If you're trying to build muscle on a meatless diet, soybeans should be one of your closest friends. These are some of the most nutrient-dense legumes you can eat, and they pack a potent punch of ...

Spinach, as well as other cruciferous vegetables, are rich in anti-inflammatory nutrients, such as calcium, potassium, ...

Getting more protein in your diet than the RDA helps build muscle effectively. You can combine protein intake with resistance training to maximize muscle gains. Try eating foods like chicken, fish, ...

Okay, so you’ve been hitting the gym, lifting weights, grinding through your sets, and maybe even chugging that post-workout protein shake like it’s a magic potion. But here’s the real talk—if your ...

Getting lean isn’t just about eating less—it’s about eating smart. Whether you’re trimming body fat or building definition, the key is to fuel your body with the right foods that support muscle growth ...

A well-rounded diet is essential when trying to gain muscle. It helps ensure you get the nutrients your body needs, enhances muscle building, and supports post-workout recovery. Protein is the most ...

Protein can help build muscle, improve insulin sensitivity and help manage blood sugar. Some high-protein foods have been unfairly categorized as off-limits for diabetes. Dietitians say many of these ...

A new study shows that ultra-processed foods can sneak fat into your thigh muscles, potentially raising your risk of knee osteoarthritis—even if you’re eating the same number of calories and staying ...

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Axial T1-weighted bilateral thigh MR images and magnified frames providing a closer look at the areas in lateral aspects of quadriceps femoris muscles (knee extensors) from two obese, female ...

Graduate student Žan Zupančič, left, health and kinesiology professor Nicholas Burd and their colleagues found that processing high-protein whole foods may alter the foods’ muscle-building potential ...