Chocolate milk contains a high amount of calories. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images Chocolate milk is a favorite treat for many young children. As they grow older, that treat is sometimes altered into a protein shake for what they believe are stronger nutritional benefits. Some people however, leave chocolate milk just the way it is, thus spawning a comparison as to which of the two drinks has a higher nutritional value....
There are ways to improve your heart health if stair climbing raises your heart rate too quickly. Image Credit: svetikd/iStock/GettyImages Nearly everyone’s been faced with this decision at some point in their lives: Take the elevator or walk up the dreaded stairs? If you have a racing heart rate while climbing stairs and find yourself huffing and puffing afterward, you may simply be out of shape. Here’s what you should know....
Blueberry crumb squares are just one of our delicious (and healthy) dessert recipes that don't call for leavening. Image Credit: istetiana/iStock/GettyImages Baking is a science: The right mix of raw ingredients turns into a delightful and delicious dessert. Unfortunately, many of us are currently struggling with finding the baking essentials — baking soda, baking powder and yeast — which lend baked goods that glorious lift. Advertisement If you're missing these ingredients, you can still knock out a delicious baked dessert....
A Filipino dish of grilled seafood and vegetables with rice. Image Credit: Ekaterina Krasnikova/iStock/Getty Images Diet is an integral part of managing your diabetes, but you may feel you’re limited in what you can eat. While there are some less than healthy options in the Filipino diet, such as the ice cream-like dessert halo-halo, as long as you know the basics for healthy eating, you can enjoy a variety of Filipino foods and still manage blood sugar....
Blended fruit smoothies retain the nutrients of the whole fruit, especially if you include the skins. Image Credit: margouillatphotos/iStock/GettyImages Have you have been instructed to eat a soft food or full liquid diet by your doctor? Are you looking for better ways to fit more fresh produce into your diet? Whole fruit smoothies can provide an abundance of nutrients in an easy-to-eat package. Advertisement Tip Blended fruit smoothies retain the nutrients of the whole fruit, especially if you include the skins....
Exercise also has hormonal benefits. Image Credit: dolgachov/iStock/Getty Images Most people associate exercise with mental well-being, weight loss and better health. Yet few know about the hormonal benefits of exercise. Estrogen and other hormones can be naturally balanced by physical activity, reducing the risk of breast cancer and other diseases. Advertisement The Role of Estrogen Estrogen plays a key role in reproduction, musculoskeletal function and brain health. Even the slightest imbalance can trigger a chain reaction in your body....
If you have uterine fibroids, your doctor may recommend surgical removal, called a myomectomy. Part of your overall recovery will be rebuilding your strength through exercise. While you may be hospitalized for a short time after surgery, the real recovery begins at home. When you incorporate small amounts of exercise into your recovery program, you will be on your feet and feeling like your old self in no time. Fibroids Fibroids are a type of benign growth that can grow on the muscular wall of your uterus....
A woman is stretching her upper body. Image Credit: julief514/iStock/Getty Images Physical fitness is defined as a set of characteristics enhancing performance of physical activity and decreasing your risk of premature health concerns. Your fitness level is the product of a combination of healthy behaviors, such as exercising and eating a balanced diet. Good qualities of physical fitness include a lean body composition, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and muscular endurance....
In general, the longer you have to acclimate to a major increase in elevation before a race, the better. Image Credit: simonkr/E+/GettyImages If you travel from low elevation to high elevation for a race, brace yourself for some notable side effects, including feeling short of breath and seeing your speed and endurance suffer. The good news is that given an appropriate period of time, your body can acclimate to that new elevation....
There are 149 calories in a 1-cup serving of whole milk. Image Credit: Mohd Hafiez Mohd Razali / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Drinking a glass of milk is part of maintaining a healthy diet — in fact, the USDA recommends that adults consume three 1-cup servings of low-fat or fat-free dairy per day (1 cup of milk is equivalent to one serving). A glass of milk is a good source of calcium, potassium and vitamins D, A and K....
Magnesium is found in a wide variety of foods, including avocados, beans, nuts, tofu, dark chocolate, and leafy green vegetables. Image Credit: yulka3ice/iStock/GettyImages Magnesium is an electrolyte that’s a cofactor in more than 300 enzymes regulating chemical processes throughout your body and is important to your overall health. It’s responsible for the proper functioning of your brain, nerves, heart, eyes, immune system and muscles, says the National Institutes of Health....
Thin sliced bottom round steak can be cooked in a skillet, but it's easy to over-cook the meat and make the steaks tough. Image Credit: Milkos/iStock/GettyImages Thin sliced bottom round steak can be cooked in a skillet, but it’s easy to over-cook the meat and make the steaks tough. Bottom round steaks come from the beef rump, a tough cut of meat with connective tissue. Advertisement Bottom round steak is best broken down with moist cooking methods such as braising, according to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln....
Searing pork chops on a grill. Image Credit: villagemoon/iStock/Getty Images Pork chops cut are relatively lean, especially the meat taken from the center loin. Searing the meat in a cast iron pan, then transferring the pork chops to the oven to finish cooking will help to seal in the natural juices. The flavors of the pork chops blend well with the sweet and tart flavors of a red wine and fig sauce....
Three salted herring fish sit on a white counter. Image Credit: Somrakjendee/iStock/Getty Images Salting is a traditional way to preserve fish, and herring is often salted because it spoils very rapidly. Salted herring is most often associated with Scandinavia, where herring has been a traditional part of the diet for centuries. Many home cooks in America are confused about what to do with salted herring because they aren’t familiar with the salting process, but all you must do is soak the fish in fresh water overnight and then cook the herring in your preferred method....
You should stretch your neck to help improve your flexibility. Image Credit: Boyloso/iStock/GettyImages A crunching sound in your neck can be alarming — particularly if you also have pain. But, these symptoms aren’t always signs of a serious condition. Poor posture can lead to sore neck muscles and crunching commonly occurs when gas is released from your joints. Advertisement You can also hear your bones moving when you move your head, which can make it seem like you have a crunchy neck....
1 of 11 Overview If you talk to anyone remotely interested in food and nutrition (who doesn't like to eat?), they'll probably give you their own rundown of what clean eating means to them — the dos and the don'ts. While there's no official definition of "eating clean," the general premise is built on eating primarily whole foods close to their natural states. Avoiding highly processed packaged goods with ingredients that sound more like a lab experiment (think: corn syrup and hydrogenated oils) are a no....
These quick walking workouts can be done at home or outside to break up sedentary time at home. Image Credit: Sharleen Chao/Moment/GettyImages When you’re hunkered down at home, it’s tempting to give into your sloth-like tendencies and skip your workouts. But as long as it’s safe in your area to do so, a walk around the neighborhood may be just what you need. Or you can opt for an indoor walking workout....
1 of 12 Overview While many of us hope to find a fitness routine we'll love enough to look forward to more than, say, a night in front of the TV, the reality is that even the most active people dread lacing up their sneakers now and then. You won't physically see results for about two weeks from the start of a new fitness program, but post-workout, your endorphins will soar and you'll feel on top of the world....
Add some jazz to meatless Mondays with these plant-based stews that pack protein. Image Credit: sveta_zarzamora/iStock/GettyImages Once the temperatures drop below 60 degrees, we declare it’s time to start making soups and stews. And even though most traditional stews start with a hunk of meat, the truth is, you can have hearty, delicious and comforting stews without any meat at all. Advertisement Yes, there are tons of vegetarian stews out there that are not only delicious but full of healthful vegetables and legumes that will keep you full for hours....
Working your arms and upper body builds both functional strength and muscle definition. Image Credit: Prostock-Studio/iStock/GettyImages As you get older, your number-one concern might not be building muscle bulk. For people over 50, function is the name of the fitness game — although, scoring an athletic build can be a fun bonus. Advertisement Over the years, your shoulders and spine have taken a beating, so it's important to make sure the muscles that surround them remain strong and function well....
