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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The Effectiveness of Detoxes.
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How to Boost Your Brain Power With Food.
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Health Benefits of Infused Water

July 14, 2014

Discover the benefits of drinking infused water, learn how to make infused water, and find some easy-to-follow recipes. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: anti-aging, bloating, cucumber, H2O, infused water, lemons, metabolism, metabolism booster, nutrients, pineapple, sage, strawberries, tangerine, Vitamin C, water
Article - 4 Minute Read

Satisfy Your Cravings With These Healthy French Fry Alternatives

July 11, 2014

Learn how French fries can negatively affect your health, and find five healthy alternatives to French fries. Try them out today! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: crispy green beans, diabetes, french fries, healthy alternatives, Healthy Snacks, heart disease, kale chips, obesity, sweet potato fries, Vitamin A, zucchini
Article - 1 Minute Read

Flower Power: Broccoli Packs a Healthy Punch

July 10, 2014

Discover how adding broccoli to your diet can relieve the body of toxins caused by air pollution. Learn how you can easily include broccoli in your meals. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Nutrition
Tagged with: broccoli, cooking ideas, disease prevention, fiber, gardening, garlic, healthy eating, heart healthy, Nutrition, organic, University of Pittsburgh, USDA, vegetables, Vitamin C, vitamin K
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5 Healthy Burger Bun Alternatives

July 8, 2014

Looking for a healthy alternative to traditional burger buns this summer? Enjoy your grilled hamburgers with these 5 nutrient-packed bun alternatives. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: barbecues, Buns, burgers, celiac disease, cookout, eggplant, gluten-free, grill, lettuce wrap, magnesium, portobello mushroom, potassium, red peppers, romaine lettuce, tomatoes
Article - 2 Minute Read

Eat Smart: Picture Your Plate

July 6, 2014

A nutritious diet is essential to your overall health. Learn more about how to eat smart and how you can use your dinner plate to control portion sizes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Dairy, diabetes, Dinner, fats, food, fruit, healthy eating, meat, milk, portion sizes, protein, starch, UPMC Centers for Diabetes Education and Support, vegetable
Article - 2 Minute Read

Canned Seafood, an Easy Alternative to Fresh Fish

July 2, 2014

Learn about the health benefits of canned fish and seafood, as well as ingredients in certain seafood products that may be hazardous to your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: American Heart Association, BPA-free, canned fish, canned seafood, mercury, Monterey Bay Aquarium, omega-3 fatty acids, salmon, seafood, Seafood Watch Program, trout, tuna, USDA
Article - 2 Minute Read

Six Steps to Freeze Fresh Vegetables

June 20, 2014

Discover six easy steps to correctly freeze your vegetables, keep them fresh, and maximize their health benefits to enjoy at a later time. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: fresh vegetables, frozen vegetables, Nutrition, produce, Recipes from the Garden, vegetables
Article - 2 Minute Read

Get Hooked on Salmon, Whether it’s Farmed or Wild

June 18, 2014

Should you eat farmed salmon instead of wild salmon? Learn about the distinctions between the two and the health benefits of eating this tasty fish. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: brain health, broodstock salmon, contamination, farmed salmon, Heart Health, nervous system, omega-3 fatty acids, parasites, pollution, salmon, wild salmon
Article - 1 Minute Read

June Seasonal Produce Guide

June 13, 2014

Learn about fruits and vegetables that are in-season this June, as well as the benefits that each offer to your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: antioxidants, arugula, asparagus, beets, blueberries, chard, folic acid, fruits, healthy bones, manganese, potassium, raspberries, seasonal produce, strawberries, vegetables, Vitamin A, vitamin K, wound healing