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Different versions of high-protein diets have cropped up on the market for years. The Atkins Diet and the South Beach Diet are two major players in the world of weight loss. Protein powders, bars and shakes are easy to find in grocery and supplement stores. Although some protein is important for general nutrition and muscle building, too much may put a strain on vital organs. For instance, increased urinary output from high-protein diets directly impacts your bladder....

A seasons steak on butcher paper. Image Credit: Iryna Melnyk/iStock/Getty Images Red meat is a complete and high source of protein that is easy to digest and contains all of the essential amino acids that you need for good health. During digestion, your body breaks the protein from red meat down and your cells use it to build specialized types of protein. Another way to get the same amino acids content that you get from red meat is to eat specific combinations of plant-based foods....

An August 2019 study identified six specific workouts that can help reduce genetic risk factors for obesity. Image Credit: serezniy/iStock/GettyImages Your genes tell you a lot: The color of your eyes, your height, what foods you might like and, of course, what health conditions you might encounter. But just because your genes put you at risk of a certain health concern — say, obesity — doesn’t mean all hope is lost....

A man is learning leg physical therapy exercises. Image Credit: kzenon/iStock/Getty Images The hip is a ball-and-socket joint and the primary weight-bearing joint in the body. It includes the pelvis and femur and several ligaments that help stabilize the joint. The Iliofemoral ligament connects the pelvis to the femur, and covers the hip joint anteriorly, providing support during hip extension and supporting the weight of the body. This ligament can be partially or fully torn from a direct blow to the hip or overuse injury....

Image Credit: photo_chaz/iStock/GettyImages Increased aerobic capacity means having an easier time getting around. Whether it a flight of stairs or running after the kids, better aerobic capacity will make it a breeze. What can you do (and how much do you need to do it) for better aerobic capacity? Advertisement Most people should do 30 minutes of moderately intense aerobic training, five days per week to maintain optimal cardiovascular fitness, according to guidelines from the American Heart Association....

Your body burns fats and carbs differently. Image Credit: 1BSG/iStock/GettyImages Food has a big role in culture, society and quality of life — obviously, it’s delicious! — but, ultimately, food is fuel. The carbs and fat in food both serve as sources of fuel for your cells and tissues, and help you power through your day-to-day activities, including tough workouts. Your body burns fat and carbs slightly differently — especially during exercise, with carbs burned more during higher-intensity work....

Cutting the visable fat off meat can help reduce its overall saturated fat content. It is not necessary to consume saturated fat in a healthy diet. Saturated fat causes your LDL or bad cholesterol levels to increase, which can lead to heart disease--a life-threatening condition, reports Harvard School of Public Health. The American Heart Association recommends that your daily saturated fat intake remain less than 7 percent of your recommended total daily calorie intake....

Foods That Contain the Protein Casein Image Credit: Eugene03/iStock/GettyImages Protein is an essential nutrient that is part of every cell in your body. It also helps produce important chemicals including hormones. Casein is a type of protein found in milk and milk products. Advertisement In people with milk allergies, casein may be the culprit. The protein sometimes shows up in unsuspected products, so awareness is essential if your doctor has advised you to avoid it....

You don’t have to subsist on salads to lose weight. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages If you’re looking to shed some unwanted pounds, one of the best first steps is to make healthy dietary changes. Whether you’re swapping your afternoon chips for veggies and hummus or holding the sugar in your morning cup of coffee, small, sustainable changes are key to weight loss. Advertisement But certain healthy foods have gotten a bad rap when it comes to weight loss....

Circuit training is a great full body workout for women. Image Credit: Drazen_/E+/GettyImages Circuit training is an exercise that combines strength training and aerobic conditioning in one full-body workout for women. Circuit training improves your muscle strength, as well as cardiovascular endurance, while burning hundreds of calories. Many fitness clubs and gyms offer circuit training classes, but you can easily do circuit training workouts at home or at the gym on your own....

Some women may need more support. Image Credit: David De Lossy/Photodisc/Getty Images Without proper support, over time, the tissues in the breasts stretch, and the breasts will begin to sag. But don’t let large breasts stop you from exercising. Jumping jacks and other vigorous exercises move large breasts a greater distance and with greater force than when engaging in less vigorous exercise, like walking. By ensuring you’re supporting your breasts, you can jump into any activity, like jacks, without worry that you’re damaging your breasts’ delicate support system....

Tween reading hiking map on rock outdoors. Image Credit: moodboard/moodboard/Getty Images When your child is 12 years old, the last thing he should need to think about is weight loss. However, if your child is overweight, losing 10 lbs. could help improve his health and establish healthier habits. Developing such habits earlier in life make it easier for kids to grow up making responsible exercise and food choices. Advertisement Healthier Food Choices Provide your child with healthier food options throughout the day....

Nuts and other omega 3-rich foods can help support healthy cholesterol levels. Image Credit: OsakaWayne Studios/Moment/GettyImages If you have high cholesterol, improving your diet and exercise routine can likely help reduce it. But just how long does it take to lower cholesterol, and what can you do to bring that number down? Advertisement Tip You should start to see levels of bad cholesterol lower within about six months of making healthy lifestyle changes like improving your diet and exercising....

Classic homemade chili provides about 264 calories per cup, while canned chili can have as over 360 calories. Image Credit: AlexPro9500/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Basic Ingredients in Chili Nutrition and Calories Ways to Make a Nutritious Chili Chili is a popular dish with numerous variations, like vegetarian bean chili, beef chili, and turkey chili. The nutrition and calories in chili will depend on which ingredients you use and whether your chili is homemade, canned, or from your favorite restaurant....

Steaming cabbage in the microwave is faster, more nutritious and less smelly than boiling it. Image Credit: Ivannag82/iStock/GettyImages Like other cruciferous vegetables, cabbage is rich in fiber, vitamin C and beta-carotene, according to the University of Illinois Extension. Unfortunately, cooking cabbage by boiling may leach away some or all of these valuable nutrients. Advertisement Cooking it in aluminum pots can also cause the cabbage to release sulfurous compounds into your kitchen, per the University of Illinois Extension....

Banana is a type of quick bread, and requires no yeast. Image Credit: asiantiger247/iStock/Getty Images A type of quick bread made from sweet, ripe bananas, banana bread is irresistibly moist and delicious. Banana bread is simple to make, but proper cooling is important, because the bananas caramelize and become sticky during the cooking process. As a result, the bread can be difficult to remove from the pan. Bread that is cooled too long or not long enough may emerge in pieces instead of smooth, lovely loaves....

Time to add some challenges to your yoga practice. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Photos and videos of yogis performing advanced asanas are all over Instagram. Those poses may seem unattainable to a new practitioner, but it’s important to remember that the yogis performing them were beginners once too. They weren’t flipping up into handstands on day 1. Advertisement Acquiring the mobility, strength and flexibility necessary to perform challenging yoga poses comes with consistent practice, awareness and patience....

A bowl of dried lentils on a wooden table. Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images If you store uncooked lentils in a cool, dry area, such as your pantry, they will keep for up to one year. This is nice but not very helpful on a busy weeknight when you are trying to get dinner on the table in a hurry. Although lentils do not require soaking and take less time to cook than dried beans, you can speed up dinner preparations even more by cooking and then storing a few batches of lentils in your freezer....

Fetal weight gain is important for health. A healthy pregnancy increases the odds of a healthy baby. A fetus must gain an appropriate amount of weight or he is at risk of health complications during pregnancy and at birth. According to the American Pregnancy Association, a fetus's nourishment comes in the form of a mother's weight gain and her concentration on eating a balanced diet. Lifestyle choices can also affect adequate fetal weight gain....

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. These are the things you should always have with you when you leave home to help you stay healthy and safe. Image Credit: martin-dm/E+/GettyImages Image Credit: martin-dm/E+/GettyImages Get tips on how to stay healthy, safe and sane during the novel coronavirus pandemic....