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5 Ways to Get Shredded for Summer

It may not feel like it, but summer will soon be upon us. This means ample opportunity to walk around with your shirt off and impress everyone. But right now that may not be such an appealing idea. One thing that winter always provides is a few extra inches around the waist, and a determination that you’ll be ripped by summer. But how do you go about getting shredded between now and the end of spring? Well this article will help you get there. We are going to look at five ways to get shredded this summer. Tip #1: Take stock of your current situation Before making any plans you really should take a good look at where you are currently at physique and fitness wise . If you are borderline obese and haven’t run 100m since high school then jumping into a 5 times per week crossfit program is probably not going to lead to good results! But even if you are in decent shape, you will still get huge benefits from assessing yo...

Picture/Function of the Intestines

  The intestines are a long, continuous tube running from the stomach to the anus. Most absorption of nutrients and water happen in the intestines. The intestines include the small intestine, large intestine, and rectum. The small intestine (small bowel) is about 20 feet long and about an inch in diameter. Its job is to absorb most of the nutrients from what we eat and drink. Velvety tissue lines the small intestine, which is divided into the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. The large intestine (colon or large bowel) is about 5 feet long and about 3 inches in diameter. The colon absorbs water from wastes, creating stool. As stool enters the rectum, nerves there create the urge to defecate. CONTINUE READING BELOW WEBMD Is Migraine Pain Stopping You in Your Tracks? Get a personalized plan to help you better manage the pain. SLIDESHOW Slideshow: Ulcerative Colitis Surgery -- What to Expect See the different surgeries used ...

9 Tips You Need To Know About Your Health By Just Looking Into Your Mouth

As if a trip to the dentist wasn't scary enough. You mouth can tell you more about your overall health than you think. It can indicate if you have diabetes, are at risk for heart disease, and much more. Let this be a reminder to take good care of your teeth, as well as the rest of your body. As dreaded as a trip to the dentist may be, it's a necessary evil for your health - and not just your oral health. It turns out, your dentists can tell a lot about your general health status just by looking at your mouth. "There's a big, for lack of a better word, disconnect between the dental and medical world," dentist   Dr. Jeff Haddad told INSIDER.  "[Your mouth is] part of your body, and if something's going on in there, it's going to affect everything [...] I just don't think people realize to what degree." I definitely fall into this camp. I mean I know that brushing and flossing are good practices for taking care of my mouth, but wh...

Why eating two burgers could be healthier than adding a side of fries, according to a nutritionist

Nutritionist and registered dietitian Emily Field takes an unconventional approach to eating healthy. She encourages clients to think about macronutrients when they choose a meal. Balancing fat, carbohydrates, and protein can help curb cravings and keep energy levels steady throughout the day. Instead of adding fries to that order, you might want to consider a second burger. While conventional wisdom might tell you that eating a second  anything  is a bad choice from a nutritional perspective, there's something more important to consider: balance. Registered dietitian and nutritionist Emily Field encourages her clients to think about that word before a meal, rather than labeling certain foods "bad" or "good." To do this, she encourages people to think about three components of a food - fat, carbohydrates, and proteins. Protein fuels your muscles and keeps you feeling full, carbohydrates provide energy, and fat helps us absorb vitamins and minera...