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A can of milk. Image Credit: anyanuchoil/iStock/Getty Images While fresh milk is nutritious, it isn’t always convenient if you’re interested in long-term storage. Milk generally has a short shelf life, but canned milk will keep for much longer periods of time. Some recipes, particularly for baked goods, call for canned milk specifically. This food is relatively healthy, containing various vitamins and minerals, although it can be high in fat and calories, depending on the type you use....

Find out which claims — like "certified gluten-free" — to look for on foods if you're avoiding gluten. Image Credit: vgajic/E+/GettyImages Image Credit: vgajic/E+/GettyImages “Given the varying definitions of gluten-free, those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance should be familiar with reading and understanding food labels to ensure they are not consuming gluten.” “Co-mingling with gluten-containing ingredients can occur along the journey from field to plate with foods such as oats....

Cornbread can be served in slices or made into easy-to-grab corn muffins. Image Credit: MSPhotographic/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Nutrition Facts Health Benefits Health Risks Recipe and Serving Tips Summary Cornbread is a classic cold-weather side dish that's a staple on holiday tables and alongside chili. Whether made from a box or scratch, this sweet and crumbly bread is not only delicious but also has several nutritional benefits. Advertisement Here, we explain whether cornbread is healthy and ways to enjoy this delicious treat....

Working out on a carpet is the only option in many homes. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages You might not think much about the floor surface when it comes time to exercise, but understanding the differences between different flooring can help you have a safer and more effective workout. Whether you’re exercising at home or at a facility, here are some tips for working out on carpet. Advertisement Tip With a few precautions, you can exercise safely on carpet....

Amino acid supplements piled up on a white counter. Image Credit: Kritchanut/iStock/Getty Images Amino acids in the diet either come from protein or from amino acid supplements. Amino acids are important for the health of the body, but consuming too much protein or amino acids can put a strain on your kidneys, because amino acids can be metabolized and have potentially toxic byproducts. Talk to your doctor before making significant changes to your diet....

If you are following the diet exactly as it is defined online, the substitute for grapefruit is 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water. Image Credit: Olha_Afanasieva/iStock/Getty Images If you’re curious about the 3-day diet, also called the military diet, you might be wondering if you can swap out any of the foods on the plan. While the program is fairly rigid, some people may need a substitute for grapefruit, which is part of the breakfast on day one....

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It's no secret that too much salt in your diet is bad for your health, but it may also increase your mortality. A low-sodium foods list can help you make the changes needed to reduce sodium intake and improve health and longevity. Image Credit: Olha_Afanasieva/iStock/Getty Images It’s no secret that too much salt in your diet is bad for your health, but it may also increase your mortality. A low-sodium foods list can help you make the changes needed to reduce sodium intake and improve health and longevity....

Thanks to its extra fiber, brown rice may help you feel more satisfied than white rice. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative It’s easy to understand why rice has been a staple carb across so many cultures for thousands of years: It’s affordable, versatile and easy to prep. Advertisement But with the recent wave of low-carb diets (hello, keto) cropping up, carb vilification has knocked the go-to grain down a peg. So does rice deserve a place in your diet, or should you ditch it?...

A bowl of yogurt with granola and fruit toppings. Image Credit: HandmadePictures/iStock/Getty Images Probiotics are living microorganisms found naturally in your digestive system. These microorganisms live primarily in your gut and work synergistically to help your body function properly. Probiotics are also available in some foods and as commercial supplements for digestive health. If you read the label of a probiotic supplement, you may notice conflicting recommendations. Some manufacturers recommend taking probiotics with a meal, while other product labels may instruct you to take them after meals....

Taking walking breaks during your half-marathon is a legit way to complete the race. Image Credit: millsrymer/E+/GettyImages In This Article The Run-Walk Method Should You Take Walk Breaks? How to Take Walk Breaks For many, a half-marathon is a major goal — and for good reason. The popular distance (2.1 million people participated in one in 2018) is a challenging feat that garners a sense of accomplishment. It can also come with pressure to run the entire foot race sans walking breaks....

A runny nose can be an annoyance. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages/iStock/Getty Images If you often start to sneeze and have a runny nose after a meal, you may have food allergies. A food allergy can cause annoying symptoms in some people, but it can have serious consequences for others. Contact a medical professional if you suspect that you are sneezing and your nose is running because of food allergies. Advertisement Background on Food Allergies An allergic reaction occurs when your body mounts an immune response to something that it identifies as harmful....

Image Credit: UberImages/iStock/GettyImages Aerobic fitness tests are useful for determining your aerobic fitness level and for seeing your improvement after a period of aerobic exercise training. Sub-maximal exercise tests do not require all-out effort and can be effective in estimating and predicting your maximal oxygen uptake. Aerobic fitness tests can be done on a treadmill, an exercise bike or on a track or other safe place to walk or run....

Blanching your vegetables before freezing asparagus is key for maintaining flavor, texture, color and nutritional content. Image Credit: AnjelaGr/iStock/GettyImages Blanching — boiling vegetables for a specified length of time — is a simple but necessary task for freezing asparagus successfully. Like all vegetables, asparagus contains enzymes that ensure the asparagus plants mature and develop properly. Advertisement Tip Blanching your vegetables before freezing asparagus is key for maintaining flavor, texture, color and nutritional content....

Whey protein is a good supplement for women. Image Credit: Eugeniusz Dudzinski/iStock/GettyImages A weight gainer for women offers them an effective way to build lean muscle. Some health products rapidly build muscle, while others have no impact on your weight. Even worse, many nutritional supplements have side effects. Dietary aids work best when you combine them with resistance exercises like weight lifting. Learning about the best supplements and techniques will help you quickly, easily and safely improve your physique....

Mixing alcohol and diet pills can cause serious life-threatening complications. Image Credit: Image Source/Image Source/Getty Images Mixing alcohol and diet pills can cause undesirable side effects. Alcohol and diet pills both contain stimulants, but the stimulants found in each substance are different. Diet pills often contain stimulants known as uppers that increase heart rate, breathing and blood pressure. Alcohol contains stimulants known as downers that slow reflexes, thin the blood and make you drowsy....

Woman with a headache Image Credit: cyano66/iStock/Getty Images Chasteberry, a perennial shrub, is a member of the verbena family. It is also known by its botanical name Vitex agnus castus, as well as vitex, monk’s pepper and chaste tree. Chasteberry is native to parts of Asia and the Mediterranean. The berry is used in herbal preparations to treat infertility, symptoms of menopause and menstrual problems in women. Consult your doctor before starting treatment with chasteberry, as there are some side effects and precautions associated with its use....

Blue cheese is fairly high in calories. Image Credit: igor kisselev/iStock/Getty Images Blue cheese is a source of high-quality protein and provides flavor for salads, sandwiches and hot recipes, but just like pretty much any other food out there, too much can be unhealthy. Advertisement A moderate amount of blue cheese can fit into most healthy diets, so talk to a nutritionist if you need help developing a healthy meal plan with blue cheese....

Japanese Jiu-Jitsu came before the Brazilian version. Image Credit: swilmor/iStock/Getty Images Japanese Jiu-Jitsu was one of the earliest martial arts to be formed into a system that could be practiced and taught. It came long before the Brazilian version, which wasn’t formed until the early 1900s that a Brazilian family, the Gracies, took the ancient Japanese martial art and modernized it. Today their Brazilian version is taught in schools all over the world and is recognized as one of the most effective forms of self-defense....

If you're curious about the benefits of vitamin B6, B12 or B1, this guide can help. Image Credit: Farion_O/iStock/GettyImages Vitamin B plays an essential role in maintaining the health of your cells and keeping you energized. Advertisement There are eight different types of B vitamins, all of which fall within the "B group." Video of the Day B vitamins help the process your body uses to get or make energy from the food you eat and they help to form red blood cells, according to the U....