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You need to have a healthy well rounded diet to lose weight. Image Credit: Yulia Gusterina/iStock/GettyImages Dietary advice can be confusing, especially when it comes to weight loss, and the fact that every second person you meet has something different to say doesn’t make things any easier. If you’re trying to figure out whether you should be eating less to lose fat, here’s what you need to know. Advertisement Read more: Which Parts of the Body Slim Down First When You Start Losing Weight?...

Taking a multivitamin pill with milk can inhibit the proper absorption of iron. Image Credit: Makidotvn/iStock/GettyImages Drinking fortified, reduced-fat milk can be a healthy way to meet the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommended daily intake for calcium, phosphorus, potassium and vitamins A and D. You probably don’t want to take your multivitamin (or iron supplement) with a glass of milk, however. Advertisement Research has shown that calcium can inhibit the body's ability to absorb the iron in supplements and multivitamins, as described in the October 2010 issue of the ​International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research​....

You might be able to tough out your workout while nursing a hangover... but should you? Image Credit: Maskot/Maskot/GettyImages So you went out last night and had too much to drink, and now you’re dealing with all the not-so-pleasant after-effects the morning after. Should you try to power through your workout anyway? Advertisement On the one hand, you might wonder whether sweating it out might actually help you feel better. On the other, you feel truly terrible....

The parathyroid consists of are four small glands in the neck located on the thyroid gland. Although these two glands are close in location, their functions are unrelated. The thyroid is responsible for regulating metabolism, so too much thyroid hormone can be associated with weight loss, and too little with weight gain and fatigue. In some cases, when the thyroid is removed surgically, the parathyroid is damaged, resulting in hypoparathyroidism....

This product is sold in a can. Image Credit: BWFolsom/iStock/Getty Images Chef Boyardee is one of the numerous brands that make up ConAgra Foods conglomerate. Many of the Chef Boyardee products are canned pastas, such as spaghetti and ravioli. One of the ravioli products Chef Boyardee manufactures is Chef Boyardee Beef Ravioli. Advertisement Ingredients and Serving Chef Boyardee Beef Ravioli is a canned pasta served in a tomato and meat sauce....

It's not safe to skip meals if you have diabetes. Image Credit: Panupong Piewkleng/iStock/GettyImages Eating a healthful diet to keep your blood sugar levels stable throughout the day is one of the cornerstones of diabetes management — but what if you aren’t hungry or lose your appetite? Is it OK to skip a meal? Advertisement ​Read more:​ How Long Does It Take for Blood Sugar Levels to Peak After Eating? Video of the Day The Risks of Not Eating “Skipping meals is not safe if you have diabetes,” cautions Audrey Koltun, RDN, CDCES, a dietitian in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at Cohen Children’s Medical Center in Lake Success, New York....

Fresh-baked bread and wheat on a wooden background Image Credit: villagemoon/iStock/Getty Images The proteins casein and gluten are two of the top allergens found in the American diet, the former being found in dairy products and the latter in many grains. Some digestive enzyme supplements containing the enzyme DPP-IV, or dipeptidyl peptidase-4, can facilitate the breakdown of these offending proteins. Although digestive enzymes appear promising, they cannot be recommended to people with casein or gluten allergies until more clinical trials are done in humans....

The mild flavor and soft texture of white bread make it ideal for sandwiches and toast, as well as especially appealing to children. The taste, color and texture of this bread come at a cost, however. The refining process that makes wheat flour whiter and sweeter also removes many of the wheat’s beneficial nutrients and fiber. White bread contains some fiber, but it’s not an ideal fiber source. Fiber Content White bread is a low-fiber food; one medium-sized slice contains 0....

A fit man is training his biceps. Image Credit: kzenon/iStock/Getty Images The biceps muscles were given their name based on how many parts they comprise. These muscles are actually called biceps brachii, which translates to two-headed muscle of the arm. Those two muscle heads, or parts, are the inner and outer head. You can choose which part to focus on during your workouts with a few neat exercise manipulation tricks. Bear in mind that you will work heads at all times, but place more stress only on one head using these techniques....

It may be harder to exercise if you're obese, but you still need to do it. Image Credit: Steve Hix/Fuse/Fuse/Getty Images Exercise is an important facet of both weight control and weight loss. But when you reach a certain weight, physical activity can be difficult. The excess pounds require more energy to move around, causing you to become fatigued, and stress the bones and joints, making exercise uncomfortable. This shouldn’t deter you from exercising....

Calf raises work the soleus muscle. Image Credit: kali9/E+/GettyImages Soleus exercises strengthen your calf and help prevent injuries. The soleus muscle is one of two muscles in your calf. The other is the gastrocnemius muscle. When your knee is bent, the soleus muscle is responsible for lifting your heel, allowing the toes to point downward. It also helps to control the movement of the ankle and knee as they bend....

An overweight woman is reaching for a bike. Image Credit: altrendo images/Stockbyte/Getty Images Obese people sometimes want to exercise in order to lose weight and improve their health, and there are certainly many benefits of exercise for overweight people. Exercise poses some risks for obese people, though, and you should be aware of the possible dangers and take steps to protect yourself from them while exercising. Make sure to talk with your doctor before beginning an exercise program, especially if you have any medical problems, to find out what type and amount of exercise is safe for you....

Antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables protect your eyes and may help prevent the eye pressure related to glaucoma. Image Credit: Image Courtesy of Pexels When it comes to eating healthy and the effects that this has on your body, you usually think of your internal organs and physique. How will this affect my liver? My heart? My stomach? All of these are important questions to ask — but how often do you consider the effect your diet has on your eyesight?...

Oranges, lemons, and limes have the highest concentration of citric acid. Image Credit: Дарья Петренко/iStock/Getty Images Citric acid occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables, and serves as a natural preservative and flavoring in foods and drinks. Citric acid in food is also crucial in the Krebs cycle of human metabolism, involving the oxidation of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Advertisement Foods with citric acid can be found in the orchard, garden and your local grocery store....

Different types of fencing use different fencing swords. Image Credit: Capuski/iStock/GettyImages A game of “physical chess,” fencing requires knowledge, skill and confidence. While this sport — heavily based on strategy — can sharpen your mind, it can also do wonders for your fitness. Advertisement "Fencing is a fantastic sport to play for exercise," April Whitney, CPT, a certified personal trainer and former top-12 nationally ranked fencer, tells LIVESTRONG.com. "It's a full-body workout that can help you improve your cardiovascular fitness, overall strength, agility, flexibility, power [aka: explosiveness], coordination and endurance," she says....

You need to consider the negative effects of preservatives in your food. Image Credit: Rouzes/E+/GettyImages Preservatives in foods are designed to prevent bacteria growth, spoilage and food separation, but not all preservatives are good for you. The effects of food preservatives vary. depending on your age and health, but the negative effects of some preservatives are worth considering when you eat processed foods. Advertisement Are Preservatives Bad for You? One of the advantages of food preservatives is you don’t have to worry about the ​food spoiling quickly​ before you have a chance to eat it....

A close-up of a woman walking on a treadmill. Image Credit: InnerVisionPRO/iStock/Getty Images Using a treadmill gives you the same health benefits as walking in the great outdoors. While there are a couple of variables that can alter the duration of a 3-mile walk on the treadmill, it will take about 45 to 55 minutes to complete that distance at a moderate pace. Advertisement Speed and Incline Speed and incline are the two game-changers when it comes to time spent on the treadmill....

Two croissants on a plate. Image Credit: Maris Zemgalietis/iStock/Getty Images Costco offers pre-packaged croissants in its stores. Croissants can be a breakfast option, snack or used for sandwiches. However, these croissants are high in calories and should be consumed in moderation. Costco croissants contain 339 calories per serving, notes LIVESTRONG’s MyPlate calorie tracker app. Each croissant is considered one serving, and each box includes 18 croissants. Advertisement Macronutrients Costco croissants are high in calories, carbs and saturated fat and should be avoided or consumed in moderation if you’re monitoring your calorie intake....

Proper thawing is the secret to well cooked frozen duck. Image Credit: Vladimir Mironov/iStock/GettyImages There are several different breeds of ducks that are cooked and served in the United States: white Peking, moulard, Muscovy and mallard. Ducks yield white meat and are classified as poultry. Advertisement Since they're harder to raise, duck meat isn't as common as chicken, geese or turkey. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), duck is usually imported from Asia, so it's sold frozen....

Microwave egg poachers are quick and convenient. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images Poached eggs are among the simplest and most delicate of all egg preparations. Nothing could be simpler, in theory: Crack an egg, slide it into gently simmering water and wait as it coagulates. In practice, the egg might dissipate into the water, leaving the yolk surrounded by a spongy veil of watery whites. Some cooks prefer to poach their eggs in a cup instead, either in a pot of simmering water or in a microwave egg poacher....