Food is fuel for the body and for exercise. Eating both before and after a workout can help the body perform better, but the right meal and timing vary depending on a person’s fitness and health goals ...

Fueling your body before and after a workout can make or break your performance, whether chasing a personal best or trying to stay injury-free. What and when you eat matter as much as how hard you ...

If you listen to some self-proclaimed exercise experts on social media, they swear that working out on an empty stomach burns more fat. But it’s a common misconception that exercising in a fasted ...

One minute I’m enjoying the dinner I’ve been looking forward to all day, the next I’m so tired I can barely move from the sofa. Crashing after eating is common – a 2024 study showed that up to 30% of ...

Walking after eating may feel like the last thing you want to do, but if weight loss is your goal, studies show that short strolls straight after meals could help you hit it. Back in 2011, the ...

Eating carbohydrates and protein before working out helps provide energy for high-intensity exercise and endurance training. Fasted workouts can help some people avoid digestive discomfort and may ...

Weight fluctuation happens daily, week to week, or month to month. Learn about causes and when to see a healthcare provider about weight changes.

Lindsey DeSoto, RD, is a nutrition writer, medical reviewer, and registered dietitian who helps clients improve their diet for health-related reasons. Her writing covers a variety of topics, including ...