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A woman running outside on a country road. Image Credit: lzf/iStock/Getty Images Seeing blood in your urine – medically referred to as hematuria – after an exercise session can be frightening, but it is not always a cause for concern, according to Capital Nephrology Medical Group. The cause of exercise-induced hematuria is unclear, but it is not uncommon and does not usually last longer than a few days. If you have blood in your urine for longer than two days, or you experience it consistently after exercise, consult your physician....

Health Benefits of Drinking Warm Milk Image Credit: Dash_med/iStock/GettyImages Although most commonly thought of as a nonalcoholic nightcap and natural sleep aid, warm milk offers health benefits no matter when you drink it. Warm milk doesn’t have a health edge over milk served cold, but you’ll still get lots of nutrients, like high-quality protein and calcium, that can benefit your overall well-being. Warm milk works well with a variety of flavors too, so you can make tasty lattes and milk beverages with nutritious ingredients for added benefits....

Most research has shown that fresh garlic provides a better means of obtaining garlic's benefits, but garlic capsules are an alternative option. Image Credit: Jennifer A Smith/Moment/GettyImages Most research has shown that fresh garlic provides a better means of obtaining garlic’s benefits, but garlic capsules are an alternative option, especially if you don’t like the taste or odor of fresh garlic. Garlic capsules contain concentrated garlic powder, essential oil or powdered extract....

Make your own chocolate PB cups with our low-sugar dessert recipe. Image Credit: sara_winter/iStock/GettyImages Cocoa is naturally rich in dietary polyphenols, which boast anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties — but when cocoa is transformed into decadent desserts, added sugars can outweigh chocolate’s potential benefits. And just because you’re watching your sugar intake, doesn’t mean you’re destined to a life of chocolate deprivation. Advertisement For chocolate lovers who are still trying to limit sweets, there are plenty of ways to keep the sugary stuff to a minimum and eat your cacao, too....

If you have high blood pressure, consider switching from regular coffee to decaf. Image Credit: ANGHI/iStock/GettyImages When faced with high blood pressure, you might consider making the switch from regular to decaffeinated coffee as a way to improve your numbers. But since decaf coffee and some low-caffeine teas, like green tea, still have some caffeine in them, would it make a difference? Advertisement ​Read more:​ What Really Happens to Your Body When You Have Caffeine Video of the Day The Lowdown on Caffeine It’s clear that caffeine can cause a short, but dramatic, increase in blood pressure, according to the Mayo Clinic....

Beginning an exercise is as easy as taking a walk. Image Credit: Dean Mitchell/iStock/GettyImages Getting into fitness doesn’t have to be intimidating or complex. In fact, in some cases, starting is as easy as taking a walk. Advertisement While everything from your metabolism to your height to the intensity of your walk or run can affect exactly how many calories you burn, you can be certain that you will shed calories and reap the top-to-bottom benefits of regular cardiovascular exercise when you walk or run regularly, just as surely as you put one foot in front of the other....

The thickness of your yoga mat can affect your practice. Image Credit: Tatomm/iStock/Getty Images When you’ve graduated from using a studio-supplied yoga mat to buying your own, it requires a little research. You thought you were just going to grab one off the shelf, but now you have to take into account what material it’s made from and if its texture feels right to your hands, feet and even your forehead....

Steaming frozen edamame is a wonderful way to cook this popular and nutritious soybean appetizer. Image Credit: peter bocklandt/iStock/GettyImages “Edamame” is the Japanese word for the delicious green soybeans that are often served as a snack or appetizer in Asian restaurants. It’s easy to cook edamame at home, too. Whether steamed or lightly boiled, edamame is a nutritious and versatile snack. Advertisement "One cup of [shelled] edamame packs 18 grams of protein," notes the Cleveland Clinic....

Smoked ham hocks are a flavorful and tender when cooked slowly. Image Credit: Nikolay_Donetsk/iStock/GettyImages In This Article What Are They? In the Oven On the Stove Smoked ham hocks have a distinct flavor that makes them popular in Southern and German dishes. If you want to know how to cook smoked pork hocks in the oven or on the stove, we've got the scoop on how to best to do it....

Three young women stretching. Image Credit: Motoyuki Kobayashi/Photodisc/Getty Images When it comes to stretching, there are two distinctive types–static and dynamic. Static stretching is characterized by holding a body part in a fixed position for 20 or more seconds. This type of stretching is generally done at the end of workouts. Dynamic stretching on the other hand, is done in motion and is generally done before activity. The main function of dynamic stretching is to warm up the muscles and ready them for the movement they are about to engage in....

A whole chicken can be frozen if purchased raw or fully cooked. Image Credit: Emilija Manevska/Moment/GettyImages Whether chicken was on sale at the grocery store or you accidentally bought too much, a whole chicken can be frozen if purchased raw or fully cooked. Advertisement However, frozen raw chicken should be used within 12 months, and a fully-cooked whole chicken needs to be consumed within four months, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)....

Nutritious broths and soups can contribute fluids and electrolytes to help you recover quickly from stomach flu. Image Credit: Aniko Hobel/Moment/GettyImages When you have the flu, the aches, pains, fatigue, chills, vomiting and loss of appetite can make food unappealing and difficult to stomach. But getting the proper nutrients is critical for recovering quickly and regaining your strength and energy. Advertisement Read more: Foods to Eat During a Stomach Virus Video of the Day As soon as you're able, begin to add nutrient-dense foods back into your diet....

You can still enjoy the flavors of fall, but keep portion sizes in mind. Image Credit: AnaBGD/iStock/GettyImages Even if you love fall, you have to admit that it’s a strange sort of in-between season. It’s not the carefree days of summer spent in shorts and flip-flops, and it’s also not quite the cozy months of winter that call for wrapping up in scarves and sweaters. Advertisement Likewise, when it comes to weight loss, you may expect the challenges of summer — barbecues, ice cream and alcohol, oh my!...

Image Credit: disqis/iStock/Getty Images The five major organs that secrete digestive juices are the salivary glands, stomach, pancreas, liver and small intestine. Each of these organs synthesizes its mixture of digestive juices that breaks down food into smaller pieces that can be absorbed into the body. Advertisement Salivary Glands The main salivary glands are found in the cheeks, under the tongue and around the jaw. They secrete about 1 quart of saliva each day....

You don't have to be intimidated by burpees thanks to this 7-day burpee challenge, which will help you build up to the move. Image Credit: Getty Images/LIVESTRONG.com Creative Healthy habits are built one day at a time. Our monthly fitness challenges can help you stay on track all year long. In This Article Challenge Calendar Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 How to Join It's entirely normal to feel a little intimidated by burpees....

Lignans are plant compounds (meaning they naturally occur in plants) that act as antioxidants. Aside from soy foods, lignans are among the best sources of phytoestrogens, which are plant-based compounds that have estrogen-like effects. Some people are concerned that phytoestrogens can increase your body’s estrogen levels, but eating flaxseeds (which are rich in lignans and phytoestrogen) either decreases or has no effect on blood estrogen levels, according to May 2014 study in ​Integrative Cancer Therapies​....

Burn out your arms with this 10-exercise arm workout. All you need is a pair of dumbbells. Image Credit: Inti St Clair/Tetra images/GettyImages Say goodbye to boring biceps curls with this 10x10 arm workout from Josh Honore, NASM-CPT, and Row House coach. The premise behind this fast-paced arm workout is to perform 10 reps of each exercise with very little rest between each move. Advertisement What we typically call our "arms" is actually two distinct muscle groups — the biceps and triceps....

Image Credit: Chiociolla/iStock/GettyImages Chronic inflammation can lead to a variety of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, certain types of cancer and rheumatoid arthritis. Following an anti-inflammatory diet plan may reduce inflammation and lower your risk of these diseases. Advertisement Although the scientific evidence regarding the anti-inflammatory properties of coffee is mixed, some studies suggest that drinking coffee can be an acceptable part of an anti-inflammatory diet. Discuss your diet and coffee consumption with your doctor to make sure it is appropriate for you....

Diet plays an important role in reducing heavy breasts. Breast tissue is primarily made of fat. Many women gain and lose weight in this area more quickly than the rest of their bodies. Heavy breasts can be burdensome and cause back pain and bad posture. While exercise is a key component to losing this fat, a clean diet is also important. You should know which foods are helpful at burning breast fat, as well as fat elsewhere....

You can do these back exercises with no equipment. Image Credit: Yolya/iStock/GettyImages No one will deny that the lat pulldown machine is a great way to strengthen your back muscles. But when the gym is closed or this coveted machine is occupied, you may find yourself at a loss for back-building exercises. Advertisement Training the back muscles without equipment requires some creativity and research, but instead of watching endless YouTube tutorials, Lee Hanses, physical therapist at Bespoke Treatments in Seattle, recommends you give these six body-weight back exercises a try....