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Fried pickles are certainly not the most nutritious snack. Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images Pickles are a condiment or snack that combines the cucumber with salt, vinegar and spices. People have been eating pickles since ancient Egyptian times. Pickles themselves make a low-calorie addition to your diet, although they are high in sodium, but frying them significantly increases their calorie and fat content. Knowing the nutrition information for a fried pickle may make you think twice before indulging in this snack food....

Even a cheap diet plan can be a healthy one — it just takes a little planning and knowledge. Image Credit: Karisssa/iStock/GettyImages Even a cheap diet plan can be a healthy one — it just takes a little planning and knowledge. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it takes just three simple steps to start eating healthy: Plan, compare and prepare. Advertisement That is, plan out your shopping trips, compare prices before you hit the market and prepare your foods ahead of time....

Many athletes turn to D-aspartic acid bodybuilding supplements to help them build more muscle. Image Credit: itakdalee/iStock/GettyImages Many athletes turn to d-aspartic acid bodybuilding supplements to help them build more muscle. Although most studies have shown minimal d-aspartic acid side effects, studies are limited with virtually no knowledge of what — if any — long-term side effects exist. Advertisement What Is Aspartic Acid? Aspartic acid, or d-aspartic acid, is a non-essential amino acid....

Upgrade your nighttime dessert or post-gym snack with these healthy cookie brands. Image Credit: Angela Kotsell/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Angela Kotsell/iStock/GettyImages How We Chose Protein Cookie Brands What to Look For Always pay attention to serving size, so you don’t unintentionally overload on calories. Many products list a 1/2 or 1/3 of a cookie as a serving size, Shah says. Visit Page https://www.amazon.com Keep in mind: This cookie contains erythritol, which may cause GI distress for some, Shah says....

Stay upright on your paddleboard by doing your homework (a.k.a. this twist). Image Credit: Kelsey Tucker/DescribeTheFauna.com Image Credit: Kelsey Tucker/DescribeTheFauna.com Hitting the waves? Start with this pose to protect your core from injury. Image Credit: Kelsey Tucker/DescribeTheFauna.com Want surfer's abs? Better get to planking! Image Credit: Kelsey Tucker/DescribeTheFauna.com Your calves do a lot of the work when you're hiking. Image Credit: Kelsey Tucker/DescribeTheFauna.com Don't let shin splints ruin a perfectly good hike....

Drinking fluids and keeping hydrated is key when you have a stomach bug. Image Credit: Twenty20/@crystalmariesing A stomach bug or the stomach flu is layman’s terms for a condition called viral gastroenteritis. It can afflict anyone of any age, but in kids it’s typically caused by rotavirus, and in adults it’s typically caused by norovirus. Viral gastroenteritis happens suddenly and typically subsides in less than a week. Food poisoning can also lead to gastroenteritis, but food poisoning is caused by bacteria (instead of a virus)....

Yogurt with live bacteria can prevent diarrhea. Image Credit: Lazy_Bear/iStock/GettyImages It sounds contradictory, yet it’s true: You may need to avoid milk when you have diarrhea, but a milk product can also help prevent it. Some differences among types of yogurt, such as whether it contains fruit, won’t impact diarrhea. But a few factors when eating yogurt for diarrhea are important. Advertisement Greek yogurt is the best choice and, if possible, avoid brands with artificial sweeteners....

Woman examining her skin in the mirror. Image Credit: mheim3011/iStock/Getty Images For better or worse, fasting has played an intrinsic role in various cultural, dietary and healing practices for centuries. Skinverse reports that short-term fasting is a natural aspect of healing, citing wounded animals that cease eating until their injuries have healed. Likewise, some findings indicate that short-term fasting may inhibit certain skin conditions and detoxify skin impurities. Consult your doctor before embarking on any fast, which is intended only for short-term use and may have adverse effects....

Holding in farts can lead to bloating and discomfort, and it can have more serious side effects for some people. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. In This Article Fart Basics Effects of Holding It Risks Tips to Reduce Gas Bottom Line While we may not talk about it, passing gas is something we all do multiple times a day....

There is no one ideal weight for petite women. It's best to discuss a healthy weight for you with your doctor. Image Credit: Andrew Blyth/iStock/Getty Images Your ideal body weight is largely based on your height. Even petite women can use their height to calculate their ideal body weight. However, it’s also established by your body frame, which falls into one of three categories: small, medium and large. From there, you should also determine your body mass index, a measurement of body composition, as well as your body fat percentage....

If you want to lose weight and keep it off in the long run, avoid meal-replacement diets that don't teach you to make healthy meals with whole foods. Image Credit: RossHelen/iStock/GettyImages When you’re looking to shed a few pounds, you might be focused on quick results. And though many diets might help you drop a pants size super fast, you should be asking whether the same eating plan can help you keep off the weight in the long run....

Sit-ups work the rectus abdominus, where the proverbial six-pack abs reside. Image Credit: mihailomilovanovic/E+/GettyImages Push-ups and sit-ups have been the mainstay of home calisthenics routine for decades and with good reason. Between the two exercises, your core, your upper body and your back are strengthened. And of course there’s the great advantage of having a well-rounded workout you can do anytime, anywhere — great for travel or when you don’t have access to a gym....

Tae Bo Image Credit: Arne Trautmann/iStock/Getty Images Tae Bo, a combination of martial arts and boxing with some dance moves mixed in, is one of the most popular exercise methods ever devised. Developed by martial artist Billy Blanks in 1976, Tae Bo promises to tone the body while giving a good cardiovascular workout. It is designed to burn fat, help with losing weight and teach some self-defense techniques. Advertisement Building and Toning Tae Bo was titled based on the Korean word “Tae” – meaning foot or leg – to represent kicking and lower body movements, and “Bo” – short for boxing – to represent the upper body striking and defense....

A torn gastrocnemius muscle is a severe injury to the back of the calf area of the leg. During a muscle strain, the muscle tissue fibers disengage and separate slightly. An excessive strain can tear this tissue so that any strength imparted by cohesion of the muscle fibers is lost. Muscle strain symptoms may develop immediately or over time due to systematic overuse. Muscle weakness, tissue inflammation and leg pain can be addressed through home and medical treatments....

Baking fish is a simple and straightforward cooking method. Once the fish has been scaled, cleaned and filleted, bake it in the oven according to your favorite recipe. When you don't have a recipe to follow, determine oven temperature and cooking time based on a few factors. Use the bake setting on your oven for dry heat. The size and thickness of the fish dictate the length of cooking time....

Whole wheat penne with tomato sauce Image Credit: dulezidar/iStock/Getty Images Most pasta products on supermarket shelves contain wheat flour. Exceptions include rice noodles or pasta that has been made using ingredients other than wheat, such as buckwheat or mung bean starch. The difference between what many people commonly refer to as “white” pasta and “wheat” pasta is that “white” pasta is made using mostly refined wheat flour, while “wheat” pasta is made using mostly whole wheat flour....

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), fructan intolerance or garlic intolerance may explain why garlic causes stomach pain. Image Credit: Robert Daly/OJO Images/GettyImages When you think of garlic, stomach pain probably isn’t the first thing to come to mind. While garlic can be an excellent way to flavor a dish and even make it healthier, it can also cause abdominal pain and other unwanted symptoms in some people. Advertisement Tip Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), fructan intolerance or garlic intolerance may explain why garlic causes stomach pain....

Too much inactivity can contribute to a growing stomach. Image Credit: Ozgur Donmaz/Photodisc/Getty Images You don’t want to look down and see your stomach getting bigger, but sometimes, it happens. As life gets hectic, a healthy diet and lifestyle start to take a back seat, and the number on the scale creeps up. There are many reasons for weight gain – poor diet, increased stress levels, getting older, a lack of exercise or sleep – or a combination of issues....

A box of oranges. Image Credit: unkas_photo/iStock/Getty Images Pectin is a sugar found in the walls of plants that can be used as a gelling agent, especially in jams and jellies. Although many plants have pectin, the peel of citrus fruits such as oranges is particularly rich in pectin. According to a 2011 article in the “Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources,” as much as 30 percent of citrus peel is composed of pectin....

Make sure to stay hydrated when you are working out. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages You know that exercise is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle — but when you’re exhausted after a workout and unable to do anything else the rest of the day, you might consider quitting exercise all together. Advertisement Don't give up on working out, though. Instead, make some necessary modifications to ensure your body has the energy it needs to perform well....