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.

Article - 2 Minute Read

Trendy Celery Juice: Does It Live Up to the Hype?

August 14, 2019

Celery juice is the juice extracted from stalks of fresh celery, and it’s the latest veggie to hit the juicing trend. Find out if it's worth it from the experts at UPMC.Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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An Overview of Healthy Cooking Oils and How to Use Them

August 12, 2019

Find out which healthy cooking oils you should be stocking in your pantry, plus discover the worst cooking oils for your health.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

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

Tagged with: AskADietitian@upmc.edu, Avocado oil, best cooking oils, coconut oil, Cooking oils, FDA, healthy cooking oils, Heart Health, Mediterranean diet, nutrition, oil, olive oil, stroke, United States
Article - 1 Minute Read

Foods High in Fiber: What You Should Be Eating

July 2, 2019

Learn about the foods high in fiber that should be part of your daily diet and their important nutritional benefits.Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Stomach irritation, UPMC Nutrition Services
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Recipe

The Health Benefits of Avocados

June 6, 2019

Avocados offer a number of health benefits. But, how can you incorporate them into your diet? Find out from our registered dietitian!View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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Video Recipe: How to Make Zoodles Bolognese

May 29, 2019

Learn how to make this easy and nutritious dinner. Your favorite lean-turkey bolognese recipe will go perfectly with zucchini as a pasta substitute.Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Nutrition
Video Recipe

Video Recipe: Garlic and Tomato Zoodles

May 22, 2019

This light and veggie-filled dish is the perfect substitute for pasta night. Make this zoodle recipe next time you are craving carbs.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Substitute These Low-Calorie Veggies for High-Carb Ingredients

May 21, 2019

Cutting calories or carbs? Here are six easy ways to replace not-so-healthy food with low-calorie veggies.Read More

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

Tagged with: 412-647-8762, apple chips, AskADietitian@upmc.edu, carb replacements, energy, fewer carbs, food processor, low calorie veggies, nutrition services, olive oil
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The Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes

May 20, 2019

The health benefits of sweet potatoes are many. Learn about the nutrients in these root veggies and preparation that maximizes sweet potato benefits.Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: food, healthy oil
Article - 2 Minute Read

Is Guacamole Healthy? Facts on Your Favorite Snack

May 10, 2019

Is guacamole healthy? Can you eat too much? Learn more about this beloved dip and topping and find out if it's really nutritious.Read More

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

Tagged with: avocado, guacamole, healthy fat

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