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People who do not eat meat are no strangers to soy protein, and vegans and vegetarians are among the many who enjoy meals made with soya chunks. Image Credit: vikif/iStock/GettyImages People who do not eat meat are no strangers to soy protein, and vegans and vegetarians are among the many who enjoy meals made with soya powder, soya chunks, tofu, tempeh and more. Fortunately, the soya chunks nutrition facts and health benefits are in alignment with many people’s health goals....

A woman stays hydrated post-workout with a glass of water. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Dehydration occurs when the amount of water leaving the body is greater than the amount taken in and is one of the main causes of weight gain. Dehydration affects the ability of your body to burn fat, encourages excessive calorie consumption and slows down your metabolism. This leads to excess fat being stored in your body, including around your stomach....

Diarrhea from peanut butter could signal an allergic reaction. Image Credit: Photosiber/iStock/Getty Images Peanut butter could either cause diarrhea or help treat it. The Cleveland Clinic recommends low-fiber food such as peanut butter to help manage diarrhea without medication. However, if your child has a peanut allergy, they could develop diarrhea within minutes of consumption. In this event, life threatening side effects may occur; therefore, consult a doctor if you suspect your child has an allergic reaction to peanuts....

There's scant scientific research to support claims that weight gain is linked to iron supplements. Image Credit: stockvisual/E+/GettyImages The most common nutrient deficiency in the United States, iron deficiency is typically found in women due to menstruation and childbearing. The symptoms of iron deficiency include fatigue, restless legs, pale skin, brittle nails, inflamed or sore tongue, cold hands and feet, and headaches and lightheadedness. Although it’s not widely reported, weight gain may be a side effect of iron supplementation for some people....

You can replace soda with carbonated water. Image Credit: Diana Miller/Cultura/GettyImages Carbonated water has emerged as a healthy, calorie-free alternative to soft drinks. It quenches your thirst, fills you up quickly and keeps you hydrated. On top of that, most brands contain trace minerals that support health and well-being. Advertisement What you may not know is that this bubbly beverage can make weight loss easier. The carbon dioxide in sparkling water suppresses appetite due to its satiating effect, which in turn, may help reduce your daily food intake....

Cottage cheese makes for a healthy snack. Image Credit: ogichobanov/iStock/Getty Images Long considered a health food, especially if it is low-fat, cottage cheese is a rich source of essential nutrients, including calcium and protein. Because your body digests cottage cheese slowly, it is prized by athletes, fitness buffs or anyone who wants to stay well-nourished throughout a long day. Naturally low in acid, cottage cheese might help with indigestion, but if you are lactose-intolerant or mixing it with meat products, it might cause heartburn....

Fruits are a great way to help with weight loss. Image Credit: a_namenko/iStock/GettyImages One of the more mystifying trends in the ever intensifying weight loss war is the idea that detox drinks are the perfect answer for weight loss. Given the number of fad diets that come and fail and go and then repeat the cycle every few years, it is baffling that people keep falling for them. Advertisement The simple truth is that if there were an easy, foolproof way to lose weight, no one would ever need a closet full of clothes in four different sizes....

If you develop an understanding of what's happening to your body and how your needs are changing, you can stay ahead of the game by making adjustments to your diet and lifestyle so your nutrition can work with you. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages There’s no getting around it: As you age, your body changes. That’s why the recommended nutrition for women over 40 looks different from the diet for younger women. But change doesn’t have to be a bad thing....

Oranges can raise your blood sugar, but you don't have to avoid them entirely. Image Credit: Birgit Korber / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Some foods raise your glucose levels more than others, whether or not you have diabetes. For starters, carbohydrates have a bigger effect on your blood sugar levels than protein and fat. Advertisement As carbs are digested, they're broken down into glucose (sugar) and shuttled into the bloodstream, thereby raising your blood sugar levels....

A treadmill at home can be very convenient. Image Credit: ArthurHidden/iStock/Getty Images The NordicTrack company became a household name when it brought cross-country skiing indoors. Since then, the company has expanded its home-exercise equipment line to include treadmills, bicycles, stair steppers and more. The Nordictrack C2000 treadmill is no longer being produced but can be bought used. It is a basic, sturdy treadmill for your at-home use. Advertisement Safety First The Nordictrack C2000 treadmill comes with a safety key....

Along with oxygen and water, food is life sustaining. Food provides macronutrients including fats, proteins and carbohydrates, which are used as sources of energy, as well as building blocks for everything from healing injured muscles to producing enzymes and hormones. When you go without food for extended periods, your body quickly realizes the food deficit and responds accordingly to create hunger. One of the main areas of your body involved in and affected by this response is your brain....

Chinups and pullups are two of the most effective exercises for building latissimus dorsi muscles and the overall upper body. As with any exercise or fitness program, it’s important to consult a physician before engaging in these exercises. The frequency at which pullups and chinups should be performed depends upon the goals of a given program. Establish Goals Chinups and pullups can and should be integrated into the overall needs and goals of your fitness routine....

1 of 13 Overview Can't squeeze into your skinny jeans no matter how much you suck in your stomach? Up to 30 percent of healthy adults experience regular bloating, according to a May 2019 review published in Advances in Therapy. The reason: Bloating doesn't have just one cause, says Jacqueline Wolfe, MD, an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, and author of A Woman's Guide to a Healthy Stomach....

These a.m. classics come in handy at dinnertime when you're in no mood to cook an elaborate meal. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages If you think you can’t enjoy breakfast in the p.m., here’s your wakeup call: A robust breakfast is just as good at night as it is in the morning — or, maybe, even better. Advertisement These seven high-protein breakfast-for-dinner recipes pack at least 14 grams of the satiating macro and deliver deliciousness to your dinner table....

Working out with one dumbbell gives you the opportunity to really focus on single-side strength. Image Credit: Benjamin Torode/Moment/GettyImages Working out at home means plenty of modifications to your usual gym routine. You trade in your barbell for dumbbells, the cable machine for resistance bands and cardio machines for body-weight HIIT circuits. Advertisement And yes, one of those modifications might be working out with only one dumbbell. Whether your kids borrowed one to play with, your partner is using one as a doorstop, one rolled under the couch and now you can't find it or your local sporting good store was sold out of all but one, you can make it work with only one weight....

Include as many food groups as you can at each meal. Image Credit: isatori/iStock/Getty Images As a primarily plant-based diet, the Indian diet is considered healthy. However, like any diet, if you eat too much of one type of food and not enough of another, you may not get all the nutrition you need. A healthy and balanced Indian diet is one that includes a variety of foods from all the food groups....

Vitamin D and calcium tablets can cause an allergic reaction. Vitamin D is commonly coupled with calcium because vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium more effectively. If you're talking a vitamin D and calcium supplement and you develop adverse reactions, you need to stop using the supplement and call your doctor. Allergic reactions can cause minor to severe symptoms that need to be evaluated by your doctor. You may be allergic to vitamin D, calcium supplements or inactive ingredients in the supplement....

Top your sweet potato with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to add protein and calcium to the nutrient-rich tuber. Image Credit: jenifoto/iStock/GettyImages Despite what the movies may lead you to believe, pregnancy doesn’t mean you’re on an all-you-can-eat diet. While you do get to eat a few extra calories during the second and third trimesters, those extra calories should come from nutrient-rich foods like the sweet potato. Packing in more nutrition with the right food ensures both you and your baby have a healthy and happy pregnancy....

Green tea with ginseng may be beneficial for some, but it can be harmful for others. Image Credit: kool99/iStock/GettyImages Green tea with ginseng may be beneficial for some, but it can be harmful for others. While green tea is well-tolerated as a beverage, its extract has side effects. Ginseng is a herb that may be of value for certain maladies, but it has dangers of which you need to be aware as well....

For these mat-based exercises, reach for light weights between two and five pounds. Image Credit: miya227/iStock/GettyImages Take it to the mat — with or without light weights — and carve out some arm muscles. Pilates is a perfect, all-around body workout that promises to tone your body and improve your posture. Advertisement One of the benefits of Pilates is that there are certain exercises and series that are meant to really target certain areas of the body....