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With rates of diabetes rising and no cure in sight, many patients are turning to natural remedies for support in managing their condition. Although many supplements and herbs have proven to be less than effective in helping to control diabetes, cinnamon and cloves have been well-documented in research for their glucose-lowering effects. Adding 1/2 tsp. per day in combination with a healthy lifestyle involving nutrition and exercise may help you control your diabetes....

Coconut milk and coconut oil are both made from coconut meat but involve different processes to make each product. Image Credit: Galiyah Assan/iStock/GettyImages Coconut is a popular food these days, which has resulted in an abundance of different coconut products becoming available in supermarkets. Two of the most commonly used products are coconut oil and coconut milk. Coconut oil is a versatile cooking oil, while coconut milk supplies fat, protein and various nutrients....

To retain the maximum amount of nutrients in boiled carrots, use a small amount of water and a tight-fitting lid. Image Credit: Yulia Gusterina/iStock/GettyImages Whether cooked or raw, carrots are rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber. Understanding some differences between cooked carrots nutrition and eating them raw may help you get the most benefits, especially when it comes to the health of your eyes, heart, lungs, kidneys and other organs....

Kombucha's benefits are fairly limited compared to other fermented foods. Image Credit: blanaru/iStock/GettyImages Kombucha benefits your health — this fermented beverage contains healthy probiotic bacteria. These probiotics are well-known for being beneficial for your gastrointestinal health. However, as an acidic, fizzy beverage, kombucha is more likely to aggravate your GERD than to resolve it. Advertisement Tip Kombucha's benefits are fairly limited compared to other fermented foods. There's no reason to believe kombucha can cure GERD....

Young woman standing on scale Image Credit: Duncan Smith/Photodisc/Getty Images Your body relies on a number of vitamins to work at its best, including vitamin B-12. When you do not get enough vitamin B-12 in your diet, you can experience adverse effects, ranging from pernicious anemia to fatigue, according to the Office of Dietary Supplements. The vitamin has been studied for its ability to aid in appetite suppression and boost your metabolism....

Man holding his lower back in pain Image Credit: Tomwang112/iStock/Getty Images Adhesions are part of a family of musculo-skeletal disorders that contribute to low back pain. They are a type of internal scar tissue that builds up around the muscle fibers and connective tissue, causing them to clump together and restrict their independent movement. This often causes referred pain to other parts of the body that can further contribute to muscle imbalance and increased back pain....

There are several exercises you can do for the rectus femoris muscle. Image Credit: Nikolas_jkd/iStock/GettyImages The rectus femoris muscle is one of the four muscles that make up the quadriceps at the front of your leg. The best rectus femoris exercises are those that work the knee and the hip, as this muscle moves both joints. Strengthening the quadriceps may also help prevent injury, especially in athletes. Advertisement Anatomy of the Rectus Femoris The quadriceps is located at the front of your thigh and consists of four muscles: the rectus femoris, the vastus medialis, the vastus lateralis and the vastus intermedius....

If you have a grass pollen allergy, add oranges to the list of foods you may want to avoid during allergy season. Image Credit: Capelle.r/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Birch Pollen Allergy Grass Pollen Allergy Ragweed Pollen Allergy 'Tis the time of year for itchy eyes, constant sneezing and stuffiness. It's the start of allergy season — and for some people, that's just no fun. Advertisement If you have seasonal allergies, you might notice that certain meals or snacks seem to trigger your symptoms more than others....

When you've got an upset stomach, certain foods can make your symptoms worse. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea can put tremendous strain on your body, whether your symptoms stem from an infection, pregnancy or food poisoning. And when you’re dealing with an upset stomach, the last thing you want is your symptoms to worsen. Advertisement Besides noshing on bland, starchy foods like plain toast and pretzels, make sure to avoid these symptom-exacerbating culprits....

Unfortunately, there's no one-size-fits-all answer for how quickly you can get in shape for a 10-mile run. Image Credit: milan2099/E+/GettyImages Whether you’re looking at a 10-mile run as a fitness goal or weight loss milestone — or to fulfill a dare — how long it takes to get in shape will depend on where you’re starting from. Advertisement If you're not used to distance running, the trick is to start with what you're capable of now, and then gradually increase your distance or level of exertion until your body is ready for the full 10 miles....

Meat is a great source of iron. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages You may take iron pills to treat iron-deficiency anemia or to supplement low iron in your diet. The recommended maximum iron intake is 45 milligrams per day in healthy adults, and taking more than that can cause side effects or an overdose. Advertisement Tip Most healthy adults can safely take 45 milligrams per day of elemental iron. Why Take Iron Pills?...

How long you hold a plank depends on your goals and current fitness level. Image Credit: Vladimir Vladimirov/E+/GettyImages So, is it better to hold one long plank or multiple sets of short planks? While most trainers don’t debate the fact that planks are one of the best exercises to strengthen your core muscles, how long you should hold one is highly contested. Advertisement The plank exercise, in which you hold your body in a straight line, supporting yourself on either your forearms or hands, is often part of a core strengthening program — and for good reason....

Walking is a great exercise for various fitness levels. Image Credit: JGI/Tom Grill/Tetra images/GettyImages Whether your goal is weight loss, gain or maintenance, a 45-minute walk is a great way to burn calories and improve your overall health. The calories burned walking 4 mph for 45 minutes will vary from person to person based on your weight and the intensity of your walk. Use your existing weight to calculate how many calories a 45-minute walk burns and identify your daily caloric needs to meet your goals....

The push-up might be the most well-known exercise on the planet. As a measure of physical fitness, it’s used by everyone from middle school gym teachers to drill sergeants. If you’re looking to build strength, adding a push-up routine to your workout plan is a good move – but too much of a good thing might be just as bad as no exercise at all. Push-up tests aren't just for middle-schoolers....

Upping the weight on your strength-training workouts can help increase the amount of calories you burn before and after your workouts. Image Credit: tawanlubfah/iStock/GettyImages While cardio usually gets all the credit for calories burned, strength training, if structured effectively, can also tap into the calorie-burning arena — and keep your metabolism healthy. Advertisement But tracking caloric expenditure ‌during‌ strength training isn't all that matters, Alec Blenis, CSCS, a strength and endurance coach for Complete Human Performance and the metabolic specialist for Life Time, tells LIVESTRONG....

Unfortunately, when you have too much salt in your cookie dough, not much can be done. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages Unfortunately, when you have too much salt in your cookie dough, not much can be done. However, pairing the cookies with something a little sweeter can make them more palatable, because sweetness balances saltiness. Advertisement Cookies ⁠— Too Much Salt Fix In an interview with LIVESTRONG.com, Penny Stankiewicz, Pastry & Baking Arts Chef-Instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education, discusses the problem of too much salt in cookies and other baked goods....

Adzuki beans, also called aduki or azuki beans, are small, red, dry beans often used in Japanese and Chinese dishes. Image Credit: Michelle Arnold / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Adzuki beans, also called aduki or azuki beans, are small, red, dry beans often used in Japanese and Chinese dishes. Their small size lets them cook more quickly than other beans, and they have a reputation for not causing quite as much of a gas problem as other beans....

A pork dish in a crock pot. Image Credit: ddsign_stock/iStock/Getty Images Boston butt is a cut of pork that comes from the upper part of the shoulder on the front leg of the pig. It is a great cut of meat for making one pot meals that can feed the entire family and then some. There are many ways to cook this cut of meat, including barbecuing and smoking. However, one of the easiest and most flavorful is in a Crock-Pot....

Finding an enticing Big Green Egg chicken breast recipe can broaden your grilling horizons. Image Credit: OksanaKiian/iStock/GettyImages Finding an enticing Big Green Egg chicken breast recipe can broaden your grilling horizons. By basting the chicken with healthy olive oil and adding a few tangy spices and garnishes, you’ll create a tasty, nutritious dish that will be the highlight of your family dinner or neighborhood cookout. Advertisement Discovering Chicken's Nutritional Value Chicken offers varied nutritional benefits....

Low in calories and rich in protein, mushrooms are ideal for vegans and dieters alike. Image Credit: Jeff Giniewicz/iStock/GettyImages Low in calories and rich in protein, mushrooms are ideal for vegans and dieters alike. Cooking mushrooms in the oven is easy — all you need is a dash of olive oil, salt, pepper and aromatic herbs or spices. This delicious meal will delight your senses without adding inches to your waistline....