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Weight loss can affect your kidneys, sometimes in unpredictable ways. If you already have kidney disease, your doctor may suggest that you gain weight or avoid losing weight. But for people with conditions that threaten the kidneys as a secondary complication, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, weight loss may be prescribed. Finally, both extreme weight gain and extreme weight loss can put you at risk for kidney stones. Your physician can recommend sensible plans to help you achieve the weight goal most appropriate to your condition....

Incorporating some strength training and other cardio into your routine can help you build muscle and burn body fat. Image Credit: Nikada/E+/GettyImages Jiggly thigh fat may be a threat to your self-confidence when you are trying to look good in revealing clothing. You have little to worry about from a well-being standpoint, because this fat is benign, but to tone your thighs and gain back your self-confidence, you must do some work....

Dehydration may cause dizziness after stretching. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages Dizziness can hit you when you least expect it. It’s not unusual to feel a head rush after your workout, particularly when you’re stretching. It might simply mean you’re having trouble recovering from the workout or it could be a sign of a more serious problem. If it happens often, you should see a doctor. Advertisement Tip There are a few reasons why you might get dizzy when stretching....

Research on the benefits of stretching before and after a workout are still emerging, but here's what we know so far. Image Credit: enigma_images/E+/GettyImages In This Article Static vs. Dynamic Stretching Stretching Before vs. After Exercise Other Ways to Prevent Injury Most people enjoy stretching as a warm-up or cooldown after exercise in hopes of preventing injuries — but is it really beneficial? Research is ever-changing and shows there's much to contest about exactly ‌how‌ to stretch and ‌when‌ to stretch to get the most benefits....

Eating your veggies first can help you feel full while promoting a balanced diet. Image Credit: Dmitry_Tsvetkov/iStock/GettyImages Feeling hungry even after a full meal? What you eat is essential to ensure a sated stomach because nutrients including protein, fiber and healthy fats add to the fullness factor. But ​how​ you eat these foods — specifically, the order in which you nosh — may be important, too. Advertisement Meal or food sequencing is the practice of eating greens or low-starch vegetables first, followed by protein-rich foods and/or fats and finishing off with complex carbohydrates....

A close-up of whole flaxseeds. Image Credit: Shane Cummins/Hemera/Getty Images A low-oxalate diet can help prevent kidney stones, which are caused by a buildup of minerals in your urine. Kidney stones, when they get large, are extremely painful and may cause urinary blockage. Meanwhile flaxseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that promote general and heart health. If you use flaxseed for health purposes, you likely won’t have to give it up when following a low-oxalate diet....

Use rice noodles in place of wheat noodles for gluten-free Chinese food. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages The gluten-free diet can make eating out a little challenging. But with a little pre-planning from you and cooperation from the restaurant, you can get gluten-free Chinese food. Advertisement Going Gluten Free In recent years, the gluten-free diet has become a trendy diet touted as the key to good health and a better weight, notes the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases....

Making a point to connect with those you love can help bolster your mental health as you age. Image Credit: DisobeyArt/iStock/GettyImages In This Article How Aging Affects Mental Health How to Support Your Mental Health Just like your physical body changes as you get older, so do your mental health needs. Think about it: What you stressed about in your 20s likely won't be the same issues causing you concern in your 60s, which is why it's important to consider the connection between aging and mental health....

Burn more calories faster with cardiovascular exercise. Image Credit: Maskot/Maskot/GettyImages Losing 10 pounds in one month is a challenging but achievable goal. Most slow and steady diet and exercise plans have you losing around 2 pounds per week. As you track your daily calories, remember that you can trim calories by changing your diet as well as exercising. Maintain your weight loss once the month is over by making lifestyle changes in your diet plan and workout schedule....

Less-expensive cuts, such as the blade steak, satisfy an appetite for red meat and respect your wallet. Image Credit: ValentynVolkov/iStock/GettyImages The heady flavors of steak aren’t just for special occasions; cooking a blade steak brightens even an ordinary weeknight. Less-expensive cuts, such as the blade steak, satisfy an appetite for red meat and respect your wallet. Advertisement Also known as a petite steak and top chuck steak, this less-celebrated cut comes from the shoulder blade....

A plate of fried Chicken on a bed of lettuce. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images ConAgra foods manufactures Banquet Chicken, a convenient pre-fried chicken with a crispy coating. The chicken is completely cooked, but you must heat it properly before serving it. Banquet chicken is available in several varieties, including original, Country Style, Hot ‘N Spicy, Southern and Skinless. According to the label, Banquet chicken is fried in partially-hydrogenated vegetable oil and contains a large amount of sodium and a variety of preservatives....

You may prefer to prepare premium steaks, such as sirloin steaks, by grilling them. Image Credit: Milkos/iStock/GettyImages You may prefer to prepare premium steaks, such as sirloin steaks, by grilling them. However, if the weather does not cooperate, you can still cook a delicious sirloin steak in the oven. All you need is an oven-safe skillet and a few minutes. Advertisement A basic understanding of how to broil your sirloin steaks before you begin will help ensure a smooth process....

Tri tip is part of the bottom sirloin, and it is best prepared with cooking methods that include grilling, stir-frying, broiling and pan frying in an iron skillet. Image Credit: ahirao_photo/iStock/GettyImages Tri-tip is part of the bottom sirloin, and it is best prepared with cooking methods that include grilling, stir-frying, broiling and pan frying in an iron skillet. Pan-cooked tri-tip steak has a delectable crust and, when cooked properly, a tender bite....

A table with breakfast served. Image Credit: noblige/iStock/Getty Images Eating a healthy breakfast will help you make healthier food choices throughout the day, states Mayo Clinic nutritionist, Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D. But is it possible to eat a healthy breakfast at a restaurant? Restaurant food tends to contain extra salt, oil and sugar because the taste of the food is usually the focus. Don’t be afraid to ask your server to modify dishes in order to make them more nutritious....

You can eat whatever you want -- in moderation. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/Getty Images The key to maintaining a healthy weight is balance. You can eat whatever you want and not gain weight as long as your caloric intake is equal to your caloric output. Even though you might enjoy a diet of lots of cake and ice cream, you might end up hungry, and eating this way might leave you with deficiencies in essential nutrients....

Burgers sizzle on a propane grill. Image Credit: mpessaris/iStock/Getty Images Hamburgers are a crowd-pleasing entree for summer barbecues or family dinners, and it’s easy to increase the recipe for a few diners or a large group. From elaborate gourmet burgers made with Stilton and applewood-smoked bacon, or ground ginger and fried onions to traditional burgers served with ketchup and pickles, hamburgers are favored by gourmands and picky eaters alike. It’s the meat that makes or breaks a burger, but by gently handling the beef and cooking it over high heat, your patties will be grilled to perfection....

The canning process ups the antioxidants in some foods. Image Credit: Studio-Annika/iStock/GettyImages Canned foods often get a bad rap. That’s a shame, because the truth is, they’re usually more convenient and less expensive than fresh foods, and you can enjoy them year round. Advertisement Another important and largely unknown fact? The heat from the commercial canning process actually boosts some foods' antioxidants — specifically lutein, beta-carotene and lycopene — beyond what we see in their fresh or frozen counterparts....

Believe it or not, coffee could make your constipation worse. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages When you’re uncomfortably constipated, the last thing you want is to inadvertently do something that can plug up the poop in your pipes even more. Advertisement Here, Niket Sonpal, MD, a New York-based internist and gastroenterologist, discusses six bowel-blocking behaviors to banish from your routine when your gut is already gridlocked. Video of the Day 1. Eat Processed Foods From your favorite frozen dinners to fast-food takeout, processed foods may offer convenience, but they can also cause constipation by slowing down the digestive system, Dr....

Allergies, acid reflux and even certain meds can make you drool in your sleep. Image Credit: Zinkevych/iStock/GettyImages Drooling might be a common way to illustrate that someone is far away in dreamland, but if you consistently dribble when you slumber, it could actually point to a health issue. Advertisement It seems innocent enough, and you probably forget about it once you wipe down your pillow, but if it comes with other symptoms, you could be dealing with an infection, allergic reaction or even a digestive condition....

The fastest cycling speed ever recorded is 183.9 miles per hour, set by Denise Mueller-Korenek in 2018. Image Credit: chee gin tan/E+/GettyImages In This Article Global Cycling Stats Environmental Stats Accident Stats Helmet Stats Sex Stats Ethnicity and Race Stats Speed Stats Professional Cycling Stats Bicycle Commuting Stats Health Benefits Bike Lane Stats Top Bicycle Brands Cycling is experiencing a bit of a renaissance during the COVID-19 pandemic, as many people consider safer modes of transportation than buses and trains....