Too much of any kind of food can potentially be harmful, especially when consumed in one sitting. Image Credit: Christian Horz / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Those big bags of movie theater popcorn are tempting, but are they really that much worse than a generous bowl of homemade, air-popped popcorn? As it turns out, the pitfalls of eating too much popcorn change dramatically when comparing the different forms in which people commonly indulge....
You can overcome the disadvantages of genetically modified food by purchasing organic products. Image Credit: Claudia Totir/Moment/GettyImages Manufacturers tout the benefits of genetically modified food. Yet scientists have failed to get consensus on the safety of these products. That’s because genetically modified organisms, GMOs, have many disadvantages. Being aware of these problems will help you make wise decisions for the environment, your children and yourself. Advertisement Read more: Pros & Cons of GMO Foods Video of the Day Understand Genetic Changes Biochemists made a reasonable assumption during the early days of genetic engineering....
Fatty, calorie-dense avocados are a fruit. Image Credit: coldsnowstorm/iStock/GettyImages Weight-loss programs always feature prominently in the media. But did you know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate roughly 1.5 percent of U.S. adults age 20 and over are struggling with a different problem? They’re underweight and need to gain weight. Advertisement Strategies for Safe Weight Gain If you’re underweight, see a doctor or dietitian for an evaluation to determine the cause....
Of people who experience endometriosis, 5 to 10 percent develop lesions in the bowel. Image Credit: m-gucci/iStock/GettyImages You might be surprised to learn that endometriosis, the condition that causes unwanted tissue to accumulate outside of the uterus, can become so widespread that it affects areas of your gastrointestinal (GI) system. Here’s what you need to know. Advertisement Endometriosis Stomach Problems Up to 10 percent of women of reproductive age are affected by endometriosis, according to an article published in BMJ Case Reports in 2015....
Brita filters can help turn contaminated tap water into healthier drinking water. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages In This Article How Do Brita Filters Work? Are Brita Filters Safe? Replacing Your Filter What Does Brita Filter Out? How to Choose a Water Filter Having clean drinking water isn't just important for the sake of great taste. Contaminants commonly found in drinking water, including chemicals and organic materials, can pose serious health risks. This is why water filtration systems, like Brita, are so popular....
When you bake pork chops, make sure you cook them at a moderate temperature between 375 and 425 degrees Fahrenheit, to help prevent them from drying out. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/iStock/GettyImages The pork chop cooking temp you choose can make a difference in how tender and juicy the pork chops come out. In addition to cooking temp, you should pay attention to how you prepare the pork chops. When prepared well, baked pork chops can be a nutritious main course....
woman eating bowl of fruit Image Credit: Hongqi Zhang/iStock/Getty Images Your body needs fuel in the form of food every day, but the wrong kind of fuel can lead to health problems. A balanced diet consists of fruits, vegetables, low-fat or fat-free dairy, whole grains, protein and fats, but it limits cholesterol, saturated fats, trans fats and sodium. When poor eating habits spiral out of control, it could cause serious health problems down the road....
The amount of time that food is safe after thawing varies by the method used to thaw it. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages Although it might be common practice, defrosting meat at room temperature can lead bacterial growth. There are three ways you can safely thaw meat, and the amount of time you have to cook meat varies depending on how it was thawed. Advertisement If you need to thaw something quick, you can use the microwave....
A device to measure speed and distance on the frame of a bicycle. Image Credit: inurbanspace/iStock/Getty Images The relationship between miles per hour (MPH) and revolutions per minute (RPM) is useful for learning how to pace when cycling. Many stationary bikes and outdoor bikes have technology that provides metrics. However, you may find it necessary and helpful to manually convert between MPH and RPM readings. By determining your bike’s unique conversion factor, you will be able to move between MPH and RPM with one-step arithmetic....
Staying hydrated is key to battling a food hangover. Image Credit: cyano66/iStock/GettyImages We’ve all lived this scenario: You head out for a night of fun with friends and, despite your best intentions, you eat the burger. And the fries. And the milkshake… Even if there’s no alcohol involved, you still wake up the next morning feeling groggy, bloated and battling a headache. What gives? Advertisement That's a food hangover, or a group of symptoms that feels similar to a regular hangover, but was induced by overeating....
Eating chocolate can be part of a healthy diet. Image Credit: AnnaPustynnikova/iStock/GettyImages Good news for chocoholics everywhere: You can eat chocolate and still lose weight. Dark chocolate is lower in sugar than milk chocolate — the darker the better. When you eat a small amount in place of other higher-calorie sweets, you can curb your sweet tooth and cut calories at the same time. Advertisement Chocolate Bar Basics Not all chocolate is created equal when it comes to weight loss and overall health benefits....
The humble taco continues to inspire culinary creativity across the globe. Image Credit: Jackie Newgent, RDN/LIVESTRONG The humble taco continues to inspire culinary creativity across the globe — just take the Korean barbecue-filled tacos of Los Angeles and the chicken tikka masala tacos of New York City. The tortilla is more or less a blank canvas, ready to be filled with whatever ingredients your heart desires — from roasted sweet potatoes and salty feta to oven-fried avocado and spicy beet salsa....
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Caregivers often overlook the importance of caring for themselves. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s a necessary practice for everyone, and especially for the millions of caregivers who work tirelessly to care for someone with a long-term illness or disability. Advertisement About one in five adults in the U.S. is a caregiver, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and about a third of them devote at least 20 hours a week to the task....
Simple breathing exercises are a powerful technique to help with stress management. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Even before the novel coronavirus, stress was at an all-time high. Then the pandemic hit, and the average stress level of Americans jumped from 4.1 to 5.1 (out of 10), according to surveys conducted in May and June 2020 by the American Psychological Association. Advertisement "Many Americans are balancing the demands of daily life, like work, school, family and finances, as well as larger social issues like poverty and racism," explains Emily Guarnotta, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in Merrick, New York....
Cereal with colourful marshmallows. Image Credit: pamela_d_mcadams/iStock/Getty Images It’s important to know which cereals contain pork derivatives if you’re a strict vegetarian or if you do not eat pork for religious reasons. Although it might seem surprising, some cereals contain traces of pork in the form of gelatin made from bones, cartilage, tendons and skin, as explained by CyberParent.com. Marshmallows are usually the culprit, and rarely, frosted cereals are a problem as well....
Baked Beans & Weight Loss Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages If you love baked beans, it’s good to know that this classic comfort food can be a healthy addition to your weight-loss program under certain circumstances. Beans are nutritious — low in fat and calories and high in dietary fiber — and they are also a good source of protein and minerals. However most baked bean dishes contain sugar — sometimes a lot of it....
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How many calories you burn while deadlifting depends on several different factors. Image Credit: Augustas Cetkauskas/iStock/GettyImages The calories burned in a deadlift can depend on a number of factors, such as the type of lift, your weight and how intense you choose to lift. Anyone who adds this challenging movement to their weightlifting regimen could get rewarded with better overall power and stronger legs. Advertisement Read more: Tired of Squats? Try These 7 Lower-Body Exercises Instead Video of the Day Calories Burned in a Deadlift Counting calories is one method of weight loss, which you can track using a calorie calculator app....
Lifting heavy weight can cause stress on the ab muscles. Image Credit: SolStock/E+/GettyImages It is normal to feel tired after lifting weights. Problems start to arise only when you begin to feel dizzy, nauseated or experience other unusual feelings shortly after an intense workout. Advertisement It is common initially for the symptoms of an injury to feel like sickness in the stomach, but it is unlikely that lifting could injure the stomach itself....
