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Barbecued ribs on a cutting board coverd in sauce. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images The calorie content of barbecued ribs varies based on whether the ribs are pork or beef, and the cut of the meat. The primary nutritional concern regarding barbecued ribs are calories and fat content, particularly of the saturated variety. The calories can quickly add up, so portion control is essential. Advertisement Calories A serving, or 3 ounces, of barbecued pork ribs contains 222 calories....

A few tablespoons of apple cider vinegar a day could keep cholesterol away. Image Credit: fotoedu/iStock/Getty Images Prescription drugs like Lipitor have side effects and low cholesterol diets can be difficult to stick with. Apple Cider Vinegar, on the other hand, doesn’t have any negative side effects, and is easy to administer. Pectin is in both apples and apple cider vinegar and LDL (the bad cholesterol) attaches itself to the pectin, which is a fiber, and the cholesterol is eliminated....

A burning throat could be temporary or indicate something more serious. Image Credit: sasirin pamai/iStock/GettyImages Burning sensations in the throat and chest can produce discomfort or concerns for people who experience the symptoms. The burning pain signals something that is temporary or it could be an underlying sign of a serious disorder. Advertisement The burning feeling occurs because certain conditions affect the nerves and muscles in the throat and chest. Video of the Day Painful Swallowing and Burning Infections that cause painful swallowing and burning sensations include pharyngitis, an inflamed throat resulting from infection, and thrush, a fungal infection caused by Candida....

Depending on the type of tear you need to be careful with your meniscus. Image Credit: Johner Images/Johner Images Royalty-Free/GettyImages Meniscal tears are a fairly common knee injury, one that some athletes choose to play through. While cycling strengthens the leg muscles surrounding the knee, your ability to continue cycling depends on the type of tear you sustain. A rip in certain areas of the meniscus may heal on its own without surgery; however, serious tears require more attention and recovery time....

You’ve probably encountered many products containing sodium metabisulfite without even realizing it. Sodium metabisulfite preserves food and is used extensively in commercial wine making. It is a bleaching agent in the textile, pulp and paper industries. It is also used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, film and photographic industries, and even in water and sewage treatment plants. However, pure sodium metabisulfite can be quite hazardous. Inhalation Inhalation of sodium metabisulfite irritates your respiratory tract....

What type of milk is best: skim or low-fat? Image Credit: krisanapong detraphiphat/Moment/GettyImages The primary types of cow’s milk are whole, 2-percent, 1-percent and skim. Skim and 1-percent milk contain less and fewer calories than whole and 2-percent — an advantage for the calorie-conscious but a drawback for children, who need higher-fat milk. But all varieties can be found fortified with vitamin A and D. Advertisement Learn how to fill your plate with healthy, nutrient-dense foods by logging your meals on the MyPlate app....

If you’re concerned about the disadvantages of microwaving food, consider that a properly used microwave oven presents very few health risks. Image Credit: M_a_y_a/iStock/GettyImages If you’re concerned about the disadvantages of microwaving food, consider that a properly used microwave oven presents very few health risks. While pressing this versatile cooking method into service, you can perform other food prep tasks that help you to more quickly whip up a healthy meal....

Increasing your iron levels through supplements or eating iron-rich foods, like red meat and dark leafy greens, can help with hair loss if you have low iron levels. Image Credit: Jennifer A Smith/Moment/GettyImages Hair loss is a real concern for many women, and iron pills have been shown to help with hair growth. Doctors can test for iron deficiency and will determine if supplements will help. In addition to iron, there are other vitamins that may help hair grow stronger and thicker....

If you're wondering why you get phlegm after eating certain foods, processed snacks may be to blame. Image Credit: Aleksandr Zubkov/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Processed Foods High-Histamine Foods Allergens Reflux Triggers Does Dairy Cause Mucus? Mucus helps keep your body healthy. But if you notice excess phlegm, an underlying condition may be to blame — and your diet could have something to do with it. So, why do you get phlegm after eating certain foods?...

Just how great is coconut oil? Image Credit: nadisja/iStock/GettyImages Coconut oil is a barrel of contradictions. Every health professional seems to have an opinion on it, so it’s hard for the everyman (or woman) to know if it’s worth including in their daily diet. Advertisement Much ado has been made about coconut oil's effect on a person's health, including if it has any impact on weight loss or weight gain. What's the right answer?...

Proper posture can help relieve neck pain. Image Credit: VlaDee/iStock/GettyImages If you have neck pain, you might have a herniated disc. The bones in your neck comprise part of your spine and are referred to as the cervical vertebrae. These vertebrae are mobile, allowing your head to rotate and turn. Advertisement Different areas of your body are controlled via nerves, some of which branch off the spinal cord near certain vertebrae....

Vitamin D and folic acid deficiency can both contribute to depression. Folic acid, otherwise referred to as folate or B9, and vitamin D are two essential vitamins for good health. Folic acid is a B vitamin, and according to Elson Haas in his book "Staying Healthy With Nutrition," a deficiency in folic acid may be the single most common vitamin deficiency. Vitamin D deficiency is also quite common; Harvey B. Simon, M....

Foods to Eat to Fight Dizziness Image Credit: Anna_Shepulova/iStock/GettyImages Dizziness is a perceived sensation of head spinning or movement, often accompanied by nausea, confusion and poor balance. Causes of dizziness, sometimes called vertigo, may include brain disorders, fluid in the inner ear, motion sickness, diabetes medications, tumors, allergies and infections. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), certain foods may help prevent or reduce dizziness commonly associated with low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)....

Sidestep hunger pangs following a healthy meal by adding in some good fats and proteins to help you feel full longer. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages If you’re trying to eat healthier but are finding it difficult to stick to your diet because you’re hungry all the time, it’s very likely that something’s missing from your diet. A healthy diet that helps you achieve and maintain a healthy weight and improve your blood cholesterol and sugar levels should provide you with all the energy you need without feeling hungry before the next meal rolls around....

Two people are on treadmills. Image Credit: Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images Horizon Fitness makes treadmills for home use. To keep your treadmill performing well, you need to replace the lubrication once it wears low. If you use your treadmill regularly, it is recommended that you lubricate it every six months, or each time you put 150 miles on it, whichever occurs first. Advertisement Step 1 Reach around the back of the treadmill and turn it off....

According to 2010 dietary guidelines, Americans are consuming too much sugar. Image Credit: Anatoliy Sadovskiy/iStock/GettyImages Most cookie and cake recipes require a lot of sugar or honey, which can easily derail your diet. The calories in a tablespoon of sugar may seem negligible, but can they add up over time and cause you to pack on pounds. Luckily, there are healthier substitutes for this popular ingredient. Advertisement Tip One tablespoon of sugar has about 48 calories and equals 3 teaspoons....

To maintain a steady weight, eat and expend equal calories daily. If you want to neither lose nor gain weight, this is achieved through maintaining a calorie equilibrium. If the number of calories you consume each day is equal to your body's calorie needs for energy, you will keep a steady weight. Calorie needs can be estimated, but vary from person to person. Advertisement Gender The number of calories required to maintain a steady weight of 160 pounds depends on whether you are male or female....

If you're dealing with constipation, fiber can either help or hurt. Image Credit: alvarez/E+/GettyImages If you’re dealing with constipation, upping your fiber intake is one of the first lines of attack dietitians recommend. Advertisement After all, a staggering 95 percent of Americans are not getting enough, according to January 2017 research in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. And FYI, women should get 25 grams of fiber every day while men should get 38 grams, per the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics....

To bake chicken breasts for shredding, coat them with olive oil and your choice of spices. Image Credit: from_my_point_of_view/iStock/GettyImages Baked, shredded chicken can serve many diverse culinary purposes. After seasoning it with spices and combining it with other ingredients, you have a tasty food to feature in tacos, soups, casseroles and salads. Advertisement Tip To bake chicken breasts for shredding, coat them with olive oil and your choice of spices. Bake them in a 375 degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes....

You'll probably need to special-order a roast of peameal bacon, shown here sliced. Image Credit: BalkansCat/iStock/GettyImages There are few parts of a hog that don’t respond well to curing, from its meaty jowls — the “guanciale” your deli charges so much for — to crisp bacon and juicy hams. Advertisement If you love the taste of these porcine treats but can't bring yourself to indulge in anything so fatty, a lean peameal bacon roast might be the compromise you're looking for....