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Steak is high in protein. Image Credit: Pavlo_K/iStock/Getty Images A high-protein diet is a popular option individuals who are trying to lose or gain weight. Because protein constitutes the building blocks of muscle, followers of high-protein diets hope to gain muscle, or preserve muscle mass while trying to lose weight. Diets excessively high in protein can have a negative impact on the renal system, however. These effects show up in urine, which is a waste product of the renal system....

A burger with fries on a picnic table. Image Credit: ehaurylik/iStock/Getty Images Poor nutrition habits can be a behavioral health issue, because nutrition and diet affect how you feel, look, think and act. A bad diet results in lower core strength, slower problem solving ability and muscle response time, and less alertness. Poor nutrition creates many other negative health effects as well. Advertisement Obesity According to a National Center of Health Statistics 2003 survey, about 65....

GABA may support muscle growth. Image Credit: Getty Images/d3sign Gamma-aminobutyric acid, commonly called GABA, is an amino acid derivative that sends calming signals to your brain. At the time of publication, GABA is under study for use in the treatment of nerve disorders such as epilepsy and anxiety. Bodybuilders also use it to increase muscle growth. Doctors prescribe GABA in varying doses, but no safe dose has been established for taking GABA as a dietary supplement....

To stay injury-free, avoid making these common squat mistakes. Image Credit: Mykhailo Lukashuk/Tetra images/GettyImages When was the last time you did a leg workout without at least one squat variation? Maybe never. Chances are, this lower-body exercise is a central part of your workout routine, especially if you’re a fan of strength training. Advertisement But if you're doing them with improper form, you may be wasting your time or — even worse — putting yourself at risk of injury....

If you want bigger traps, you need to focus on very specific exercises. Image Credit: Eva-Katalin/E+/GettyImages Building strong traps is crucial. Forget about pecs and biceps! Nothing is more impressive and intimidating than a round set of traps sticking out of the top of your t-shirt. Guys with decent-sized arms are a dime a dozen, but to really stand out in the crowd, you need big traps. Advertisement So, how do you get big traps, and why are they such a rare sight to see?...

Losing inches off your waistline may happen if you are exercising to lose weight. You may see your waistline shrinking first, which likely means you're taking a healthy approach to weight loss. Image Credit: Thnathip Pha Tir Wat’hn / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages You’ve decided to include exercise in your weight loss plan. Congratulations! Most healthy weight loss programs include exercise. Your clothes are looser, and you feel leaner around the midsection and possibly in your thighs and hips....

Two cups of herbal sage tea on a table. Image Credit: OlgaMiltsova/iStock/Getty Images Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a perennial woody-stemmed herb which remains evergreen in milder climates and regrows each spring in areas with harsher winters. Sage has long oval-shaped pebbly-textured leaves which give off a heady aroma, which arises from sage’s essential oils. These oils are the source of the many benefits of sage tea for lung problems and common respiratory ailments....

Stretching can help improve thigh muscle mobility. Image Credit: mihailomilovanovic/iStock/GettyImages Tense thighs can make simple tasks like getting up from a chair quite difficult. Front thigh muscle tightness can be caused by such issues as poor posture, stiff hip joints, a stiff spine or too much neural stimulation in the thigh and hip flexors. Different causes of muscle tightness require different approaches to lengthen and relax the area; there are no cookie-cutter workouts that fit every situation....

Certain autoimmune diseases can cause muscle spasms in your arm. Muscle spasms can occur for a number of reasons. The most common cause of muscle spasms is muscle fatigue, or overuse of a particular muscle, according to MedlinePlus. Sometimes a muscle spasm can feel like the muscle is hard, bulging, twitching or tight. You can try to stretch your arm to relieve a muscle spasm; although, it may be painful at first....

Consider taking a walk to help stop the noise in your knee replacement. Image Credit: Lisa5201/iStock/GettyImages When you’ve had chronic knee pain, a knee replacement can give you a new lease on life, but hearing your knee replacement clicking might give you pause. Certain exercises will keep your knee functioning at its highest level and may quiet some of the noises. Advertisement Always speak to your doctor before beginning a post-surgical exercise routine....

If your brain doesn't receive enough oxygen, the results might be mild or severe. Image Credit: StockPhotosArt/iStock/GettyImages Every cell in your body needs oxygen to live and do its job properly. Your blood’s job is to bring this precious oxygen to your cells. Sometimes, however, the level of oxygen in your blood can fall below normal — a condition known as hypoxemia. Advertisement Hypoxemia can be mild or severe. If severe, without treatment, it can be fatal, according to the Mayo Clinic....

The English roast cut of meat is from the cow’s shoulder. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages Well known by the name “English roast,” other aliases for this beef cut include cross rib roast, Boston cut, beef chuck cross rib pot roast, English cut roast and thick rib roast. Meat eaters will find this cut to be suitable for braising, stewing and slow-cooking methods. Advertisement Tip The English roast cut of meat is from the cow’s shoulder....

references Celiac Disease Foundation: "What Is Gluten?" USDA: "Soy Sauce" American Heart Association: "How Much Sodium Should I Eat a Day?" Gluten Intolerance Group: "About Us" San-J: "Tamari" Kikkoman: "Making Soy Sauce" Traditional soy sauce is made with wheat, but you have plenty of flavorful options when it comes to gluten-free soy sauces or alternatives. Image Credit: Stocksy/Cameron Whiteman Image Credit: Stocksy/Cameron Whiteman Kikkoman makes a certified gluten-free version of soy sauce....

There are many different types of activewear you can wear for a race, what is the best kind? Image Credit: Getty Images/Hero Images Sure, you want to look great in race photos. But choosing the right race clothing and gear for your half-marathon is about far more than fashion. Your apparel can keep you cool, free from chafing and otherwise comfortable as you go the 13.1-mile distance. Advertisement Read more: 10 Exercises to Increase Your Running Speed Video of the Day Every runner is different, and factors such as the temperature, budget and even your hairstyle of choice play a key role in your ideal race day attire, says Kate Marlin, a running coach and co-owner of Lively Athletics, a boutique in Oak Park, Illinois....

Sometimes just standing up too quickly can cause dizziness. Image Credit: jdwfoto/iStock/Getty Images Dizziness is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctor, according to MayoClinic.com. Dizziness refers to feeling faint, unsteady or unbalanced. It can also refer to vertigo, a sensation that the room is spinning. Most causes of dizziness are not serious. It can occur after simply standing up too quickly. Other times, dizziness is a symptom of another problem....

White rice is preferred over brown by most Americans. Whole grain rice, also known as brown rice, is simply white rice that hasn't been hulled. During the hulling process, whole grain rice is stripped of its outer bran and germ components, leaving just the endosperm. This is what we commonly know as white rice. Unfortunately, 70 percent of rice eaten in the United States is the nutritionally inferior white variety. Advertisement The Grain The endosperm is nutritionally poor....

A young woman is raising her arms above her head. Image Credit: Gabriela Medina/Blend Images/Getty Images Your body responds to everything you do to it. For example, raising your arms may cause a noticeable drop in heart rate even in perfectly healthy individuals. A decrease in heart rate when raising your arms is a normal response to change in venous return. Normal cardiac physiology is responsible for this phenomenon. Advertisement Cardiac Physiology Cardiac output can be calculated as heart rate multiplied by stroke volume, according to “Harrison’s Internal Medicine....

Causes of Low Blood Pressure Elderly Image Credit: KatarzynaBialasiewicz/iStock/GettyImages For most people, controlling their blood pressure means keeping it from getting too high. However, blood pressure that’s too low — called hypotension — can also be a problem, especially in your senior years. Advertisement Blood pressure is the force of blood against your artery walls, explains the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. It's measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)....

Juicing is a great way to get a concentrated dose of calories. Image Credit: CreativaImages/iStock/GettyImages People juice for a number of different reasons — to increase their fruit and veggie intake, alleviate various ailments or to use as a detox. When it comes to weight gain and juice, you might not think of it as an option. Advertisement But juice is a concentrated source of calories, and can help you gain if it increases your overall caloric intake....

HIIT exercise is a great way to lose belly fat super fast. Image Credit: Maridav/iStock/GettyImages If you’re looking for super quick ways to lose belly fat, you may be one of the millions of people carrying around extra weight in your midsection — or you may just want to look better in your jeans. Either way, you can trim down fast by pairing ​efficient exercise techniques with a smarter diet.​...