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The best late-night snacks for weight loss are filling without packing a lot of calories. Image Credit: funkcanna/iStock/GettyImages It’s hard to fall asleep with an empty and growling stomach, and it can be tempting to reach for something quick and tasty late at night to quench a craving. Advertisement But there are plenty of healthy snacks to help curb your hunger before bed. The key is choosing foods that are low in calories and high in volume to leave you feeling full without pushing you over your daily calorie limit....

Blackberries are full of vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants, which fend off free radicals. Image Credit: 5second/iStock/GettyImages You can snack on blackberries to meet your daily fruit requirements or add them to dessert for a nutritious twist on cakes and tarts. Advertisement But if you experience certain side effects, such as diarrhea, after eating blackberries, there may be an underlying issue causing you to be incompatible with the fruit. Video of the Day Some common causes of diarrhea from blackberries include salicylate sensitivity, allergies and food poisoning....

Yes, coffee perks you up — but too much caffeine may actually make you feel more tired. Image Credit: mapodile/E+/GettyImages You couldn’t live without your morning cup of coffee — or five. Am I right? It’s what gets you out of bed in the morning, helps you shake off sleepiness and sharpens your mind so you can get stuff done. Advertisement "Caffeine is a stimulant. For most people, consuming a reasonable amount will cause minimal side effects," says Sunitha Posina, MD, an internal medicine doctor in Stony Brook, New York....

Look for unsweetened, fortified almond milk to save calories and get the nutritional benefits. Image Credit: Anna Usova/iStock/GettyImages Almond milk may be marketed as a substitute for dairy milk, but it’s not entirely nutritionally equivalent. When you’re trying to lose weight, both almond milk and skim milk have distinct advantages. Almond milk is lower in calories, which makes it easier to fit into a calorie-controlled diet, but milk has more calorie-burning protein and more evidence linking it to fat loss....

Warming up before working out can take some of the "ouch" out of bench presses. Image Credit: nd3000/iStock/Getty Images For guys in particular, chest muscles are a high priority when embarking on a fitness regimen and the bench press is shown to be the fast track to strong chest muscles. In a study ranking the most effective chest exercises, the American Council on Exercise ranked it number one. Advertisement Bench presses may also be near the top of the list for post-workout soreness....

Everyone needs a little extra motivation every now and again. Image Credit: Yagi Studio/DigitalVision/GettyImages Motivation isn’t really something that can be lost or found, but if you’re looking for a little boost, an inspirational quote can help. Adopting a mantra is more than finding the #MondayMotivation to exercise, though. It can also help improve your mental health, according to an October 2018 study from the European Journal of Integrative Medicine....

Bok choy in a basket by a sink. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Getty Images While green vegetables such as bok choy provide your body with many essential vitamins and nutrients, even healthy foods should be eaten in moderation. Too much raw bok choy can have a serious and potentially life-threatening effect on your thyroid gland, and medical professionals advise against overindulging in the raw version of this tasty vegetable. Advertisement About Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism causes your thyroid gland to produce an inadequate amount of thyroid hormone....

a cup of coffee on a wooden table. Image Credit: vectorarts/iStock/Getty Images According to CBS News, caffeine is America’s fuel. More than 50 percent of Americans drink three to four cups of coffee a day, which works out to more than 330 million cups. But that’s just coffee. If you include things like tea and caffeinated soft drinks, the number jumps to 80 percent of Americans drinking one form of caffeine or another....

Caramel apple covered in nuts Image Credit: RonOrmanJr/iStock/Getty Images Caramel apples are good any time of year, but they evoke a sense of autumn, when the crunch of leaves and the scent of apples fill the air. The apples provide a healthy substrate for the caramel so you get a bit of nutrition with your chewy treat. Advertisement Apples Depending on their size, apples have anywhere from 77 to 120 calories....

Your doctor may identify a low-lying placenta via ultrasound. Image Credit: isabelle Limbach/iStock/Getty Images Your baby’s placenta attaches to the inside of your uterus early in pregnancy. As the uterus grows, the placenta attachment site typically moves away from the cervix, or opening to the uterus, and toward the top, or fundus, of the uterus. However, if your placenta is close to the cervix during your pregnancy, you should take special precautions to reduce your risk of pregnancy complications....

A man and woman are jogging. Image Credit: Milenko Bokan/iStock/Getty Images Weighted vests and ankle weights are great for burning calories and losing weight. By using these simple pieces of exercise equipment, you’re able to combine strength training and cardio into one workout. Always consult a doctor before starting a new exercise program. Advertisement Benefits Weighted vests and ankle weights can increase the intensity of basic exercise routines, which results in more weight loss and toned muscles....

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Vitamin B complex supplements can cause indirect abdominal bloating. Image Credit: C f O’kane/Hemera/Getty Images B-complex vitamins are found in a variety of fruits and vegetables, as well as poultry, eggs, fish and meat. Following the recommended dietary guidelines set by the USDA can ensure you are getting enough of these vitamins daily. However, some people may require B complex supplements due to malnutrition or malabsorption. B-complex supplements have few listed side effects, and most of them are digestive....

Tomato soup should work in most low-carb diets — you just need to plan for it. Image Credit: Nick Bubb www.imagecaptured.co.uk/Moment/GettyImages With vibrant tomatoes, rich cream and Italian seasoning, tomato soup is the perfect comfort food —and those croutons on top or grilled cheese triangles on the side can be pretty satisfying, too. Plus, tomatoes are a good source of the antioxidant lycopene, according to the Mayo Clinic, especially when they’ve been cooked....

Close-up of a deli sandwich. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/liquidlibrary/Getty Images Breastfeeding is exciting for many new mothers who want to ensure that their infant is getting proper nutrition. Breastfeeding women need to increase their food and fluid intake by about 500 calories more than a woman who is neither pregnant nor breastfeeding. However, there are some foods that breastfeeding women should avoid, as they can cause problems for the baby. While cold deli meats are not recommended for consumption during pregnancy, they are safe to have during the breastfeeding period....

A bowl of cashews on a table. Image Credit: etiennevoss/iStock/Getty Images Making smart food choices is a must for those who want to look good and feel great. Unfortunately, certain foods – such as those low in fiber, like cashews – can lead to the development of constipation and other painful gastrointestinal conditions. If you develop constipation after eating cashews, you may want to talk to your doctor to ensure you’re not allergic....

Corn oil and canola oil are often mistaken for the same oil. Image Credit: AlexPro9500/iStock/GettyImages Corn oil and canola oil are often mistaken for the same oil. While both have a mild flavor and are commonly used in baking, frying and as a base for salad dressings, they are different and canola oil benefits may be greater than those of corn oil. Advertisement Corn Oil vs. Canola Oil The simplest difference between corn and canola oil is that the former is processed and extracted from corn, while canola oil is produced from an edible version of the rapeseed plant....

Heartbeat drawing. Image Credit: Peshkova/iStock/Getty Images Tachycardia is a rapid heart beat. Your heart normally beats from 60 to 100 times per minute when you are in a resting state of non-exertion. A heart rate of more than 100 beats per minute at rest is considered too fast, and is a case of tachycardia. The condition can be temporary or a more chronic issue stemming from heart disease or lifestyle choices....

Broccoli stems contain a number of essential vitamins and nutrients, and can be used in recipes such as stir fry or pesto. When you get a bunch of broccoli, your instinct may be to toss the stems, and keep the flowers. But did you know that the stem contains just as many nutrients as the whole broccoli? It's replete with vitamin C, E, K and more. Advertisement Tip Broccoli stems contain a number of essential vitamins and nutrients, and can be used in recipes such as stir fry or pesto....

Learning to increase your force in hitting will make a difference. Punching “power” matters more than size ever will. Receiving professional training in how to make use of your fists – no matter their size – will ensure that you have the proper form and the correct technique to control the force of your punch. What Does Matter No matter the fighting style, people with hands ranging from small to large have become champions....