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references Harvard School of Public Health: "Dark Chocolate" American Heart Association: "Added Sugars" The effect of xylitol on dental caries and oral flora Are there health benefits of dark chocolate? Flavanoids: an overview What is allulose? Harvard School of Public Health: the Microbiome Clinical Evidence and Mechanisms of High-Protein Diet-Induced Weight Loss These days, there are plenty of candy bar brands that are low in sugar and made with whole-food ingredients....

references Harvard Medical School: "Cooling Heartburn" Harvard Medical School: "Herbal Remedies for Heartburn" Johns Hopkins Medicine: "GERD Diet: Foods That Help with Acid Reflux (Heartburn)" Case Reports in Gastrointestinal Medicine: "Frequent Sips of the Water for the Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Induced Refractory Cough: A Case Report and Review of the Literature" 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....

Follow a cool, gentle shower with aloe vera gel to help relieve sunburn pain, redness and itching. Image Credit: FreshSplash/E+/GettyImages In This Article Cool Compress, Bath or Shower Aloe Vera Colloidal Oatmeal Green and Black Tea Coconut Oil Vitamin E Oil Witch Hazel Vinegar Baking Soda Feeling the burn? Whether you just missed a few spots when applying sunscreen or you blanked on sun safety all together (yikes!), it happens. According to the U....

references Cleveland Clinic: “Why Does Coffee Bother My Stomach?” Cleveland Clinic: “Mushroom Coffee: Should You Be Drinking It?” People with sensitive stomachs and GERD symptoms can benefit from low-acid coffee. Image Credit: Nando Martinez/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: Nando Martinez/iStock/GettyImages Low-Acid Coffee Types Low-Acid Coffee Brands Two reasons: acids and caffeine. Certain kinds of coffee contain a high acid content, which can accelerate digestion (read: urgent bowel movements), according to the Cleveland Clinic....

Weight lifting gloves. Image Credit: shanedhumphreys/iStock/Getty Images Wearing weight lifting gloves is a personal choice. Some people swear by them and would not go to the gym without their weight lifting gloves. Others claim they interfere with their workout. You should consider the pros and cons of weight lifting gloves before making your decision. Advertisement Grip Weight lifting gloves improve your grip on weights. Hands get sweaty during a workout. When they do, your hands can slip....

Take iron pills on an empty stomach. Image Credit: AnnaBreit/iStock/GettyImages The best way to take iron pills to treat iron deficiency anemia is on an empty stomach or with a source of vitamin C. If you take iron supplements with caffeine, milk or antacids, your body will absorb less elemental iron. Advertisement Iron pills can cause nausea, in which case you can take them with a small snack or at mealtime....

Moong dal calories are low, they're also low-fat but high in protein. Image Credit: ajaykampani/iStock/GettyImages Moong dal beans are also known as dal beans, green gram or simply mung beans (when mature). They are very similar in shape, size and texture to split peas and lentils. Moong dal nutrition is a good addition to your diet. Their calories and fat are low, and they’re also high in protein. Advertisement Moong dal beans are yellow in color and are peeled after being split in half, which means they have one rounded side and one flat side....

A rash on the upper body can include itching. A rash on your upper body can be due to a number of conditions. You should always have any rash checked by a doctor, especially if it does not go away after a few days. If your rash is accompanied by a fever or difficulty breathing or if it turns into fluid-filled blisters, consult a medical professional immediately. Advertisement Symptoms According to the New York Times Health Guide, a rash involves changes in the color or texture of your skin....

Weakness in the Quadriceps Image Credit: kieferpix/iStock/GettyImages Your thighs are the powerhouse of your body, so when half of it — the quadriceps muscles, a group of four muscles located on the front of your upper legs — isn’t as strong as they should be, you suffer the consequences. From everyday activities such as climbing stairs to athletic pursuits like running, weak quads can make everything more difficult — and painful....

Lemon and cucumber juice has vitamin C. Image Credit: Fuse/Fuse/Getty Images Incorporating juice into your diet boosts provides you with nutrients in a form easily absorbed by your body. Each cup of juice often contains more vitamins and minerals compared to a cup of whole vegetables – so, even though you’re missing the fiber found in whole veggies – you’ll still enjoy several health benefits. A blend of cucumber and lemon juices makes for a tart, nutrient-packed beverage that contributes to a healthful, balanced diet....

Weighted sit ups can help strengthen your core. Image Credit: FatCamera/E+/GettyImages Sit-ups are a classic ab exercise, but if you do them all the time, they could become too easy. Kick up the intensity by adding weights to the exercise. Advertisement Before you do so, however, it's important to learn the proper form to maximize safety — then you can start adding weight until the exercise is challenging enough for you....

Air resistance bike benefits include getting a full-body cardio workout that's easy on your joints. Image Credit: Vladimir Sukhachev/iStock/GettyImages When it’s too cold to cycle outdoors or you’re bored with regular indoor cycling, hop on an air bike. Unlike other exercise bikes you pedal only with your feet, air bikes require you to use your feet and hands. And instead of a flywheel and magnetic or friction braking, it has a large fan for resistance....

A broth-based low fat chicken soup can be a GERD-friendly lunch. Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, can make every meal an exercise in self-deprivation. When you're focused on avoiding an attack of heartburn, it's easy to accentuate the negative and bemoan the lengthy list of foods you can't eat. It's possible, however, to turn that negative thinking on its head. View this as a challenge to explore new midday meal options that you may not have discovered if GERD had not forced you to think outside the lunchbox....

Wait until your muscle soreness has gone away before working out the same muscle group. Image Credit: shironosov/iStock/GettyImages You worked out three days ago but you’re still sore. Not only is it uncomfortable, but it’s also keeping you from getting back in the gym and reaching your goals. The most probable explanation is delayed-onset muscle soreness, a normal response of your muscles to being put under stress. However, depending on the specifics of the soreness, your problem could be a strained muscle....

White hair at an early age can be a sign of a vitamin deficiency, but more likely, it's genetics at play. Image Credit: Neziha Kalı Ertuğrul/iStock/GettyImages Many people consider their hair — and hair color — to be part of their identity. Advertisement So while it's not uncommon for your brown, red, blonde or black hair to turn gray, white or silver over time, the premature graying process is not always a welcome change....

Fish oil is one of the most popular supplements, but you may not need to take it if you already eat seafood. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative What Really Happens to Your Body When examines the head-to-toe effects of common behaviors, actions and habits in your everyday life. In This Article What Is Fish Oil? Effects of Fish Oil The Bottom Line Healthy fats are our friends. In fact, fat is an essential part of a nutrient-dense diet — but not all fats are one and the same....

What machine is right for you? Image Credit: supparsorn/iStock/Getty Images Exercise machines help you burn calories, build muscle and improve your endurance. Certain machines deliver a more intense cardiovascular workout than others, meaning you burn calories at a faster rate. The way you use cardiovascular exercise equipment also affects how efficiently you burn fat. Use the machines’ settings and additional tools to maximize your workout’s aerobic and strengthening benefits. Advertisement Burn Calories on a Treadmill Of all the equipment in your gym or club, the cardiovascular exercise machines deliver the workout that burns the most calories....

All-purpose flour and eggs are some of the most popular food binders. Image Credit: Gabriele Grassl/iStock/GettyImages All-purpose flour and eggs are some of the most popular food binders. Their role is to improve and maintain food texture. If you’re sensitive to gluten or eggs, there are many other binding agents you can use to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of homemade meals. Advertisement Tip Binders are used with other ingredients to maintain food texture and shape....

The T-bar row works your upper, middle and lower back muscles. Image Credit: Miljan Živković/iStock/GettyImages Strengthening the powerful muscles in your back requires a variety of compound exercises that target different areas of your upper body. One move that does a fantastic job of recruiting multiple muscle groups in your upper, middle and lower back is the T-bar row. Advertisement Tip The T-bar row works your upper, middle and lower back muscles....

Antibiotics can affect the good bacteria in your gut, and studies show foods with probiotics, like yogurt, can help with side effects. Image Credit: Vesna Jovanovic / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages If you have been prescribed antibiotics to cure a bacterial infection, you may also need to change your diet during antibiotics’ progression through your gut. The best food to eat with antibiotics to avoid nausea and diarrhea are those that help improve your gut health....