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Even high amounts of vitamin B12 aren't typically dangerous. Image Credit: Hoxton/Sam Edwards/Hoxton/GettyImages Multivitamin supplements are hugely popular, with more than 50 percent of adults reporting that they take them daily, according to a 2017 Council for Responsible Nutrition survey. As the name implies, the recommended daily dosage for One A Day multivitamin supplements is one per day. Advertisement Taking two One A Day vitamins at a time doesn't pose any health risks, but it probably doesn't offer any benefits either....

Cocoa powder naturally contains a substantial amount of caffeine. Image Credit: Anna Quaglia/iStock/Getty Images When you’re enjoying a cup of steaming hot cocoa on a chilly day, you may not be concerned about the amount of caffeine in cocoa powder. If you’re watching your daily caffeine intake, however, add cocoa to the wide-ranging list of foods that contain some amount of this aromatic, flavorful stimulant. Advertisement Tip Cocoa powder naturally contains a substantial amount of caffeine....

Tuna is good for weight loss. Image Credit: Eugene03/iStock/GettyImages Tuna boasts a reputation as a health food, and for good reason; it’s loaded with essential nutrients that boost your overall health and well-being. It’s also good for weight loss, thanks to its high protein content and relatively low calorie count. Serve your tuna with low-cal and low-fat mix-ins to promote weight loss, and choose low-mercury varieties of tuna as your healthiest option....

A close-up of Marsala chicken. Image Credit: MackoFlower/iStock/Getty Images People who for religious or health reasons need to avoid alcohol often have concerns about hidden alcohol in foods. No foods naturally contain alcohol – except alcohol – but some foods have alcohol added, although the amounts are usually very small. While it was once thought that all the alcohol added to dishes burned off in the cooking process, since alcohol evaporates at 172 F, research by the United States Department of Agriculture found that foods do retain alcohol after most cooking processes....

Eggs are filled with a lot of vitamins and minerals. Image Credit: © eleonora galli/Moment/GettyImages With over a dozen different vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, eggs are among the most nutritious foods you can consume. You can obtain all of these nutritional benefits by eating your eggs as a food or, alternatively, even drinking eggs. Advertisement Tip Raw eggs can be healthy, but cooked eggs are even healthier. Heating your eggs makes it easier for your body to absorb nutrients....

Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Image Credit: Kentaroo Tryman/Maskot/GettyImages When done correctly, a magnesium citrate cleanse can have several benefits. However, the cleanse can be uncomfortable and even dangerous in some situations. Be sure to learn how to use this supplement correctly before ingesting it. Advertisement What is Magnesium Citrate? Magnesium citrate is a form of magnesium that acts as a laxative. According to MedlinePlus from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, magnesium citrate is used for occasional constipation and bowel cleanses before medical procedures, such as colonoscopies....

While chocolate has some health benefits, these alleged advantages may come at a price. Image Credit: jenifoto/iStock/GettyImages Known for its delicious taste, chocolate is loved by many. In 2015, worldwide chocolate sales exceeded 100 billion dollars. And while chocolate has some health benefits, these alleged advantages may come at a price. The author of a January 2015 review in Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management noted several negative health effects of chocolate consumption....

Gulab jamun is a type of dessert that originated in the Indian subcontinent. Image Credit: lozima limboo/iStock/GettyImages Gulab jamun is a type of dessert that originated in the Indian subcontinent. Here’s what you need to know about gulab jamun in terms of its nutrition information. If you’re wondering whether gulab jamun has any health benefits, don’t hold your breath. Advertisement Read more: 10 Desserts That Won't Derail Your Diet Video of the Day What Is Gulab Jamun, Exactly?...

A close-up of banana chips in a bowl. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images With a per capita consumption rate that exceeds that of apples and grapes combined, bananas have long been America’s favorite fruit. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that since about 1990, the average American has consumed close to 25 pounds of bananas a year. It’s not surprising that this tropical import has an edge over locally grown fruit – bananas are relatively inexpensive, widely available, super sweet and easy to eat on the go....

Peanut butter and a bag spilling peanuts Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Peanut butter is made by grinding roasted peanuts into a paste. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, or NDDIC, reports that foods comprised mainly of fat and protein – including peanut butter – are not likely to cause flatulence. Other nutrients in in the peanut butter, however, such as fiber and carbohydrates, are a trigger for gas. Peanuts also are among the eight foods most often to cause allergy, and flatulence is a mild symptom of a food allergy and intolerance....

Taking pills for that stimulate the appetite Image Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Blend Images/Getty Images Your lifestyle, certain medications and illness can squash your appetite, leading to possible unintentional weight loss that endangers your health. If you are too thin and have a body mass index of less than 18.5, this can compromise your immunity, energy, hormonal function and bone health. You know eating more would get you back to a healthy weight, but you feel full after only a few bites....

Image Credit: canyonos/iStock/GettyImages Psyllium, made from the husks of Plantago plant seeds, has become popular in recent years because of its various nutritional and medical benefits. It can be found in a variety of high-fiber products, including breakfast cereals and is often used in gluten-free baking. It's possible to be allergic to psyllium. If you're interested in trying alternatives, psyllium substitutes include arrowroot, cornstarch, flaxseed and prunes, among others. Advertisement Read More: The 10 Best Supplements Video of the Day Uses of Psyllium Psyllium is typically sold as powder that you can easily integrate into food products....

BIPOC are most at risk for disease, partly because of racism in health care and nutrition. Image Credit: LumiNola/E+/GettyImages Implicit bias in nutrition is learned. Advertisement As dietitians, we learn the leading causes of death and are told that minorities are most at risk for disease burden and death. But there isn't much education and discussion around racism as the underlying condition and as a barrier to health. Video of the Day In order to unlearn this bias, we need to first examine what health really is and ask the question, What does any person require throughout their life to maintain good health?...

A lemon-water mixture is all you consume while you're on the cleanse. Image Credit: ansonmiao/E+/GettyImages Technically, you aren’t supposed to eat at all during the core fasting portion of the Master Cleanse diet. However, the creator of the diet issued a set of guidelines for careful eating to help you “ease in” to the fasting stretch and then “ease out” at the end. Advertisement Tip If you are determined to do the Master Cleanse or any other "juice detox diet," speak to a physician first about which diet will be best for your body....

Weak glutes don't just mean a less perky backside. They can cause hip and knee pain, too. Image Credit: Khosrork/iStock/GettyImages It’s easy to tell when certain muscles, like the ones in your arms, are weak: You can’t pick up a heavy box in the attic or hoist your suitcase into the overhead compartment on a plane. But it’s a little less clear how to tell when your glutes are weak. The signs are there; you just have to know what to look for....

Eye infections may result in redness and irritation. Image Credit: MaxRiesgo/iStock/Getty Images Eye infections may occur on the front surface of your eye or the tissues inside your eye. Pink eye is one of the most common eye infections. This infection involves the thin tissue that covers the white of your eye. Your doctor may have you begin eye drops or other treatments for an infection. Some people prefer to use alternative treatments such as sodium bicarbonate for treatment, but this compound will not provide a remedy for an infection....

Two older women are sitting at a dinner table. Image Credit: Thinkstock Images/Stockbyte/Getty Images As you age, your metabolism slows so that you need fewer calories than you did when you were younger. Each decade after age 20, your daily energy needs may decrease by as much as 150 calories, according to the American Council on Exercise. For optimal nutrition, get your calories from healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts, reduced-fat dairy and whole-grain bread....

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Find your best workout jumpsuit with expert guidance. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative In This Article How We Chose Best for Pilates Best for Running Best for Yoga Best for Strength Training Best for Cold Weather Best for Layering What to Look for Thanks to the workout jumpsuit, getting ready for your gym session, yoga class or post-workout brunch has never been easier. And considering these stretchy onesies are both comfortable and cute, it's no shock they're all the rage....

1 of 16 Overview Can you really get a good workout in if you've got less than 10 minutes to spare? You bet! Toss that "I've got NO time to work out" excuse out the window and try this no-equipment, total-body cardio-sculpting routine for an efficient and effective session you can do anytime, anywhere. Do each exercise shown for 30 seconds, back-to-back (no rest in between) to keep your heart rate up and burn more calories in much less time....