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Follow these tips for better live-streaming workouts. Image Credit: DaniloAndjus/E+/GettyImages When you’re stuck at home and out of at-home workout ideas, live-streaming training sessions or virtual group classes are a great way to get your heart pumping with a new workout. Advertisement But even a live session with your favorite trainer becomes burdensome when you're constantly squinting at your cell phone screen or craning your neck to see the next exercise....

A young woman making a salad in the kitchen. Image Credit: View Stock/View Stock/Getty Images Women require fewer calories than men, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005 report. When an aggressive weight loss plan is in order, choosing a 1,000-calorie-per-day program can help you lose weight quickly and efficiently. Because this dieting approach is relatively low in calories, you should consult your doctor prior to starting this type of eating plan to be sure that it’s a good choice for you....

Green plantains on a wooden table. Image Credit: bonchan/iStock/Getty Images Plantains, known as the cooking bananas, are a good source of potassium and vitamins C, B-6 and A, but they also have disadvantages. Though plantains are a type of banana, the American Diabetes Association considers them starchy vegetables that must be added into your mealtime carb count. Some typical cooking methods for plantains also render them a relatively high-fat food....

Health benefits of sage tea might include improved cognition, and the relief of hot flashes. Image Credit: jirkaejc/iStock/GettyImages Sage tea may have an array of health benefits, but its efficacy for treating any specific condition is unproven. Preliminary research is all we have. However, studies show that sage tea holds promise for improving cognition, relieving hot flashes and other potentially useful applications. Advertisement Tip Health benefits of sage tea might include improved cognition, and the relief of hot flashes....

A man is deadlifting in a gym. Image Credit: Ibrakovic/iStock/Getty Images Many fitness professionals praise the deadlift as one of the best all-around strength-training exercises a person can do. It is a multijoint strength exercise that ignites the endocrine system and develops hip drive. Unfortunately, some individuals experience hip pain either during the exercise or shortly afterward. Although you may have to take a break, it doesn’t mean you have to abandon deadlifting....

Physical activity plays a pivotal role in maintaining and building lean mass. Image Credit: Blend Images - JGI/Jamie Grill/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images Fat-free mass, also known as lean body mass, refers to all of your body components except fat. It includes your body’s water, bone, organs and muscle content. However, when it comes to weight management and body composition, fat-free mass refers primarily to muscle mass. Because many Americans live with overweight or obesity, increasing lean mass and reducing body fat plays a pivotal role in improving your health and well being....

Cooking more regularly at home and staying active are two ways to help slow immunosenescence. Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/GettyImages Every cold and flu season, and especially now during the novel coronavirus outbreak, we’re reminded that older adults tend to be hit harder by viral infections and other illnesses. That’s mostly because, as we age, our immune systems start to weaken. Advertisement This gradual decline in immunity, known as immunosenescence, is one reason why older adults are at increased risk of health issues — from chronic diseases (such as heart disease and cancer) to dangerous complications (such as pneumonia) from illnesses like COVID-19....

Different cooking oils have varying purposes in your kitchen. Image Credit: d3sign/Moment/GettyImages As you might guess by the names, the most obvious difference between olive and sunflower oil is the source. Olive oil is derived from pressing olives, while sunflower oil comes from sunflower seeds. Advertisement But while each type of oil is plant-based and their calories are similar — about 120 calories per tablespoon, according to LIVESTRONG.com's MyPlate calorie tracking app — they do have several nutritional differences....

Black rice is very healthy. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages More than 50 percent of the world’s population relies on rice for over 20 percent of their daily calories, according to Ricepedia, a project of the global Research Program on Rice. But not all rice is created equal. The healthiest types of rice are unprocessed, such as brown, red and black rice. Advertisement Tip Whole-grain rice, such as brown and black rice, retains all its natural nutrients and is the healthiest choice....

Dietary needs change during each trimester. Image Credit: KrystynaTaran/iStock/Getty Images The notion of eating for two has undergone many changes in the recent years as medical researchers have become more aware of how foods affect unborn babies. Different vitamins and minerals are important at different times during pregnancy, changing along with recommended calorie intake. While healthy eating is critical during all stages of pregnancy, the importance of nutrition varies through each trimester....

Lactic acid is one of the reasons you experience a burning sensation in your muscles during exercise. Image Credit: Pekic/E+/GettyImages If you’re new to exercise or you’ve never felt a burning sensation in muscles during exercise, you might be wondering if what you’re experiencing is abnormal. The good news is there are several explanations that point to why this feeling may be a normal response to exercise. Advertisement Tip Lactic acid is one of the reasons you experience a burning sensation in your muscles during exercise....

Take your blood pressure at the right time for the most accurate results. Image Credit: Onfokus/E+/GettyImages If your doctor told you to monitor your blood pressure at home, it’s important to be sure you’re taking your blood pressure at the right time for the most accurate results. Blood pressure readings taken after eating may give you a temporary elevated reading. Advertisement ​Read more:​ 5 Apps to Monitor Your Blood Pressure When You Can't See Your Doc Regularly Video of the Day When to Take Your Blood Pressure According to the American Heart Association (AHA), you may need to monitor your blood pressure at home if you have high blood pressure (also called hypertension) or if your doctor wants to see a series of blood pressure readings over time to determine if you have hypertension....

Take steps to invest in bone health. Image Credit: AspenPhoto/iStock/GettyImages You’re never too young to invest in the health of your bones. That’s because healthy bones at an early age help prevent bone loss in old age. Nutrition and exercise can help prevent bone loss at any age. Advertisement According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), 50 percent of Americans over age 50 have weak bones, and 2 million of them suffer fractures each year....

Closeup of a teen riding a bicycle Image Credit: pojoslaw/iStock/Getty Images If you ever turn on the television or open a magazine, the ads you see may lead you to believe that perfect thighs are everywhere. In reality, however, even supermodels get some thigh-beautifying help from makeup artists and computer technology. Having a supermodel body type may or may not be in your genes, but strong and healthy thighs are possible for all kids who are committed to being fit....

Close up of individual washing hands in sink. Potassium permanganate is a potassium compound used for treating water supplies and aquariums to remove chlorine and to control for odor and taste. In high concentrations, potassium permanganate can cause staining of the skin and clothing. Stains are usually brownish or pink in color and can be difficult to remove. There are a few steps you can take in an attempt to remove these stains....

Image Credit: Saksoni/iStock/Getty Images The extra fat that hangs over your belt is not only uncomfortable, it's also unhealthy. There are a number of ways you can test your body fat to see where you stand, but some tests, such as bioelectric impedance and hydrostatic weighing, require special equipment. If you have a tape measure, you can use a test developed by the Navy that uses waist and neck measurements to assess your body fat....

Iceberg lettuce provides a variety of vitamins and minerals, and can help you manage a healthy weight. Image Credit: bdspn/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Nutrition Facts Health Benefits Health Risks Recipes Preparation and Helpful Tips Alternatives Iceberg lettuce is a favorite green for many people, and despite sometimes earning an undue reputation for being "devoid" of nutrients, it actually offers a wealth of health benefits. Not only does it contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals, but it can also help you stay hydrated and maintain or achieve a healthy weight....

Decaf coffee isn't bad for you, but there are some drawbacks to consider. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. In This Article Benefits Disadvantages Decaf vs. Regular Coffee Summary Pro-decaf folks swear by decaffeinated brew as a stellar substitute for regular joe. Same great taste minus the jitters and stomach issues, right? Advertisement But in order to strip caffeine from your cup, coffee beans need to undergo processing, often with potent, potentially dangerous chemicals....

A close-up of blueberry yogurt topped with whole blueberries in a glass. Image Credit: Nanisimova/iStock/Getty Images Muscles undergo stress and damage with intense workouts. Proper post-workout nutrition fosters the healing process of muscle fibers. Appropriate eating and timing of meals around workouts increases stamina and can help maximize your workout, according to MayoClinic.com. Yogurt’s nutrient content provides essential carbohydrates and proteins that the body can assimilate for muscle repair. Advertisement Effects Exercise uses carbohydrates for energy, and muscle carb depletion results from any form of exercise....

Turkey is a famous food with serotonin. Image Credit: LauriPatterson/E+/GettyImages Serotonin foods and tryptophan foods are more common in supermarkets than their rather complicated descriptions make them sound. From fish to fruit, there are plenty of ways to fortify your serotonin intake to help improve your mood and sleep cycles. Advertisement What Is Serotonin? Often referred to as the happiness hormone because of its important role in the regulation of mood, serotonin also regulates important body cycles such as appetite and sleep....