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Aramark Student Nutrition aims to get young diners engaged with new video series
The series will be hosted by Aramark’s ACE the Fox mascot and will cover a range of nutrition topics. | Image courtesy of Aramark Student Nutrition Aramark Student Nutrition has launched a new nutrition education video series for young eaters. Named The ACE Show, the program aims to educate elementary students on nutrition and healthy…
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This Is the Best Hour to Eat Lunch, Say Experts
Is there a sweet spot for lunchtime? There sure is: A doctor and a nutrition expert explain that when you eat is just as important as what you eat. Lunchtime should be a chance to refuel and refresh—in some countries, people even exit the workplace and return home to join the family around the table for…
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Europeans Rebel Against EU Food Nutrition Labeling
European Union institutions are known worldwide for a certain lack of accountability and inconsistent policymaking processes that are undertaken more on the sly than in a democratic matter. Alternatively, if a genuinely democratic decision has been made, it’s all too often ignored. Just as Americans often take issue with “the swamp” on Capitol Hill, so…
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What to eat — and what to avoid — to ward off dementia
You are what you eat — or at least, your brain is. Medical researchers are discovering how everyday foods can contribute to the risk of declining brain health and dementia. At the same time, however, they’re also finding that some foods and beverages can help you maintain healthy cognitive functioning well into old age. “There…
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Why everyone is eating dumplings to lose weight
When it comes to healthy eating, we’ve been raised to believe that vegetables, particularly the green, leafy kind, are king. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans and snow peas tend to be hot ticket items in the pursuit of a balanced diet, and rightfully so. They’re high in iron, vitamin C, magnesium and more. But there’s a new…
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14 Healthy Eating Tips To Help Your Teenager Thrive
Build Strong Bones “Both calcium and vitamin D are crucial for strong, healthy bones. Inadequate calcium intake can lead to weakened bones, setting the stage for future issues like osteoporosis. Both boys and girls need sufficient calcium, but girls should be cautious due to their higher risk. Vitamin D also builds strong bones, although teens…
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Experts warn: Neglecting nutrition, exercise can impact college students’ health, social life and academic performance
Experts warn: Neglecting nutrition, exercise can impact college students’ health, social life and academic performance – UNIVERSITY PRESS Close Modal Window
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Which late-night snacks are healthy? A dietitian weighs in
It may be that you find yourself up at midnight and unable to sleep. Or, genuinely hungry as you work late into the evening. Or, maybe you’re simply a night owl. Whatever the reason, should you find yourself peckish late at night, there are certainly snack options that are far better than others nutritionally. When reaching for…
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Best High-Fiber Foods And Snacks, According To Experts
The next time you hit the grocery store, add the following foods to your cart for an extra boost of fiber. Almonds Almonds are one of Swanner’s favorite crunchy midday snacks. According to a 2018 metastudy, adding almonds to your diet can help reduce LDL cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) and maintain HDL cholesterol (“good” cholesterol). Swanner…
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10-Plus Foods High in Zinc: Veggies, Protein, Fruits, Seeds
Zinc is an essential mineral for overall health and wellness. Involved in hundreds of enzymatic processes throughout your body, zinc is crucial in wound healing, cell signaling and division, DNA and protein synthesis, and immune function. Additionally, zinc is crucial for having a sense of taste and for supporting fetal growth and development during pregnancy.…