Nutrition

Eating healthier can transform your overall health, but it’s not always simple. Find fun recipes, nutrition guides, and tips to help you eat smarter. Our nutrition articles and information give you the know-how you need to make healthier choices. Our recipe videos show you step by step how to prepare delicious and healthful meals for your busy lifestyle.

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Diets for Diabetes.
Simple and Healthy Recipes.
Healthy School Lunches.
The Effectiveness of Detoxes.
Mocktails for Any Season.
Collagen Supplements.
How to Read a Nutrition Label.
A Guide to Making Baby Food at Home
How to Boost Your Brain Power With Food.
What Is Overeating? How to Control Your Portions.

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Article - 3 Minute Read

What Is Magnesium Deficiency?

November 29, 2023

Magnesium is very important for your body. Having low magnesium levels in your body can prove dangerous. Learn more. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Article - 5 Minute Read

Finding Outpatient Support for Eating Disorders

November 21, 2023

Outpatient treatment for eating disorders may involve support from medical, mental health, and nutrition specialists. Learn more about what's involved. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Recipe: Fresh Vegetable Fajitas

November 20, 2023

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this delicious and nutritious veggie fajita weeknight dinner. Get the recipe. View Recipe

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Video Recipe: Smashed Chickpea Salad

November 10, 2023

Get ready to savor a burst of freshness with our Smashed Chickpea Salad recipe. Perfect for a quick meal or a flavorful side. Get the recipe. Read More

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Video Recipe: Thai Pineapple Fried Rice

November 6, 2023

Transport your taste buds with our Thai Pineapple Fried Rice recipe. This dish combines sweet pineapple with savory goodness. Get the recipe. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition
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Article - 8 Minute Read

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

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Here’s Why You Need Fiber in Your Diet

October 5, 2023

Fiber is a type of indigestible carbohydrate in plant foods that provides important health benefits. Learn what it does and how to get more fiber in your diet. Read More

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Tips for Ordering at Restaurants After Bariatric Surgery

October 4, 2023

If you've had bariatric surgery, you may feel anxious about eating out at a restaurant. Learn tips for how you can follow your diet while having a good time. Read More

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Calorie-Restricted Fad Diets: Do They Work?

September 29, 2023

Research shows that crash diets simply don't work in the long term. They can even damage your health. Read More

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