Scott A McKay

What is Alpha Lipolic Acid?

Basically alpha lipolic acid is an antioxidant. Antioxidants are essential to fight free radicals which damage body cells and make the body susceptible to infections. Alpha lipolic acid, together with acetyl l carnitine, forms a very powerful source of antioxidants. While the human body generates alpha lipolic acid, it can also be supplemented by foods such as yeast, spinach, broccoli, beef and much more. It can also be taken... (posted by Scott A 3 years 195 days ago.)

Taurine in Energy Drinks is an Amino Acid Anchor for Energy

Taurine in energy drinks brings up a question among nutrition experts of whether or not Taurine is harmful or beneficial. Taurine is an amino acid (or at least referred to as such) that has free reign in the bloodstream as well as all other body tissues. The mere mention of "amino acid" categorizes it as part of the body's structural proteins but in this case it is not true. It is, however, one... (posted by Scott A 3 years 207 days ago.)

Spring Water Bottled vs Tap Water

Spring water bottled has become an unbelievably trendy concept and a multibillion dollar a year industry. We have to ask ourselves if we ever imagined, 25 years ago, paying for what was virtually free? Amazing! What is even more amazing is the marketing campaign that has led us to believe that tap water is hazardous to our health and spring water in a bottle is the only safe alternative. Just to give you an idea of how... (posted by Scott A 3 years 218 days ago.)