Posts

You can cook beef and pork together — just make sure to cook them to a safe temperature. Image Credit: mpessaris/iStock/Getty Images In This Article Oven Grill A beef-pork roast combines the flavors of beef and pork and creates variety in your meal. Advertisement You can cook beef and pork together. But because both pieces of meat need to be cooked to a safe temperature, it's best to use a method in which the cooking temperature and cooking time are similar — that's why baking and grilling are the two methods that work best....

Hamburgers made on the stove can taste just as good as, if not better than, hamburgers cooked on a grill. When frying up a burger that is anything less than well-done, your main concern is safety. Bacteria occurs naturally in meat products. Buy the freshest possible ground beef and store it below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Use ground beef within two days of purchase and cook it to a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit....

Though one of the most popular uses for cube steak is chicken fried steak, there are ways to cook cube steak without frying. Though one of the most popular uses for cube steak is chicken fried steak, there are ways to cook cube steak without frying. Grilled cube steak is an alternative. It's a healthier way to prepare the meat and gets a meal on the table fast. Advertisement What is Cube Steak?...

Nicely caramelized thick strips of pork fatback on a cutting board. Image Credit: Azurita/iStock/Getty Images Fatback is an inexpensive pork product that is sometimes sold salted. The cut comes from the back of the pig. Even if you think fatback is too fatty and salty to eat as a main dish, it has a strong flavor that makes it useful for flavoring other foods, such as beans and pate. You may need to see a butcher to get your hands on fatback; it is not available in many supermarkets....

Most tuna steaks come already deboned and skinned. Image Credit: Tatyana Berkovich/iStock/GettyImages Although tuna is most commonly sold in cans, many grocery stores and fish markets sell fresh or frozen tuna steaks. Most steaks come already deboned and skinned and cook up quickly — so the following easy tuna steak recipe only takes a few minutes. Advertisement Choose Your Tuna and Seasonings For the best baked tuna steak, start with the highest-quality fresh tuna you can get....

To cut acidity in your dishes, counter your recipes with basic, alkaline ingredients to make them easier on the digestive system. Image Credit: Suwannar Kawila / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Love tomatoes but hate the way they upset your stomach? Certain acidic foods, such as tomatoes and citrus fruits, can cause gastrointestinal distress when cooked. To cut acidity in your dishes, counter your recipes with basic, alkaline ingredients to make them easier on the digestive system....

You can do C25K using the official mobile app, or with a downloadable training program — and with a few adaptations you can even do it on a treadmill. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages The Couch to 5K running program, or C25K for short, is designed to ease you off the couch and into distance running. You can do C25K using the official mobile app, or with a downloadable training program — and with a few adaptations you can even do it on a treadmill....

Some simple strategies may help relieve lactose intolerance symptoms. Image Credit: Aghavni Shahinyan/iStock/GettyImages From sudden bloating to abdominal cramps, the reactions that come with lactose intolerance can range from uncomfortable to painful. However, there are some strategies that can help prevent the effects and alleviate the symptoms. Advertisement ​Read more:​ Lactic Acid & Lactose Intolerance Video of the Day Cause of Lactose Issues Lactose is a type of natural carbohydrate found in dairy products, and most people have a specific enzyme, called lactase, that is used to digest the lactose properly, according to the Cleveland Clinic....

Getting up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom can be disruptive — and possibly a sign of a bigger issue. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages You might wake up in the middle of the night to pee on occasion, but rising at 3 a.m. with the urge to poop? Now, that’s a different story. Advertisement It also should make you sit up and ask yourself: What could be going on?...

Doing activities you love — like walking your dog — can help you better manage prediabetes. Image Credit: Pekic/E+/GettyImages Prediabetes occurs when you have higher-than-average blood sugar levels, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and having it ups your risk for developing type 2 diabetes as well as heart disease and stroke. But knowing how to control prediabetes may help you avoid these health issues. Advertisement Fortunately, having prediabetes doesn't guarantee further diagnoses down the line....

Image Credit: Lisovskaya/iStock/GettyImages The soupy noodle dish we know as ramen originated in 1800s China and traveled to Japan in the late 19th or early 20th century after the Meiji Restoration, according to the Japan Centre Group. Advertisement Instant ramen noodles don't offer much nutritionally. They're high in sodium — as in, an entire package provides about 87 percent of your daily needs — and they offer very little by way of nutrients, according to the USDA....

This low-impact barbell workout builds up your butt, arms, shoulders, back and abs. Image Credit: FreshSplash/E+/GettyImages Built with 40 pounds of pure metal, barbells look like weapons made for weight-lifting jedis, but they are one of the most functional strength-training tools and are perfect for low-impact workouts. Advertisement In case you need a refresher, low-impact exercises are those that put less stress on the joints — and most barbell moves keep both feet on the ground so there's less force that your joints need to absorb....

Soccer cleats and a black and white soccer ball. Image Credit: Brand X Pictures/Stockbyte/Getty Images Don’t lace up just any gym shoe for your sport of choice, the soles of athletic shoes offer sport-specific functions that can help improve your performance. Main technical and style features include differences in traction, flexibility, weight and even removable components. Advertisement Hiking Shoes The soles of hiking shoes are made to tackle rocky terrain and have different levels of stiffness....

Taking ashwagandha can provide stress relief and improve immune function, among other benefits. Image Credit: eskymaks/iStock/GettyImages With a reputation for boosting libido, increasing longevity and helping with stress relief, it’s no wonder that ashwagandha is so attention-grabbing. Advertisement Given these sweeping claims, a person may wonder: Are these benefits of ashwagandha real or fake? For insight, we turned to scientific research on this ancient herb. Video of the Day About the Ashwagandha Plant Ashwagandha (aka withania somnifera) is a member of the nightshade family, growing on a shrub-like plant, according to the American Botanical Council (ABC)....

Making the time to work out every day is worth it when your waistline starts to shrink. Image Credit: Caiaimage/Paul Bradbury/Caiaimage/GettyImages Daily cardio workouts help you lose weight because of the calories you burn. It might seem like you need superhuman motivation to work out every day, but it gives you more chances to torch calories than putting in a few days per week. If your goal is to lean out, every extra chance to burn calories helps....

Drinking too much of an energy drink may make you feel sick. Image Credit: Giulio Fornasar/iStock/Getty Images Energy drinks can provide many benefits. The caffeine and energy blend of a drink may help you stay alert, improve mood, increase cognitive function and give you a short-term boost of energy. Many also provide a significant amount of certain vitamins. However, negative effects may also occur from this type of beverage, especially if you consume large quantities....

Close-up of wild blackberries growing on a vine. Image Credit: enzart/iStock/Getty Images Wild blackberries grow in the western and eastern regions of the United States in warm climates. The blackberry is similar in appearance and related to the raspberry. When ripe, blackberries are dark purple and plump. Picking them in the wild is both a tempting and rewarding seasonal pastime, but there are some risks you should be aware of....

Ashwagandha root Image Credit: ziprashantzi/iStock/Getty Images Withania somnifera, known as ashwagandha, has a role in ayurvedic medicine for a wide range of health conditions. Ashwagandha is purported as useful for relieving stress, fatigue, pain and gastrointestinal problems, and treating diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and epilepsy. Ashwagandha interacts with several types of prescription medicine, so consult your health care provider before taking this herbal remedy. Advertisement Thyroid Medicine If you take thyroid medicine, consult your doctor before using ashwagandha....

Protein supplements can fill a gap in your diet, but be wary of their side effects. Image Credit: magnez2/iStock/GettyImages Protein drinks make it easier to boost your protein intake. They’re a nutritional supplement that can help if you don’t like to eat a lot but need more protein in your diet or if you’re vegan or vegetarian. If you have stomach pain after eating protein or a protein supplement, you might be eating too much or having the wrong kind of protein....

Pot roast is easy to cook and serve to your family. Image Credit: Mark Stout/iStock/Getty Images Pot roast is a traditional type of family meal that is easy to prepare in your oven or slow-cooker. Once your roast is fully cooked, you’ll need to slice it prior to serving. Cutting the pot roast on the diagonal or bias means that you slice against the grain at an angle. Slicing your meat in this formation improves the texture and creates even slices....