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A woman eating a bowl of yogurt with blueberries in a kitchen. Image Credit: George Doyle/Stockbyte/Getty Images Yogurt is nutrient-dense, containing high amounts of protein, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc and vitamin B-12. Women who eat yogurt regularly generally have a better overall diet quality than those who don’t consume yogurt, according to a study published in 2013 in “Nutrition Research.” Several specific benefits exist for women who regularly consume yogurt....

Haddock works well in any recipe that calls for whitefish. Image Credit: gbh007/iStock/GettyImages Like its close relative, cod, the whitefish haddock hails from the cold waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. Sometimes sold under the name scrod, haddock enjoys a slightly sweeter taste and finer texture than cod, but the two are often swapped in recipes. Haddock rates among the best fish to eat because of its high-protein, low-calorie and low-mercury content, but it ranks lower than many other fish for its heart-healthy fats....

Ice cream with cherries If you're watching your waistline, sherbet may be a better dessert choice than ice cream because it usually contains fewer calories. While a 1/2-cup serving of vanilla ice cream contains 137 calories on average, the same portion of orange sherbet contains just 107 calories. The calorie count varies, however, depending on ingredients, such as chocolate chips, and added toppings like syrup, nuts and whipped cream. Advertisement Calorie Breakdown Although orange sherbet contains fewer calories than vanilla ice cream, it often contains more sugar....

Fried fish sticks on a bed of lettuce. Image Credit: Purestock/Purestock/Getty Images The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as many as 72 million Americans are living with obesity. Unfortunately, obesity dramatically increases your risks for health problems ranging from diabetes to cancer. One way to help manage your weight is through your choice of cooking techniques, especially in relation to baking verses frying. Advertisement Heat Source One of the main differences between baking and frying is the heat source used to cook the food....

Unsweetened baking chocolate looks tempting but has a bitter taste. Image Credit: Mint Images/Mint Images RF/GettyImages One bite is all you need to taste the difference between baking chocolate and eating chocolate (i.e., milk, dark or white). While each has its uses in the kitchen, they contain different ingredients that make their texture and taste unique from one another. Advertisement Tip Baking chocolate is made up of pure chocolate mass, while milk chocolate contains additives like sugar and milk....

If you test positive for antibodies, it doesn't necessarily follow that you're protected against COVID-19 in the future. Image Credit: eggeeggjiew/iStock/GettyImages You had a weird cold a few weeks ago. You were wracked with fatigue and had trouble breathing. Oddly, you suddenly couldn’t taste your favorite foods either. You’re recovered now, but could you have had COVID-19? Advertisement One way to find out is to get a COVID-19 antibody test. Video of the Day But if you test positive, does it really mean that you're protected against the virus?...

Your foot going numbness when walking might not be serious at first, but it's best to address it sooner rather than later. Image Credit: Jan-Otto/E+/GettyImages In This Article Causes of Foot Numbness While Cycling While Weightlifting On the Elliptical During a Group Exercise Class If your feet go numb when walking or during any other type of exercise, it can feel a bit concerning. Luckily, it's fairly common and can be helped by making a few adjustments....

It may be harder to lose weight the second week of a diet, but that doesn't mean your plan isn't working. Image Credit: Antonio Santos/iStock/GettyImages Sometimes dieting can be a lot like dating. There’s the initial search to find that promising diet (person), followed by a honeymoon period where everything seems just perfect. The two of you are really clicking and it seems like maybe you’ve found your perfect match. (Mediterranean diet, where have you been all my life?...

Let the people in your life know how they can support you in achieving your healthy goals. Image Credit: jacoblund/iStock/GettyImages When many of us set out on a health and wellness journey, we tend to tell ourselves that ​all we need is willpower​. We mistakenly believe that we can stick to our diet plan, sleep schedule, workout regimen or meditation program as long as we stay “mentally tough.” Advertisement But that's a myth....

A woman is sprinting. Image Credit: shironosov/iStock/Getty Images Long jumping is all about explosive power. The more power you can generate through your legs, the higher and farther you’ll be able to jump. Explosive power is a combination of speed, muscular endurance and muscular strength, all of which can be developed through targeted exercises and activities such as running sprints, lifting weights and performing plyometrics. Advertisement Step 1 Run sprints to improve your cardiovascular fitness....

If you don't have any flour to hand, or you need a gluten-free version, gravy can be thickened with cornstarch. Image Credit: 4kodiak/iStock/GettyImages Traditionally, gravy is made by combining some sort of fat, such as butter or drippings, with flour to make a roux. If you don’t have any flour to hand, though, or you need a gluten-free version, gravy can be thickened with cornstarch as in this recipe adapted from the Mayo Clinic....

Close up of the low back of a fit woman. Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia Ltd/Wavebreak Media/Getty Images The sciatic nerve is one of the largest nerves in the body because it connects the spinal cord to the pelvis and legs. Because of its size and the fact that it exits the spinal column at the bottom and runs through the pelvis, the sciatic nerve can easily become pinched, resulting in a condition known as sciatica....

Working out on no, or little food, is better for you than working out on a full stomach. Image Credit: Khosrork/iStock/GettyImages Conflicting opinions from the fitness and medical communities concerning eating before exercise can make working out confusing. While one expert advises you to eat a healthy snack before exercising, another may note that you’ll burn more fat on an empty stomach. Advertisement By understanding the potential problems of working out on a full stomach, you can better understand the conditions in which empty stomach exercise is better....

Recumbent bikes are good to help relieve strain on your joints. Image Credit: Daniela D’anna / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages The recumbent bike benefits those who are looking for an effective aerobic workout that is easier on the joints than running. Sitting in a reclined position may be more comfortable for some exercisers than an upright bike. Recumbent bikes can be used either stationary or outdoors. Advertisement Tip The recumbent bike benefits those who are looking to get an effective aerobic workout while limiting the strain placed on joints....

Will drinking alcohol while on keto totally derail your goals? Image Credit: Luis Alvarez/DigitalVision/GettyImages The ketogenic diet is a weight-loss “hack” that’s becoming increasingly popular by the day, mostly for it’s ability to help you shed unwanted pounds. But here’s the thing — people love alcohol as much (if not more) than they love losing weight. And for some folks, life without it is almost unimaginable. Advertisement But is it possible to sip a night cap every now and then without undoing all of your hard-fought progress....

Most of the activity of alanine aminotransferase takes place in your liver. Image Credit: The Good Brigade/DigitalVision/GettyImages Liver function tests or LFTs are blood tests designed to determine how well your liver is working. The concentrations of several liver enzymes in your blood, including alanine aminotransferase, serve as good indicators of liver damage. Advertisement High levels of alanine aminotransferase usually indicate a damaged liver. However, low levels may also be problematic and should be further correlated with other clinical data....

Natural sweeteners like fresh fruit add a refreshing twist to plain water. Image Credit: GMVozd/iStock/GettyImages We all know that water is the ideal beverage of choice — but, sometimes, it just doesn’t cut it. Unfortunately, many popular drinks we reach for on the regular (think soda and juice) are packed with sugar. And your daily coffee or tea isn’t innocent here, either. Advertisement Most of us pour much more sugar into our day than we realize: The American Heart Association recommends no more than 6 teaspoons per day of added sugar for women and 9 teaspoons for men — yet the average adult consumes a whopping 17 teaspoons of added sugar per day....

A large cup of vegetable oil. Image Credit: rabiatezcan/iStock/Getty Images Mineral oil and vegetable oil have different properties and uses. Vegetable oil comes from plants, whereas mineral oil is a petroleum derivative. Mineral oil is used primarily in cosmetics and as a laxative; vegetable oil is used mainly in cooking. Both oils have miscellaneous household uses. Advertisement Mineral Oil Applications Mineral oil, a byproduct of crude-oil processing, is a common ingredient in many cosmetic products, including skin moisturizers and makeup....

Headaches are a side effect of a low carb diet. Image Credit: Peopleimages/E+/GettyImages Reducing your carb intake can have beneficial effects on your weight and overall health, especially when you cut out unhealthy simple carbs from refined grains and sugar. Depending on how much you cut out, you may experience some low-carb side effects as your body adapts. These can be uncomfortable, but they typically subside after the first week or two....

Instead of reaching for that ice cream pint, try these healthy frozen desserts. Image Credit: samael334/iStock/GettyImages Ice cream may be synonymous with summer, but let’s be real: Your favorite go-to pint isn’t exactly the most nutritious. Advertisement A two-thirds cup of vanilla ice cream has 190 calories, 12 grams of fat and 18 grams of sugar, according to the USDA. And that can put a damper on your health goals if you eat ice cream regularly and don't limit yourself....