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Woman taking a capsule. Image Credit: Eric Audras/ONOKY/Getty Images Despite what the commercials may lead you to believe, losing weight is not as simple as popping a pill. The Hydroxycut website suggests that to get desired results, you also need to make changes to your diet. Additionally, there’s very little evidence that the main ingredient in Hydroxycut, green coffee extract, works as claimed. Consult your doctor before adding Hydroxycut or other weight-loss supplements to your diet regimen....

By adding cheese and fruit to your spinach salad, you will increase the absorption of its calcium and iron content. Image Credit: DronG/iStock/GettyImages There’s little doubt that low-fat, low-carb, nutrient-dense spinach is a superfood, given its vitamin and mineral content. Eaten raw, the leafy green’s powerful antioxidants and inflammatory properties provide a multitude of nutritional benefits, such as improving the health of your eyes, combating depression and lessening your risk of chronic disease....

Increased calorie burning is a benefit of strength training. Image Credit: Art-Of-Photo/iStock/Getty Images A pound of fat and a pound of muscle weigh the same, but they have different energy requirements. Muscle burns more calories than fat. People who are heavily muscular typically have a high basal metabolic rate, or BMR, which means they burn a significant number of calories, even when resting. Advertisement Your Body Needs Energy Your body burns calories when you move, but it also needs energy to maintain itself....

Drinking too much soda is bad for your kidneys. Image Credit: Cata N / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages Sugary beverages do more than just add pounds to your waistline. As it turns out, there’s a link between soft drinks and kidney disease. Over time, these beverages can damage your kidneys and impair renal function. Advertisement Tip Both diet soda and sugar-sweetened beverages may increase your risk of kidney disease when consumed frequently or in large amounts....

Pair baked chicken wings with a healthy spinach-artichoke dip that's a perfect tailgating treat. Image Credit: istetiana/iStock/GettyImages Throwing a tailgating party when you’re on keto? We’ve got you covered for the big game. With 20 grams of carbs or less, these seven simple, keto-friendly finger foods make for the perfect game-time snacks and are sure to satisfy both keto dieters and carb lovers alike. Advertisement Read more: A 7-Day Keto Diet Meal Plan That Burns Fat Video of the Day 1....

Both a low-carb diet and calorie counting can help you lose weight, but there are some key differences to keep in mind. Image Credit: stockvisual/E+/GettyImages When it comes to losing weight, both a low-carbohydrate diet and counting calories can help you shed pounds and keep them off, as long as you stick with your chosen plan. Advertisement But that's about where the similarities end between these two dieting approaches. Video of the Day Studies suggest that many people see results more quickly on a low-carb diet, but in the end, it's important to choose the diet that works best for you....

If you're having difficulty breathing or your throat tightness is accompanied by chest pain or pressure, dizziness, weakness or a cold sweat, seek immediate medical attention. Image Credit: joka2000/E+/GettyImages While experiencing tightness in the throat during exercise can be alarming, it’s often a normal side effect of an intense workout. However, it could be caused by a medical condition, such as exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, or exercise-induced asthma. Advertisement If your throat feels tight after working out on more than one occasion, consider talking to your doctor....

Fig leaves growing from a tree branch. Image Credit: shihina/iStock/Getty Images Once used to protect the privacy of Adam and Eve and adorn the bodies of Greeks and Romans, fig leaves are most commonly known for their spiritual and mythical symbolism. Although these large leaves do serve as adequate body coverings, they can also be transformed into a delectable dish. In fact, fig leaves are not only edible, but also provide various health benefits when consumed....

If you’re concerned about reducing your calorie intake, feta is a better choice than goat cheese. Image Credit: Ryouchin/DigitalVision/GettyImages The tangy varieties of feta cheese and goat cheese are often confused. Although they are similar in appearance and texture, the taste and nutrition of the two cheeses is quite different. Once you learn about their individual characteristics, it’s easy to distinguish between the two and decide which is the healthier cheese for you....

Marinated chicken kebobs and pork patties grilling. Image Credit: tycoon751/iStock/Getty Images Pork and chicken share more nutritional similarities than differences. Of course, that comparison does not include bacon. One slice of bacon has more calories, at least three times more fat and fewer nutrients than a 3-ounce serving of other cuts of pork. Skinless chicken and pork are good sources of lean protein, as well as vitamin B-12, zinc and selenium....

If you don't have crushed tomatoes on hand, jarred salsa makes for the perfect swap in homemade chili. Image Credit: OksanaKiian/iStock/GettyImages Sure, salsa is a superb dip for dunking tortilla chips, but this low-calorie condiment can also liven up lunch, dinner or even breakfast. Advertisement As long as you pick a jar with few additives, salsa is super healthy because it's made mostly of chopped herbs and veggies (which are lacking in most people's daily diets)....

You may find rice tolerable during a flareup since it's a bland food. Image Credit: Hill Street Studios/Blend Images/Getty Images Whether acute or chronic, the indigestion and pain associated with gastritis may lead you to make changes to your diet. Separately, rice, coconut milk and aloe vera may offer some relief, from ease of digestion to possibly protecting the lining of your stomach. Consult your doctor to help you determine which foods and supplements are safe for your specific needs....

A seafood allergy can cause joint pain. Image Credit: shakim888/iStock/Getty Images Swelling and inflammation are common symptoms of seafood allergies, according to MayoClinc.com. Although most swelling occurs in the skin, the sinuses and the lungs, if you have any joint conditions – such as arthritis – you may develop joint pain. Seafood allergies are an exaggerated immune system reaction to proteins found in various types of fish. If you’re allergic to one type of seafood, you may be allergic to other kinds of fish....

Some research supports the benefits of pre-workout supplements, but elite athletes are more likely to see an effect than everyday gym-goers. Image Credit: GoodLifeStudio/E+/GettyImages In This Article What Is Pre-Workout? Health Risks Should You Take It? We've all heard the chatter at the gym and on social media: If you want to crush a workout, you need a pre-workout supplement. Advertisement Superfans claim that just popping a pill or mixing a powder into your drink will boost performance, energy and endurance — not to mention ignite faster results and bigger gains....

A cabbage salad with cucumbers and tomatoes. Image Credit: Lesyy/iStock/Getty Images The Cabbage Soup Diet is a weight-loss diet designed to promote rapid weight loss. Though numerous variations of the Cabbage Soup Diet exist, they all promote one primary guideline – eating as much cabbage soup as you desire. The soup usually contains onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, celery, cabbage and bouillon cubes, salt, pepper and other seasonings. According to the American Heart Association, the Cabbage Soup Diet is ineffective and poses numerous adverse side effects....

Sweetened condensed milk lends a rich, creamy sweetness to desserts, along with hefty helpings of saturated fat and calories. Image Credit: Teen00000/iStock/GettyImages It’s likely no surprise that sweetened condensed milk is dense in calories. After all, it’s used as an ingredient in some very rich desserts. However, as far as sweets go, condensed milk has some redeeming qualities, namely, the nutrition that it derives from the milk solids it’s made from....

A little friendly competition might be just what you need to get motivated to work out. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages When you’re a kid, nearly everything you do can be fueled by healthy competition, whether you’re on the playground or in the classroom. As you get older and the stakes get higher, competing gets a little more tiresome. But it might be just what your workout routine needs. Advertisement Adding a competitive or game-like element to exercise via a wearable device increased the amount of time people spent being active in a September 2019 ​JAMA Internal Medicine​ study....

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Don't get caught unprepared and hungry on your next hike with these expert-approved snack ideas. Image Credit: Jun/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Beginner Intermediate Advanced Elite Hiking is truly an unparalleled workout: You get all the benefits of strength training coupled with aerobic cardio training (and even some anaerobic cardio if you have some hopping, skipping or climbing to do). Advertisement Before you set out on any hike, no matter the difficulty level, you should prepare and pack fuel....

Calorie restriction and altering your intake of macronutrients can both facilitate weight loss if you’re unable to incorporate exercise into your daily routine. Image Credit: Foxys_forest_manufacture/iStock/GettyImages It’s hard to burn fat without exercise. In fact, it’s more common to lose weight without changing your diet and just exercising. However, calorie restriction and altering your intake of macronutrients can both facilitate weight loss if you’re unable to incorporate exercise into your daily routine....