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Following the latest safety guidelines can help you feel more in control as you venture outside your home. Image Credit: mladenbalinovac/E+/GettyImages With daily alarming headlines about new coronavirus cases accompanied by surging outbreaks in some states, lots of us are on edge. So if leaving your home is starting to seem a little overwhelming, you’re far from alone. Advertisement "The majority of people I'm seeing are reporting a rise in anxiety," reports Daryl Appleton, LMCH, EdD, a psychotherapist and Fortune 500 executive wellness coach in New York City....

Pomegranate molasses contains pomegranate juice, sugar and lemon juice. Pomegranates are a sweet fruit with a hint of tartness that originally grew in tropical Asia. Pomegranate molasses is a simple concoction of pomegranate juice, sugar and lemon juice. Therefore, you can get the same health benefits from pomegranate molasses as you can from pomegranate juice. Pomegranate juice contains antioxidants and B vitamins that provide various health benefits. Advertisement Immune System Benefits Pomegranate molasses contains antioxidants, mainly vitamin C, that are beneficial to your immune system....

Dehydration can contribute to flu-like symptoms after exercise. Image Credit: Totojang/iStock/GettyImages Feeling sick after a workout can be discouraging. Exercise is supposed to make your body healthier and make you feel better, but there are times when you finish a workout and feel clammy and nauseated. This is due to a number of factors, all of which can make fitness an unpleasant experience. Advertisement By understanding the specific processes that your body undergoes while you work out, you can become more aware of how to handle the rush of hormones and your flu-like symptoms after an hour at the gym or a tough run....

Practicing belly breathing can help you hold your breath longer (and bring down your stress, too). Image Credit: damircudic/E+/GettyImages In This Article Average Time Factors Benefits of Greater Lung Capacity How to Hold Your Breath Longer Is it bad to only be able to hold your breath for 30 seconds? What about 45 seconds or a minute? Advertisement Lots of things can affect your ability to hang on to a big gulp of air, and it's normal for different people to be able to hold their breath for different lengths of time....

There is no set number of squats that you should do, it all depends on effort. Image Credit: kovaciclea/E+/GettyImages Squats are among the best exercises you can do to get a great butt. They target all of the gluteal muscles and work your legs as well. However, getting a great butt with squats is not about how many you do. Advertisement It's the frequency and intensity of the exercise that matters....

Four pounds in two weeks may not seem like much, but it can make a difference in how you feel. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/Getty Images Your beach vacation is two weeks away, and you want to shed some weight before donning your swimsuit. While there are some diets that claim they can help you lose a lot of weight fast, they’re usually not the safest, and you’ll end up regaining most of the weight as quickly as you lost it....

A person weigh herself on the scale. Image Credit: SHOONER/RelaXimages/Cultura/Getty Images One of the first you want to know about any diet program is how much weight you are likely to lose on the plan. It’s important to find a diet plan that offers realistic weight loss instead of unhealthy diets that result mainly in the loss of water weight. The well-known diet program Nutrisystem bases its meal plan on calorie and portion control aimed at providing steady, sustainable weight loss....

The best way to cook tough cuts of meat, such as beef shoulder, is to braise them. Cooked low and slow in the oven, beef shoulder becomes a savory dish that will wow your guests. This cut is inexpensive and versatile, offering both flavor and nutrition. Although it can be a bit tough, it becomes tender when prepared the right way. Advertisement Tip The best way to cook tough cuts of meat, such as beef shoulder, is to braise them....

Creatine is vital to the production of the energy that powers muscles. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Your body makes chains of amino acids to create new proteins, and creatine is one such amino acid. You can produce your own supply of creatine, and the nutrient is also present in meats. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe creatine supplements to help with a medical condition or to treat a deficiency. Do not supplement without medical supervision, and follow your doctor’s instructions to avoid potential health problems....

“If exercise was a pill, it would be the best-selling pill of all time.” Image Credit: Milan Stojanovic/iStock/Getty Images One of the most well-known strength and conditioning coaches, Dan John, once said, “If exercise was a pill, it would be the best-selling pill of all time.” Advertisement This statement is bold -- but true. The benefits of exercise range from decreasing body fat and increasing lean muscle mass to improving healthy blood markers and overall health and happiness....

No, you don't need to avoid the sugar in fruit. Image Credit: Oscar Wong/Moment/GettyImages Paying attention to your sugar intake is a smart move when you’re trying to lose weight. But getting added sugar right isn’t always easy, and some of the strategies you think might be helpful could actually make it harder to reach your goals. Advertisement Here, nutrition experts share where you might be going wrong with the sweet stuff — and how to strike a healthy balance that will work in the long run....

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Fish is a significant source of L-arginine. Image Credit: margouillatphotos/iStock/Getty Images L-arginine is the natural form of the amino acid arginine that you find in food, but manufacturers can also synthesize it to create L-arginine dietary supplements. L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate, or AAKG, is a complex dietary supplement that contains alpha-ketoglutarate—a salt-derived from glutaric acid. Speak to your healthcare provider before choosing between these supplements or using any type of dietary supplement....

Young people holding weights in the swimming pool. Image Credit: kzenon/iStock/Getty Images Exercising in the water is a great way to get a good workout in without excessive impact on your limbs and joints, not to mention that it’s a lot of fun. Using the water to work your abdominal muscles can give you a greater variety of exercises than doing so on land. Advertisement Water Crunches For a killer ab workout, try doing crunches in the pool....

Enjoy an indulgent-tasting muffin for breakfast — this one has plenty of protein to keep you satisfied all morning. Image Credit: Yumna Jawad/LIVESTRONG.com Just thinking about a delicious muffin studded with apples and scented with cinnamon would be enough to get us out of bed in the morning. Advertisement Of course, a muffin isn't usually what we think of as a healthy breakfast, but recipe developer and food blogger Yumna Jawad of Feel Good Foodie has solved that problem by strategically upgrading the ingredients....

Fiber one bars can be good for your diet in moderation. Image Credit: kasia2003/iStock/GettyImages Fiber One produces a variety of products, including bars, sweet treats, bites, cereals and bread products. These bars come in 14 different types. Although these products are typically low in calories and rich in fiber and protein, they contain a fair amount of added sugars. Advertisement Read more: 19 High-Fiber Foods — Some May Surprise You! Video of the Day Tip Fiber One bars can be a healthy part of a diet when consumed in moderation....

Behind-the-neck presses require good shoulder mobility. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images The shoulder press reigns supreme when it comes to training the anterior deltoids, or fronts of the shoulders. However, this simple exercise isn’t so simple when you start to examine it. Proper form can make or break the effectiveness of the move. Advertisement Pressing in front of the face is often the way it's prescribed, with the intention of preventing shoulder injury....

Bland foods such as toast are ideal for an upset stomach. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Bland foods may not be appetizing, but they are ideal for an upset stomach. They allow your stomach and intestines to heal. An upset stomach is commonly referred to as gastroenteritis. The condition is common and has a variety of causes ranging from viruses to eating contaminated food to taking certain medications. Symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting....

An accurate weigh-in is essential for measuring BMI. Image Credit: Kanawa_Studio/iStock/Getty Images Body mass index is a simple tool that estimates body fatness using a mathematical formula. The only instruments necessary to measure your BMI are a scale, a tape measure – to determine your height – and a calculator. If you’re unsure exactly how to estimate your BMI, talk to your doctor. Your doctor will most likely calculate your BMI every time you go in for a check-up or a sick visit....

Woman boxing at a gym. The keys to losing weight are maintaining a healthy and nutritious diet and consistently engaging in various cardiovascular exercises. People seeking a challenging, new workout can try boxing as a form of losing weight. You don't necessarily have to get in the ring with an opponent; the workout itself is an effective way to shed some pounds. Advertisement Why Boxing Workouts? Woman with boxing gloves on punching bag....