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The benefits of adding lemon to water don't go much beyond hydration — and lemon water is no more hydrating than plain water. Image Credit: fotostorm/E+/GettyImages In This Article Potential Health Benefits of Lemon Water Unproven Lemon Water Health Benefits Lemon Water Warnings How to Make It Warm Lemon Water vs. Cold Lemon Water When and How Often to Drink Lemon Water Water is the healthiest drink you can sip. Not only is it zero-calorie, but up to 60 percent of your body is water, according to the USGS....

While feeling shaky in the mornings isn't always a cause for concern, it's important to keep an eye on if it's accompanied by other symptoms like a headache or feeling anxious. Image Credit: liebre/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Low Blood Sugar Panic Attack Anxiety Medications Caffeine When to See a Doctor Waking up shaking or trembling can be a troubling experience, especially when you don't know what's causing it. Experiencing body tremors when waking up might be a sign of a more serious condition, although that's not always the case....

This full-body workout only takes 20-minutes and all you need is a towel. Image Credit: Delmaine Donson/E+/GettyImages It can’t be said enough: You don’t need fancy equipment for a good workout. You can use water bottles as dumbbells or a gallon jug as a kettlebell. You can even use a towel in place of sliders. Advertisement All you need for a great 20-minute, full-body workout is a towel and a clever rep scheme....

references Celiac Disease Foundation: "Sources of Gluten" FDA: "Potato Chips, Ingredients - Labeling" FDA: "Gluten and Food Labeling" GFCO: "About Us" Most potato chips are free of gluten ingredients but you'll want to buy your own bag before you share. Image Credit: Mariha-kitchen/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Mariha-kitchen/iStock/GettyImages You can also search the web to find out if your favorite chips are safe to eat. Many flavors of Lay’s, Fritos, Ruffles and Tostitos, for instance, are gluten-free, according to Frito Lay....

Once they cool, lava rocks become hard and are exceptional at holding heat. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Whether you’re a grill novice or a seasoned grill master, you may be looking for a way to kick your gas grilling up a notch. While gas grills are convenient and easy to control, they don’t get as hot as charcoal grills and sometimes cook unevenly. Enter lava rocks. Advertisement Just as their name implies, lava rocks are types of volcanic rocks that are left over after a volcano erupts....

To lose neck fat begin an overall weight-loss program. Image Credit: Kesu01/iStock/Getty Images If a slender neck is on your wish list, a total weight-loss program may help you achieve it. However, don’t expect to target your neck for isolated fat loss – you can’t tell your body where to remove fat, and neck exercises will only affect the muscles. You also can’t change your body’s proportions, so you may have to get used to a sturdy neck no matter how much weight you lose....

Image Credit: EpicStockMedia/iStock/GettyImages If you've been grinding away on cardio machines in order to burn a few calories, you might want to consider grabbing a pair of boxing gloves and throwing a few punches instead. Advertisement Cardio boxing is an intense, scalable workout that boasts full-body benefits. It is one of the best forms of exercise because it conditions the entire body and provides a complete workout for your cardiovascular and endurance systems....

Broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables, thanks to its low calorie count and seriously impressive nutritional profile. Image Credit: Karl Tapales/Moment/GettyImages Broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables, thanks to its low calorie count and seriously impressive nutritional profile (think: vitamins, antioxidants and fiber). However, if you suffer from broccoli-related stomach pain, know that you’re not alone — broccoli intolerance is very real. Advertisement The Broccoli Basics Broccoli has a long list of health benefits....

Buckwheat Image Credit: UrosPoteko/iStock/Getty Images Healthy grains can be the foundation of a balanced diet, and buckwheat, or kasha, may be worth trying as an alternative to your regular wheat. You can use buckwheat for a side dish or casseroles, or use buckwheat flour instead of wheat flour in pancakes and other baked goods. Buckwheat is not necessarily healthier than regular wheat, and the best approach is to eat a variety of whole and fortified grains as part of your diet....

If you've undergone surgery to remove your spleen, it's recommended that you eat bland foods only during recovery. Image Credit: Arx0nt/Moment/GettyImages Although there’s no specific diet for spleen problems, some research has pointed toward helpful dietary and lifestyle alterations. In the event that you need to have your spleen removed, there are certain dietary recommendations to aid in recovery. Advertisement Tip There are no foods that will directly induce pain with an enlarged spleen, although certain foods may decrease inflammation....

Aim for at least 91 ounces of water a day to stay hydrated. Image Credit: Obradovic/E+/GettyImages Water is vital for many functions in your body, including metabolism. It’s also essential for transporting nutrients and oxygen, helping to boost energy so you can put maximum effort into your workouts. And it can help to suppress your appetite, thereby helping to prevent you from overeating. But guzzling copious amounts of water can backfire and inhibit weight loss, especially if you’re not eating a balanced diet and not getting enough exercise....

If you're appetite is poor and you're fighting off an illness, a protein shake can give your body what it needs to help you recover. Image Credit: Rimma_Bondarenko/iStock/GettyImages Being sick can wreak havoc on your appetite and your ability to stay properly nourished. But when you’re ailing it’s the most important time to give your body a variety of nutrients and extra calories. Your immune system is working overtime to fight off the bug you caught and needs energy from healthy foods to keep it going....

Klonopin reduces abnormal brain activity. Klonopin, the brand name for clonazepam, belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Klonopin is mainly prescribed to treat anxiety, panic attacks and seizure disorders. Klonopin works by enhancing the activities of neurotransmitters that reduce excess brain activity. Researchers believe that excess brain activity causes anxiety and other psychiatric disorders, according to PubMed Health. Klonopin may slow your metabolism. Advertisement Metabolism Metabolism is the process by which your body breaks down carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy that can be utilized by your body....

Pregnancy stretches your stomach, making weight loss more challenging. Image Credit: Monkey Business Images/Monkey Business/Getty Images Pregnancy and childbirth can wreak havoc on your body, and many women find it’s harder to lose weight after having kids. Your ability to gain a flat stomach depends in part on your body type and genetic makeup, and some women are never able to have a flat stomach, even if they don’t have kids....

Don't derail your healthy home-cooked meal with the wrong moves. Image Credit: Neustockimages/E+/GettyImages If you’re cooking at home in an effort to lose weight, you’re already on the right track. Making your own meals — instead of relying on takeout — generally leads to a healthier diet, per a June 2015 analysis in ‌Public Health Nutrition‌. Advertisement But while you're already a step ahead of the game, you might be making a few wrong moves when it comes to how you're cooking and which ingredients you choose....

Eat protein as part of a healthy diet. Getting extra protein in your diet can help support a healthy, active lifestyle. Unfortunately, constipation is a frequent side effect of increased protein intake. Do not reduce your intake of high fiber fruits and vegetables simply because you are trying to get more protein. Vegetarian protein sources, like nuts, tofu and beans, are packed with both protein and fiber. Sometimes just drinking more fluids can help alleviate negative symptoms like constipation....

Does Ice Cream Make You Fat? Image Credit: Magone/iStock/GettyImages Creamy, sweet, cold and refreshing, ice cream contains some protein and calcium; it also contains a large amount of fat and sugar, which drives up the calorie content of the treat. Because of that, ice cream is definitely a food that makes you gain weight it you eat too much of it. Advertisement Calorie Count The calories in ice cream per 1/2-cup serving of the vanilla flavor amounts to 137 along with 7....

Diarrhea may be a symptom of lactose intolerance. Image Credit: Sasithorn Phuapankasemsuk/iStock/GettyImages Paying attention to your stools can offer important clues about your overall health. One of the main symptoms of lactose intolerance is diarrhea, but other changes in your stools can be a sign of health conditions you may not have considered — some serious, and others not cause for concern. Advertisement Milk Allergy vs. Lactose Intolerance Lactose intolerance is often confused with a milk allergy, but the two conditions affect digestion in different ways....

A pot of green tea on rocks in flowing water. Image Credit: View Stock/View Stock/Getty Images Tea is a widely enjoyed beverage in many different cultures. This versatile drink can be served in a variety of flavors, both hot and cold. Several varieties of tea, particularly green tea, may impart health benefits for some conditions. These teas may impair the aggregation of platelets in the blood that can lead to blood clots....

Muscular man sitting in a gym drinking water Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images There are some mighty strange pieces of infomercial exercise equipment out there – but not everything you see advertised on television is a hoax. Case in point, the Total Gym – one of the original “poster children” for infomercial exercise equipment – is an effective, even therapeutic, piece of equipment, as long as you have realistic expectations and use it properly....