Author: Andrew Custard

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. Nearly 99% of it is stored in the bones, where it not only serves to formulate bone structure but functions as a bank which deposits calcium into the body fluids at the very slightest indication that blood calcium levels have dropped. It not only builds bone and teeth, but maintains bone density and strength. Once bone is built it is not static; minerals of the bone are in constant flux, reforming and dismantling. The other one percent travels in the fluids that bathe and fill our cells. It’s a minute amount, but here is what it does To be protected…

If you’re a veteran bodybuilder or or a beginner it is pretty sure that you’ve heard about the supplements Creatine and Glutamine. I’m sure you’ve also heard many people say to take it before your workouts, after your workouts, on an empty stomach, before bed, when you get up? Everyone is so quick to give advise yet many of these people do not know what these two incredible supplements do? Creatine was discovered in the late 1800’s but was it wasn’t until the 1980’s that sports nutritionists discovered how useful this supplement was in building muscle. Creatine is a naturally occurring substance found in…

This vitamin is well known to all. Its name, ascorbic acid, means no scurvy acid, stemming from the discovery that citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and limes prevented death from scurvy during the long ocean voyages in which stores of fruits and vegetables were depleted well before the journey’s end. Vitamin C is water-soluble, and is thereby susceptible to leaching out of food during the cooking process. Less time in cooking and using less water will assist in preserving the vitamin content of the food. One must also be mindful to keep containers closed tightly when storing vitamin C products, such as orange juice, in the refrigerator.…

If you don’t eat the right kinds of foods, and consume the right amount of calories, you won’t be able to perform as you normally would. This is not only dangerous and unhealthy, but it’s also frustrating because you won’t be performing at your optimum level. Just like you put fuel in your car in order to take you from point A to point B, you need to consume enough calories, from good healthy foods, in order to boost your energy and enable your body to perform at the highest levels. World class champions and your favorite sports stars know all…

All good muscle building diets should consist of the three macro-nutrients: There are many different views as to how much of each one you should consume. For the average Joe it is recommended obtaining about 50% of your calories from carbs, 25% from protein and 25% from fats. However I would adjust these figures for a muscle building diet. I would recommend getting about 45% of your daily calories from carbs, 40% from protein and 15% from fats. Your diet should also consist of the micro-nutrients element of nutrition. That is Vitamins and Minerals Having said that how many calories…

Muscle Building Supplements are not an absolute must for bodybuilders, but can be used alongside a well-balanced diet to show off all that hard work in the gym. If you feel like you want to supplement your diet then the following guide should help find the right supplement for you. At tpxmuscle.com we only recommend substances approved by the International Natural bodybuilding Association (INBA). Protein Powder Looking for a quality protein powder is not hard as there are so many. Points to look for are the levels of protein and the levels of the BCAA’s leucine, isoleucine and valine. Taste…

Loss of appetite, clinically known as anorexia, means a reduced desire to eat. Anorexia can be confirmed if there is a weight loss of at least 25 per cent of the original body weight or the weight is 25 per cent below what is normal for the age and height. Mostly seen in the elderly, it can affect people of any age group. Loss of appetite may not be serious as such but can lead to complications if the underlying condition is not promptly diagnosed and treated, as anorexia can be a manifestation of several serious clinical conditions. Anorexia can be a symptom of: Psychological conditions:…

What is protein? Protein is one of three macronutrients needed and used by the body. These are Protein, Carbohydrates and Fats. Basically proteins are a series of Amino Acids linked in a chain. There are 22 amino acids and the body needs all of them in order to function correctly. The amino acids contain Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen and Nitrogen, combining in different structures to form different types of protein. The positive Nitrogen balance created by consumption of protein is essential for muscle building. The 22 amino acids are made up of 8 essential and 14 non-essential.* Non-essential amino acids occur…

Diet and Nutrition Program By making changes to your diet you will begin to see and feel a number of improvements to your body and to your life. You will feel you have more energy, you will lose weight, your skin will become healthier and many other health benefits inside your body that can easily be ignored if not immediately visible. Any successful diet and nutrition program is made up of many different components. The following are just some of the basic things you should include in your diet and nutrition program. Books and Software In order to change the…