Oven cook ground turkey the same as you do ground beef. Whatever you can cook in your oven using ground beef you can also cook using ground turkey. Just as when you use ground beef, the leaner the meat, the greater the health benefits, but the more care you must take to avoid a dry and tasteless meal. This is especially true if you use ground turkey breast, which is about 99 percent lean....
A hunk of muscle from the heavily exercised shoulder of the beef, the chuck may not be the tenderest roast, but it is definitely one of the most flavorful. Simmering the meat gently in the Crock-Pot breaks down the tough fibers and creates a succulent roast you can cut with a fork. The addition of vegetables turns this simple roast into a hearty, healthy, one-pot feast. Add a salad and crusty bread and you're all set....
A woman is working with her bike. Image Credit: aleksey_rezin/iStock/Getty Images If you’re doing something like traveling with your bike, either by plane or having it shipped somewhere, you’ll have to disassemble it before boxing it up. While you could pay a professional at your local bike shop to do this, it’s fairly easy to do on your own. If you have a few simple tools and an hour or so of time to spare, save the cash for your trip and disassemble your bike yourself....
1 of 12 Overview Between Atkins, Paleo and the Keto Diet, the last 15 years have been tough on carbohydrates. The low-carb craze is still going strong and, no question, limiting your portions of carb-heavy foods can be key for losing or maintaining your weight. But — unless, of course, you have a health condition that requires it — cutting out carbs completely isn't typically the answer. Not only do carbs provide energy to help you keep up with your busy and active lifestyle, but carb-rich foods also have loads of nutritional value that you'll miss out on if you ban them completely....
Easing back into an exercise routine (or starting one) is one important way to support your heart health. Image Credit: StefaNikolic/E+/GettyImages As we continue to live with COVID-19, researchers are learning more and more about the havoc it can wreak on the human body. While initially just thought of as a respiratory illness, COVID-19 has been found to affect far more than just the lungs. Advertisement In fact, a growing number of studies are finding that COVID long-haulers, or people who have symptoms long after being infected with the virus, are experiencing an increase in heart failure....
A bowl of oatmeal with sliced banana on top. Image Credit: YelenaYemchuk/iStock/Getty Images If you are a male athlete serious about improving your performance in sports like basketball, football, track, long-distance running, swimming, tennis or baseball, you may need to follow a 4,000-calorie meal plan to obtain the nutrients your body needs. Simply eating 4,000 calories daily isn’t enough, however – the majority of your caloric intake should come from meals low in fat, sugar and sodium and dense with lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables....
1 of 11 Overview While listening to romantic music or snuggling up to your partner might help put you in the mood, research shows that eating certain foods may play a larger role in a woman's sexual health. "A woman's overall health plays a big role in her sexual well-being and can positively affect conditions she may be suffering in the bedroom. Chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs), yeast overgrowth, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), vaginal dryness or moodiness and irritability are just some of the problems that can plague many women, making intimacy a dreaded task instead of the sensual and enjoyable experience it should be," says Misti Gueron, M....
Diastasis recti is common among postpartum people, but it can affect anyone and can lead to a weakened core. Image Credit: miniseries/E+/GettyImages You might have heard from your postpartum friend about diastasis recti (DR), a condition often associated with the separation of your abdominal muscles during pregnancy. But anyone can develop DR, and some are more likely than others. For example, those who have diabetes or obesity are at higher risk....
Jump rope is an easy, minimal-equipment way to get your heart rate up. Image Credit: Innocenti/Cultura/GettyImages Combining strength training and cardio in the same workout is a fantastic way to multitask. From increasing endurance to blasting calories to building lean muscle to gaining strength, consider the two a perfect pair. Advertisement Strength training builds muscle, which can help boost your metabolism and burn more calories at rest, according to the Mayo Clinic....
You can't have an affective dumbbell chest workout with chest flyes. Image Credit: Getty Images/JGI/Tom Grill Push-ups are among the best and most popular full-body exercises out there, strengthening your chest, arms, upper back and abs, as well as your glutes, hip flexors and lower back. But if you absolutely despise this exercise, where does that leave you? Advertisement Before you start stressing, read this: There are plenty of challenging chest exercises out there that aren't push-ups....
Hold the added salt and butter for a heart-healthy egg and veggie breakfast. Image Credit: icarmen13/iStock/GettyImages Ah, the incredible, edible egg — but what if you have hypertension (aka high blood pressure)? Diet has a direct impact on heart health and blood pressure, so you may be wondering how often the breakfast staple should be on your menu — if at all. Here’s what to know about eggs and blood pressure....
Fresh parsley. Image Credit: bulentozber/iStock/Getty Images Celery and parsley come from the same botanical family as carrots, parsnips, dill, fennel and hundreds of other well-known plants. Although the crisp, fibrous stalks that make up a typical head of celery don’t bear much resemblance to the abundant, aromatic green leaves of fresh parsley, the two foods are closely related. Advertisement Celery Americans are most familiar with pascal celery, a highly cultivated variety that’s considerably less stringy than wild celery....
The type of row you do depends on what part of the back you are looking to develop. Image Credit: dolgachov/iStock/GettyImages Once upon a time, T-bar rows were the king of exercises for building a wide back. Has the barbell row replaced them? Not necessarily; the exercise you choose depends on the equipment available and which parts of your back you’re looking to develop. Advertisement Meet the Barbell Row Bent-over barbell rows give you an easy, flexible apparatus for lifting a lot of weight and working all your major back muscles at once — just pick up a properly weighted bar, and go....
bloody mary drink Image Credit: shutterbugger/iStock/Getty Images A bloody Mary is a libation made by combining vodka, tomato juice, spices including horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, salt and pepper. It’s often garnished using celery and olives. Cocktail Times reports that the bloody Mary was invented in the 1920s by Fernand Petiot at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris. Now, the bloody Mary is a ubiquitous American cocktail. A variety of pre-made mixes are sold at markets and liquor supply stores....
A knife spreading butter on toast. Image Credit: Hue/amanaimagesRF/amana images/Getty Images Skipping milk-based foods is often essential when you’re lactose-intolerant. Because your body doesn’t have adequate levels of lactase, the enzyme required to break down lactose, you can experience some uncomfortable side effects when lactose hits your gut. While butter does contain the milk sugar known as lactose, it probably won’t cause major issues, unless you’re highly sensitive to lactose....
Some crackers are better than others when losing weight. Image Credit: Andrei Iakhniuk/iStock/GettyImages Certain types of crackers aren’t the best choice when you’re trying to lose weight and reduce your chronic disease risks. But you can include specific varieties of healthy crackers — in moderation — in any reduced-calorie meal plan and effectively lose weight. Advertisement Add weight-loss-enhancing, protein-rich foods to your crackers to make an excellent healthy weight-loss snack. Video of the Day Tip Healthy crackers, such as those made from whole grains, may support your weight-loss efforts....
Pure maple sugar being tapped from a tree. Grade A pure maple syrup is a suitable option for the Master Cleanse, as is any pure maple syrup. However, subsisting on the Master Cleanse beverage -- which, along with the syrup, contains just water, lemon juice and cayenne pepper -- is not a healthy way to lose weight as it deprives you of important nutrients. Advertisement Maple vs. Table Syrup The Master Cleanse drink requires pure maple syrup rather than the table syrup you’ll find at most diners, which costs less but contains high-fructose corn syrup rather than maple....
Chia seeds are good for pregnant women. Image Credit: happy_lark/iStock/GettyImages Packed with important nutrients, chia seeds should be considered as one of your healthy pregnancy superfoods. Chia seeds are loaded with protein, vitamins and fatty acids that help ensure the proper development of your growing baby. As an expectant mother, these tiny seeds can help give you the energy boost your body needs for a healthy delivery. Advertisement Tip Chia seeds are safe to eat during pregnancy and are an excellent addition to your diet, offering omega fatty acids and essential nutrients needed for the growth and overall health of your baby....
Skip the drive-thru and try these lower-calorie chicken sandwich recipes at home. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages What’s the most all-American comfort food sandwich? You might guess the hamburger, but according to a new DoorDash report, the most-ordered meal of the past six months — prime pandemic time — is a chicken sandwich with fries. Advertisement While chicken breast is one of the best lean proteins, restaurant chicken sandwiches often come battered, deep-fried and dressed with sugary or fat-laden sauces....
Quench your thirst and fix your dehydration with a tall, cool glass of water. Image Credit: Milan_Jovic/E+/GettyImages If you’re feeling thirsty, you may be dehydrated. When it comes to replenishing your fluid losses, you may wonder whether you would be better off with plain water or Gatorade for dehydration. Well, that depends, but in most cases, water makes the best choice for rehydration. Advertisement Dehydration occurs when a person loses more fluid from his body than he takes in....
