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Physical therapist working with patient doing ankle exercises. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/Getty Images Injuries to the ankle are extremely common and can often leave lingering weakness. Injuries such as sprains and strains often affect the ligaments and tendons that run along the sides of the foot. These ligaments and tendons are responsible for range of motion and stability of the ankle. Eversion and inversion exercises can help regain movement and stability after an injury....

Bananas may help fight inflammation, even in smoothie form. Image Credit: DENIO RIGACCI/iStock/Getty Images If you’re searching for the best anti-inflammatory foods, add nutrient-rich bananas to the menu. This tasty fruit’s powerful antioxidant compounds can help to reduce inflammation and promote better digestive system health. Together, this enables you to enjoy a better quality of life. Advertisement Snapshot of Chronic Inflammation Inflammation in your body can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, inflammation occurs when your immune system senses a foreign substance that threatens your body in some way, states Harvard Health....

Garlic powder is rich in nutrients. Image Credit: MSPhotographic/iStock/GettyImages Garlic is best known as a flavorful spice. However, throughout history, many different cultures have used garlic to prevent and treat different diseases. Garlic powder benefits health thanks to its array of nutrients and varied beneficial bioactive compounds. Advertisement Read more: 12 Foods With Surprising Health Benefits Video of the Day Nutritional Benefits of Garlic Powder Garlic powder has a very strong flavor, so most recipes use it in moderation....

Coffee can cause an upset stomach. Image Credit: serezniy/iStock/GettyImages If you like coffee, you probably look forward to drinking it each morning. But this morning kick-start may turn your day sour if your morning coffee and an upset stomach go together. Advertisement Tip Coffee isn't a definitive cause of an upset stomach or other gastrointestinal issues, but medical experts consider it to be a cause of some stomach problems. It may not be the coffee itself, but the milk or cream, that's causing your gas or stomach upset if you're allergic or intolerant to dairy....

Chicken broth can help with healing. Image Credit: Максим Крысанов/iStock/GettyImages Drinking broth made from chicken, goose, lamb, cow and other animals has become very popular in recent years as broth may be able to help accelerate healing, increase your energy levels, stop inflammation and support your immune system. Bone broth has also been incorporated as a healthy food in many diets, like the paleo diet and Dr. Kellyann’s 21-Day Bone Broth Diet, with the idea that it can help support weight loss....

Certain supplements can help you start your period. Taking certain medications, such as birth control pills, can delay your period, but not any particular supplements that you can purchase over the counter. Some supplements, such as iron, can actually help your menstrual cycle if you have anemia. If your periods are not regular or you want to delay them, speak to your doctor about your options as certain medications can help either instance....

Chest pain that occurs after pullups can stem from several conditions. Image Credit: Stevica Mrdja / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Chest pain following pull-up exercises can stem from several different causes, some serious and some that should respond to simple care at home. It may simply indicate a muscle pull or spasm. Advertisement However, it's not always simple to distinguish between less and more serious chest pain, which can indicate trouble with your heart....

Gas Prevention While on a High-Protein Diet Image Credit: PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou/PhotoAlto Agency RF Collections/GettyImages Protein usually doesn’t produce much gas, so when a high-protein diet leaves you bloated and gassy, the first step is to look at other elements in the diet that could be the culprit. Protein may cause extra gas if you’re low in digestive acids and enzymes, or when a lot of protein is fermented in the colon....

Set your expectations at a reasonable level so that you can enjoy your workout. Image Credit: Thomas Barwick/Taxi/GettyImages Normally, exercise should boost your boost your mood and leave you feeling energized and ready to face the rest of your day. These feelings largely occur due to the release of “feel-good” chemicals known as endorphins, which are produced by your body when you exercise. Advertisement Endorphins serve to reduce your perception of pain and improve your mood....

Crab legs grill quickly and easily. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images Grilling isn’t the traditional method of cooking crab legs, but it is a quick and easy way to cook this tasty treat. Crab legs cook quickly; you can buy already-cooked crab legs or cook them fresh. You can grill on a charcoal or gas grill; a gas grill gives you better temperature control, but charcoal adds a smoky flavor. Advertisement Choosing Crab Legs Crabs come in different varieties and sizes, and their legs also vary in size....

Teens need a nutrient-rich diet to support both growth and health. Image Credit: Preto_perola/iStock/GettyImages Healthy eating is important at all stages of life, but for a growing teen, getting the right nutrients is especially essential. Building healthy eating habits now often results in a healthier life down the line. Advertisement Consider Your Calories The energy a teen needs can vary, depending on a number of factors such as age, weight, height, gender and level of physical activity....

You should wait a few weeks after an appendectomy before going back to exercise. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Appendectomy is a common procedure performed when your appendix has become infected and painful. Following the surgery, is it crucial that you rest and refrain from physical activity for a period of time to allow your body to heal. Advertisement Recovery usually takes about two weeks, although you should consult with your doctor before resuming exercise to ensure you do not put yourself at risk for complications....

A raw vegan diet won’t detox your body, but eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains can help with weight loss. Image Credit: from_my_point_of_view/iStock/GettyImages You may have heard that a vegan raw food diet can “detox” your body, removing harmful substances and kick-starting weight loss. In reality, your body is already well-equipped to remove toxins — that’s what your liver and kidneys are for. Advertisement Raw food diets are typically vegan, and can be difficult to follow....

How many calories you should burn a day depends on your weight-loss goals. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages It’s a tale as old as time: In order to lose weight, you need to move more and eat less. But understanding how much more to move can be confusing. Advertisement That's because the amount of calories you need to burn a day to lose weight depends on many factors, including your weight-loss goal, how much you're eating and how you're burning those calories....

How many hours of sleep you need depends on your age, lifestyle and genetics, but there's an easy way to figure out what's optimal for you. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. We live in a sleep-deprived nation. Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends adults get seven to nine hours of shut-eye per night, one-third of Americans rack up less than that, according to a February 2016 CDC study....

If you go through TP like nobody's business, there could be a problem with how you're pooping. Image Credit: Василий Авраменко/iStock/GettyImages File this under: Things you’ve always wanted to ask your doctor but, honestly, never would. Well, we’re doing the dirty work for you. Advertisement Ideally, you should need to wipe a couple times after a bowel movement, says James Gordon, MD, a gastroenterologist with Banner Health in Sun City West, Arizona....

Drinking orange juice can help bring your blood sugar back to a normal level when it drops. Image Credit: andresr/E+/GettyImages Every diabetes management plan focuses on keeping your blood sugar, or glucose, levels stable throughout the day, with much attention paid to avoiding high blood sugar. But low blood sugar, known as hypoglycemia, can also wreak havoc on your body. Advertisement If you've gone through diabetes education, you learned about the perils of high blood sugar, or hyperglycemia....

Baking boneless, skinless chicken tenders in the oven is an easy go-to for lunch or dinner. Image Credit: mikafotostok/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Recipe Cooking Times Chart Chicken tenders are lean, tender and cook quickly, says Yankel Polak, head chef at ButcherBox. "It's my go-to choice for healthy meal prep when I don't have much time and want something like a quick weeknight stir-fry." Advertisement And you don't need much for a flavorful dinner: "A splash of olive oil, your favorite spices and a hot oven are all you need to make delicious, no-fuss chicken tenders," Polak says....

The great thing about thin chuck steak recipes is that you can prepare them in a variety of ways. Image Credit: vi-mart/iStock/GettyImages The great thing about thin chuck steak recipes is that you can prepare them in a variety of ways. Because the cut is thin, the steak cooks faster, so you can get a nice meal on the table in no time. Advertisement What is a Chuck Steak? According to Texas A&M University, chuck cuts come from the front shoulder area of a cow....

These recipes for egg white muffins, sandwiches, omelets, wraps and more will shake up your breakfast routine. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages If you want a high-protein breakfast, but want to keep cholesterol to a minimum, egg whites are a great go-to. Sure, we all love a good, creamy (or runny) egg yolk, but having too many may not be ideal for those with certain risk factors. Advertisement The yolk of the egg is where all of the cholesterol is found — about 185 milligrams....