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Gluten-free dieting is definitely on the rise, but what about gluten intolerance? Image Credit: beornbjorn/Adobe Stock Is it just us, or is everyone gluten-free these days? We’ll bet you know a few people in your circle that are on this popular diet, or perhaps you’ve nixed gluten yourself. Either way, from gluten-free bread to gluten-free shampoo, it seems as if gluten-free is the way to be. Or is it? Advertisement According to a New York Times article, 2016 projected sales of gluten-free products rings in at a whopping $15 billion compared with 2013's sales of $10....

Never skip another taco night again! Try this recipe for keto taco shells to keep your carbs low and spirits high! Image Credit: knape/E+/GettyImages No one likes to skip Taco Tuesdays — but standard taco shells can tack on quite a bit to your daily carb count. Whether you’re on the keto diet or just trying to cut back on refined carbs, low-carb taco shell alternatives are a great way to add some variety to your Tuesday evening fiesta....

Green tea is a great tea to help flatten your stomach. Image Credit: karandaev/iStock/GettyImages Bloat is an uncomfortable feeling, often caused by excess water retained in the body. An October 2013 study published in the Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility reported that 15 to 31 percent of individuals complain about belly bloat, which is why finding remedies to fix it is key. Advertisement While there are several foods that contribute to flattening the stomach by helping to reduce storage of excess water in the body (hydrating foods like pineapple, for example, and the addition of a probiotic), you can also try incorporating a natural tea for a flat tummy, which is easy since there are so many on the market right now....

Eating for your blood type is controversial, but vegetables are best for type A blood. Image Credit: lola1960/iStock/Getty Images The idea that you should choose your foods based on your blood type is controversial. The Blood Type Diet theory was popularized by naturopathic physician Peter D’Adamo after his study of genetics, medical history and anthropology. However, others in the medical community cite a lack of independent research to back his claims about a link between health and the compatibility of foods with each of the four major blood types....

You can do squats and push-ups just about anywhere — including your living room! Image Credit: Antonio_Diaz/iStock/GettyImages When the desire to exercise hits but you don’t have access to a gym, free weights or even resistance bands, you have a built-in system that allows you to still get a great workout: your body. What’s more, you can make a super simple body-weight workout tailored to your fitness level and goals....

Calories Burned in Group Fitness Classes Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages When your goal is to shed fat, the number of calories you’ll burn in a group exercise class matters. How many calories an individual will burn depends on many variables, including body weight and genetics; but a good rule of thumb is that the more intense the workout, the more calories you’ll burn. See how your favorite class measures up. Advertisement Low-Intensity Classes Low-intensity classes feature steady activity....

A cup of coffee next to a computer. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Minerals such as magnesium play an important role in the human body, even though you only need a relatively small amount of them for optimum health – less than half a gram per day. If you drink coffee, you may not absorb magnesium efficiently, possibly leading to a magnesium deficiency. This can be counteracted by consuming more magnesium each day, but you should talk to your doctor before taking any sort of magnesium supplement....

Most of the time, you cannot drink coffee the morning of a fasting blood sugar test. Image Credit: simarik/iStock/GettyImages Not every type of blood work requires you to fast beforehand. But certain common blood tests do require fasting. These include glucose and sometimes, triglyceride tests. Tests for glucose measure your blood sugar, while those for triglycerides measure part of your cholesterol lipid panel. Advertisement Tip Most of the time, you cannot drink coffee the morning of a fasting blood sugar test....

Cream of wheat can improve your diet. Image Credit: NataBene/iStock/GettyImages Cream of Wheat is one of the most beloved breakfast foods in America. The USDA reports that each serving provides more than half of the daily recommended iron intake plus a lot of calcium for healthy bones. Advertisement Top it with cinnamon or nutmeg, banana slices, walnuts, almonds or strawberries for extra flavor and nutrition. Video of the Day Tip Cream of Wheat doesn't support weight loss, but it can improve your diet....

Expired fish oil softgels may no longer provide health benefits. Image Credit: Photo by Cathy Scola/Moment/GettyImages High-quality fish oil capsules shouldn’t taste like yesteryear’s fish. If your pills smell rancid or cause nauseating burps, you might have an expired fish oil supplement. Fish oil that has oxidized can be harmful to your health. Advertisement Tip While not a foolproof method, smelling and tasting fish oil is probably the best way to determine whether it's expired or safe for consumption....

cup of black tea Image Credit: Aviavlad/iStock/Getty Images Having a cup or two of coffee in the morning is a ritual for many people to get a boost of energy and stimulate their bowels. But certain ingredients in coffee, particularly caffeine, can cause an upset stomach. Black tea also contains caffeine, as well as other constituents that can irritate your stomach, but its effects are often milder than coffee. It may require a trial-and-error approach to determine if black tea is less upsetting to your stomach than coffee, but if both cause you problems, it could be the sign of an underlying digestive problem....

Doritos is a brand of flavored tortilla chips from Frito-Lay. Image Credit: photovs/iStock/GettyImages Doritos is a brand of flavored tortilla chips from Frito-Lay. They’ve been around since 1966 and have expanded over the years to offer a wide variety of Doritos flavors to choose from. They may taste good, but Doritos nutrition facts paint quite the picture. Advertisement Doritos Nutrition Facts According to the official Frito-Lay website, a 1-ounce (28 gram) bag is the appropriate Doritos serving size....

If you're eating fiber but still constipation, you may need to drink more water. Image Credit: bo1982/iStock/GettyImages Constipation can be treated by eating a high-fiber diet: True or false? Advertisement If you answered true, you're right. And if you answered false, you're also right. How is that possible? Video of the Day Here's the thing: A low-fiber diet is the leading cause of constipation, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, so the first line of defense against the condition is to increase your fiber intake....

A six-pack is the result of a clean diet, low body fat and hard training. Image Credit: Dziggyfoto/iStock/GettyImages While sit-ups used to be the go-to exercise for building six-pack abs, we all now know that no amount of sit-ups or crunches will give you that sculpted midsection you’re after. A six-pack is the result of a clean diet, low body fat and dedicated training that includes cardio and strength training....

fennel tea Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Fennel tea, a fragrant beverage made from the leaves or seeds of the fennel plant, has been used extensively in naturopathic medicine for hundreds of years. Historically, midwives and herbalists recommended the herb as a holistic intervention for disorders affecting the female reproductive system. In modern naturopathy, fennel remains a popular treatment option for complications of pregnancy and lactation. Although fennel is safe when used in quantities normally found in food, medicinal doses of fennel tea have not been proved safe for preganant or nursing women....

A plate of grilled salmon with a side salad. Image Credit: margouillatphotos/iStock/Getty Images Fruits, vegetables and fish should be the basis of any healthy diet. Together they provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber and lean protein. To ensure that you get the proper nutrients while on a diet, eat a variety of colors of fruits and vegetables, as well as different types of fish. Many diet plans, such as the Mediterranean, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH, and the Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes, or TLC, not only include these foods groups as a base, but also include healthy whole grains as well....

Fish oil is good for your cognitive and cardiovascular health. Image Credit: Photo by Cathy Scola/Moment/GettyImages Looking for a new supplement to add to your growing collection? Fish oil and omega 3-6-9 may offer big health benefits, including improved cardiovascular and cognitive health. However, in many cases, a supplement isn’t necessary. Advertisement The Omega Fatty Acids Fat gets a bad rap, especially when it comes to weight loss. But fats are crucial to your health, and you need certain fats for survival....

Two women riding on stationary bikes. Image Credit: XiXinXing/XiXinXing/Getty Images Fitness equipment is useful in promoting good health, and the federal government provides grants that can be used to purchase equipment. As a rule, government grant money is not given to individuals, but businesses and other organizations can obtain grant money if it is used to provide services involving fitness equipment, such as a building and maintaining playgrounds, recreational areas or community centers....

Drinking tomato juice can help your body absorb nutrients that it can't from whole, raw tomatoes. Image Credit: grafvision/iStock/GettyImages Drinking tomato juice helps you get all the advantages that tomatoes have to offer, and more — the processing of tomatoes to make juice releases compounds you don’t absorb as well from raw tomatoes. Advertisement The tomato, actually a fruit and not a vegetable, is a potent source of vitamins and minerals....

A close-up of a glass of cola with ice cubes. Image Credit: Merydolla/iStock/Getty Images Caramel coloring is one of the oldest and most widely-used food colorings, the same substance that makes your colas brown and gives beers their amber gold. Though it sounds natural, caramel coloring is not the same as the candy confection. There are four types of caramel coloring, two of which containing chemicals implicated in cancer in laboratory animals....