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What is Rhabdomyolysis?

Rhabdomyolysis (also called "rhabdo") is the death of muscle cells. When muscle is damaged under duress, it releases the protein myoglobin : a protein that stores oxygen in the muscles : into the bloodstream. High…

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Mediterranean Herb Salad

As a chef and registered dietitian, I am always creating delicious, healthful and satisfying recipes. I believe food should not only be flavorful and nutritious, but also bright and colorful. And this recipe meets…

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Cherries: One of Nature’s Perfect Treats

When I think of cherries, I picture a bountiful harvest on a cool, pleasant day : puffy white clouds in powder blue skies. Cherry-picking children overflow their wooden baskets without missing a single mini-stone…

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Get Saucy Series: Healthy Yogurt Sauces

If velvety béchamel sauce suits French food, tangy yogurt sauces befit Mediterranean cuisines. While yogurt is a relative newcomer to the United States, many cultures have relied on yogurt for centuries: not just as…

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SocialPro: Blocking Pop-Up Ads

Pop-up ads usually open in a new window, generally using JavaScript, a popular programming language. While pop-ups can be helpful in some cases (e.g. online shopping) they can be a nuisance and sometimes can even…

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10 African Recipes to Try in 2014

Although African cuisine is among the most diverse, it remains relatively unexplored. With food trends indicating increased interest in ethnic foods, I asked my friends on social media to help me compile 10 dishes…

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Baking Banana Bread With My Girls

Baking is fun for the little ones because they get to help create something they can enjoy. (And what kid doesn't like to mix up gooey batter?) But letting them help in the kitchen also teaches measuring, counting…

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Farmstand (Version 1.7.1)

Platform and Price Apple iOS (mobile web version on Android), free

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Get Saucy Series: Creamy Classics

The French may be credited with developing the sophisticated art of sauce making, but the midcentury rise of canned soup gave homemade sauces a reputation for fussy and dated cooking. Today, millions of baby boomers…

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Laura McKnight: Shaping the Future of Nutrition

Laura McKnight, MPH, RD, LD, just completed her 20th year of teaching at Idaho State University, in Pocatello, Idaho. In that time, she's worked her way up from adjunct instructor to dietetic programs director. When…

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Fast Food in Africa: An African Dietitian’s Perspective

When I heard about multinational fast food companies expanding throughout Africa, I was ready to protest. Much like the rest of the world, obesity is on the rise in Africa and, as a registered dietitian who has seen…

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