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The elliptical machine works your upper and lower body at the same time. Image Credit: Jamie Grill/Tetra images/GettyImages If you’re going to spend the time and effort it takes to complete a cardio workout, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of a stationary bike vs. an elliptical, particularly if you’re trying to lose weight. Advertisement While it mostly comes down to access, personal preference and which one you'll stick with consistently, an elliptical works both arms and legs, while the stationary bike works your legs and core....

This workout will get your through your workday. Image Credit: filadendron/Getty Images Whether you’re a CrossFit fan or a regular gym-goer, you’re probably familiar with every minute on the minute (EMOM) workouts. At the start each new minute, you perform all the reps for one exercise, then rest for the remainder of the minute. Once the next minute begins, you start your next set. Advertisement Similarly, this work-from-home workout, crafted by Mathew Forzaglia, certified personal trainer and founder of Forzag Fitness on the NEOU App, begins at the top of the first hour of your work day....

Some dairy products are not recommended for kidney cancer patients. Image Credit: letterberry/iStock/Getty Images As a part of the urinary tract system, your kidneys are responsible for ridding your body of excess fluids and waste. Like all organs, your kidneys are are susceptible to cancer. According to the National Kidney Foundation, there are two main types of kidney cancer: transitional and renal cell cancer. Adjusting your diet to exclude bad kidney foods can play an important role in treating your kidney cancer....

Sleeping with a fan on could lead to mild health issues, but there are ways to nix its negative effects. 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 Tips Alternatives Bottom Line For some people, sleeping with a fan is a key element of their nighttime routine. The brisk breeze helps you stay cool and comfortable during the night, not to mention the gentle whirr can wield enough white noise to block out a car horn or snoring bed partner....

Eating enough calories to gain 1 pound in a day is hard. Image Credit: vasaleks/iStock/Getty Images When you gain weight, it usually creeps on slowly over several weeks or months – not all at once in one day. Weight gain occurs when you consume more calories than you burn. A 3,500-calorie surplus – 3,500 calories in addition to those you use every day – will make you gain about 1 pound....

Treadmill results depend on how much you use it. Image Credit: ShotShare/iStock/Getty Images The benefits from working out on a treadmill on a regular basis include weight management, improved cardiovascular endurance, improved bone density and stress relief, as well as positive changes in blood pressure and cholesterol levels, depending on your original health status. Advertisement You should notice weight loss benefits during the first two weeks of your workout regimen and then at an ongoing, although less substantial rate, as your body adjusts....

When it comes to ab exercises like the Russian twist, slow and steady is much more effective. Image Credit: Georgiy Datsenko/iStock/GettyImages Few ab exercises fire up your midsection like Russian twists. The popular move — which involves a seated, side-to-side action — targets your transverse abdominis (deep core), rectus abdominis (six-pack muscles) and obliques (sides of your torso), says Sam Becourtney, DPT, CSCS, physical therapist at Bespoke Treatments. Advertisement Your core muscles at the front of your body (transverse abdominis and rectus abdominis) must work to maintain the upright position while your obliques contract to rotate your trunk, he says....

Try these unique ideas to boost the flavor profile of your dishes. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages If you’ve started to cut back on sodium, we totally commend you. But you may find that your food tastes a little bit bland without your saltshaker. And while herbs and spices are always a solid option for adding a little zest to your plate, what do you do once you’ve exhausted your spice rack?...

Rabbit is a white game meat, here roasted with olives and vegetables. Image Credit: lsantilli/iStock/Getty Images The French call it “lapin.” The Italians say “coniglio.” However it’s pronounced or prepared, rabbit meat is a tender, white game meat popular in Western European cuisine. In America, it is more difficult to find. Few restaurants serve rabbit, and it is typically available only from specialty meat stores. Most rabbit recipes involved braising or frying, but oven roasting allows the flavor of the meat to stand on its own....

If a New York strip steak isn’t one of your top favorite George Foreman grill recipes it should be. Image Credit: Mizina/iStock/GettyImages There’s nothing quite like a steak that’s been cooked to juicy perfection. If a New York strip steak isn’t one of your top favorite George Foreman grill recipes it should be! It’s a failsafe way to cook this cut of beef, which comes from the short loin — about half way down the animal’s back....

Urad Dal can be made many ways. Image Credit: fototrips/iStock/Getty Images Legumes are often listed as healthy foods to incorporate into a well-rounded or vegetarian diet, but many people don’t know how to cook them. Urad dal, a popular Indian pulse with a distinctive speck on the side, often gets overlooked for this reason — but it shouldn’t. Urad dal is easy to cook! Advertisement Tip Cooking urad dal is simple....

Calories are a unit used to measure the amount of energy food provides when eaten and digested. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages Calories may seem like both a friend and a foe at times. You need to consume them to survive, of course, but all of the math surrounding ideal calorie intake may seem daunting to some. So what’s the best way to break down caloric consumption? Is it ever OK to consume 4,000 calories a day?...

Drinking water is a good way to help get rid of high protein in your body. Image Credit: Kentaroo Tryman/Maskot/GettyImages Your body is a fascinating, well-oiled machine that’s extremely effective at balancing the amount of protein in your blood and urine when everything is working as it should. However, certain health issues can arise, making it difficult for your body to handle excess protein on its own. Advertisement In these cases, you may need a little help getting rid of that extra protein....

Grill chicken cutlets until golden brown and with a slight char. Image Credit: zi3000/iStock/GettyImages Chicken cutlets are boneless, skinless chicken breast pieces with even thickness throughout, making them well-suited for grilling. The even thickness of cutlets requires very little cooking time, so you can get dinner cooked and on the table in less than half an hour. Advertisement Tip You can grill your chicken cutlets with light salt and pepper to add protein for a salad or make a marinade with Asian- or Latin American-inspired ingredients to make an international main dish....

A woman is training on a cable flye machine in a gym. Image Credit: Chris Clinton/Photodisc/Getty Images Anytime Fitness is a fitness facility that offers unlimited access to its members without holding “regular” business hours. In 2009, Anytime Fitness expected sales to exceed $150 million and continue growing. To fulfill the needs of its members, Anytime Fitness offers an extensive equipment list. Advertisement Treadmills Treadmills are a standard piece of equipment in a fitness club, and Anytime Fitness offers several different choices....

To enjoy the vodka health benefits, such as a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes, drink no more than one to two drinks per day, ideally before or after dinner. Image Credit: 5PH/iStock/GettyImages If you love sipping on a vodka martini or Cosmo, then here’s some good news just in time for happy hour: There are many surprising vodka health benefits, such as improved cardiovascular health, stress relief and even weight loss....

HIIT is a great way to burn calories. Image Credit: Sushiman/iStock/GettyImages The amount of pelvic fat that you have depends significantly on your genetics. To lose weight on your pelvic region, adopt a lifestyle that contributes to all-over weight loss. The spot training myth has been debunked, and so, unfortunately, you will not be able to spot train away your pelvic fat. Advertisement Tip While you cannot spot train fat off your pelvic region, adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes a caloric deficit can help you lose weight all over your body, including your pelvis....

Try breathing exercises to help relieve stress. Image Credit: Anna Frank/E+/GettyImages If something scary in the news or a stressful deadline at work has your anxiety spiraling out of control, fear not! You can try breathing exercises to slow your heart rate and bring you a sense of calm. Advertisement ​Read more:​ Stressed? Try the 4-7-8 Breathing Method to Find Your Zen Video of the Day Understanding Stress and Anxiety Your body’s instant, powerful response to an apparent scare, threat or challenge is called acute stress, or the “fight-or-flight” response, Mayo Clinic says....

The amount of calories you burn when doing abs depends on your intensity. Image Credit: gradyreese/E+/GettyImages You’re crunching, twisting and side-bending your way to more defined abs. But, the results of such labor won’t show until you lose extra body fat covering the muscles. Monitoring your caloric intake helps you maintain or lose weight, recommends Harvard Health Publishing. When you burn more calories than you consume, you help induce fat loss....

One of the side effects of iron supplements is diarrhea. Image Credit: eyenigelen/E+/GettyImages Side effects of iron pills include unpleasant gastrointestinal issues, such as diarrhea, constipation and nausea. There are “gentle” and slow-release iron supplements available that can ease these effects on bowel movements, and you can also try increasing your iron levels through your diet. Advertisement ​Read more​: The Best Types of Iron Supplements if Iron Upsets Your Stomach Video of the Day Tip The effects of iron supplements on bowel movements include diarrhea, constipation and darkened stools....