Tag: michaelreavis
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Protein: is it an obsession?
Written by Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, CSSD Protein is important, but in the modern world, is it becoming an obsession? “I need more protein; protein is the most important macro,” etc. These are sentiments that I find myself constantly addressing in my professional career. It is quite common for me to have clients who…
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Weight Loss Drugs: Are They Worth It?
Written by Michael Reavis Jr. MS, RD, LDN It has been a very interesting start to 2023 in the world of nutrition. In 2022 as RDs we saw a lot of controversy and confusion regarding supplements, new trends in diet patterns, and so much more. Yet, in 2023 we have already gone completely away from…
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Be Yourself: A Nutrition Paradox
Written by Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, LDN I want to start this blog by making one thing apparent. This is not “research-based,” I did not run a study when making this blog. The blog is completely observational from a dietitian who is passionate about food, health, helping people feel their best, and pays attention.…
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Body Composition: The Question we Forget to Ask
Written by Michael Reavis, MS, RD, LDN Body composition, by definition in the athletic world, is considered to be the percentage of fat, muscle and bone that composes your body. Many clients and athletes’ goal is to change their body composition, almost always in favor of increasing their muscle mass and decreasing body fat. In…
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Creatine for Athletes
Written by Jennifer Tanzi and Brooke Sadler | Reviewed by Emily Fultz, Dietitian What is Creatine? Creatine is a substance that is predominantly located within muscle cells. Your body has the capability to produce it through amino acids, but you can also acquire it through food. Dietary sources of creatine include red meat, chicken, pork,…
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Meal Prepping 101
Written by Michael Reavis MS, RD, LDN and Fit with Food LLC If you have ever googled how to lose weight, if you ever went to a gym, or if you ever simply mentioned wanting to make healthier choices I am sure someone mentioned that meal prepping is the key. Usually the goal of people…