Posts

Vegetable soup calories depend on the ingredients, but homemade veggie soup can contain as few as 60 calories per cup. Image Credit: Mint Images/Mint Images RF/GettyImages In This Article Key Ingredients Calories and Nutrition Recipes to Try Veggies are a great source of nutrients that support longevity and overall health, and serving up a warm, comforting bowl of vegetable soup is a great way to eat more of them. Depending on your health goals, you may want to keep your vegetable soup calories low, in which case, you should make it at home....

references & resources Mayo Clinic: "Food Allergy" National Library of Medicine: "Anaphylaxis" University of Manchester: "Allergy information for: Peach" American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology: "Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome" NHS: "Food Allergy: Treatment" MayoClinic.com: Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance 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....

1 of 9 Pilates For Knee, Back or Neck Pain Pain can make a sunny day seem like a dark and stormy one. But Pilates can help alleviate joint pain by targeting the smaller muscles as well as the larger primary movers to support joints and the body as a whole. The focused approach of Pilates has made it a go-to for physical therapists and people looking to feel better on a daily basis....

There are plenty of reasons why you might be struggling to walk up stairs. Image Credit: Circle Creative Studio/iStock/GettyImages Walking up the stairs is something many of us do several times a day. And while some people can climb two at a time with minimal effort, others may struggle with just one. Advertisement Being able to walk up the stairs requires muscular strength, endurance, mobility, coordination and balance. In other words, your lower-body muscles have a lot going on at one time....

Try six tasty and healthy dishes, from lasagna to jambalaya, all made with the extra broth in your pantry. Image Credit: Seagull_l/iStock/GettyImages There’s nothing like a hearty, warm broth to make you feel cozy on a crisp, fall day. But if sipping soup is the only time you eat broth, you’re missing out. Advertisement Flavorful and versatile, this brilliant bouillon shouldn't be limited to a bowl of bisque or cup of chicken noodle....

Added sugar can be found in sweetened drinks, pastries, cereals, snack bars, gum, candy and condiments. Image Credit: itakdalee/iStock/Getty Images In This Article Causes Prevention When to See a Doctor People often cut sugar out of their diet to lose weight, manage diabetes or simply improve the quality of their food and beverage choices. Regardless of the reason, giving up sugar can be a real challenge. Advertisement While swapping some of your favorite sugary foods and drinks for more healthful choices, you could experience an unwanted side effect: Headaches....

Image Credit: Malisa Nicolau/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Malisa Nicolau/iStock/GettyImages Sushi Rice Types Nutrition Facts Health Benefits Health Risks Prep and Buying Tips It’s not recommended to use typical rice varieties for homemade sushi. If you keep options like Basmati or Jasmine rice at home, you’ll want to save these for a different meal. Only use short-grain or medium-grain rice for sushi. Sushi requires a variety of rice that becomes sticky when cooked, and long-grain varieties will not work....

references Beyond Celiac: "Celiac Disease: Fast Facts" Coeliac UK: "About Coeliac Disease" Mayo Clinic: "Wheat Allergy" Scielo: Food Science and Technology: "Recent Developments in Gluten-Free Bread Baking Approaches: A Review" Genius Bread Coeliac UK: "Oats" Coeliac UK: "Grains" Beyond Celiac: "Is Rye Gluten Free?" Colorado State University Extension: "Gluten-Free Baking" Kids With Food Allergies: A Division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: "Wheat Allergy" Celiac Disease Foundation: "Gluten-Free Companies" Many of these healthy wheat-free pantry staples are also gluten-free — just make sure to double-check the label....

The best mattresses for sciatica are medium-firm and made with materials that support spinal alignment. Image Credit: Goodboy Picture Company/E+/GettyImages In This Article Best Overall Best on a Budget Best Gel Best Memory Foam Best for Couples Best Breathable What to Know Before Buying Having back pain can prevent you from getting good shut-eye, especially if that pain is associated with sciatica. Advertisement Sciatica is the inflammation of the sciatic nerve, which branches out to the back through the hips, buttocks and legs, according to Deepti Agarwal, MD, director of interventional and integrative pain management at Case Integrative Health....

Man biking on forest trail Image Credit: Remains/iStock/Getty Images Tall men may have a bit of a challenge in finding a comfortable, well-fitted bike. No matter what type of bike you’re in the market for, whether a road, mountain, touring or cyclocross bike, most manufacturers cater to the most common heights of men, from around 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet. Although there is no single “best” bike or bicycle manufacturer for tall men, seeking out certain features will help you find the best one for your needs....

There are several things you can do to help you lose weight. Image Credit: LENblR/iStock/GettyImages Although cardio is great for you, strength training is an important part of any training regimen — especially if you’re trying to lose weight. The best weight-training workouts are fun, challenging and safe, helping you build strength while giving each muscle group adequate rest between workouts. Advertisement Why You Should Lift Yes, cardio is good for weight loss, but whatever your weight or body size, weight training offers a whole world of benefits....

Despite its high GI value, pumpkin may not cause a dramatic increase in your blood sugar. Pumpkin ranks high on the glycemic index, or GI, which suggests that the carbohydrates in this nutrient-rich vegetable could cause a marked increase in your blood sugar. However, if you're using the GI values of foods to manage your blood glucose levels or control your weight, you shouldn't avoid this nutrient-rich member of the squash family....

Adequate hydration is critical to overall health but doesn't appear to affect cholesterol levels. Image Credit: fizkes/iStock/GettyImages You know water is critical for overall health, but can it impact your cholesterol levels? Whether you have high cholesterol or want to keep your “bad” cholesterol levels in check, you may wonder if dehydration can affect your levels in any way. Here’s the breakdown on water and cholesterol levels. Advertisement ​Read more:​ The 3 Major Causes of High Cholesterol Levels Are All Preventable Video of the Day LDL and H2O: Why They Matter According to the Mayo Clinic, high levels of the waxy substance known as cholesterol is bad news for your heart....

Gentle stretching can help relieve sore hamstrings. Image Credit: luckyraccoon/iStock/GettyImages You don’t have to experience soreness, tightness or discomfort in your hamstrings after exercise. While a little soreness after exercise is normal, repeated or prolonged soreness in your hamstrings after exercise can be an indication that the intensity of your workout is too high. Advertisement By employing a few preventive measures and some rehabilitation, you can heal your sore hamstrings and prevent future soreness....

Two glasses of brandy on a wood table. Image Credit: A_N/iStock/Getty Images The exact origin of brandy is unknown, but it likely began in Spain between the 15th and 16th centuries when winemakers there began to make use of the distilleries left behind by the Moors. Brandy is a shortened form of the Dutch word “brandywijn,” which means burnt wine and refers to the process used to create brandy. Brandy is distilled from fermented grapes or other fruit to increase the alcohol content and remove impurities....

A woman drinking tea while working from home. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Wavebreak Media/Getty Images When you exercise, you may feel like your heart is racing afterward. This is because exercise causes your body to work harder and signals your heart to pump blood faster to your muscles. Though exercise may be one culprit for a racing heart, a number of other things can contribute to a heart that beats quickly, even when at rest....

Healthy blood pressure numbers are the same whether you're over or under 70. Image Credit: filadendron/E+/GettyImages With guidelines about “healthy” blood pressure changing faster than it takes to get a reading, you may be wondering whether what’s acceptable changes with age. After all, blood pressure does tend to naturally rise as people age. Here’s how to make sense of all the numbers. Advertisement Essentially, your blood pressure should fall within the same range no matter how old you are, says Prachant Vaishnava, MD, an assistant professor in medicine and cardiology and a cardiologist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City....

The average pH of saliva is 6.7. Image Credit: CentralITAlliance/iStock/GettyImages Just as your heart rate and blood pressure are indicators of heart health, the pH of your saliva is an indicator of dental health. The salivary pH can increase or drop based on several factors, especially your diet. Advertisement Read more: 10 Healthy Habits That Are Destroying Your Teeth Video of the Day Tip The average pH of saliva is 6....

If you have a BMI of 18.5, your doctor might recommend gaining weight. Image Credit: dolgachov/iStock/Getty Images When it comes to the relationship between weight and health, there’s no one-size-fits-all ideal you can call on to make sure you’re on the right track. If your BMI is 18.5, you’re on the low end of what’s considered healthy, but you may or may not be at a healthy weight. If you’re naturally very slim, a BMI of 18....

A woman pinches extra fat around her midsection. Image Credit: toeytoey2530/iStock/Getty Images If your waistband is feeling tight, you’re not alone – 60 percent of adults carry extra weight in the midsection, according to Kathleen Zelman, RD, MPH. Adult men, women after menopause, people who have more than a few alcoholic drinks daily, and smokers are more likely to see their midsections bulge, says Zelman. Although it’s common to brush off belly fat as a “normal” result of aging, it can be harmful to your health....