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Man doing shoulder presses at the gym. Image Credit: dolgachov/iStock/Getty Images Millions of men and women worldwide enjoy weight training as a form of exercise. Shoulder impingement syndrome occurs when the tendon of the supraspinatus muscle gets pinched in the upper posterior shoulder. The origin of shoulder impingement syndrome is often poor upper body posture because of strength imbalances. Correcting the source of the poor posture with stretching and strengthening exercises lessens the symptoms, while employing perfect technique while lifting enables you to train and not aggravate the condition....

Pica is a condition where you crave nonfood items. Image Credit: The Picture Pantry/Alloy/GettyImages Having cravings for nonfood items — a condition called pica — typically affects young children, especially those with intellectual disabilities. It can also be a symptom of obsessive compulsive disorder and is, less frequently, experienced by pregnant women. Advertisement Nutritional deficiencies may also contribute to your cravings for nonedible substances like baby powder. A visit to your doctor can tell you for sure what nutrients you may be missing, and your doctor can then suggest the proper treatment....

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Concentric exercises are ones where your muscles shorten. Image Credit: Lucy Lambriex/The Image Bank/GettyImages As its name suggests, a concentric exercise focuses on the concentric phase of a movement, which is when your muscle shortens. You can modify exercises so that you’re only performing the concentric movement, but it’s not as beneficial as using a full range of motion. Advertisement Tip Concentric exercise is the shortening phase of a movement. You need assistance through the eccentric portion to isolate the concentric portion....

Cocunut soap sits on a deck in a spa setting. Image Credit: poplasen/iStock/Getty Images Potassium cocoate is a potassium salt that originates from the fatty acids present in coconut oil. While coconut oil is edible, potassium cocoate is not. The substance, also known as potassium coco soap, is a translucent pale-yellow liquid that contains glycerine, a moisturizer. Manufacturers use potassium cocoate to make soaps and shampoos. Advertisement Function Potassium cocoate is a natural surfactant, a chemical that removes dirt from the surface of objects and skin when you mix it with water....

references National Institutes of Health: “Calcium” The type of yogurt you toss in your cart can affect your health, especially if it’s part of your daily menu. Image Credit: FreshSplash/E+/GettyImages Image Credit: FreshSplash/E+/GettyImages What Is Skyr? Nutrition Facts Health Benefits Buy Skyr While both skyr and Greek yogurt are thick, creamy and rich in protein, they are made quite differently. To make Greek yogurt, the whey is simply strained. On the other hand, to achieve its signature texture and high protein concentration, producing skyr involves cooking down large amounts of milk, Largeman-Roth says....

A large chocolate milkshake with whipped cream on top. Image Credit: ouihaha/iStock/Getty Images Coffee shops across the country offer cold, creamy frappes, while the local ice cream parlor serves up old-fashioned milkshakes. Both treats are milk based and served with a straw. Milkshakes typically come in classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. Frappes are typically coffee or tea flavored. Like many foods, regional differences may affect the definition of a shake or a frappe....

An imbalance of mobility and stability mightr cause knee injuries. Your knee joint supports your body weight, absorbs shock and functions to straighten or bend your lower leg. Unrestricted movement at the knee joint is critical for pain-free walking, squatting and transferring. Advertisement Normal Motion Range of motion is typically measured using a tool called a goniometer. Normal ROM at the knee is considered to be 0 degrees of extension (completely straight knee joint) to 135 degrees of flexion (fully bent knee joint)....

Your chest can hurt when running in the cold because of exercise-induced asthma or something more serious. Image Credit: Katja Kircher/Maskot/GettyImages For some people, running is one of the most enjoyable activities. The sport simultaneously invigorates and relaxes you, warming up your muscles and energizing your heart rate. Advertisement However, for some people, the sport causes aches and pains. While some people might feel the pain in their ankles or knees, others feel the pain in their chest....

An assortment of finger fruits on a dessert plate. Image Credit: Andreua/iStock/Getty Images Fruit is an integral part of good nutrition as it provides nutrients necessary for good health. Although fruit contains naturally occurring sugar, its nutritious, low-fat, high-fiber package makes it much healthier than sweets with added fats and sugars, such as chocolate candies. Although a medium-sized orange contains about 7 g more sugar than a snack-sized bar of dark chocolate, the orange provides significantly more fiber, protein and other nutrients....

Perform light-weight exercises to strengthen the forearm. The primary movers of the forearm are the flexors and extensors. Strengthening the muscles of the forearm help with activities of daily living such as lifting bags and other objects. Improving the strength of the forearm may also help decrease the chance of developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Women looking to improve forearm strength can add a few exercises in their strength-training program. Perform all exercises once per week for 12 to 15 repetitions, use light weight and move slowly and deliberately through each exercise....

Quality wood tools should have a small grain and finely sanded surface. Image Credit: ozgurkeser/iStock/Getty Images The right tools can make the difference between a passable meal and one that’s truly memorable. In this age of extreme specialization, where your average cooking store carries four versions of every tool and thousands more are available on the Internet, it’s not easy to choose the right tool for the right job. One confusing area is trying to decide between plastic and wood....

Balance -- in diet, sleep and emotional functioning -- contributes to your hormonal health. When your thyroid hormone level gets low, your pituitary gland releases thyroid-stimulating hormone, or TSH, which stimulates the thyroid to release more thyroid hormone. The thyroid hormone contributes to various important functions, including respiration, protein and fat metabolism; heat production; appetite; and cardiac functioning. When your TSH levels are high, your thyroid gland produces more thyroid hormone, or possibly, your thyroid is underactive and isn't responding to the TSH....

High-intensity workouts combined with clean eating can make it easier to shed fat. Image Credit: nortonrsx/iStock/GettyImages Losing fat after months of bulking up doesn’t have to be difficult. All you need is a plan and the discipline to follow it. From meal timing and macronutrient ratios to workout intensity and duration, every detail matters. If you do it right, you’ll not only shred fat but also make those abs pop and feel amazing....

You can substitute butter for oil in any brownie mix unless the package says otherwise. Image Credit: YelenaYemchuk/iStock/GettyImages Maybe you’re just an old-school baker who swears by butter, but when you skim through the directions on a box of store-bought brownie mix and see it calls for vegetable oil, it seems a little off. You may start wondering, “Can I substitute butter for oil in brownies?” Advertisement Oil Versus Butter When it comes to the debate of oil versus butter, most health experts are going to lean on the side of oil....

You can toast a sandwich in the oven by assembling it open-faced, like a tartine, and heating it on a baking sheet until the bread has some color and any hard cheese has melted. Image Credit: Mumemories/iStock/GettyImages Toasting a sub in the oven can be much easier than using a toaster, especially when you’re using larger pieces of bread that don’t fit in typical bread slots. You can either toast the bread in the oven first, then add toppings, or assemble the sandwich and toast it open-faced in the oven....

Eating almonds may be a good choice for people with O-negative blood. Image Credit: Getty Images/Daisy-Daisy In his book “Eat Right 4 Your Type,” Dr. Peter J. D’Adamo claims you can boost your health and reduce your susceptibility to disease by adhering to a diet based on your blood type. He recommends individualized eating patterns based on the ABO blood types. His dietary recommendations for type O are the same, regardless of whether you’re O negative or O positive....

Ostrich eggs contain protein, vitamin A, vitamin E, zinc, manganese and selenium. Image Credit: DA69/iStock/GettyImages Ostrich eggs contain protein, vitamin A, vitamin E, zinc, manganese and selenium. According to A Life of Heritage, an ostrich egg tastes a little sweeter than a chicken egg. Advertisement By any measure you choose, you won't find any bird egg out there that's larger than, or even as large as, an ostrich egg. These delicious monstrosities are 3....

If you have inflammatory, endocrine or skin disorders, your doctor may prescribe prednisone to suppress your immune system. Image Credit: Moussa81/iStock/GettyImages If you have inflammatory, endocrine or skin disorders, your doctor may prescribe prednisone to suppress your immune system. Prednisone side effects can be severe, though. If you must take this medication for any reason, familiarizing yourself with what to expect can help minimize discomfort. Advertisement What Is Prednisone? According to the Mayo Clinic, prednisone is a corticosteroid intended to provide relief for various inflamed areas of the body....

The foot platforms on these machines are used in very different ways and provide you with different types of workouts. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Wavebreak Media/Getty Images At first glance, a stair-stepping machine and an elliptical trainer appear to be very similar. The foot platforms on these machines are used in very different ways and provide you with different types of workouts. Identify what your current fitness goals are to effectively choose which machine will present the better cardiovascular workout for you....