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A cup of strawberry tea next to a tea pot and garnished with fresh strawberries. Image Credit: Yulia_Davidovich/iStock/Getty Images Despite the name, the strawberry is not a true berry but a pseudocarp, which means some of the fruit’s flesh sprouted from nearby accessory tissue of the plant instead of an ovary. Nevertheless, the fruit provides sustenance for a variety of wildlife and a good reason for people to make jam. Although all members of the Fragaria genus bear strawberries of varying size and sweetness, F....

If you've got a painful pimple inside your nose, resist the urge to pop it. Image Credit: Prostock-Studio/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Causes Are They Serious? Remedies Prevention When to See a Doctor You're far more likely to get a blemish ​on​ your nose than in it. But a pimple inside your nose can be weirdly painful and distracting, so if you've got one, you're probably wondering what you can do to get rid of it....

A man is shopping in a pharmacy. Image Credit: Deklofenak/iStock/Getty Images One a Day is multivitamin product marketed and distributed by Bayer Healthcare LLC. Bayer produces several lines of multivitamins targeted to women and men in different age groups. The men’s One a Day formula uses the Men’s Pro Edge trade name. Bayer also manufactures specialty One a Day multivitamins for women and men over 50 years old, for menopause, for the prenatal period, for teenagers and to enhance energy....

A cinnamon craving may be a desire for carbs and sweets. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images A cinnamon craving hasn’t been connected with a definite cause. If you crave cinnamon, it may just reflect your desire for a favorite food, especially if you haven’t eaten it for a while. It could also come from a need to eat sweets or be an ingredient in the type of foods you like to eat when your mood dips or stress levels are high....

DIM modulates the immune system and shows anti-cancer effects. Image Credit: RomarioIen/iStock/GettyImages A DIM supplement contains a component of cruciferous vegetables called diindolylmethane, which has been promoted for its effects on creating a healthy balance of estrogen and testosterone. Scientists are seeing positive results from the effect of DIM on preventing and treating certain cancers. Advertisement Tip Diindolylmethane, also called DIM, is a compound found in vegetables like broccoli and cabbage....

woman with arm brace If you're injured, losing weight is not only difficult, but the entire situation can create a downward spiral of increasingly poor health. Because you're hurt, you can't exercise to help yourself lose weight. The extra weight impacts your health, including your ability to heal from the injury. To maintain a healthy weight while injured, all of your progress has to come from close attention to your diet....

No matter which workout you choose, group classes are a great way to torch calories and stay motivated, plus they’re more affordable than hiring a personal trainer. Image Credit: Getty Images/Fizkes You can find a group fitness class for just about every workout: cycling, barre, HIIT, even running. No matter which one you choose, group classes are a great way to torch calories and stay motivated, plus they’re more affordable than hiring a personal trainer....

Working out and eating healthy helps you lose weight, gain muscle and feel more energetic. Image Credit: Harold Lee Miller/Taxi/Getty Images A diet and exercise program can help you make the best of the body your genetics gave you. While you can’t turn a lanky, lean frame into an hourglass, working out and eating healthy helps you lose weight, gain muscle and feel more energetic. Changing your body composition by adding muscle and losing fat also improves your stamina and makes you look firmer and more sculpted....

Got a wedding or reunion coming up? Follow this advice to look great and feel confident! Image Credit: Adobe Stock/Anna Shepulova The big day is circled on your calendar, and you’re so excited for that wedding, reunion, prom or party. But are you feeling ready? It’s perfectly normal to want to drop a few pounds or tone up before a special occasion so you can look and feel your best. Whether you have three months, one month, a week or a day before the big event, here are simple diet and exercise tweaks you can make to get yourself looking good and feeling confident....

Physical therapist stretching calf muscle Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/Getty Images Calf muscles atrophy for a number of reasons. Disuse following leg surgery, disease, nutritional deficiencies and genetic problems can cause the muscles in the calves to become weak and soft. Exercise, stretching and daily use can help with rehabilitation. Advertisement Step 1 Execute calf raises once you can bear weight on the leg. Stand straight with your knees slightly bent and your arms loose at your sides....

A man is training his shoulders. Image Credit: Ibrakovic/iStock/Getty Images Your shoulder joint allows your arm to move or hold still. The periscapular muscles lend strength to your shoulder during movements and help stabilize your shoulder when still. The scapula, your shoulder blade, also moves during shoulder joint movement. The periscapular muscles stabilize and move the scapula for endurance and strength activities. Advertisement Row Step 1 Sit with your legs extended in front of you....

Drink lots of water when you swallow uncoated pills. Uncoated pills can leave a chalky residue on your tongue, or worse, stick to your tongue as you try to swallow. The lack of coating means the pill isn't very slippery and can start to disintegrate the moment liquid hits it. Take uncoated pills in the same way you would swallow coated pills, but take steps to avoid residues and aftertastes, and ensure that the pill doesn't melt on your tongue before you can swallow it....

How to Get Rid of Visual Migraines Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Think migraine and most people think head pain. But you can suffer a migraine involving your eyes and not necessarily your head — known as an ocular or visual migraine. And, according to the American Migraine Foundation, there are two types: migraines with aura and retinal migraines. Advertisement With migraines with aura, you may see spots, circles, zigzags or crescent shapes or flashes of light that last from as few as five minutes to as long as an hour, according to the National Headache Foundation....

Nitro-Tech provides high doses of protein, creatine and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), which may help improve exercise performance and stimulate muscle growth. Image Credit: iprogressman/iStock/GettyImages With a whopping 30 grams of protein and 3 grams of creatine per serving, Nitro-Tech seems like the perfect muscle-building formula. Low in carbs and fats, it fits into most diets. However, it does contain certain ingredients that consumers should be aware of prior to consuming....

Working hard doesn't have to involve impact. Image Credit: Jacob Ammentorp Lund/iStock/Getty Images Strong, defined abs don’t require high-impact activity. Stay grounded on a mat or your own two feet and effectively train all the muscles of your belly. In 2001, the American Council on Exercise rated a number of ab exercises for their effectiveness. The best ones are all not only low-impact — they are no impact. Advertisement Related Reading The 5 Best Core Exercises for Beginners A stability ball challenges your balance....

A bunch of bananas. Image Credit: Carmelka/iStock/Getty Images Bananas are a nutritious tropical fruit suitable for eating raw or cooked. Including bananas in your diet means you take in a variety of vitamins, minerals and amino acids, including lysine. Your body can’t make lysine, so getting it through the foods you eat is critical. While high-protein foods such as poultry or seafood is the best choice for lysine, bananas contribute a small amount....

Like most weight-loss programs, there are pros and cons to Medi-Weightloss that you should keep in mind. Image Credit: andresr/E+/GettyImages When you’re looking for a program to help you lose weight, the options can seem overwhelming. Most have glowing testimonials on their websites and promise incredible results. But how do you know which one will work for you? Advertisement Here, we'll delve into the details on Medi-Weightloss — including how it works, what the food component looks like and the overall pros and cons — so you can decide whether it might be worth your time....

If you have diabetes, talk to your doctor or dietitian about any changes to your diet. Image Credit: Stephane Noiret/iStock/GettyImages Consuming ample amounts of fiber each day does more than stave off constipation. It can also lower your blood sugar levels and reduce your chances of developing heart disease, both of which are important if you have diabetes or are at risk for developing it. Advertisement But can you get enough fiber through foods such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables and legumes, or do you need to take a supplement such as Metamucil?...

Popping sounds during push-ups are normal. Image Credit: Guido Mieth/Taxi/GettyImages Your joints can make disconcerting noises at the worst of times, like when you’re trying to do something good for your body by exercising. But don’t let it derail you. Advertisement Unless you feel a pop in your elbow followed by pain or notice swelling in your elbow joint, it isn't likely to cause problems. It can often be helped by warming up properly and stretching....

A salmon and vegetable meal. Image Credit: mastermilmar/iStock/Getty Images Many diet plans or programs may eliminate certain foods or food groups to help you reduce calories for quick weight loss. Restricting food groups from the diet can be unhealthy, however, with the risk of nutrient deficiencies and poor food intake. Still, there are increasing numbers of people who must avoid certain foods or food groups due to dietary intolerances or allergies....