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Doing push-ups from Downward Dog targets your shoulders and arms. Image Credit: RyanJLane/E+/GettyImages Endurance isn’t just a critical component of your cardio workouts. It makes a difference in your weight-lifting sessions too. Advertisement Muscular endurance training builds the muscle differently than lifting for strength or mass. It increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the muscles, ultimately helping you train more efficiently, according to the University of New Mexico. Video of the Day High reps (the number of times you do an exercise without stopping) is the main priority when it comes to muscular endurance....

Adding uncooked rice to soup allows your rice to soak up the flavors of your recipe. Image Credit: Elena_Danileiko/iStock/GettyImages Adding rice to soup makes for a hearty meal. You can add rice already cooked, or uncooked, to soup, but it does affect the recipe. Uncooked rice soaks up liquid, so you’ll need a lot more broth or water, and it may extend your soup’s cooking time. Advertisement Tip Adding uncooked rice to soup allows your rice to soak up the flavors of your recipe....

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Hip rolls open up your hip flexors and chest as part of a Pilates warm-up. Image Credit: vadimguzhva/iStock/Getty Images Jumping right into a workout routine without warming up is like heading out into a storm without an umbrella. In other words, you’re unprepared. A proper warm-up before exercise makes your muscles and joints more mobile, gets your circulation going and improves your body’s neuromuscular communication and control. Advertisement Although a Pilates workout may seem lower in intensity — compared to a run or game of soccer — it still asks a lot of your body (especially your core)....

If you're going plant-based, rest assured that a vegan dry milk substitute can work well in both sweet and savory recipes. Image Credit: ddukang/iStock/GettyImages Vegan milk alternatives are a wildly various bunch. If it’s powdered milk you’re after — whether to keep on-hand for emergency shortfalls, beef up a bread recipe or add body to smoothies — you have several options to choose from. Each has distinct benefits and uses, so you just might decide to clear out a pantry shelf and stock them all....

Boxing and bodybuiling differ in many ways. Image Credit: XiXinXing/XiXinXing/Getty Images Boxers and bodybuilders embody many of the traits of elite athleticism including endurance, strength and coordination. However, the two sports also differ in many ways. Boxers and bodybuilders train for different performance goals, which means specialized workouts and specific measurements of progress. Of course, boxers benefit from weightlifting and bodybuilders benefit from agility drills, so the two activities are not completely isolated....

A healthy breakfast with fresh fruit, eggs, toast, turkey bacon, yogurt and granola. Image Credit: jonathanfilskov-photography/iStock/Getty Images Medications and foods often don’t mix. Doctors prescribe Synthroid, the brand name for levothyroxine, to treat low thyroid levels. Many people take their daily dose of the drug in the morning, before breakfast. Some foods and supplements can interfere with Synthroid absorption; you may need to tailor your breakfast menu to avoid these foods....

It is important to eat quality food in a calorie restricted diet. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages A calorie-restricted diet can make it easier to lose weight and keep the pounds off. Food quality matters most, but you still need to watch your energy intake and stick to your calorie goals. The key is to make sure that your calorie intake is lower than your energy expenditure. Advertisement Why a Calorie-Restricted Diet? According to a widely cited study published in the journal ​Cell Metabolism​ in May 2018, cutting just 15 percent of your calorie intake can ​slow aging and cause significant weight loss​ in as little as two years....

Complex carbs like fruits, vegetables and whole grains can improve cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure. Image Credit: marilyna/iStock/GettyImages In the United States, overweight and obesity are becoming increasingly prevalent. Often riding in tandem with it is high cholesterol. But what’s the link between weight and cholesterol? And will losing weight lower your cholesterol, or could it even raise it? Advertisement ​Read more:​ The Truth About How Your Diet Affects Your Cholesterol Video of the Day Understanding the Conditions According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity-related diseases, including heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and certain cancers, are some of the leading causes of death....

A young man performing sit ups at the gym. Image Credit: dolgachov/iStock/Getty Images Sit ups are an effective exercise to strengthen and tone your abdominal muscles, but the stress they put on your muscles and digestive system can cause pain. Severe pain can indicate issues including cramps, a strained muscle, and problems with your stomach and intestines. In some cases, self-care measures can remedy the pain, but if the pain is particularly severe or does not get better after one to two days, seek medical attention....

Cod liver oil is usually taken for heart health. Constipation is characterized by hard stools that are difficult to pass. Stool softeners and bulk-forming and stimulant laxatives help alleviate constipation in different ways. Lubricant laxatives, such as mineral oil, make it easier to pass a bowel movement. These treatments can be harsh and are not intended for long-term use. Cod liver oil is another fat that you may want to try for similar benefits....

Each serving of V8 is equivalent to 2 servings of vegetables. Image Credit: amizadon/iStock/GettyImages Have you ever heard of the V8 diet? This meal plan was popular back in the early 2000s. But a new trend has emerged over the past few years: A growing number of dieters now fast using V8 juice. Proponents say that juicing and juice fasting speed weight loss while flushing toxins. Advertisement Is V8 Juice Really Healthy?...

Lettuce provides dietary fiber. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images If you have diverticulosis, small pouches lining your colon bulge through weak spots. Each of these pouches is called a diverticulum. This is a common condition – about 10 percent of U.S. adults over 40 have it. Your chances of developing diverticulosis go up as you age. Some 50 percent of Americans older than 60 have diverticulosis. Eating foods such as lettuce, can help you manage your condition....

Hard alcohol may be more likely to cause weight gain than weight loss. Image Credit: 5PH/iStock/GettyImages Having to say no to your favorite cocktail because you’re on a diet may result in you ditching the diet altogether. However, drinking in moderation may leave room for an occasional drink. Plus, if you’re counting carbs, there is no sugar in whiskey and other low-carb alcoholic drinks. Advertisement Tip No, drinking alcohol does not help with weight loss....

The different compounds in tea can result in mixed effects where your blood pressure is concerned. Image Credit: vvmich/iStock/GettyImages Tea is a versatile beverage that you can enjoy either iced or hot. But if you are someone who sips a cup of tea every day, you may be wondering whether drinking tea is interfering with your blood pressure. The answer is that the different compounds of tea can create mixed effects....

A man is dead lifting heavy weight. Image Credit: takoburito/iStock/Getty Images According to a 2003 article in the “British Journal of Sports Medicine,” a flat or high arch is one of many risk factors for lower extremity injuries including foot injuries. Common injuries that cause foot pain are plantar fasciitis, stress fractures and muscle strains. Treatment varies depending on the injury or cause, but rest and ice may help alleviate foot pain....

Depending on your unique health situation, garlic digestion effects may be helpful or harmful. Image Credit: Nantapok/iStock/GettyImages Not only is this vegetable powerfully aromatic but it has similarly powerful effects on the body. Depending on your unique health situation, garlic digestion effects may be helpful or harmful. Before you make your next garlic-heavy dish, be sure you understand how garlic may affect your body. Advertisement Read more: 10 Incredible Garlic Hacks Video of the Day Garlic digestion side effects are not the only ways in which this aromatic vegetable impacts the body....

Sweets are filled with glucose. Image Credit: merc67/iStock/GettyImages Glucose syrup and corn syrup are naturally derived added sweeteners. Corn syrup can be a type of glucose syrup, but not all glucose syrup is made from corn. Liquid glucose can be derived from many plants, but is typically made from either corn or wheat. Advertisement Natural Versus Added Sweeteners Sugars are everywhere. These carbohydrates occur in a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, dairy, juices, desserts and beverages....

Green mangoes are high in natural sugars. Image Credit: Arx0nt/Moment/GettyImages While fruits such as green mangoes are healthy foods, they are also high in natural sugars. If you’re curious about raw mango sugar content, consider the glycemic load and glycemic index rating of this fruit. Advertisement Read more: Are Mangoes Good for Your Digestive System? Video of the Day Examine Mango Nutrition According to the USDA, green mango calories clock in at 99 per 1-cup serving....

Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables to help lower your blood pressure. Image Credit: David MacLurg/iStock/Getty Images High blood pressure puts you at an increased risk for heart attack and stroke. The Harvard Medical School reports that high blood pressure can also cause damage to your ears, arteries and kidneys. If your doctor has diagnosed you with high blood pressure, making dietary changes is essential to lower your blood pressure and improve your overall health and well-being....