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A woman is holding a medicine ball. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images A hurricane workout is an intense training method that combines extreme cardio with muscle-building weight training and stretching exercises. The 20-minute routine designed by Martin Rooney is based on muscle confusion and fatigue, followed by rapid repair, which maximizes the time you spend working out. Each workout involves three circuits of sprints, followed by two strength-training exercises, with three sets of each circuit....

Eating salad every day is one way to help you lose weight. Image Credit: Elena_Danileiko/iStock/GettyImages When you’re trying to drop some extra pounds, it’s important to fill your plate with nutrient-dense, low-calorie foods. As part of a balanced meal plan, eating salad everyday to lose weight can be a sensible and healthy way to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your diet. Advertisement Tip According to the USDA Dietary Guidelines, half of what you eat should consist of fruits and vegetables....

A high calorie milkshake is an easy way to gain some weight during the summer. Image Credit: AkayArda/iStock/GettyImages Gaining weight can be tricky in summer, with the heat killing your appetite and meals making you feel uncomfortably full and lethargic. Here are some tips that can help you gain weight in the summer months, but you should also consult a doctor for a weight gain diet tailored to your needs....

If you don't have a soy allergy, adding tofu to your weekly meal plan can help you get more plant protein and fiber. Image Credit: GMVozd/E+/GettyImages Cooking tofu can be a mystery for many, but it does not have to be difficult. Advertisement Tofu is a rich source of nutrients, such as calcium, fiber and protein. By learning to cook tofu, you can use it to replace high-calorie, high-saturated fat and high-cholesterol foods (like red meat) in some of your meals....

Bloody boogers, snot or mucus could mean the air in your home is too dry. Image Credit: PORNCHAI SODA/iStock/GettyImages The shade of your snot can reveal a lot about what’s happening inside your nose. For instance, white, yellow or green nasal mucus can mean a cold or infection. Advertisement So, what if your snot's streaked with red blood? While most cases of bloody boogers are no biggie, sometimes they can indicate something more serious, like an underlying health condition....

Getting plenty of fiber in your diet helps you stay regular, which can help beat the bloat. Image Credit: milanvirijevic/E+/GettyImages Bloating is one of those things that can affect you at any age, but unfortunately, it can become a whole lot more common as our bodies get older, thanks to a few key physical changes and conditions that tend to affect older adults. Advertisement "There is a clear link with aging and bloating," Christine Lee, MD, a gastroenterologist at the Cleveland Clinic, tells LIVESTRONG....

Lunges strengthen your entire lower body, including your glutes. Image Credit: recep-bg/E+/GettyImages Pyramid training might sound strange, but rest assured, this form of training is simple but effective and will have you feeling stronger before you know it. Simply put, it’s a way to structure your workout that decreases the number of reps you’re doing while increasing the weight you’re lifting. Advertisement For example, if you were performing a dumbbell squat, you would do 10 reps with 5-pound dumbbells, then your next set would be 9 reps with 7....

Herbal capsules Image Credit: humonia/iStock/Getty Images Stress is pervasive in modern-day society. Long-term stress can have numerous negative consequences for your health – physically, mentally and emotionally. Ashwagandha and rhodiola are herbs that are used for stress management and to address other health ailments. While they share some similarities, each herb has unique properties. As with all herbs, it’s important to consult a qualified health care professional to determine whether they’re appropriate and safe for your individual needs....

Bowl of beef broth Image Credit: MKucova/iStock/Getty Images Commonly used in soups and cooking, beef broth provides you with some beneficial nutrients, is low in calories and can make certain cuisine more palatable. Because beef broth is high in sodium, however, use it in moderation to help reduce your risks for high blood pressure and heart disease. Advertisement Calorie Count Ready-to-serve beef broth only contains 17 calories per cup, according to the U....

Use Parmesan cheese alone, or with other ingredients, to coat proteins on a low-carb diet. Image Credit: Ole Schwander/iStock/GettyImages If you love crispy fried fish or breaded chicken patties, you may think that you can’t be satisfied on a low-carb diet. It’s true that traditional breading ingredients — such as flour, bread crumbs and beer batter — are high in carbs, but there are plenty of delicious alternatives. Advertisement The flavor and texture of low-carb breading may not be identical to traditional breading, but you'll get some of the crunch you're after using some of these unconventional ingredients....

Running on uneven terrain can cause calf bruising. Image Credit: OcusFocus/iStock/Getty Images A bruise on your calf as the result of running can be disturbing, particularly if you experience other symptoms such as pain. Running-related calf bruising can be due to a variety of environmental factors and training errors. Because it can interfere with your running routine, it is important to understand what can cause bruising on the calf while running and how it can be remedied....

Chicken tenders — also known as chicken strips, chicken fingers or chicken goujons — are usually made using chicken breast. Image Credit: Liudmyla Chuhunova/iStock/GettyImages Chicken tenders — also known as chicken strips, chicken fingers or chicken goujons — are usually made using chicken breast. This cut of chicken is breaded, then baked or fried. Chicken tenders’ nutrition is likely to be fattiest when deep-fried. Advertisement Read more: 15 of the Best Lean Animal Proteins Video of the Day Chicken Fingers Calories and Macronutrients Chicken tenders are primarily made of breast meat....

The calories in liquor vary depending on alcohol content and other ingredients. Image Credit: Mpak ART studio | Ilarion Ananiev/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Mpak ART studio | Ilarion Ananiev/iStock/GettyImages Rum Whiskey Vodka Gin Tequila Brandy Liqueurs Calories in 1 ounce Calories in 1 shot (1.5 ounces) Rum (80 proof) 64.7 97 Whiskey (80 proof) 64.7 97 Vodka (80 proof) 64.7 97 Gin (80 proof) 64.7 97 Tequila (80 proof) 64.7 97 Brandy (80 proof) 64....

Only take B-12 in the recommended doses. Image Credit: milosducati/iStock/Getty Images B-12, also called cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for the production of red blood cells. Although B-12 occurs naturally in some foods, if you have a deficiency, you may need to take B-12 supplements. Taking B-12 can have some side effects, but making you feel jittery is not a common one. Advertisement Identification B-12, one of eight B vitamins, serves several functions in the body....

Whole grain wheat flour contains gluten. Gluten intolerance happens when the body cannot tolerate foods that contain gluten protein. If you have symptoms such as diarrhea, weight loss, poor concentration, infertility or low energy it could be due to celiac disease. Celiac disease is an allergic reaction to gluten found in breads, baked goods, cereal, soups and many other products. Celiac disease can start at any age. Talk to your doctor if you think you might have celiac disease....

Chest pain is one of the most common reasons people call for emergency medical help and, according to MayoClinic.com, the reason for millions of visits to the ER each year. Although heart issues are at the forefront of most people’s mind when they talk about chest pain, the pain can come from your lungs, esophagus, muscles, ribs, tendons, nerves, or even spread from your neck, abdomen, or back. If it is occurring only when you stretch, it narrows the potential causes but is still important to investigate....

It is not extra common to have allergy symptoms form coconut oil. Image Credit: xuanhuongho/iStock/GettyImages The body of scientific literature reports only one case of a coconut oil allergy, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI). Therefore, although the possibility of such allergies can’t be ruled out, they are extremely unlikely to occur. Advertisement Johns Hopkins Medicine says an allergic response starts in the immune system, when it overreacts to a harmless substance, referred to as an allergen, by producing antibodies to attack it....

Foods typically known for causing indigestion include fatty and acidic meals and sugar. Avoiding foods that bring on indigestion isn’t always enough to prevent the problem; you must also increase consumption of alkaline foods that neutralize stomach acids. These include raw vegetables such as cabbage, spinach, celery, lettuce, broccoli, bell peppers, the skin of potatoes and carrots. However, in some cases, eating even these foods can cause digestive upset. Food Allergies A food allergy occurs when the body reacts adversely to certain ingredients....

There are many different exercises to build the glutes. Image Credit: martin-dm/E+/GettyImages Bigger, stronger glutes ​help you run faster​ and lift more weight in some lower-body exercises. Big booty men are also at less risk for lower back pain. Some people also find bigger glutes more aesthetically pleasing. Advertisement Glute Muscle Anatomy When you refer to the glutes, you’re usually talking about the ​gluteus maximus​, which is the biggest muscle in the body....

Some eye discharge is normal, but it's sometimes a sign of something more serious. Image Credit: urbazon/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Clear White Yellow or Green Sticky Crusty None Like morning breath, eye crud is one of those common unpleasantries you often encounter in the a.m. upon waking. While a little eye gunk is totally normal, there are some circumstances — like a change in color, consistency or amount of eye discharge — that may signal something more serious....