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Crock-Pot Image Credit: Devrim_PINAR/iStock/Getty Images The Crock-Pot, which is a trademarked name by the Rival corporation, is a slow cooker that cooks or reheats food without constant supervision. Slow cookers are a small kitchen appliance that consists of a metal housing unit that features controls, a ceramic or porcelain cooking pot, and a lid. The settings for a Crock-Pot include low, high and warm. Using the warm setting reheats the food and keeps it warm until serving time....

references National Institutes of Health: "Iron" Lancet: "Iron Deficiency Anaemia" Mayo Clinic: "Iron Deficiency Anemia During Pregnancy: Prevention Tips" Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: "Anemia or Iron Deficiency" Nutrients: "Dietary Factors Modulate Iron Uptake in Caco-2 Cells from an Iron Ingot Used as a Home Fortificant to Prevent Iron Deficiency" The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition: "Randomized Controlled Trial Assessing the Efficacy of a Reusable Fish-Shaped Iron Ingot to Increase Hemoglobin Concentration in Anemic, Rural Cambodian Women" Mayo Clinic: "Anemia" Iron ingots like Lucky Iron Fish claim to infuse your food with iron to help with nutritional deficiencies....

Dietitians explain if drinking wine before liquor really prevents hangovers and if the mixing alcohol myth is actually true. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. In This Article Alcohol Digestion Mixing Drinks Minimizing Effects Hangovers The Bottom Line There are a couple of old adages that many drinkers know: "Beer before liquor, never been sicker....

turmeric roots and powder Image Credit: MSPhotographic/iStock/Getty Images Turmeric is a food spice that gives curry and other Indian dishes their bright, vibrant color. It has also been used for centuries as an alternative treatment for myriad illnesses and medical conditions, the University of Maryland Medical Center reports. When used as recommended, turmeric supplements are generally regarded as safe. But do not give your child supplements containing the herb without first consulting with a qualified health professional....

Make fruits and vegetable the highlight at mealtimes. Image Credit: Robyn Mackenzie/iStock/Getty Images When you’re young, you may not give nutrition much thought. But what you eat as a young adult can affect your energy, your appearance and your health. It’s important that you eat a variety of foods from all the food groups so that you get all the essential nutrients your body needs to function at its best. So put down the energy drink and vitamin water, and instead fill your plate with nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and low-fat dairy foods....

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Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/GettyImages Mucus is a vital substance that coats the mucous membranes in the body, including the lining of the lungs and airways. Normally thin, watery and barely noticeable, this liquid -- which is also referred to as phlegm -- changes in consistency and color in response to irritation, airway pollution, inflammation and infection. The appearance of phlegm, notably its color, can provide helpful clues to the nature of the cough and the underlying reason for the excess mucus production....

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrition than yams, but both are nutrient-dense. Image Credit: Julia Murray / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Yams versus sweet potatoes are botanically distinct, although the terms are often used interchangeably. According to the University of California, sweet potatoes are root vegetables, while yams are tubers — vegetables that form at the base of roots. Advertisement Read more: Sweet Potatoes and Weight Loss Video of the Day Sweet Potato and Yam Nutrition According to the USDA, 1 cup of cubed sweet potato contains:...

A swimming pool. Image Credit: Erin Cadigan/iStock/Getty Images When you have an open wound, it is not advisable to swim in any body of water. Germs could infect your wound and you may expose other swimmers to germs and exudate coming from your wound. Advertisement Recreational Water Illnesses A recreational water illness, or RWI, is caused by coming into contact with germs in a body of water. RWIs can cause respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin, ear, neurologic or wound infections....

A healthy balanced diet is important to losing belly fat. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages The secret to getting rid of belly fat is eating less, moving more and sleeping enough — but that’s not much of a secret. By looking at research, however, you can determine the real secrets that lie within those generalized statements. Advertisement Abdominal fat is a problem not because of the way it looks, but because of the risks it poses to your health....

The best fruits for weight loss are high in fiber and low in calories. Image Credit: demaerre/iStock/GettyImages Don’t get us wrong: If we’re talking about raw, whole foods, there’s no such thing as a “bad” fruit. But if you’re trying to shed some pounds, you might wonder if eating fruit can help you lose weight, and which are the best fruits for weight loss. Advertisement First things first, there's no fruit that ‌makes‌ you lose weight....

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When fat loss is your goal, compound exercises that target multiple muscles are a must. Image Credit: Peathegee Inc/Tetra images/GettyImages Long, sweaty cardio sessions seem like the way to go if you want to lose weight. And while cardio plays a role in shedding body fat, strength training is also a crucial aspect of any workout routine that supports weight loss long-term. Advertisement Not just any old strength training will do, though....

If you're not sure what your heart rate is, you can get a heart rate monitor. Image Credit: Kerkez/iStock/GettyImages The most effective exercise programs engage all the major muscle groups. Following a regular, routine exercise regimen has a host of health benefits than can improve your quality of life and ability to perform everyday tasks. Advertisement You hear a lot about reps when weight lifting, or distances when running, or time spent holding a position, but there's a far more accurate way to measure the efficacy of your workouts — heart rate....

Full-cream milk has a lot of saturated fat, which is thought to be bad for your cardiovascular health. Image Credit: Alter_photo/iStock/GettyImages Milk contains a variety of nutrients that are essential for human health. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends consuming about 3 cups of dairy products each day. However, fat-free and low-fat products are recommended over full-fat products, since full-fat dairy typically contains large amounts of saturated fat. Advertisement Healthy Diets and Dairy Consumption According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, most people who consume a standard 2,000 calorie diet should incorporate about 3 cups of dairy into their daily diets....

You might have tweaked a nerve in your chest. Image Credit: Dmitrty/iStock/GettyImages When it comes to exercise, there’s more than a little truth than the old adage, “no pain — no gain.” But there’s a difference between pain or soreness that’s a sign that you’re building muscle and pain that results from injury, inflammation or muscle strain. Advertisement The middle of the chest has got a lot of muscles and nerves, including the pectoral muscles, the intercostal muscles that run in between the ribs, and several abdominal muscles that attach near the rib cage....

Vegetarianism can be a healthy way to eat, provided that you design your meals carefully to give your body all the nutrients it needs. If your vegetarian diet lacks certain vitamins and minerals, you may develop deficiencies that can be damaging to your health and even life-threatening. Consider consulting with a nutritionist to come up with a meal plan, and discuss any changes with your doctor before making them. Iodine Your metabolism is regulated by hormones in your thyroid, and these require iodine to function properly....

Image Credit: elenaleonova/E+/GettyImages According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between 33 and 43 percent of adult men in the U.S. have elevated total cholesterol levels. Since too much cholesterol in the blood is linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, measuring and treating cholesterol is an important part of preventive health care. However, cholesterol numbers are only one risk factor in the big picture of cardiovascular disease risk, so to understand your personal cholesterol targets and your risk of heart attack and stroke, talk with your doctor....

Having a glute imbalance can lead to all kinds of issues — including hip and knee pain. Image Credit: kjekol/iStock/GettyImages In an ideal world, both sides of your glutes would function together in perfect harmony. Advertisement But it's possible that, over time, one side of your butt can become stronger than the other — whether through repetitive daily tasks, an imbalanced workout program or a past injury. Advertisement Why should you care about uneven glutes?...

Jalapenos are a moderately hot pepper. Jalapeno peppers provide more than a kick of flavor to your nachos and tacos. These small, fiery green peppers provide multiple vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to support a healthy body. Jalapenos may also help you manage your weight. Choose fresh jalapenos and add them to mashed avocado, eggs, salsas, dips and meatloaf to provide extra nutrition and spice. Advertisement Vitamins With 109 mg of vitamin C, one jalapeno provides more than a day’s worth of this important nutrient....