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Spring Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Tips
Spring is synonymous with a fresh start. Winter has officially had its send-off (thank goodness) and we look forward to the return of flowers in bloom, longer days and sunnier moods. So how do we set ourselves up for a successful season to keep healthy and happy into the new season? Registered Dietitian Amy Goodson…
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Parental Diet Could Influence Kids’ Healthy Eating Habits: Study
Most parents, educators and policymakers agree that children should eat healthy foods. However, our peer-reviewed paper suggests the strategy adults often use to achieve that can sometimes backfire. Fortunately, there’s an easy fix. Authors Kelley Gullo Wight Assistant Professor of Marketing, Indiana University Peggy Liu Ben L. Fryrear Chair in Marketing and Associate Professor of…
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7 Anti-Inflammatory Lunch Ideas Full of Antioxidants, Fiber, and Lean Protein
Did you know that what you eat for lunch can help you control unwanted inflammation in the body? Some inflammation is actually important in certain cases, like when you’re sick or injured. But when that inflammation goes from acute and temporary (beneficial) to chronic and long-term (harmful), your health can suffer. The good news is…
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10 Nutrient-Packed Foods High in Fiber and Protein
Protein and fiber are two of the most important nutrients we need—they benefit our health in so many ways. And while many seek out these macros from separate foods, there are actually many foods high in both fiber and protein. This increased nutrient density helps you get more bang for your buck from your food…
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The Best Time to Take Vitamin D for Maximum Absorption, According to Health Experts
When it comes to the supplement aisle, multivitamins, omega-3s and probiotics might score more shelf real estate. However, if that multi doesn’t come with a dose of vitamin D, your doctor might recommend adding another pill to your routine. Roxana Ehsani, M.S., RD, CSSD, a Miami-based board-certified sports dietitian, explains that vitamin D is one…
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Courtney Kiang, RD, on the Power of Mindful Eating
As a registered dietitian for the Community Nutrition Programs at the CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center, Courtney Kiang, RD understands the importance of fostering a healthy relationship with food. One concept she emphasizes is mindful eating. Mindful eating is not a diet; it’s a way of approaching food that focuses on being present and…
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Would you eat lab-grown beef rice?
ByDeutsche Welle Mar 26, 2024 05:22 PM IST Share Via Copy Link Researchers have created a hybrid rice with lab-grown beef and hope ‘beef rice’ will be a sustainable source of protein. Researchers in South Korea have created a hybrid rice with lab-grown beef cells. They say their ‘beef rice’ could become a sustainable source…
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Full list of calorie-loaded superfoods that actually make you pile on pounds
Diet is a major factor in our overall health and wellbeing. What we eat has a direct impact on our cardiovascular health, brain health, joints and muscles among other parts of the body. Our weight is also affected by what we eat and is often a driving force behind how people plan their meals. We…
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Food As Medicine: Free Fruit & Vegetable Deliveries Improves Health For Vulnerable Americans
CHICAGO — A commonly held misconception is that people don’t eat healthier simply because they don’t have the willpower. This mindset completely disregards socioeconomic factors. New research backs up how important it is to include them, showing that programs that provided free, home-delivered fruits and vegetables every week improved nutrition and overall health. “We all know…
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Arthritis and inflammation linked to certain healthy foods, new study finds
An amino acid found in foods we eat every day could lead to arthritis, research suggests. Scientists have linked an amino acid called tryptophan, which is in meat, dairy, nuts, and other food to the debilitating condition that causes pain and inflammation in the joints. Experts suggest that eating plans with less of this amino…