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Steel clubs are an underrated piece of workout equipment that can help you build core, forearm and upper-body strength. Image Credit: Peter Marino/LIVESTRONG.com Image Credit: Peter Marino/LIVESTRONG.com 2 steel clubs Exercise mat Sets 3 Reps 12 Region Core and Upper Body Start standing with feet hip-width apart. With the steel club facing up, grip the bottom of it with your right hand, right arm bent to 90 degrees so the club is directly in line with your upper arm....

Beans a a great source of fiber, which can aid your weight-loss efforts. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Beans are a welcome addition to weight-loss meal plans because they’re packed with essential nutrients and help keep you feeling full for long periods of time due to their fiber content. Advertisement However, with the exception of green beans — which are not a legume like other varieties — many beans are not necessarily low in calories....

Eggs are fine to eat on a yeast-control diet. Image Credit: naruedom/iStock/Getty Images People who suffer from frequent yeast infections sometimes try a yeast-control diet as an alternative remedy. Although the evidence supporting these diets is limited, some people find that they feel better after following one. This may simply be because these diets eliminate many less-healthy and processed foods, resulting in a healthier diet, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center....

Are Sit-ups and Crunches Bad for the Spine? Image Credit: KittisakJirasittichai/iStock/Getty Images Sit-ups and crunches might be good for your abs, but they’re potentially damaging for your back. These exercises are not as effective as many alternatives and, worse, they can contribute to spinal issues such as herniated discs. A sit-up or crunch compresses the spine and encourages movements that are not well-mimicked in any physical activity, making these exercises a poor choice for abdominal strengthening....

Most bioidentical hormones will be customized and prepared at a compounding pharmacy. Image Credit: venusphoto/iStock/Getty Images Bioidentical hormone therapy offers a different approach for patients seeking natural treatments. These drugs, similar to the body’s natural substances, can play a positive role in human health. Bioidentical progesterone, for example, helps older women manage symptoms of menopause. Yet maintaining a natural balance between all hormones remains essential, and excess progesterone may cause negative reactions....

Artificial tears are helpful with any variety of pink eye, while over-the-counter antihistamine eye drops can ease symptoms related to allergic conjunctivitis. Image Credit: eternalcreative/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Artificial Tears Cool Compress Avoid Allergens Antihistamine Eye Drops Avoid Screens Consider Redness-Relieving Eye Drops How People Catch Pink Eye Roses, spring dresses and cupcake frosting look pretty in pink. But when the whites of your eyes turn this pastel hue, it most likely means you have pink eye — aka conjunctivitis....

Alzheimer's Disease Affects Both Mind and Body Image Credit: Lordn/iStock/GettyImages Alzheimer’s disease — a progression and irreversible disorder of the brain — is notorious for its devastating impact on mental health. But many body systems are affected by Alzheimer’s, too. Advertisement The most common form of dementia among people 65 and older, Alzheimer's is linked to the growth of proteins called amyloid plaques and tangles of another protein called tau that spread throughout the brain....

A glass of ginger beer on a board with fresh mint, lime and ginger. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images Made with ginger root, sugar and carbonated water, ginger beer is typically served as a non-alcoholic beverage similar to ginger ale. Some ginger beers, however, do contain alcohol. Because both alcohol and sugar calories are void of nutrition beyond the caloric energy, consume these drinks in moderation. Advertisement Calorie Information Calorie counts vary by product....

A piece of pizza removed from a whole pizza pie. Image Credit: Reload_Studio/iStock/Getty Images Between 2007 and 2010, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that one in eight people consumed pizza on any particular day. A takeout pizza makes a convenient meal during a hectic day, but people with diabetes should consider carbohydrates, sodium, saturated fat and portion size before speed-dialing their favorite pizza parlor. Advertisement The Diabetic Diet Pizza contains carbohydrates, nutrients that provide energy and influence your blood sugar levels....

Avoid eating peanut butter and other high-fiber foods during a diverticulitis flare-up. Image Credit: Evgeniya Pavlova/iStock/GettyImages If you love nut butters but have diverticulosis, you may be wondering if you can eat peanut butter with a diverticulitis flare-up — and when it’s safe to do so. Ultimately, while peanut butter is not a trigger food per se, whether you can eat it depends on timing. Advertisement If you have diverticulosis, but you're not experiencing a diverticulitis flare-up, eating fiber-containing foods like peanut butter and other kinds of nuts is safe, says New York City-based Lisa R....

Sausages are high in fat and low in carbohydrates, making them ideal for low-carb diets. Image Credit: Nadezhda_Nesterova/iStock/GettyImages Whether it’s chorizo in Spain, bratwurst in Germany or Cajun andouille sausages in Louisiana, just about every culture has its own signature sausage. Although sausages can have a lot of nutritional variation, they are traditionally made from some sort of ground protein mixed with fat and spices. This makes them ideal for people following low-carbohydrate diets and easy to incorporate into many meals....

Frozen tater tots, readily Tavailable and relatively inexpensive, are fully cooked and ready to heat and serve. Image Credit: ALLEKO/iStock/GettyImages Tater Tots have long been a tasty favorite of many children, but crispy tots also make a great side dish or appetizer. Frozen Tater Tots are readily available at most grocery stores and easy to cook in the oven or deep fryer. Advertisement Tater Tots Cooking Time Cooking crispy tots is best done by following the directions on the package....

Getting your pot roast temperature right gets you a tender, moist and delectable meal. Image Credit: Lara Hata/iStock/GettyImages Getting your pot roast temperature right gets you a tender, moist and delectable meal. Getting your pot roast temperature wrong could get you a tough, chewy meal, or worse, food poisoning. To help you get it right, a roast beef temperature chart can come in handy while you’re cooking. Advertisement Read more: It's All About the Ratio: How to Make Ground Beef Good for Your Diet Video of the Day Roast Beef Temperature Chart The USDA has published a roast beef temperature chart you can refer to while you’re cooking....

Whether you choose a comfort bike or hybrid bike depends on a few different factors. Image Credit: Jordan Siemens/Stone/GettyImages Whether you’re out for a leisurely cruise or hitting the pavement for a long cycling workout, choosing the right bike is important to your cycling experience. For those intimidated by high-tech gear and expensive specialty bikes, the choice comes down to comfort and hybrid bikes. Advertisement Both a comfort bike and hybrid bike are affordable styles that offer unique benefits to fit your needs....

Goggles can help prevent eye irritation when swimming. Image Credit: efenzi/E+/GettyImages Hitting the pool can cool you off and is a fun way to get fit. While a refreshing swim might leave your body renewed and invigorated, it can also lead to uncomfortable, itchy eyes. Eye irritation due to chlorine in eyes is a common problem among those who swim in treated pools. Advertisement What Is "Swimmers Eye"? Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, can stem from allergies, bacteria, or — as often happens with the form called swimmers eye — contact with chemicals....

High-fiber foods can help reduce fluid retention. Image Credit: peangdao/iStock/Getty Images Fiber is an important nutrient that you are probably lacking in your diet. While other nutrients are important to supply your body with energy, fiber helps remove waste, excessive nutrients and water from your body. Edema is fluid retained in body tissues, such as fat. Edema can have many causes, ranging between overconsumption of salt to organ failure. Fluid retention due to alcohol or salt can be reduced by eating high-fiber food or by taking a fiber supplement....

Sports drinks provide some key nutrients that help athletes perform well, but there are healthier ways to fuel. Image Credit: vladans/iStock/GettyImages We’ve all seen those commercials starring sweaty athletes who just scored big-time, chugging brightly-colored beverages. Sports drinks have been marketed as the athlete’s choice for fuel for decades. But while these popular drinks do provide some important nutrients that can help you perform at your best, there are healthier and more effective ways to fuel up....

references Celiac Disease Foundation: "Sources of Gluten" FDA: "Gluten and Food Labeling" GFCO: "About Us" You don't need to opt for the cup when you've got gluten-free ice cream cones in your pantry. Image Credit: RgStudio/E+/GettyImages Image Credit: RgStudio/E+/GettyImages Joy cones are a gluten-free twist on everyone's favorite classic cone. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative These cones are not only gluten-free but cake-style, too. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG....

There's no one correct sleeping posture for everyone, but sleeping on your left side has advantages for some people. Image Credit: FreshSplash/E+/GettyImages In This Article Back Side Stomach How to Adjust After your nightly wind-down routine, once the lights are out and it's time to drift off, you likely gravitate toward the same sleep position, night after night. You may find yourself lying on your back, sprawled on your front or curled up on one side or the other....

Coconut oil can be beneficial for dealing with Candida. Image Credit: sergio_kumer/iStock/GettyImages Studies suggest that using coconut oil for Candida albicans infections might be beneficial. Results indicate the food has antifungal properties that may help treat skin, oral and systemic infections. Advertisement Tip Coconut oil contains medium-chain fatty acids that are effective against fungal infections, including candida. Coconut Oil for Skin Infections Authors of a May 2014 study featured in ‌Natural Medicine Journal‌ explain that researchers attribute coconut oil’s medicinal properties to its content of medium-chain fatty acids....