Foods containing soluble fiber, such as oatmeal, are important in your diet to help maintain the health of your digestive tract. This is especially the case if you experience acute or chronic gastritis, a condition characterized by the irritation or inflammation of the stomach wall lining.
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Americans consume more potatoes than all other crops besides wheat, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, making it the most important vegetable crop in the country.
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You don't need a gym membership or even any weights to build your chest. You can build size and strength at home with a push-up-only workout.
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Getting toned arms and banishing bat wings requires cardio, strength training and a healthy calorie-controlled diet.
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Purple hull peas are a type of peas related to black-eyed peas that are rich in fiber and fat-free. If you're athletic, purple hull peas can be beneficial, as they are also rich in carbohydrates.
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Although protein powder is a widely popular supplement, powders providing other nutrients, such as carbohydrates, can also be effective. Carbohydrate powder can offer a wide array of benefits for athletic activity, as carbohydrates are your body's primary energy source.
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Pumpkin seeds may not be as common as sesame seeds and sunflower seeds, but if you're trying to increase your testosterone levels, it may be worth your while to track them down. Pumpkin seeds are rich in unsaturated fat and provide a number of nutrients that may help enhance your testosterone levels.
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The GyroBall, which is one particular type of powerball, is a piece of exercise equipment in the shape of a small ball that can be used to strengthen muscles in your upper body. Inside the ball is a rotor that spins and thus provides resistance that challenges the muscles.
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Lacrosse athletes require the same type of strength, power and conditioning work as soccer players. They’ve got to be able to sprint, cut, jump and shoot, and perform these activities for a relatively long duration.
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Bicycles have two types of cranks, cotterless and cottered. Cottered cranks are often found on older bicycles, and you can identify these from the cotter bolts that thread through the top of the crank arm. A cotterless crank has a hex bolt in the center top of the crank arm.
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You may be aiming to exercise for a specific length of time each day, but another approach -- especially if you get your exercise by walking or jogging -- is to travel a set distance. Covering one mile doesn't take extraordinarily long, even if you're walking slowly.
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A small box of raisins makes for an ideal snack at home or at work when you need a sweet treat to get you through the afternoon. Although raisins are high in calories, they won't automatically lead to fat gain.
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You might develop diarrhea for a number of reasons, including a bacterial or viral infection, food intolerance or a negative reaction to medication. Although certain dietary choices can help reduce symptoms, other foods can worsen your condition. It's best to skip the urge to drink a Coke when you have diarrhea.
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Multivitamins are supplements that contain a variety of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that your body needs. The contents of a multivitamin can vary, so it is possible to find a multivitamin that does not contain the B complex.
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Removal of part or all of the thyroid gland is called a thyroidectomy, and is necessary when you have a cancerous thyroid nodule. You may also require surgery if you are suffering from symptoms due to a benign thyroid nodule. Other reasons for thyroid surgery include recurrent thyroid cysts, Graves’ disease or goiter.
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The common cold is often accompanied by symptoms such as a stuffed-up and runny nose, coughing, sneezing, watery eyes and difficulty breathing, particularly during exercise. Sufferers may also experience a low-grade fever, a sore throat or mild body aches.
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Biceps are the muscles on the front of your upper arm -- they are considered the "show" muscles. If asked to flex your muscles, you are likely to intuitively flex your biceps. No standards exist in the fitness world for how big your biceps should be. Having "big"
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Exercise bikes offer a low-impact cardiovascular workout. They are available in an upright design, which mimics a standard road bike, and a recumbent design that offers a semi-reclined riding position and full back support. All exercise bikes offer varying levels of pedal tension.
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A colonoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to view the inside of your colon, or large intestine. The doctor screens for signs of colon cancer and identifies and removes colon polyps, which are small growths.
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Constant exposure to environmental toxins, pollutants and radiation may damage your tissues within your body. Even normal metabolic activities generate substances called reactive oxygen species, or ROS, which have the potential to cause further injury to your cells.
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