your New Year’s resolutions to start out with a clean slate and a clean belly. But how? Detoxification is a natural part of our body’s daily functions. As living organisms, we are constantly taking in fresh forms [...]

Rhodiola is a type of plant that has become increasingly popular as a dietary supplement, used to naturally increase energy levels.   It’s been used as a folk remedy in many countries for centuries, and has in recent years become available for purchase almost anywhere that supplements, vitamins, and medication are sold.   WHAT DOES IT [...]

Artificial sweeteners have become a popular solution for many people looking to cut calories and sugar from their diets, without sacrificing the flavor of sweet foods and beverages they enjoy.   But there’s also a lot of suspicion about the health effects of consuming artificial sweeteners, especially over a long-term period.   What’s the truth?  [...]

Here’s a true story that happened to me recently.  I was doing some grocery shopping and decided to treat myself to an individual pizza for “one”. I found a nice-looking one in the freezer, and pulled it out to check its nutritional content.  Sure enough, the calories, sodium, and fat were all reasonable, so I [...]

We got a lot of great feedback on our first fast food strategies post, so we wanted to do a more in depth look at fast food strategies. If you like a post and want more on the same topic, SHARE it and leave a comment about what you liked about it. Let’s face it–very [...]

It’s common knowledge that protein is one of the more essential nutrients you need. It’s used by the body to create and/or repair almost all kinds of tissue. It’s especially valuable for people who are attempting to build muscle. But how much do you really need? RECOMMENDED DAILY INTAKE Let’s say you’re not an unusually [...]

It’s not a surprise that the average American doesn’t drink enough water each day. With such a wide array of conveniently available flavored beverages to choose from–fruit juices, coffee drinks, sodas, and many more–many people just don’t make room for their daily allotment of water, because they’ve already drank their fill of other things. And [...]

Do you ever get nauseous during a workout? Do you ever get light-headed in the middle of performing an exercise? Ever feel the need to take a heavy-duty nap right after you workout? The problem might be simple—you aren’t giving your body enough fuel to last the duration of your workout session. Luckily, the solution [...]

This is my list of great vegetarian recipes for simple weight loss plans. Dieting is not easy for most people so let’s make this diet easy for you. Choose one recipe from each of the Meal Categories (ie: Breakfast, snacks, lunches and dinners) and implement it into your meal plan. You should have 5-6 meals [...]

High protein diets are ever-so-popular in our culture. It’s not just a trend, however. Eating foods high in lean proteins and low in carbohydrates has been proven to help dieters to lose weight and shed body fat. However, not all protein sources will give you the best results. This is is a list I’ve compiled [...]

Not all fast food joints offer only unhealthy meal options. Take a look at the following places we at Next Level Fitness enjoy eating without sacrificing our nutrition. Chipotle: Create your own Chicken Bowl with black beans, chicken (double up on chicken if you are feeling extra hungry, but it is an extra cost), pico [...]

Protein is an important part of your body and helps to build as well as repair tissue. It is a so called ‘macronutrient’ meaning your body needs a larger amount than some other nutrients. When looking for a meal replacement or a protein rich snack to supplement your workout, what is better, a bar or [...]