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A number of studies over the last several years have reported this outcome. However, people must realize that a majority of the studies illustrating this outcome has been performed on non-human animals. Creatures like rats, mice, rabbits and monkeys were the lab “rats” in these studies. Research in humans is slightly more complicated. Imagine being […]

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Hey Femme Phorm readers! Here’s an update for all of you – I’m 32 weeks pregnant now and expecting a girl on July 22nd! I’m so excited for the new addition to our family! This has not been the most pleasant pregnancy, but all I can say is that beautiful children are miracles that worth […]

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Q: Hi Jenny! So I’ve been working out consistently for the past year, doing both cardio and lifting weights and I have noticed overall weight loss but I can’t seem to loose the excess fat around my lower abdomen, my triceps, and my thighs. Is there anything I else I can do to burn this […]

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A lot of discussion occurs with whey protein on this site and others like it regarding the muscle building or anabolic potential of whey protein. A great deal of this attention is because of the high essential amino acid content contained within the protein. In addition, whey protein, particularly high quality sources like whey protein […]

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Alas, the time of year has come where winter has passed and warm weather has taken over in most parts of the country and people are forced to dip into their closet for their spring and summer attire. This includes…GASP…the dreaded swim suit/trunks!!!! This is a welcome and exciting time for those who have developed […]

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We talk a lot about protein and amino acids, but that’s only because they are the nutrients required for recovery and additional protein growth. To stimulate growth, optimal amounts of the amino acids are a prerequisite, particularly the essential amino acids. While studies have illustrated that only the essential amino acids are needed to stimulate […]

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