Professor Michael Ormsbee

When we want to determine if a food will cause us to gain weight, we often look at the calorie count. How effective is this practice, though? Professor Ormsbee investigates. […]

Some people take “calories in, calories out” too literally, believing they must go on a starvation diet to lose weight and look good. Professor Ormsbee explains why this is counterproductive. […]

Not all calories are created equal. Does this mean we should ditch calorie counting? Not yet. Professor Ormsbee explains. […]

In addition to creatine, another supplement that may help with muscle mass and performance is called beta-alanine. It has been shown to improve performance and exercise capacity as well as to permit greater intensity and volume of exercise training. Professor Ormsbee explains. […]

In addition to weight loss supplements, supplements thought to increase muscle mass have also become popular in recent years. Professor Ormsbee examines creatine or creatine monohydrate, one the most popular supplements ever produced and the most thoroughly researched of any supplement. […]

In addition to coffee, another supplement with a potential fat loss effect is green tea. Both green tea and green tea extracts have become increasingly popular in American culture over the past decade. Professor Ormsbee investigates the research into its fat-burning effects. […]

Does deciphering the label on your favorite nutritional pill or powder feel like trying to learn a foreign language? Professor Ormsbee discusses what dietary supplements are and how to read their labels, known as the Supplement Facts label. […]

Many of you have heard the advice “whole foods first” when it comes to your diet and the famous Hippocrates quote, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” This is solid advice, but is it ever necessary to supplement our diets? Professor Ormsbee explores this question. […]

Those who struggle with their weight might avoid eating before bed, thinking that it will cause more weight gain. According to Professor Ormsbee, though, eating the right kind of snack might actually lead to improved body composition. […]