May 9, 2024
At Fluid Health and Fitness, we often discuss macronutrients like proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, which are crucial for energy and growth. However, micronutrients—vitamins and minerals—are equally essential, though they are needed in smaller quantities. These...
May 26, 2021
Energy out Resting Metabolic Rate, Activity Factor, Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis: How does it add up? What is a resting metabolic rate? Term that is often used interchangeably with Resting Energy Expenditure, and it is the largest component of your...
May 26, 2021
Physical activity can have as much or as little an effect on your daily energy expenditure as you decide. Get active without overtraining! Current Physical Activity Recommendations No matter what your weight or performance goal is, physical activity is a key...
May 26, 2021
Fats Statement: “Don’t Fear Fat – Fat is an important part of the diet” Facets of Fats Fats are good! Fats are bad! Fats are good! What to do! Just like carbohydrates, there has been a lot of conflicting information circulating around fats in the last decade. It is...
May 26, 2021
Hydration Statement: “Don’t Get Thirsty – The importance of staying hydrated” Hydration Status: Did you know that by the time you feel thirsty you are already slightly dehydrated? Unfortunately, the mechanism by which the body detects thirst and dehydration is slow...
