Von Claudia Shannon

Cant Do Cobra Pose? Heres what Your Body is Trying to Tell You

Another simple way to ensure youre engaging your core in this pose is by pressing the tops of your feet into the mat, which allows your lower back ...

Try the Box Breathing Technique When You Need a 5-Minute Break

Breathing exercises, like the box breathing technique, have been shown to reduce the production of cortisol, she explains. Dr. Patel says box breat...

Can Food Dyes Cause Stomach Pain?

'Food dyes are usually added to foods, beverages and cosmetics for appearance purposes,' says New York City-based Ashley Baumohl, RD, CDN, an assis...

Food Suddenly Tastes Different? Here's what Your Body's Trying to Tell You

If you're starting a new medication and notice a sudden change in taste, ask your doctor if it's a common side effect and how you can manage it. 'A...

8 Foods High in Inulin You Should Be Eating for Better Gut Health

In addition to inulin, dandelion greens are a great source of vitamins A, C and K, as well as folate, calcium and potassium, according to the Cleve...

Why Do My Armpits Smell Like Onions?

The dryness creates a less- friendly environment for bacteria to flourish, which can help prevent sweat from smelling like onions. These traditiona...

6 Potential Side Effects of SlimFast Shakes

According to the SlimFast website, their original shake fits the bill for macros. And while SlimFast isn't necessarily bad for you every now and th...

5 Pros of Psychological Tests, Plus 2 Cons

Similarly, test results often need to be interpreted by your medical provider. The pros of psychological testing don't stop at a diagnosis pinpoin...

How to Bake a Fully-Cooked Semi-Boneless Ham for Maximum Flavor

Small, sharp knife (optional, for scoring). Carrots, chopped (optional). Celery, chopped (optional). Onions, chopped (optional). Mixing bowl (optio...

3 Reasons Why Chocolate Makes You Sleepy

Fix it: Stick to a 1-ounce serving of dark chocolate with a high cocoa content to avoid feeling sleepy. Here's another reason why chocolate makes ...

Why Coping with Stress Gets Harder as You Age, and what to Do About It

Nutritional deficiencies can compromise your immune system and lower your energy level, making it harder to cope with stress, according to the Harv...

Jell-O Flavors and Colors to Avoid Before a Colonoscopy Procedure

The only reason for avoiding certain colored Jell-O (along with other similarly colored foods and drinks) before a colonoscopy is that the red food...