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What you put into your body has a bigger impact than just weight loss. Image Credit: LaylaBird/E+/GettyImages If you’re super motivated to lose pounds but not when it comes to getting a little frisky with your partner, there could be a reason. When you’re giving so much energy to weight loss, you don’t have much in the tank for other things — including sex. Advertisement "Sex takes energy, and if you're really restricting your calories, chances are good you won't have much of it," points out Bonnie Taub-Dix, RDN and author of Read It Before You Eat It: Taking You from Label to Table....

Wearing a sweater while working out won't make you burn more calories. Image Credit: bernardbodo/iStock/GettyImages In an effort to increase weight loss, or possibly lose weight at a more rapid pace, many people seek to increase the amount they sweat. Wearing a sweater will most likely accomplish that in certain conditions, but it won’t translate into more calories being burned. Advertisement In addition, increasing the amount you sweat can also increase the risk of dehydration....

There’s no way to specifically lose weight in a particular area, however, by watching what you eat and staying consistent with your workouts, you can develop a healthier body. Image Credit: Carlina Teteris/Moment/GettyImages Getting rid of your spare tire tummy can not only help your clothes fit better, it can also be great for your health! While you can’t spot tone, the best overall approach to a healthier body is to focus on the tried and true approach: healthy diet and consistent exercise....

A physiotherapist is examining a man's back. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Lightwavemedia/Getty Images Approximately one in every 50 people will experience the pain, weakness and numbness of a herniated disk in their life, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Initial treatment includes a short period of rest, after which most people can return to normal activities and make a complete recovery with the aid of physical therapy. If you are overweight, diet and exercise will aid your recovery and reduce the risk of further injury by reducing your weight....

It's easy to cook a juicy, tasty burger on the stove inside — as long as you know how to properly and safely make a pan-fry burger. Image Credit: dizelen/iStock/GettyImages Grilled burgers are a staple of summertime barbecues, but it’s not always convenient or possible to heat up the grill. Luckily, it’s easy to cook a juicy, tasty burger on the stove inside — as long as you know how to properly and safely make a pan-fry burger....

A woman is jogging on a country road. Image Credit: lzf/iStock/Getty Images Good running form, including lifting your knees properly, can help increase the speed and efficacy of your runs. High knees are often used when sprinting; the explosive action of lifting your legs quickly from the ground and high into the air helps you move fast. There are techniques and exercises you can use to help lift your knees higher off the ground when you run....

How to Relieve Muscle Stiffness in Legs Image Credit: lzf/iStock/GettyImages Stiff legs that are resistant to movement can slow you down, whether you’re out for a run or just trying to get on with your day. Stiffness may also be accompanied by cramping, discomfort and muscle pain. Advertisement You might feel stiffness the most when you first get up after time spent sitting — as when driving in the car — or after a night of sleep....

Roasting vegetables is a healthy way to serve them because it doesn't require large amounts of oil or butter to do. However, cooking vegetables at very high temperatures can sometime result in nutrient loss, but doing it the right way preserves the nutrition of the vegetables without sacrificing flavor. According to Fit Day, storing vegetables in the refrigerator until ready to cook them should help retain nutrients. Vegetables are a good source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants so they should be part of a healthy and balanced diet....

Spaghetti and meatballs. Image Credit: Elena_Danileiko/iStock/Getty Images Tomatoes are a member of the deadly nightshade family and were originally considered poisonous when they were first introduced to England. In truth, tomatoes are full of healthy lycopene, beta carotene and several vitamins and minerals, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. Tomatoes have a lot of vitamin C, and certain tomato varieties have a lot of acid that can make the sauce bitter or sour....

Cornstarch is the key ingredient for crunchy Korean-style fried chicken. Image Credit: Liudmyla Chuhunova/iStock/GettyImages If you’re only using your cornstarch to thicken sauces or as a fun activity to entertain your kids, then you’re not utilizing all the benefits of this kitchen cupboard staple. Chicken with cornstarch coating improves the crispness of your breaded or battered chicken. Advertisement The Science of Cornstarch The silky fine white powder you use to thicken your gravy is made from the endosperm of the corn kernel, which makes up about 80 percent of the kernel and serves as a source of energy for the seed, according to the Corn Refiners Association (pg 7 of the PDF)....

Frequent blood tests may be necessary when you take thiazide diuretics. Image Credit: gutaper/iStock/Getty Images Diuretics wash extra fluid out of the body, but they can also wash out essential minerals. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic often used to treat hypertension and also edema, or fluid retention, and congestive heart failure. It is a thiazide diuretic, the most commonly used type of diuretic and one of the least expensive. One side effect of thiazide diuretics is potassium loss....

You might need to increase your fluid intake if you throw up after workouts. Image Credit: filadendron/E+/GettyImages Some people brag about throwing up after a workout. However, feeling nauseated or throwing up after exercise is not always a good thing. It could be the result of serious exercise problems, including overexertion, dehydration or poor eating before your workout. Advertisement Since nausea can stop you from exercising, it's best to find out what's causing your post-workout vomiting so you can prevent the condition and continue to achieve your daily fitness goals....

Synthetic vitamin D supplements carry potential adverse effects. Facial swelling due to a food allergy is common, but did you know that certain supplements may cause allergic reactions too? That's the case with calcitriol, calciferol and other man-made forms of vitamin D. These products carry potential effects ranging from swelling of the face and lips to hives. Advertisement Tip Supplemental vitamin D, but not the vitamin D in food, may cause allergic reactions, such as facial swelling, hives, skin rash and difficulty breathing....

Farmed salmon is more likely to contain certain pollutants, but it also packs in additional vitamins and minerals. 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 Farmed vs. Wild Salmon Omega-3 and Omega-6 PCBs in Farmed Salmon Do Farmed Salmon's Benefits Outweigh Its Risks? Summary There's no shame in relishing the hamburger, but if you're like most Americans, you should be eating more fish....

One cup of shredded coconut contains 27 grams of fat. Image Credit: S847/iStock/GettyImages Raw coconut is a tasty tropical treat, but coconut meat nutrition is tricky. It’s high in fat, but is a rich source of many vitamins and minerals. Like many other things in our diet, it’s a good choice in moderation. Advertisement Tip According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), one cup of shredded coconut contains 27 grams of fat....

Special K cereal can be a healthy breakfast. Image Credit: Pixland/Pixland/Getty Images Special K cereal, manufactured by Kellogg, comes in a variety of flavors in addition to the original version. You can buy low-fat granola and high-protein versions, as well as blueberry, red berry, cinnamon pecan, vanilla almond and fruit and yogurt variations. The nutritional value varies by the type of Special K you’re eating. Advertisement Calories The original Special K supplies 120 calories in a 1-cup serving....

Gluten-free oatmeal cookies are a tasty, sweet treat with high levels of dietary fiber. If you do not have oats available, or if your oats are contaminated with gluten, you can use a gluten-free substitute for the cookies. Pick from one of several ingredients, depending on what you have on hand, to use as a non-gluten substitute for oats in oatmeal cookies. Basic Recipe Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a cooking sheet with parchment paper....

Neck Having normal range of motion in your neck is important for carrying out the activities of daily living. Neck movements include flexion, extension, bending and rotation. Soft tissue injuries and bony immobility can restrict your range of motion. Motion of the neck is measured from the neutral position, which is looking straight ahead. Advertisement Flexion Flexion is the motion that allows you to bend your head toward your chest. In normal flexion, you can touch your chin to your chest....

A woman is training with her trainer. Image Credit: Purestock/Purestock/Getty Images Lifting heavy weight with your hands puts pressure on the nerves of the wrist, which can cause numbness and tingling. If you are bending your wrists while lifting, blood supply to your fingers is reduced, which can also cause numbness. Bodybuilders are at increased risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome, and this could be a symptom. Protect yourself by using proper form and strengthening your wrists as well as the rest of your body....

A hot dog made of beef and pork, served without the bun, also weighs 57 grams and provides 162 calories. Image Credit: bgsmith/iStock/Getty Images To lower a hot dog’s calorie count, order it or prepare it without the bun. You can ditch the bread bun for a low-carb option like an iceberg lettuce wrap or portobello mushroom “bun.” Advertisement Most of the carbohydrates found in a hot dog actually come from the hot dog bun, while the protein and fat content will be from the hot dog itself....