Whey protein supplements come with a recommended dose -- usually one or two 8-ounce servings per day. Occasionally exceeding that is not likely to cause major problems, but if it gets to the point where whey protein is the bulk of your diet, you could suffer deficiencies.
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If you're looking for curvier hips, the muscles to target are the gluteus maximus and tensor fasciae latae. Transverse hip abductor machines are effective at targeting these muscles, but body-weight exercises can add variation to your bigger-hip regimen.
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Oregano, or Origanum vulgare, is a low-growing herbaceous plant with aromatic leaves, often used for flavoring dishes. Though best known for its characteristic use on pizzas, oregano is also used in various traditions of herbal medicine, and it graces many an herb garden, where its strong aroma keeps away insect pests.
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Margaritas are a popular treat at Mexican restaurants. Despite their popularity, margaritas are among the most calorie-dense beverages you can drink. These cocktails often come super-sized, adding up to a day’s worth of calories, sodium and sugar in just one drink.
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When you eat foods made from refined sugar and wheat, your blood sugar levels increase sharply and then quickly drop, resulting in feelings of hunger that can lead to overeating.
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Coffee activates the production of stomach acid. This may result in an irritation of the stomach lining that can lead to more serious problems. People with a history of ulcers, acid reflux and heartburn or gastric discomfort after drinking coffee may want to avoid it.
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An enema is not a very pleasant experience, but it certainly gets the job done. Enemas are used to clean out the lower part of the colon from leftover fecal matter that coagulates along the walls of the colon.
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Basketball requires a high degree of muscular and cardiovascular endurance. Running up the court, propelling passes and jumping for a shot all require the use of your entire body. Cramps are the bane of any athlete, but are especially detrimental during a high-movement game such as basketball.
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Cooking fresh scallops is so simple that most people overthink it and end up overcooking the delicate mollusks. Preparing scallops properly is a matter of timing as much as it is of seasoning and cooking method.
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B-12 is a water-soluble vitamin that appears naturally in many animal-based foods. Vitamin B-12 controls your body’s ability to produce red blood cells and synthesize DNA, and it also impacts your neurological functioning.
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Hamburgers cooked outdoors on the grill are as American as apple pie, but cooking out is a fair-weather activity. When a summer storm blows up or cold weather settles in, you don’t have to settle for pan-fried burgers.
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Having sufficient lung capacity assists endurance athletes by allowing lungs to generously expand with enough oxygen to meet the body's needs. Physical activities such as running, swimming and soccer are categorized under "aerobic" exercises, with the word "aerobic" literally meaning "concerning air."
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Getting enough of the recommended daily amount of essential minerals and vitamins is key for optimal health and body function. While some vitamins dissolve in water, your body will retain the nutrients it needs.
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Pork chops cut are relatively lean, especially the meat taken from the center loin. Searing the meat in a cast iron pan, then transferring the pork chops to the oven to finish cooking will help to seal in the natural juices.
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Crock-Pots, or slow cookers as they are also called, allow you to slowly cook food for anywhere from three to 12 hours. The slow-cooking method usually results in food that is tender and moist. Along with cooking, Crock-pots can keep cooked food warm until you are ready to eat it.
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L-tyrosine and L-dopa are two substances that differ slightly in their chemical structure and biological function but are linked by the processes your body uses to convert one substance into another to meet its needs.
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Tennis is a sport that requires a broad fitness regimen. Strength, speed, agility, flexibility and endurance are all athletic building blocks of a tennis athlete. Workout routines designed for tennis need to incorporate training for each of these attributes.
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You don’t have to completely blow your diet or the contents of your wallet when you’re craving a tender, juicy piece of red meat. Flank steak, which is cut from the steer’s abdomen, is leaner than more expensive cuts, and much less expensive.
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Cod is one of the most readily available and affordable types of fish. It is easily located at your local grocery store frozen in fillets or fresh at the meat counter. Simple to prepare and amazingly versatile, cod's mild-flavored lean white meat lends itself to many cooking preparations including oven roasting.
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Lifting lighter weights for more repetitions works your muscles just as much as doing just a few reps with very heavy weights, so you'll gain the same amount of strength either way.
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