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Getting an early start on your workout may not always be in your best interest. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Getty Images Early morning exercise is a positive way to start your day and gets that pesky workout out of the way first thing. While there are many positive aspects to working out during the early morning hours, there are also several dangers you should be aware of. Sometimes it may be worth the inconvenience to exercise later in the day after your body has a chance to get going....

Boxing is a great workout. Image Credit: Hello Lovely/DigitalVision/GettyImages Calorie burn is a complex calculation based on many factors, including age, sex, body weight, intensity and genetic factors. According to Valdosta State University, boxing calories burned per hour while using a heavy bag range from 354 for a 130-pound person to 558 if you weigh 205 pounds. Advertisement Since punching bag workouts can vary greatly in duration and intensity, your best bet for tracking calorie burn is to wear a fitness tracker with a heart rate monitor....

Exercising and not eating can make you lose weight, but it's not safe. Image Credit: Bine Å edivy/iStock/Getty Images You probably know that the most effective way to lose weight is to eat fewer calories while burning more calories through exercise. Although you might think that exercising vigorously and not eating at all can make you lose weight even faster, that doesn’t represent a wise approach. You need to take in some nutrition in order to support your exercise routine, and you actually can start to burn muscle tissue instead of fat if you don’t eat enough while exercising....

One reason cantaloupe is good for you is because it's full of beta-carotene, the nutrient that gives it its bright orange color. Image Credit: margouillatphotos/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Nutrition Facts Health Benefits Health Risks Tips and Recipes A sweet and juicy slice of cantaloupe may just seem like a delicious summer treat, but there's more to this melon than its flavor. Advertisement Cantaloupe is an excellent source of vitamins A and C and contains several other essential nutrients our bodies need to thrive....

Thermogenic exercise gels are growing in popularity, but are they safe? Image Credit: Mykola Sosiukin/iStock/GettyImages There are a few different things you probably think to lather on before heading out for a workout. For starters, SPF. Maybe a little bit of Body Glide or another anti-chafing product. But have you given topical thermogenic exercise gels — such as Sweet Sweat — a try? Advertisement If you've never heard of thermogenic exercise gels, a little background: When applied to the body prior to effort, these substances are intended to support circulation and increase sweat, without demanding that the wearer works harder or longer....

Dandelion root. Image Credit: desy_sevdanova/iStock/Getty Images Dandelion has been used medicinally for centuries by many cultural groups ranging from Arabic to Native American Indians. It is now used for a wide variety of medical conditions, but there is not enough scientific information to determine if it is effective for any of them. First talk to your health care provider before using dandelion medicinally. Advertisement Preparation and Dosing Dandelion root has been used in daily doses of 9 to 12 g when prepared as a tea for treating digestive problems....

Tofu is a great food if you have gallstones. Image Credit: Mizina/iStock/GettyImages Gallbladder pain from gallstones can be incredibly uncomfortable. There are a number of different things that contribute to gallbladder problems, but tweaking your diet can help you avoid gallbladder attacks. Replace high-fat foods and refined carbohydrates with more nutrient-dense options. Advertisement Tip If you have gallbladder problems, ditch high-fat proteins and refined carbs in favor of omega-3s and fiber-rich foods....

A lean protein and vegetable wrap can be a healthy lunch for weight loss. Image Credit: Howard Shooter/Dorling Kindersley RF/Getty Images When you are trying to lose weight and avoid high-calorie fast food, wraps are options that you can pack and carry with you for lunch. By choosing your ingredients carefully and varying your choices, you can use lunch wraps to help you lose weight and prevent boredom on your diet....

Herbal tea may help with symptoms associated with hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is the medical term for an underactive thyroid. Underactive thyroids do not produce sufficient amount of certain hormones. According to MayoClinic.com, women over the age of 50 are more likely to develop this condition. If left untreated, hypothyroidism may lead to joint pain, obesity, heart disease and possible infertility. Herbal teas may help soothe some symptoms associated with this condition. Talk with your health-care provider before using herbs to treat this or any other health condition....

Muhammad Ali, with his wife, is handed an award by Jennifer Lopez back in 2013. Image Credit: John Sciulli/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images Muhammad Ali is considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. The charismatic Ali ranked No. 3 on ESPN’s list of the greatest athletes of the 20th century behind Michael Jordan and Babe Ruth. Ali’s speed, quickness and athleticism belied his training style. He was not known for his effort in training camp....

Some people think that the best way to cook marinated chicken tenders involves using Italian dressing. Image Credit: LauriPatterson/E+/GettyImages Some people think that the best way to cook marinated chicken tenders involves using Italian dressing. Because the dressing has the three essentials of a good marinade ⁠— oil, vinegar and seasonings ⁠— it’s an easy way to tenderize the meat and impart flavor. Advertisement Tip To bake chicken strips in Italian dressing, coat the chicken in the dressing and marinate for 30 minutes....

A woman jogging with a stroller with a running group. Image Credit: julief514/iStock/Getty Images There’s no question that running while pushing a jogging stroller provides a more strenuous workout than running alone. Figuring out exactly how many more calories you’re burning while running with the added effort of pushing your child in a stroller, however, is no sweat. A host of calorie calculators, many of them free, are available online so with the click of a button you can easily figure out how much more effective your workouts are with your child in tow....

Cook deer meat properly so that it doesn't turn out tough and dry. Image Credit: LauriPatterson/E+/GettyImages Deer meat — also referred to as venison — is tender, moist and flavorful when prepared correctly. When it hasn’t, the result is a dry, tough and unappetizing meal. Ensure a tender piece of deer meat is served to your family and guests by following a few basic preparation. Advertisement Things You'll Need Deer meat Plastic container Meat tenderizer tool 4 tbsp....

1 of 14 Overview Additives are used in commercial breads for various reasons. Antioxidants prevent spoiling and extend shelf life; dough conditioners achieve a desired texture; sweeteners are used for flavor enhancement and to retain moisture. These additives usually have scary chemical names, and some may indeed be quite harmful to human health. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the agency responsible for ensuring the safety of most packaged foods, does not require testing of new additives before allowing them for use in food....

references Clinical Nutrition: "Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of the effects of probiotics on functional constipation in adults" It's easier than ever to get a probiotic fix in the form of a snack — no yogurt necessary. Image Credit: Laura Reid/Moment/GettyImages Image Credit: Laura Reid/Moment/GettyImages Visit Page https://www.amazon.com Cottage cheese, a more savory and salty alternative to yogurt, is packed with good-for-you probiotics and a whole lot of proein. Image Credit: Good Culture...

Cabbage can cause diarrhea if you have a fructan intolerance. Image Credit: Lilechka75/iStock/Getty Images Cabbage soup is a savory vegetable stew often made with carrots, celery, onion, tomatoes, spices and of course, cabbage. It can be prepared a variety of ways. But as delicious as it can be, cabbage can cause diarrhea. Advertisement Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable, along with broccoli, cauliflower, kale and bok choy, to name a few. Per the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, cruciferous vegetables are packed with nutrients that help support overall wellbeing, including: Video of the Day Fiber Folate Vitamin K Vitamin A Vitamin C...

Avoid falling for sneaky packaging claims on food products by reading the ingredients and nutrition labels. Image Credit: Aja Koska/E+/GettyImages In This Article 'Multi-Grain' 'Gluten-Free' 'Organic' 'No Refined Sugar' 'Vegan' 'Hormone-Free' 'Net Carbs' 'Reduced-Fat' 'Fruit-Flavored' It's easy to fall for packaging claims on food products when they're telling you everything you want to hear: "sugar-free," "gluten-free," "organic," "low-calorie." But just like with the eligible beaus on your dating apps, you need to look beyond these "promises" and do a little digging before you decide to swipe right and add them to your cart....

If you have back pain, you can still safely strengthen your abs. Image Credit: Blend Images - JGI/Jamie Grill/Tetra images/GettyImages When Benjamin Franklin famously said that nothing is certain in life except death and taxes, he should have added back pain to the list. It afflicts about 80 percent of adults at some point in their lives, and it’s the biggest cause of job-related disability. Advertisement For most back pain, exercise is widely regarded as the best medicine....

The bench press is still the king of chest exercises. Image Credit: vovashevchuk/iStock/Getty Images With no access to a weight rack and workout bench, you turn to push-ups to build up your chest. Although push-ups are a killer overall exercise, lots of people consider them no match for the weight you can heft with a bar and iron plates. Advertisement It's true, a push-up just can't replace a bench press if you're looking for massive gains and already benching a lot more pounds than your body weight....

Most vitamin supplements don't cause dizziness when taken as directed. Image Credit: IvancoVlad/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve experienced dizziness since starting supplements, you may be wondering: can vitamins make you dizzy? Generally, they don’t, but certain high-dose vitamin or mineral supplements could make you feel dizzy — or experience other side effects — while taking them. Advertisement ​Read more:​ How to Determine if a Vitamin or Supplement Is Actually Right for You Video of the Day Most Supplements Won’t Cause Dizziness Between individual vitamin and mineral supplements, multivitamins, and herbal supplements, there are thousands of dietary supplements and vitamin products on the market today....