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New stories every morning, plus our archive of dietitian-written stories from the HealthStylz magazine.
Found in virtually every tissue and cell in the body and enabling many biological functions, vitamin D comes from three sources: food, supplements and the sun. It's also one of four fat-soluble vitamins, the other…
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Although fractures due to thinning bones are rare before age 65, the risk of this common and often debilitating condition is heavily influenced by choices we make decades earlier. Each phase of life offers a unique…
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Iridescent, tiny and flavorful, sardines are actually several different types of small fish : not a species, as some people think.
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Synopsis of the App Zipongo is an ideal meal-planning tool for healthy shoppers. Recipes come with appetizing, full-color photos and can be saved for easy recall or sharing with friends. Filter by dietary…
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There's no wonder that so many municipalities offer (and even require) recycling programs. The benefits of recycling glass, plastic, paper and aluminum products are numerous. But what about food scraps and yard…
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The beauty of individually frozen fish fillets is that dinner is only a few minutes away. When I arrive home from work, I grab the number of frozen fillets that I need for dinner plus one more for tomorrow's lunch.
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The dining room table was set elegantly with springtime tulips as the centerpiece. Matzo ball soup filled china bowls, brisket and carrot tzimmes adorned the plates and everyone anticipated the dessert of…
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As speaker-elect of the Academy House of Delegates , one of my most exciting and challenging responsibilities is communicating clearly and openly with a variety of groups: the Academy House of Delegates Leadership…
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Years back, I moved to the United States from my home country, Argentina, and volunteered in a Salvation Army clinic. Today, I'm back home and have hosted dietetics students as they come to visit. From these…
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Let's talk diabetes and prediabetes around the world : the main goals of World Health Day 2016. According to the World Health Organization, the number of diabetes cases is rapidly increasing in many countries. They…
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Foodborne illnesses are a health concern everywhere. They are especially a concern when traveling abroad, though. When you are traveling to a different country, ask yourself: Are restaurants selling food that you can…
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I'm not one of those dietitians who hates all processed foods. You won't find me proclaiming the evils of food processing in aisles of the health food store or at the farmers market. Nevertheless, I am interested…
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Chili doesn't get any easier than this! In a few easy steps, you can create a vegan dish that is packed with flavor and deeply satisfying. If you're not a fan of quinoa, prepare the chili without it and enjoy it with…
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I'm crazy about sesame, the mighty little seeds that pack a powerful flavor punch. Toasting the seeds brings out their nuttiness and adds oomph when sprinkled on rice bowls, sushi and avocado toast. Not only that,…
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Every family has its holiday food traditions. In mine, we celebrate Easter with Grandma Kay's traditional Greek lamb recipe.
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First the good news: Just about everyone is interested in food and nutrition these days. While it's really great that what we eat is such a popular topic, it's also crucial that we get nutrition education from a…
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The first Dietary Guidelines for Americans came out in 1980. As an RDN, I understand the significant changes that have occurred since then regarding the way we view the intersection of health, disease and nutrition.
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Nothing says comfort and warmth like gnocchi. It's more time consuming to make them fresh instead of buying a packaged variety, but the ingredients are few and simple, the preparation is not difficult, and the…
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Why is it that we put off doing the simplest things : like finally writing down this easy recipe? "I'll write it tomorrow," I'd say. Then another day would pass. "OK, tomorrow." And another. "No, really, I'll write…
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Products Reviewed: PaperChef Culinary Parchment Multipurpose Non-Stick Paper and PaperChef Culinary Parchment Cooking Bags
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Served over fresh peppery arugula, delicate sautéed shrimp in a tomato curry sauce make a tasty lunch or dinner.
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While lowering sodium is indisputably beneficial for those who already have hypertension, increasingly conservative sodium recommendations for the general public is hotly contested : and concern that too little…
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Synopsis of the App The EatBy app helps you track what’s in the refrigerator and when you need to use or eat it.
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