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Exhaustion comes early for those who are exercise intolerant. Image Credit: svetikd/E+/GettyImages Exercise intolerance is a common symptom among those who have heart disease, mitochondrial disease or metabolic disorders. In such cases, the normal conversion of food or oxygen into energy is disrupted, leaving the patient without an adequate supply, according to Mito Action. Advertisement Degrees of exercise intolerance can vary: It can exhibit itself after the mildest exertions or require more sustained effort to be recognized....

The caffeine in a soda may elevate your heart rate. Image Credit: Dimitri Otis/Photographer’s Choice RF/GettyImages Sugary drinks, including sodas, loom large in the American diet. Beyond the ill effects of consuming sugar-sweetened beverages daily lies another risk: the potential to experience heart-racing discomfort from caffeine consumption. Advertisement ​Read more:​ The Top 10 Worst Soft Drinks For Your Health Video of the Day Caffeine and Your Heart Rate The caffeine in dark-colored and light-colored sodas “can elevate heart rate just as it can when consuming coffee,” explains Connie Diekman, RD, MEd, a food and nutrition consultant, former president of the American Dietetic Association and former director of university nutrition at Washington University in St....

Drugs That Dissolve Artery Plaque Image Credit: Motortion/iStock/GettyImages A buildup of plaque in your arteries can potentially put your heart, brain and body at risk. But as the Cleveland Clinic points out, a class of drugs called statins targets plaque in a way that can dramatically lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. Advertisement Plaque Causes Atherosclerosis One of the major drivers of heart disease is atherosclerosis, which occurs when arteries narrow and clog as plaque accumulates over time, according to the U....

Doing some upper-body, core and balance exercises will help you avoid injuries during your rides. Image Credit: adamkaz/E+/GettyImages Training wheels save the day when you learn to ride a bike as a kid. But if you’re learning in middle age — or getting reacquainted after a few years out of the saddle — you only have yourself to rely on to avoid spills. Advertisement That's why it's crucial to build up your balance and coordination if your goal is cycling for exercise, especially as you age and problems with balance become more common, according to the National Institute on Aging....

To find the best running socks for you, consider factors like breathability, sweat-wicking fabrics and no-fall heel tabs. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com How We Chose Best for Breathability Best for Durability Best Crew Height Best Ankle Length Best Sweat-Wicking Best Compression Best Heel Tab Best Minimal Cushion Best for Thick Ankles Shopping Tips Manufacturers typically market socks according to gender, so we have listed both women’s and men’s picks below....

Pullups primarily work your lats. Image Credit: nishka321/iStock/Getty Images Just about every pullup engages your lats. Unlike chinups, which exert biceps more, pullups primarily target lats. Other muscles such as your triceps, shoulders and core play supporting roles. For a lat workout, try standard, wide, narrow or sternum pullups. Advertisement Basics Pullups are not chinups. You use a pronated grip – palms face away – during pullups. You use a supinated grip – palms face you – during chinups....

A man eats a salad at a restaurant. Image Credit: KatieSik/iStock/Getty Images High blood pressure puts you at risk for developing heart disease as well as other serious health conditions including kidney disease, memory loss, vision impairment, angina and fluid in your lungs. Losing weight, reducing sodium in your diet and adding potassium and fiber can help lower your blood pressure. Salads provide a low-calorie way to enrich your diet with potassium and fiber....

Win your match in the best tennis clothes for women, which combine fashion and function. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative In This Article How We Chose Best Top Best Sports Bra Best Skirt Best Shorts Best Dress Best Pants Best Socks Best Shoes Best Sunglasses Best Hat/Visor Shopping Tips Few sports combine fashion with performance like tennis. Like Serena and Venus Williams' history-making tennis outfits of the early 2000s or the court-inspired athleisure looks making the rounds on social media, it's clear that tennis — and tennis clothes — have staying power....

Don't get lost in the monotony of standard rep schemes — shake things up with a pyramid workout. Image Credit: nortonrsx/iStock/GettyImages Bored with the same old three sets of eight to 12 reps? In honor of ‘Palindrome Week’ (each date this week is a palindrome — cool, no?), we asked Samantha Ciaccia, certified strength and conditioning specialist, to create a fun ‘Palindrome Workout’ — better known as a pyramid or ladder workout....

The CICO diet gets a few things wrong when it comes to healthy and sustainable weight loss. Image Credit: KucherAV/iStock/GettyImages If you think back far enough, you’ll recall the days when Target was just another discount retail store. But with some clever strategy, the chain has become common ground for social media influencers, cosmopolitan change-makers and at-home moms, alike. That’s the power of rebranding. Advertisement Much like today's Target, the CICO diet is a new-and-improved version of an old concept: If you burn more calories than you take in, you'll lose weight....

1 of 13 Overview With decadent entrèes, spiked beverages and calorie-laden desserts, the holidays seem to threaten healthy diets far and wide. And while indulging a little, especially around the holidays, can be healthy for your mindset, it can be difficult to stay on course. It’s also no fun — not to mention nearly impossible — to skip all of the delicious indulgences of the season. However, there are some key foods that are best left on your blacklist....

Processed foods, like burgers, are high in sodium and may cause bloating. Image Credit: Anastasiia Stiahailo/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Fluid Retention Causes Salty Foods High-Carb Foods Remedies Does your weight fluctuate from one day to the next? The average person can easily gain a few pounds on any given day due to water weight. Certain foods, especially those high in sodium and carbs, only make things worse. Advertisement Tip High-sodium and high-carb foods are often the culprits behind fluid retention....

Plate of cooked sardines with lemon wedge Image Credit: Viktorija Kuprijanova/iStock/Getty Images Fish not only incorporate variety into your diet, but they also benefit your heart. The Harvard School of Public Health notes that eating 6 ounces of fatty fish each week lowers your heart disease risk by more than one-third. Canned tuna and sardines both boost your fish intake and offer several nutritional advantages, including protein and healthy fat. The nutritional profiles of tuna and sardines differ slightly, however, and they offer slightly different amounts of vitamins and minerals....

Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties. Image Credit: AnnaPustynnikova/iStock/GettyImages Turmeric is an important spice in Indian and many South Asian cuisines where it has been used for centuries. Turmeric’s golden hue adds bright color to curry and other Indian dishes, but Indian and Asian cultures have also revered this spice for its natural anti-inflammatory curcuminoids. Advertisement Tip Add turmeric for color and flavor to rice dishes and curries. Turmeric has for centuries been thought to have anti-inflammatory qualities, which may help with weight loss....

Himalayan pink sea salt comes from Pakistan. Image Credit: bit245/iStock/GettyImages It’s funny how rumors get started and then passed around as fact — like how George Washington had wooden teeth. While not as widespread, claims about Himalayan salt nutrition aren’t true either. There are trace amounts of minerals, but it’s impossible to know how many. Advertisement Facts About Himalayan Sea Salt Whether because of its attractive pink color or some strategic marketing — or both — Himalayan pink salt has become a staple in spice racks around the country....

Woman at desk holding her stomach in pain Image Credit: Alliance/iStock/Getty Images For most people, whey protein supplements in recommended doses don’t pose any health threats. In fact, studies have shown that taking whey isolate may improve your blood cholesterol levels, blood sugar levels and other health factors. Like any supplement, though, whey isolate is not guaranteed to be safe for everyone, especially if you take it in large amounts....

A woman is pulling baked goods out of her oven. Image Credit: Jack Hollingsworth/Blend Images/Getty Images Accurate oven temperature is essential when baking bread, cakes or cookies. If your oven is set too low or does not heat to the correct temperature, it can alter the cooking time, texture and color of your cakes and other baked goods. Although an oven thermometer should prevent a too-cool oven, not all oven thermometers are accurate....

Image Credit: diego_cervo/iStock/Getty Images A healthy weight is important at every stage of life for maintaining good health and personal productivity and especially important to older adults because of the physiological changes that occur in the body as people age. Weight loss and a low body weight are two risk factors associated with inadequate calorie and protein consumption in older adults. A low body weight can have a negative impact on strength, energy levels and overall quality of life....

The best time of day to take 5-HTP depends on why you're taking the supplement. Image Credit: Tassii/E+/GettyImages In This Article Dosage and Timing Benefits Side Effects and Safety If you're looking for a dietary supplement that might help treat depression, you may have come across 5-HTP, or 5-hydroxytryptophan. This chemical has also shown promise in the treatment of insomnia, fibromyalgia, migraine headaches and obesity, according to Mount Sinai. Advertisement Your body uses 5-HTP to make serotonin, a chemical in your brain that plays an important role in your mood, sleep, digestion and sexual desire, among other bodily functions, according to the Cleveland Clinic....

Feeling bloated or gassy is often connected with low-carb diets that are lacking fiber and proper hydration. Image Credit: AleksandarNakic/E+/GettyImages Cutting carbohydrates is often thought to be a straight-forward method for losing weight quickly, but it doesn’t come without repercussions. Advertisement One very common side effect of cutting out carbs is gastrointestinal discomfort — particularly in the form of gas and bloat. If you're experiencing these uncomfortable stomach issues, you may want to explore the reasons why and what you can do to calm them....