Oprah Wulong Tea From Taiwan

By Berry Fei

Wulong Tea is not only clear and fragrant as green tea, but also refreshing and has the body of black tea. Traditionally, like many good Chinese teas, Wulong Tea is grown at altitude, typically between one and three thousand metres above sea level. Luckily China abounds with mountains so finding suitable habitats for the tea plants (Camellia sinensis) to grow for the production of Wulong Tea is not a problem.

Depending upon the length of fermentation, oolong teas can be closer to green teas in terms of color and flavor, or closer to black teas. Beginners in Oolong Wulong Tea should be careful as even though flavor is only mild to medium, the tea could be very strong. Oolong Wulong Tea is half-fermented and thus is relatively thick in flavor. It is hand-fired in pans to completely halt this process while preserving the fresh, open meadow aroma and flavor within the dried leaf.

Oprah Wulong Tea is being touted for its health benefits, namely its effects in helping with weight loss. The Wulong Tea as seen on Oprah activates the enzyme in the body that is responsible for dissolving triglycerides, so it stands to reason that regular consumption of oolong can be helpful in weight management by enhancing the function of fat metabolism.

Green Wulong Tea grows in the virgin land of Southern China, rich in Wulong's unique refreshing aroma, and can have 4 to 6 serving. Green tea is the variety which keeps the original color of the tea leaves without fermentation during processing.

Oolong Wulong Tea is being touted for its health benefits, namely its effects in helping with weight loss. Oolong Wulong Tea activates the enzyme in the body that is responsible for dissolving triglycerides, so it stands to reason that regular consumption of oolong can be helpful in weight management by enhancing the function of fat metabolism.

Taiwan Wulong Tea is considered to be the finest Wulong in the world. Wulong Tea from Taiwan is grown from the Camellia Sinensis plant. One of the first steps in processing Taiwan oolong tea is to toss the leaves in large bamboo baskets. Oolong tea grown in Taiwan is almost always consumed by the Taiwanese and very little finds its way to the tea export market.

Taiwan Wulong/Oolong is considered to be the finest oolong in the world. Wulong/Oolong tea from Taiwan is grown from the Camellia Sinensis plant. One of the first steps in processing Taiwan oolong tea is to toss the leaves in large bamboo baskets. Wulong/Oolong tea grown in Taiwan is almost always consumed by the Taiwanese and very little finds its way to the tea export market. Depending upon the length of fermentation, oolong teas can be closer to green teas in terms of color and flavor, or closer to black teas. Beginners in Wulong/Oolong Tea should be careful as even though flavor is only mild to medium, the tea could be very strong. Oolong tea is half-fermented and thus is relatively thick in flavor. It is hand-fired in pans to completely halt this process while preserving the fresh, open meadow aroma and flavor within the dried leaf.

Oolong Wulong Tea is most commonly enjoyed in Taiwan and southern China and the tea of choice in many Chinese restaurants. Oolong Wulong Tea is mainly produced in China and Taiwan, but other countries like Vietnam and Sri Lanka also produce a small amount of Oolong Wulong Tea. Taiwan is an island located off the southeast coast of China and is where the best Oolong Wulong Teas come from. Try a variety of Oolong Wulong Tea and find out the difference for yourself as well as your own personal preference...and loose weight while doing your research! - 17274

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Body Building Workout Routines, Back Training

By Ricardo d Argence

Increasing muscle mass and functional strength constitute the two main motivations for adopting a bodybuilding program. Building abdominal muscles, specifically the muscles of the upper, middle and lower back is the key to both of these.

The primary stabilizing muscles of your body are in your back, these are the easiest muscles to injure while lifting weights. Your back consists of the spine, the ribs, the scapula and the ligaments that string them all together, like parts of a mobile or kinetic motion structure.

Injuries to the back are almost always compression or rotation injuries, they're damage to the soft tissue that lets your back move. Good weight lifting practices and muscle group isolation are the key to avoid back injuries, many of which won't show up for years after you've done them to yourself.

There are some muscle groups that you need to work on slowly in the back. They are your traps, lats and deltoids. Sure, your back will be ripped by overworking it, though, you should concentrate more on your everyday look than having a muscular back.

The trapezius muscles are the ones that form the bulk of your back. In Traps, the fundamental exercise is the shrug where you lift the dumbbells in both hands, shrug and hold then release.

Another movement that helps the traps a bit (but mostly works on your deltoids) is a straight-arm lift. Hold a dumbbell in your hand with your elbow at your side, and your forearm out level with the map. Extend your arm until it's at shoulder height, in one fluid motion, and look down your arm at the dumbbell, like you're sitting on a pistol range. Then bring it down slowly. This will work on your deltoids and the yoke of muscle linking your shoulders.

When you do any kind of exercise to build up a muscle you should always start out slow and build your way up to more and more resistance. If you start to fast and do to much at once, you can end up hurting yourself before you even get started. This is better than a straight pull up because it isolates the muscle thoroughly.

Building definition, and most importantly, strength, in the lower back requires shoulder arches. Hold a light dumb-bell over the back of your neck and lay down on your front. With your hands clasped, arch your back, lift, and hold for a count of three, then lower slowly. Do these sparingly; it's very easy to overdo them.

It is very important to remember to stretch before exercising. By stretching you will help your body and your muscles maintain flexibility, along with stretching it is very beneficial to also do some cardio exercises as well. - 17274

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What Can You Get From Strength Training

By Ivan Girevoy

Strength training is an important element of fitness and exercise. If you are trying to lose weight then it is essential that you incorporate some muscle building activities into your training. Losing weight is about burning calories. It is about burning fat and one way to do that is to build your muscles. Basically the more muscle you develop the more energy you burn, resulting in greater weight loss success.

Strength training does not have to be a daily grind. There are many classes or exercise programs you can follow that will help with building your muscles. Most gyms have classes like total body fitness or group power lifting. Typically these types of classes use many types of weight training equipment including barbells, hand weights,resistance bands and my favorite....Kettlebells. The typical class lasts for about an hour.

Over all it seems to be women seem to enjoy these types of strength training classes more than men. Men typically enjoy working out the muscle groups by adding bulk. Strength training classes help to shape and tone your muscles into lean mass without the bulk. In addition, since the instructor pushes you along during the class at a very rapid pace, there is a bit of cardiovascular benefit as well. If your goal is to have both strength training as well as muscle endurance, then you should consider a "cross fit" type class that can focus on both of those areas. Keep in mind that those types of classes not only build strength...but they melt away the love handles much faster.

Lets say you do not care for classes there are many exercises that you can do from home using just simple hand weights will do just fine, and there are many strength exercises that require no equipment like the simple pushup. Find a DVD to follow along to help you with your exercise. A good program to follow will help keep you on track, motivated and more likely to do the exercises correctly without injuring yourself.

Many people go to the gym to lift weights. Typical regimens include alternating days of upper body work with lower body work. For example, on Monday and Thursday you might work your upper body, while on Tuesday and Friday you might work your lower body. This gives the muscles time to repair and grow between workouts. The days off are critical in the time your body needs for muscle recovery. During this recovery period is when your muscle structure develops and grows...its your body's way of saying "Hey I need to be read for the next time that physical event happens. - 17274

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Tips for Beginning Your Bodybuilding Career

By Eric W. Bricker

First and foremost you will need to keep in mind that your body is about to undergo more stress than it is accustomed to experiencing. The very first thing you must consider is that you must meet the increased demands on the body with increased nutrition by switching to a diet of six daily meals.

Staying hydrated will also be vitally important to your health and your body's ability to keep up, so be sure to drink at least 3 to 4 quarts of water daily.

Tip #1: Check your Gym

Many of us tend to be lazy at this point and simply choose the gym that is either closest or cheapest. This can be a career killing mistake as long term success will depend in large part on choosing a gym that can provide us with a great trainer and all of the needed facilities. I can not stress enough the importance of finding a gym with a trainer who can motivate you based on your individual personality. Your membership dues will be your largest financial investment by far, so do not cut any corners when researching your investment.

Tip #2: Figure Out a Routine

Now that you have your new gym membership with a trainer who understands your goals, you will need to workout your long term workout plans with them. Take the trainer's advice. After all, that's what you are paying for. Also be sure to educate yourself by reading up on the types of exercise needed to obtain the results you want.

Tip #3: Watch Your Diet

Bodybuilding nutrition is a tightrope walk. On the one hand you want to eat much more than before in order to quickly put on more muscle mass. On the other hand you want to avoid getting fat. Luckily there are supplements available that allow you to eat more to fuel your muscles while simultaneously burning fat faster than before.

Making sure your body is getting all the necessary vitamins and protein is also vital to your health and success. Shop around for a supplement that can meet all these needs. - 17274

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Acai Berry Select Losing Weight

By Louise Spade

Many weight loss products are out in the market right now. These seems to be giving people with wait loss issues some hope that they would lose those pounds they have been trying to lose for sometime. However, people also need to beware about some of the negative effects that weight loss products could do to their body. It is always important that before anyone takes on any of these products, they review all the positive and negative effects of using such.

A wonderful product from acai palm trees found in many parts of Central and South America is becoming very popular right now as a weight loss and health supplement. The acai berries, a fruit, is not new to many people. In fact, it has been used in cooking and as a medicinal fruit in countries like Brazil, Peru and Belize. They are often used in recipes for cake, yogurt and many other kinds of desert.

Just recently, the weight loss properties and health benefits of the acai berries have been brought to the world when many companies started marketing the product as a dietary supplement. While it has only been sold as a fresh or dried fruit before, it now comes in juice, powder and tablet forms for easier handling and distribution. This is done so the many benefits of the acai tree could be brought to everyone around the globe.

The purpose of the acai berry doesn't end in its weight loss effects. Studies about the fruit revealed that I is also good for human's cardiovascular, immune and digestive systems. Many claims that it can provide increased in energy, healthier and young looking skin and improved sleep. There are also many vitamins and minerals in this product that is good for our health.

Detoxification is also one of the magnificent effects of the acai berries. When one regularly takes the the berries, the stomach wall is cleansed because of its high fiber contents. The body could more properly absorb nutrients when the toxins out of our system.

Our heart also benefits a lot from the acai berries. There are presence of omega vitamins in this fruit that lowers the blood cholesterol and helps improve the blood flow. It also has anti-oxidants that are said to be good for our bodies aging process.

With the countless benefits that acai berries provide to our health, many people deemed it as the SUPER FOOD. Many health professionals are not endorsing this product not only for weight loss but also for overall health. In fact, many TV shows and magazines featured the acai berries.

In the various forms that acai berries are now available, some chemical preservatives are added to improve its shelf life. If you rather have it in it's purest, most organic form, you can also buy them as fresh or dried fruit. This is one of the best options available for those who are looking to find a dietary supplement. Not only help them with weight management but would also be good for their overall health condition.

Just remember that anyone with pre-existing conditions, pregnant or have any health concerns must consult with their physicians first before taking the product. It is currently sold everywhere in the world in health stores or you can also order it through the Internet. - 17274

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Ten Steps to Prevent Bruising, Step 2 - The Other Primary Bruising Cause!

By Carolyn Cooper

When you are trying to determine how you are going to reduce bruising so often, you should learn why you bruise and how the your body's changes will affect you. Generally, you have noticed that easy bruising is occurring much more frequently as you get older. You are not just noticing more bruises because of heightened awareness, because you really are experiencing them more often.

The bruising that you are now seeing so often is a condition that can affect a large variety of people after they reach a certain age, and even though bruising easily might be caused by serious medical condition, there is an excellent chance that the reasons for your easy bruising are based on your skin's ability to react to changes as you grow older. For most people, the skin's loss of collagen due to aging causes it to be less resilient and show less toughness compared to how it used to be when you were younger. There are also some other factors that affect the skin that will decrease the skin's ability to protect you.

Remember that your skin's main purpose is to protect your body. Not only does your skin protect you from disease, you will also find that your skin helps cushion your body against contusions. Adding to the skins loss of collagen, your skin may have thinned because of a lifetime of exposure to the sun. Not only has the skin thinned, but the tiny blood vessels located just beneath the skin called capillaries may have thinner walls as a result of age and reduced blood pressure.

Consider how many times that you simply bump into things. Working around a lot of counters, you can lightly bump your hip as you go around a corner, or you might just simply hit the edge of a door on your lower arm. Even minor impacts like this, which doesn't really hurt you, can cause bruising.

Remember too, that your body doesn't shake off injuries as rapidly as it once did. You no doubt remember how quickly you were able to recover from illnesses and injuries when you were younger. Your metabolism has slowed down and along with this slowdown is the loss in your ability to heal quickly.

When you combine the fact that your skin and capillary walls are thinner with the fact that you are no longer capable of healing yourself as quickly as you were once were, you are likely going to see an increase in bruising across the board.

This is the second of the two major common causes of easy bruising that you might be facing, so its time to consider about how this condition will affect you and what actions that you need to take to help alleviate the condition. Certainly you should consider adding a daily supplement program like Bruises Be Banned to help overcome your easy bruising and help you reduce bruising or prevent bruising altogether. - 17274

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Whey Protein Powder is a Clean Alternative to Protein

By Nathaniel Millsby PHD

Out of the many protein sources out there, whey protein is the ultimate. It comes from milk. During the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is separated out. Protein can be found in a variety of foods -mainly meats, such as fish, beef, and chicken.

Dairy products as well as eggs, cottage cheese, soy and vegetable protein also contain good amounts of protein. Nevertheless, none of these sources compares in quality or ease of use like whey protein. Whey protein has the highest value in providing branched-chain amino acids, which result in building and retaining muscle tissue.

Research has shown that ingesting protein powder every day can boost immune system health, facilitate the healing of wounds after surgery or injury, and promote healthy skin - in addition to fostering muscle strength and development.

A human body needs daily protein because that is what muscles and tissues are built from, and there is no place where the body can store extra protein. The need for adequate protein in the human body is second only to the need for water.

Putting that protein right before bedtime, even after your dinner but before bedtime, you can actually minimize how much muscle breakdown you have during the night. You can use protein powder as a way to increase the protein at your breakfast.

A lot of people struggle with getting enough protein at their breakfast. Stir that protein powder into your milk, pour that over your cereal, perfect. Stir it into your oatmeal.

Protein powders can also be a combination of one or more ingredients.

By being a direct precursor to building muscle and essential amino acids.

Protein powder is designed to be taken everyday as a dietary supplement. Even if you aren't a bodybuilder, starting your day with a protein powder shake can provide nutritional benefits. While many nutritionists advise consuming protein throughout the day, a healthy boost of protein first thing in the morning can stabilize your blood sugar levels throughout the rest of the day. - 17274

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Buzzing About The Acai Berry Diet

By Dana Hawkes

One of the latest diets that have recently hit the diet circuit is the Acai berry diet, which is pronounced as ah-sigh-ee. The Acai berry diet is popular because the Acai berry, a unique berry from the Amazon rainforest has higher antioxidant content than pomegranates, blueberries, and every other fruit or vegetable under the sun.

Here is the buzz about the Acai berry diet: The Acai berry diet is being touted as the newest super food by many people, and it is bringing numerous uses to its users in all areas of health and wellness. The Acai Berry, about the shape and diameter of the grape, has only lately started to be noticed and used by consumers outside of the Amazon, even though it has been used by the peoples of South America for hundreds of years.

The Acai berry reviews are good, as people have reported experiencing an increase in their levels of energy, improvements in stamina, better overall sleeping patterns and so much more. One of the most popular benefits of the Acai berry super food is the Acai berry diet is capable of creating healthy and natural weight loss.

So how will incorporating the Acai berry diet into your life produce healthy and natural weight loss? The berry's natural content includes amino acids, fiber, fatty acids and antioxidants which combine together in order to increase your metabolism so that you can burn calories and fat much more effectively.

As with anything that has a relation to weight loss, pairing the Acai berry diet with a regular program for exercise is the best way to make sure that Acai berries work for you. You want to change your entire lifestyle for the best. If you add a healthy Acai berry diet with everyday exercise, then you will have the greatest benefit. Talk with your physician and start on a healthy diet plan today with the Acai berry diet. - 17274

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What Are The Health Benefits Of Fresh Juice?

By Max Tain

Any fresh juice has a profound purifying effect on our body. Fruit and vegetable juices contain many amino acids, minerals, salts, enzymes and vitamins; you just have to consume them immediately after preparation. These natural drinks are necessary as a supplement, even if you don't follow a special diet.

Fresh juices regenerate the body, boosting the metabolism. They can be used to replace a diet based on solid food. By consuming natural juices on a regular basis, your body will become cleaner and healthier.

By consuming fresh juice, your body weight will get lower. It's important to choose those that contain fewer sugars. However, these drinks will make miracles for your appearance, as most toxins are eliminated by the antioxidants found in fresh juice. You can consume them every day, although it's not necessary. It matters to make a habit from drinking these natural juices.

Doctors say that fresh juice is a natural tonic that provides a safe and healthy digestion, while accelerating the healing of infections and ulcers. Fresh juices have achieved excellent results in cases of anemia, constipation and arthritis. These amazing drinks enhance the natural healing ability of the body, providing optimum nutrition. However, people who suffer from diabetes should avoid natural juices, because most of them are rich in sugar. It is important to note that experts recommend fresh juices, prepared at home and not those processed in factories, which contain many preservatives.

Tomato juice is rich in ascorbic acid, vitamin C, carotene, iron and potassium. This juice stimulates the digestive secretions, which is why it is consumes before meals as an appetizer. Tomato juice is a refreshing drink, with specific indications in anemia and convalescence.

It's indicated to drink fresh juice immediately after exercising. Your energy will increase and the body fluid will be restored.

A very good juice, which contains many active substances, is the carrot juice. Carrot juice is delicious, being appreciated by people of all ages. It is rich in vitamins A, B1, C, K and minerals: Ca, Fe, Mg, K and carotene. Vitamin A is very important when it comes about healing eye diseases.

Another nutritious and full of vitamins drink is the celery juice. It is a good diuretic, helping you to have a better digestion, by stimulating bile secretion.

Fruit juices are even more appreciated due to their special flavor. Orange juice is rich in vitamin C, helping you to fight against flu and fatigue. Besides its pleasant taste and nutrients, orange juice helps you to cure anemia and to get rid of toxins.

Apple juice is one of the best natural remedies, being a tonic of the nervous system. This drink cleans the blood and acts favorably in case of hypertension, reducing the level of cholesterol.

Grape juice has a powerful antioxidant and detoxifying effect. It also contains calcium, iron, and phosphorus. - 17274

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Back Pain Risks

By Dr. Jason Fowler

Can there be risk factors for back pain? And, if there are, what can I do to keep myself healthy and well? Your chiropractor can help answer these questions and more.

One primary risk factor relates to exercise. Everyone has heard, "if you don't use it, you lose it". If you're not exercising regularly, your back muscles are deconditioned and much more susceptible to injury - the strains and sprains we are accustomed to calling "back pain".

Muscles will get stronger when they're required to do work. Also exercise helps "train" the soft tissues around a joint - the ligaments and tendons - these supporting structures "learn" how to withstand mechanical stresses and loads without becoming injured. Basically, when you exercise - when you do any kind of exercise - your body gets "smarter" and you're less likely to get those annoying back problems.1

A related risk factor is weak abdominal muscles. When you were a kid, at some point one of your gym teachers probably told you to "suck in your stomach". Actually, it turns out that was pretty good advice. Your abdominal muscles support the muscles of your lower back. If your abdominals are weak or if you're not using them - letting them hang out and droop instead of keeping them activated - your body weight has to be held up by the muscles of your lower back. They're not designed to do that - they're designed to move your spine around. And eventually, these lower back muscles will give way under the excess strain. The result is a very painful lower back injury.

There are many easy-to-do exercises for your abdominal muscles. The key is to actually do them - and do them after you're finished doing the rest of whatever exercises you have scheduled for that day. How often? Three times a week is plenty. Abdominal routines are quick - no more than 10 minutes. And, remember to use your abdominal muscles throughout the day. Imagine your abdominals are being pulled in and lifted up. This is not a "tightening" - your thought should be "activate". Your body will know what to do, once you've started adding consistent abdominal training to your exercise routine.

Risk factors for back pain may also be found in your personal and family medical history.2,3 During your initial visit your chiropractor will ask you about accidents and surgeries you have experienced, and discuss any important elements in your family history. For example, surgery to remove an inflamed galllbladder or appendix or to repair a hernia may result in weakened abdominal muscles. A motor vehicle accident or a fall from a height may have caused injuries that healed with soft tissue scarring.

Learning about potential risk factors and taking appropriate action will help ensure a stronger, more flexible, and healthier lower back.

1Jones MA, et al. Recurrent non-specific low-back pain in adolescents- the role of exercise. Ergonomics 50(10):1680-1688, 2007 2Cherniack M, et al. Clinical and psychological correlates of lumbar motion abnormalities in low back disorders. Spine J 1)4):290-298, 2001 3Plouvier S, et al. Biomechanical strains and low back disorders. Occup Environ Med 2007 (in press) - 17274

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Total Health and Wellness Is Found in a Berry

By Dr. Jerimiah Crossderd

The acai fruit is a tasteful, fresh, organic fruit that comes with a wealth of antioxidants. In order to prevent damage to the body as well as slow the aging process, antioxidants are needed as part of a regular diet.

The process of the body's cells using oxygen produces by-products (also known as free radicals) that can do damage to our body. Antioxidants prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. By ensuring your body is full of antioxidants, you can protect yourself from this damage.

The breaking down of the body's DNA and causes of cancer have been linked to Free radicals. They can wreak havoc on the body when left unchecked. The damage can be so severe to the cells that at times free radicals are responsible for them not working at all.

Free radicals have been the factors behind various types of neurological problems to hormonal damage. Acai fruit has been found when taken on a regular basis to contain enough antioxidants to fight off these dangerous by-products.

Antioxidants have shown for years that they are the optimal way to maintain, repair, and strengthen the body from free radicals.

A book entitled the Perricone Promise was written by Dr. Perricone who is generally regarded as the person responsible for introducing the fruit to the mainstream audience. In this book he describes the acai berry as being the most perfect food known on the planet today.

Dr. Perricone also states in his book that this food is number one when it comes to foods with essential ingredients to look and feel younger. He also states that the acai berry has the ingredients needed to revitalize your health as well as slowing the aging process.

The acai berry is categorized as a super food that gives you all of the nutrients needed when eradicating, preventing, and fighting harmful radicals. This fruit is defiantly worth researching if your goal is improving your overall health and well being

So, if you are looking for a diet that will provide energetic health, a reduction in aging, and a free radical fighter then look no further than the acai fruit berry. - 17274

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Bodybuilding Nutrition - Choosing the Best Protein Powder

By Richard K. Love

A low carbohydrates and high protein diet increases the muscle gains of a bodybuilder. It is important for professional bodybuilders to follow a sound nutrition program to help their bodies recover from intensive workouts and competition. Choosing a high quality protein powder is therefore essential to the success of any serious bodybuilder.

Protein powders come in different varieties. Calcium caseinate, whey protein, rice protein, and soy protein are the most common types of protein powders available in the market. The choice of which protein powder to take will depend on the nutritional program, training, preferences and even allergies of an individual. Ask yourselves the following question in order to determine which type of protein powder will suit your needs:

1. Is the protein powder available in a ready-to-drink format? Many nutrition supplement companies make protein powders that can be consumed as a shake after adding water or juice, or in a ready-to-drink formula that can be consumed on the go. The ready-to-drink option can be valuable for those who lead very busy lifestyles and do not have the means to make a shake at home or at the office.

2. What amino acids are included in the protein powder? You have to be aware of what type and how much amino acids are included in the protein powder's formula. Amino acids promote muscle growth but different protein powders have varying amounts of them. According to John Hansen, author of the book "Natural Bodybuilding", whey protein contains the most important amino acids for muscle repair and is ideally consumed after a training session.

3. What flavors do you prefer? Protein powders often come in a variety of flavors. The most common flavors are chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and other tropical fruit flavors. These flavors enhance the taste of the drink which allows for a greater enjoyment and variety in a diet. Try out several brands and flavors first before buying protein powder in bulk.

4. Is the formula a snack drink or meal replacement? Protein powders are either meant to be as a snack drink or as a meal in itself. Snack drinks are great for those looking to supplement their low-calorie diet. A meal replacement formula requires you to make significant change in your diet as it contains more carbohydrates and calories compared to the snack form.

5. How can the formula be used? Protein powders are generally formulated to dissolve in water and consumed as a drink. There are others that can be made into a shake or be mixed with soups. If it is your first time using protein powders, try out different brands and buy in small quantities first to ensure that you'll be able to stick with your diet for a long period. - 17274

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