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A chocolate milkshake. Image Credit: Natalie Willetts/Hemera/Getty Images When you find your stomach growling on a road trip, you might be tempted to pull into the nearest Sonic Drive-In. The fast-food chain restaurant, which calls itself “America’s Drive-In,” is known for its hot dogs, burgers and beverages, including several flavors of milkshake. Although enjoying a shake might satisfy your sweet tooth, expect the refreshment to contain several hundred calories. Advertisement Traditional Shakes If you enjoy a traditional flavor of shake, Sonic’s line includes flavors such as vanilla, chocolate and strawberry....

Weight lifting is not good when you have a herniated disc. Image Credit: nd3000/iStock/GettyImages A herniated disc can be excruciating. This injury, often called a slipped or bulging disc, is the bulging or rupture of an intervertebral disc in your spine. Once it bulges or ruptures, it presses on nerves and causes pain. Typically you’ll have a slipped disc in the back, but sometimes in the neck. Advertisement When even coughing or laughing hurts, though, the thought of exercising can seem intimidating....

There are several great arm exercises. Image Credit: Antonio_Diaz/iStock/GettyImages These days there are too many gym machines to name, making getting a good arm workout even more confusing than before. Truth is, you need a fraction of the arm machines at the gym to build muscle and burn fat. Get to know the best ones, and you’ll be ready to wear your tank tops with confidence. Advertisement Using the Triceps Extension Machine In a study by researchers from the American Council on Exercise (ACE), overhead extensions were among the most effective for eliciting muscle activity in the triceps muscles on the backs of the upper arms....

Cherries are filled with beneficial nutrients that can help keep you full and protect against free radicals. Image Credit: GANNAMARTYSHEVA/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Sweet Cherries Black Cherries Acerola (West Indian) Cherries Vitamin C Copper Potassium B Vitamins Iron Fiber Sterols Antioxidants Glycemic Index Cherries, when they're baked in a pie or freshly picked off the tree, are cherished for their distinctive taste. Advertisement But flavor is not the only benefit these fleshy stone fruits bring to the table: Cherries are loaded with valuable nutrients that can protect your skin, heart and digestive system....

Close-up of a spoon laying on top of a pile of red lentils. Image Credit: KSevchenko/iStock/Getty Images Sprouting seeds and beans increases their vitamin levels, according to David B. Fankhauser, Ph.D. at the University of Cleveland Claremont College. Sprouted lentil beans contain vitamins A, B, C and E, all of which are important to your overall health. Sprouting lentil seeds is not difficult to do at home, but make sure your purchase seeds meant for sprouting....

Building muscles takes time. Image Credit: South_agency/E+/GettyImages Getting muscular and building big biceps, thick thighs and boulder shoulders isn’t a quick process. Building muscle takes time and consistency in your approach to training and nutrition. Advertisement When starting on your journey from scrawny to brawny, a realistic expectation of your muscle gain timeline involved can help keep you on track. Video of the Day Read more: The 6 Rules of Gaining Muscle Mass Muscle Gain Timeline The rate of muscle building differs for men and women....

A Greek salad is a twist on a traditional tossed green salad that usually includes feta cheese, olives, cucumber, red onion and olive oil, in addition to the standard lettuce and tomato. The inclusion of these additional ingredients is a healthy way to punch up the nutrition of your salad by adding key vitamins and minerals to your salad. Vegetables The bulk of a Greek salad is made up of the leafy greens, tomatoes, onions and cucumbers....

Weight gainer and muscle mass gainer side effects include a long list of health risks. Image Credit: iprogressman/iStock/GettyImages Muscle mass gainer and weight gainer products promise increases in muscle size and claim to make it easy to pack on the pounds. However, in most cases, if you eat a healthy diet, nutritional supplements aren’t needed. It’s more important to know that the products can have harmful health effects. Advertisement Gainer supplements come in shakes, powders and other forms, and their components vary....

Unsweetened, low-fat milk is a healthy choice for people with diabetes. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Getty Images A cold glass of milk invigorates your taste buds and gives you a boost of calcium, but people with diabetes need to be selective with their milk choices. Milk provides important nutrients for bone health, but some varieties contain large amounts of saturated fat and sugar, which should be limited in a diabetes diet. Advertisement Milk on a Diabetes Diet According to ‘‘Diabetes Forecast,’’ a publication from the American Diabetes Association, diabetes increases your chance of developing bone fractures, a risk that increases as you age and lose bone mass....

references American Osteopathic Association: "Poll finds 86% of Americans take vitamins or supplements" NIH: "Potassium — Fact Sheet for Consumers" MedlinePlus.gov: "Potassium in diet" University of Michigan: "Getting Enough Potassium" Persona Nutrition NIH: "Potassium — Fact Sheet for Health Professionals" Many multis don't contain potassium, so you'll have to get your daily dose through food. Image Credit: Valeriy_G/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Valeriy_G/iStock/GettyImages Potassium 101 Potassium in Multivs Low and High Levels Potassium is a crucial nutrient for proper health....

Avocado is a great place to start for healthy skin, but the other toppings you sprinkle on your toast can also add glow and luster. Image Credit: 1989_s/iStock/GettyImages If you want to start each day by adding healthy luster to your skin, there’s one breakfast dermatologists recommend you eat: avocado toast topped with lime juice, berries and seeds. Advertisement You may associate this staple with trendy cafes, but it's easy to make at home....

Shoulderstand stimulates the lung meridians. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages Sinus congestion, also known as rhinitis, can be caused by viral infections, allergies, sensitivity to dry, cold or damp air, and many other triggers. Advertisement For some people it's chronic and for others it's occasional, but for everyone it's universally unpleasant and frequently debilitating, leading to headaches, lost sleep and poor concentration. Video of the Day Known in Ayurvedic medicine as dushta pratishyaya_,_ sinusitis is an ancient problem that the modern world seems to have made worse....

Implementing healthy eating and exercise can help you create a sustainable weight-loss goal. Image Credit: blackCAT/iStock/GettyImages No matter where you start, weight loss is a challenging process that takes diligence, patience and some self-affirmation. But know this: While losing 30 pounds in five months may require changes to your diet and exercise, it’s a totally attainable goal. Advertisement As you embark on your weight-loss journey, keep in mind that everybody responds differently to changes in lifestyle....

Slim down your thighs. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Lightwavemedia/Getty Images The thighs are challenging parts of the body to tone, especially if you’re slightly overweight. While it might be tempting to do repeated leg press sets, that exercise will tone your muscles, but won’t necessarily give you smaller thighs. In fact, if you bulk up too much, you may end up with even bigger thighs. A fitness routine that takes your entire body into account is the only way to shrink your thighs....

Making hot dogs in your Crock-Pot is an easy, cost-efficient way to feed a crowd of hungry kids. Image Credit: jenifoto/iStock/GettyImages When life gets busy, it’s good to be able to rely on your slow cooker — better known by the brand name Crock-Pot — to ensure you have something warm waiting for you when you get home. Making hot dogs in your Crock-Pot is an easy, cost-efficient way to feed a crowd of hungry kids....

Using prime rib broth as a base for soups gives your bowl extra flavor. Image Credit: VICUSCHKA/Moment/GettyImages Prime rib roast can be pricey, so it’s worthwhile to cook down the bones into a rich soup stock to use as a base for a few more meals. Advertisement Making beef stock takes time but very little effort: You simply cover the rib bones, a few cups of vegetables and a handful of herbs with water and allow the stock to cook to full flavor....

Wearing a mask is a key way to protect yourself and others when flying. Image Credit: adamkaz/E+/GettyImages For over a year, the coronavirus pandemic has made traveling a no-go for the majority of people. The threat of contracting or spreading the virus has kept many of us close to home, observing social distancing measures, and for good reason. Advertisement Indeed, the number of airplane passengers dropped throughout the pandemic, but many are taking to the skies again....

A woman is tracking exercises and measurements in a journal. Image Credit: Martinina/iStock/Getty Images You need to set your sights on a goal before you start a new weight-loss plan. The goal you should focus on is your ideal weight, and it is crucially important to know that number. This is because the excess pounds of body fat you carry could increase your risk of obesity, heart disease and even certain cancers, according to the National Institutes of Health....

1 of 13 Overview No access to bands, bars, bells, balls, benches or boxes? No biggie (and no need to skip leg day). All you need is your body weight, 10 minutes (or 10 one-minute exercise breaks throughout your day) and a willingness to work hard. This lower-body blitz will sculpt all your major lower-body muscles a minute at a time, and it's a perfect temporary solution if you find yourself in a crunch, are traveling or simply don't have access to a gym....

A bowl filled with kale leaves. Image Credit: waymoreawesomer/iStock/Getty Images Kale, or Brassica oleracea L. (Acephala group), is a leafy green vegetable similar to cabbages and broccoli. You can eat kale raw or cooked, and it is a source of many essential nutrients. The vegetable can be good for weight loss if you include it as part of a calorie-controlled diet that consists primarily of moderate portions of nutrient-dense foods....