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There are a variety of ways to cook king mackerel steaks. Image Credit: Karl Tapales/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Fried Grilled Pan-Seared King mackerel, or kingfish, is native to the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of North America and Europe. The fish ranges in weight from less than 1 pound to as much as 70 pounds. Advertisement Fish markets sell small mackerel whole and divide larger mackerel into steaks and fillets. The flesh is thick, fatty and savory, and you can use a variety of cooking methods to prepare a delicious king mackerel meal....

Lamb riblets are cut from the boney end of the lamb breast ribs. Image Credit: Fotoatelie/iStock/Getty Images Made succulent by a thin layer of fat, lamb riblets are meaty enough to serve as an entree and tasty enough to gain appetizer status. Cut from the spareribs of the lamb, riblets respond well to a variety of cooking methods and can be cooked over dry or moist heat. Marinate them before cooking to bring out the flavor and natural tenderness of the riblets....

You can workout your upper body when you have broken leg. Image Credit: Jordan Vanderzalm / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Although it may seem impossible, it’s perfectly realistic to work out with a broken tibia and fibula. However, broken leg exercises do require some modification. You need to stay off your feet and out of the water — at least until you start rehabilitation. Advertisement Read more: Rehab Exercises for a Broken Tibia or Fibula Video of the Day Managing a Broken Leg The tibia and fibula are both bones found in your lower leg....

You'll eat plenty of fruits and vegetables in Phase 1 of the Fat Smash diet. Image Credit: Veniamin Kraskov/Hemera/Getty Images Developing healthy eating patterns takes time. In the case of the Fat Smash Diet Phase 1, it starts with nine days of detox from junk foods and anything that doesn’t fuel your body with nutrients. Advertisement Created by Dr. Ian Smith, author of a book by the same name, the Fat Smash diet is a 90-day program with four phases....

Swimming is the fourth most popular recreational sport in the U.S. Image Credit: Fotosearch/Fotosearch/GettyImages In This Article Global Stats U.S. Swimming Stats Sex Stats Ethnicity and Race Stats Benefits Stats Risks Stats Speed Stats Competitive Swimming Stats Historical Facts Swimming Pool Stats Swimming deserves much, much more recognition as a top-tier cardio workout than it currently receives. Sure, running and cycling are great, but when it comes to low-impact exercise that's as good for you as it feels, swimming is second to none....

All you need is an exercise band to get your legs burning. Image Credit: dima_sidelnikov/iStock/GettyImages Your typical leg day workout probably features barbells, kettlebells and dumbbells galore — maybe even a few weight machines. But you’d be surprised how much burn a simple resistance loop (aka booty band) can create. Advertisement If you're not fully convinced, K. Aleisha Fetters, CSCS, is determined to prove it to you with this four-exercise at-home workout....

Nonessential amino acids like glutamic acid and glutamine are found in protein-rich foods like chicken breast. Image Credit: Lilechka75/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Glutamic Acid and Glutamate Glutamine Glutathione Amino acids are substances that the body uses to perform tasks like building proteins, secreting hormones and causing chemical reactions. There are 21 different amino acids — 11 of which are nonessential and nine of which are essential. Advertisement Nonessential amino acids are naturally produced by the body without food sources....

Apples and yogurt make a healthy snack. Image Credit: peredniankina/iStock/Getty Images Sliced apples topped with vanilla yogurt create more than just a good flavor combination. They complement one another, with yogurt providing nutrients you won’t get from apples, and apples filling in with the fiber and vitamin C that yogurt lacks. In spite of their benefits, their collective calories, carbs and sugar may be more than you should consume in a snack....

Lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can help lower cholesterol levels. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Your doctor tells you your blood cholesterol levels are high and recommends a cholesterol-lowering medication. But your blood pressure is normal or even a bit low. Can that counteract the heart disease risks that come with high cholesterol? The short answer is no. Advertisement "They're really separate risk factors," says Lynne Braun, PhD, CNP, professor emerita at Rush University in Chicago....

Men can get an excellent workout at home with just an exercise mat and a set of dumbbells. Image Credit: Estradaanton/iStock/GettyImages Finding the motivation to work out isn’t always easy. Add in a commute to and from your workout and the need to look semi-presentable afterward and some days getting to the gym feels like climbing Mount Everest. Advertisement The good news? You can get a solid workout at home, and you don't need a whole lot of equipment to do so, either....

Cashews are relatively heart-healthy, but you shouldn't eat too many. Image Credit: Olga Ignatova/iStock/GettyImages It’s true that cashews have a pretty high fat content. A single serving (about 18 nuts) contains nearly 20 percent of your recommended daily fat intake, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). But when it comes to avoiding cholesterol, make no mistake: Cashews are the good guys. Advertisement The Fatty Goodness in Cashews Not all fats are created equal, and the bulk of the fat found in cashews falls into the good-for-you fat category....

A woman is holding a basket of fresh picked squash. Image Credit: Image Source White/Image Source/Getty Images Squash, like other fruits and vegetables, contains bacteria and enzymes that will break it down with time, destroying its flavor, color and texture and reducing its nutritional content. While you do not have to cook squash before freezing it, you should blanch it to stop the activity of these enzymes and bacteria. It is easier to freeze summer squash without cooking....

Eating a balanced diet is part of maintaining a healthy cholesterol level. Image Credit: Gulcin Ragiboglu/iStock/GettyImages If your cholesterol levels are in the low-to-normal range, then you may think that you’re safe from heart problems such as blocked arteries, heart attack and more. While having normal cholesterol is certainly good for your heart, there are other factors contributing to your overall heart health. Advertisement In fact, about half of people with normal cholesterol levels also have a dangerous level of plaque built up in their arteries, according to a December 2017 ​Journal of the American College of Cardiology​ study with more than 4,100 participants....

There are side effects of drug-induced weight loss. The drug Phentermine is part of an overall weight-loss program that includes dieting, exercising and counseling. It suppresses the appetite by increasing the metabolic rate and blood pressure. Dr. Sunny E. Ohia has done extensive research on its use, side effects and what happens to the human body when it's taken. It is only to be prescribed for eight to 12 weeks. By that time, the effects of it will be gone; increasing the dosage only causes dependency and an increase in dangerous side effects that are already associated with this drug....

Drinking chamomile tea may indirectly help with blood pressure. Image Credit: S847/iStock/GettyImages Chamomile tea is a popular, caffeine-free herb tea with a mild taste and pleasant aroma. But although it’s relaxing to sip, can it actually lower blood pressure? Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering adding this tea to your blood pressure management mix. Advertisement ​Read more:​ 7 Delicious Foods That Can Help Lower Blood Pressure Video of the Day The Upside of Chamomile Tea Although it would be nice if sipping on chamomile tea produced the same benefits as taking blood pressure medications, there’s simply not enough evidence to connect this tea with significant blood pressure benefits, says Sarah Marjoram, RDN, LD, an Atlanta dietitian/nutritionist and founder of Nourish, a nutrition consultancy....

Some people are allergic to the protein in oatmeal. Image Credit: Julia_Sudnitskaya/iStock/GettyImages Oatmeal and upset stomach don’t normally go together. Oatmeal is usually considered a healthy food, without many downsides. But some people are sensitive to oats, and there are a few reasons why. Advertisement Tip Oatmeal isn't as likely to cause allergies as wheat, but there are a few people who are sensitive to a protein in oats. A minority of people with irritable bowel syndrome are also sensitive to oats....

Peanut butter could be the cause of your constipation. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages A feeling of incomplete evacuation, infrequent bowel movements and difficult-to-pass stools are all signs of constipation, according to MedlinePlus. Advertisement Gatsrointestinal problems, such as constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain and bloating, in relation to the consumption of specific foods often affect people diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other gut disorders, but food sensitivities can affect anyone. Video of the Day Keep a food diary to help you identify the foods that seem to be causing your symptoms....

Fully ripe fruit has increased sugar content. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images Leaving fruit on a plant until it is fully ripe is more than just a vague command by garden centers; letting the fruit become completely ripe means it is at the height of taste and sweetness. Most fruit contains sugars that make the fruit tasty. These increase as time goes by, but that also means the overall sugar load you get when you eat the fruit increases....

Making sure you get enough folic acid in your diet is essential for good health. Getting just enough, or even too much, should not cause you to gain weight. However, unexplained weight loss is associated with a folic acid deficiency, and replenishing your needs may help you get back to a healthy weight. If you’re gaining weight and not sure of the cause, it’s probably not because of folic acid. Consult your doctor to figure out the underlying issue....

Close-up of a bowl of freshly washed kale. Image Credit: Stacey Newman/iStock/Getty Images A blood pH level that’s too acidic can throw the entire body out of whack, potentially leading to muscle loss, chronic back pain, bone loss, high blood pressure and stroke, according to a review published in Journal of Environmental and Public Health in October 2011. Your diet influences your blood’s pH level, with some foods having an acid-forming effect and others promoting alkalinity....