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For older adults, factors such as decreased activity, stressors and chronic health conditions can make depression more common, but that doesn't mean it's considered a normal part of getting older. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Less Active Chronic Health Condition Dementia Sleep Problems Life Stressors Isolation Signs of Depression in Older Adults Everyone feels sad or down from time to time. But you might notice you're experiencing more significant bouts of "the blues" with every candle you add to the birthday cake....

It should be noted that detox diets and cleanses may not be the healthiest options when it comes to weight loss. Image Credit: jenifoto/iStock/GettyImages In recent years, there’s been a proliferation of fad diets, such as the “detox diet,” in order to achieve rapid weight loss. But it should be noted that detox diets and cleanses may not be the healthiest options when it comes to losing weight. Advertisement What Is a Detox?...

references Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners: "Fiber supplements and clinically proven health benefits: How to recognize and recommend an effective fiber therapy" European Journal of Nutrition: "Impact of dietary supplementation with resistant dextrin (NUTRIOSE®) on satiety, glycaemia, and related endpoints, in healthy adults" International Journal of Molecular Sciences: "The Effect of Psyllium Husk on Intestinal Microbiota in Constipated Patients and Healthy Controls" Nutrition Journal: "Soluble fibers from psyllium improve glycemic response and body weight among diabetes type 2 patients (randomized control trial)" Nutrients: "The Effect of Soluble Fiber Dextrin on Subjective and Physiological Markers of Appetite: A Randomized Trial" Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition: "The effects of psyllium supplementation on body weight, body mass index and waist circumference in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials" Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: "Fiber" Journal of Functional Foods: "Health Benefits of Resistant Starch: A Review of the Literature" Nutrients: "Therapeutic Potential of Various Plant-Based Fibers to Improve Energy Homeostasis via the Gut Microbiota" Supplements like wheat dextrin and psyllium can help us close the fiber gap....

Does a Jump Rope Work Out Abs? Image Credit: Jacob Ammentorp Lund/iStock/Getty Images You want defined, sexy abs — but you might already have them! They’re just hidden under a layer of fat. You can reveal them by losing this excess padding, and a jump rope can help. Advertisement A jump rope is a tool that allows you to burn calories and turn on fat-burning mechanisms, but it doesn't directly work your abs....

Woman drinking a glass of water Image Credit: Fuse/Fuse/Getty Images Some people involved in fitness or weight loss claim that drinking distilled water can help you lose weight. Whether this is true, and whether the water has to be distilled, is a matter that requires a little deeper explanation. Learning whether drinking distilled water really has an impact on weight can help you create a weight loss plan based in fact, not fads....

Soy protein-containing foods like tofu, textured vegetable protein and edamame do not significantly increase estrogen levels. Image Credit: sveta_zarzamora/iStock/GettyImages Soy is a top source of protein and a useful and versatile component of a healthy plant-based diet. However, reports about the effects of soy on hormones make some people wary about eating it. Fortunately, based on up-to-date research, most experts agree that soy is safe. Advertisement Tip Soy protein-containing foods, like tofu, textured vegetable protein and edamame, do not significantly increase estrogen levels in people of any sex....

For average exercisers, regular blood donation should only have a very brief effect on your workout routine. Image Credit: SDI Productions/E+/GettyImages Giving blood is a great way for healthy, physically active people to give back. But if you’re following a training plan or in a good groove with your fitness habits, you might want to know how donating blood affects your workouts. Advertisement In short, experts say there's no reason not to give blood if you're generally healthy....

Maca dried root and powder Image Credit: vainillaychile/iStock/Getty Images Red ginseng and maca are both reputed to be aphrodisiac herbs. The two herbs, in fact, are reputed to have many effects that are similar, including the potential to boost sexual function, improve well-being and combat menopausal symptoms. Maca is sometimes called Peruvian ginseng, while red ginseng is really another name for Asian ginseng. Always consult a doctor before trying a new supplement to boost your sex life or for any other purpose....

Change your razor blade often to avoid razor burn, ingrown hairs or skin infections. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. In This Article Effects How Often to Replace Your Razor How to Clean Your Razor Bottom Line Quick survey: When was the last time you replaced your razor? Last week, last month, last year (gulp)?...

Exercise is essential to slimming down. Image Credit: Design Pics/Design Pics/Getty Images If you’re looking to slim down, controlling the amount of weight that you plan to lose in a week is a smart idea. Two pounds is the maximum recommended amount of weight to lose in a week, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. By aiming to limit your weight loss to 2 lbs. each week, you will more effectively lose excess body fat, rather than water weight, and you have a greater chance of keeping it off in the long run....

Image Credit: LaylaBird/E+/GettyImages When you're trying to lose weight, slow and steady wins the race. Losing weight at a gradual, sustained rate increases the long-term success of keeping it off, so plan on a healthy weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week. Make the right changes and stay diligent, and you can expect to lose 30 pounds in 3.75 to 7.5 months. A number of factors influence weight loss rate, such as gender, age and baseline activity level, so you may reach your target before or after this estimated time frame....

Yes, you are burning calories while lying down. Image Credit: oscarhdez/iStock/GettyImages Burning calories plays a key role in losing fat, and while you do so at an elevated rate during periods of vigorous activity, your body never stops burning calories. The rate at which you burn calories while lying down is extremely low, but through specific exercises, it’s possible to boost your basal metabolic rate to elevate the number of calories you burn during rest....

Measuring out your veggies can help you get an idea of how much you're eating daily, and how to reach the recommendations. Image Credit: miss_j/iStock/GettyImages When doing some quick converting in the kitchen, it’s handy to know exactly how many ounces are in a serving. Generally, you can start with the fact that 1 cup equals 8 ounces. Advertisement Pretty straightforward, right? But things get trickier when you're trying to measure out foods of widely varying shapes and sizes, such as vegetables....

There's no way to calculate how many calories are in a WW point, as point value varies based on a food's nutritional content. Image Credit: Dzevoniia/iStock/GettyImages In This Article What Are PersonalPoints? PersonalPoints to Calories Zero-Point Foods Over the years, Weight Watchers — now called WW — has revised their weight-loss and wellness program. This includes their "points" system, which provides people with a point-based guideline for how much and what kinds of food to eat....

A hot pastrami sandwich. Image Credit: Cameron Whitman/iStock/Getty Images Pastrami is corned beef brisket that has been rubbed with spices and smoked. Pastrami can be eaten cold, but it is often enjoyed hot. Since pastrami is already cooked, it just needs to be heated. Pastrami can be sliced thin for a sandwich or thicker and be served with potatoes and vegetables. Advertisement Steamed Pastrami Step 1 Fit the steam basket into a pot and pour in water to 1 inch below the basket....

Taro root works in both savory and sweet dishes, though it's best in main dishes. Image Credit: panida wijitpanya/iStock/GettyImages Taro root is present in many South East Asian and Indian dishes. High in starchy carbohydrates, taro roots look similar to small, brown knobbly potatoes. The root works in both savory and sweet dishes, though it’s best in main dishes. Advertisement According to The Cannery Seafood House Cookbook, taro root is toxic if not cooked properly....

To make beef tenderloin at home, try soaking the meat in a simple marinade and then cooking it on the stove using a cast iron skillet. Image Credit: Lisovskaya/iStock/GettyImages Whether you are cooking for the holidays, planning a hot date for two at home, or just looking to treat yourself on a Tuesday night, beef tenderloin — also known as a filet or filet mignon — can be a juicy and delicious main course....

Weight gain in the midsection of the abdomen is fairly common, but it also poses health risks, including potential problems with cardiovascular health and cholesterol levels. No amount of situps gets rid of excess abdominal fat, because you cannot choose where you lose fat when you exercise. However, doing daily vigorous activity for a prolonged period gradually changes your body composition from fat to lean tissue, so you lose fat wherever you tend to have it....

Plant-based dinner recipes don't have to lack protein. Image Credit: zozzzzo/iStock/GettyImages Switching up your weeknight routine with plant-based dinner recipes can help you get more micronutrients in your diet thanks to all those veggies. Not only that, but you can still get enough protein. Advertisement Plus, adding more plant-based dinners and meals to your weekly menu is linked to a reduced risk of getting certain cancers and heart disease, according to an August 2019 study in the ​Journal of the American Medical Association Internal Medicine​ (JAMA)​....

The wall push-up is an excellent low-impact strength training exercise for building upper-body muscle and core stability Image Credit: Halfpoint Images/Moment/GettyImages Resistance exercise comes with a laundry list of health benefits. And to max them out, it’s important you’re building strength in a way that’s right for you. One of the best for people with diabetes? Low-impact strength training. Advertisement After all, about half of people with diabetes eventually develop some degree of diabetic neuropathy, according to the Mayo Clinic....