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5 Heart-Healthy Foods For Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Martin Neumann — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:58:10 +0000

February is American Heart Month. You may not think you have to worry about your heart until you’re older, but in fact, the healthy things you do now can help prevent serious heart conditions later. One such healthy habit is to eat foods that help lower cholesterol or improve your heart function. We’ve made it easy with these five foods that you should be incorporating into your breakfast-lunch-dinner routine (don’t worry, we didn’t forget snacks and desserts!), so read on to find out what, how much, and why you should be adding these heart-healthy foods to your diet. View Slideshow ›

Sugar Shout Out: Christian Louboutin Celebrates 20 Years in Footwear!

Dr Dreams — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:55:33 +0000

Christian Louboutin talks showgirls and his trapeze talent! See Hollywood’s hottest hunks saying “I love you” Delicious fruits and vegetables to eat up this Winter Softening scrubs that will save your skin Take a look at love, sex, & marriage in the days of Downton Abbey Movies about friendship the whole family will love Get the look: Sofia Coppola’s just-listed Nolita loft Check out new pictures from The Amazing Spider-Man 11 things you need to throw away Watch out for the top 10 saltiest foods Can you ID past Westminster winners? iPhone sleep apps for a better night’s rest Beyoncé reveals hot postbaby body in a sexy red dress!

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Fitness Date Ideas For Couples

Dr Dreams — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:35:51 +0000

Whether you’re dating or in a relationship, all that eating out and hours of cuddling on the couch can put a damper on a healthy lifestyle. Instead of choosing dates that revolve around decadent food, too many cocktails, or periods of inactivity, get some exercise with your honey. Here are some of our favorite fit and healthy date ideas. View Slideshow ›

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Sean Duffy — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:35:51 +0000

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Healthy Snack: Vegan Cucumber Tofu Rolls

Dr Dreams — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:07:05 +0000

Tofu usually shows up as part of a full meal, but it also makes a delicious and satisfying snack. Prepare tofu ahead of time and store it in the fridge to whip up these protein-packed vegan cucumber tofu rolls in a matter of minutes. If you’ve never cooked with tofu, this is a great no-fail recipe to try out. Keep reading to learn how to make this savory tofu recipe.

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Gear Review: Lululemon No Limit Top

Martin Neumann — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:07:07 +0000

I don’t usually get very fancy with my yoga clothes. A fitted tank with a built-in sports bra is my usual go-to top. It keeps my girls covered and in place, and the fitted body stays put when I go upside down. But some days you ate too many cookies you just don’t feel like wearing something tight. You could sport a loose shirt but it doesn’t offer the most flattering look, and as soon as you start moving, it can end up exposing your belly even more than a tight tank. Enter the Lululemon No Limit Tank ($64). Sexy is the first word I thought when I saw it, but when I tried it in a yoga class, functional was the second. Keep reading to hear more details about this unique Lululemon tank.

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Gym Mishaps: Would These Make You Skip Your Workout?

Dr Joe — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:41:08 +0000

Unfortunately, every sweat session can’t be perfect. There are bound to be some bad days thrown into the mix. We’ve rounded up a few common gym mishaps that can keep you from getting your sweat on. Read through and let us know if these issues are deal breakers that would make you skip your workout, or if you’d suck it up and power through. Source: Thinkstock View Slideshow ›

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Naomi Campbell Feels Carbs Are a Treat

Sean Duffy — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:07:03 +0000

With the birth of the Atkins diet, carbs immediately got a bad reputation. It seems like everyone I know has gone on a carb-free diet at least once in their lives to lose weight, and even Naomi Campbell is no stranger to forgoing carbs . In the March issue of Harper’s Bazaar , the 41-year-old model admits that she’s blessed with a high metabolism, but she also exercises and watches her diet. Naomi works hard to maintain her famous model figure and says, “For me, carbs are a treat now.” I can see ditching refined carbs – foods made with white flour, like bagels, cookies, cakes, and pasta – since they have very little nutritional value. But whole grain bread and cereals, whole wheat pasta, and whole grains like quinoa and barley are super nutritious. These complex carbs contain protein to sustain energy levels and filling fiber to curb hunger, both of which can help you lose weight. However, there is definitely some validity to cutting carbs and losing weight. A recent study showed that cutting carbs twice a week was more effective than eating a low-calorie diet , so I can see why some women may choose to limit their carb intake in the name of weight loss. How do you feel about carbs? Source: Karim Sadli for Harper’s Bazaar Do you consider carbs a treat? Yes, I rarely eat carbs. No way! I eat all kinds of carbs every day. I limit the refined carbs and stick to the complex ones.

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Watch Out For These Top 10 Saltiest Foods

Dr Joe — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:46:08 +0000

Collectively, we really love our salt. We eat so much more than we should, often because of high levels of sodium hiding in many of our favorite foods. A new report released by the Centers For Disease Control identifies the top 10 saltiest foods , and some may surprise you. Paying attention to the amount of salt hidden in your food is important because too much sodium in your diet can lead to diseases like hypertension, heart disease, and stroke. The recommended daily intake of salt is 1,500 milligrams to 2,300 milligrams (about a teaspoon), depending on your risk factors. But most Americans (about 90 percent of us) eat more than 3,300 milligrams a day. Want to know which foods are the worst to eat if you’re watching your salt intake? Read the list below. The 10 saltiest foods are: Snacks like potato chips, popcorn, and pretzels Meatloaf and other “meat-mixed” dishes Pasta dishes Cheese Cheeseburgers and sandwiches Read on for the top five saltiest foods.

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How to Avoid Deep-Vein Thrombosis on Long Flights

Sean Duffy — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:20:04 +0000

By Scott McCartney New guidelines for travelers published by the American College of Chest Physicians recommend using below-knee compression stockings on long airline flights for people at higher risk for deep vein thrombosis -– but only if travelers have a risk factor for blood clotting. Those risk factors include the use of oral contraceptives, advanced age, pregnancy, severe obesity, limited mobility, recent surgery or trauma and cancer. Because it can be harder for window-seat passengers to get up and move around, the guidelines identify window seats as a risk factor and suggested sitting in an aisle seat is a wise choice for people at risk. The guidelines come from a team of physicians who studied 14 previous DVT research reports from around the world. They found no definitive evidence to support that dehydration and alcohol intake in-flight increase risk, and they recommended against the use of aspirin as a preventive measure. DVT is a serious condition that can lead to a potentially fatal blockage in the lungs known as a pulmonary embolism. DVT with symptoms is rare among travelers, but the highest frequency comes among people who sit on flights longer than eight to 10 hours. Most passengers who do develop a thrombosis or embolism after long-distance travel have one or more risk factors, said guideline co-author Mark Crowther of McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. While medical literature decades ago labeled DVT as “economy-class syndrome” because cramped seating was thought to exacerbate the problem, the guidelines agree with previous studies that first-class and business-class passengers are also at risk. The issue is immobility, not tight quarters. If you don’t move and exercise legs while sitting in a big seat, you can face heightened DVT risk. As with previous DVT advice, the guidelines suggest frequent ambulation on long flights and calf-muscle exercises. Despite finding no evidence that dehydration can raise the risk of blood clots, the guidelines suggest avoiding dehydration anyway. In the arid air of an airplane cabin, drinking fluids is frequently recommended. Based on previous studies, the researchers concluded that the use of various brands of below-knee compression stockings reduced the rate of asymptomatic DVT detected by screening study participants after flights from 3.6% (47 of 1,323 control subjects) to 0.2% (three of 1,314 stocking users). The recommendations say stockings used should provide 15-30 mm Hg compression at the ankle and need to be fitted properly -– not too tight up near the knee. Researchers suggested travelers wear them around the house a few days prior to a long trip to ensure a good comfortable fit. The guidelines stressed, however, that people without risk factors shouldn’t wear compression stockings as a DVT preventive measure. (This post originally appeared on the Middle Seat Terminal blog.)

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