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A woman is holding a barbell over her head. Image Credit: Ammentorp Photography/iStock/Getty Images The 5x5 workout program is a famous routine in the bodybuilding world created by trainer Bill Starr. The program is designed predominantly for beginner to weightlifters and follows the pattern of doing five sets of five reps of each exercise. The program focuses on building muscle mass and making strength gains fast, and is not ideal for someone wishing to lose fat....

Doing just 5 minutes of strength work a day can help you build muscle, even when your schedule is at its busiest. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/GettyImages Working out doesn’t have to eat up large chunks of your time. In fact, recent research has found short bursts of exercise can be just as effective as traditional, long-duration exercise sessions. Advertisement For instance, doing workouts of 10 minutes or less throughout the day was associated with a lower risk of early death, according to a March 2018 review in the ​Journal of the American Heart Association​....

Baking soda in a glass bowl on a wooden surface. Image Credit: Julia_Sudnitskaya/iStock/Getty Images At its most elemental level, the art of cooking is about chemistry, namely how food components react with one another. Acids and bases are the foundation of these chemical reactions in food preparation. The ways that acids and bases work together can enhance flavor, tenderize seafood and meat, get baked goods to rise properly and even put out a kitchen fire....

A tall cup of apple juice beside a pile of apples. Image Credit: picalotta/iStock/Getty Images Allergy results when your body mistakenly attacks a molecule, most commonly a protein, present in food. This triggers a production of specific antibodies that recognize and eliminate the food proteins. As a result, your immune cells produce histamines and other chemicals that cause the typical symptoms of allergic reaction. Some apple juices can trigger an allergic reaction, even when you are not allergic to apples....

A woman with allergies is blowing her nose. Image Credit: luna4/iStock/Getty Images An allergy is an abnormal physiological reaction to some item or substance that triggers the response. Contact allergies can cause itching and rashes, whereas airborne allergens such as pollen and dust can cause sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes. Insects, pet dander and foods like shellfish are common allergens, triggering allergic responses that range from irritating to potentially fatal....

White rice is a traditional binding agent. Image Credit: View Stock/View Stock/Getty Images The B.R.A.T. diet – bananas, rice, apples, toast – has been used for decades to treat diarrhea in children. While it is no longer recommended by pediatricians, it can be useful for adults with a mild case of gastroenteritis. The purpose of the restricted diet is two-fold: to stop the intestinal upset and to avoid exacerbating it by irritating your stomach and intestinal tract....

Eggs are a great breakfast food high in iron. Image Credit: Lisovskaya/iStock/GettyImages If you’re trying to add more iron to your diet to prevent or combat iron-deficient anemia, breakfast is a good time to do so. You can craft many tasty breakfast dishes from foods that are sources of iron. Advertisement Tip Breakfast foods high in iron include fortified cereals and eggs. Add raisins to oatmeal or have a tofu scramble as other ways to add the mineral without adding lots of unhealthy fat....

Taking certain vitamins may help with premature ejaculation. Image Credit: Image Source White/Image Source/Getty Images Having premature ejaculations during sexual activity can be frustrating for you and your partner. There are a variety of over-the-counter vitamin supplements you can take that may help prevent this disorder. In some cases, premature ejaculation may be an underlying problem to a serious condition. Talk with your doctor or health care provider about your concerns and let him know if you decide to take a vitamin supplement....

Drink pineapple juice during pregnancy to load up on healthy nutrients like vitamin C. Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Snacking on pineapple or drinking pineapple juice while pregnant can help provide you and your developing baby with vital nutrients. While some people worry about the safety of pineapple during pregnancy, these fears are mostly based on misconceptions. Advertisement Here's everything you need to know about pineapple and pregnancy, including the health benefits and possible side effects....

Intermittent fasting can help you lose weight. Image Credit: wmaster890/iStock/GettyImages Most weight loss diets require that you restrict certain foods, but what if you could eat what you want as long as you’re not eating after 6 p.m.? It’s known as intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating. Here’s how the after six diet works and some of the pros and cons. Advertisement Tip Not eating after 6 p.m. can be a helpful weight loss strategy, and research shows it might have some additional health benefits....

Cycling with a sprained ankle is recommended in certain instances, depending on the extent of the injury. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages Joint swelling occurs typically after an injury to ligaments and is a way for your body to protect your joint. Ankle sprains that lead to swelling are fairly common sports injuries. Advertisement Once care has been given — rest, ice, compression and elevation — rehabilitation can begin. Range of motion exercises are often recommended to begin therapy, but cardiovascular fitness is also essential....

references JSTOR Daily: “The Story of the Invention of the Potato Chip Is a Myth” Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition: “Hass Avocado Composition and Potential Health Effects” South Dakota Department of Health: “Coconut Oil – Healthy or Unhealthy?” Harvard Health Publishing: “Ask the Doctor: Coconut Oil and Health” Food Chemistry: “Phenols and the Antioxidant Capacity of Mediterranean Vegetables Prepared with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Using Different Domestic Cooking Techniques” Brush up on which potato chips are best before you stock up....

You may feel fatigued or sluggish exercising during your period, but there's no medical reason to skip a hard workout — and it may even make you feel better. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. Maybe you learned early on that it was a good idea to lay low when Aunt Flo pays a visit....

The flu can cause symptoms like fever, chills, muscle aches and sometimes dizziness. Image Credit: puckons/iStock/GettyImages Despite your best prevention intentions and a yearly influenza shot, sometimes the flu finds you. The influenza virus can cause symptoms that send you running for cover, like fever, chills, sneezing, muscle aches, fatigue and sometimes dizziness, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Advertisement Here's why flu dizziness can be a concern. Video of the Day ​Read more:​ Why Colds Make You Feel Lightheaded and Dizzy When You're Already Miserable What Causes Flu Dizziness?...

Image Credit: chokja/iStock/Getty Images As a popular base for soups, stews, pasta, pizza and other dishes, tomato sauce appears on nearly every restaurant and family menu. You can be allergic to any kind of food, but most food allergies involve an immune reaction to the proteins in milk, soy, nuts, fish, shellfish, eggs and wheat. Allergic responses to tomatoes usually are mild but some factors may exaggerate the reaction, leading to more severe and even dangerous symptoms....

A large baked potato on a plate with toppings. Image Credit: Jen Grantham/iStock/Getty Images While high in carbohydrates, potatoes offer a number of nutrients that make it a healthy meal option. Potatoes contain high levels of potassium and vitamin C, along with dietary fiber, especially in the skin. Loading your potato with butter, cheese and high-fat sour cream turns a healthy vegetable into a high-calorie meal. Choosing healthier toppings keeps a baked potato healthier overall....

A close-up of dried pinto beans. Image Credit: MGovantes/iStock/Getty Images Carbohydrates are nutrients that provide energy for physical activity and cognitive function. However, these nutrients also elevate blood-sugar levels. Frequent consumption of foods and beverages high in carbohydrates may contribute to diabetes, weight gain and hypoglycemia, according to Phyllis Balch, author of “Prescription for Nutritional Healing.” Carbohydrates are primarily found in plant-based foods; however, dairy products also contain these nutrients....

A jar of fresh honey. Image Credit: Ls9907/iStock/Getty Images According to MayoClinic.com, nasal congestion or “stuffy nose” occurs when nasal tissues and blood vessels become swollen with excess fluid or mucus. Congestion can be a symptom associated with the common cold or allergies. One home remedy that may offer relief from congestion is the use of honey. Be sure to speak to your doctor for more information on how to use honey for the relief of nasal congestion....

Proteins, such as those found in nuts and meat, require more energy to digest than fats or carbs. Image Credit: Liv Friis-Larsen/iStock/Getty Images The thermic effect of food refers to the amount of energy used by your body to digest, absorb and dispose of the food you ingest. Consider this the operating cost of working your digestive system; one of the few costs in life you may be happy to pay....

A sirloin roast is a large cut of beef that comes from the back portion of the cow. A sirloin roast is a large cut of beef that comes from the back portion of the cow. Though not as naturally tender as the tenderloin sections, a properly cooked BBQ sirloin tip roast can yield moist, flavorful meat. Advertisement Barbecuing a sirloin roast on the grill adds flavor without adding fat. Because sirloin roasts benefit from long cooking times at low temperatures, you should set up the grill to use indirect heat....