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Pair iron-rich foods with citrus and leafy greens to help your body better absorb the nutrient. Image Credit: iko636/iStock/GettyImages Cancer treatments have improved over the years, but powerful chemo drugs can still damage the body, particularly the bone marrow where blood cells are made. Both red and white blood cells can be affected, leading to anemia and possible infection, but following a healthy diet may help in some cases. Advertisement "Red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets are made in the bone marrow, and some cancer treatments, like chemotherapy and radiation, make it more difficult for the marrow to produce a normal amount of each," explains Rachel Dudley, RD, a clinical dietitian at the Dan L....

Taking Prednisone can contribute to weight gain. Prednisone is a steroid medication commonly prescribed to reduce inflammation in the body. While Prednisone can be helpful in treating your symptoms, it also can have an unwanted side effect: fluid retention that leads to weight gain. If you have begun taking Prednisone, your physician may recommend eating certain foods to help reduce water retention and discomfort that can occur as a result. Advertisement Potassium-Containing Foods Your body tends to lose more potassium than usual when you take Prednisone....

Tomatoes are a low-purine food, so they're not typically on the "foods to avoid" list for gout. Image Credit: Serghei Starus / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages If you have an arthritic condition like gout, you may not realize how much your diet can affect your health, but the food you eat is essential in managing your symptoms. Because they can cause flare-ups, tomatoes and gout aren’t a good combination. Advertisement Tip Tomatoes are a low-purine food, so they're not typically on the "foods to avoid" list for gout....

Whey protein powder can be mixed in shakes or used in homemade pancakes, waffles, protein bars and other treats. Image Credit: iprogressman/iStock/GettyImages When most people think of whey protein, the first thing that comes to mind is a muscular athlete or bodybuilder sipping on shakes to gain mass and strength. While it’s true that whey protein stimulates hypertrophy, its benefits don’t end there. This supplement also ​promotes fat loss, suppresses appetite and improves glycemic control​....

The mold on bread can make some people sick by triggering an allergic reaction. Image Credit: Floris Verweij/iStock/GettyImages There’s nothing worse than craving a slice of toast, only to notice your loaf of bread has some suspicious fuzzy patches. But can moldy bread make you sick, and if so, what are the potential symptoms from eating moldy bread? Advertisement Here's everything you need to know about whether moldy bread will make you sick, including if you can get food poisoning from bread that's past its prime....

A close-up of homemade feta cheese. Image Credit: dkaranouh/iStock/Getty Images Cheese made with whole milk is a high-fat food, but it also provides protein, calcium and a variety of other nutrients, which makes it part of a nutritious diet when consumed in moderation. Cheese comes in many varieties, including an ethic type called feta cheese that is digested in the same way as other dairy products. Advertisement Definition Feta cheese is a type of cheese made from either cow or goat milk....

If you are taking blood thinners, you may need to limit broccoli consumption. Anticoagulant medications are commonly called blood thinners. These medications do not actually cause the blood to be thin, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), but instead prevent the blood from forming clots too quickly or easily. Blood clots can be dangerous, causing heart attacks, strokes and even death. If you are taking anticoagulant medication, your doctor may instruct you to avoid certain foods that can interact with your medication....

There are several foot exercises for metatarsal pain. Image Credit: PeopleImages/iStock/GettyImages Your foot contains 26 bones, including five metatarsals. These bones are located at the ball of your foot. Pain in this area can make it difficult to stand and walk. Advertisement According to the Mayo Clinic, this painful condition, called metatarsalgia, can be caused by activities such as running or jumping, or as a side effect of foot deformity or wearing improperly sized footwear....

Crackers commonly contain gluten. Feeling your heart palpitate can be a frightening experience. If your heart begins to palpitate after you've eaten a food that contains gluten, you may be having an allergic reaction to the gluten. Unlike mild allergy symptoms, heart palpitations are a sign of a serious complication called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is an extreme allergic reaction that has potentially life-threatening symptoms. Avoid gluten until your can be evaluated by your physician....

Building your arms and narrowing your stomach take discipline. Walking around town with bigger arms and a thinner stomach can help boost your self-confidence levels. Another benefit is that any time you lose stomach fat, you also reduce your risk for chronic diseases. Losing weight in one area, while gaining it in another is challenging, but not impossible. The best way to go about it is by making adjustments to your diet and following good training tactics....

Poach fish in a simmering liquid for a healthy entree. Image Credit: Dar1930/iStock/Getty Images Choosing fish for your entree is smart – until it’s salted, breaded and fried. For the healthiest fish preparation, start by selecting a sustainable fillet. The Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch notes U.S. catfish, Alaskan salmon, U.S.-farmed rainbow trout and Pacific halibut as some of the top options. Then, cook it in a manner that limits sodium, fat and calories while still offering the taste you desire....

Squeeze your workout in between watching your favorite team play. Image Credit: Halfpoint Images/Moment/GettyImages Are you ready for some football?! Fall marks the start of the football season for millions of fans across the country, which means a lot more time spent sitting on your backside watching TV. Advertisement While the excitement and anticipation of watching your favorite team crush the opponent is nothing short of awesome, ditching your regular workout for a night of armchair quarterbacking might leave you wondering if opting out of exercise in favor of football is the right thing to do....

Hiking with a pack employs upper- and lower-body muscles. Image Credit: Olga_Danylenko/iStock/Getty Images Hiking and running are both excellent forms of exercise. Each provides cardiovascular and pulmonary benefits, and works major muscle groups so that you improve your stamina, endurance, strength and muscle tone. You use many of the same muscles for each activity, but at different intensities. A strong core is crucial for both. Advertisement Quadriceps Quadriceps – the muscles at the fronts of the thighs – are the primary muscles used for both hiking and running....

There are three main ways to cook chicken breasts for a casserole. Image Credit: ALLEKO/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Poach Fry Bake Chicken's mild flavor, tender texture and reasonable price make it a staple in many households. Countless casserole recipes call for cooked or partially-cooked, boneless skinless chicken breasts. Advertisement If the casserole calls for cooked chunks of chicken, you can gently boil chicken breasts in salted water. Other casseroles call for browned chicken breasts....

Bone-in pork roast will cook faster than roasts without the bone. Image Credit: SilviaJansen/E+/GettyImages Bone-in pork roast dishes are often reserved for special occasions and formal dinners, but this cut of meat doesn’t take hours to prepare. Depending on the size of your pork roast, it serves many and may even yield leftovers. Advertisement What Is a Bone-In Pork Roast? Common bone-in cuts of pork include the shoulder, loin, leg and rib roast....

An 8-ounce margarita on the rocks typically contains about 274 calories. Image Credit: EuropeanProjectStudios/iStock/Getty Images What’s the best alcohol to drink on a diet? The truth is, dieting and drinking alcohol don’t necessarily go hand in hand. But sometimes there are reasons to indulge and on those nights a margarita on the rocks is a good choice. Advertisement It's fruity and refreshing, and tequila has zero carbs and zero sugar. Other ingredients hike the sugar count, but those can be minimized for a lower calorie drink....

The exact number of calories you burn for every mile you run or walk depends on a number of factors, from your body weight, overall body composition and how fast you go, right down to your genetic makeup. Image Credit: satamedia/iStock/GettyImages The exact number of calories you burn for every mile you run or walk depends on a number of factors, from your body weight, overall body composition and how fast you go, right down to your genetic makeup....

Wait at least an hour to jump-rope after dinner. Image Credit: kiko_jimenez/iStock/Getty Images How long you should wait after eating to exercise is largely dependent on the size and type of your meal. If you just ate dinner, and it is the largest meal of your day, then you should wait longer than if you just ate a small snack. Jump-roping is an especially high-intensity exercise that increases your heart rate and jostles your insides around....

Yoga can help you activate the pituitary gland. Image Credit: petrenkod/iStock/GettyImages The pituitary, a pea-shaped gland at the base of your brain, is your glandular master. The Pituitary Foundation of the United Kingdom notes that the pituitary gland controls all the other endocrine glands in your body, including thyroid, parathyroids, pancreas, and reproductive and adrenal glands. Advertisement The pituitary gland regulates hormones that have to do with growth, digestion, protein absorption and use and blood pressure....

Alcohol promotes fat storage, which can cause stomach bloating or bulging. Very few of the calories from alcohol are converted into fat, but that doesn't mean they don't cause you to put on weight and feel bloated. Wine contains yeast, which is a common cause of bloating. The simple way to avoid bloating and related stomach pain is to avoid alcohol altogether. Failing that, moderation is key. Advertisement Step 1 Try filtered wines....