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What Are the 3 Types of Carbohydrates? Image Credit: Eugene Mymrin/Moment/GettyImages Carbohydrates often get clumped together in two extreme categories: good and bad. Carbohydrates are the body’s primary source of energy. Everyone needs them, but it’s important to known which ones are good for you and which ones aren’t. Advertisement Often referred to as simple or complex carbohydrates, the three types of carbohydrates — sugar, starch and fiber — all have a place in your diet....

Mushrooms have lithium. Image Credit: annata78/iStock/GettyImages Lithium is best known as a prescription medication used to treat psychiatric disorders. However, you may be surprised to learn that there are natural sources of lithium. While not an essential nutrient, it’s been theorized that small doses of the metal may protect against mental decline. Advertisement Many of the foods high in lithium are also rich in other health-promoting nutrients that support overall wellness and can certainly make a healthy addition to any diet plan....

Well-cooked vegetables and broth. Image Credit: lola1960/iStock/Getty Images If you have completed a medically supervised liquid diet, you will have specific guidelines about how to resume eating solid foods. This is especially true if you have any medical issues, so follow your doctor’s advice. If you have designed your own liquid diet and want to get back to eating, proceed with caution. Always consult your physician or other appropriate health professional if you feel weak or ill after your liquid fast....

A slender woman is holding multiple donuts. Image Credit: LiudmylaSupynska/iStock/Getty Images There are a number of reasons why you may discover that your favorite pair of jeans no longer fit the way they used to. While it can be shocking and saddening to noticed that you have gained weight around your waist, in most cases weight gain is reversible. It is important to understand why you may be gaining weight around the waist so that you can take the necessary steps to get down to a healthy size....

Store your cookies properly to prevent them from hardening. Image Credit: kimrawicz/iStock/GettyImages There’s nothing more satisfying than taking a bite of a freshly baked cookie. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to cookies, especially when it comes to texture — but if you’re a fan of soft, chewy cookies, discovering your cookies have hardened can be very disappointing. Advertisement "Improper storage is one of the most common reasons why cookies go hard if the baking process was carried out properly," Chinelo Awa, a professional cake maker and owner of Good Cake Day in London, tells LIVESTRONG....

Do exercises such as push ups to help work your upper body. Image Credit: LeoPatrizi/E+/GettyImages Are you looking to lose upper body fat? Since upper body fat can cause several health problems, it’s a good idea to work toward lowering your upper body fat percentage and becoming more toned — but only if you do it the right way. There are three steps you can take to promote upper body fat burning....

The soleus and the gastrocnemius are the two muscles that make up the calf. Without these versatile muscles you would not be able to drive a car, walk or lift your toes. Yet calves can be a source of body image distress: too small, too big or even too muscular. Genetics play a part in the appearance of your calves; however, an overall approach to fitness can help if you want to tone down your calf muscles....

If you're unsure your fish is spoiled, just think: "When it doubt, throw it out." Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages In This Article Raw Salmon Cooked Salmon Storing Salmon Salmon Shelf Life Chart Thawing Cooking and Reheating You know when salmon has gone bad if it smells sour, rancid, fishy or like ammonia. If it stinks like this when it's raw, it's likely to get stronger when it's cooked. Advertisement You don't want to risk salmon food poisoning, and experts say you should throw the fish out....

Pay attention to pressure at the end of your pregnancy. Image Credit: Thinkstock Images/Stockbyte/Getty Images As your baby – and baby belly – grow, you’ve probably found it increasingly difficult to do everyday tasks. During your last month of pregnancy, your baby is growing rapidly and preparing for delivery. Some pelvic pressure is normal, as your baby moves further down into the birth canal. Pressure can also be a sign of labor, so it is important to pay attention to any pressure you have when walking....

Is mint tea good for an upset stomach? The extensive mint, or Mentha, family encompasses over 600 different plants, including forest mint, marsh mint, curly mint and Egyptian mint. Peppermint is the most commonly used for teas. This cooling herb has volatile oils that soothe an upset stomach, according to clinical herbalist Penelope Ody, author of "The Complete Medicinal Herbal." In addition, medical researchers have discovered many other health benefits attributable to peppermint....

A man is doing body weight exercises. Image Credit: RomanSeliutin/iStock/Getty Images Isokinetic exercise is far more specific than most other types of exercise. It allows specific control of resistance and, therefore, has much less potential for causing an injury. Isokinetic exercise is most commonly used in physical therapy, but it is gradually being used more by the general public. Most isokinetic exercises use only bodyweight or very light weights. Advertisement What Are Isokinetic Exercises?...

To avoid getting infected with the novel coronavirus, practice social distancing and wear a face mask around people who are not in your household. Image Credit: Juanmonino/E+/GettyImages We’ve long known that obesity is linked to a higher risk of many diseases, including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and even some autoimmune disorders and certain types of cancer. So, it should not come as that much of a surprise that your risk of getting really sick from COVID-19 rises if you’re carrying extra weight....

Close-up of a woman's torso wearing a back brace. Image Credit: Tatomm/iStock/Getty Images There are two types of back braces. Rigid back braces immobilize the muscular and bony structure of the spine. Soft elastic braces, also known as lumbar corsets, are designed to support the spine. Back braces are a valuable resource for people who have had back surgery, experience back pain as a result of an ongoing medical condition or a temporary injury, or do heavy lifting....

Baked potatoes can fit in a diet plan. Image Credit: john shepherd/E+/GettyImages Many weight-loss diets seem to have a list of good and bad foods: those you can eat and those you can’t. Depending on the type of diet you follow, potatoes may fall on either list. There are certain types of foods that make weight loss a little more difficult, but a baked potato isn’t one of them. Advertisement The truth is, you can eat a baked potato when you're trying to lose weight....

There are several stretches for the subscapularis. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages Chances are, you’ve heard of your rotator cuff muscles. The subscapularis is among the four muscles that form the rotator cuff. It originates on the anterior surface of the scapula and inserts into the top of the humerus — the upper arm bone. Together with the other rotator cuff muscles, the subscapularis moves and stabilizes the shoulder joint. Subscapularis stretches help keep the muscle flexible, ensuring the shoulder joint moves freely through its range of motion and helping to prevent poor posture....

A bowl of warm broth with cooked vegetables. Image Credit: stanzi11/iStock/Getty Images The Taoist diet is based on eating locally-grown organic produce in season when possible and avoiding acidic foods, artificial food additives, heavily processed foods and those difficult to digest. Emphasis is placed on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts, soy products and warm, cooked food. Foods to be avoided as much as possible include red meat, refined foods, tropical fruits, dairy products, sugar, strong spices and cold foods....

references American Family Physician: Common Overuse Tendon Problems: A Review and Recommendations for Treatment Merck Manual Professional Version: Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis Family Practice Notebook: Local Heat Therapy Sports Health: Evaluation and Management of Elbow Tendinopathy U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Medication Guide For Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Merck Manual Professional Version: Achilles Tendinitis Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911....

references American Journal of Occupational Therapy: "Weighted Blanket Use: A Systematic Review" Journal of Integrative Medicine: "Using weighted blankets in an inpatient mental health hospital to decrease anxiety" Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911. The best weighted blankets are made with comfortable, quality materials and come in a range of weight options....

references American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: "Adult Acquired Flatfoot" Institute for Preventive Foot Health: "Flat Feet" Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911. The best boots for flat feet offer arch and heel support, only have a low heel (or no heel at all) and are a wide width....

Parmesan cheese is packed with essential nutrients. Image Credit: Eugene Mymrin/Moment/GettyImages If you love adding Parmesan cheese to your favorite pastas and Italian food, you’ll be happy and confident to know that Parmesan cheese benefits you body in a number of ways. So don’t be shy, add more Parmesan cheese to your food, and reap the benefits that Parmesan cheese has to offer. Advertisement Parmesan cheese confers many benefits, as it's packed with nutrients including calcium, vitamins and other minerals....