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A young girl is talking to a therapist. Image Credit: alexsokolov/iStock/Getty Images Oppositional defiance disorder, or ODD, is a mental condition that affects children and adults and which causes them to display patterns of defiance, hostility, anger and disobedience toward figures of authority, such as parents, teachers and law enforcement. The exact cause of ODD has yet to be clearly established; however, according to Pub Med Health, it appears as though ODD may result from biological, psychological and social factors....

Image Credit: Mladen Zivkovic/iStock/GettyImages Your competency as a personal trainer depends on your ability to design effective workout routines for your clients. The effectiveness of the workout routines that you design depends on your initial screening and physical assessment of your client. Advertisement During your initial assessment, you'll learn valuable information about your client's goals and fitness level. A proper screening also reveals information on health conditions or injuries that may affect your program design....

Image Credit: Antonio_Diaz/iStock/Getty Images Along with weight gain during pregnancy, swelling of your hands and feet -- enough to make getting your rings off and wearing certain shoes difficult -- commonly occurs. You might consider taking prescription diuretics or buying "natural" herbal diuretics in the health food store, but don't, at least not unless your physician tells you to. Diuretics won't help reduce the normal swelling or weight gain associated with pregnancy and may have harmful effects....

Instead of looking for the best rutin supplement, consider getting this important nutrient from food sources like figs. Image Credit: merc67/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Benefits Side Effects Dosage Foods Rutin is one of the many nutrients we get from fruits and veggies. More specifically, it's a phytonutrient, and this group of compounds has been linked to a host of health benefits. Advertisement Most people get enough rutin from their regular diet (as long as they eat a lot of colorful fruits and vegetables), but there are also dietary supplements widely available at retail stores and online....

The glute bridge is one of the best dynamic hip stretches for improving mobility and easing tightness. Image Credit: Alexander Labut/iStock/GettyImages Anyone that sits in a chair or desk throughout the day is no stranger to hip tightness. Even driving in the car for an hour or two can make these small muscles stiffen up. Advertisement Although it's not the only surefire cure to all your hip tension problems, dynamic stretching is one way you can help alleviate the ache....

references National Library of Medicine: "Humidifiers and Health" Mayo Clinic: "Warm-mist versus cool-mist humidifier: Which is better for a cold?" Environmental Protection Agency: "Mold Course Chapter 2: Why and Where Mold Grows" Cleveland Clinic: "How You Can Tell If You Need a Humidifier" Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911....

Walking is a low-impact activity that you can easily incorporate into your day. Image Credit: nd3000/iStock/GettyImages Taking control of your health could be as simple as walking 40 minutes a day. This type of aerobic exercise, performed consistently throughout the week, offers numerous benefits. Whether you’re looking for improved heart health, better sleep, a mood boost, weight loss or other health benefits, a daily walk could be the path to greater health....

Select the rim size that makes you comfortable. Image Credit: kzenon/iStock/Getty Images Deciding on a wheel size shouldn’t be confusing. Most road bikes have 700c wheels, while the smaller 650c wheels are more common on mountain bikes. Smaller-frame road bikes are often equipped with 650c wheels, but some manufacturers sell small-framed bikes with the larger wheels. And there may be some circumstances when you might want to put the 650c wheels on a larger-framed road bike....

Adding a dumbbell shoulder workout into your routine can help improve posture, mobility and overall strength. Image Credit: kali9/E+/GettyImages When you get ready to tackle an upper-body workout, oftentimes you might focus on your biceps and triceps. But you might just be missing the best part of upper-body day: shoulders! Advertisement Working your shoulders can improve your posture, mobility and overall upper-body stability and strength. Your shoulders are a big part of your ability to move through your day-to-day activities — like lifting and carrying groceries, boxes or even your kids and pets — and strengthening them will make those tasks so much easier....

Opt for nutrient-dense snacks, such as an apple and nut butter, which provides protein and filling fiber. Image Credit: Michelle Arnold / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Snacking has a bad reputation, conjuring up images of greasy potato chips and sugary cookies. But when you make smart, strategic food choices, snacking can be an integral part of a healthy diet plan. Advertisement Why We Love Snacking When you’re trying to shed pounds, you might try to white knuckle your way through the day without grabbing a snack to save calories....

The correct balance of vitamins is necessary for keeping the spleen working optimally. Image Credit: Fuse/Fuse/Getty Images The spleen is a spongy organ and is located under the rib cage and on the left side of the abdomen. It performs several important jobs such as preventing infection, destroying damaged blood cells and storing red blood cells and platelets. Certain vitamins play a role in keeping the spleen functioning properly. Advertisement Vitamin B-12 Vitamin B-12 can be found in fortified cereals....

Instant mashed potatoes have a lot of the similar nutritional benefits to regular mashed potatoes. Image Credit: Jacobo Zanella/Moment Open/GettyImages Instant mashed potatoes can have similar nutritional benefits to mashed potatoes. Mashed potato flakes are made from real potatoes. If you buy a quality box of instant mashed potatoes, the taste should be similar to that produced from the real thing. Advertisement Tip Instant mashed potatoes can provide a healthy starch for your meal, as long as you check the label for sodium and other unhealthy additives....

Squid ink is a black, liquid pigment produced by cephalopods, marine animals, which include octopus, cuttlefish, and squid. Image Credit: “““Laniak, Malgorzata””"/Foodcollection/GettyImages A platter of deep-fried calamari with lemon wedges and side sauce is a popular restaurant dish, but it’s not particularly healthy. However, there are many benefits to squid ink, produced from the same source. Used by chefs to flavor food, squid ink is rich in iron, antioxidants and other nutrients....

Artichoke tea is made with teabags or by steeping artichokes or their leaves in hot water. Image Credit: denizunlusu/iStock/GettyImages Artichokes are a foodie favorite frequently featured on Mediterranean menus and tasty tapas platters. But there’s a new kid on the block — artichoke tea — and advocates claim artichoke tea benefits weight loss and other health conditions. So what’s the deal with this new brew? Advertisement ​Read more:​ 6 Teas to Stock Up On and Their Health Benefits Video of the Day Health Benefits of Artichoke Actually, artichoke tea isn’t new at all — it’s a traditional Vietnamese drink made by steeping whole artichokes, or artichoke leaves, in hot water....

Fatty fish like salmon and tuna are the top vitamin D food sources. Image Credit: OlenaMykhaylova/iStock/Getty Images Your body produces vitamin D, also called the sunshine vitamin, after exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. That may seem like the only excuse you need to head outdoors, but organizations like the American Academy of Dermatology urge you to consider the skin risks involved in soaking up the sun. Still, meeting your body’s needs for vitamin D can prove difficult if you’re avoiding UV light....

Subnormal body temperature is not always cause for alarm. A "normal" body temperature in a human registers at 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Like your weight, your body temperature fluctuates throughout the day. Sustained periods of time in which you run a fever, or a higher-than-normal temperature, can indicate illness. Subnormal temperatures may also be the sign of health problems. Advertisement Hypothermia One of the most obvious causes for a subnormal temperature is hypothermia....

Keto-friendly desserts often contain erythritol because it doesn't spike your blood sugar significantly. Image Credit: Elva Etienne/Moment/GettyImages Even though plenty of people are kicking their sugar habit, low- or no-calorie sweeteners still have us scratching our heads. Advertisement But commonly used sugar alcohols (aka polyols, a type of carbohydrate) like erythritol can be a healthy — and delicious — way to have your cake and eat it, too. Here's the sweet scoop....

Knowing your target heart rate can keep you from over- or under-exercising. Knowing your target heart rate every year is important because this rate changes as you get older. The rate for a 40-year-old man or woman at the beginning of middle age is lower than for younger adults and higher than older adults. Exercising within your target rate helps you get the most from your workout while limiting your chance of overtraining....

Tired of stew? There are plenty of other things you can do with the affordable cut of meat. Image Credit: Azurita/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Azurita/iStock/GettyImages When you get home, trim any excess fat from your stew meat — a little fat is good, but too much leads to a greasy meal and too much saturated fat. This will ensure you get the most out of your budget-friendly protein. Visit Page https://www.livestrong.com These kebabs have bell pepper for bright color....

To prevent chocolate from turning white, store it in a cool, dry spot in your kitchen or pantry. Image Credit: MEDITERRANEAN/E+/GettyImages In This Article Why It Happens How to Prevent It Strawberries, bananas, coconut balls — just about anything becomes sweeter when you dip it in chocolate. But chocolate may turn white depending on how it's stored. Advertisement You may notice that your dipping chocolate, which was once glossy and enticing, has developed a white or gray coating that looks anything but appetizing....