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Taking fish oil supplements doesn't cause weight gain. Image Credit: Photo by Cathy Scola/Moment/GettyImages Because fish oil pills contain fat, it’s logical to wonder if they cause weight gain. Research shows no evidence of this effect. Advertisement Fish oil has 41 calories in 1 teaspoon and 123 calories in 1 tablespoon, reports the United States Department of Agriculture. Despite the caloric content, a few preliminary studies suggest the oil may actually lead to a reduction in waist circumference rather than weight gain....

be considered a strength-training activity, as long as they target the muscles in your entire body. Image Credit: da-kuk/E+/GettyImages Is yoga strength training? Depending on the style you practice, yes — but its suitability also depends on your fitness goals. Light yoga won’t build strength for a power-lifting competition, but muscle-building yoga styles can provide the benefits of regular strength training. Advertisement Tip The more strenuous, muscle-building styles of yoga can be considered strength-training activities, as long as they target the muscles in your entire body....

Swallowing a pill dry without any water to ease its path can lead to choking, irritation in your esophagus and an unpleasant taste in your mouth. 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 of Dry Swallowing Pills Tips to Get Pills Down What to Do if a Pill Gets Stuck Bottom Line At some point, we've probably all popped a pill without water....

Fasting may cause symptoms of acid reflux. Image Credit: Tharakorn/iStock/GettyImages People choose to fast for any number of reasons — sometimes religious, sometimes health-related. While you might think that going without food could not cause digestive upset, many people do experience the uncomfortable symptoms of acid reflux while fasting. Advertisement What Happens in Acid Reflux? According to the American College of Gastroenterology, more than 60 million Americans experience acid reflux at least once a month, with 15 million having symptoms daily....

These meal prep hacks and planning tips will help you stick to a healthy diet when you just don't have the energy to cook. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages We all have those nights when the last thing we want to do is search the fridge for some dinner inspiration. Even busting out the Instant Pot can feel like a chore. Advertisement Fortunately, there are plenty of meal-prep hacks, non-perishable staples and convenience food options to help make a half-scratch meal feel comforting....

Some vitamins can cause bloating and flatulence. Image Credit: DeanDrobot/iStock/Getty Images Having some amount of excess gas that results in flatulence is normal. A typical adult passes gas as much as 15 times per day, releasing one to three pints of gas. If you are passing significantly more gas than average or are experiencing symptoms of bloating and discomfort or other gastrointestinal symptoms, you should seek the root cause of your excessive gas production, which may include vitamins or supplements you are taking....

An older woman gets an eye exam. Glaucoma is a chronic disease in which the pressure in the eye causes damage to the optic nerve that can lead to a loss of vision. The goal of glaucoma treatment is to lower the pressure in the eye, which can be done with eye drops and medications or surgical procedures, such as laser surgery. Little information is known about nutrition and its relationship to glaucoma....

Oleic acid is an abundant dietary fat. Image Credit: PeteerS/iStock/Getty Images The quantity of fat in the diet is a serious health issue for most Americans. While the Institute of Medicine recommends you limit fat to 20 percent to 35 percent of your daily calorie intake, the average American consumes more than this. On the upside, the right types of fat in the proper amount benefit your health. You may have heard of the health benefits of omega-3 and omega-6 fats....

A large glass of pineapple juice beside a pineapple. Image Credit: Thon_Varirit/iStock/Getty Images Pineapples and pineapple juice contain bromelain, a combination of protein-digesting enzymes found nowhere else. Historically, people in South America used pineapple to treat stomach ailments and inflammation, states the University of Maryland Medical Center. Modern scientific researchers have examined bromelain’s efficacy in treating numerous medical conditions, but additional research is needed to confirm bromelain’s potential value and recommended dosage/delivery method for the majority of these....

Fruits are among the higher-acid foods, although their acidity level varies. Image Credit: IngridHS/iStock/Getty Images Gastroesophageal disease (GERD), severe acid reflux, affects about 20 percent of the U.S. population. Among the things that can worsen GERD symptoms: highly acidic fruits. What are these acid-building fruits, and which fruits — if any — can reduce stomach acid? Advertisement Tip Grapefruits, oranges and tomatoes are highly acidic and may worsen heartburn, a symptom of acid reflux....

An Egg's glycemic index is zero. Image Credit: Candice Estep/iStock/GettyImages Eggs are known to have a low glycemic index, and they’re rich in a variety of essential nutrients. However, you won’t find them on your average glycemic index food list or chart. Their low carbohydrate content means that you can automatically consider them to be a low glycemic index food. Advertisement Tip Eggs' glycemic index (GI) value is generally low, given the very few carbohydrates in this food....

Gyms That Allow Kids Image Credit: LightFieldStudios/iStock/GettyImages Gyms that allow children to join are an excellent investment as they make a place the entire family can get fit and be active together. Childhood obesity was a serious issue for a long time, but in recent years the numbers have leveled off. “Since 2003-2004, the obesity rate among U.S. youth ages 2 to 19 has held steady at 17%,” reports the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation....

There are 97 calories in a traditional shot of gin. Image Credit: Michelle Arnold / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Gin and tonic is a classic cocktail being newly discovered by millennials and post-millennials. This drink is also popular with people of any generation who’d like to shed a few pounds because gin and tonic calories are low. The calorie content in gin and diet tonics is even lower. Advertisement Tip There are 97 calories in a traditional shot of gin, according to the USDA....

Cider vinegar is a natural health remedy. Image Credit: Madeleine_Steinbach/iStock/GettyImages Cider vinegar, specifically, apple cider vinegar, has a long history of use in folk medicine for various health benefits such as weight loss. While many of the uses lack clinical support, some clinical studies support cider vinegar’s ability to boost weight loss. Advertisement The primary component of all vinegar is acetic acid, which is partially responsible in the benefits, so you don't have to limit yourself to cider vinegar for weight-loss benefits....

Fennel is an excellent herb for children with colic and digestive weakness. It enhances digestion and assimilation of food. Fennel is perhaps the mildest and safest drug to relieve abdominal pain, spasms of the gastrointestinal tract, flatulence and gas. Fennel is used as seeds, fennel oil, fennel honey or syrup and as herbal tea preparations. Fennel tea is sweet, warming and moistening with a slightly pungent flavor similar to that of anise seed and licorice....

With proper diet, regular exercise and other lifestyle changes, you can lose a lot of weight in a year. Image Credit: Dmitry Belyaev/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Cut Calories Tweak Your Diet Add Exercise Hold Yourself Accountable Drink More Water Get Enough Sleep Manage Stress Consult a Dietitian Trying to lose a lot of weight in a short period of time is a bad idea. It's not a healthy approach to weight loss....

Weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume. Image Credit: Peter Dazeley/Photographer’s Choice/Getty Images Weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume. This can be done through aerobic exercise, strength training and eating a healthy, low-calorie diet. Increasing the work you do while exercising can help you lose weight in a shorter amount of time; this can be achieved by wearing a weighted vest. Wearing a weight vest while working out increases your exercise intensity, helps you burn more calories and can result in a greater amount of weight loss....

Hustle culture can make it feel like every moment of the day should be devoted to doing something productive. Image Credit: 10'000 Hours/DigitalVision/GettyImages Here’s a truth: No one’s to-do list is done at the end of the day, every day. And while some people can shrug that off, others might experience guilt at a to-do list with most, some or nary an item checked off. If the latter describes you, you may be experiencing productivity guilt....

Baking in the oven is a simple and easy way to cook a chicken breast. Image Credit: lyulka/iStock/GettyImages Chicken is a versatile protein that can be prepared in many ways. But baking chicken breast at 400 degrees Fahrenheit in the oven is a simple and delicious way to prepare the healthy protein. Plus, if you bake a few extra chicken breasts you can use them for lunch or dinner later in the week....

You can cook marinated chicken in many ways to satisfy your taste buds. Image Credit: rez-art/iStock/GettyImages Chicken is a versatile lean protein that can fit into a nutritious diet when it’s prepared the right way. Marinating chicken is one way to add flavor and tenderness without adding calories and fat. Advertisement There's no one best way to cook marinated chicken, but there are several options to choose from. Depending on the cut, cooking times will vary....