Trying out hot yoga for the first time? Here's what you need to know. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Hot yoga is one of those things that elicits responses on two extremes — it’s either someone’s go-to workout they can’t live without or they tried it once and will never go again. If you’re in the first group, you know hot yoga’s an effective, low-impact workout that strengthens both body and mind....
Mung bean sprouts are one of the most common types of bean sprouts Image Credit: franny-anne/iStock/GettyImages There are many types of beans whose sprouts are edible. Since there are many, bean sprouts nutrition facts may vary depending on the type and cooking method. Bean sprouts calories and carbs in bean sprouts are distinct based on different types of beans, such as mung beans and soybeans. Advertisement Bean sprouts appear through the germination of some plants....
Each deviled egg, which consists of half a hardboiled egg and its filling, contains around 80 calories. Image Credit: dashtik/iStock/GettyImages A staple of picnics and family dinners, tasty deviled eggs make for a delightful bite-sized offering. However, the filling for deviled eggs can be loaded with calories and fat, making it a less-than-ideal choice for people who are looking to snack without packing on the pounds. Advertisement Tip Each deviled egg, which consists of half a hard-boiled egg and its filling, contains around 80 calories, according to the USDA's FoodData Central....
Red delicious apple Image Credit: denphumi/iStock/Getty Images Red Delicious is a variety of apple known for being mildly sweet and juicy. These apples have an intense red color that may have a some yellow streaking. Red Delicious apples are good for eating fresh, with salads and for juicing, but they are not good baking apples. Advertisement Freshness A fresh Red Delicious apple will feel solid and heavy when you hold it....
Building a healthy relationship with exercise starts with figuring out your reasons for working out and what types of movement makes you happy. Image Credit: Luis Alvarez/DigitalVision/GettyImages In This Article What Is a Healthy Relationship With Exercise? Find Your Why Listen to Your Body Rest Practice Self-Compassion Focus on Fun Shift Your Perspective Get Professional Help When I was in my 20s, I was what you'd call an overexerciser. I'd get up at 5 a....
Six-pack abs are not as elusive as you may think. Image Credit: vladans/iStock/GettyImages You know you can develop a six-pack by doing your due diligence at the gym. However, what if you don’t want to spend eons working out — or, worse yet, you can’t exercise because of illness, circumstances or injury? Advertisement A six-pack might still be within your reach. But avoiding formal workouts doesn't mean you can sit around all day, nor can you let your guard down in the kitchen....
Fish can cook well on a panini maker. Image Credit: Ozgur Coskun/iStock/Getty Images Panini makers can be used for more than just making sandwiches; they are also contact grills that can be used to cook a variety of meats, including fish. If you have a hankering for grilled fish and the weather isn’t suitable for outside grilling, you can grill your fish indoors using that panini maker. Even thin fillets of tilapia can be grilled in this way....
references Appetite: "Black tea improves attention and self-reported alertness" Coffee's not the only option when you need some energy — try these portable bars, shakes and gummies below. Image Credit: Verb Energy/Facebook Image Credit: Verb Energy/Facebook Go for caffeinated snacks earlier in your day: While they may help conquer your sweets craving, the caffeine content can affect your sleep if you eat these too close to bedtime, says dietitian Gabrielle Mancella, RDN....
Baked chicken wings. Image Credit: Shaiith/iStock/Getty Images Boneless chicken makes for faster meal preparation with its shorter cooking time, while bone-in chicken is easier to bake to juicy perfection without losing valuable moisture. Reaching for boneless or bone-in chicken at the grocery store is typically a matter of personal preference, but both can have a place in your kitchen when prepared properly. Advertisement Chicken Baking Basics Chicken is typically baked in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven to promote even cooking and browning....
Red beets sometimes cause harmless discoloration of the stool. Image Credit: Karaidel/iStock/Getty Images From borscht soup to grilled vegetable kebabs to vegan cupcakes, beets are increasingly appearing on the menus of fine restaurants and in recipes on foodie websites. There are several varieties of beets, ranging in hues from white to yellow to red. Packed with dietary fiber, folate, potassium and manganese, red beets rate high on the list of healthy foods....
When doing the bent knee fall out, focus on moving slowly and staying stable in your legs and core. Image Credit: stockfour/iStock / Getty Images Plus In This Article Instructions Benefits Tips Variations The bent knee fallout exercise involves only the smallest of motions, but is has big payoffs. This lying body-weight exercise can help keep your lower back healthy, improve your pelvic stability and even increase your hip mobility. As a bonus, you can add foam rollers and resistance bands to make this move even more challenging....
Citrus fruits and green veggies are some of our top immune-boosting foods. Image Credit: Fascinadora/iStock/GettyImages The immune system is the body’s defense against illness and infection. But when someone has a poor immune system, due to a disease such as cancer, they’re more likely to get sick easily. Advertisement However — whether you have a naturally weaker or compromised immune system — you can help build it and protect your body by optimizing your eating plan....
Rollerblading on a path Image Credit: DmitriMaruta/iStock/Getty Images Rollerblading is a low-impact exercise activity that utilizes inline skates and requires you to use your legs to propel yourself forward. There are many health benefits to consistently rollerblading, such as building cardiovascular fitness and burning calories. It offers an effective exercise option for those who don’t necessarily enjoy running. Advertisement Losing Weight To lose weight, you need to make some adjustments to how many calories you’re burning and how many you’re consuming....
Exercising in a hot climate can cause hamstrings muscle cramps. Image Credit: kbycphotography/iStock/GettyImages You’re just getting into the groove on a run or you’re snug under the covers drifting off to sleep, when suddenly a sharp pain shoots through your hamstrings. It’s a surefire way to end a perfectly good exercise session or a restful night’s sleep. Advertisement Whether this is the first time you've had a hamstring cramp or you experience them often, you're likely eager to find the cause and the solution....
Coronasomnia is a troubling side effect of living through a pandemic. Image Credit: Adene Sanchez/E+/GettyImages Insomnia — that is, having trouble falling or staying asleep — is nothing new in America. But the pandemic has brought on a new wave of the condition. In fact, since the COVID-19 crisis started, sleep doctors have seen an increase in insomnia and other sleep disorders, a surge that’s being called “coronasomnia.” Advertisement "This phenomenon doesn't refer only to people recovering from COVID-19, but also to a larger number of people whose lives have been turned upside down by fear about getting the virus, concerns about loved ones, not being able to work and social isolation," says Ioannis Koutsourelakis, MD, PhD, an ear, nose and throat surgeon who specializes in sleep medicine and Goodpath Associate's Medical Director of Sleep....
Image Credit: luisrsphoto/iStock/Getty Images If you find yourself craving sweets and feel that your mouth is drier than usual, these symptoms could be the result of your new and healthier dietary habits, and can usually be explained by changes to your diet. If such symptoms persist for a considerable period of time, consult your doctor for advice. Advertisement Cutting Out Sugar The most probable cause for your sweet cravings and dry mouth is likely due to a switch to a lower-carb or low-sugar diet....
People with SVT shoud avoid caffeine. Image Credit: y-studio/iStock/Getty Images Supraventricular tachycardia – SVT – is a heart rhythm problem that is usually harmless but can be frightening and annoying. During an episode of SVT, the heart can go from beating a normal 70 to 80 beats per minute to 160 to 200 beats per minute. Episodes last from a few minutes to a few hours. SVT can be a lifelong problem, but is most common in young children....
Diet With No Processed Foods Image Credit: wmaster890/iStock/GettyImages Approximately 70 percent of the calories in a typical American diet come from processed foods, according to an interview published on the PBS website in April 2013. This means switching to a diet with no processed foods, sometimes called clean eating, would be a big change for most Americans. Doing so, however, may make it easier to follow the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which recommends limiting sodium, added sugars and saturated and trans fats....
A man is training at a gym. Image Credit: slavemotion/iStock/Getty Images If you are a smoker, you will find that quitting this habit has many positive impacts on your health. Not only does cigarette smoking compromise the health of your heart and lungs, it also diminishes muscle gains from exercise by acting on your body in several distinct ways. While you will still gain muscle through exercise as a smoker, your results as a nonsmoker will greatly improve....
A woman is squatting. Image Credit: Dean Mitchell/iStock/Getty Images Knowing what parts of your body you want to target is important when it comes to stepping into the gym and working out. If you go in there without direction, you will be wasting your time. Squats fit well into a lower body workout because they activate multiple muscles below the belt line. If you are looking for bigger hips, the squat is a good choice, provided certain conditions are met....
