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• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Is Artificial Sweetener Bad for You?

  January 5, 2024

  Sugar substitutes are in many foods, but are artificial sweeteners healthy? Learn how to identify them and whether they're helpful or harmful to your health.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery, PCP

  

• Podcast

  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes

  November 27, 2023

  How can you navigate the holidays if you have diabetes? UPMC dietitian, Jacquelyn Klunk, MS, RDN, LDN discusses how you can take care of yourself while enjoying some of your favorite holiday foods.Listen Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

  Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Article - 7 Minute Read

  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

  

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Are Smoothies Really Healthy? The Truth About Smoothies

  October 18, 2021

  Smoothies are great for a portable meal or snack, but they're not all created equal. If you’re wondering if smoothies are healthy, check for these ingredients.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Desserts for People with Diabetes: Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth Safely

  August 24, 2021

  Having diabetes doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to dessert, but some choices are better for you than others. Here's how to eat diabetes-friendly desserts.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

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  Recipe: Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

  July 20, 2023

  Check out this easy recipe to whip up your own healthier version of the pumpkin spice latte in your own kitchen.Learn More

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: fiber, healthy, healthy recipe, latte, nutmeg, pumpkin, recipe, spice

  

• Article - 3 Minute Read

  The Skinny on Sweet Alternatives to Sugar

  July 19, 2014

  Learn more about artificial sweeteners and other sugar substitutes that you can incorporate into your diet.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: acesulfame potassium, advantame, agave, aspartame, diabetes, FDA, food additives, neotame, saccharin, stevia, sucralose, xylitol