Eat a heart-healthy diet, and you’ll cut your risk of heart attack or stroke. Heart-healthy diets are low in saturated and trans fats, cholesterol and sodium but high in fiber. Because many types of meat can be sources of unhealthy fat and sodium, it’s important for those looking to reduce their risk to choose wisely. The American Heart Association recommends eating no more than 6 ounces of cooked meat each day....
Would you fuel up with a chocolate bar before your next run? Image Credit: Eva-Katalin/iStock/GettyImages When you’re trying to decide how to fuel up before and after a run, your go-to strategy may be to down a sports drink and chomp on an energy bar or piece of fruit. However, another option is chocolate. Advertisement Some evidence suggests that consuming moderate amounts of chocolate could actually boost your performance during exercise and may also help improve your recovery afterward....
Eating cornstarch raw can cause digestive side effects. Image Credit: Pawarun/iStock/GettyImages In This Article What Is It? Can You Eat It Raw? Pica Uses Cornstarch is a mostly flavorless powder that's used commercially in products like baby powder and cosmetics and in food as a thickening agent. As a classic example of a refined carbohydrate, cornstarch is extracted from corn through extensive processing that strips most of the original nutritional value....
Severe calorie restriction is unhealthy. Image Credit: Alinakho/iStock/GettyImages Some diets ask you to do the unthinkable, and trying to survive on 500 calories a day is one of them. In an attempt to lose weight as quickly as possible, many people seek out extreme eating plans that promise quick results. Advertisement Tip Restricting your diet to 500 calories a day is not recommended unless you are following a medically-supervised program. And while you may be able to follow a very low-calorie diet (VLCD) for a short time, this is not the type of plan you should attempt without medical supervision....
Ground cinnamon and cinnamon powder are essentially the same thing as long as they’re the same variety of the spice. Image Credit: Sommai Larkjit / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages You’re probably quite familiar with cinnamon — the warm, fragrant spice that flavors everything from rolls to toast to oatmeal. If you have a recipe that calls for cinnamon powder, you might wonder if the ground cinnamon in your pantry will do. Advertisement The short answer is yes....
If you’ve started eating healthier, not necessarily to lose weight but to prevent weight gain, it’s possible you’ll see some weight loss at first. Image Credit: Boris SV/Moment/GettyImages Are you experiencing a good appetite but losing weight? Chances are, there’s nothing to worry about. It’s possible you’re more active lately or just not eating as much as you think. However, in some instances, it may warrant a trip to your doctor’s office....
Avoid spicy food if you have a stomach ulcer. Image Credit: Lisovskaya/iStock/GettyImages If you’re up for a good challenge, try identifying the foods to avoid when you have a stomach ulcer. Although general guidelines exist, your physician knows your body best, so she (or he) can provide nutritional guidance that meets your needs. Advertisement Avoid These Foods With a Stomach Ulcer To minimize your stomach ulcer discomfort, try consuming smaller meals, and eat more often throughout the day....
Natural cuts of pork are a leaner, lower-salt alternative to ham and other processed pork products. Image Credit: AlekseiAntropov/iStock/GettyImages If you have diabetes, you may be curious about whether you can eat ham. Generally, ham and other pork products are fine for people with diabetes because they are low in carbs, but there could be other things in ham that aren’t very good for your heart health. Advertisement Read more: A Healthy Diet Can Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes — These Are the Best and Worst Foods to Eat Video of the Day Ham and Diabetes As part of the protein group, ham is typically low in carbs, the nutrient that has the largest effect on blood sugar levels, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....
Health Tips for a Flat Stomach & Bigger Butt Image Credit: iprogressman/iStock/Getty Images If you’re striving for an hourglass figure with a small waist and sizable assets, you’ll have to attack your workout routine with a vengeance. Not only is this form and figure aesthetically pleasing, but it’s healthier, too. Advertisement "A 'flat butt' is actually an injured butt," said Gabe Hihira, certified personal trainer and co-owner of Fitness Butlers. "The neurological system has turned off the glutes due to overuse, pain or too much tension [from the hips]....
Topamax is an antiseizure drug from Ortho-McNeil with many off-label uses. One off-label use is as a weight-loss drug. Many Topamax users have experienced quick success when taking Topamax for weight loss. While the specific mechanism of how Topamax brings about weight loss is not yet understood, doctors and researchers have several theories. History Topamax—also known as topiramate—was originally given FDA approval for the treatment of epilepsy. During clinical trials of Topamax, one of the most common side effects was significant weight loss....
It can take months to get your legs in shape. Image Credit: Science Photo Library/Science Photo Library/GettyImages Your legs are made up of the largest and strongest muscles in the body. Getting your legs in shape is not only essential for exercise performance, but also for preventing injuries and making daily life easier says the American Council on Exercise. Plus, building lean muscle on the leg helps you regulate your body weight and lose weight if you desire....
Range-of-motion exercises reduce stiffness after ankle sprain. Image Credit: PORNCHAI SODA/iStock/GettyImages If you start ankle exercises too soon or progress exercises too quickly following an ankle sprain, you could cause more damage and delay your recovery. Ankle sprain rehabilitation is divided into three phases. Knowing these phases will help you determine when to start ankle exercises and what exercises are appropriate. Advertisement The severity of your ankle sprain and your symptoms, such as swelling and pain, will influence your rehabilitation timeline....
There is no current way to calculate how many calories you continue to burn after a workout. Image Credit: Peathegee Inc/DigitalVision/GettyImages Burning calories after a workout is known as the afterburn effect. It doesn’t occur with moderate exercise, which has led some researchers to believe the afterburn effect is a myth. Advertisement However, new evidence indicates that there is a direct correlation between the intensity of your workout and the amount of calories you burn during an exercise session — and long after....
Liver is a great source of iron. Image Credit: Elena_Danileiko/iStock/GettyImages You can treat iron deficiency anemia by taking iron pills, available over the counter. Your doctor will recommend the best dosage for you based on how serious your anemia is, but the American Society of Hematology recommends between 150 and 200 milligrams of elemental iron per day. Advertisement Tip The correct daily iron dosage for anemia is the one recommended by your doctor....
Running is recommended for boxers to help build their cardiovascular endurance. Image Credit: Nikada/E+/GettyImages The majority of boxers use running to improve cardiovascular endurance. In boxing, they refer to it as “roadwork.” Former heavyweight champion “Smokin’” Joe Frazier says roadwork is the most crucial training boxers do, the foundation that helps them get through 12 rounds of action. Most boxers run early in the morning, leaving the afternoon and even open for training sessions in the gym....
Exercising at a low-to-moderate intensity will ensure you're within the 'fat burning zone'. Image Credit: Twenty20/@massmusings Exercising at different intensities will produce different results. Depending on your goal, exercising at one intensity may help you reach your objective better than exercising at other intensities. And the best way to know if you’re exercising at the appropriate intensity is to pay attention to your heart rate and understand your heart rate zones....
Adopt an hourglass figure to replace your pear shape. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images Two key proportions differ between pear and hourglass shapes. A pear-shaped person will likely have wide hips and a disproportionately small chest. Contrastly, an hourglass figure boasts curvy but proportionate hips with a decreased stomach girth and a larger chest that balances out the hip measurements. Adding specific exercises and modifying your nutrition regimen can help you to transform your pear shape into an hourglass figure to a certain extent....
Focus on consistent training to help gain muscles. Image Credit: yoh4nn/E+/GettyImages As the summer months creep near and beach weather settles in, you may start wanting to put on muscle mass as quickly as possible. Before trying to gain 30 pounds in three months, make sure you have a realistic plan. Follow the tips below to safely build strength and increase your body weight. Advertisement Tip Gaining 30 pounds of lean mass requires a well-rounded diet and consistent training....
Genetics define the shape of your face. Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/Getty Images A slim face can make you look thinner than you’d like, especially if you also have an overly slender body frame. If your doctor has told you that weight gain would improve your health, adopt a healthy approach to adding pounds. You can’t guarantee that the newly gained weight will give you plump cheeks, but reaching a healthy weight may add fullness to your face and improve your skin tone so you can look your healthiest....
Waves of exhaustion or sudden-onset fatigue might be caused by certain diet or lifestyle factors, but it could also signal more serious health issues. Image Credit: Kathrin Ziegler/DigitalVision/GettyImages In This Article Illness or Infection Vitamin or Nutrient Deficiency Lifestyle Habits Medications Stress, Anxiety or Depression Heart Attack or Stroke Autoimmune Diseases Anemia POTS CFS Cancer When to Call Your Doctor You know what fatigue feels like. You might feel low. Or tired....
