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Practicing self-compassion is one way you can work toward building a healthy body image. Image Credit: GettyImages/LIVESTRONG.com Creative If you’ve ever felt discomfort surrounding your body image, you’re not alone. Claire Siegel, RD has been there. Siegel was a chronic dieter who spent years restricting calories and trying fad diets in order to lose weight. Advertisement "I was so desperate to 'solve my weight problem' that I became a registered dietitian in the process," Siegel says....

Three uncooked lamb sausages. Image Credit: Ferumov/iStock/Getty Images If you find that the flavor of lamb is too strong for you, don’t give up hope for enjoying it yet. Lamb sausage combines lamb meat with herbs and spices, such as rosemary, thyme, garlic, allspice and cumin, to temper the assertive flavor of the lamb and bring out its rich, juicy texture. Best of all, lamb sausage is very versatile because it can be poached, grilled or sautéed....

A Pittsburgh-rare steak is one that has been cooked quickly, at a very hot temperature. Image Credit: Lisovskaya/iStock/Getty Images A Pittsburgh-rare steak is one that has been cooked quickly, at a very hot temperature. The cooking method results in meat with a charred crust and a rare interior. This classic American dish may not be for everyone, but is has a devoted following. Advertisement Tip To cook a Pittsburgh-style steak, apply butter and seasonings to your meat....

Have you given indoor rock climbing a try yet? Image Credit: lovro77/E+/GettyImages If your current exercise routine feels like you’re spinning your wheels or running in place, head to your nearest indoor rock climbing gym and strap on a harness for a workout that activates your body and your mind. You won’t need much except comfortable clothes and a good pair of shoes (though many places let you rent them)....

Exercising at home is a convenient way to make sure your workout always happens. Image Credit: warrengoldswain/iStock/GettyImages Let’s face it: Exercising at home often gets a bad rap. But when you consider that half the battle of working out is just getting to the gym, sweating it out at home starts to sound pretty appealing. Plus, there are plenty of advantages to cranking out a workout in your living room or garage including time, money and privacy....

1 of 11 Overview Racing through your workout for the sake of speed can increase your risk of injury. But there ARE some time-saving tricks that can do double duty: They get you out of the gym faster and give you better results. By adding increased intensity and minimizing recovery time, you push up excess post oxygen consumption (EPOC), says Neal Pire, MS, CSCS, FACSM, founder of Inspire Training Systems, N....

Both salmon and broccoli are stellar low-carb foods for weight loss that together make for a filling meal. Image Credit: Elena_Danileiko/iStock/GettyImages If you’re following a low-carb diet to lose weight, you’ve probably figured out that not all foods low in carbohydrates are created equal. Advertisement In other words, eating a low-carb diet doesn't always provide fast and sustainable weight loss. If your version of low-carb includes large servings of high-fat animal products, processed meats and adding butter or coconut oil to your coffee, your food choices could be doing more harm than good....

Even good-for-you nutrients, such as folic acid and iron, shouldn't be eaten in excess as you age. Image Credit: AleksandarNakic/E+/GettyImages Healthy eating and healthy aging go hand in hand: The more nutrient-dense foods you pile on your plate (paired with other good-for-you habits like regular exercise and stress management), the greater your likelihood of longevity. Advertisement But eating ​certain​ nutrients in excess can increase your odds of developing some chronic diseases and aggravate your ability to age gracefully....

Running intervals activates fast-twitch muscle fibers to boost your speed and power. Image Credit: builmifotografia/iStock/GettyImages Sometimes one treadmill minute can feel like 10, but this 30-60-10 routine will fly by. That’s because the sprint intervals are quick but effective. In addition to building speed, running intervals boosts your cardiovascular health, burns lots of calories and improves your overall fitness level. Advertisement How does sprinting help you run faster? Along with acclimating your body to running faster speeds, it also engages your fast-twitch muscle fibers....

If you don't have a landmine machine, you can place the end of any barbell in the corner of two walls. Image Credit: Diversity Impact/iStock/GettyImages Having versatility in your workout routine is important for not only continued gains but also as a way to beat boredom. And one of the most underrated tools is the landmine. It’s perfect for beginners learning foundational movements or for those more advanced adding variety to their regimen....

Walnuts have more brain-healthy omega-3 fatty acids than any other nut. Image Credit: derketta/iStock/GettyImages A sharp mind and a healthy brain are key to a quality life. The good news is that supporting brain health can be as simple as snacking on delicious foods — and one snack stands out above the rest, according to experts. Advertisement Physicians and registered dietitians agree that walnuts have nutritional qualities that support your noggin....

A senior woman is eating breakfast with a mug of tea. Image Credit: Hill Street Studios/Blend Images/Getty Images Eucalyptus tea is made from the ground leaves of the eucalyptus tree, native to Australia and known in that region as the fever tree due to its medicinal properties. Germany has standardized eucalyptus tea where it is widely recommended as a treatment for bronchitis and sore throat. Add a cup of eucalyptus tea to your seasonal cold and flu-fighting strategy....

Baked cod on a bed of carrots and zucchini. Image Credit: -lvinst-/iStock/Getty Images If you have an ulcer, chronic gastritis or gastroesophageal reflux disease or have recently had a surgery on your digestive tract, your doctor may place you on a bland diet. On this diet, you’ll need to avoid all foods that are spicy, highly seasoned, high in fiber or difficult to digest. You may need to alter some of your normal eating and cooking habits to do so....

Make sure to not use a lot of sauces with your vegetables otherwise you might not find the weight loss you are looking for. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages Imagine being able to plop down with your favorite salad, gobble up as much as you want and effortlessly lose weight. Sadly, it’s not that simple. Although there are foods you can eat a lot of and lose weight, including vegetables, other factors matter, too....

Fat cells store energy that the body can draw on during famines. Image Credit: Arttanja/iStock/Getty Images Advertisements blast you with the latest and greatest devices and techniques to break up or get rid of your fat cells. While they sound wonderful, vibrating devices and special massage techniques are not effective against fat cells. Liposuction does remove fat, but at a cost to your body, including the chance of infection and less than perfect results....

You may eventually hit a plateau, where you stop losing or even gain weight, but you can add more strength training to your routine to push past this. Image Credit: master1305/iStock/GettyImages If you’re in a calorie deficit but not losing weight, you might have hit a weight-loss plateau. You can push past this by further reducing your calories (use a calorie calculator to see if that’s safe), or by increasing the amount you exercise....

Several different conditions could be to blame for diarrhea and accompanying symptoms. Image Credit: Pakkawit Anantaya / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages When diarrhea is accompanied by a laundry list of additional symptoms — weight loss, fatigue, weakness and stomach pain — it can be extremely debilitating. But what can trigger such discomforting symptoms? As it turns out, there’s no one answer. Advertisement ​Read more:​ 5 Possible Causes of Diarrhea That Lasts for 5 Days or More Video of the Day Conditions and Diseases Several very different health conditions could be responsible for diarrhea and a host of other symptoms....

A bottom round roast with artichokes. Image Credit: adlifemarketing/iStock/Getty Images Beef roasts come in several different types, from areas all over a side of beef. Choosing just the right one for a dinner or gathering can be a little confusing. Chuck and bottom round roasts are from opposite ends of the animal, and are two types that are commonly used. Advertisement Chuck Roast The chuck area of cattle is located around the shoulders and includes ribs 1 through 5, as well as the shoulder blade bone....

Before popping pills, consider trying an anti-flu smoothie or one rich in vitamin C and other nutrients that boost immune function. Image Credit: serezniy/iStock/GettyImages No one is immune to the common cold — in fact, the average adult gets about two to four colds per year. Before popping pills, try an anti-flu smoothie or one rich in vitamin C and other nutrients that boost immune function. The best smoothies for colds and flu are not just delicious but healthy too....

As men get older, the prostate gland tends to enlarge – a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. Tamsulosin, or Flomax, is a drug from a class called alpha-adrenergic blockers that is prescribed for men who have an enlarged prostate. Drinking wine can also decrease symptoms of BPH, but wine, or alcohol in any form, can increase some Flomax side effects. Enlarged Prostate An enlarged prostate gland puts pressure on the urethra – the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body – and makes it difficult to completely empty the bladder....