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Poached eggs complete elegant brunch entrees. Image Credit: mgturner/iStock/Getty Images Poaching an egg used to be a test of a chef’s skill: dropping an egg into a pot of barely-simmering water, and cooking to a soft consistency without it falling apart, confirmed the kitchen master’s talent. Today, microwave egg poachers like the inexpensive, two-cup model from Nordic Ware make poaching much easier than the traditional way. Although you may need a few trials to determine the exact heat setting and cooking time for your microwave, Nordic Ware’s simple device makes poaching eggs for elegant brunch entrees and breakfast sandwiches convenient and fast....

Use Goya Mojo Marinade on grilled pork ribs. Image Credit: AlexPro9500/iStock/Getty Images Mojo marinades, used in Latino and Caribbean cooking, are made with citrus juice, vinegar and spices for a light, tangy flavor. The Goya brand makes a line of mojo marinades for chicken, beef and pork dishes. Advertisement In addition to a traditional green mojo marinade, Goya also carries mojo marinades with other flavor profiles, such as chipotle and bitter orange....

Eating after exercise can provide multiple wellness benefits. Image Credit: nensuria/iStock/GettyImages Whether you’re a serious athlete or health-conscious weekend warrior, getting the maximum benefit from working out is important. Do you wonder if intensive or light exercise after eating or before a meal provides the most gains to achieve your fitness goals? Sometimes, timing can make a difference. Advertisement Tip Choosing the right foods to eat before and after exercise is important to help maintain blood glucose levels, maximize exercise performance and improve recovery time after your workout....

Aerobic exercise can help prevent erectile dysfunction. Image Credit: July Alcantara/iStock/GettyImages When a man is unable to keep his erection firm enough for sex consistently, the associated medical condition is known as erectile dysfunction (ED). According to the Mayo Clinic, a number of factors play a role in ED. An important one is exercise (or, as it turns out, lack thereof). Advertisement The Urology Care Foundation notes that several factors can play a role in causing ED, and finding the exact cause can get a bit complicated as it can involve both emotional and psychological issues as well as physical health problems....

Cup of peppermint tea Sore throats are a common occurrence in people of all ages and are the primary symptom of pharyngitis, which is inflammation of the throat or pharynx. Sore throats are usually the result of a viral infection; however, they may be caused by a bacterial infection. Bacterial infections are commonly treated by antibiotics, but sore throats due to viral infections may be treated at home. Herbal remedies such as peppermint tea may soothe your sore throat, but get your doctor's OK before using herbs to treat health conditions....

A lipid panel is ultimately a cholesterol test. It's used to determine the level of not just total cholesterol, but also low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and triglycerides in your bloodstream. Often referred to as a lipid profile, this blood test is really the first line of defense against high cholesterol. If a reading comes back borderline to high, you and your doctor can take certain measures to bring your levels down into a healthy range....

Dandelions soften and lubricate stools. Image Credit: manuel_adorf/iStock/GettyImages If you have painful hemorrhoids, don’t assume you have to suffer through them. In many cases, you don’t even need to turn to medicine for hemorrhoid treatment. There are plenty of home remedies for hemorrhoids you can try, including herbal teas. Advertisement What Are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids result from the swelling of blood vessels in the anus, and although they can often be uncomfortable and painful — sometimes even accompanied by bleeding — they are usually not a sign of any serious condition, explains the University of California San Diego....

A barista adds steamed milk to make a cappuccino. Image Credit: RossHelen/iStock/Getty Images The gallbladder is a small sac-shaped organ primarily responsible for the digestion of fat using stored bile produced by the liver. Some of the most common gallbladder conditions include gallstones and cholecystitis, which is inflammation of the gallbladder. Milk, along with a variety of milk-based products such as cheese and ice cream, are known gastrointestinal allergens, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center....

Proper nutrition can help get you back on your feet following a bout with pneumonia. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages Having pneumonia can leave you feeling weak and fatigued. Perhaps the recovery process is taking longer than expected or you’ve had a pneumonia relapse after antibiotics. Sticking to a certain diet can boost the immune system and in some cases speed recovery. Advertisement Recovering From Pneumonia Pneumonia, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, in an infection of the lungs mostly caused by bacteria or viruses....

Jimmy John's has three different kinds of bread. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages Jimmy John’s is a popular sandwich restaurant in the United States that often sells its day-old bread to customers at a deeply discounted price. Advertisement The restaurant offers three different types of bread for its sandwiches, including a French bread for the sub sandwiches, a different French bread for the club and slim sandwiches and a seven-grain wheat bread. Each type has a different set of nutrition information....

Herbal teas may be a helpful nutritional drink to treat your gastritis. Image Credit: Pixland/Pixland/Getty Images Gastritis is a health problem that occurs when the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, damages the mucus membranes that coat your stomach, notes the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. Gastritis is characterized by a dull stomach ache or pain and other symptoms. The precise mechanism of H. pylori transmission between people is unknown. Certain nutritional drinks, especially herbal teas, may be helpful in treating this health problem....

Woman riding a bike through a field Image Credit: altrendo images/Stockbyte/Getty Images As one of the few areas where your body and bicycle come in contact, your bicycle seat, also known as a saddle, can have a large impact on your comfort while riding. The angle of your seat is an often overlooked aspect of the bicycle fitting process, being passed over for things such as seat height and handlebar adjustments....

Pouring oil into a spoon. Image Credit: tolisma/iStock/Getty Images The plethora of plant-based cooking oils on the market today often make it difficult to determine when to use which one during meal preparation. Two of these oils, rice bran oil and sunflower oil, have similar nutrient profiles at 120 calories and about 13 grams of fat per tablespoon. Both oils deserve a place in a healthy diet, but they do differ in their nutritional value....

You might not be able to eat certain berries if you have a strawberry allergy. Image Credit: alvarez/E+/GettyImages In This Article Strawberry Allergy Basics Cross-Reactive Foods Avoiding Allergies If you're diagnosed with a strawberry allergy, you may also be allergic to other foods in the strawberry family. Advertisement A strawberry family allergy may cause an itchy mouth, scratchy throat and swelling of the mouth and throat. Video of the Day What Is a Strawberry Allergy?...

Pulled muscles can cause hip pain after exercise. Image Credit: m-gucci/iStock/GettyImages People who exercise might expect to feel muscle soreness after a workout, but not sudden pain in the hip. In most cases, sudden hip pain after exercise results from an injury to a muscle or bone in or around the hip. Fortunately, most instances of sudden hip pain after exercise are preventable with changes in exercise routine and treatable at home with rest and medication....

references Robert Dos Remedios: Official Site 1 of 22 Overview There's a popular perception that you can't kick butt in the weight room if you're a vegetarian. "You'll never build muscle mass," detractors say. "You won't get enough protein!" Well, allow me to disabuse you of that notion. My name is Robert dos Remedios, I'm the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at College of the Canyons in California, and I throw around more weight in a 40-minute workout than most people lift in four days....

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Certain vitamin supplements and foods may affect the color and smell of your pee. Image Credit: metamorworks/iStock/GettyImages Nobody wants a shock when they visit the bathroom. But if you see bright yellow urine in the toilet, or if the smell of your pee is a bit off, you may feel a bit worried. However, there may be a simple explanation — and taking vitamin supplements is one of the most likely....

Baked turkey sausage makes for a great swap to cut down on calories and fat you'd get from beef or pork sausages. Image Credit: Mariha-kitchen/iStock/GettyImages Sausage isn’t exactly a health food — it’s usually high in calories and full of fat, preservatives and fillers. But it’s not all bad news: You can opt for turkey sausage instead of beef or pork sausage for a healthier meal. Advertisement "Minimally processed turkey sausage can be a great protein source at meals," Krista King, RDN, tells LIVESTRONG....

Baking your fish in the slow cooker will make sure your whole house doesn't smell like the sea. Image Credit: gbh007/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve only been using your slow cooker for stews and chili, get ready for a whole new world of delicious, good-for-you dishes. Advertisement That handy appliance has more range than you realize — and utilizing it frees up your oven, keeps your kitchen cool and offers a way to make some traditionally hands-on tasks much simpler....