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Here’s is how much of your Thanksgiving dinner could come from Arizona farms and ranches
Thanksgiving has become a holiday about food, but as families gather and give their graces to the cornucopia of dishes on the dinner table, the origin of what they’re eating can be an afterthought. The grocery store shelves provide it, and while some curious shoppers might look at the labels, that’s often as far as…
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What Is Intuitive Eating? An Expert Guide
There are 10 key principles of intuitive eating, as outlined by Evelyn Tribole, R.D.N, and Elyse Resch, R.D.N., the two nutrition experts credited with creating the framework. 1. Reject the Diet Mentality Let go of the idea that there’s a “perfect” way to eat. Instead, focus on honoring the body’s needs. Intuitive eating encourages individuals…
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Pros and Cons of High-Carb Diets: Can You Lose Weight?
You’ve probably heard many times throughout your life that carbohydrates (or carbs) are the enemy — especially if you’re trying to lose weight. Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy But it’s not that…
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7 Proteins to Add to Your Grocery List to Help You Lower High Blood Pressure, According to a Dietitian
If you’re living with high blood pressure—as 120 million Americans are, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention—you may be focusing on lowering your sodium intake and eating less saturated fat. But one nutrient you may not give much thought to (but should!) is protein. We’re talking about quality protein at each meal…
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Can Eating Avocados Help You Lose Weight?
When you’re trying to lose weight, a good part of reevaluating your daily habits happens in the kitchen. In addition to establishing a calorie deficit, practicing portion control, and meal prepping healthy meals at the start of your week, you should know what to include—and what not to include—on your shopping list. If you’re an…
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Plenty of processed foods are healthy — the list might surprise you
“Stop eating processed food!” Have you heard that before from your favorite wellness guru? Usually in the next video, that same person is eating Greek yogurt with honey on top. However, did you know these are two processed foods? Don’t be misled by people who view all processed foods as the same thing. Although they…
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‘Food as Medicine’ Concept Starts to Catch On: What to Know
Nov. 21, 2023 – If you’re like 90% of U.S. adults, you don’t meet the government’s dietary recommendations for eating enough fruits and vegetables. Low-income people have an especially big challenge in this respect, as they may lack access to healthy food. This is important, because diet plays an outsize role in health and health…
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5 best green coffee brands to boost weight loss
Coffee is a favourite beverage for many. But among fitness enthusiasts and health conscious consumers, green coffee is emerging as a popular pick for its unique benefits. The raw and unroasted coffee beans have a different chemical makeup than roasted coffee beans. Plus, it is packed with chlorogenic acids (CGAs), which are strong antioxidants to…
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Transforming office canteens into restaurants: ‘I’d nearly come into work because the food is so good’
There isn’t a deep-fat fryer in the kitchen of the VHI Food Lab cafe at the Carrickmines retail park. There aren’t any chips, burgers, chicken nuggets or lasagna on the menu either. And, there is a distinct absence of crisps and all the usual fizzy drinks in the cool cabinet. Instead, you can buy kombucha…
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Prevent liver disease: What your eat, and avoid, matters
#inform-video-player-1 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } #inform-video-player-2 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } Harvard Health Blog In today’s fast-paced world, our waking hours are filled with decisions — often surrounding what to eat. After a long day, dinner could well be fast food or takeout. While you may worry about the toll…