Dr. Michael Torres
Sports Nutrition Researcher
Exercise physiologist and nutrition researcher specializing in performance nutrition, body composition, and metabolic health.
About Dr. Michael Torres
Dr. Michael Torres is an exercise physiologist and nutrition researcher who bridges the gap between sports science and everyday health. His work focuses on how nutrition affects physical performance, body composition, and metabolic health — not just for athletes, but for anyone who wants more energy and a healthier body.
Background
Michael grew up in Miami in a Cuban-American family of athletes — his father coached high school football and his mother was a competitive swimmer. He earned his PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Florida, where he studied protein metabolism and recovery nutrition. He's consulted for collegiate athletic programs and corporate wellness initiatives.
Areas of Expertise
- Protein timing and muscle protein synthesis
- Pre- and post-workout nutrition
- Metabolic health and insulin sensitivity
- Weight management science and evidence-based supplementation
"Your body is a machine. I'm here to help you understand what fuel it runs best on."
Articles by Dr. Michael Torres
Nutrition for Better Sleep: The Science-Backed Foods That Help You Rest
Struggling to fall asleep? Discover how specific foods like kiwi, tart cherries, and almonds can naturally improve your sleep quality. Learn the science behind sleep-promoting nutrients and get practical, no-stress bedtime snack ideas.
The Evidence-Based Guide to Supplements: What Works and What Wastes Your Money
Navigate the confusing supplement aisle with confidence. Learn why creatine, vitamin D, and magnesium are worth your money, why detox teas aren't, and how to get these essential nutrients from real food.
The Ultimate Guide to Running Nutrition: Fueling Before, During, and After
Overwhelmed by running nutrition? Discover evidence-based, practical ways to fuel your miles, avoid hitting the wall, and optimize your recovery without the diet culture noise.
How Much Protein Do You Really Need? A Science-Based Guide for Real Life
Confused about how much protein to eat? Cut through the noise with this science-backed guide. Learn exactly how much protein you need based on your goals, weight, and activity level, plus easy ways to hit your target every day.
How Much Protein Do You Really Need? A Science-Based Guide
Confused by conflicting protein advice? Discover the science-backed sweet spot for your body weight, activity level, and goals, plus practical meal ideas to help you effortlessly hit your target.
The Science of Hydration: How Much Water You Actually Need
Struggling to drink eight glasses of water a day? Science says you might not have to. Learn how to calculate your unique hydration needs, spot hidden signs of dehydration, and eat your water with hydrating foods.
The Science of Hydration: Beyond the 8-Glass Myth
Confused by conflicting hydration advice? Discover the science of true hydration, personalized water formulas, the crucial role of electrolytes, and delicious hydrating meals you can enjoy today.
The Science of Weight Loss: What Actually Works Long-Term
Ditch the fad diets and food guilt. Discover the evidence-based science of sustainable weight loss, from the power of protein to metabolic adaptation, with practical habits you can start today.
The Science of Sustainable Weight Loss: What Actually Works Long-Term
Tired of yo-yo dieting? Discover the science behind sustainable weight loss. Learn how to manage a caloric deficit, boost metabolism with protein, and build lifelong habits without giving up the foods you love.
Carbs Are Not the Enemy: A Balanced Look at Carbohydrate Nutrition
Confused by the low-carb craze? Discover why carbohydrates are essential for energy, mood, and gut health. Learn the difference between complex and simple carbs, and get practical tips to enjoy them without guilt.
Why Carbs Are Not the Enemy: A Science-Backed Guide to Carbohydrate Nutrition
Confused by conflicting diet advice? Discover why carbs aren't the enemy. This science-backed guide explains complex vs. simple carbs, the power of fiber, and how to enjoy carbohydrate-rich foods for better energy and lasting health.
How to Break Through a Weight Loss Plateau: Science-Backed Strategies That Actually Work
Hit a weight loss wall? Plateaus are a normal biological response, not a failure. Discover science-backed strategies like diet breaks, NEAT adjustments, and nutrient-dense food swaps to gently restart your progress.
How to Break Through a Weight Loss Plateau: Science-Backed Strategies
Hit a weight loss wall? Discover the science behind metabolic adaptation and learn actionable, evidence-based strategies like diet breaks and NEAT adjustments to restart your progress without extreme dieting.
The Beginner's Guide to Tracking Macros Without Obsessing
Learn how to track macros casually using the hand-portion method and the 80/20 rule. Discover a science-backed, flexible approach to nutrition that prioritizes your relationship with food without the stress of calorie-counting apps.
The Beginner's Guide to Tracking Macros Without Obsessing
Discover how to balance your diet using the hand-portion method and the 80/20 rule. Learn to track macros casually for better health and energy without the stress of food scales or calorie-counting apps.
What to Eat Before a Workout: A Science-Backed Guide to Fueling Your Fitness
Confused about what to eat before you exercise? Discover science-backed, practical tips on the best foods, timing, and macros to fuel your strength, cardio, and HIIT workouts.
Pre-Workout Nutrition: What to Eat Before Exercise for Best Results
Overwhelmed by conflicting pre-workout nutrition advice? Discover science-backed, practical tips on timing, macros, and specific foods to fuel your strength, cardio, and HIIT sessions so you can perform and feel your best.
The Hidden Link Between Sleep Quality and Nutrition (And How to Optimize Both)
Struggling with cravings? Your sleep might be to blame. Discover the science behind how rest impacts your appetite, and learn practical, evidence-based food swaps to improve both your nutrition and your nightly slumber.
The Two-Way Street of Sleep and Nutrition: How to Eat for Better Rest
Discover how poor sleep hijacks your hunger hormones and drives cravings. Learn the science-backed foods that support deep, restful sleep and practical meal swaps you can use today to break the cycle.
Omega-3 vs Omega-6: The Fat Ratio That Affects Everything
Confused by fats? Managing inflammation, protecting your heart, and boosting brain health largely comes down to your omega-3 to omega-6 ratio. Learn how to balance your dietary fats with simple, stress-free food swaps and delicious meal ideas.
Omega-3 vs Omega-6: Why This Fat Ratio Affects Everything (And How to Fix It)
Confused by fats? It's not just about eating 'good' fats, but balancing your omega-3 and omega-6 ratio. Discover how this invisible tug-of-war impacts inflammation, heart health, and brain function, plus simple food swaps to fix it.
How to Build Muscle While Losing Fat: The Evidence-Backed Body Recomposition Guide
Think you have to choose between losing fat and gaining muscle? Science says otherwise. Discover the evidence-based body recomposition approach to building strength and shedding fat simultaneously without extreme diets.
Post-Workout Recovery Nutrition: The 2-Hour Window That Matters
Confused about post-workout nutrition? Discover the science-backed guide to the 2-hour recovery window. Learn exactly how to use real foods to replenish energy, repair muscle, and hydrate effectively without the stress.
Eating for Energy: A Practical Nutrition Plan for People Who Are Always Tired
Tired of feeling exhausted by 3 PM? Discover a science-backed, practical nutrition plan to stabilize your blood sugar, boost your energy, and beat fatigue without restrictive diets. Learn exactly what to eat to feel vibrant all day long.
Metabolic Health: The True MVP of Well-Being (And Why the Scale Doesn't Matter)
Discover why blood sugar, insulin, and inflammation matter far more than the number on the scale, and learn practical, science-backed ways to eat for optimal metabolic health regardless of your body size.