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Exercises for women over 50 are practical, yet fun. Image Credit: izusek/E+/GettyImages Beautiful aging is possible. The exercise program that is just right for women age 50 and older should provide physical activities that reduce the effects of aging. Menopause is changing your body, but menopause and well-being can go together. Exercises for women over 50 should have cardiovascular exercise, flexibility and range-of-motion movements, weight-bearing exercises for muscular strength and endurance, deep breathing and body awareness exercises....

The rowing machine is a gym's hidden weapon. Image Credit: iStock/Squaredpixels The rowing machine. You’ve seen it in the corner of countless gyms, lonely and unused. So what is this thing? How do you use it? And why should you give this machine a try? Advertisement Bottom line: You won't get a better full-body workout on any other piece of equipment in the gym. The indoor-rowing machine (also known as the ergometer, or erg) engages your legs, hips, core, back and arms....

Baked pork spare ribs. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images The darlings of the summer barbecue, ribs can also be cooked indoors year-round in the oven. Baked slowly at low heat, they’ll come out juicy and tender. Use mesquite seasoning or liquid smoke to mimic the flavor of an outdoor grill and allow about two hours from start to finish. Advertisement Spare Ribs 101 Spare ribs come from the mid-to-end portion of the hog’s rib cage and are tougher, larger and meatier than baby back ribs....

Bicycling is a great workout for everyone. Image Credit: GibsonPictures/E+/GettyImages You’d like to add bicycling to your fitness program, but first you want to look at the cycling benefits and disadvantages. If you decide to jump in, you’ll receive terrific cardio and muscle-building benefits, and you’ll enjoy some quality time in the great outdoors. Advertisement Enjoy These Advantages of Bicycling Bicycling can deliver a workout geared to your ​personal fitness level....

The effects of grinding your teeth go beyond your mouth. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative What Really Happens to Your Body When examines the head-to-toe effects of common behaviors, actions and habits in your everyday life. Maybe you find yourself unintentionally clenching your jaw during stressful moments, or while you’re engaged in focused activities. Or perhaps your partner has shared that during the night, you grind your teeth together, making unpleasant noises....

Close-up of an assortment of vitamins. Image Credit: manu10319/iStock/Getty Images Your body maintains a delicate balance with your blood to ensure you have enough blood and that it is not too thick or too thin. Over time, excess cholesterol or clotting factors in your blood can make your blood thicker and more likely to clot – an occurrence that can lead to a heart attack or stroke. While your physician may prescribe medications to thin the blood, certain vitamins also have been shown to have blood-thinning effects....

Eating low-calorie, high-volume foods can help you feel full as you lose weight. Image Credit: Bogdan Kurylo/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Volume Eating High-Volume, Low-Calorie Foods Benefits Drawbacks Losing weight by eating more is like winning the weight-loss lottery — it sounds almost too good to be true. But that's the idea behind volume eating: You eat more because you're choosing foods that are high in nutrients and low in calories. Advertisement Swapping some of the high-calorie choices in your diet for high-volume, low-calorie foods can help you maintain a calorie deficit while warding off hunger (because no one likes a grumbling stomach)....

Ways to Tell If You Are Ready to Turn Pro in Boxing Image Credit: OSTILL/iStock/GettyImages For rising amateur boxers, the temptation to turn pro can be strong. Not only is the platform and viewership significantly greater for pro boxers, but the desire to actually get paid for the hours of dedicated training is understandably great. Turning pro too quickly, however, can cut short an otherwise promising career and increase the risk of significant injuries....

Close up of pickled ginger. Ginger root, a key ingredient in many Asian dishes, can be prepared in many ways. Its strong and spicy flavor is enhanced via one method of preparing ginger -- to pickle it in a solution of vinegar and several other seasonings. Research does not entirely support the presumed benefits of eating pickled ginger but many herbalists believe that it does offer several health benefits. Advertisement Source of Nutrients Ginger, including pickled ginger, isn’t usually consumed in large quantities making its nutritional value minimal....

Although some back pain requires medical intervention, appropriate exercise and stretching are often enough to address mild discomfort. Image Credit: microgen/iStock/GettyImages If you have tight back muscles, you’re far from alone: According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, about 80 percent of adults experience low-back problems at some point, and it’s the leading cause of job-related disability and missed work days. Advertisement The causes of back pain and stiffness range from a sedentary lifestyle to injuries, accidents and age-related changes to the spine....

As long as you follow your doctor's instructions after a cardiac ablation, you should be able to resume normal activities within a few days of the procedure. Image Credit: Michael Heim / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages A cardiac ablation is a medical procedure that destroys areas of your heart that might be causing an arrhythmia, or an abnormal heart rate. The purpose of the procedure is to allow a normal heart rate to resume....

Try a little meditation first. Image Credit: David-Prado/iStock/GettyImages Most people know that, if you eat more calories than your body needs, you’ll gain weight. But you may not know that other biological factors play a role in weight gain, too. In particular, a hormone called cortisol is integral to weight gain, and too much cortisol can even make weight loss more difficult. Advertisement If you're trying to lose weight, finding ways to reduce your body's cortisol level may help you drop excess pounds....

Cellulose is an insoluble dietary fiber made up of glucose polymers that are found in all plant cell walls. Image Credit: fortyforks/iStock/GettyImages Part of the dietary fiber family, cellulose is one of several insoluble large-chain polymers that are present in plant food sources. A high-cellulose foods list includes many vegetables and fruits, as well as beans like navy and mung beans. Advertisement Tip Cellulose is an insoluble dietary fiber made up of glucose polymers that are found in all plant cell walls....

Metabolic syndrome is a condition diagnosed by your doctor. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages When you hear the term “metabolic syndrome,” you might think it has to do with a slow or wonky metabolism, but the condition is actually much more complicated. It occurs when several health factors (think: high blood pressure and cholesterol) come together and, like a brewing storm, signal a higher risk for more serious ailments like diabetes and heart disease....

The main protein found in eggs is ovalbumin. Image Credit: natalie_board/iStock/GettyImages Getting enough protein each day is essential for the health of your bones, cartilage, muscles and skin. Finding ways to sneak a healthy dose of protein into each meal is possible with some planning and creativity. One way to start your day off right is to rely on the protein in egg whites and yolk. Advertisement Tip The main protein found in eggs is ovalbumin....

Rest days are supposed to be relaxing, but what happens when your mind won't relax? Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages Does the idea of not exercising for one whole day stress you out? Maybe it makes you feel lazy or you’re afraid of gaining weight. There are so many reasons people struggle with taking a day off from working out. Advertisement But here's a comforting fact: One rest day won't sabotage all your hard work and fitness gains....

If you're picking blackberries, watch out for thorns. Image Credit: Cavan Images/Cavan/GettyImages If you’ve ever hiked an off-road wooded path and stumbled upon wild blackberry bushes, you know the plump, darkly colored berries taste deliciously sweet right off the bush. Advertisement If they don't grow wild in your area, you can get the berries year-round from the produce or freezer section of your grocery store — or maybe from a farmers market during the warmer months of the year....

Teas that contain peppermint, ginger and green tea are all good for digestion. Image Credit: LightFieldStudios/iStock/GettyImages Swapping out your morning coffee with a tea for digestion could be an excellent way to kickstart your day. Several herbal teas, such as peppermint and ginger, and also green tea are touted as top picks for beverages that may help ease some common stomach ailments. Advertisement Tip Teas that contain peppermint, ginger and green tea are all good for digestion....

A glass of whiskey on a bar. Image Credit: rez-art/iStock/Getty Images Many health benefits are associated with drinking a moderate amount of alcohol each day – such as lowering blood pressure, improving insulin sensitivity and reducing risk of developing cancer and heart disease. However, excessive alcohol intake can have negative health effects, such as liver disease and cancer. Alcohol can lower your blood sugar and, if you have diabetes, may interact with your diabetes medication....

Even if your goal is to shed pounds without adding muscle, you'll still need to incorporate exercise, including steady-state cardio, HIIT and strength training. Image Credit: PeopleImages/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Create a Calorie Deficit Opt for Quality Calories Exercise Many people have an ideal weight and body type in mind, and gaining muscle and possibly "bulking up" while shedding fat may not be on their agenda. If that's the case for you, know that watching your calories and sticking to a healthy diet while following a specific exercise routine can help you lose weight and stay toned without building bulky muscle mass....