The popular Good Housekeeping magazine recognized FOCUSAID as the best energy drink for focus on the market. Good Housekeeping is an American women's magazine featuring articles about women's interests, product testing by The Good Housekeeping Institute, recipes, diet, and health, as well as literary articles. It is well known for the "Good Housekeeping Seal", the official seal of approval for all products and services that they recommend. Good Housekeeping was founded in 1885 by American publisher and poet Clark W. Bryan and has since upheld its reputation for providing women with top-tier insights in each publication.
In its first print issue, Bryan wrote that the brand's mission would be “about equal proportions of public duty and private interest." That still rings true today — with more than 1,200 editions under their belts, two decades of sharing daily tips and news online, and 137 years of testing behind every product they recommend.
In the 2022 article, 8 Best Energy Drinks of 2022, According to Registered Dietitians, they wrote:
“This refreshing pick comes complete with a dose of energizing B vitamins. The boost of 100 mg of natural caffeine comes from green tea and yerba mate. The certified gluten-free option is certified vegan, too, and low in calories. Free from sucralose, this popular pick uses organic agave nectar and organic stevia leaf extract for the perfect amount of sweetness.”
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The popular Good Housekeeping magazine recognized FOCUSAID as the best energy drink for focus on the market. Good Housekeeping is an American women’s magazine featuring articles about women’s interests, product testing by The Good Housekeeping Institute, recipes, diet, and health, as well as literary articles. It is well known for the “Good Housekeeping Seal”, the […]
One of the worst things for you nutritionally that exists on the market is ironically sold under the pretext of being healthy. This awful little product is known collectively as “energy drinks” and while not everyone on the market is horrible for you, you better know exactly what is in them before you crack one open.
Many of these drinks rely on wild antics and marketing to sell their products to impressionable youth as if these are some sort of drug. In reality, many of these are just dangerous due to the high amount of sketchy ingredients that are included in them. If the ingredients list on your energy drink looks like a CVS receipt, then I can guarantee you there are things in that drink that can have terrible long term effects.
One of the worst culprits is the sheer amount of sugar placed in some of these drinks that can only be described as obnoxious. Many of these energy drinks have well above 50g of sugar which is about the same as 14 teaspoons. Sugar creates 100% artificial energy that is merely transient as it slowly destroys your insulin sensitivity and packs on the pounds. The only situation that might be acceptable is if you are in the middle of a marathon, not sitting behind your desk or living a normal daily lifestyle.
Another dangerous combination is the extremely large amounts of not just caffeine, but caffeine combined with numerous other stimulating ingredients, especially in large quantities. To be clear, caffeine is a proven ergogenic aid IF taken properly. For one, this doesn’t mean copious amounts just to get through the day. While taking large amounts may improve sports performance, you do not need to take 300-500mg (or more) in a single dose on a casual basis. If you need this amount of caffeine just to “function”, there is a problem and energy drinks are only making it worse. Still, oftentimes these drinks will include caffeine, ginseng, guarana, and ginko biloba all in one drink! This is not real energy as you are drinking stimulants which will inevitably cause a dependence.
A lot of these energy drinks on the market are LOADED with one of the biggest killers of your gut biome. That’s sucralose. This artificial sweetener has several side effects and dangers. The side effects may include: increase in weight gain, diabetes, increase your risk of irritable bowel syndrome and crohn's disease, and can lead to a leaky gut. Also, sucralose can increase inflammation within your body
Therefore, when looking a healthy energy drink, consider the following guidelines;
- Know why you’re drinking it. There’s a big difference between sitting at your desk and getting ready to complete a heavy training session. There’s also a big difference between being too tired to get through the day and just wanting a little extra focus to optimize performance or studying.
- You don’t need 50+ grams of sugar. The only situation where this might be somewhat reasonable is if you’re getting ready to compete in a marathon. Even then, there are better forms of carbs for energy.
- Find a drink with an appropriate amount of active ingredients.
- Look for a drink that uses nootropics or caffeine sources such as yerba mate or green tea.
- Simply grab yourself a FITAID ENERGY!
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One of the worst things for you nutritionally that exists on the market is ironically sold under the pretext of being healthy. This awful little product is known collectively as “energy drinks” and while not everyone on the market is horrible for you, you better know exactly what is in them before you crack one […]
Managing Stress, Finding ReliefStress. Good or bad? Check out this podcast from San Diego health to learn more about how to make stress a healthy part of your life and avoid the negative consequences that come from living a life encumbered by stress. |
How to be Better at StressWhat if you could be better at stress? Managing it, perceiving it, and working past it? This article from the New York Times explains exactly how to do just that. With everything from advice on eating, to exercising for stress reduction, this is well worth the read. |
"Remember that stress doesn’t come from what's going on in your life. It comes from your thoughts about what’s going on in your life."- Andrew Bernstein |
Make Your Stress Work for YouRyan Kehr, writer for the Harvard Business Review, gives us a great article on making stress work for you. Stress is an excellent motivator when we know how to use it without getting overwhelmed. Starting with our perception of stress, learn how to redefine the word for yourself and get more done! |
Cleaning Your Mental Mess Scientifically by Dr. Caroline LeafEver feel overwhelmed by your own personal mental mess? Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf breaks down scientific concepts about stress and turns them into simple hacks that will help you build a healthy mindset and attack every day with confidence. |
Managing Stress, Finding Relief Stress. Good or bad? Check out this podcast from San Diego health to learn more about how to make stress a healthy part of your life and avoid the negative consequences that come from living a life encumbered by stress. Listen now… How to be Better at Stress What if you […]
FITAID Athlete Kevon Looney Wins 3rd NBA Championships
In Game 6 of the 2022 NBA Finals The Golden State Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics 103-90 in Boston, MA to bring home their 4th title in 8 years. Among that group was our FITAID athlete, Kevon Looney, who has been an essential part of this Warriors dynasty. In game 6, Kevon played 22 minutes, pulled down 7 rebounds, and made several key defensive plays to secure the victory. After the game, Kevon a few words for “Dub Nation”:
“What up Dub Nation, 3 time champ now. I couldn’t have done it without the support of the bay. I love y'all, y'all have been here from the start with me through all the ups and downs. Man, go Dub Nation, we’re back on top of the world! Go Dubs!”
The most impressive stat that Kevon Looney posted this year was that he played in EVERY SINGLE game this past season. Totaling 104 games, Kevon did not miss a single game during the season or during the playoffs. During an era where a lot of players are taking nights off for rest and “game management,” Kevon proved why he is one of the Iron-men in the NBA. When it comes to being counted on and giving his best for his team, Kevon is on the top of that list.
With ring number 3 being added to his trophy case and only being 26 years old, Kevon definitely plans for ring number 3 to not be his last! The Warriors will be planning their Championship parade soon so be sure to bring out those Kevon Looney jerseys and show our guy some love!
FITAID Athlete Kevon Looney Wins 3rd NBA Championships In Game 6 of the 2022 NBA Finals The Golden State Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics 103-90 in Boston, MA to bring home their 4th title in 8 years. Among that group was our FITAID athlete, Kevon Looney, who has been an essential part of this Warriors […]
Why Practicing Yoga Benefits Your Health and Well Being
Yoga is more than just physical poses and meditation. It is a way of living that significantly changes your perception of life and improves your overall well being. It includes stretching and is a fun workout that involves spiritual practices such as meditation, prayer, and chants. As a result, anyone who practices yoga experiences numerous physical and mental, and health benefits. It is also known to deeply connect your chakras (centers of strength).
While the word ‘yoga’ comes from the root word ‘yuj,’ which means ‘to bind,’ it has numerous meanings associated with it. In any of these, the underlying meaning remains ‘connection.’ This suggests practicing any type of yoga helps create a connection between your body, mind, and spirit.
Yoga practice offers many physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages. It can help you stay fit, boost immunity, recover from illnesses, relieve stress, and improve sleep, among other benefits. Let’s discuss some of these in detail:
Yoga for Better Health
Overall, well being comprises physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life. Yoga is one thing that can help you stay fit in all 4 of these ways. It can reduce stress levels, boost physical energy and endurance, raise your spirits and maintain a healthy emotional balance. Let’s see some of the most common benefits of yoga.
1. Relieves Stress
A study reveals that stress is the second most cited reason that people choose to practice yoga. It can effectively reduce your stress levels and symptoms of psychological disorders like anxiety and depression. Yoga, especially asana, is a great way of dealing with stressful situations and moods.
It is not only the breathing exercises and meditation that promote a calm and positive mood. In fact, the physical aspect of yoga can significantly relieve mental tension and stress. On the other hand, yoga can also help with physical stress to induce stamina and increased energy levels. For instance, it can reduce walking and evening time cortisol levels and lower heart rate.
2. Improves Cardiovascular Health
One review by the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine reveals that practicing yoga can reduce heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure in hypertensive patients. This suggests that yoga can be beneficial for heart health.
According to another experimental study, patients with heart failure experienced improved heart health after practicing yoga for 8 weeks. Yoga comprises physical activity, meditation, and breathing exercises, so it should be no surprise that people practice yoga to improve their cardiovascular health. Yoga can increase the rate of blood flow to provide more oxygen to the peripheral system, relaxing blood vessels. This suggests that it is quite beneficial for heart failure risk, stroke capacity, and arterial pressure.
3. Combats Sleeplessness
Sleeplessness or insomnia can affect a person’s ability to fall asleep, along with the ability to stay asleep for a suitable amount of time. Many people in the US and around the world are unable to fall asleep and get an adequate amount of rest. As a result, it can lead to unproductiveness, exhaustion, and increased risk of psychological disorders.
Research suggests that practicing yoga before bedtime can significantly improve sleep cycles. It does this by relieving both physical and mental tension and stress to prepare the body for a restful night. Consistent bedtime yoga relieves body aches and mental stress and gets you in the right mindset to fall and stay asleep.
Yoga has numerous benefits for your emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical health. The above-mentioned are the top 3 reasons that most people gravitate towards yoga. It can relieve mental and physical stress, improve cardiovascular health and help you sleep better.
Why Practicing Yoga Benefits Your Health and Well Being Yoga is more than just physical poses and meditation. It is a way of living that significantly changes your perception of life and improves your overall well being. It includes stretching and is a fun workout that involves spiritual practices such as meditation, prayer, and chants. […]
FITAID FUELED GRANITE GAMES
Over the weekend of June 3rd-5th, athletes from across the world made their way to Eagan, Minnesota to compete in an epic outdoor showdown. With spots on the line to qualify for CrossFit Games, athletes were sure to bring their “A” game. Our very own Kelsey Kiel competed on Team CrossFit OBA and placed second among all teams, finishing with 550 points. She also crushed it with a 200# snatch to help her team secure a spot in the CrossFit Games. So mark your calendars, clear your schedules for August 3rd-7th, and make your way to Madison, Wisconsin to support Kelsey and Team CrossFit OBA.
At Granite Games, Events Team rockstar Ashlee Knotts held it down for FITAID! Over the weekend, this semi final event saw on average 1,500 people per day. Ashlee and her team sampled out three pallets of product and made sure athletes and spectators were fueled up with FITAID ENERGY. Anthony Davis stopped by the booth for some FITAID and went on to break the record on the barbell complex with a weight of 355#.
Check out all the FITAID fans cracking open ice cold cans this past weekend below!
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FITAID FUELED GRANITE GAMES Over the weekend of June 3rd-5th, athletes from across the world made their way to Eagan, Minnesota to compete in an epic outdoor showdown. With spots on the line to qualify for CrossFit Games, athletes were sure to bring their “A” game. Our very own Kelsey Kiel competed on Team CrossFit […]
"We don’t make mistakes, just happy little accidents."
- Bob Ross
Learning the Art of Making Mistakes
What if making mistakes was an art form? This article breaks down the art of making mistakes, from being willing to fail to using our errs as foundations for learning. Author Maggie Wooll explains that “it can be challenging to maintain a positive outlook, especially when we get caught up in the torrent of daily life”, but tough days actually work to fine tune us into the best version of ourselves.
Experiencing Life Fully I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mike Bledsoe to talk about a variety of topics, including one of the lowest points in my life, hitting bankruptcy. We discuss how instead of letting that defeat me, it propelled me to the creation of LIFEAID and gave me a new perspective on […]
Men’s Journal Best Summer Stuff 2022: FITAID ENERGY!
Saying FITAID ENERGY is a hit, would be an understatement. FITAID ENERGY has knocked the socks of the competition! Our friends over at Men’s Journal would have to agree as well! In their June/July Issue, which hit the shelves 6/10, FITAID ENERGY was included in their “Best Summer Stuff 2022” section of “What We’re Drinking.”
What we’re drinking: FITAID ENERGY: FITAID ENERGY + Sports Recovery. The performance energy drink for athletes boosted with 200mg of clean caffeine from green tea. Available in 4 electric flavors, it’s naturally sweetened with no sucralose, no aspartame, and no compromises. fitaidenergy.com/mj | @FITAID
If you haven’t tried FITAID ENERGY, we do not know what you are waiting for! With the official start of Summer around the corner, make sure you load up on all 4 electric flavors of FITAID ENERGY! Whether you will be spending this summer on the beach, barbecuing with the family, or crushing it in the weight room, a can of FITAID ENERGY should not be too far. Head over to www.lifeaidbevco.com/blends and get those fridges stocked with the best energy beverage on the market. Also, be sure to pick up the newest edition of Men’s Journal 6/10. Check out the hard copy anywhere near you that sells magazines or you can access the digital issue of the magazine via the App Store or Apple News.
Men’s Journal Best Summer Stuff 2022: FITAID ENERGY! Saying FITAID ENERGY is a hit, would be an understatement. FITAID ENERGY has knocked the socks of the competition! Our friends over at Men’s Journal would have to agree as well! In their June/July Issue, which hit the shelves 6/10, FITAID ENERGY was included in their “Best […]
50 Years of Title IX
50 years ago this month, June 23rd to be exact, Title IX was signed into law by President Richard Nixon. Back then, I do not believe people understand how big of an impact this Civil Rights Act would have not only on education, but in athletics.
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination based on sex or gender in any educational institution that receives federal funding. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 states, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Over the years, Title IX has grown to protect women not just in education and sports but against sexual harassment. Although it does operate to prohibit and provide guidance on dealing with sexual harassment, that does not define the essence of Title IX. Title IX is, and always will be, an equity law, and like other equity laws, Title IX should be employed in any forum in which it is needed. Title IX should be utilized to its full potential and not limited merely because of its narrow application in the past. Fortunately, we are seeing its scope broaden to meet current needs. For example, today’s Title IX is applicable in cases concerning gender identity and sexual orientation, making it an essential tool as we encounter unlawful discrimination and harassment of our LGBTQ+ community members.
Over the past 50 years, Title IX has transformed women’s sports for the better. In 1972, there were just over 300,000 women and girls playing college and high school sports in the United States. Female athletes received 2% of college athletic budgets, while athletic scholarships for females were basically nonexistent. Today, over 3 million girls are participating in high school sports and over 200,000 are participating in collegiate athletics. Also, today 1 in every 5 girls are participating in female athletics in the United States as opposed to 1 in 27 before Title IX in 1972.
Title IX has progressed female athletics, education, and safety. However, there is still a long way to go. So continue to support female sports and continue to be an advocate for all female athletes around the world! Are you a female athlete? We want to feature YOU! Tag us on Instagram @FITAID
50 Years of Title IX 50 years ago this month, June 23rd to be exact, Title IX was signed into law by President Richard Nixon. Back then, I do not believe people understand how big of an impact this Civil Rights Act would have not only on education, but in athletics. Title IX is […]
Glucosamine: What is it and What are the Benefits?
Glucosamine is a natural substance in the human body. It is found in cartilage whose function is to cushion the major joints during regular movement. It has gained popularity as a supplement thanks to a wealth of scientific evidence that supports a number of health benefits.
What is glucosamine?
Glucosamine is a natural substance found mostly in cartilage. Cartilage is a tough tissue that provides a cushion for the joints.
When glucosamine is taken as a supplement, it is not human but is made in a laboratory or harvested from the shells of shellfish. There are various types, the most common of which are glucosamine sulfate and glucosamine hydrochloride.
Benefits of glucosamine?
Glucosamine is claimed to
- Reduce joint pain
- Reduce inflammation
- Aid bone health
- Tackle glaucoma
The most common use of glucosamine is for osteoarthritis. Much scientific evidence supports its use as a supplement and is also prescribed as medication in the EU. Supplements that combine glucosamine and chondroitin are an excellent alternative for people who do not tolerate NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
Glucosamine helps create the fats and protein to repair cartilage when it’s damaged. Remember, damage doesn’t mean physical injury. Cartilage can suffer from overwork, stress, and trauma in the same way as muscles. Aiding the repair function is how the supplement helps to reduce inflammation.
There is evidence that glucosamine supports healthy bone growth by slowing down the weakening of bones that occurs during aging, particularly post-menopause in females.
It is thought that among the antioxidant effects of glucosamine are benefits to the blood vessels in the eye and can improve conditions like glaucoma.
Who should take glucosamine?
Glucosamine can be used by anyone who suffers from any of the conditions outlined above. For sufferers of arthritis, it can reduce inflammation and the associated pain and thereby enable better movement.
It is also useful to athletes. It can aid and speed up the general repair and recovery process after working out or a competition. It is not, however, a medical treatment for specific injuries such as a torn articular cartilage. Medical advice should be sought in this instance although glucosamine may well then be prescribed.
How to take glucosamine?
Glucosamine is not in any foodstuffs so can only be taken as a supplement. It is available in tablet, capsule, powder, or liquid form. It is commonly combined with chondroitin.
LIFEAID’s FITAID beverages are an easy way to get a measured dose of glucosamine along with CoQ10. Available in various flavors, check out the whole lineup here.
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Glucosamine: What is it and What are the Benefits? Glucosamine is a natural substance in the human body. It is found in cartilage whose function is to cushion the major joints during regular movement. It has gained popularity as a supplement thanks to a wealth of scientific evidence that supports a number of health benefits. […]