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Improper head position while deadlifting can cause neck pain after exercise. Image Credit: FluxFactory/E+/GettyImages For some people, exercise is a real pain — not only because it’s something you know you have to do for good health when you’d rather be doing something else, but also because it can cause aches and pains after your workout. Usually, these pains are due to delayed-onset muscle soreness, which almost all fitness enthusiasts experience at some point....

Nicotine chewing gum on a table. Image Credit: stephenallen75/iStock/Getty Images Many people are aware of the slimming effects of cigarettes. This is most evident in the weight gain so often seen in people who give up smoking. But the weight-control aspects of smoking leave many people wondering about the benefits of using nicotine gum as a less-damaging approach to dropping some pounds. Before attempting this, though, it’s important to understand the ramifications of using any nicotine product....

Flounder, here fried in a skillet, is a low-fat fish with high water content. Image Credit: NRuedisueli/iStock/GettyImages Flounder are large, flat fish found on the bottom of saltwater locations around the United States. A type of white fish, it contains very little fat and no carbohydrates. Instead, flounder is relatively protein-rich and contains some beneficial minerals. Advertisement Though an 8-ounce serving of fish is a fairly large portion, this amount provides rather low levels of nutrition....

Walking briskly causes your feet to fall in a straight line. Image Credit: mladensky/iStock/Getty Images When it comes to foot placement, your hips and your vision play an influential role in where your foot lands. Because walking is a repetitive activity that puts stress on the joints in your feet and legs, proper form is essential for preventing injury. The way your foot strikes the ground is also important; it determines how the rest of your leg absorbs the shock of impact....

Always check the nutrition facts panel for serving size, calories, macronutrients, fiber and added sugars. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative No matter what the colorful front of a packaged food promises — “gluten-free!” “all-natural!” “farm fresh!” — you’ll only truly know if it’s a good option once you turn it over to reveal the nutrition facts label. Advertisement But a lot of information gets packed into that tiny rectangle. So which parts of the label should be top priority?...

Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages Not all seizures look the same — there are many possible symptoms beyond convulsions. Some seizures have stroke-like symptoms, such as tingling and confusion. Most seizures...... is transient and its aftereffects are generally temporary, whereas the effects of a stroke are long-lasting or permanent. Advertisement According to the National Library of Medicine, seizures fall into two main categories: focal seizures and generalized seizures. Focal seizures occur in one side of the brain, whereas generalized seizures originate in both sides of the brain....

The protein in eggs and milk contains amino acids, the building blocks of strong muscles. Image Credit: MajaMitrovic/E+/GettyImages Rocky Balboa has some of the most infamous workout scenes in the history of cinema: He chases chickens, punches frozen meat and runs through knee-high snow. In one of the movies, he wakes up before sunrise, sleepily cracks raw eggs into a glass and drinks them. Advertisement It might look cool, but raw eggs can make you sick....

references Harvard Health Publishing: "B Vitamins" U.S. National Library of Medicine: "B vitamins" Sprinkle these best nutritional yeast products on anything for a cheesy flavor and boost of protein and B vitamins. Image Credit: Bragg Live Food Products/Facebook Image Credit: Bragg Live Food Products/Facebook Visit Page https://amzn.to Sprinkle nooch in homemade bread for a cheesy flavor — just know that it won't make your bread rise as the yeast is deactivated....

references CDC: "Estimates of Diabetes and Its Burden in the United States" National Institutes of Health: "Poor immune response impairs diabetic wound healing" BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care: "Effects of the low carbohydrate, high fat diet on glycemic control and body weight in patients with type 2 diabetes: experience from a community-based cohort" Scientific Reports: "Probiotics have beneficial metabolic effects in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials" Is this an emergency?...

Some cereals may contain refined grains and artificial dyes. Image Credit: d3sign/Moment/GettyImages The rise in plant-based eating and purchase of plant-based foods were top trends throughout the year and their popularity is predicted to continue growing. But there’s an important caveat for health-conscious consumers: “Plant-based” doesn’t automatically mean “healthy.” Advertisement Plant-based foods can include whole, unprocessed foods, packaged foods with single ingredients or highly processed products stripped of nutrients and loaded with unwanted additives....

Want abs like these? Image Credit: nd3000/iStock/Getty Images Men tend to want a stronger, more chiseled set of abs. In order to achieve this look, men should use some form of resistance to maximally stimulate their abdominal muscles, whether that be from a cable machine, dumbbell, or kettlebell. Advertisement If you spend time in the gym working your lower body and upper body muscles with weight, why not use weight for your ab exercises as well?...

Older adults can use resistance bands to strength train without adding pressure to their joints. Image Credit: The Good Brigade/Photodisc/GettyImages In This Article Best Resistance Band Exercises Exercise in Your 50s Exercise in Your 60s Exercise in Your 70s and Beyond If you're over 50, strength training may not always include hitting the weight room, especially if you're dealing with back pain and achy joints. But you can still get a great workout and build stronger muscles using resistance bands, without putting additional strain on your joints....

Watch out for protein powders that are higher in calories. Image Credit: deymos/iStock/Getty Images What you do outside of the gym is just as important as what you do when you’re working out. If your diet is off, you may notice slower gains. But before you run to the nearest supplement store for a boost, there are some disadvantages of supplements for bodybuilding that you need to know. Advertisement Tip Safety concerns and lack of nutrients are two of the disadvantages of protein supplements....

Using a medicine ball for your ab workout will test your core strength and stability. Image Credit: Eva-Katalin/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve been longing to refresh your at-home workouts with new fitness equipment, look no further than a medicine ball, or any ball, for that matter. Whether you have a soccer ball, volleyball or basketball on hand, this 20-minute ab workout will put the fun back into training your core. Advertisement Honing in on your core is important for improving your balance and stability so you can do everyday activities, such as lifting heavy objects off the ground and opening doors, easily....

Running a 5k requires training. Image Credit: microgen/iStock/GettyImages Running a 5K — 3.1 miles — can be a fun and rewarding experience, especially if it’s your first time. But, even though this is the shortest distance for running races, it still requires adequate training and preparation. Depending on your level of fitness and your goal, the type of training plan you follow will vary. Advertisement 5K Races for Beginners In virtually any town or city across the United States, you are likely to find a number of 5K races throughout the year....

Wasabi peas are salty, spicy and a tasty addition to trail mix, soups and salads. Image Credit: Amarita/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Nutrition Facts Health Benefits Health Risks Recipe/Storage Tips Alternatives Wasabi peas are a crunchy snack made with dehydrated peas and wasabi seasoning. A popular snack in Japan, they are salty, spicy and bursting with bold flavor. Advertisement In addition to their unique flavor, wasabi peas have certain nutritional benefits that make them a reasonably healthy snack — especially compared to many other salty, crunchy choices....

Certain foods — like yogurt — contain probiotics, which come with benefits like better digestion. Image Credit: belchonock/iStock/GettyImages In This Article What Are Probiotics? Benefits of Probiotics Probiotic Foods Do I Need Probiotics? Probiotics After Antibiotics Gut health is buzzy (who would have thought?), and probiotics, while certainly a big part of an optimal microbiome, seem to be added to everything lately. But what exactly are probiotics, and are they actually as important as everyone makes them out to be?...

Oranges grow on a tree. Citrus fruits are full of vitamin C, fiber and important minerals. Oranges have the highest amount, but you can get plenty of the vitamin by eat citrus wedges or drinking juice made with grapefruit, lemons or limes. You also can sneak citrus flavors and beneficial vitamin C into your cooking by squeezing a little lime on your chicken or adding a touch of lemon zest to grilled salmon....

Two overweight children are watching the TV. Image Credit: Digital Vision./Photodisc/Getty Images Many children today live at an unhealthy weight. More than 12 percent of children aged 2 to 5 years have obesity, as are 17 percent of children aged 6 to 19, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Obesity increases a child’s risk of emotional and physical health problems. Understanding your child’s BMI can help prevent her from encountering health disorders....

As with any kind of race, swim times vary according to age and ability — but the average 100-meter time is around 2 minutes. Image Credit: Halfpoint Images/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Average Time World Records Factors Affecting Your Time Compared to other pool races, a 100-meter swim isn't a particularly long distance. But swimming any distance as fast as you possibly can is certainly no small accomplishment. Advertisement Looking to see how your 100-meter swim time stacks up against others?...