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Consumg raspberries may cause adverse reactions in some people. A food allergy occurs when the body's immune system mistakes an ingredient in food as harmful, which triggers antibodies in the immune system to attack the food. While the FDA's list of the most common ingredients that trigger food allergies does not include raspberries, some individuals may experience adverse reactions to raspberries and should be treated promptly. Advertisement Salicylates People that have a raspberry allergy are often allergic or sensitive to salicylates, according to the Cleveland Clinic....

There is a higher risk of injury when you do circuit training. Image Credit: kupicoo/E+/GettyImages Circuit training is a workout in which a person does several different exercises in rapid succession with minimal or no resting between each. Circuit workouts can include both cardio and resistance training, bringing fun and variety to your workout routine. There are, however, both advantages and disadvantages of circuit training. Advertisement Tip While circuit training is time efficient, it can require more planning and potentially increase your risk of injury if you neglect proper form as you switch between exercises....

Most bacteria will die when heated past a certain temperature. Image Credit: yipengge/iStock/GettyImages Yogurt is made by heating, cooling and then fermenting milk using healthy streptococcus and lactobacillus bacteria. The final product can be consumed hot or cold. However, if heated past a certain point, the bacteria in yogurt will die. Advertisement Tip The healthy bacteria in yogurt will die if exposed to temperatures above 130 F (54.4 C). The Yogurt Production Process Yogurt is a commonly consumed food that has been eaten for thousands of years....

Candida overgrowth may worsen certain gastrointestinal conditions. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages The Kaufmann antifungal diet (a two-phase diet similar to the candida diet) consists of eliminating sugar, flour and yeast with the idea that they foster growth of harmful fungi. Despite scarce evidence, proponents believe excess fungi contribute to different symptoms and diseases. Advertisement Antifungal diets are based on an unproven theory that cutting out certain foods will "starve" fungal organisms and suppress their growth....

Toasting bread doesn't change its nutritional value, but it may decrease the glycemic index. Image Credit: undefined undefined/iStock/GettyImages Toasted bread calories aren’t any fewer than untoasted bread calories. Toasting also doesn’t affect carbohydrates or gluten; it may lower the glycemic index of bread, which is an advantage. Advertisement Tip Toasting bread doesn't change its nutritional value, but it may decrease the glycemic index. Toast vs. Untoasted Bread Calories In an interview with LIVESTRONG....

A speed parachute overloads your hips and leg muscles. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Wavebreak Media/Getty Images Wearing a speed parachute during your sprinting workouts adds an element of resistance that your hips and legs have to overcome. How fast you can sprint is dependent on your technique and explosiveness in your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings and calves. The speed parachute is a good option for advanced sprinters to overcome a plateau. However, it has the potential of adversely affecting younger sprinters who are still working on technique....

Facial exercises are good for a laugh, but they probably won't get rid of your jowls. Image Credit: Moyo Studio/E+/GettyImages Jowls are cute on hound dogs, but not so much when they appear around your own jawline. As frustrating as they can be, surgery is the only way to get rid of them quickly and completely. Although some people advocate doing specific exercises to tighten the area around the jaw and neck, there’s no concrete evidence that they work....

Core stabilization exercises, like the plank, can help treat symptoms from an L4 and L5 disc herniation. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages A low-back disc herniation can be a harrowing experience. One minute you’re going about your day and the next you’re laid up with pain, numbness or tingling into your back and legs. Luckily, in many cases, this issue is treatable and doesn’t require surgery. With a little knowledge and some specific L4-L5 spine exercises, it’s possible to get back to feeling like your normal self....

Stew dried figs and fresh figs for a delicious and healthy treat that works well with both sweet and savory dishes. Image Credit: Anna_Shepulova/iStock/GettyImages Stewed figs can be a delicious dessert, but they’re also an ideal addition to oatmeal and yogurt for a tasty breakfast or snack. You can stew either dried or fresh figs for a warm, sweet treat that also works well with savory dishes. Advertisement Read more: 10 Desserts That Won't Derail Your Diet Video of the Day "Figs are quite versatile," says Rachel Stahl, RD, CDN....

Stretching the gluteus medius can improve hip mobility. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages The gluteus medius, one of three muscles in the buttocks, works with your other hip muscles to move the leg away from the midline of your body. It also assists in both internal rotation and external rotation of the hip joint. Advertisement Because exercises that repetitively move your hip joints, such as running or dancing, can overwork this muscle and its surrounding muscles and tissues, it can become sore and tight....

It could take weeks, months or even years for you to feel the effects of a new eating pattern. Image Credit: Natasha Breen/Moment/GettyImages If you’re going vegetarian or vegan, you’re probably going to have a lot of people asking you the same thing over and over again — why? Although many vegetarians give up eating meat because they love animals, others do it because of the health benefits attributed to a plant-based diet....

The amount of weight you loose depends on your overall calorie intake. Image Credit: ShotShare/iStock/GettyImages On a low-carb diet, weight loss in two weeks depends on your overall calorie intake and the nutritional value of the foods you choose to eat. Many carb-heavy foods are high in calories and wreak havoc on your blood sugar, and cutting out these carbs is good for your health — diet or no diet. But cutting out all carbs could end up making you feel sick, which may sabotage your weight-loss efforts....

How Much Whey Protein Isolate Should I Have per Day? Image Credit: vovashevchuk/iStock/GettyImages Daily protein needs vary based on factors like age, weight, sex and physical activity level. It can be difficult to know how much whey protein powder is in a heaping scoop. Advertisement Whey powders come in various flavor and forms. If you can meet your minimum daily protein requirements with food alone — and most Americans can — you aren't likely to need more than one scoop of isolate daily, and you may not need any at all....

A basic calculator can help to calculate the percent of daily value for specific nutrients. Image Credit: Medioimages/Photodisc/Photodisc/Getty Images People often say they want to eat healthier. One of the first steps to take is examining nutritional value prior to purchasing foods. Food labels include most relevant information, including calories, fat, protein, and carbohydrate content. Vitamin and mineral levels are also included. These numbers do not mean much unless you know how much of these nutrients you should be eating daily....

Turkey breast on a cutting board. Image Credit: Diana Miller/Cultura/Getty Images Jennie-O markets several styles of turkey breast. Your cooking method will vary somewhat depending on whether you get the oven-ready boneless skinless turkey breast, the oven-ready bone-in turkey breast or the premium basted bone-in turkey breast. All the Jennie-O breasts are pre-seasoned. The oven-ready breasts are intended to ease your workload, as they can go directly from the freezer to the oven without having to defrost them, and they’re packaged in a cooking bag that enhances moistness....

Using a George Forman grill helps reduce the fat content of your pork chops. Image Credit: Lew Robertson/Photodisc/GettyImages Pork chops are a protein-filled choice for lunch or dinner. One loin chop contains less than 200 calories and is full of protein and vitamins and minerals such as thiamin and selenium. Advertisement Grilling your meat on a George Foreman grill helps to reduce fat, as the excess fat drips off the meat as you cook it....

Sand crabs sold in a fisherman's marketplace. Image Credit: amnachphoto/iStock/Getty Images Sand crabs are nearly ubiquitous on the beaches of both coasts in the United States. These small crabs are found at the mid-tide zone at the shoreline, where they burrow into the sand to escape their many predators. In many states and municipalities, you can catch sand crabs to take home and cook. Like other hard-shelled crabs, the best way to cook sand crabs is to boil them....

What is the hardest cheerleading jump? Without doubt, the pike jump. Image Credit: alexemanuel/iStock/Getty Images Plus In This Article Instructions Benefits Tips Drills Pike jumps don't just ​look​ hard, they are hard. After all, suspending your (folded-in-half!) body in the air isn't exactly a simple task. But with the right form tips and a good tutorial, you can perfect this move in no time. Advertisement ​What is a pike jump exercise?...

If your treadmill or elliptical still works, consider donating it to a reputable charity like Goodwill, The Salvation Army or Fitness 4 Charity. Image Credit: baona/iStock/GettyImages If you’re tired of your at-home gym equipment taking up space in your basement, you’re probably looking to donate exercise equipment or need exercise equipment removal. Many people buy equipment with the best intentions but end up seldom using it, choosing the gym, classes or outdoor exercise instead....

You can use the oven, microwave and stovetop to reheat pork chops. Nothing says comfort food like a plate of juicy pork chops with a side of apple sauce and mashed potatoes. But if you don't have hours to spend in the kitchen, consider making a large batch ahead of time, then all you have to do is reheat pork chops when you're ready to eat. Advertisement Tip You can use the oven, microwave and stovetop to reheat pork chops....