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There's not much evidence to show that Lipozene is an effective way to lose weight and keep it off. Image Credit: A. Martin UW Photography/Moment/GettyImages Diet pills like Lipozene claim to help you lose weight effectively. But this supplement can come with health consequences, which is why it’s important to know about Lipozene’s side effects before you give it a try. Advertisement Here, learn what this supplement is and the potential dangers of using Lipozene....

Eating more fish can help optimize your heart health and make sure you're not missing out on important nutrients. Image Credit: South_agency/E+/GettyImages Around 80 percent of Americans don’t eat enough fish, according to Harvard Health Publishing. Almost half of us rarely or never eat fish and only one-third eat fish once a week. Advertisement FYI, the current guidelines recommend eating at least two 3.5-ounce servings of fish each week, per the American Heart Association (AHA)....

Protein is made up of amino acids comprised of five elements: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur. Image Credit: Anntua/iStock/GettyImages There’s a lot of discussion about protein out there, especially when it comes to fitness and dieting. You can better understand how protein improves your body and helps you become a healthier person by learning about the main protein elements. Advertisement Tip Protein is made up of amino acids composed of five elements: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur....

Nix these mouth-rinsing mistakes for a healthier smile. Image Credit: towfiqu ahamed/iStock/GettyImages Mouthwash definitely deserves a proper place in your oral care routine. It can help prevent cavities, eliminate bacteria and relieve symptoms of dry mouth. But only if you use it correctly. Advertisement Here, we spoke with dentist James E. Galati, DDS, vice president of the New York State Dental Association‌,‌ about five common mouthwash mistakes that may be disrupting your dental health, plus what you can do instead to optimize your oral hygiene....

Save yourself time and the headache by using your Instant Pot to create healthy plant-based meals that normally take hours in just minutes. Image Credit: esseffe/E+/GettyImages The Essential Kitchen features our favorite products, tips and recipes to help optimize your cooking space and prep healthy meals quickly and easily. Can we all agree that one of the most challenging feats as adults is putting a healthy meal on the table, day after day?...

A small cup of yogurt with strawberries. Image Credit: Jultud/iStock/Getty Images Antibiotics are prescribed to help your immune system fight off bacterial infections, such as ear infections, pneumonia and bacterial meningitis. Antibiotics can cause some side effects, including digestive system problems such as diarrhea. Activia yogurt may help reduce gastrointestinal symptoms associated with antibiotic treatment. Advertisement Antibiotic Treatment Antibiotics are medications that can destroy bacteria in your body. Besides killing the harmful bacteria that cause infections, antibiotics also kill good bacteria present in your intestines....

Glucosamine supplements are made from the shells of shellfish such as lobsters and shrimp, or synthetically. Image Credit: mustafagull/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Sources Uses Drawbacks Interactions Glucosamine sulfate supplements are usually taken to ease joint pain caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Advertisement Natural sources of glucosamine are limited mostly to the shells of shellfish, which are commonly used to make glucosamine supplements, although supplements can also be synthesized in a laboratory....

Black grapes are often made into wine, a product of fermentation that may benefit your gut bacteria when used in moderation. Image Credit: S847/iStock/GettyImages Black grapes, sometimes known as Concord or slipskin grapes, are sold fresh or made into jams, jellies, wines, and fresh, bottled and frozen concentrated juices. Black grapes are rich in a number of nutrients, including natural antioxidants known as polyphenols, and can be part of a healthy calorie-reduction diet, which can help you to lose weight....

The breakfast foods we turn to every day may be the root of our post-morning-meal stomach woes. Image Credit: yacobchuk/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve ever experienced indigestion or bloating, you know how uncomfortable — and, sometimes, painful — it can be. Advertisement It's especially difficult if you experience these symptoms earlier in the day, say, right after breakfast. You have a full day of work or activities ahead of you but you're uncomfortable, your clothes feel too tight, or worse yet, you're in pain....

Combining weight-loss medications is risky. Image Credit: Diego Cervo / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Adderall, known as amphetamine dextroamphetamine, and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, was originally developed and marketed as a weight-loss drug. Adderall is a medication that is related to the very dangerous, highly addictive drug known as methamphetamine, or crystal meth. Physicians are permitted to prescribe Adderall off-label, that is to say, for purposes not indicated by the FDA....

Milk and an apple are healthy choices for almost everyone. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images Milk and apples have earned their status as health food because together they provide many essential nutrients, such as high-quality protein, dietary fiber, potassium and calcium. A good diet can help prevent chronic diseases, and a nutritious diet is even more important if you have high blood sugar. Milk and an apple can be a good choice as part of an overall healthy diet to lower blood sugar....

Can't wash your back? That's a sign you're lacking upper back and shoulder mobility. Here's what to do. Image Credit: Prostock-Studio/iStock/GettyImages Washing your back in the shower or bath is one of those activities that you never think twice about — until it’s suddenly difficult. If you’re wondering “why can’t I reach my back to wash it,” or it just feels more challenging than it used to, that’s a sign your back and shoulder mobility just isn’t what it used to be....

Magnesium citrate can cause unpleasant side effects. Image Credit: AntonioGuillem/iStock/Getty Images Magnesium citrate is a medication doctors prescribe to treat constipation. It works by drawing water into your small intestines from your cells, which then causes the contents of your intestines to move through your digestive tract, leading to a bowel movement within a few hours. However, magnesium citrate can cause side effects, including dizziness and nausea, especially when taken in large amounts....

Strength training and weight gain can go hand in hand, depending on your goals. Image Credit: Mikolette/E+/GettyImages Weight lifting improves strength and endurance, reduces risk of injury, enhances athletic performance, strengthens bones and joints, lowers blood pressure and helps you lose fat. While some people strive to lose weight and enhance fitness, others strive to increase muscle mass, which can lead to strength training weight gain. Whether you gain or lose weight when lifting weights depends on several factors, including the nature and intensity of your weight-lifting program and your diet....

Losing weight can help some people to have a younger appearance. As people age, they often gain weight. Extra weight can show your age, as it is a visible sign of your slowing metabolism. Counteract the aging effect of extra weight by losing extra weight slowly and exercising to tone your muscles. Just don't lose too much weight, or you may have additional wrinkles to contend with. Advertisement Factors How you will look if you lose weight — including whether you look younger — depends on a number of factors....

Dumbbell squats are one of the best lower-body exercises to strengthen your glutes, quads and core. Image Credit: Image Credit: MoMo Productions/GettyImages In This Article Traditional DB Squat DB Goblet Squat DB Hack Squat DB Sumo Squat DB Front Squat DB Split Squat DB Bulgarian Split Squat Tips Benefits Dumbbell squats are the Swiss Army knife of leg day. There are so many ways to do them (we'll show you how to do seven here)....

If your abnormal cells persist after a LEEP, you may need more treatment. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages An abnormal pap smear can be a sign that you have abnormal cells on your cervix that may be precancerous. To remove these cells, a LEEP may be performed. Advertisement This is a minor surgical procedure that can be done in your doctor's office, with minor restrictions on physical activity. After a LEEP, talk with your doctor about when you can return to your normal exercise routine....

Doctor examining patient's foot Image Credit: sasesisuso/iStock/Getty Images Haglund’s deformity is a condition characterized by a bone deformity at the back of your heel and irritation of the related soft tissue. In some cases, this condition stems from abnormal tightness in your Achilles tendon, which runs from your calf muscles to your heel bone. If this is true for you, you can potentially relieve Haglund’s deformity with the help of certain Achilles tendon exercises....

A number of conditions may cause abdominal pain when stretching. Image Credit: wakila/iStock/GettyImages Pain in or around the bellybutton can be an alarming sensation. It can be sharp and sudden, or it may come on slowly. It can also feel like it’s coming directly from the bellybutton, or elsewhere. What gives? Here’s a look at the possible causes of pain in or near the bellybutton. Advertisement Though bellybutton pain when stretching certainly seems mysterious, there are a number of potential causes....

Shrimp is a food with no fat, sugar, or salt. Image Credit: Xsandra/iStock/GettyImages Looking for foods with no salt, sugar or carbs? Perhaps you also want to cut down on fat? It’s no secret that eating too much sugar, fats and salt may lead to weight gain. However, you can still enjoy them in small amounts without having to worry about your waistline — it all comes down to how much you eat and what your overall diet looks like....