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Heartburn during exercise is more common with activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure, like running and lifting weights. Image Credit: Maskot/Maskot/GettyImages As if lack of time, equipment and motivation weren’t enough reasons to make you want to dodge your workout altogether, exercise-induced heartburn can send you right back to the couch. Advertisement Heartburn — which can feel a lot like someone lighting a small fire under your chest that's slowly burning through to your throat (pleasant, isn't it?...

While loss of head hair is a common problem, hair loss on the arms and legs is a much rarer condition. According to the site Hair Loss Expert, this manifest itself as either a complete loss, or as a significant and noticeable decrease in the amount of hair growing on the limbs. In either case, there are six main causes of arm and leg hair loss. Advertisement Skin Conditions A number of skin conditions can cause arm and leg hair loss, including dermatitis, seborrhea, psoriasis, eczema and keratosis pilaris....

Try using yogurt in place of fats for healthier and tastier desserts. Image Credit: al62/iStock/GettyImages While a little fat in your diet is good, too much could lead to weight gain. If you’re looking for ways to cut down on fat, consider substituting yogurt in place of fat when baking. Not only is this a healthy swap, but it can also lead to moist and delicious baked goods. Advertisement "Plain yogurt will add richness and a tangy flavor reminiscent of buttermilk to baked goods, along with the heart-healthy benefits that come from reducing fat," says Carol Aguirre, RD with Nutrition Connections....

Push-ups can contribute indirectly to a flatter stomach by improving posture. Image Credit: AndreyPopov/iStock/Getty Images Push-ups are a great all-around exercise, activating muscle groups not just in the chest, shoulders and arms, but in the neck, back and torso too. But will they help to flatten your stomach? Although it’s safe to say that push-ups alone aren’t necessarily the fast track to six-pack abs, they may indeed contribute to a trimmer profile in a number of ways....

Certain teas can cause constipation, so choose your brew wisely. Image Credit: gpointstudio/iStock/GettyImages There’s no universal norm when it comes to how often you should poop — there’s only what’s normal for you. For some, going three times a day is a typical frequency, and for others, going every other day sounds about right. Advertisement So, how do you know if you're constipated? Video of the Day Constipation is technically defined as going fewer than three times a week, according to the Cleveland Clinic....

Expired lemon juice can cause food poisoning. Image Credit: rez-art/iStock/Getty Images If you drink expired lemon juice and develop diarrhea, you might have food poisoning. Food poisoning occurs when you ingest a food or beverage that is contaminated. Lemon juice is used as a common ingredient in many dishes and desserts, and if you use expired lemon juice in cooking you can contaminate the entire meal. Call your doctor and make an appointment to determine the exact cause of the diarrhea....

Factors That Affect Respiration Rate Image Credit: julief514/iStock/Getty Images The brain is the primary controller of respiratory rate. It receives input from sensors that detect oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood. Blood pH – a reflection of its relative acidity or alkalinity – also influences respiratory rate. Activity level and the presence of drugs or alcohol are other important factors that affect respiratory rate. Advertisement Brainstem Rhythmicity Center Breathing usually takes place outside of your conscious awareness....

A severe deficiency of dietary protein causes kwashiorkor. Many children in developing countries, who are given a high-carbohydrate and low-protein diet after they are weaned from breast milk, develop kwashiorkor. While it is more common in children, kwashiorkor can occur on anyone who is on a predominantly carbohydrate-rich diet. Treatment of kwashiorkor involves the intake of foods that contain adequate amounts of proteins, carbohydrates and other essential nutrients. To avoid the onset of any complications, it is important to make gradual changes to the diet under medical supervision....

Embracing a plant-based diet should help you manage both diabetes and gout. Image Credit: vaaseenaa/iStock/GettyImages Changing your eating habits can be helpful for managing both gout and diabetes. And because the two conditions often go hand in hand, it’s not a bad idea to zero in on a diet that works best for both. Advertisement Gout is a type of painful arthritis in which an excess of uric acid builds up in your bloodstream, ultimately forming crystals around your body's joints, according to the Mayo Clinic....

Jay Robb is a clinical nutritionist and former bodybuilder who developed the three-day diet program known as the Fruit Flush Diet. With a focus on “clean” eating and frequent meals throughout the day, the Fruit Flush Diet plan was created to flush toxins from the body, restore synergy and balance within the gut and digestive system, and nourish the many systems of the body with high volumes of antioxidants, lean proteins and fiber....

Cheeseburger Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Wavebreak Media/Getty Images Cheeseburgers are an indulgence, but knowing how many calories they contain can help you fit them into your diet occasionally. This is easiest to do if you opt for a small regular cheeseburger instead of a large double cheeseburger. Advertisement The Basics A regular single patty cheeseburger with condiments from a fast-food restaurant contains about 343 calories and includes 16.4 grams of fat. If you make your own cheeseburger, 1/4 pound of 85 percent lean ground beef contains 193 calories, a regular hamburger bun adds 117 calories and a slice of American cheese adds another 50 calories, totaling 330 calories....

Chances are, you're eating more than just one Oreo cookie. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages Few things rival the simple pleasure of eating an Oreo cookie! The tempting combination of rich, creamy filling sandwiched in between two chocolatey wafers has been tempting people since its introduction more than 100 years ago. Advertisement However, it's best to exercise caution while you're opening that familiar blue package. While the cookies may be small in size, they can pack an unexpected caloric punch!...

Even breathing is an activity. Image Credit: fotandy/iStock/Getty Images Your body burns calories every minute of every day, whether you’re asleep, watching television, working at the computer or working out. While the rate that you burn calories varies by your age, weight, sex and activity level, your body requires a certain number of calories daily to maintain your bodily functions – while just breathing. This is your basal metabolic rate....

Drink plenty of water to help prevent nausea after a workout. Image Credit: Obradovic/E+/GettyImages When you push your body during exercise or exercise without the proper nutrition, a wave of nausea could interrupt your workout. Exercise-induced sickness and vomiting often cut a workout short, since you then have to attend to your symptoms. Advertisement The sensation you experience during exercise is likely more closely related to your habits than the actual exercise in which you're participating....

While there are several ways to cook a turkey, roasting it in the oven is the traditional method and one of the easiest. Image Credit: Yvonne Duivenvoorden/Radius Images/GettyImages If you want to cook a small turkey, here are some tips that can help, as well as the turkey cooking times and temperatures that you’ll need to follow. While there are several ways to cook a turkey, roasting it in the oven is the traditional method and one of the easiest....

Plated cap steak dinner. Image Credit: Maria_Lapina/iStock/Getty Images Cap steak is a sirloin cut taken from the triangular muscle sitting right over the top sirloin cut near the back of the cow. It is a juicy, tender cut that doesn’t need much flavor added but does absorb flavors of marinades and dry rubs well before grilling or broiling. This cut does not have a lot of marbling but enough to keep it from drying out during cooking as long as the cooking process is quick....

Enviable abs don't come from crunches alone. Image Credit: Ibrakovic/iStock/Getty Images A flat belly shows that you have a strong commitment to fitness and watch what you eat. The strength and core work required to achieve this enviable look also means you have a stable midsection that wards off injury and keeps you strong in daily and athletic activity. Advertisement Getting a flat stomach takes effort, especially if you're starting with a considerable amount of belly fat....

There are several exercises you can do to get big thighs fast. Image Credit: Cavan Images/Cavan/GettyImages Both men and women with skinny legs often want to know how to get thicker thighs fast. Whether for strength or aesthetic appeal, increasing muscle size requires intense weight lifting and the proper diet. Don’t expect results overnight, as building lean mass takes time. Advertisement Set Goals and Expectations How quickly you can get a thick body shape and how big you can grow your thighs depends on several factors, some of which are in your control and some that are not....

Hake is the star of many sauteed and oven-baked dishes, but this meaty fish also stands up well to the rigors of grilling. Similar to cod, hake is low in mercury and provides plenty of lean protein. As a bonus, the relatively small demand for this fish keeps its prices down. Hake's flaky white flesh features a mild natural flavor that supports a range of seasonings and accompaniments. After a few minutes over an open flame, you've got a crispy-skinned, flavorful meal....

Biotin is known as the hair, skin and nails nutrient, but the B vitamin does a whole lot more. Also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, biotin plays a key role in digestion, gene expression and communication between cells in the body, per the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Video of the Day FYI, It's true that biotin supports hair and nail growth, but it's not guaranteed to strengthen and lengthen if you aren't actually deficient in the B vitamin, according to an August 2017 review in ​Skin Appendage Disorders​....