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It is fine to take magnesium and iron supplements together. Image Credit: Noraishah Mohd Tahir / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Magnesium and iron are two essential minerals used for a variety of processes in the body. Even though you should speak to your doctor about taking magnesium and iron supplements at the same time, there is no evidence that the two supplements negatively interact. Advertisement Tip Magnesium and iron supplements are typically fine to take together, but check with your doctor....

Citrus fruits are packed with nutrients and offer a host of health benefits. Image Credit: Ales Munt / 500px/500Px Plus/GettyImages Citrus fruits offer a host of health benefits, but is there a downside to oranges, lemons and the like? It’s been debated if citrus fruits are foods that cause canker sores. But more research is needed on the exact causes of canker sores, including if these fruits specifically can cause them....

Focus on foods that contain protein, vitamin C, vitamin A and zinc when trying to boost your body’s wound-healing ability. Image Credit: golubovy/iStock/GettyImages Your body needs good nutrition for healing. If you have skin that’s not healing, you may need more of certain nutrients to boost your immune system and collagen rebuilding process. Advertisement Certain macronutrients and micronutrients improve your body's own natural healing abilities. Slow wound healing can signal a vitamin deficiency (or a mineral or protein deficiency)....

Creatine is linked to improvements in muscle growth and athletic performance. Image Credit: mrcmos/iStock/Getty Images Americans purchase more than 1.8 million pounds of creatine per year, according to the National Institutes of Health. In supplemental form, creatine can improve athletic performance by increasing your muscle capacity. However, it’s not the type of supplement that will help you lose weight – at least not initially. If you’re looking to lose belly fat quickly, avoid creatine supplements....

Cycling can help you build the cardiovascular endurance that's needed for running, but it won't necessarily help you run faster. Image Credit: Solskin/DigitalVision/GettyImages Riding a bike does not help you to run faster. This is primarily because of differences in the way your muscles are used in biking and running as well as the specific patterns of movement required for each activity. In order to become a faster runner, you have to train by running....

Increasing circulating folate levels using a vitamin that contains folic acid stabilizes menstrual cycles. Image Credit: Lisovskaya/iStock/GettyImages Since 1998, the U.S. Government has insisted that manufacturers fortify grain products with folic acid. This change dramatically decreased cases of folate deficiency, according to a March 2018 article in the British Medical Journal. By keeping folate high, neural tube defects in children have also decreased. Researchers have also described a relationship between folic acid and women’s periods....

A glass of grape juice on a table. Image Credit: DAJ/amana images/Getty Images Whether it destroys your appetite, gives you heartburn or simply makes you uncomfortable, gastritis can be an extremely unpleasant condition. When a painful inflammation spreads across the stomach’s inner lining, it has little opportunity to heal as it comes into contact with foods and beverages several times throughout the day. To encourage proper healing of gastritis, your doctor might recommend avoiding any type of acidic food or beverage, which may include grape juice....

There are a variety of health risk associated with low BMI. Image Credit: Moyo Studio/E+/GettyImages According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 39.8 percent of U.S. adults in 2015 had obesity, so public focus tends to center on the negative health consequences of excess weight. The ​health risks​ associated with low BMI, or body mass index, though, are discussed less frequently. Advertisement Tip A BMI of less than 18....

Grill your meat and poultry instead of frying it. Image Credit: Magone/iStock/Getty Images Choosing lean meats and skinless, unbreaded poultry helps keep your overall calorie intake low while meeting your daily protein needs. Most adults eat more than just a 1-ounce portion of meat or poultry. According to MedlinePlus, one serving size of meat or poultry is about the size of the palm of your hand or a deck or cards – which is about a 3-ounce portion....

Enjoy Lindt chocolate truffles in moderation to keep calories low. Image Credit: graletta/iStock/Getty Images Lindt Lindor Truffles are chocolate candies filled with a creamy chocolate mousse. Rich in flavor, Lindt truffles are also rich in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation by those looking to shed pounds or maintain a healthy weight. Advertisement Calories According to the Daily Plate, Lindt chocolate truffles contain 73 calories each. A regular-size package of Lindt truffles has 12 pieces of candy for a total of 876 calories per package....

You can slim down in four weeks. Image Credit: daizuoxin/iStock/Getty Images Setting a specific duration of time to diet can motivate you to remain disciplined in order to reach your goal. Four weeks is a long enough period for you to establish healthy habits while also seeing results for your efforts. A number of factors go into determining how much weight you can lose in four weeks; combine healthy lifestyle habits with a sound diet and exercise program to see the best results....

The best way to cook a rump roast in the oven is slow-cooking it in low heat. Image Credit: Fotoatelie/iStock/GettyImages In This Article What Is It? Recipe Sides to Try Beef roast doesn't have to be expensive, and there are plenty of rump roast recipes out there to choose from that make the perfect star of any dinner. Advertisement With this particular cut of meat, you have to be careful to cook it for the right amount of time at the right temperature so that it comes out juicy, especially if you're cooking rump roast in the oven....

A N.Y. strip steak on a chopping board. Image Credit: AVNphotolab/iStock/Getty Images The naturally tender New York strip steak becomes even more succulent when cooked quickly over dry heat. Cooking over high heat produces a nice crust while keeping the interior tender. The seared outside helps keep moisture and flavor in. Use a meat thermometer to prevent overcooking, cooking to 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 160 F for medium and 170 F for well-done....

Cream of chicken soup may be your secret weapon in preventing chicken breasts from drying out. Image Credit: Getty Images/anandaBGD Nuggets, strips, drumsticks or wings, chicken is quite the chameleon of protein. And folks love their chicken so much that it’s the most-consumed meat in the U.S., with Americans forking into more poultry than any other country in the world, according to the National Chicken Council. Advertisement Read more: How to Grill the Perfect Burger, According to a Chef Video of the Day Given these stats, we bet you're familiar with how easy it is to overcook chicken breasts, turning them into dry, boring pieces of protein....

Rice is in an open lid rice cooker. Image Credit: venusphoto/iStock/Getty Images Typical instructions for cooking rice on the stove include covering the rice after it boils. This steams the rice in addition to simmering. However, covering the pan and trapping the steam can also lead to bubbles forming in the starchy water, and these can multiply to the point that they push the pot lid up and boil over, even if the heat is set on low....

Avoiding distractions and being present while you eat can help you feel full and prevent overeating. Image Credit: Gettyimages/ Erik Isakson Want to feel fuller on less food? You might be raising a skeptical brow, thinking, Not another weight-loss gimmick. But if you’re smart about how and what you eat, you can consume fewer calories — without over-restricting or depriving yourself — and still feel satisfied. Advertisement Whether you're watching your weight or just trying to avoid a holiday food hangover, these healthy tips from Chelsea Oarr, RD, CDN, a dietitian at The NY Nutrition Group, will help curb your appetite while keeping your belly rumbles at bay....

Use any shape glass to layer a crumbled cake with fruit and cream to make individual trifles. Image Credit: olgakr/iStock/Getty Images You work hard to make a cake, and then it comes out of the oven dry and crumbly. A cake can crumble for a variety of reasons: overmixed batter, too much flour, not enough sugar or not enough shortening. When you bake your cake, make sure you use the flour your recipes calls for, preheat your oven and bake the cake at the correct temperature....

Building visible abs takes dedication in your workouts and in the kitchen. Image Credit: Maskot/Maskot/GettyImages Many set out to sculpt abs, but few actually do. What separates the ab-seekers from the ab-havers is that the ab-havers understand sculpting a tortoise shell tummy is a two-part process. Advertisement On one hand, you need to bulk up those abdominal muscles. And on the other, you need to fine-tune your food choices. Advertisement "Visible abs are made in the kitchen ‌and‌ the gym," Libby Landry, CF-L3, CrossFit coach at CrossFit Invictus, tells LIVESTRONG....

Yawning is an obvious sign of sleep deprivation, but some of the other tip-offs you're not getting adequate shut-eye are more subtle. Image Credit: Marco VDM/E+/GettyImages In This Article Signs of Sleep Deprivation When to See a Doctor Treatment Many people wear lack of sleep like a badge of honor, taking pride in pulling an all-nighter or surviving on five hours a night. Advertisement But skipping sleep shouldn't be valued as a sign of strength or productivity....

Regular exercise is one research-backed way to lower stress and support good gut health. Image Credit: Thomas Barwick/DigitalVision/GettyImages Stress is something we all deal with, but when we’re chronically in a state of stress, our body — and especially our gut health — can feel the effects. The good news is that you can reduce the effects of stress on your gut. Advertisement How Does Stress Affect the Gut? First, let’s break down how stress can affect your gastrointestinal system....