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People with diabetes should test their non-fasting glucose levels regularly. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages Non-fasting glucose levels can be a key measurement of any person’s health, and regular blood sugar testing is an especially critical part of any diabetes care plan. Advertisement Here's what you should know about non-fasting blood work, including normal blood glucose levels. Video of the Day Glucose 101 Blood sugar, or glucose, is one of the body’s primary sources of fuel, which it mainly gets by metabolizing the carbohydrates in food....

Olive oil is a healthy oil for cooking and baking. Image Credit: Inácio Pires/Hemera/Getty Images Supermarket shelves overflow with oils of all types – the standard olive and canola oils, nut oils such as walnut and peanut oils, and tropical oils including palm and coconut varieties. One oil that nutrition professionals praise for its healthful properties is olive oil, which is particularly rich in heart-protective monounsaturated fats. Advertisement Fat Composition While olive oil contains 13....

The Oscar-winning actress also has a winning get-fit strategy. Image Credit: Dan MacMedan/Getty Images Entertainment/GettyImages Olivia Colman looked absolutely radiant as she took to the stage to pick up her Oscar for Best Actress at the 91st Academy Awards, and that’s because she’s learned how to look after herself. Advertisement Teaming her pixie haircut and natural makeup with a bespoke Prada gown, the British actress stole the show looking enviable effortless and healthy....

Outdoor activity is great for many reasons. Image Credit: Kerkez/iStock/GettyImages Outdoor recreation is enjoyable for men, women and children of all ages. Performing physical exercise while outdoors provides a way to get outside and enjoy your natural surroundings. Aside from breathing fresh air and discovering nature’s many wonders, the outdoors provides various activities to keep you wanting to go back outside for more. Advertisement The advantages of outdoor activities are endless and will help keep you and your family physically and mentally healthy....

Make sure your treadmill belt is long enough -- or face the consequences. Determining the right treadmill size depends primarily on two things: your size and how you intend to use the machine. The belt and the motor are the most crucial components to correctly size, but other elements with proper sizing can increase your machine's efficiency. Advertisement Belt Size You can find belts from 13 to 22 inches wide and 40 to 60 inches long....

Eating less meat and adopting a plant-based diet is not only beneficial for your health, but also for the environment. Image Credit: Sarsmis/iStock/GettyImages Terms such as “reducetarian” and “flexitarian” are cropping up everywhere. Advertisement And with plant-based products flooding grocery store shelves, swapping meat for more fruits, veggies, grains, beans, nuts and seeds has never been more easy or popular. Video of the Day Plus, there's never been a better time to do it: The amount of meat we're eating in the U....

A salt water flush can lead to complications like dehydration or electrolyte imbalances. Image Credit: elenaleonova/iStock/GettyImages In This Article What It Is Side Effects Alternatives Salt water flushes — also called cleanses or purges — have been touted in the health and wellness world as a way to lose weight, cleanse the colon and alleviate constipation. Advertisement But do salt water cleanses really work and, more importantly, is a salt water flush safe?...

Woman's feet walking on treadmill Image Credit: YanLev/iStock/Getty Images Shin splints are a common injury that can happen with any activity including running, playing sports, walking, dancing and taking aerobics classes. Shin splints that are not properly treated can turn into a more serious condition or they can become chronic. If you have developed shin splints while walking, first talk to your doctor who can recommend the right treatment approach....

Craving sugar means your body needs certain minerals that are involved in the metabolism of glucose or the production of insulin. Image Credit: Rawf8/iStock/GettyImages Craving sugar means your body needs certain minerals that are involved in the metabolism of glucose or the production of insulin. You can still avoid sugar by eating the foods that supply the minerals you need. Advertisement Certain trace minerals, such as zinc, magnesium, vanadium and chromium are important for your body and various metabolic processes....

Pomegranate allergies are rare, but there's a chance they can cause serious symptoms. Image Credit: anandaBGD/iStock/GettyImages Like other dark-colored fruits, pomegranates are packed with antioxidants and other good-for-you nutrients. But while they’re normally a healthy choice for most people, some people are allergic to pomegranates and should avoid eating them. Advertisement Here's what to know about pomegranate allergies, including their symptoms and which family of allergies they fall into. Video of the Day Pomegranate Allergy Symptoms Allergies to pomegranates are rare....

To play your best game of tennis, you need to find a good pair of tennis shoes for women. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How We Chose Best Overall Best Budget Best for Comfort Best for Wide Feet Best for Narrow Feet Best for Stability Best for Hard Courts Best for Clay Courts Best Hybrid Best for Beginners Shopping Tips We make deliberate choices about the language we use when it comes to gender....

Pre-made breakfasts can help you save time on busy mornings — and you don't have to compromise nutrition. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative In This Article What to Look For What to Watch Out For Our Picks In an ideal world, we'd all have slow and easy mornings with plenty of time to make a fresh and filling breakfast. But the reality is, many of us are busy and looking for something quick to eat before we head out the door (or settle in to work from home)....

Taking melatonin can be helpful with short-term sleep issues (think: jet lag) but isn't recommended for routine, daily use. Image Credit: Tetra Images/Tetra images/GettyImages Melatonin supplements are all-natural, not physically addictive and unlikely to cause significant side effects. With a track record like that, popping a pill or gummy each night as part of your bedtime routine might seem like a good idea. But before you do, there are some things you should know....

Being overweight makes your heart work harder. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Your heart is essentially a pump, designed to circulate blood throughout your body. Your bloodstream carries nutrients and oxygen to cells throughout your body, and carries away carbon dioxide and other byproducts of cellular metabolism. Advertisement Many things can interfere with your heart's ability to pump efficiently, including excess, unhealthy body weight. Video of the Day Tip Being overweight can affect the ability of your heart to pump efficiently....

With a little know-how, you can keep bananas from turning brown and increase their shelf life. Have you just bought a bunch of bananas and want to make sure they'll stay fresh? With a little know-how, you can keep bananas from turning brown and increase their shelf life. Simple tricks, such as using a light coating and wrapping your fruits in plastic or paper, can help prevent oxidation. Advertisement Why Do Bananas Go Brown?...

A broth-based soup filled with lean chicken and vegetables makes a healthy addition to any balanced diet plan. Image Credit: Igor Ploskin/iStock/GettyImages A broth-based soup filled with lean chicken and vegetables makes a healthy addition to any balanced diet plan, including one focused on weight loss. However, following a vegetable chicken soup diet that limits your intake to only soup may not be the solution to your weight woes. Advertisement The Allure of Fad Diets Weight loss is a billion dollar industry....

Studies show that people with low levels of vitamin D may have a higher risk for depression — but that doesn't mean that taking a supplement can help treat the condition. Image Credit: solidcolours/iStock/GettyImages The “sunshine vitamin” is best known for supporting bone health, but studies show that there’s an association between depression and vitamin D deficiency. Advertisement But that's not to say that not getting enough vitamin D causes depression — or that popping a supplement can treat the condition....

Meat is one of the food sources of cholesterol. Image Credit: gerenme/iStock/GettyImages Some cholesterol is bad, some is good. Too much of one type can cause heart disease, but too little of another kind can also raise heart disease risk. And what about triglycerides? Bottom line? Cholesterol can be confusing. Let’s look at what cholesterol does and why it can be harmful or helpful. Advertisement What Exactly Is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of fat found in the body....

Many foods are rich sources of vitamin E, especially vegetable oils. Image Credit: AlexPro9500/iStock/GettyImages Although a well-balanced diet will provide sufficient amounts of vitamin E to keep you healthy, certain conditions may make it necessary for you to take a supplement. Since vitamin E is stored in your body, it can accumulate over time. If you ingest amounts exceeding the recommended dose, you risk toxicity, so it’s important to be aware of the best ways to safely and effectively take vitamin E supplements....

While it shouldn't fall solely on Black women to fight for better care, there are important steps to take to advocate for yourself. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative The COVID-19 pandemic is holding up a magnifying glass to longstanding racial inequities in American health care. Advertisement Black, Latinx and Native American people have been hospitalized for COVID-19-related reasons at around five times the rate of white people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....