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There are plenty of benefits of dancing — and it can even be a legit workout. Image Credit: RealPeopleGroup/iStock/GettyImages Don’t resist the urge to shake your booty: Dancing has some serious perks for your physical, mental and emotional health. Advertisement If you've been dabbling with the idea of dance, here are eight reasons you should finally add a little rhythm to your fitness routine. Video of the Day 1. Dancing Relieves Stress Having a stressful day?...

HIIT is a great way to burn a lot of calories. Image Credit: microgen/iStock/GettyImages High-intensity interval training (HIIT) involves short bouts of very vigorous cardio or weightlifting with short rests or lower-intensity exercise. Considered a time-efficient workout, HIIT calories burned can be equal to or greater than that of a longer, low-intensity workout. Advertisement ‌Read more:‌ How to Lose Belly Fat With These 7 Cardio Workouts Video of the Day HIIT Calories Burned In a November/December 2019 survey from the American College of Sports Medicine’s ‌Health & Fitness Journal‌ on the 2020 fitness trends, health and fitness professionals from all four sectors of the industry (corporate, clinical, community and commercial) named HIIT the second biggest trend after wearable technology....

With their naturally sweet flavor and juicy flesh, apples and pears are a healthy alternative to sugary treats. Image Credit: li Ilina / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Love fruits, but you’re concerned about the calories in a banana, a pear or a juicy apple? Believe it or not, these delicious fruits pack fewer calories than a bag of chips or a slice of pizza. Plus, they’re loaded with dietary fiber and antioxidants that make weight loss easier....

A chocolate dessert on a plate. Image Credit: DAJ/amana images/Getty Images Chocolate presents a problem for most people with Crohn’s disease. However, with Chrohn’s disease, some people react more strongly to certain foods, while others can eat them without any side-effects. That means that you may be able to eat small amounts of chocolate with few ill effects. But as a guideline, avoid chocolate unless you’re certain that it doesn’t trigger your Crohn’s symptoms....

Recovering from a colonoscopy is an excellent excuse to take it easy and kick back. Image Credit: Hello Lovely/Corbis/Getty Images Most colonoscopies go off without a hitch, and your own recovery should be just as painless. In the 24 hours immediately after the colonoscopy procedure, you’ll need to take it easy — but you should be back to normal after that. Advertisement Colonoscopies are generally scheduled throughout the whole day, says John H....

Beet juice has a variety of essential nutrients. Image Credit: OlgaLepeshkina/iStock/GettyImages Beetroot is a sweet root vegetable that you can add to salads, smoothies, juices and desserts. If you’re juicing beets, you’re obtaining a variety of essential nutrients. However, you’re losing out on fiber and ingesting more sugar than you would when eating raw or cooked beetroot. Advertisement ​Read more:​ 9 Ways to Make Root Vegetables Anything but Boring Video of the Day Beetroot Juice Nutrition Facts Beetroot is not only a nutrient-rich vegetable, it also contains a variety of beneficial bioactive compounds....

Oatmeal is a great way to start your day. Image Credit: Tatiana Gorbunova/iStock/GettyImages Whether you use cooked or raw oats in a smoothie, oats add fiber and minerals like magnesium and zinc, which boost the health benefits of your drink. Be sure to avoid pre-flavored packets of oatmeal, as they may include preservatives and added sugars. Advertisement Tip You do not need to cook oats before adding them to a smoothie....

If your stomach hurts after eating meat, it’s probably because the meat you ate was rancid or contaminated. Image Credit: Eugene Mymrin/Moment/GettyImages If your stomach hurts after eating meat, it’s probably because the meat you ate was rancid or contaminated. However, if you regularly experience lower abdominal pain after eating red meat, it could be a sign of an allergy. Advertisement Stomach Pain After Eating Meat Stomach pain after eating meat usually happens if you’ve eaten rancid or contaminated meat....

A green apple on a mat. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images A ripe, juicy apple contains substances than can help you pass firm stools more regularly. The fiber contained in an apple can add bulk to material in the bowel. In addition to helping your bowel movements, apples provide vitamins such as A and C and the minerals potassium and phosphorus. Eating the apple core and the apple skin adds extra nutrients and more fiber....

Back muscle imbalances can cause poor posture. Image Credit: SolisImages/iStock/GettyImages Muscle imbalances can have a negative impact on your appearance, cause poor posture and even increase the risk of injury. A physiotherapist from the mid-20th century, Dr. Vladimir Janda discovered both the upper- and lower-crossed syndromes. The underlying belief of these syndromes — or muscle imbalances — is that tightness in one area of the body leads to weakness in another area....

Butterfly stretch can help with hip pain. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages There are a host of conditions that can cause hip pain. Some typically get better with time — such as tendinitis or bursitis — while some tend to progressively get worse — such as osteoarthritis. The good news is that regardless of the cause of your pain, you can still be active. However, there are certain exercises you should avoid that could make your hip pain worse....

There are a few simple exercises you can do to help build finger dexterity. Image Credit: Doucefleur/iStock/GettyImages Whether you type all day, play the guitar or perform precise surgical operations, you need finger dexterity, flexibility and strength for many activities. Practicing a few simple exercises will keep your finger joints lubricated and increase the dexterity and strength of your fingers. Advertisement Factors That Affect Finger Dexterity Anyone can experience tired and sore hands that decrease your flexibility and dexterity....

Seafood has zinc and selenium. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Your body requires the essential nutrients zinc and selenium on a daily basis to function properly. Zinc helps your body make proteins, heal wounds and maintain its immune function, while selenium is an antioxidant that aids in reproduction and thyroid hormone metabolism. Many foods that are rich in zinc are also excellent sources of selenium, and they’re also high in protein....

It is important to stretch and strengthen the hip rotator muscle. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Hip rotation exercises can strengthen the muscles that rotate the hip joint and improve your range of motion. In the long run, they may also give your legs a toned appearance and help prevent future injuries. Advertisement Overview of the Hip Muscles The hip joint is a ball and socket joint, much like the shoulder joint, and consists of the femur and socket of the hipbone, explains the American Council on Exercise....

Bacteria can double every 20 minutes on food. Image Credit: Arx0nt/Moment/GettyImages Are you wondering if that food you left out is safe to eat? Bacteria double every 20 minutes in food, depending on the temperature, and can quickly spoil your food if not handled properly. Get the scoop on food safety tips, including storage and reheating, to prevent food poisoning from bacteria. Advertisement Tip Bacteria grow quickly in food, especially if it is left in the "danger zone" of temperatures, between 40 degrees and 140 Fahrenheit....

references & resources American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: "Athletic Shoes" American Heart Association: "Get the Right Sneakers for Your Workout Infographic" American Podiatric Medical Association: "Running Shoes: Basic Guidelines" American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeon: "Shoes: Finding the Right Fit" American Council on Exercise: "Are Your Wearing the Right Shoes for Your Workout?" REI: Running Shoes -- How to Choose You should have extra room for your toes in your running shoes....

The combination of trapped steam and direct heat helps tenderize the meat; in fact, even leaner cuts of meat can be tenderized in the slow cooker. Image Credit: OksanaKiian/iStock/GettyImages Has this ever happened to you? You’re making a nice slow cooker beef stew, you put all the ingredients into the cooker, go to work and come home all excited about your meal, only to find that it’s overcooked because you left the roast in the Crock-Pot on the high setting....

Snook Image Credit: FtLaudGirl/iStock/Getty Images Snook is a white-meat fish with a tasty, flaky flesh. It’s illegal to buy or sell snook, but you can catch and cook the fish legally. Snook is a lean, healthy protein that makes a great centerpiece for a low-fat seafood-based meal. Snook fillets cook quickly on the grill or blackened in a hot pan. By grilling or blackening the fish, you give it an excellent smokey or spicy flavor without adding too much extra fat or calories to the meal....

Overindulged? Try a cup of tea. Image Credit: Maya23K/iStock/GettyImages Whether the temptation was a family holiday meal, the dinner special at your favorite restaurant or an extra helping of your own delicious cooking, an overstuffed stomach makes for a miserable few hours. Advertisement While you wait for your gastrointestinal system to work its magic and digest the food, you can take some simple steps to ease your stomach discomfort. Video of the Day Loosen Things Up When your stomach is stretched from an overabundance of food and drink, you can ease the pressure by removing anything constricting your belly from the outside....

1 of 14 Overview If you tend to fall off the healthy-eating wagon during the holidays (or on vacation or during family situations), you're not alone. Many Americans gain one or two pounds during the holidays simply from having extra opportunities to indulge. Although a pound or two may not sound like much, researchers at the National Institutes of Health report that most people never lose this weight, and it contributes to obesity as the years pass....