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Adrenaline triggers body changes related to your "fight-or-flight" response. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages Adrenaline — also called epinephrine — is a hormone secreted by your adrenal glands, which sit on top of each of your kidneys. Once released by these glands, adrenaline produces a variety of effects on your body, including increases in your heart rate. Advertisement Whether you call it epinephrine or adrenaline, its effects on your heart rate are triggered through interactions with certain portals on the surfaces of your cells called "adrenergic receptors....

Using nonstick cooking spray will help your Jell-O jigglers not stick to the pan. Image Credit: FotografiaBasica/iStock/GettyImages Jello-O jigglers — the name for Jell-O made into shapes — are a hand-held snack that can be made in any flavor or shape. Selecting different flavors of Jello-O to make jigglers provides the option to customize the color to the shape desired. Advertisement Using any cookie cutter design means jigglers can be made in shapes appropriate for holiday celebrations or other events....

Leftover mussels can be delicious. Image Credit: Ingram Publishing/Ingram Publishing/Getty Images With their slightly salty and meaty flavor, mussels are a relatively low-fat source of protein, iron and vitamin B12. Their flavor works with a variety of other ingredients, ranging from coconut milk to tomatoes. They cook quickly, typically in less than 10 minutes. While reheating mussels is possible, it poses some problems. Advertisement General Advice Leftover mussels must be refrigerated to keep them free of microbes that cause foodborne illness....

Close-up of roasted almonds. Image Credit: hadkhanong_Thailand/iStock/Getty Images Almonds make a nutritious snack or addition to recipes. An ounce of almonds contains 35 percent of your recommended daily allowance of vitamin E, plus healthy fiber and protein. Roasting brings out the flavor of nuts. You can roast almonds quickly in your microwave, with or without additional fat. Eat roasted almonds as a snack, add to salads, main dishes, use as a topping for vegetables or mix into baked goods....

Finger exercises can help loosen a tight tendon. Image Credit: Jeremy Woodhouse/Blend Images/Getty Images Your fingers play an important role in everyday tasks including typing, cleaning, getting yourself ready in the morning and participating in exercise. Tendons in your fingers may become tight as the result of overuse injuries, such as tendinitis, or traumatic injuries, including fracturing a finger. Tight tendons in your fingers can inhibit your ability to perform your daily routine....

Cranberry tablets coming out of a bottle. Image Credit: Barbara Delgado/Hemera/Getty Images Cranberries are often touted for their use in the prevention of urinary tract infections. While some people may choose to incorporate cranberries in their diet in fresh or juiced forms, others may turn to cranberry extract supplements. Cranberries in any form may increase the risk of bleeding, so people who take prescription blood thinners should not take cranberry tablets without a doctor’s authorization....

Focus on compound movements to help build and tone muscles. Image Credit: AzmanJaka/E+/GettyImages Putting a time frame on yourself when it comes to fitness can work in your favor. When you want to tone up and gain muscle in six weeks, you will have a sense of urgency to stay on track and accomplish this short-term goal. Advertisement Once you've made the decision to do it, the only thing left is your plan of attack....

Your shoes might be to blame for your black toenail. Image Credit: LumiNola/E+/GettyImages When your toenail turns black, you might wonder what’s happening and whether you should be worried. Not only is the discoloration an eyesore, but it can also be painful. Advertisement That's why we spoke to Nelya Lobkova, DPM, a New York City-based podiatrist at Step Up Footcare, who shares the most common causes of this condition, plus how you can restore your toenails to tip-top shape....

Diet soda may be one available drink when following a liquid diet. Image Credit: Serbogachuk/iStock/Getty Images A doctor uses a colonoscopy to examine the surface area of your large intestine. The test begins with insertion of a lighted tube with a tiny camera into the rectum. The tube moves upward through the lower rectum into the colon and terminates at the entrance to the small intestine. The doctor examines all sides of the intestine for inflammation, growths and bleeding through the camera....

Honey can help with a cough, and it doesn't take much. Image Credit: arto_canon/iStock/GettyImages A spoonful of honey may be just what the doctor ordered when it comes to calming a cough. Plus, you’ll get none of the side effects seen with some prescription and over-the-counter cough remedies. Advertisement Read on to learn how to use honey for cough relief, including the recommended dosage for adults and children. Video of the Day ​Read more:​ 6 Surprising Benefits of Honey Can Honey Stop a Cough?...

It is fine to work tricep and biceps on the same day. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages The biceps and triceps are both located in the upper arm, though they are situated in different areas. Because they belong to different muscle groups: one posterior and one anterior, you can perform biceps and triceps same day workouts. Advertisement Tip It's important to vary your exercises, therefore working the triceps and biceps in the same workout is advisable....

Pueraria mirifica has been lauded as a natural supplement for various conditions, but its health claims aren't scientifically proven. Image Credit: panida wijitpanya/iStock/GettyImages Many people in Thailand consider Pueraria mirifica a virtual fountain of youth. In fact, the roots of this native Thai plant contain at least 17 phytoestrogens, chemicals that exert effects in the body similar to naturally occurring estrogen, a March 2012 Frontiers of Medicine study found. Advertisement Thai healthcare practitioners prescribe Pueraria mirifica as a rejuvenating therapy for older people and to treat of an array of medical conditions, including heart disease, stroke, endometriosis and diabetes....

Image Credit: Andy Bonura Photography Life is busy, and finding time to get through your to-do list, actually wash your face, and work out is a feat to celebrate. But does it really have to be such an unattainable goal? Ashley Joi, fitness trainer and ONE Brands ambassador, doesn’t have a typical nine- to-five job, but it doesn’t change the fact that she’s got some seriously hectic days. So, while a dream workout for her includes “hang cleans, front squats, dumbbell bench press, medicine ball slams, jump rope, battle ropes, and sled pulls,” she doesn’t always have time to pull it off....

Choose from the best joggers for your favorite sports and activities. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative We make deliberate choices about the language we use when it comes to gender. While more brands now carry gender-neutral workout clothes, you’ll still typically see clothing brands market their products to men or women. The main difference between most women’s and men’s joggers is the fit: Men’s versions tend to be longer in length and roomier in the front due to physical differences....

Push yourself to the limit. Image Credit: bernardbodo/iStock/GettyImages Everybody wants to be faster — a faster runner, faster biker, faster swimmer — it doesn’t matter what sport; speed is the ticket to winning. What if getting to the gym isn’t possible because of scheduling problems, work commitments or because of travel? Don’t let that interfere with a speed training routine. Advertisement There are several body-weight only exercises that will help improve speed and don't require any specialized equipment to do....

Not to be confused with the cartoon character, the John Dory is a deep-sea fish favored by chefs for its mild taste and ability to blend well with ingredients. Image Credit: gbh007/iStock/GettyImages Not to be confused with the cartoon character, the John Dory is a deep-sea fish favored by chefs for its mild taste and ability to blend well with ingredients. The best way to cook your John Dory fillet may depend on your personal preference, as this fish can be grilled, poached or pan-fried....

Burpees burn major calories but will leave you gasping for air afterward. Image Credit: Travis McCoy/travismccoy.com Everyone who knows what burpees are has a very strong opinion of them – and not always a positive one. Advertisement A burpee is a calisthenic exercise that combines several simple movements, including a squat, push-up and jump, that use your bodyweight for resistance. Video of the Day They're designed to build endurance, so expect to run out of breath while you're performing this exercise....

Smiling woman lifting up hand weights in the gym. Image Credit: XiXinXing/XiXinXing/Getty Images The ideal weight range for women varies depending on who you ask and which chart you consult. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, being an ideal weight does not mean having an ideal body. The medical profession and insurance industry use this term to refer to how much you should weigh based on your height. The height-weight tables developed by the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company have been around since 1943 when being underweight was more of a health concern than being overweight....

Doing crunch after crunch? If a flat stomach is your goal, you could be wasting your time. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages Carving out a six-pack isn’t exactly the easiest thing to do. Yet, people everywhere chase after the flat stomachs they see on social media. Regardless of what your aesthetic aspirations are, though, strengthening your midsection is integral to overall health and wellbeing. Advertisement That's why it's important to dedicate time to train your core, which includes the muscles of the spine, hips, pelvic floor and abdomen....

Heartburn is a burning sensation behind your breastbone that happens when your lower esophageal sphincter, which is normally a one-way door from the food pipe into the belly, relaxes enough to let stomach acid seep up into the esophagus. Wearing tight-fitting clothes, smoking and eating big meals can worsen heartburn. Maintaining a healthy weight and following a healthy diet can improve symptoms. Vegetables play an important part in weight management to minimize your heartburn symptoms, but some vegetables can exacerbate this condition....