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Start your day with satiating protein by trying these healthy frittata recipes. Image Credit: Olha_Afanasieva/iStock/GettyImages There’s no limit to what ingredients you can toss into the fan-favorite frittata. Advertisement You can add just about anything into this versatile version of eggs — including all the canned goods you've stockpiled in your pantry over the last few months — and you can guarantee it'll taste like a gourmet meal. Video of the Day Are You Getting Enough Protein?...

Breaded fish cake on a plate with garnish Image Credit: Joe Gough/iStock/Getty Images Bread crumbs provide a crispy coating for baked chicken and fish and they bind ingredients together in meatballs. But packaged bread crumbs often contain high levels of corn syrup and sodium as well as potential allergens, such as wheat and sunflower seeds. Other ingredients can include hydrogenated oils, which contain trans fats, linking them to heart disease. Luckily there are many flavorful alternatives....

Two roasted lamb legs on a chopping board. Image Credit: martinturzak/iStock/Getty Images Most cuts of lamb are lean and low in calories. Each 3-ounce cooked shank is between 150 and 185 calories. By trimming away as much fat as possible, you’ll be getting closer to the lower end of that range. If you leave some visible fat behind though, you’ll probably get closer to the higher end. Advertisement Calorie Breakdown Lamb does not contain any carbohydrates, so all of the calories come from fat and protein....

When lockdown threatened Brianna Caceres' newfound healthy habits, she found a way to adapt to the "new normal" and stick to her goals. Image Credit: Brianna Caceres/LIVESTRONG.com Creative Brianna Caceres recently accomplished something remarkable. Through rare determination — expressed in regular workouts and consistently healthier eating — the 33-year-old TV producer lost 101 pounds. Advertisement Then the novel coronavirus pandemic descended, and with it, orders to stay at home. While lockdown measures have, thankfully, kept many of us from contracting the virus, they've also demolished countless good eating and exercise habits, as people nap, nibble and imbibe their way to what has been dubbed the #Quarantine15....

BMI is an easy way to estimate whether one is at a healthy weight for her height, but doesn't measure body fat. Image Credit: annatodica/iStock/Getty Images Although body mass index and body fat percentage tend to be related, BMI – a calculation based on height and weight – doesn’t necessarily accurately predict a person’s body fat percentage. There are equations you can use to turn your BMI into an estimate of body fat percentage, but to get a true measurement, you’ll need to use another method to actually measure your body fat, rather than relying on a measurement based on your height and weight....

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1 of 15 Overview Post-exercise recovery can be simplified into '3 Rs' Rehydrate, Refuel and Rebuild. Rehydrating replaces lost fluids and electrolytes from sweat, while refueling focuses on carbs to restore muscle glycogen and essential amino acids from high-quality proteins help repair and rebuild muscle tissue and stimulate muscle growth. As a general rule, try to get 15 to 25 grams of protein and 0.5 to 0.7 grams of carbohydrate per pound of body weight right after you exercise....

If your turkey comes out dry, don't despair: Try these tactics to restore moisture to a dried-out bird. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Broth Gravy Reheat in a Bag Transform the Bird Prevent Dry Turkey All those hours invested in cooking a turkey, and too often, the bird emerges from the oven dried out. Dry turkey isn't flavorful and is difficult to chew and swallow. It's the last thing you want from the centerpiece of a big meal....

A bad smell behind your ears is pretty normal, and luckily, there's usually an easy fix. Image Credit: Motortion/iStock/GettyImages Is it possible that behind your ears actually…smells? Chalk it up to another one of those body oddities — or, actually, add it to the list of body parts that can give off an odor. (That’s a long list, by the way.) Advertisement If you notice there's a stench back there, we've got you covered....

Feeling hungover without drinking could be due to something you ate the night before. Image Credit: AnnaStills/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Dehydration Illness Sugar Caffeine Withdrawal Sleeping Meds Migraine Pregnancy When to Call the Doctor True hangovers happen from drinking too much alcohol (and yes, they do get worse with age). But there are a lot of other things that can make you ​feel​ like you're recovering from a night of heavy drinking even if you didn't consume any booze at all....

1 of 9 Overview Are you trying to lose weight but aren't seeing any results on the scale? You're not alone. With all the diet misinformation out there, it's often hard to distinguish between weight-loss facts and fiction. To help bring you closer to reaching your health goals, here are seven weight-loss myths you can stop believing. Image Credit: StockPhotoPro/Adobe Stock 2 of 9 1. Chugging the Juice While juices are viewed as natural sources of vitamin C, they are surprisingly high in calories....

Whether you're looking to flatten your stomach or sculpt it into an impressive six-pack, the best approach is combining a flat stomach diet plan for men with a few select exercises. Image Credit: Claudia Totir/Moment/GettyImages There’s a lot of truth in the saying “abs are made in the kitchen.” But whether you’re looking to flatten your stomach or sculpt it into an impressive six-pack, the best approach is combining a flat stomach diet plan for men with a few select exercises....

Losing fat and adding muscle are goals for almost every exerciser. Egg whites are a great way to get high-quality, zero-fat protein to support muscle building. In addition, egg whites are a low-cost, low-calorie component of a successful muscle-building nutrition plan. Egg-White Protein Egg-white protein, or albumen, is the clear part of the egg when it is raw. When cooked, the protein coagulates and turns white. The white of a U....

If you have allergies and high blood pressure, beware of meds that contain a decongestant-antihistamine combo. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages Allergies can be debilitating. A nasty combination of itching, sneezing, runny nose, tearing eyes and breathing difficulties can really stop you in your tracks. But if you’re combating allergies and also have high blood pressure, you’ll need to be wary of certain combination allergy meds. Advertisement Histamine Drives Allergic Reactions According to the Mayo Clinic, allergy symptoms stem from the body’s own immune response....

Pre-workouts may improve overall exercise performance. Image Credit: Room_76_Photography/iStock/GettyImages When you want to get the most out of your workout, you make sure every rep, step and weight really counts. Of course, dragging yourself out of bed first thing for a workout can be less than inspiring. Advertisement Enter the pre-workout supplement, designed to help amp you up for a better, more effective workout. But before you down that caffeine-laced drink, make sure you know how it's going to affect your body during exercise — you may find that a natural alternative is a healthier choice....

Minimize your intake of refined carbs, red meat and sweetened drinks if you're taking beta-blockers. Image Credit: Regina Podolsky / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages If your doctor has prescribed a beta-blocker, you may be wondering whether there’s a special diet to follow, since some drugs require avoiding certain foods. Good news: You may need to limit a few things, but there’s not much you have to avoid altogether. Advertisement What Are Beta-Blockers? Beta-blockers are prescribed for heart-related conditions, including high blood pressure (hypertension), congestive heart failure (CHF), abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and chest pain (angina), according to the Texas Heart Institute....

The barbell back squat is one of the most popular heavy lifts. But there's more than one way to do barbell squats. Image Credit: South_agency/E+/GettyImages In This Article Barbell Back Squat Heels-Elevated Squat Front Squat Zercher Squat Hack Squat Overhead Squat Form Tips Benefits If squats are at the top of the leg-building pyramid (and they are), barbell squats are the tippy top. They do everything the best squat variations do — and more....

Caramelize bananas and add them to oatmeal or low-sugar pancakes. Image Credit: NataBene/iStock/GettyImages Conveniently portable, delicious and nutritious, bananas are one of nature’s most perfect snacks. While they do a body good in so many different ways, bananas can be especially beneficial for gut health. Advertisement Bananas are a "gift of nature," dietitian Suzie Finkel, RD, founder of Well Digested, tells LIVESTRONG.com. Beyond their convenient carrying case (the peel, of course), they're inexpensive and pack an excellent nutrient punch with potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, copper and fiber....

Spring roll calories are low and the appetizer offers health benefits from its protein and calcium content. Image Credit: thesomegirl/iStock/GettyImages Spring roll calories are low, and the appetizer offers health benefits from its protein and calcium content. A popular delicacy in Asian cuisines, fresh spring rolls differ from typical egg rolls because you don’t fry them. Instead, the ingredients get precooked before they are wrapped. Advertisement Read more: 7 Fish Recipes That Are Great for Your Heart Video of the Day Spring Roll Calories Gi cun (also known as spring rolls) contain 100 calories for three pieces, which includes shrimp, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)....

A cereal diet typically encourages followers to replace one or two daily meals with a bowl of cereal and milk. Image Credit: Povareshka/iStock/GettyImages If you’re a cereal fan, then the idea of a cereal diet might sound super appealing. I mean, you’re basically eating your favorite breakfast food multiple times per day. What’s not to love? Advertisement But can eating cereal all day ‌actually‌ help you lose weight? And is this dieting approach safe, or even good for you?...