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Does Masturbation Really Burn Calories?
Is it possible? It’s well known that masturbating can ease tension, help you sleep more soundly, and lift your spirits. But did you realize that self-pleasure can also torch some calories? Accounts suggest that a single solo session can expend, at a minimum, about five to six calories. How much you burn depends on how […]
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How Many Calories Do Jumping Jacks Burn?
The number of calories burned doing jumping jacks depends on how long and how vigorously you perform them, along with individual factors that influence your metabolic rate. Though jumping jacks may appear simple, they deliver meaningful benefits, such as improving cardiovascular health and toning muscles. They’re a plyometric, whole-body exercise suitable for any consistent workout […]
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What to Know About Vodka Nutrition
Vodka is very low in calories and contains no carbohydrates. It’s also gluten-free. A single shot generally contains under 100 calories. If you’re tracking calories or following a low-calorie eating plan and still want to drink alcohol, vodka can be a relatively low-calorie option. It also has 0 grams (g) of carbs, which makes distilled […]
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How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle for Body Recomposition
Boosting your protein consumption and adding resistance training to your schedule can assist in reducing body fat while increasing muscle tissue. (img by Spren) Body composition describes the proportion of fat versus fat-free components (muscle, bone, and water) present in your body. Assessing body composition provides a clearer picture of health than screening tools that […]
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How Much Muscle Mass Should I Have, and How Do I Measure It?
Measuring muscle mass precisely is challenging because it’s influenced by many variables. Although research is somewhat limited, available studies offer useful perspectives. Your total body weight is composed of two main parts: body fat and lean body mass. People frequently conflate “lean body mass” with “muscle mass,” but they aren’t identical. Lean body mass encompasses […]
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Can Your Foot Shape Reveal Your Personality or Your Ancestry? Learn More
As DNA-focused genealogy services continue to grow, so does our interest in uncovering more about our roots. MIT Technology Review noted that almost 26 million Americans used at-home ancestry kits last year. That curiosity about genetic origins has many people wondering whether ancestry shows up elsewhere on the body. For instance, is there any accuracy […]
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Duck-Footed: Out-Toeing, or the Opposite of Pigeon-Toed
Some toddlers adopt a duck-footed walk as they gain confidence in their new skill — this is also called out-toeing. In this gait, the toes point outward instead of straight ahead, producing a waddling appearance. (img by Zac Cupples) Out-toeing can also appear for the first time during adolescence, the teen years, or in adulthood. […]
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Is It Safe to Smoke Weed If You Have a Cold or the Flu?
The long-term risks and safety of e-cigarettes and other vaping devices are still not clearly understood. In September 2019, federal and state health agencies began probing an outbreak of a severe lung illness linked to e-cigarette and vaping product use. We are monitoring developments closely and will revise this content as new information emerges. There’s […]
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How Long Does Wine Last?
Although an unopened bottle of wine generally lasts longer than one already opened, it can still spoil. Unopened wine may be safe to drink past the date stamped on the bottle if it still smells and tastes normal. If you’ve ever questioned whether an old or leftover bottle of wine is still drinkable, you’re in […]
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Massage for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a frequent source of heel and foot discomfort. Luckily, stretches and self-massage you can perform at home may ease pain and reduce the likelihood of the issue becoming long-lasting. Below are several suggestions and do-it-yourself massage methods you can try at home. (img by Boulder Therapeutics) Getting started Foot massage should feel […]