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Trader Joe's pumpkin butter is back for fall 2019. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages Trader Joe’s released their pumpkin products this week and we are so here for it. And while the beloved pumpkin season certainly has room for the occasional bowl of pumpkin ice cream or a pumpkin waffle, there’s also plenty of festive fall favorites that aren’t jam-packed with fat and sugar. Advertisement Here, dietitian Isabel Smith, RD, shares healthier picks for your next TJ's haul so that you can get into the spirit of the season — without the crash and burn that comes with a sugary PSL....

Image Credit: Creative-Family/iStock/Getty Images You would think eating less would result in less stomach fat. Unfortunately, this isn't necessarily so. Eating less food than your body needs results in malnutrition. This can be in the form of vitamin deficiencies, protein deficiency and/or carbohydrate deficiency. Ultimately, this leads to starvation of the body. There are many pictures of people on TV literally starving with a round tummy. This is called kwashiorkor....

Weightlifting can help reduce the symptoms of golfer's elbow. Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/Getty Images Golfer’s elbow is a condition characterized by pain and tenderness on the inside or outside of the elbow. Medial epicondylitis is typically associated with golf, but many golfers also experience symptoms from lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow. These symptoms occur because of the overuse of the muscles involved in bending the fingers and wrist. The National Strength and Conditioning Association states that at the initial sign of pain it is important to reduce activity, and implement stretching and rehabilitative weightlifting exercises to help improve your condition....

Boils tend to form on the inner thigh. A boil, also known as a furuncle, is a skin infection that involves a hair follicle and the surrounding skin tissue. They form under the skin and usually present as red, tender bumps at first. Boils then fill with pus, increase in size and become more painful. If a cluster of boils appear together, this is known as a carbuncle. The face, neck, buttocks, armpit and thigh are the most common locations for boils, although they can occur in any of the body's hair follicles....

Use the rowing machine for a full-body cardio workout. Image Credit: Thomas Barwick/DigitalVision/GettyImages While not always the most popular piece of gym equipment, the rowing machine should absolutely make it into your gym cardio routine. It offers a complete, full-body workout by targeting a wide range of muscles in your upper and lower body as well as your core. Advertisement Plus, rowing machines are an accessible option for those seeking an impact-free workout that won't stress the joints with excessive force like other higher-impact workouts like running....

Bench pressing can lead to sore chest muscles. Image Credit: Cavan Images/Cavan/GettyImages If you did one too many bench presses, you might be feeling it in your chest muscles the next day. If your chest is sore after a workout, it is likely a result of your muscles reacting to the stress of the exercise, and there are multiple reasons it can occur. Advertisement You might have worked a little too hard after taking a break from strength training or perhaps ramped up the amount of weight too much....

Carpal tunnel syndrome results from increased pressure on the median nerve. Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/Getty Images The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke defines carpal tunnel syndrome as a condition in which excessive pressure on the median nerve leads to pain, tingling, and numbness in the palm and fingers. While carpal tunnel syndrome is not life-threatening, it can interfere with activities of daily living, including resistance training. Consider the use of a supportive brace to ensure optimal results when lifting weights with carpal tunnel syndrome....

The force of a boxer's punch is measured in Newtons. Image Credit: master1305/iStock/Getty Images The force of an object is a product of that object’s acceleration and mass. English physicist Isaac Newton introduced this fundamental identity of classical mechanics with his second law of motion, F = ma. F represents force; m represents mass; and the variable a represents acceleration. A fighter’s fist or a boxer’s glove when it reaches a punching bag will have a force dependent on how fast the fist or glove is speeding up and the mass of the fist or glove and arm....

Omega-3 supplements may help raise your "good" cholesterol levels. Image Credit: spacedrone808/iStock/GettyImages Ask what’s needed to improve your cholesterol levels, and most health experts will put a healthy diet and plenty of exercise at the top of their list. However, certain supplements may also help raise the good type of cholesterol and possibly lower the bad. Advertisement Read more: What Is a Dangerous Cholesterol Level? Video of the Day The Lowdown on Cholesterol High-density lipoprotein cholesterol, or HDL, is considered “good” cholesterol because it helps your body get rid of some of the bad type: called low-density lipoprotein (LDL), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....

Both gelatin and pectin are thickeners used to make pies, jams, jellies and glazes. Gelatin derives from meat or fish as a by-product of juices released in cooking. Pectin derives from plants and is the substance that gives fruit and vegetable cell walls structure. Replacing gelatin with pectin may not yield the desired texture in the end product. Pectin firms up more than gelatin, which remains syrupy. There is no exact substitution method for the two, so expect to experiment to achieve the best results....

Black pepper side effects could include digestive distress if you eat too much. Image Credit: Eivaisla/iStock/GettyImages Second only to salt, black pepper is one of the most widely used seasonings. But it doesn’t get nearly as much attention as salt, too much of which can increase your risk of heart disease. Aside from potential digestive distress if you eat too much, there aren’t any black pepper side effects. Advertisement Tip Black pepper side effects could include digestive distress if you eat too much....

Oatmeal is a healthy breakfast option. Image Credit: Julia_Sudnitskaya/iStock/GettyImages In the morning whirlwind to get ready and out the door, it can be hard to find time for the picture-perfect healthy breakfast you may want to eat, but breakfast doesn’t have to be fancy to help you lose weight. Oatmeal comes together in just a few minutes, and it’s ideal for weight control for you and your family. Plain oatmeal is low in calories and high in fiber — a winning combination for helping you drop those extra pounds....

Pork liver is very nutritious. Image Credit: Shaiith/iStock/GettyImages Pork liver might be the last food you’re interested in eating, but its nutrition might change your mind. Pork liver has very large amounts of protein, vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, copper, iron and selenium. These are all nutrients that are essential for your health. Advertisement Tip Like most other animal livers, pork liver is highly nutritious. Even small servings can be beneficial to your health....

Ready for a keto Christmas? Here's how to do it! Image Credit: @vollygda via Twenty20 Christmas is a time to eat, drink and be merry — but sometimes those holiday parties can leave you feeling bloated and fatigued. Rather than ditching your healthy habits to enjoy the festivities, simply give this year’s Christmas menu a low-carb twist, so you can enjoy the holiday season sans too much sugar and processed carbs....

Post-workout fatigue is a symptom, not the problem. Exercise should be invigorating, but if your workout causes fatigue, a number of factors may be at play. Post-workout fatigue is a symptom, not the problem. Nutrition, hydration, workout intensity, workout technique, weather and workout timing are potential energy drainers, but, in some cases, undiagnosed injuries and health conditions contribute to lack of energy after exercise. Advertisement Function An understanding of how your body’s systems function during exercise will help you understand the cause of post-workout fatigue....

Animal meats and products typically contain no dietary fiber. Fiber is an important part of your diet, derived primarily from grains, fruits and vegetables. With certain temporary or chronic digestive conditions, however, your doctor may advise you to follow a low-fiber diet. By reducing the amount of fiber in your diet, you limit the amount of undigested material in your intestines, which typically decreases the amount of stool produced. A low-fiber diet necessitates limiting your consumption of roughage and increasing your intake of non-fiber or low-fiber foods....

Onions contain compounds that can be difficult to digest. Image Credit: angelsimon/iStock/GettyImages You may love onions, but that doesn’t mean they love you back. For some, these often pungent and aromatic bulb-shaped veggies cause more than just watery eyes and bad breath. Learn why, as well as ways to make onions not upset your stomach by cooking or changing portions. Advertisement Onion digestion can trigger gas, bloating and an upset stomach, according to Robin Foroutan, RDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist at the Morrison Center in New York City and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics....

Oatmeal topped with a mix of carbs and protein can help fuel you for a workout and the day ahead. Image Credit: bymuratdeniz/iStock/GettyImages Eating a healthy breakfast before a morning workout can help you feel and perform at your best. But sitting down to the wrong meal can derail your fitness goals and potentially lead to stomach aches and pains and well as indigestion and bloating. Advertisement For the best pre-workout breakfast, you'll want to choose foods that contain beneficial carbohydrates, some protein and vitamins and minerals to support your body's energy levels and recovery post-workout....

The preacher curl exercise is a great biceps exercise to isolate the arms and keep you from using momentum to cheat. Image Credit: yacobchuk/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Instructions Benefits Tips Variations We're all for functional fitness, but many lifters will confess they want bigger biceps, and they ​love​ arm day. Advertisement Time to pray at the preacher bench — the angled bench used to isolate the upper arms is worshipped by everyone hoping for a ticket to the gun show....

Make cycling a family affair. Image Credit: Polka Dot Images/Polka Dot/Getty Images Cycling is an accessible sport that helps hone your cardiovascular fitness and enhances your health, but is not without drawbacks. Low-impact and beginner-friendly, cycling is accessible to most people. However, you have to incur the cost of equipment, hope for sunny days and watch for dangers on the road. Cycling can be a super part of your fitness routine, but it shouldn’t be the only exercise you do....