Dancers are known for being flexible and in good shape, and it is true that dancing offers a great workout and many health benefits. Not only does it work all major muscle groups, but it also requires coordination, flexibility and strength.
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Exercising too much can be bad for you. Exercise bulimia is a serious medical problem in which people use extreme exercising instead of vomiting to purge food excesses. Exercise bulimia can be dangerous and take a toll on your heart, muscles and joints.
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Competitive cheerleading is a new sport. According to Varsity.com, the official website for competitive cheerleading, the first official cheerleading competition was in 1980. Since then, the world of competitive cheerleading has exploded to include kids from age 5 to college-age groups.
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The differences between jogging and running are not clear-cut. In fact, the words are often used interchangeably. According to the Better Health Channel, the main difference between running and jogging is intensity. Runners sometimes jog for a while before a race or a long run to get their muscles loose.
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If you are tired of looking at that old treadmill in the garage, you’re not alone. Lots of Americans buy exercise equipment they end up not using. If you’re one of them, you can do yourself (and the world) a favor by donating the unused equipment to charities or individuals that will put it to good use.
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Shin guards are an important part of your soccer equipment, and they need regular cleaning in order to prevent odors and mold and to keep them in top condition. While there is no exact science behind cleaning shin guards, there are a few methods that work better than others.
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Apple cider vinegar is commonly used for weight loss, but there are claims that it can be effective to treat candida, high cholesterol, yeast infections and even arthritis, according to Ray Sahelian, M.D.
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Chinese restaurants are not the healthiest places to eat, according to research done by the National Restaurant Association. High-calorie foods, lots of sodium and high-fat dishes make it easy to break your diet, even if you’re only picking small servings here and there.
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Eating small frequent meals can help you ward off hunger, according to DiagnoseMe.com. This in turn prevents your body from going into starvation mode and holding on to calories as a defense mechanism. Eating small meals at frequent intervals throughout the day also helps stabilize your blood sugar.
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Broccoli sprouts can be found at health food stores or you can make your own using broccoli seeds. According to Sprout People, sprouting is very simple. Just soak the seeds for about 12 hours, rinse and place in a container on a windowsill, out of direct sunlight. Rinse every 12 hours.
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Fish oil capsules are common nutrition supplements. As long as you don’t open them, they should have no smell. Accidentally break one, however, and you’ll have to deal not only with the greasy stain they can produce, but also with the oily smell.
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Self-injecting vitamin B12 can become a necessity if you have serious anemia. While you could visit the doctor every day for a shot, it’s simply cheaper and more practical to learn how to do it yourself. If you’ve never given yourself an injection, have a doctor or nurse show you how to do it right the first time.
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According to Recipe Tips, eating raw sprouts is not recommended because of the risk of bacteria and food illness. Cooking alfalfa sprouts will kill any potential bacteria on them, ensuring safety. Sprouts only stay fresh for a few days, even if you keep them in the refrigerator.
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If you read the recipe wrong and ended up with a tablespoon rather than a teaspoon of salt, don’t despair. There’s no need to throw the food away. According to MyRecipes, the easiest solution to the problem is to build around the recipe, almost as if you were making a new dish.
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The Blood Type Diet, created by Dr. Peter D’Adamo, is based on the concept that people should eat or avoid certain foods based on their blood type. Type O blood is the most common on the planet, which means that most people should follow this specific eating plan.
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Fast food is convenient and cheap. For large families, people on the go or those on a strict budget, fast food can seem like the best solution. However, a diet composed mainly of fast food lacks many essential nutrients. Eating fast food once in a while won’t affect your health, but if this is all you eat.
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Chinese food is sometimes equated with dishes high in fat, calories and sodium. While this is partially true, your own choices can make a world of difference.
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The cottage cheese diet is a short crash diet meant to cause fast weight loss. As it is the case with most fad diets, it provides little nutrition and is very low in calories. According to Health.
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Hot and spicy food gets a bad rap. For years, experts believed it caused stomach problems and worsened ulcers. The truth is that spicy food might actually protect the stomach lining if eaten in moderation. Hot foods such as red peppers can actually help your stomach produce less gastric acid.
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According to the National Sleep Foundation, there’s no specific number of hours people must sleep. Amounts vary from person to person and can change based on age, health and even temporary circumstances.
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