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New stories every morning, plus our archive of dietitian-written stories from the HealthStylz magazine.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a complex digestive condition that interferes with the daily lives of millions of people worldwide. Typically occurring in episodes, the condition is characterized by symptoms such as…
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Understanding metabolic syndrome , which is estimated to affect 35 percent of adults and 10 percent of adolescents in the U.S., is important for recognizing chronic disease risk and for communicating the…
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Many descriptors apply to Naomi Trostler, PhD, RD, FAND, from international researcher, educator and mentor to consultant, communicator and volunteer. Now, she may add another: 2016 Marjorie Hulsizer Copher Award…
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Packed with fresh local clams: quahogs, which are large and perfect for chowder: in a rich broth, this lighter version of a New England favorite is delicate, mild and creamy with a hint of the sea.
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This healthier take on the classic dessert replaces pastry cream filling with a lighter ricotta cream : a nod to the Italian pastries of Boston’s North End.
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Chances are, if you've been on social media, watched the news or been anywhere near a videogamer in the last year, you've heard about virtual reality. But what is it?
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Young adults, especially on college campuses, looking to avoid weight gain from alcohol while simultaneously achieving a fast buzz are adopting the unhealthy habit known as "drunkorexia."
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When temperatures soar, my dinner plans don’t include an oven or stovetop. Frankly, even the barbecue gives off too much heat.
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In many backyard barbecues, "Let's grill tonight" translates as "Let's eat meat tonight." That's not really surprising since grilled meat products create hundreds of complex aroma and flavor compounds. While grilled…
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The first time I heard about teaching in a hybrid format, I was intrigued. Hybrid classes are a fusion of online and traditional in-seat formats. Having taught both online and "in-seat" classes, I liked the idea of…
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As an Argentine, I love going to Brazil's sunny and warm beaches for summer vacations. With my husband and preschool-aged daughter, our latest trip was to Maceió, a city in Brazil's northeast. Of course I tried every…
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While living in Sudan, a predominantly Muslim country, I had the wonderful opportunity to eat like a local. I was even invited to several iftar meals, which celebrate the breaking of the day's fast during Ramadan. It…
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Here's something you might not know about informatics: in the modern world, pretty much everybody does it. Perhaps as a nutrition and dietetics professional you do not realize you do, but you do.
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Greek flavors are so fresh and tasty , and using the slow cooker is so easy! If you've never cooked seafood in the slow cooker before, this recipe is a great introduction. I used smaller, frozen raw shrimp in my…
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Unless your career is centered on shock-jock sensationalism, you may find there is little to gain in offending or polarizing your social networks : and much to lose, including professional credibility and potential…
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Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies worldwide. It is associated with poor diet, blood loss and malabsorptive disorders. Even the U.S. has high rates, though iron deficiency is usually…
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The USP Food Fraud Database categorizes the type or nature of food fraud reports as follows: replacement, addition and removal. Here is what those categories mean.
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What's a person to do when the bag of brown sugar in the pantry is rock-hard or the honey in the cabinet is crystallized? Before tossing seemingly spoiled foods, try these creative solutions.
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Worried about food fraud ? According to the Congressional Research Service, these are the nine leading food categories with reported cases of food fraud.
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Dandelion tea-marinated tofu is baked to crispy perfection, served atop a bed of sautéed dandelion greens and caramelized shallots, and drizzled with a creamy maple-tahini dressing.
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Synopsis of the App FoodKeeper is a well-designed pocket reference from the USDA that helps answer the common food question: Is that still good? The app provides details on how to store, pack, cook and freeze food…
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There's a growing interest in wild foods. With edible weeds suited to thrive in nearly every environment across the country, to the trained eye, gastronomically exciting vegetation is abundant. Enter the burgeoning…
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You may have seen the recent headlines : "Banned Stimulants Found in Supplements" or "Hidden Dangers in Dietary Supplements" : and wondered, are supplements safe?
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Drawn to nutrition and dietetics from a prevention perspective, Dr. Lauren Au strives to fight and prevent childhood obesity through improving federal nutrition initiatives, such as the National School Lunch Program…
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