Woman walking on trail Image Credit: Błażej Łyjak/iStock/Getty Images Walking and running differ in terms of calories spent and impact on your body. Finding equivalencies between the two depends on the walker or runner. While both are great workouts, your goals and abilities determine which is the more suitable exercise for you. Understanding the physics behind each will help you gauge how much walking is equivalent to running for your body....
Traditional chicken cordon bleu calls for boneless skinless chicken breasts to be pounded thin, wrapped around slices of ham and cheese, dipped in seasoned breadcrumbs and whisked eggs, then pan- or deep-fried in oil and butter. The result is far from healthy. Prepare your own with low-fat cheese and egg substitute and bake rather than fry it for a dish with far less fat and saturated fat per serving. If you prefer to purchase packaged frozen cordon bleu, look for brands low in fat and sodium....
A pressure cooker cooks London broil faster than an oven. Image Credit: 4kodiak/iStock/GettyImages When it comes to making the words “steak,” “fast” and “economical” go together, an Instant Pot steak dinner using a London broil pressure cooker recipe is the way to go. Modern electric pressure cookers provide the fast, intensive cooking method needed to make a lean cut of meat more tender. Advertisement So, What Is London Broil? Is London broil a recipe or a cut of meat?...
Winding down your evening with the Legs Up the Wall yoga pose can help you drift off to sleep more easily. Image Credit: Goodboy Picture Company/E+/GettyImages If you’ve been tossing and turning throughout the night and unable to find a comfortable way to get some quality shut-eye, a little bit of yoga just might do the trick. Advertisement According to 2012 survey from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, more than 55 percent of people who did yoga reported that it helped them get better sleep....
The Thrive diet is a vegan eating plan comprised of unprocessed foods. Image Credit: Claudia Totir/Moment/GettyImages Developed by former professional endurance triathlete Brendan Brazier, the Thrive diet is a vegan eating plan composed of unprocessed foods. Its objective is to aid weight loss, balance blood sugar and promote overall wellbeing. Advertisement What Is the Thrive Diet? The Thrive diet is described in a book that provides the rationale behind the eating plan, along with a 12-week meal program, 100 recipes and an exercise regimen....
Adjusting to smaller portions can be easier with a few tricks, like using the right plates and enjoying carbs the smart way. Image Credit: Lucy Lambriex/DigitalVision/GettyImages Cutting back on portion sizes can be an effective way to trim excess calories, fat and sugar from your diet, but it can also be quite challenging. Restaurant and fast-food portions are far larger than those appropriate for a healthful diet. And try going to a party, or even simply to a friend’s house for dinner, without being overfed....
Image Credit: AndreyPopov/iStock/GettyImages You slipped them out of your shoes and got a rather unfortunate whiff: Your feet smell bad. So you put your shoes in the closet, backed away slowly and hoped that tomorrow the situation might be better. Advertisement It happens to the best of us. Video of the Day "The odor in feet is caused by sweat or moisture 'fermenting,'" Jacqueline Sutera, DPM, board-certified podiatrist and foot surgeon in New York City and New Jersey, tells LIVESTRONG....
Avoid nuts during the first week or so of your recovery. Image Credit: Julia Nagy/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Spicy Foods Acidic Foods Seeds and Nuts Crunchy Foods Chewy Candy Tough Meat Hot Drinks Caffeine Alcohol If you just had your wisdom teeth removed, your gums are no doubt swollen, sore and sensitive — and you should be aiming to take it easy on your mouth when it comes to eating. Here's the lowdown on what foods to avoid after wisdom teeth removal for a smooth recovery....
The good news is that bread flour can substitute for all-purpose flour — depending on your cookie recipe. Image Credit: SergiyMolchenko/iStock/GettyImages Can you use bread flour for cookies? That’s a question many of us have undoubtedly asked ourselves when a craving for a fresh chocolate chip cookie hits, there’s no all-purpose flour in the pantry and a grocery store run just won’t be possible. Advertisement The good news is that bread flour can substitute for all-purpose flour — depending on your cookie recipe....
A man lifting dumbbells in the gym. Image Credit: michaeljung/iStock/Getty Images Pectus excavatum, or sunken chest, is a condition that is usually present at birth, but it can become more pronounced in adolescence, causing a decreased exercise tolerance, respiratory infections, chest pain and heart murmurs. However, most cases are fairly mild, and weight training is not likely to cause further complications. Combining muscle building exercises for your chest with corrective exercises for your condition can improve both the appearance and function of your chest and rib cage....
Your diet can have both positive and negative effects on your heart. Image Credit: Ron Chapple Stock/Ron Chapple Studios/Getty Images Your diet provides the energy and raw materials your body needs to function. However, different foods have varying effects on your health and heart function. Some foods can negatively impact your cardiovascular system and increase your risk for disease. Yet, your diet gives you some flexibility in controlling your health that you can use to your advantage....
Heart rate generally slows as a person ages. In general, a low resting heart rate is linked to better overall physical health and fitness. There are many ways to slow a high heart rate, including lifestyle changes and weight loss. There is some suggestion that certain vitamins and minerals may play a part in lowering your heart rate, although further research is required regarding the effect of individual vitamins on heart function and heart rate....
Not everyone should bench press. Image Credit: South_agency/iStock/GettyImages Nothing catches attention like a defined and buff chest built with the chest press or bench press. For men, it’s the most important muscle to develop for beach season. And for women, these exercises tone their arms and shoulders. But which is better? Advertisement Bench Versus Chest Press The bench press is one of the most popular exercises for building a bigger, stronger and more prominent chest....
Apple cider vinegar may have some health benefits. Image Credit: alexstockphoto21/iStock/GettyImages Vinegar adds an appealing tang to soups and salads, and you can use distilled vinegar or apple cider vinegar for cleaning, too. Both are produced in a similar way, but they have different ingredients as their base. This alters their flavor and appearance. Advertisement Apple Cider Vinegar vs. White Vinegar All vinegar is made via a two-stage fermentation process. In the first stage, yeast is added to a plant food, such as grains, fruit, rice or potatoes....
A doctor taking a patient's pulse and blood pressure. Image Credit: AndreyPopov/iStock/Getty Images The blood pressure and pulse are two medical measurements routinely used to determine the state of a person’s health. Each remains intimately connected to the heart, the most vital organ of the body. Regular monitoring and preventive strategies can help achieve good heart health. Advertisement The Blood Pressure The blood pressure and pulse are two very different measurements, but they have the heart as their common denominator....
Stability and motion control shoes help with pronation. Image Credit: aldomurillo/E+/GettyImages Modern running shoes are feats of design. As the single most important piece of equipment a runner needs, shoes have to provide support, flexibility, grip and stability. Advertisement For many people, the last feature is the most crucial: Pronation, or inward rolling when the foot hits the ground, can result in serious injury over time. Motion control shoes and stability shoes both address pronation, but at different degrees for different levels of need....
Probiotic supplements generally have an expiration that's one year from the date of manufacture. Image Credit: RomarioIen/iStock/GettyImages Probiotics are friendly bacteria that are present in probiotic foods like yogurt and sauerkraut. They’re also sold as supplements. But it’s important to understand that the benefits you get from probiotics come from the fact that they’re live microorganisms. Advertisement While probiotics do have an expiration date — usually one year after the date of manufacture — it's possible for the microorganisms in your probiotic foods and supplements to die long before that date....
Oranges growing in an orchard. Image Credit: ultramcu/iStock/Getty Images Oranges are more than an on-the-go healthy snack food. They’re also incredibly beneficial for all digestive processes. They keep you hydrated, improve nutrient absorption and can also improve regularity. Don’t eat too many at once, though. Too much of this flavorful citrus fruit can lead to more problems than benefits. Advertisement Hydrating Your Digestive Tract Normal digestion requires a steady supply of water, and oranges have a lot of it....
Smiling man running on a treadmill. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images The elliptical and treadmill are two popular exercise machines used to improve health and lose weight. Slimmer thighs is a goal both machines can help you attain as long as you use them properly and with enough intensity. Which machine is best for the job depends on your personal preferences and current state of health. Advertisement Where the Fat Comes From The elliptical and treadmill both rely heavily upon your large lower-body muscles; however, just because this area of your body is used, doesn’t guarantee that’s where the fat loss is going to happen....
Make sure your pre-workout meal is rich in protein and slow-digesting carbs. Image Credit: Arx0nt/iStock/GettyImages What you eat before exercise can make or break your fitness progress. That’s why elite athletes have entire teams of chefs and nutritionists who plan and prep their pre- and post-workout meals. Some foods will boost your energy and stamina, allowing you to train harder and get better results; others will drain your energy and affect your overall performance....
