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Digesting nutrients is key to providing your respiratory system with fuel. Image Credit: Yagi Studio/DigitalVision/GettyImages At first glance, your digestive and respiratory systems seem like two separate entities. In reality, though, they work together. So, how does the digestive system work with the respiratory system, and why are digestion and respiration important to the body in the first place? Advertisement Broadly, here's how the respiratory system interacts with the digestive system: Breathing provides oxygen to help your digestive tract function, and digestion provides nutrients to fuel your respiratory system, according to Texas A&M University....

Foods rich in fats, like butter, avocados, eggs and steak, can help you meet your fat-intake requirement on the ketosis diet. Image Credit: TanyaJoy/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve read or done a cursory search about dieting over the past few years, you’ve probably come across the keto diet. The ​ketosis, ketogenic or “keto” diet​ is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet. First used at Mayo Clinic in the 1920s as an effective treatment for pediatric epilepsy, the diet has grown into what CNN has dubbed the “keto craze,” particularly as a weight-loss and lifestyle regimen....

Coughing burns few calories. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/Getty Images All activities burn calories. Coughing may not be a huge calorie burner, but it is nice to know that you may gain a little extra benefit from this uncomfortable activity. Advertisement About Calories Coughing burns energy, and calories are a measurement of energy burned. The amount of calories that your body uses during coughing is measured by how extreme your cough is, as well as its duration....

A woman is wearing ankle weights. Image Credit: kicsiicsi/iStock/Getty Images Wearing ankle weights can increase the resistance level of your workout and enable you to burn extra calories. Using ankle weights can strengthen muscles and improve muscle and cardiovascular endurance, but may also increase your risk of injury. Advertisement Factors The number of calories you burn while wearing ankle weights depends on the length of time you wear the weights, the value of the weights you use, the intensity of your activity and your own body weight....

Pork-neck, raw here, is a versatile, flavorful meat with bones that can be boiled. Image Credit: LuismiCSS/iStock/GettyImages Although pork neckbones generally only have a small amount of meat on them, they can add flavor to broths, sauces and soups. When prepared correctly, boiled neck bones can be an economical standalone entree, a side dish or used to spice up greens, beans, peas and other vegetables. Advertisement Tip Pork neckbones taste best when simmered or slow-cooked....

Fresh founder filet on paper. Image Credit: BWFolsom/iStock/Getty Images Flounder is a juicy and tender white meat fish with a mild flavor. Its meat takes well to high temperatures, as the exterior forms a slightly sweet crust while the interior remains moist. Adding seasonings will introduce more flavors to the meat, complementing its natural flavor. Broiling flounder fillets cooks them quickly and sears in the meat’s natural juices. This recipe is for two flounder fillets; but you can adjust it to suit your dining needs....

Sprinters don't just run — they also strength train. Image Credit: FS-Stock/iStock/GettyImages Take a look at a sprinter, and you’ll likely notice the bulge of their leg muscles — they’re key to speed. When you’re training to get faster, you have to do more than just run. You need strong legs to power your stride. Advertisement The quadriceps muscles on the front of your legs and hamstrings, glutes and calves on the back make up most of the muscles in your lower body....

You can prepare your pork jowl bacon the same way you cook your usual bacon, which includes the stove, oven or microwave. Unless you live in the South, you may not be able to find pork jowl bacon at your local grocery store. However, if you happen to find this flavorful cut of meat, you can prepare it much like you would your usual bacon. Advertisement Tip You can prepare your pork jowl bacon the same way you cook your usual bacon, which includes the stove, oven or microwave....

references American Council on Exercise: "The Benefits of Unilateral Training" The shrimp squat is an advanced squat variation that requires, and builds, lower-body strength and stability. Image Credit: John Fedele/Tetra images/GettyImages Image Credit: John Fedele/Tetra images/GettyImages Instructions Benefits Modifications Progressions Skill Level Advanced Activity Body-Weight Workout Region Lower Body Stand with your feet close together. Transfer your weight onto one foot, bend the other behind you and grab your raised foot with that side’s hand....

If you’re feeling like you’ve had one too many chicken breasts lately, grilled chicken leg quarters can be a tasty, flavorful alternative. Image Credit: YelenaYemchuk/iStock/GettyImages If you’re feeling like you’ve had one too many chicken breasts lately, grilled chicken leg quarters can be a tasty, flavorful alternative. With the thigh and drumstick left intact, chicken leg quarters contain more fat than breasts and make for a juicy meal, says the National Chicken Council....

Avocado toast should be anything but boring. Image Credit: Olha_Afanasieva/iStock/Getty Images Decadently creamy and mildly sweet, avocado toast is incredibly easy to make: Slice or mash some avocado and spread it on a piece of toast — voila! But don’t let the simplicity of this dish fool you. Topping your toast with avocado adds a good source of antioxidants, fiber, vitamin K, folate, pantothenic acid, copper and good fats — turning plain ol’ toast into a nutritious breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner....

Eating on the Mediterranean diet doesn't have to be expensive if you buy these staples at Costco. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com/Creative Eating a Mediterranean-style diet has been linked to so many health benefits, people are running to grocery stores stocking up on key staples like hummus and legumes. Whether you’re just getting into it or you’ve been a fan of this cuisine for a while, shopping at Costco is a cost-effective way to get the ingredients you need at a fraction of the price....

references Angewandte Chemie: "The Two Odors of Iron When Touched or Pickled: (Skin) Carbonyl Compounds and Organophosphines" Drug Safety: "Drug-induced hyperhidrosis and hypohidrosis: Incidence, prevention and management" U.S. National Library of Medicine: "Anatomy, Skin Sweat Glands" International Hyperhidrosis Society: "Sweaty Hands" Mayo Clinic: "Nail Fungus" U.S. National Library of Medicine: "Trimethylaminuria" Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center: "Trimethylaminuria" Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911....

You can get a good workout using only the space of a yoga mat. Image Credit: Jessica Crawford/LIVESTRONG.COM When the only place you have to work out is your tiny bedroom or living room, don’t abandon your workout just because you’re short on space. You don’t actually need a ton of space to get a good workout. Advertisement With this workout, you'll scorch calories even without wide open spaces. It's full-body conditioning with minimal equipment — you only need a pair of dumbbells!...

Add nonfat dried milk powder to your favorite milkshake to boost calories. Image Credit: DimaSobko/iStock/Getty Images Not everyone on a liquid diet wants to lose weight. If you’ve just had oral surgery, have to follow a liquid diet due to difficulty chewing or swallowing, or find it easier to drink your food rather than eat it, you may be having a hard time getting enough calories to maintain your weight. You may need a high-calorie liquid diet to help you gain weight....

A List of Foods to Avoid Eating With Diverticulitis Image Credit: s-cphoto/iStock/GettyImages Diverticulitis is a medical condition that occurs due to inflammation of the colon. This condition can cause a range of different gastrointestinal complications. To prevent diverticulitis from worsening, you should consume a diet high in fiber while avoiding foods that are harmful to your gastrointestinal tract. Advertisement Read More: All About Diverticulitis Video of the Day Diverticular Disease Diverticular disease is a condition of the gastrointestinal tract....

You can take this resistance band ab workout with you when you travel. Image Credit: p.volve Resistance bands are a convenient, low-impact way to sculpt your abs and get a great workout, without spending a ton of money or ever setting foot inside the gym. Instead of focusing on never-ending crunches, using resistance bands during your ab workout not only targets your core, but gives you a full-body challenge at the same time....

Increase muscle mass through smart training and nutrition. Image Credit: Andy_Oxley/iStock/Getty Images If you’re a bodybuilder looking for a quality nutrition source to help build lean muscle mass, look no further than almonds. Almonds contain many vital nutrients, including protein and healthy unsaturated fats. Since protein is the main component for increasing your lean body mass, almonds will definitely fit the bill as a solid choice for your training table....

Are Pancakes Healthy? Image Credit: Tjahjono Soekardjk / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Getting a good head start on your day means eating a healthy breakfast, but with so many choices, finding smart choices can be confusing. Pancakes are a hearty breakfast food, providing a high quantity of carbohydrates and a range of vitamins and minerals. However, pancakes can also be relatively high in fat, calories and sodium. With careful meal planning, you can include an occasional serving of pancakes in your diet....

To keep joints healthy, put a cap on caffeine. Image Credit: DragonImages/iStock/GettyImages Taking care of your joints can have a major affect on your mobility and quality of life as you age. But certain habits could unintentionally hamper your joint health. Advertisement Here, experts share 12 common mistakes that might be messing with your joints, plus tips to give them the TLC they deserve. Video of the Day Mistake 1: Getting Too Much Caffeine If your daily java habit is extreme, it might be doing damage to your joints....