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People are snowshoeing through the forest. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Getty Images A snowy day is no excuse for staying indoors and skipping a workout. Strap on a pair of snowshoes and hike the trails. Snowshoeing is a challenging workout that burns up to 600 calories per hour, according to Snowsports Industries America, or SIA. Advertisement Breakdown of Calorie Burn As with any activity, the intensity at which you work and your body size determine your actual calorie burn....

A peanut butter and honey sandwich can be a delicious twist on a childhood favorite. Image Credit: a-lesa/iStock/GettyImages Chances are, you don’t need an excuse to enjoy a filling peanut butter and honey sandwich, but it’s still good to know that this favorite comes with some nutritional benefits. Advertisement Beginning with fiber and protein and including a variety of heart-healthy fats and vitamin E, a peanut butter sandwich is a nutrient-dense choice....

Nachos consist of chips and cheese, but can contain other optional ingredients. Nachos consist of corn tortilla chips topped with cheese, then broiled until the cheese melts. This simple Mexican-style snack food tickles your taste buds with both the creaminess of the warm, melted cheese and the crunch of the crispy chips. You can also add jalapeños to kick up the spiciness. This basic nacho snack can be relatively high in calories, fat and sodium, but by choosing ingredients carefully, you can make healthier versions....

A woman is munching on a chocolate bar. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases states that many people have small pouches of the large intestine that bulge outward through weak spots in the colon. Multiple pouches are called diverticula. Having diverticula is called diverticulosis. About 10 percent of the United States population older than 40 has diverticulosis. When these pouches become inflamed, the condition is referred to as diverticulitis....

A plate of sliced tangerines on a wooden table. Image Credit: igorr1/iStock/Getty Images Most cases of upset stomach result from infection, food poisoning, overeating or motion sickness. Although the symptoms typically pass within one to three days, you may wonder how you can speed your recovery by choosing appropriate foods. Although mandarin oranges are high in vitamins and low in fat, cholesterol or sodium, they are not a good choice if you have an upset stomach....

Gentle exercise, such as walking, can be beneficial following a coccyx fracture. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages A coccyx fracture, also called a broken tailbone, occurs when the bottom tip of the spinal column breaks. The spinal vertebrae normally protect the spinal cord, which ends at a level above the coccyx, meaning that this fracture won’t likely cause nerve damage — but it can still be extremely painful. Advertisement A fractured coccyx causes pain and swelling in the area and is typically managed with self-care activities, rather than surgical intervention, according to the University of North Carolina Wilmington....

Image Credit: Photo by Alex Tihonov/Moment/GettyImages Plastic surgeons can let out a sigh of relief -- it's not possible to gain weight just in your breasts. The only way to physically change their shape is through augmentation surgery. You gain weight proportionally all over your body according to your body shape, not just in one area. Although breasts are made up of a lot of fatty tissue that expands when you get heavier, your breasts are not the only place that increases in size when you eat a surplus of calories....

A pinched nerve or inflamed tendon can cause outer thigh pain. Image Credit: Maridav/iStock/Getty Images When your outer thigh hurts as you stand after running and after sitting, you may have one of two common conditions. Iliotibial band syndrome is the irritation and inflammation of a large tendon in your thigh. Meralgia paresthetica is a pinched nerve in the thigh. Both can be caused by the overuse of your legs during running....

Are you obsessed with getting healthier? Do you want to be? Image Credit: Courtesy of Beachbody If you could completely transform your body in 80 days, would you do it? Advertisement With more than 200,000 people sweating it out daily, more than 550,000 followers on Facebook and countless success stories, 80 Day Obsession is the latest buzz in the at-home fitness industry. And if you're not part of this massive movement, you might be wondering what it is that these people know that the rest of us don't....

Sliced red cabbage on a cutting board. Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Although cabbage is a healthful low-calorie vegetable, many people have come to associate it with weight loss because of the popular “cabbage soup diet.” Creative marketing has led people to believe that cabbage actually burns body fat. No foods, including cabbage, actually burn body fat. While this may come as a disappointment for dieters, cabbage is still a healthful addition to any weight loss diet....

Pain in the upper abdomen may be a symptom of gastritis. Image Credit: Tharakorn/iStock/GettyImages Your doctor may have told you that you have gastritis, a condition involving inflammation of the stomach lining. Most treatment options involve medications or vitamin supplements, depending on the type of gastritis at hand, but could non-medical options — like exercise — also affect outcomes? Advertisement Gastritis Symptoms Among the symptoms that may afflict people with gastritis, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) highlights pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen, nausea, vomiting, a loss of appetite, weight loss and a premature or unusual sensation of feeling full during or after a meal....

Fat tissue has less water than muscle tissue. Image Credit: Jordan Beal / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages It’s no secret that the human body is full of water. In fact, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) says the amount is close to 60 percent. With so much water in our system, you might be wondering what parts of the body have the most amount, and more specifically, the water content of fat. Advertisement Tip When it comes to water content and body mass, fat tissue has less water than muscle tissue....

Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911. Add simple foods like mashed potatoes to your post--colonoscopy diet. Image Credit: Jacobo Zanella/Moment Open/GettyImages Image Credit: Jacobo Zanella/Moment Open/GettyImages Most colonoscopies are done to screen for colorectal cancer. Some, though, are diagnostic, per the American Gastroenterological Association. That means they’re done to try to find a reason for unexplained symptoms like bleeding or weight loss....

Look for wheat bran cereal without any added sugar. Image Credit: Diana Taliun/iStock/GettyImages If you’re looking for an easy strategy to help you lose weight, replacing your usual cereal with a high-fiber type such as wheat bran flakes may be it. Adding more dietary fiber can help people lose weight. Advertisement However, having bran cereal for breakfast doesn't mean it's OK to eat chips and candy bars the rest of the day, because a healthy diet works best for weight loss....

Staying well hydrated when you're fasting may help prevent painful muscle cramps. Image Credit: Alter_photo/iStock/GettyImages Eating restrictions can sometimes put a strain on your body, which is why you may experience muscle pains or body aches during fasting. Advertisement A lack of water and certain nutrients may be behind your discomfort. Other factors — like your exercise routine — can also contribute to cramping while fasting. Video of the Day Here's a breakdown of the possible causes of fasting body aches, plus how to treat or prevent the cramps....

Up to 80 percent of people with uteruses will develop fibroids by the time they reach menopause. Image Credit: Maskot/Maskot/GettyImages In This Article Causes Types and Symptoms Fertility Treatments While visiting my fiancé's family this summer, I excused myself to the bathroom, only to be met by unexpected vaginal bleeding. My period wasn't due for another two weeks, and though there was a possibility I could be pregnant, I thought it was very unlikely....

Lentils offer many health benefits and are a good plant-based source of protein. Image Credit: Mantonature/iStock/GettyImages The result of regularly eating lentils will be from the benefits of the low-fat protein and array of nutrients in lentils. Lentils have a high dietary fiber content, which may help with your digestion and even weight loss. In addition, the plentiful vitamins and minerals in lentils may help reduce your risk of many chronic diseases....

You already know how to make eggplant parm, so switch up the way you cook the veggie with these recipes. Image Credit: KucherAV/iStock/GettyImages Do you cook up a dish of eggplant parmesan every time you buy an eggplant? Snore! Don’t get us wrong: With all its cheesy goodness, eggplant parm is the ultimate savory comfort food. But this versatile veggie — packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals — can offer way more to your plate (and your palate) than simply coating it with cheese and sauce....

Intervals helps you run faster and longer and can even help you burn fat in a shorter amount of time. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Running and HIIT are two of the most versatile workouts out there. You can run anywhere, any time and at any speed or incline. Similarly, with HIIT, you can mix and match exercises, format and interval length. And when combined, these two workouts give you speed- and endurance-boosting sweat session unlike any other....

Lunges are a great workout. Image Credit: Anthony Mayatt/iStock/Getty Images Lunges strengthen the glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, core and stabilizing muscles of the leg – while also challenging your cardiovascular system. The lunge is an exercise that works the entire lower body and emphasizes joint mobility, strength and flexibility, according to Boston Performance Coaching. The lunge also requires mobility in the hip, which can lead to hip pain if not performed properly....