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Taking Adderall at the right time consistently can help mitigate its side effects. Image Credit: SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY/Science Photo Library/GettyImages Choosing the best time to take Adderall is critical. According to Drugs.com, Adderall can cause a number of side effects, including restlessness, dizziness, diarrhea, insomnia and sometimes uneven heartbeats and hallucinations Taking the medication at the right time and as indicated by your doctor will reduce the risk of experiencing side effects....

A young woman is drinking a sugary coffee drink. Image Credit: TongRo Images/TongRo Images/Getty Images Eating a nutrient-poor diet is a lifestyle choice than can have dire health consequences. On the other hand, a balanced diet furnishes your body with a variety of foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish, lean meat, poultry, nuts, legumes and unsaturated fats. Such foods provide all of the nutrients required for optimum health....

Eating a variety of high-fiber foods, like Brussels sprouts, may be linked to reduced cholesterol levels. Image Credit: margouillatphotos/iStock/GettyImages With so much emphasis placed on diet to help lower cholesterol levels, including avoiding saturated fat, the question becomes what to do about carbs. Here’s how to get the most from this wide group of foods — some great for you, some not so good. Advertisement Read more: What You Need to Know About Cholesterol Video of the Day Simple and Complex Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are broken down by the body and turned into sugar, which is absorbed by cells and used as energy....

For these moves, you'll want to select a weight that's moderately challenging. Image Credit: SrdjanPav/E+/GettyImages Imagine the most grueling exercises you’ve ever tried: burpees, plank pikes and snatches. They recruited multiple muscle groups at once, combined cardio and strength, left your body extra sore and even challenged your mind. Advertisement These full-body kettlebell exercises will do just that. When you're ready to take your usual strength or high-intensity workout to the next level, Samuel Chan, PT, DPT, a physical therapist at Bespoke Treatments in New York, suggests incorporating these five hardest kettlebell exercises....

AdvoCare's Spark energy drink may be an excellent option for an extra dose of energy. Image Credit: Torjrtrx/iStock/GettyImages AdvoCare’s Spark energy drink may be an excellent option for an extra dose of energy. Learn about Spark ingredients, benefits and potential side effects before you choose this beverage. Advertisement Spark is just one of AdvoCare's many lines of wellness products. Users choose from 12 flavors of powdered drink mix, which they add to water....

Coenzyme Q10 remains controversial despite some scientific proof for its alleged effects. Dietary aids can cause side effects, but they also offer you health benefits. Coenzyme Q10 has become the third most popular supplement, according to a 2008 report from the Natural and Nutritional Products Industry Center published on NewHope360.com. Your body naturally makes this substance, but disease and aging can reduce its production. Manufacturers selling CoQ10 often make wild claims about their product....

The Olympic barbell allows you to bench press and do a ton of other weight-lifting exercises. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Before starting a strength-training training program, you need to know what tools to use and how they factor into your plan. Dumbbells and kettlebells are pretty easy to gauge, since the weight they’re labeled with is the weight you’ll be lifting. Advertisement Weight lifting with a barbell, on the other hand, is one step more complex, since you have to factor in the weight of the bar, not just the plate you're loading on it....

If you want to make the most out of your crunches, make sure you don't make some common mistakes. Image Credit: Ridofranz/iStock/GettyImages As far as ab exercises go, crunches are a tale as old as time. This move has played a role in core workouts galore, from fitness newbies to the most avid gym-goers. Advertisement But even the most experienced workout enthusiast may make some common form mistakes while doing crunches, making this move way less effective and potentially painful....

The combination of vitamin C and vitamin E can help with sciatica. Image Credit: spyderskidoo/iStock/GettyImages Sciatica is a common condition that is often misunderstood. Up to 40 percent of people get this painful nerve condition that stretches from the back of your pelvis to the back of your thigh. Your risk increases as you get older. This is why it is important to look into supplements for sciatica. Advertisement Supplements for Sciatica There is not a lot of research on the role of vitamins in helping to treat or slow the rate of sciatica in humans....

When the myelin, or outer sheathing covering the nerves, is degenerated, it results in nerve damage. When this happens, the nerves are unable to function properly in normal communication between the brain and spinal cord. Vitamin deficiency is one cause of nerve damage. Getting the proper doses of these vitamins will also help ease tension, reduce anxiety and contribute to overall good health. Advertisement B Vitamins The full spectrum of B vitamins helps maintain healthy nerves....

Weight-lifting with arthritis is not only possible, but a good way to strengthen joints and manage pain. Image Credit: Stígur Már Karlsson /Heimsmyndir/E+/GettyImages When you hear strength training, you may only think of muscle building. But this type of exercise can also help protect your joints and ease stiffness, which can be incredibly helpful for people with arthritis. Advertisement Symptoms of arthritis include pain, aching, stiffness and swelling on or near the joints....

A headache is a common symptom of low sodium levels and may indicate a more serious condition. Image Credit: skynesher/E+/GettyImages Normal sodium levels in the blood range between 135 and 145 millimoles per liter (mmol per L). If your sodium levels drop below 135 mmol per L, it’s called hyponatremia. In severe cases, low sodium levels can cause neurological symptoms, brain damage and even death if left untreated. Advertisement Here's a look at some of the dangers that are associated with low sodium levels....

A woman holds her knee in pain after a bike injury. Image Credit: Maridav/iStock/Getty Images If your knee pops when you’re riding a bike, it is a sign of two possible conditions. One is an overuse syndrome caused by the repetitive load you place on the knee with every pedal stroke – the constant pounding can cause the kneecap to come off its track. The other possible cause of knee popping is a ligament tear or rupture....

Butternut squash goes with sweet -- think cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg -- or savory -- think thyme, sage and oregano -- flavors and may be used in a variety of dishes. Image Credit: Lilechka75/iStock/GettyImages Butternut squash, a nutritious winter squash marked by its distinctive pear-like shape and pale gold skin, is easily incorporated into many seasonal recipes. Advertisement For example, butternut squash pasta, risotto, ravioli, hummus, a velvety puree or soup with butternut squash chunks — the options are endless....

A close-up of vine ripened tomatoes. Image Credit: ivansmuk/iStock/Getty Images An allergic reaction to tomatoes is often the result of oral allergy syndrome, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. The institute says hay fever sufferers are most at risk from the syndrome due to a cross-reactivity between plant proteins and similar proteins found in fruits and vegetables. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia says symptoms mainly occur at the point of contact and include swollen lips, blisters in your mouth or throat, and itching or irritation to the affected area....

Nooch can lend your dishes a cheesy flavor without the dairy. Image Credit: Panagiotis Kyriakos/iStock/GettyImages From cheddar to gouda to goat, we’re wild about any recipe that includes cheese. But all hope isn’t lost if you don’t do dairy: You could try any of those new-on-the-scene plant-based dairy substitutes, or you could opt for a tried-and-true option that sneaks in a respectable amount of nutrition. So much, in fact, that “nutrition” is in its name....

Oatmeal is a whole-grain option that has plenty of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals to keep you powered throughout the day. Image Credit: Arx0nt/Moment/GettyImages If you think of oatmeal as something for babies and old folks, it’s time to reconsider. This hearty grain is an easy option you’re going to want to adopt into your routine. Oatmeal has nutrition benefits that are great for weight management, digestion, cholesterol and other aspects of wellbeing....

Eat whole grain carbs in order to avoid headaches from eating carbs. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages Eating the wrong kinds of foods can give you a carb headache. To avoid this problem, eat high-fiber complex carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and limit your intake of refined grains and sugary foods. Advertisement Tip Eating too much sugar can spike blood glucose, which can cause headaches. The malady is also caused by a dip in blood sugar brought on by skipping a meal or eating simple carbs....

If you experience sudden digestive issues hours after eating turkey, food poisoning may be to blame. Image Credit: FG Trade/E+/GettyImages There’s nothing like a delicious turkey dinner — that is, unless your meal leaves you with an upset stomach. So, does turkey cause gas, stomach cramps or other digestive issues? Advertisement Turns out turkey can indeed cause stomach problems. Here are four reasons why you may have gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal cramping, bloating and gas after eating turkey....

The noodles in your lasagna are delicate components. Image Credit: from_my_point_of_view/iStock/GettyImages When your favorite food comes in recipes designed to serve eight to 10 people, you can expect to be reheating lasagna for several days after the feast. Use these tricks to keep your leftovers from drying out or making you sick. Advertisement Lasagna Heating Instructions The noodles in your lasagna are delicate components. Place the lasagna in an oven-safe container and cover it tightly with aluminum foil or an oven-safe lid to help keep it from drying out, then slide it into a preheated oven....