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6 Benefits of Snack-Size Portions of Pecans
Pecans are among the top contenders of nuts packed with healthy fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. The essential nutrients in this rich, flavorful nut are linked to potential health benefits, including blood sugar stabilization, heart disease protection, and immunity support. Based on nutritional value, you may have difficulty deciding between pecans and walnuts as a…
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Healthy Holidays
Self-restraint can help make holidays more enjoyable Admit it: It can be oh-so-tantalizingly-hard to say no to a second helping of Thanksgiving turkey and mashed potatoes, or another helping of pumpkin pie. But a pair of K-State Research and Extension experts say having a little self-restraint can help to make the holiday more enjoyable. “You…
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Eight super-healthy leafy greens—and why you should eat them
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Leafy greens are a great way to improve your health as they possess many vital nutrients, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. As a nutritionist, I would highly recommend getting more of the following salad leaves in your diet. Spinach Spinach is easy to get all year round, and is chock full of…
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15 High-Protein Breakfast Ideas for Healthy Hormones, Metabolism, and Energy
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, which is why I personally prioritize nutrient-dense breakfasts, and as a dietitian, I like to encourage others to do the same. If you’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about protein first thing in the morning (see: the 30/30/30 method), the internet rumors…
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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Nuts Every Day
You’ve heard by now that nuts are healthy. Regardless of the type—Walnuts, almonds, pistachios, cashews, pecans—every kind of nut is packed full of nutrients. In general, nuts provide fiber, protein, and healthy fats, which make them filling, satiating snacks. Beyond that, the other benefits of nuts come from the powerful vitamins, minerals, and natural plant…
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2023 World Diabetes Day at Texas Diabetes Institue
Hear from certified diabetes educators, taste healthy recipes, test your glucose level and much more at this free community event Diabetes is a silent disease that can affect the entire body. One of the keys to managing complications from the disease is maintaining a healthy diet to help keep blood sugar levels within normal range.…
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$3.37 Million Grant Backs Effort to Optimize Online Weight Programs
UVA Health researchers are hoping to help rural residents make healthy eating choices by improving online behavioral obesity treatments. School of Medicine public health researchers, together with colleagues at the University of South Carolina, have received a $3.37 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to determine if online behavioral weight-management programs for rural…
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8 Best & Worst Frozen French Fries, According to a Nutritionist
You can always count on frozen french fries to bring a bit of the restaurant experience into your home kitchen. Crispy and crunchy, these taters are an easy side dish for burgers, chicken, sandwiches, and more. Even better: many frozen fry brands are actually relatively healthy, with short ingredient lists and options for baking or…
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5 Reasons Why You Should Eat More Kale
Kale is a leafy green vegetable with a lot of versatility and a strong nutritional composition full of vitamins A, C, and K, fiber and antioxidants. Kale belongs to the cabbage family, along with Brussel sprouts, broccoli, and other cruciferous vegetables. You can identify kale it by its green or purple curly leaves. Kale has…
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A centenarian who played golf until she was 86 gives her tips for living to 100, including walking lots and having younger friends
Centenarian Janet Gibbs told Insider her tips for longevity. They include keeping your mind and body active, socializing with friends, and eating well. Gibbs’ tips are similar to the healthy habits of the superager residents of the world’s Blue Zones. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized…