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From Beer Tents to Breakthroughs: Brody’s Iowa State Fair Transformation
For many Iowans, the State Fair is a highlight of the summer—a place where traditions meet indulgence. Food on a stick. Beer tents and...
Michael Beiter
Aug 195 min read
Your Brain on a (Phone) Vacation
Ever wonder what really happens to your brain when you take a break from your phone? Scroll through social media and you’ll find plenty...
Michael Beiter
Aug 133 min read


Kaylen’s 8-Year Journey: Strength, Simplicity, and the Long Game
In 2017, Kaylen Henry was in the middle of training for powerlifting. She loved chasing strength numbers, but there was a nagging feeling...
Michael Beiter
Aug 125 min read
Is Stress Sabotaging Your Healthy Eating?
If you’ve ever felt like stress hijacks your best intentions, you’re not alone.We all know fruits and vegetables can lower our risk of...
Michael Beiter
Jul 312 min read
Should You Worry About Nitrates and Nitrites?
You’ve probably noticed more packaged meats advertising “Now Nitrite-Free!” But why does this matter? And what’s the difference between...
Michael Beiter
Jul 162 min read
How Exercise Improves Fat Quality
Most people set out to exercise because they want to lose fat. Maybe that’s why you’re here, reading this right now. I understand—fat...
Michael Beiter
Jul 123 min read
🥣 Why Protein at Breakfast Might Be More Important Than You Think
June 4, 2025 – Research Review Protein is the darling of the nutrition world for good reason. Whether you're chasing gains in the gym,...
Michael Beiter
Jun 42 min read


Michael Beiter
May 300 min read
Carbs vs. Fat: Which Helps You Build More Muscle?
A new study compares energy surpluses from peanuts vs. carbs—so, which packs on more lean mass? If you’ve ever tried to gain muscle,...
Michael Beiter
May 282 min read
Milkshakes, Shame, and Your Heart
Many of us still sort foods into rigid categories: good vs. bad, clean vs. dirty, healthy vs. junk. But this moral labeling of food can...
Michael Beiter
May 152 min read
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