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There are plenty of breakfast combos you can make with things you have stocked, without paying a trip to the store. Image Credit: Arx0nt/iStock/GettyImages In what feels like overnight, our day-to-day has completely changed. While we’re no longer rushing out the door in the morning, the commute from bed to our work-from-home desks saves us so much time we’re able to put a little more focus on breakfast. Advertisement Non-perishable pantry foods and freezer items most of us stocked up on can actually make a variety of nutritious and filling breakfasts....

You should typically avoid keratin treatment when pregnant. Image Credit: Luis Alvarez/DigitalVision/GettyImages Keratin treatments work wonders on frizzy and puffy hair. These treatments deposit keratin proteins onto your hair, leaving it more moisturized and less frizzy. A salon professional applies keratin to your hair, then flat irons the strands to lock it in. When you’re pregnant, keratin treatments may not be the healthiest for you or your baby. Advertisement The Deal Keratin treatments don’t contain strong chemicals like perms and relaxers do, so they’re thought to be better for your hair....

Ritz crackers are buttery, delicious and not all that good for you. Image Credit: samritk/iStock/GettyImages Cheese and crackers are a traditional go-to for cocktail hour, a quick and simple game snack or even a light dinner on a harried night. But while the buttery flavor and delicate crunch of Ritz crackers make them as versatile as they are delicious, they don’t provide much in the way of vitamins, minerals and fiber....

Water pills are generally considered safe but it depends on the person. Image Credit: Hoxton/Sam Edwards/Hoxton/GettyImages Diuretics, sometimes called water pills, help rid your body of sodium and water. According to the Texas Heart Institute, water pills are used to treat congestive heart failure (CHF), high blood pressure (hypertension), edema (water retention) and kidney and liver disease. Advertisement Tip Water pills are generally considered safe, but a person's individual health needs must be taken into account to determine the drug's true benefits....

Blueberries are a relatively low-calorie snack that packs one of the highest antioxidant contents. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Blueberries pack big nutritional benefits into a small package. These powerhouse berries evoke the flavor of summer but deserve a place in your diet all year long. Advertisement You may find yourself more likely to eat blueberries than other fruits because they're easy to prepare — there's no need for peeling or slicing (just a rinse under water)....

A broken wrist can be treated with a splint or cast. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images The wrist is a complex joint made up of eight bones, plus the radius and ulna, the two bones in the forearm. “Broken wrist” can refer to a fracture of any, some or all of these bones. Complications after a fractured wrist can include continued aching or stiffness, nerve or blood vessel damage, arthritis, infection, nonunion, avascular necrosis and carpal tunnel syndrome....

An overdose of iron supplements can be deadly. Image Credit: s1llu/iStock/Getty Images Iron is a mineral that your body needs to function. You can get iron through the foods you eat or from a dietary supplement. If you do not have enough iron in your blood, you can develop iron-deficiency anemia. If you have too much iron in your body, however, either due to an overdose or because your body absorbs and stores too much iron, you are at risk for serious health problems....

A woman does sit-ups while watching an exercise video Image Credit: AndreyPopov/iStock/Getty Images In order to lose inches off your stomach in one month, you will need to lose overall body fat. There is no way to target your stomach specifically, so simply doing crunches and sit-ups will not get you the flat stomach you’re looking for. Lose excess body fat as well as inches off your stomach by combining a healthy eating plan along with a solid exercise regimen....

Turn your water bottle into a strength-training tool. Image Credit: Comstock/Stockbyte/Getty Images If you don’t have dumbbells but want to do more than bodyweight exercises such as pushups, situps, and pullups, by all means use a water bottle for a strength-training workout. Recycle your drinking water bottle and turn it into a strength-training tool for your home or outdoor workout. A gallon-sized bottle of water will increase the resistance even more....

If you take a daily multivitamin, you probably don't need to take a B-complex supplement as well. Image Credit: skaman306/Moment/GettyImages Multivitamins often provide 100 percent of the daily value for most B vitamins, making it unlikely you would also need to take a B-complex supplement. Because B vitamins are water soluble, most don’t have a toxic level. However, if you eat a fortified cereal at breakfast, grab an energy bar between meals, have enriched pasta for dinner or take a niacin-based medication along with a B-complex and multivitamin supplement, you might be taking more B vitamins than you need....

If you find your magnetic resistance exercise bike not working, here's how to fix it. Image Credit: RichLegg/E+/GettyImages In This Article How They Work Benefits Durability Magnetic Resistance Fixes Upright Bike Fixes Recumbent Bike Fixes With the rise of home gyms, exercise bikes have become increasingly popular. Indoor cycling is a great way to not only boost your cardio but build muscle, too. Advertisement But like anything, gym equipment can malfunction or break, so it's time to do some troubleshooting if you find your magnetic resistance exercise bike isn't working....

Crate of apples Image Credit: Digital Vision./Photodisc/Getty Images Apples are a quick, sweet and crunchy snack that can simultaneously satisfy your craving and deliver nutrients the body needs to function. Because they contain carbohydrates in the form of sugar, apples will, indeed, raise your blood sugar – though only slightly. A medium apple is a low-glycemic-index food, meaning it releases sugar slowly into your bloodstream. If you are counting carbs due to concerns about blood sugar levels, eat your apple with the skin on....

A cigarette in a man's mouth. Image Credit: David De Lossy/Photodisc/Getty Images Four out of five smokers who quit gain weight, according to “Smoke Free,” a publication funded by the American Cancer Society. Although the health benefits of quitting smoking far outnumber the risk of weight gain, the fear of adding inches to your waistline may dim your motivation to give up your smoking habit. Proper nutrition and exercise can lower your chances of gaining weight if you quit smoking....

Whether you binge-drink regularly or just during an occasional night out, the effects of alcohol are damaging. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative What Really Happens to Your Body When examines the head-to-toe effects of common behaviors, actions and habits in your everyday life. If you tend to overindulge in alcohol a bit more than you should, you might be doing more harm to your body than you think. Get this: Drinking too much — either overtime or in a single sitting — is tied to causing damage to your heart, liver, pancreas and immune system and can even increase your chances of developing certain types of cancer, according to the National Institutes of Health....

Your body needs vitamins and minerals for optimal health, as these nutrients help carry out metabolic processes essential to life. However, your body functions within a precise equilibrium, so more isn’t always better when it comes to concentrations of nutrients in your blood. Having elevated iron and vitamin B-12 levels in your blood can indicate serious physical problems. Consult a doctor before taking any measures to address such situations. Importance of Iron Although high levels of iron in your blood may not be optimal, the nutrient is an essential one....

Eating fast food in moderation is OK. Image Credit: Monoliza21/iStock/GettyImages If you are eating McDonald’s food before and after a workout, you should probably reconsider. Some evidence suggests eating fast food in moderation is OK. A body of evidence indicates that eating a diet consisting of mostly fast food and empty calories has negative short- and long-term effects. Advertisement McDonald's and Workouts: Benefits? Though this may surprise you, some preliminary evidence suggests that high intensity interval training (HIIT) may be enough to counteract the negative cardiovascular effects of eating fast foods such as McDonald’s....

Perform eyelid exercises using a mirror. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages Your eyelids are part of a ring of muscle, or the orbicularis oculi, which encircles your eye. This muscle allows you to open and close your eyes. Your eyelids may start to droop due to various factors, which include aging, long-term lifestyle habits and heredity. Exercises can help to tone your eyelids, making your eyes appear larger and more youthful....

Oolong tea can help with weight loss. Image Credit: Yagi Studio/DigitalVision/GettyImages You might have heard a lot about the benefits of tea, especially when it comes to green tea. But what about oolong tea? Is there actually a connection between this type of tea and weight loss? Does oolong tea have side effects? Advertisement Like green tea, oolong tea has several compounds that can promote weight loss and, unlike unnatural weight-loss supplements, oolong tea doesn't cause side effects in most people....

Riding a stationary bike can be great exercise. Image Credit: Phawat Topaisan / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Five miles on a stationary bike can put you on the path to slow and steady weight loss. The number of calories you burn will vary based on how long it takes you to cycle five miles and the intensity of your workout. Advertisement Tip Riding for five miles on a stationary bike can help you burn calories and contribute to your weight loss goal....

Pomegranate juice contains 533 milligrams of potassium in a 1 cup serving. Image Credit: bondarillia/iStock/GettyImages Potassium citrate is a common form of potassium found in a number of foods and an important compound for maintaining the renal system and other bodily functions. You can find potassium citrate in food like fruits. Advertisement What Is Potassium Citrate? Potassium citrate is a salt formed when certain forms of potassium react with citric acid....