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Manuka honey benefits range from suppressing a cold to aiding in wound healing. Image Credit: ValentynVolkov/iStock/GettyImages For millennia, people have used honey to treat wounds, improve digestion or calm coughs. But more recently, a type of honey that’s reputed to be even more powerful than others, known as Mānuka, has become wildly popular. Advertisement And the hype around it has led people to cough up some serious cash for the natural sweetener....

Comfort is key during pregnancy as the body already experiences numerous aches and pains. Pregnancy can cause a person's body to change shape and size several times before the baby arrives. It isn't uncommon for a person to wake up and be unable to button the pants they wore the night before. Sometimes clothes are uncomfortably tight or they place pressure on certain parts of the body. Marjorie Greenfield, M.D., of DrSpock....

Woman holding her stomach Image Credit: lolostock/iStock/Getty Images NOS Energy drink is a highly caffeinated beverage intended to provide increased alertness and physical energy. Although NOS Energy drink can provide some beneficial effects, several ingredients in the product may promote adverse effects. Because of the potential for dangerous side effects, you should review the ingredients in NOS Energy carefully and consider whether NOS Energy may interfere with any medications you take....

One way to lower your risk of developing gestational diabetes is to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet. Image Credit: los_angela/iStock/GettyImages Thousands of expecting mothers develop diabetes during pregnancy. A personalized, gestational diabetes diet can help balance your blood sugar levels and prevent complications. Simple dietary changes, such as cutting back on sugar and eating smaller, more frequent meals, can make all the difference. Advertisement What Is Gestational Diabetes? Up to 10 percent of pregnant women in the U....

Flossing anytime is good for your teeth, but there are two good reasons to floss before brushing. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages Flossing: The daily habit you should have, but if we’re being honest, most of us don’t. Just about one-third of adults 30 and older say they floss daily, according to the ​Journal of Periodontology​. (Most people say they floss weekly, which is six fewer times than recommended, btw.) Advertisement So, of course, the first order of business is to start flossing (more on that later), but there may be a best time to do it....

Some cultures have used dandelion roots to treat everything from liver ailments to heartburn to lactation problems. Image Credit: dulezidar/iStock/GettyImages Having dandelions in your yard can be annoying, but they can be beneficial. Some cultures have used these common weeds — whose scientific name is Taraxacum officinale — to treat everything from liver ailments to heartburn to lactation problems. Advertisement You can find wine made from the yellow flowers, vitamin- and mineral-packed dandelion greens in the produce section of your supermarket, and herbal teas made from the root of the plant — but be aware of potential dandelion tea side effects....

Exercise helps increase your lung capacity. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages When you exercise, your lungs take in oxygen, which is delivered to your muscles to use to complete the exercise. One of the benefits of exercise on the respiratory system is that it may help to increase your lung capacity or the amount of air you get with each breath. Advertisement Tip Your lung capacity may increase with aerobic exercise that makes you breathe harder....

A salad prepared with a variety of beans. Image Credit: Elenathewise/iStock/Getty Images Canned beans are healthy additions to any of your meals. Canned beans are usually low in saturated fat and calories, but contain high fiber content. A diet high in fiber can help ensure your bowel movements are regular. A high-fiber diet may also reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes. According to the Institute of Medicine, women should eat 25 grams of fiber a day, while men should consume 38 grams a day....

Gammon is similar to ham. Image Credit: VeselovaElena/iStock/GettyImages Gammon is the meat obtained from the hind leg of the pig. It is very similar to ham, and in fact, it is sometimes described as a type of ham. The main difference between gammon and traditional ham is the way the two are cured. Advertisement Both are cured with brine, however, ham is cured by first cutting the meat from the carcass and subsequently adding salt to the meat, while gammon is cut away from the carcass after salting....

2 pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw. Pulled pork and pulled chicken are slow-cooked, tender, barbecue-style meats. Although nutrition information can vary depending on the recipe, ingredients and chef, pulled chicken is lower in calories and fat than pulled pork, making it a healthier choice. Knowing the specifics can help you determine which meat works best on your diet plan. Advertisement Calories Whether you make your own pulled meats or purchase them ready-made, calories can vary....

Dietitians break down the benefits of quitting caffeine as well as the not-so-great side effects (like caffeine withdrawal). 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. If your main motivation for getting out of bed is a steaming cup of coffee, we’re with you. In fact, 85 percent of Americans drink at least one caffeinated beverage every day, per January 2014 research in ​Food and Chemical Toxicology​​....

This low-calorie, low-fat banana pancake recipe is made with just four ingredients. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com There are few things better than waking up on Sunday morning and downing a stack of pancakes. The only problem is that most pancake recipes are loaded with calories, sugar, carbs and saturated fat. Fortunately for you, this four-ingredient banana pancake recipe defies the “pancakes-are-bad-for-you” stereotype. Advertisement You're probably asking yourself, "How are they delicious if they're not filled with oil and sugar?...

A teenage boy on a sports field. Image Credit: Roger Weber/Photodisc/Getty Images When done properly, weight training offers numerous health benefits to 13-year-old boys. In fact, the American College of Sports Medicine states that a child can safely participate in weight training as long as they are mature enough to follow directions. Although they may not see significant improvements in muscle mass, 13-year-old boys will develop strength and endurance. To prevent injury, boys should focus closely on exercise technique and an adult should supervise their training....

Scooper filled with linseeds Image Credit: MamaMiaPL/iStock/Getty Images Bread made with soy flour and linseed, or flaxseed, can be a good alternative to white bread if you are looking for some extra nutrition or if you have gluten sensitivities and cannot eat wheat products. Soy and linseed bread may provide some health benefits, but it cannot cure or prevent specific diseases, so talk to your doctor if you have health concerns....

Left sided abdominal pain can reflect stomach or intestinal disorders. Image Credit: PixelsEffect/E+/GettyImages Diagnosing abdominal pain is tricky due to the plethora of organs and structures in the abdomen. The causes of left sided abdominal pain, specifically felt after eating, can usually be pinpointed to the structures on that side of the belly. St. John Providence Health System of Michigan provides an anatomy lesson showing the stomach, small intestine and colon fill the left side of the abdominal cavity....

Grenade Fat Burner may help improve your physique, but there is a risk of side effects. Grenade Fat Burner is a dietary supplement intended to promote weight and fat loss and intensify your workouts. Grenade contains a blend of stimulants such as caffeine and some herbal extracts, including bitter orange. While Grenade Fat Burner may help you reach your goals, there are potential side effects. Consult a doctor prior to using Grenade or any other supplements and discontinue its use if you experience adverse effects....

Diet and exercise isn't all that affects weight loss and gain. Your metabolism also plays a role. Image Credit: munakata/iStock/GettyImages You and your friend eat and drink the same amount of the same foods and beverages, and you gain weight and your friend never does. It’s possible that you and your friend have different metabolisms. Advertisement "People with fast metabolism are able to eat large quantities of food and not gain any weight," says Rajsree Nambudripad, MD, an integrative medicine specialist with St....

Sliced deli meats and cheeses on a board. Image Credit: Lawkeeper/iStock/Getty Images Autolyzed yeast extract is a substance that results when yeast is broken down into its constituent components. It naturally contains free glutamic acid, or monosodium glutamate, and is often used as a less expensive substitute for MSG. As a natural component of autolyzed yeast extract, MSG does not have to be listed separately in the ingredients, so look for the yeast extract on the label if you’re sensitive to MSG....

The erector spinae and multifidus muscles are used in back extensions. Image Credit: jacoblund/iStock/Getty Images It is a small miracle that the human body is so well coordinated that all of its roughly 650 muscles work in harmony to make you move. Each muscle group has an opposite muscle group that keeps it in check. When your muscles move your body in a certain way, the muscles producing the movement become the agonists....

According to Diageo, the company that owns the brand, a 35 milliliter (1.18 fluid ounces) serving of regular Crown Royal contains 77 calories and 11 grams of alcohol. Image Credit: LeszekCzerwonka/iStock/GettyImages Do you enjoy a drink of Crown Royal from time to time? Interested in learning more about how its nutrition may affect your weight loss efforts? As one of the first spirits to provide nutrition information right on the bottle, you’ll be better equipped to make healthy choices about consumption....