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This standing abs workout will work all the muscles in your core while strengthening your legs and arms, too. Image Credit: milan2099/E+/GettyImages Whether sit-ups give you a sore neck, you have a mobility issue that makes lying down uncomfortable or want to burn calories, standing abs workout are an excellent alternative to floor-based core work. Advertisement "Traditional ab workouts tend to focus on isolating the core from a seated or floor position, and while these kinds of exercises certainly have a time and place, standing ab exercises can recruit more of your muscles and ultimately burn more calories," April Whitney, CPT, founder of Smalletics, tells LIVESTRONG....

Tongue Symptoms and Iron Deficiency Image Credit: PhotoAlto/Antoine Arraou/Brand X Pictures/GettyImages Iron deficiency has some strange symptoms, from craving nonfood substances like dirt to a mysteriously sore tongue. The most common form of iron deficiency is iron deficiency anemia, in which the blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells. A blood test will confirm a deficiency, and your doctor can formulate a treatment plan to bring your levels back up to normal....

Depending on why you are taking them, vitamins might be a waste of money. Image Credit: Farion_O/iStock/GettyImages Centrum’s multivitamin for adults is packed with vitamins and minerals that can fill nutrient gaps in your diet. While flooding your body with nutrients sounds appealing, the benefits aren’t as clear as you might hope. Depending on what you take your multivitamin for, it might be a waste of money. Advertisement Tip Centrum multivitamins help prevent deficiencies in vitamins and minerals....

Digestive biscuits are able to help with your digestion. Image Credit: Geshas/iStock/GettyImages Don’t judge a food by name alone. While digestive biscuits originated in the early 19th century as a food to aid in digestion, the modern-day version may not be as effective. Digestive biscuits, also called digestive cookies, can be a source of whole grains and fiber, but you’ll need to read nutrition labels to be sure you’re getting the healthiest version possible rather than just a sugary treat....

Baguettes for sale at a bakery. Image Credit: etiennevoss/iStock/Getty Images Foods in general should not cause body itching unless you have another medical condition, such as a food allergy, a pollen allergy or histamine intolerance. If you develop itching on your body after you eat certain foods, keep a written record of the foods that cause itching. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor to determine which condition is causing the itching on your body....

Shortness of breath is a common symptom of "long COVID," but it may not indicate lung damage. Image Credit: Hinterhaus Productions/DigitalVision/GettyImages While the majority of people diagnosed with COVID-19 have only mild symptoms, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), others are hit much harder by the disease. Advertisement Some people who've been infected with COVID-19 have symptoms that linger far past the standard recovery time of two weeks (or three to six weeks for those with more severe disease), according to a report by the WHO-China Joint Mission on the Coronavirus Disease....

Running puts a lot of stress on your legs and knees. Image Credit: Justin Case/Stone/GettyImages When performed consistently, running is an effective way to boost your metabolism and give your lungs and heart a workout. Running is not without its drawbacks, however, as it can put a lot of pressure on your legs and feet. It could even lead to a knee bruise after running. Advertisement If you are overweight, have weak knees or wear shoes that don't fit your feet properly, running can cause damage to your knees, producing symptoms of bruising and swelling....

Shoes with a heel lift will help you sit lower into your squat. Image Credit: South_agency/E+/GettyImages Nothing compares to the ego-boosting high of adding more and more weight to your barbell squat as your sets go by. But while increasing your squat weight is certainly satisfying, no one is immune to an eventual plateau. Advertisement If you feel like you've tried all the hacks and variations out there, it's time to give a little-utilized trick a try: elevating your heels....

There are many beneficial effects that coffee can have on your brain according to Bulletproof founder, Dave Asprey. Image Credit: Getty Images Do you love coffee and can’t live without it? Or do you avoid coffee like the plague because it makes you jittery and anxious? Advertisement According to Bulletproof founder and CEO Dave Asprey, those jitters aren't necessarily the result of caffeine consumption. On this week's episode of the Stronger podcast, Asprey explains that this all-to-familiar anxious feeling could very well be a result of the mold toxins that are present in the coffee you're drinking....

Diet Image Credit: ehaurylik/iStock/Getty Images If you have an hourglass shape with extra fat clinging to your stomach area, strengthening your abdominal muscles will help, but it cannot be the only way you attack the fat. Consuming fewer calories than you expend is the only way to get rid of the excess fat. There is no way around this simple fact. Regardless of your shape, the only way to lose fat is by combining a healthy diet with exercise....

Preparing pancake mix. Image Credit: LexussK/iStock/Getty Images When it’s time to whip up a batch of biscuits or scones, don’t worry if you are out of Bisquick. Most pancake mixes are very similar to Bisquick and contain flour, leavening, salt and hydrogenated oil. Pancake mixes may contain slightly more sugar, though, resulting in a sweeter final product. They work best for sweet breads, muffins and scones rather than savory dishes when substituting for Bisquick....

Low alkaline phosphatase is a rare finding on a blood test. It usually results from some sort of malnutrition and is treated by correcting the underlying nutritive cause. Supplements for protein, B vitamins, vitamin C and thyroid hormones are the usual treatment for a low alkaline phosphatase. Only rarely is it caused by hypophosphatemia, a genetic disease usually detected at birth. Step 1 Determine if the serum blood levels of zinc are low....

Hemp oil can help you reach your protein goals when trying to lose weight. Image Credit: Ksenia Shestakova/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve thought about trying hemp oil for weight loss, you should know that it hasn’t been linked to positive results, states PeaceHealth. However, hemp protein may help dieters to meet their daily protein requirements and a high-protein diet sets the stage for successful weight loss. Advertisement Tip If you’re following a high-protein weight-loss diet, protein should comprise 25 to 30 percent of your daily food intake....

Rollerblading is a fun and exciting way to improve endurance and strength. Rollerblading dates back to as early as the 1700s, but it didn't gain worldwide popularity until the mid-1900s. Hockey players were the first to use Rollerblades as an off-season conditioning tool, but they soon caught on with other professional athletes along with fitness enthusiasts for a calorie-burning and muscle-building workout. When compared with other forms of fitness, such as running, Rollerblading is nearly as effective in almost every category....

The keto diet's focus on high-fat foods can make it a challenge to get enough fiber Image Credit: PeopleImages/iStock/GettyImages Here’s a surprising fact about the ketogenic (or keto) diet: Even though it seems like ​everyone ​is trying it, many nutrition experts have some concerns about the trend. Advertisement That doesn't necessarily mean you need to steer clear altogether, though. A few small studies have shown that eating keto can lead to weight loss, at least in the short term....

Two Muay Thai fighters sparing. Image Credit: graphicnoi/iStock/Getty Images Kickboxing is a martial art that allows both punches and kicks. It is practiced as a competitive contact sport, a method of self defense and a fitness program. Belt grading systems are used by some kickboxing schools as a way to both inspire and demonstrate a student’s advancement in the sport. Advertisement Grading System The origins of kickboxing can be found in the martial art of Muay Thai....

To stay full longer, skip a carb-heavy breakfast in favor of these flavorful recipes. Image Credit: Alexander Spatari/Moment/GettyImages If you’re focused on building or maintaining muscle — or, you’re just after a satiating experience — try making protein the base of your breakfast in place of carbohydrates. Advertisement "A breakfast that is solely carbs, such as pancakes, will not keep you full for very long," says Dylan Murphy, RD, LDN and owner of Dylan Murphy Nutrition....

Strength training can bolster your back, improve posture and reduce lower back pain. Image Credit: mihailomilovanovic/E+/GettyImages Four of every five American adults experience lower back pain during their lives, according to the Mayo Clinic. About a quarter of them have had pain in the last three months. Advertisement Lower back pain is so prevalent because it has many causes. Mild muscle strains or bulging or ruptured discs can cause back pain....

Meal replacement shakes can be an effective way to lose weight. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages Meal replacement smoothies are a great alternative to traditional meals when you’re on the run or in a rush. They also take the guesswork out of how much you’re eating and minimize the need to count calories, often making it easier to lose weight. Advertisement Tip Before attempting any weight loss diet, consult with your doctor or a registered dietitian for advice and guidance or to find out whether it's right for you....

Avocados on a wooden table. Image Credit: nata_vkusidey/iStock/Getty Images Changes in your diet can help reduce your levels of cholesterol. For example, replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats and getting your daily fiber will lower cholesterol. A third dietary action that helps is boosting your intake of substances from plants called phytosterols. Beta-sitosterol is one of the most abundant phytosterols. You’ll get it from natural sources such as nuts, vegetable oils, avocados and dark chocolate....