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Keep warm in winter months by wearing running tights. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Many years ago, runners and other athletes put on heavy cotton sweat suits when warming up or running outdoors. Then football players and runners discovered compression clothing, lightweight, tight-fitting garments which clung tightly to the body. While each garment has its advantages and disadvantages, especially in cold winter weather, they give runners options for both warmth and style....

Certain caffeinated beverages may interact with clonazepam. Image Credit: BackyardProduction/iStock/Getty Images Klonopin, a brand-name version of clonazepam, belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepine medications such as clonazepam are used to treat seizure disorders and panic attacks – a symptom of anxiety disorders. There are no known interactions between caffeine, a mild stimulant, and Klonopin that would indicate taking the two drugs at the same time is unsafe; however, you should discuss with your doctor the effects of using caffeine with Klonopin before taking this drug combination....

Baked, or roasted, chicken thighs contain 150 to 200 calories per 3-ounce serving, depending on whether or not you include the skin. Image Credit: Nikolay_Donetsk/iStock/GettyImages You might purchase chicken thighs to save a few dollars per pound over breast meat, or because you prefer the richer flavor and tender texture. If you regularly add this cut of meat to meals, you may wonder about chicken thighs’ calories, and how they compare to other cuts of meat....

Ride your bike at least 30 minutes a day to maintain your current level of physical fitness. Image Credit: gbh007/iStock/GettyImages Riding a bicycle is not only fun, but it’s also an excellent form of aerobic exercise. A regular routine of cycling at least 30 minutes a day will assist with weight loss and help keep you in shape. You can achieve numerous health benefits through daily cycling, such as cardiovascular fitness, improved heart health and improved muscle strength and tone....

Man straddling a treadmill Image Credit: Ibrakovic/iStock/Getty Images The Pro-Form 785 Treadmill is a large piece of fitness equipment. It is made up of a console, handrail, foot rail, walking belt and walking platform. The walking belt is attached to the walking platform. The handrail attaches to the walking platform and rise perpendicular to it by means of base mounts attached to the frame of the walking platform. Across the handrail is the console....

Rowing exercise is a great cardio exercise for people with a broken toe. Image Credit: Cavan Images/Cavan/GettyImages Breaking your toe doesn’t seem like much of a big deal — but as soon as you put pressure on your foot, that injured little piggy sure screams out in agony. Advertisement The good news is, simple toe fractures heal relatively fast — between four to six weeks on average. Additionally, treating a toe fracture is usually straightforward....

Ginger root may help alleviate vertigo. Vertigo, or dizziness—the sensation that your surroundings are spinning—can happens when you stand up too quickly or make changes in the position of your head. It can be caused by sinus or inner ear infections, but one form is called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Although not medically serious, BPPV can cause discomfort and even falls. If you are troubled by unexplained dizziness that returns for more than a week, or if you experience headache, weakness, trouble speaking or chest pains, see your doctor to rule out medical problems....

1 of 12 Overview Seems like every time you flip open the tabloids another celebrity is talking about their new diet regimen. And while there are plenty of fad or crash diets out there, a lot of actors have a more sane way of keeping their nutrition in check, like using food tracker MyPlate. The secret to how these 10 Hollywood stars get themselves into such great shape for their movies is a simple equation: exercise plus a healthy diet....

Visit Page https://www.julieseatsandtreats.com Make any one of these Instant Pot pasta recipes and you'll want to eat leftovers every day. Image Credit: Julie’s Eats and Treats You can count on Instant Pot recipes to come to the rescue when you’re short on time. With just one handy gadget and a few minutes, you can make a delicious dinner that’s packed with nutrients. Advertisement Below, you'll find a hearty dish for just about everyone, including those following a vegan, gluten-free, low-carb or high-protein diet....

Relying on takeout for many of your meals is one habit that can age you. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages As hot as the anti-aging market is right now, we all know that aging is inevitable. And yet, it’s entirely possible to do it well. Advertisement When it comes to aging, the goal isn't necessarily just to live longer, but to extend your years of ​healthy​ life. Video of the Day "The scientific term is 'healthspan,' which represents the time period of life in which a person is free of debilitating disease," Stephen Anton, PhD, of the Institute on Aging in the Department of Aging & Geriatric Research at University of Florida Health, tells LIVESTRONG....

Wake up to a healthy breakfast by skipping the bacon and opting for plant-based picks. Image Credit: Romanno/iStock/GettyImages If you’re planning to incorporate more plant-based meals into your daily menu, breakfast is a great place to start. But if you’re worried about giving up a bacon-egg-and-cheese for good, don’t stress: Plant-based eating doesn’t mean you can’t have meat or dairy ever again, but rather you choose more foods sourced from plants like fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, oils and legumes....

Using lube can make sex more satisfying for anyone, but don't use it as a way to avoid talking to your partner about what turns you on. Image Credit: Pekic/E+/GettyImages Good for you for using lubricant — aka lube — or thinking about it for your romps between the sheets (or on the kitchen table, the floor…wherever). Applying lube can make your sexual experience with your partner even better. Advertisement "Lube makes everything slippery and wet and increases satisfaction," Claudia Six, PhD, a sex therapist in Marin and the San Francisco Bay area, and also the author of ​Erotic Integrity​ tells LIVESTRONG....

Spend a minute each day in the 90/90 stretch for better hip mobility and a healthier back. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com In This Article Instructions Benefits Tips Modifications Tight hips? Welcome to the club. While there are lots of great hip mobility exercises and stretches out there, the 90/90 stretch is one of the best. Advertisement Also called the 90/90 hip switch, this drill can help with your hip mobility and, specifically, hip rotation....

Oat flour is a worthy alternative, especially when it comes to nutritional value, but it doesn't behave quite the same as the old standard. Image Credit: Almaje/iStock/GettyImages Freedom of choice is never something to take for granted. But when it comes to baking, the vast number of choices is enough to make you want to throw in the dish towel. For instance, will oatmeal flour vs. all purpose flour work as well as good old wheat flour?...

A bunch of bananas on a wooden countertop. Image Credit: c12/iStock/Getty Images Potassium is essential for nerve and muscle function and maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Many Americans don’t get enough of this essential mineral, according to Colorado State University Extension. This is compounded by the high intakes of sodium typical in the U.S., which further increase the need for potassium. Potassium helps your body get rid of the extra sodium to maintain the proper balance of water in the body....

Use of beta blockers can signficantly alter your heart's response to exercise. Image Credit: filadendron/E+/GettyImages If you take beta blockers, you likely have high blood pressure or some other risk factor for heart disease. Your doctor has probably told you that exercise is also beneficial for your condition. But what about beta blockers and exercise? Advertisement Read more: What Is Normal Blood Pressure? Video of the Day Beta Blockers and Exercise During exercise, your heart pumps harder and faster to deliver much-needed oxygen to your working muscles....

Image Credit: Manuel Faba Ortega/iStock/Getty Images Any vitamin deficiency that leads to dry skin can eventually lead to your skin peeling or flaking. In most cases, however, a deficiency has to be severe before you start experiencing such symptoms. If you have an autoimmune or inflammatory disease – some of which can cause peeling skin -- talk to your doctor before taking vitamin supplements, especially if you're taking a prescription drug....

Quad stretches are a good stretch to help with correcting your sacrum. Image Credit: Science Photo Library/Science Photo Library/GettyImages Suppose you’re stretching, reaching down to touch your toes or even the floor, and you hear a sudden “pop!” You do a quick body scan to see if you feel pain anywhere. Unlike a disc herniation or bulge, with an injury to your sacrum, you’ll probably only feel dull sacrum pain. Instead of radiating down into your leg like some back injuries, a sacrum injury will hurt right in the area of the sacrum, the lowest part of your spine....

Pureed pumpkin sitting in glass jars on a wooden surface. Image Credit: yulka3ice/iStock/Getty Images Diarrhea refers to loose, watery stools that occur more frequently than usual. It can also involve other uncomfortable symptoms such as bloating or stomach pain. Canned pumpkin can be part of a diet to prevent or treat diarrhea, but the effects can vary among individuals. Consult your doctor if you have prolonged or recurring diarrhea because it can be an indication of a serious medical condition....

The way you cook protein and carbohydrates changes their textures and flavors, as well as their nutrient profile. Image Credit: nerudol/iStock/GettyImages When it comes to the basics of a healthy diet, protein and carbohydrates are probably the top macronutrients on your mind. They supply you with energy while stabilizing your blood sugar levels and keeping you full. Advertisement But you might be wondering how cooking process changes their nutrient content and the textures and tastes of the food....