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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What to Eat on a Renal Diet

May 6, 2022

Following a renal diet requires some careful planning. These food lists and suggestions will help you prepare. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Video Recipe

Video Recipe: Thai Quinoa Salad

May 2, 2022

Learn how to make Thai Quinoa Salad with Laura Harnish, MS, RDN, LDN and Michelle Davies MS, RDN, LDN, registered dietitians at UPMC Presbyterian. This recipe features a combination of fresh herbs and vegetables for a delightful taste of spring. Read More

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

Is Coffee Bad For you?

April 29, 2022

Is coffee good for you or bad for you? What about caffeine? Learn more about the potential health benefits of coffee. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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GERD Diet: The Best and Worst Foods for Acid Reflux

April 7, 2022

Your diet is a big trigger for GERD symptoms. Learn the best and worst foods for acid reflux and how to plan a GERD diet to reduce your symptoms. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Article - 22 Minute Read

UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Do Fad Diets Really Work?

March 28, 2022

From Keto, intermittent fasting, detoxes, and more, Jeff Lucchino, MS, RDN, Director of Sports Nutrition, UPMC Sports Medicine discusses whether they’re healthy and which ones work. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Article - 4 Minute Read

The Importance of Nutrition for People with GI Disorders

March 16, 2022

Your digestive system breaks down the complex carbohydrates, fats, and proteins (macronutrients) from the foods we eat into simpler substances that can be used by the body. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Video Recipe

Video Recipe: Butternut Squash Tabbouleh

March 4, 2022

This take on a Middle Eastern salad substitutes healthy, filling butternut squash for tomatoes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Video Recipe

Video Recipe: Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

November 23, 2021

Craving warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies, but looking to cut your sugar intake? These cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Dessert Recipes
Article - 3 Minute Read

Diet for Gestational Diabetes

November 18, 2021

Many women with gestational diabetes can manage it with a combination of diet and exercise. Learn how to plan healthy meals and snacks for gestational diabetes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Nutrition
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition