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The number of calories you burn in a strength training session is based on several factors. Image Credit: Kanawa_Studio/iStock/GettyImages Whether you choose dumbbells, resistance bands, weight machines or body-weight exercises, resistance training will strengthen your bones and muscles, keep your metabolism humming and help make everyday activities easier. Advertisement And although lifting weights doesn't burn as many calories as cardio does in a single session, the perks last well beyond the end of your workout....

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, have been cultivated for over 7,000 years and continue to be a source of protein for people around the world. Dried chickpeas are inexpensive, versatile and are easily incorporated into a healthy diet. Calories A 1/4 cup serving of dried chickpeas – a little more than 1/2 cup cooked – provides 182 calories. This assumes the chickpeas have been boiled in water without added fat or other ingredients....

Although some believe that apple cider vinegar can be beneficial for people with gout, there are no scientific studies evaluating the efficacy of drinking apple cider vinegar for gout treatment. Image Credit: TARIK KIZILKAYA/iStock/GettyImages Nearly one in four people with gout mistakenly believe that natural remedies like apple cider vinegar can treat the disease, according to the Alliance for Gout Awareness. However, there is no scientific evidence that drinking apple cider vinegar for gout can cure or eliminate the disease....

Caffeine doesn't cause chest pain for most people. Image Credit: RuslanDashinsky/iStock/GettyImages You may wonder how much caffeine is too much if you have ever had enough coffee, tea or energy drinks to make your head buzz and your heart beat like a drum. You might also worry about what caffeine is doing to your heart if you sometimes feel chest pain after drinking tea or coffee. Advertisement "Although it is theoretically possible that you could have chest pain from caffeine, caffeine is not considered a cause of chest pain," says John V....

Sumo squats are a great way to work the inner knee. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Performing exercises to strengthen the inner knee muscles might help prevent knee injuries and help create a shapely set of legs. Target these with an inner thigh workout. Advertisement Inner knee muscles can be strengthened with common exercises that target your quad muscles — with small modifications in exercise position. Include straight leg raises, squats and quad sets in your inner thigh workout....

Pickling vegetables does add some sodium, but it doesn’t remove nutrients. Image Credit: Michelle Arnold / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages The salty taste of pickled vegetables — most commonly cucumbers, though there are other options — is popular among even picky eaters. The practice of fermented foods for preservation has been around for thousands of years, and many pickled vegetables’ benefits for health are still relevant today. Advertisement Tip No, pickling vegetables doesn’t remove nutrients, though it does add sodium....

Visit Page https://go.skimresources.com Research suggests probiotic strains Akkermansia and Clostridium may help support management of type 2 diabetes. Image Credit: Pendulum Therapeutics/LIVESTRONG.com Creative For the more than 37 million Americans living with diabetes, diet, exercise and sometimes medication figure prominently in the management of the disease. But did you know that research now suggests probiotic supplements could be added to that list of management tools, too? Advertisement A July 2020 clinical trial in ​BMJ Open Diabetes Research and Care​ showed the combination of probiotic strains found in Pendulum Glucose Control helped reduce after-meal blood sugar spikes in people with type 2 diabetes who were also on metformin....

Intestinal gas is a normal by-product of digestion, but excessive gas can cause loud, smelly flatulence, which can be both uncomfortable and downright embarrassing. Certain foods tend to increase the levels of intestinal gas, but not all of them cause foul-smelling flatulence. Foods that produce malodorous gas are usually those high in sulfur, which produce a smell similar to rotten eggs. Dairy products can also cause smelly flatulence if you have problems digesting them, particularly those with a high sulfur content....

Chicken breast is a great source of protein. Image Credit: Kritchanut/iStock/GettyImages People rarely think about their bones, much less what’s inside them. Without healthy bone marrow, your body can’t make the white and red blood cells that support oxygen transportation, blood clotting and a strong immune system. Eating protein, iron and B vitamins will help bone marrow do its job. Advertisement Bone Marrow Basics Marrow is a spongy material found inside most of the bones in the body....

The calories in grilled chicken breast provide energy for your body Grilled chicken breast is a summer time favorite, served plain or slathered in barbecue sauce. Its versatility makes this meat useful in the kitchen as well; not only does grilled chicken breast serve as a high quality protein source by itself, you can add it to salads and casseroles to boost the nutritional value. Advertisement Do you want to lose weight or be healthier?...

Cardio kickboxing will burn calories, build strength and make you feel like a badass. Image Credit: TommL/E+/GettyImages Ready to kick (literally) your exercise routine up a notch? Try cardio kickboxing, the popular mash-up workout that mixes boxing and martial arts with aerobics, according to the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Advertisement Katalin Rodriguez Ogren, a four-time black belt and owner of POW! Gym Chicago, says kickboxing is a great way to work the entire body....

Calculate your daily caloric needs with a mathematical formula. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages If you sit most of the day or do very little physical activity, you might be wondering how to determine your calories burned when sedentary. Although the amounts vary by person, there are online calculators and equations you can reference to help you figure out the number of calories you burn. Advertisement Tip To determine the number of calories a sedentary person burns each day, use an online calculator or an equation like the Harris-Benedict equation....

Try including more fresh salads featuring longevity foods, such as olive oil and tomatoes, in your diet. Image Credit: MEDITERRANEAN/E+/GettyImages If you had a chance to interview the longest living people on the planet, would you ask, “What do you eat every day?” Yep, we all know that food plays a pivotal role in healthy aging. Advertisement Considering you probably won't have the chance to do a worldwide survey of centenarians, we tapped experts to find out which foods are most popular in places with the lengthiest lifespans....

Glute bridges can be part of a safe and functional at-home workout for people with MS. Image Credit: bojanstory/E+/GettyImages In This Article How MS Affects Movement Benefits of Exercise for MS 10-Minute Workout If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), simply getting through the day may feel like an uphill climb. Working out may be very low on your list of priorities. Yet, fitting in some exercise — when you feel up for it — can actually help improve symptoms and slow down the condition's progression....

Sliced whole-grain bread on a wooden table. Image Credit: Anna_Shepulova/iStock/Getty Images Unrefined carbs make a far better choice than refined carbs. Unrefined carbs are minimally processed, rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, and include whole grains, fruits, vegetables and beans. Refined carbs – white bread, chips and soda – on the other hand, are highly processed, offer very little nutritional value and may make it harder for you to lose weight....

Close-up of woman reading the label on two cans. Image Credit: tetmc/iStock/Getty Images Artificial preservatives can help your food last longer without becoming contaminated with food-borne illnesses, which is the reason they’re found in so many different processed foods. Although all artificial preservatives used in the United States have been deemed “generally recognized as safe” by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, not all of these additives are 100-percent safe for everyone....

Chickpeas and beans offer a plant-based, protein-rich alternative to meat. Image Credit: Lesyy/iStock/GettyImages What are amino acids? In a nutshell, protein. More specifically, as the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) explains, amino acids are organic compounds that come together to form proteins. And, as such, they are the essential “building blocks of life.” Advertisement According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH), amino acids are found in your muscle, hair, skin and bones, enabling your body to grow, repair body tissue and break down food....

2 pound weights are great when coming back from injury. Image Credit: Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images If you’re healing from an injury or illness, or are just starting to get active, you may find yourself using 2 lb. dumbbells for an arm workout. But don’t get too used to those weights: As your strength builds, you’ll need heavier weights to keep challenging your body. Advertisement If you are recovering from injury or illness, consult a physical therapist or doctor to determine which exercises — and weights — are appropriate for you....

Blood pressure drugs can cause some intense side effects. Image Credit: Wutthichai Luemuang / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Blood pressure drugs can definitely be lifesavers. But they also come with side effects, complicating the adoption of any blood pressure drug regimen. And if someone accidentally or intentionally takes more medication than they’re supposed to, the result could be dangerous. Advertisement Side Effects Can Occur “Any time you take any medication, you are at risk for having side effects,” notes Willie E....

Cutting back can lead to a caffeine withdrawal headache, and other unpleasant symptoms. Image Credit: Abdulrhman Al Shidokhi/500px Prime/GettyImages Caffeine can be a quick pick-me-up or give you an energy boost to start your day. But your body can eventually depend on it. Cutting back can lead to a caffeine withdrawal headache and other unpleasant symptoms. Advertisement Caffeine withdrawal symptoms typically begin about 24 hours after you stop consuming it and can last for three days or more, according to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation....