Health Myth: Muscle Turns To Fat If You Stop Working Out

Health Myth: Muscle Turns To Fat If You Stop Working Out. healtz

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Rihanna's Simple Fitness Plan

To burn fat and build muscle, Rihanna bikes for 30 to 40 minutes three to five times a week. Biking not only works the singer's calves, quads and glutes, but it also tones her upper body. Watch this video to find out how.

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Exercising for Flexibility

Being flexible has more perks than you know. Watch this video to learn the best exercises to increase flexibility and how they'll improve your health. healthz

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When is the Best Time to Exercise?

Just finding time to exercise is hard enough for some people. But when you do make time, is it better to work out early in the morning or hit the gym after work? Watch this video to learn the best time to exercise, straight from a fitness expert.

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How To Recognize Signs Of a Bladder Infection

Stop a bladder or urinary tract infection in its tracks by learning what to look for and how to prevent it from getting worse.

You Will Need:
Careful monitoring of symptoms
A physician

Step 1: Check frequency of urination
Check your frequency of urination. A swollen, infected bladder will make you feel the urge to urinate more often.

Step 2: Pay attention to a burning sensation
Check for a burning sensation when urinating, a common symptom of a bladder infection. Holding urine too long can encourage infection, so go when you have to go.

Step 3: Observe the color and smell of urine
Observe the color and smell of your urine. If your bladder is infected, urine may be dark yellow or greenish, with a foul odor. If you take an over-the-counter drug for bladder infections and painful urination persists, see your doctor immediately.

Step 4: Check for pain in the stomach or pelvic area
Check for throbbing pain in your stomach or pelvic area, as this is indicative of an advanced infection.

Step 5: Watch for blood in the urine
Watch for blood in your urine and contact your physician immediately to prevent further damage to your urinary tract.

Step 6: Contact your physician
Contact your physician for an accurate diagnosis. No two people are alike when it comes to infection symptoms.

Did You Know?

Up to 30 percent of women will get a bladder infection in their lifetime.

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How To Prevent Urinary Tract Infections

UTIs occur when bacteria enter the urethra; women are especially prone to this painful condition. Take these steps to help prevent one.

You Will Need
Cranberry juice
Fresh water
Cotton panties
Cranberry supplements (optional) (optional) (optional)

Step 1: Drink cranberry juice
Add cranberry juice to your daily or weekly diet. Cranberry may cut the risk of urinary tract infections. You can also take cranberry supplements in capsule form.

Step 2: Drink more water
Drink plenty of water to flush out the urinary tract.

Step 3: Take showers
Skip the tub and use the shower instead. Bacteria can easily enter the urethra in a hot bath.

Step 4: Don't use sprays and douches
Avoid feminine hygiene sprays and douches. They can irritate the urethra and increase the risk of an infection.

Step 5: Wipe from front to back
When using the toilet, wipe from front to back.

Step 6: Wear cotton panties
Wear cotton underwear. Cotton allows your skin to breathe, which helps prevent bacteria from accumulating around the urinary tract.

Step 7: Pee after sex
Urinate following sexual intercourse. Bacteria can enter the urethra during intercourse; going to the bathroom immediately after sex helps flush out bacteria.

Step 8: See a doctor if you experience symptoms
If you experience UTI symptoms, such as a frequent urge to urinate and a painful, burning feeling in the area of the bladder or urethra during urination, see your doctor.

Did You Know?

Urinary tract infections account for about 8.3 million doctor visits each year.

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