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It is ok to workout one body part a day. Image Credit: nd3000/iStock/GettyImages It’s completely acceptable to work out one body part each day. In fact, most fitness professionals will tell you not to work the same muscle group on consecutive days, particularly when it comes to strength training. Advertisement Your muscles need time to recover, so working one body part a day falls within this guideline. You should, however, realize that it's next to impossible to work the back or chest without working the arms or the quads and hams without working the glutes and calves....

Swapping in yogurt and fruit instead of a higher-calorie snack like chips can help you lose weight. Image Credit: Kaycco/iStock/Getty Images When life’s stresses get in the way, it’s easy to reach for a bag of chips or a chocolate chip cookie. But that quick snack may end up skyrocketing your calorie count for the day. Advertisement Rather than succumbing to stress eating and thwarting your weight-loss efforts, reach for one of these healthy, 100-calorie snacks when your stomach rumbles....

Milk is carbohydrate rich and should be consumed in moderation on low-carb diets. Image Credit: SarapulSar38/iStock/GettyImages The Dietary Guidelines for Americans considers milk products to be an important part of a healthy diet. However, many milk products are considered to be very rich in carbohydrates, particularly for people following ketogenic and other low-carb diets. Although such diets don’t have to be dairy free, few milk products are compatible with them as they tend to strictly limit carbohydrates....

Brush up on when and how to wash your hands to avoid getting sick. Image Credit: gpointstudio/iStock/GettyImages Raise your hand if you get lazy with post-bathroom hygiene (pun intended). Hand-washing is a non-negotiable 20-second part of your bathroom break — yes, a full 20 seconds — that helps protect you from germs and bacteria. Advertisement Proper hand-washing is an art, and you may be making some common mistakes that are putting you at higher risk of getting sick....

A small banana smoothie. Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Gastroparesis, a condition in which the stomach digests food too slowly or not at all, can develop as a side effect of diabetes, digestive surgery, cancer treatments, eating disorders, endocrine or neurological problems or certain medications. If you have gastroparesis, your doctor will place you on a diet that doesn’t strain your digestive system. Smoothies can play a part in this diet, but they may not be appropriate for all gastroparesis patients or for all stages of your recovery....

Somniphobia means you're scared to sleep, and it can be caused by a host of different things. Image Credit: Tero Vesalainen/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Definition Symptoms Causes Management When you were little, you might've been afraid to drift off to dreamland, worried about a monster under your bed. As adults, most of us outgrow this nighttime fear. Advertisement But for people with somniphobia, falling sleep still triggers terror. Sometimes referred to as "sleep dread," somniphobia is a specific type of anxiety or fear related to sleep that typically increases as bedtime approaches, says sleep expert Wendy Troxel, PhD, a senior behavioral and social scientist at the RAND Corporation and author of ​​Sharing the Covers: Every Couple's Guide to Better Sleep​​....

Red grapefruit on a table. Image Credit: homydesign/iStock/Getty Images If you take statins to improve your blood cholesterol levels, some supplements may interfere with the effectiveness of statins or increase your risk of side effects, some potentially life-threatening. Supplements to avoid when taking statins include antioxidants, red yeast rice and grapefruit seed extract. Talk to your doctor before taking statins in combination with any kind of supplement or medication. Advertisement Benefits of Statins Statins, generally well-tolerated by most users, provide the most effective remedy for reducing low-density lipoprotein – LDL or “bad” cholesterol....

The treadmill doesn't have to be a monotonous workout. Image Credit: Courtesy of Mile High Run Club The treadmill has a reputation for being boring (hence the nickname “dreadmill”). But treadmill workout classes are here to help remedy that. Once you experience one for yourself, you’ll see that this group fitness activity is decidedly more fun and interesting than a standard jog at the gym. Advertisement You'll walk, jog or run alongside people of all fitness levels — something that's tougher to do outdoors — and many classes incorporate upbeat music, mood lighting and motivating coaches....

Neufchâtel cheese is higher in protein and lower in fat and calories than cream cheese. Image Credit: LauriPatterson/iStock/GettyImages If you’re trying to lose weight, rest assured, you can keep your beloved cheese on the menu. Cheese often gets a bad rap because it’s high in fat, calories and sodium — and yes, it can be — but there are healthier cheeses to choose from. Advertisement In general, cheese provides protein, calcium, vitamin D and B12, and there are types of the gooey stuff that are lower in calories and fat — making them perfect for your weight-loss journey....

Image Credit: DejanKolar/iStock/Getty Images Constipation is an unpleasant but common affliction that can affect anyone, at any age. If you aren't experiencing regular bowel movements, or if you're not able to entirely empty your bowel, you may have constipation. In some cases, constipation lasts only for a short time, but in other cases, long-term or chronic constipation can cause pain. Eating a diet high in dietary fiber, found commonly in whole grains, fruits and vegetables, can help reduce your risk of developing constipation....

Plain, uncooked calamari is low in calories and fat. Image Credit: Milkos/iStock/GettyImages You may enjoy the fried calamari served at your favorite Italian restaurant, but you’ll miss out on some of the calamari benefits if it’s breaded and fried. Like other types of seafood, calamari is low in calories and high in protein and a healthy addition to any diet. Advertisement Read more: The 9 Safest Seafood Options Video of the Day What Is Calamari?...

Your summer workout playlist can impact your motivation and performance. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages If you’ve had the same workout playlist in rotation long enough to have the exact order memorized (along with memorizing all the words and guitar solos), summer is the perfect time to mix up your workout with a set of new tunes. It may seem a bit trivial, but the right selection of tunes can help you get the most out of your workout....

The Mayo Clinic characterizes thin, fragile skin as skin that easily tears or breaks. It’s a common problem in older adults. As you advance in years, the layers of your skin simply thin and become more fragile. However, there are a number of other factors affecting the skin’s thickness. Even disorders and medications can contribute to a thinning of the skin. Age The most frequent cause of thin, fragile skin is aging....

A bowl of spaghetti with red peppers and herbs. Image Credit: DAJ/amana images/Getty Images Thanks to its affordability and versatility in the kitchen, pasta makes up a staple in the average American diet. In fact, the average American consumes 20 pounds of it annually, according to North Dakota State University. Pasta provides you with energy, as well as essential nutrients in the form of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Pair your pasta with healthful ingredients to prepare nutrient-packed meals....

A wedge of swiss cheese on a cutting board. Image Credit: Olha_Afanasieva/iStock/Getty Images A good source of protein and bone-building calcium, cheese can certainly have a place in a well-balanced diet. Moderation is key, however, because cheese also contains cholesterol and saturated fat, both of which can raise your blood cholesterol levels. Learn the cholesterol content of various cheeses to help you stick to the daily 300-milligram limit recommended for healthy adults or the 200-milligram limit for those following a low-cholesterol diet....

While the FDA asserts that Red 40 is safe to eat, other organizations such as the CSPI disagree. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages While some people are skeptical of food dyes, specifically Red No. 40, formally known as Allura Red AC, the FDA deems the additive to be safe and regulates its use in food. Advertisement Still, other organizations, including the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) consider Red Dye 40 potentially harmful (particularly to children)....

Apples and apple juice on a table. Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Taste, nutrition and personal preference are the three main considerations for deciding whether or not to skin your apples. Juices made from skinned apples typically contain fewer amounts of vitamin C and dietary fiber, two essential parts of a balanced diet. Health benefits aside, skinning your apples before juicing may provide a sweeter, crisper taste for your juice. Advertisement Apple Juicing Of the hundreds of varieties of apples available on the market, Red Delicious, Honey Crisp, Gala, Fuji and Rome apples are commonly chosen for juicing because of their rich, tart flavors....

A disc of Amazing Grass SuperFoods sits on a white counter. Image Credit: baibaz/iStock/Getty Images No single mix or supplement is going to help you lose weight – only eating fewer calories than you burn helps you do that. Amazing Grass SuperFoods, a line of powdered mixes made from a variety of fruits, vegetables and herbs, are high in nutrients and low in calories. They may not contain any magical ingredients that are going to burn the fat away, but they can be incorporated into a healthy weight-loss plan....

Green vegetables are rich in vitamin K2, whcih helps prevent arterial calsum buildup. Calcium begins to accumulate teen males' arteries but women typically do not get the calcium buildup until after menopause because estrogen protects women. Older people who develop significant osteoporosis have the greatest arterial calcification, a fact that suggests that calcium that should remain in bones winds up in arteries. A decline in estrogen is a major player, as are a lack of exercise, stress, smoking, poor dietary habits and a deficiency of vitamins D3 and K2....

Stop foot pain with these seven easy exercises. Image Credit: Rayme Silverberg/LIVESTRONG.COM Foot strength and mobility is a crucial yet often-neglected component of a runner’s strength and recovery regimen. The foot absorbs shock as you run (or do a lot of other workouts), functioning as a rigid surface for the push-off. Advertisement As a result, that first moment of impact becomes the most important moment, says physical therapist Lauren Loberg, a board-certified clinical orthopedic specialist with TRIA Orthopaedic Center....