Dispelling white rice myths It’s true that white rice is mostly starch. Furthermore, the difference in fiber is roughly three grams per cup. Keep in mind that some cuisines may incorporate several starches within a single meal. Shutterstock For example, manyMexican dishesinclude a combination of rice, beans, and tortillas. Similarly inIndian cuisine, it’s not uncommon to see rice, lentils, and veggies together. Shutterstock

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. I’m amosquito magnet. Shutterstock But why are some people magnets for mosquitoes while others rarely get bit? New research suggests your diet may play a role. With climate change, the threat mosquitos pose for transmitting diseases is increasing. Shutterstock The human body produces more than 350 different volatile organic compounds....

Stay dedicated to this routine, and you’llsee the weight come off! Maintaining a healthy lifestyle at this stage of life sometimes takes a backseat to the many obligations that arise. The underrated training tool we’re going to stress today is the bodyweight workout. Thomas Barwick / Getty Images It’s a great way toburn caloriesand increase your daily physical activity. Not only are they low-stress, but they can be performed anywhere and will help you sculpt muscle....

Arthritis can worsen with age, and there is no cure for it. However, there are ways to help relieve some of the symptoms orhelp slow it down. These include lifestyle changes, which can start with being mindful about the foods you eat. Shutterstock The study further determined that antioxidants may be useful for helping to manage oxidative stress in rheumatoid arthritis. The researchers suggested that this experimental diet should be called the Low Inflammatory Foods Everyday (LIFE) diet....

The beloved brand is synonymous withBig Mouth Burgers, sizzling fajitas, andsalt-rimmed margaritas. But did you ever stop to think about why yourgrilled chicken fajitasalways come out audibly sizzling? The brand’s name comes from a chili cookoff. Shutterstock Fun fact: Chili’s was founded in Texas, butTexas Roadhousewasn’t founded in the Lone Star state. At the time, there was nothing like it . The fajitas are required to audibly sizzle as they leave the kitchen....

The benefits ofcooking old schoolare many. First, many of these old-fashionedchocolate dessertsare very easy to make. Third, they are tried-and-true delicious. Courtesy Bigger Bolder Baking Translation: Everyone will love them. Browse this list of some of the most beloved old-fashioned chocolate desserts and make one tonight! It still manages to be delicious and decadent so give it a try! Courtesy A Cookie Named Desire Try this great Depression Cake recipe fromA Cookie Named Desire....

If you’re hoping that regular exercise will help toshrink your waist, then you’re in luck. Start today, because the sooner you get motivated, the sooner you’ll see results! Keep reading for these super-simple exercises for a smaller waist. Shutterstock Standing Side Bend Schmidt suggests beginning with a good side-body stretch. You’ll bend and get your obliques moving to pull your body back to a standing position. She tells us, “Strengthening the obliques will help tone and define the waist....

An egg sunny-side up could be put atop this dish. We can try replicating some of these choices by getting serious aboutvegetablesat breakfast. (If you have strawberries, mango, and grapes, these make a terrific combo!) Shutterstock Top with a heavy drizzle ofnatural peanut butterand banana slices to make a yummy, eye-catching breakfast solution. Yogurt with blueberries One last breakfast idea for longevity that incorporates fruit and takes very little prep?...

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. However, it’s a bit more complicated than that. Shutterstock Although there is truth to this point, there are other perspectives to consider, as well. However, eating multiple servings of vegetables a day can be a good place to start. Shutterstock Shutterstock Shutterstock

You’ve got this! Flex your triceps and chest at the top to finish before performing another rep. Drive through your heel, and jump out to the side. Land with your other foot on the ground, keeping tension in your glute. Shutterstock Once you’re stable, jump back to the opposite side. Continue moving back and forth like you’re “skating” until you complete all reps. Perform 3 sets of 8 reps for each leg....

After all, there’s a reason Italian food isthe most popular cuisine in the world. From handmade pasta to fluffy focaccia, there’s a lot to love atItalian restaurants. Unfortunately, there’s also a lot to avoid. Shutterstock Italian cuisine is one edible genre that tends to get pretty over the top when it’s Americanized. That’s the ethos for chefs and experts who take their Italian food seriously. Americanized Italian food can be alluring, but there are still certain dishes that are big no-noslike fried cheese....

And some are actually pretty tasty. Some beer companies and microbreweries are makinglight beer with lower calories, carbs,andgreat flavor. (Plus, always skip these8 Popular Beers That Use the Lowest Quality Ingredients.) Shutterstock The 4.4% abv American lager was launched in 1939 by the Tito Brothers, owners of theLatrobe Brewery. But Miller 64 just took things too far. You’re better off with club soda. Courtesy of Rolling Rock In fact, at 123 calories,this beer is almost twice as caloric as Miller 64....

While your grandparents may not have made these dishes for you, they’ve definitely tried some of them. Would you actually try any of these? Make this for your kids and get back to us with their reactions, c’mon. Reddit Served over mixed greens, this was apparently considered a salad. It’s just very…brown. Reddit YouTube Shutterstock Shutterstock Reddit Reddit Reddit Wiki Commons Shutterstock