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Bagged Salads and Greens: A Salmonella Risk?

March 15, 2017

Bagged salads could be harboring a dirty, and possibly deadly, secret: They provide a rich breeding ground for foodborne illness.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition, Safety

Tagged with: bagged greens, food safety, foodborne illness, Nutrition, salads
Article - 5 Minute Read

How to Get More Plant-based Protein

March 6, 2024

Your body needs protein for good health, but it doesn't have to come from meat. Read on to learn how you can get the protein you need from plant-based foods.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
Podcast

UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Cooking for One

February 19, 2024

Just because you live alone, it doesn’t mean you can’t eat healthy meals. UPMC Dietitian Emily Stasko, MPH, RD, LDN, shares some easy options.Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

Tagged with: Affinity, Specialty
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10 Metabolism-Boosting Foods to Work into Your Diet

October 11, 2023

Many factors contribute to metabolism. One small factor is your diet. Learn 10 foods that can encourage metabolism.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
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Is It Safe to Drink Olive Oil?

September 20, 2023

Drinking olive oil shots is a hot trend — but is it healthy? Here's what you need to know about olive oil and its health benefits.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty
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How to Avoid Added Sugars in Your Diet

June 21, 2023

Added sugars do not occur naturally in food and drink and are added during preparation. Reducing added sugar intake can be one part of a healthier lifestyle.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
Article - 5 Minute Read

Eating the Most Nutrient-Dense Vegetables

June 2, 2023

Vegetables packed with nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber are essential to a healthy diet.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
Article - 4 Minute Read

Health Benefits of Spinach

March 15, 2023

Spinach is a superfood dense with vitamins, potassium, calcium, and fiber. Including it in your diet holds a host of health benefits.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
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Can Pregnant People Eat Lunch Meat?

March 10, 2023

Doctors put most deli meats (and some other foods) on the do-not-eat list when you're pregnant because of the risk of Listeria. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: Discovery