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Grapefruit is a rich source of vitamins A and C. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative The thought of eating grapefruit either has you craving the tang and sourness or sends you running toward the sweetness of an orange. But you don’t want to miss out: Grapefruit is full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that stack up to some pretty impressive health benefits. Advertisement Learn how to fill your plate with healthy, nutrient-dense foods by logging your meals on the MyPlate app....

Adderall can increase heart rate but should never be used for weight loss Image Credit: SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY/Science Photo Library/GettyImages Adderall is a stimulant drug that can only be obtained with a prescription. Although the medication is legitimately used for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, it is also abused for non-therapeutic purposes. Since stimulants are capable of increasing metabolism, Adderall is often abused for the purpose of weight loss....

Ordinary white granulated sugar is made from sugar cane. Image Credit: Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images Most of the common table sugar you use everyday is made from sugar cane. Sugar is processed in many forms including refined white and unrefined brown, granulated, coarse and instant dissolving. The sweet stalk of natural sugar cane, eaten raw, is a treat for young children with a sweet tooth the world over. Advertisement Calorie Content A fresh stick of raw sugar cane contains 40 calories and 10 grams of sugar....

Give your biceps time to recover from workouts. Image Credit: Robert Daly/OJO Images/Getty Images When it comes to building big biceps, too many repetitions are counterproductive. Whether you’re looking to perform in a bodybuilding contest or just want to improve your physique, selecting an appropriate amount of reps and sets will help you achieve bigger biceps. Always check with your doctor before beginning this or any exercise regimen. Advertisement Reps and Sets Anita Bean, the author of “The Complete Guide to Strength Training,” recommends performing six to 12 repetitions in two to three sets....

How to Advertise Personal Training Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/GettyImages When you run your own personal training business, clients are the lifeblood that keeps your business going. By signing up new clients, you receive the revenue necessary to pay for overhead and make your personal training business a success. Advertisement Marketing is a vital part of any business. Advertising your services in and around your community piques the interest of those who need you most....

Using a resistance band that's too light — or too heavy — can ruin your workout. Image Credit: LanaStock/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Bands That Are Too Heavy Bands That Are Too Light Where You Attach the Band How You Secure the Band Where You Place the Band Never Replacing Your Bands Adjusting Exercises Accordingly Many exercisers have already discovered the power of resistance bands. Not only are they more portable — and affordable — than a set of dumbbells, they're also a highly effective workout tool that can target every major muscle group....

Cooking at high temperature sears the meat. Image Credit: Elena_Danileiko/iStock/GettyImages If you’re looking for a way to add some flavor to your meat, then knowing how to cook a high temp roast beef should be on your to-do list. While the internet is full of ways to cook or roast meat on high heat, choosing a method that is backed by an expert is a great place to start. Advertisement Tip When cooking an oven roast at 500 degrees, it's important to adhere to the recommended time, especially if you want meat that is moist and tender....

Lay boneless chicken breast with vegetables and sauce on a large sheet of foil. Image Credit: Amax Photo/E+/GettyImages You crave grilled chicken, but don’t feel like the time-consuming clean up that follows. Cook chicken in foil on the grill, for a flavorful meal without the mess. Advertisement Tip Lay boneless chicken breast with vegetables and sauce on a large sheet of foil. Fold it up, and place on a hot grill....

Cooking hamburgers in a convection oven requires a reduced temperature and less time than a conventional oven. Image Credit: Simala Kama / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages When the weather turns cold and rainy, heading outside to grill up some burgers is likely the last thing you want to do. Fortunately, you can still enjoy a burger and fries by cooking hamburgers in convection oven. Advertisement Tip Cooking hamburgers in a convection oven requires a reduced temperature and less time than a conventional oven....

To cook steel-cut oats in the microwave, a one part oats to four parts water. Image Credit: Aleksandr Kyzmin/iStock/GettyImages Microwaving is the quickest way to cook steel-cut oats. Other options, such as overnight oatmeal and slow-cooker oatmeal, also take little time to prepare. Whichever method you choose, the nutrition in this food makes it an unbeatable way to start a day. Advertisement Tip To cook steel-cut oats in the microwave, a one part oats to four parts water....

It is possilbe to prepare your own meals similar to Nutrisystem. Image Credit: wmaster890/iStock/GettyImages Diet programs like Nutrisystem promise to help you lose weight, but they can be rigid and expensive to follow. Get a little more flexibility by creating your own Nutrisystem meals at home. All you need is a little planning and meal prep work on the weekend to start losing weight on your own. Advertisement About the Nutrisystem Program Nutrisystem is a weight-loss program that offers meal plans with prepackaged meals and guidance as to how to slowly work in your own freshly-prepared food that you love....

Man drinking a glass of milk Image Credit: Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images Building muscle requires a combination of strength-building exercises and eating high-quality foods that are high in protein. Nonfat milk is a high-quality food, containing approximately 8 g of protein and 83 calories in 1 cup, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Milk is also an excellent source of dietary calcium and vitamin D, if you choose enriched milk. To build muscle, you need to consume more calories than you expend....

Not sure what to order at your favorite Mexican restaurant? Try these nutritionists’ health-conscious tips. Image Credit: stocksy/Alejandro Moreno de Carlos Margarita Monday? Taco Tuesday? As if you need a special day of the week to enjoy some delicious eats at your local Mexican restaurant. One of the virtues of Mexican cuisine is that you can enjoy it without falling off the healthy-eating bandwagon. (Guacamole, anyone?) The trick is knowing how to navigate the menu....

Use frozen tomatoes for fresh-flavored soups in the winter. Image Credit: SGAPhoto/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Sauce Soups and Stews When the bounty of fresh-picked tomatoes overflows in late summer, you'll want to put all the extras in the freezer. All you have to do is rinse the tomatoes, cut out the cores and set the tomatoes on a pan to freeze individually. Advertisement Stored in freezer-safe bags, the low-calorie, vitamin-rich fruit is ready at a moment's notice to include in a nutritious meal....

A woman is drinking a glass of juice. Image Credit: Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images As the saying goes, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. The 24-hour fat-flush diet is a holiday detox diet created by Anne Louise Gittleman, a holistic nutritionist and author. She states on her website that you can lose 5 pounds, melt fat and flush your body of all the harmful toxins you consumed on Christmas in 24 hours....

Band-assisted pull-ups are one compound back exercise that can help you build strength quick. Image Credit: alvarez/E+/GettyImages With pull-up bars, barbells, lat pulldown machines and TRX, there’s enough equipment at the gym that you could spend all day working just your back muscles. But if you want to maximize your time, compound back exercises are the way to go. Advertisement Compound moves activate more than one muscle group at once — sometimes several — giving you a lot more bang for your buck in a lot less time....

These common blunders, shared by dietitians, might reduce the number of nutrients in your meals. Image Credit: AlenaPaulus/iStock/GettyImages Cooking meals at home can feel incredibly empowering once you get the hang of it. The ability to control how healthy your meals are is in your hands — not a restaurant’s — and you’re probably saving a significant amount of money in the process. Advertisement In fact, cooking more meals at home does actually lead to better diet quality, according to a May 2017 review in the ​American Journal of Preventive Medicine....

references Mintel: "A Snacking Nation: 94% of Americans Snack Daily" Advances in Nutrition: "Snack Food, Satiety, and Weight" 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans: "Shifts Needed To Align With Healthy Eating Patterns" Nutrition Journal: "Replacing American Snacks with Tree Nuts Increases Consumption of Key Nutrients Among US Children and Adults: Results of an NHANES Modeling Study" Store-bought snacks save time and effort in the kitchen and can be part of a healthy diet if you know what to look for....

When your core is strong enough to handle planks balancing on the floor, take your feet up on a stability ball. Image Credit: MichaelSvoboda/E+/GettyImages Do you have a stability ball collecting dust? If so, bring it out! An exercise ball is one of the most underestimated pieces of equipment, but it’s fantastic for leveling up body-weight exercises. Advertisement Stability balls create instability during certain exercises, which forces your abs to work harder to brace your body....

No need to neglect your breakfast bagel. Try these healthy hacks instead. Image Credit: Elodie_Saracco/iStock/GettyImages Whether you’re a city dweller or suburbanite, a breakfast person or trying intermittent fasting, we can all agree on one thing: Bagels are marvelous. But if you’re looking to stay on track with your health and wellness goals, the breakfast sandwich can pack on quite a bit of carbs and calories. Advertisement Good news: You don't have to break up with your favorite a....