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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Understanding 3 Common Nutrient Deficiencies

    December 18, 2019

    Discover common nutrient deficiencies and how to prevent them. Plus, learn whether you should consider taking a multivitamin. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: anemia, calcium, CDC, deficiency, dietary supplements, iron, Iron deficiency, NIH, nutrition, osteoporosis, University of Michigan, UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine, Vitamin D

    Nutritious Food
  • Article - 6 Minute Read

    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

    Cooking
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Exercise Nutrition Tips: What to Eat Before and After Working Out

    May 8, 2019

    Here are some exercise nutrition tips for eating healthy and working out. Check out these suggestions for pre- and post-workout snacks. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: exercise, nutrition, sports nutrition, Wellness

    Nutrition
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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    How to Eat Right, Bite by Bite

    March 10, 2019

    March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to bring awareness to nutrition by encouraging the public to develop healthy eating and physical activity habits. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: nutrition

    Learn the 7 Health Benefits of Lemon Juice
  • Video Recipe

    Video Recipe: Zesty Herb Quinoa Bowl

    July 13, 2018

    Learn how to make quinoa tasty with this simple and healthy recipe. This side dish compliments any dinner and is packed with antioxidants. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: food, healthy eating, healthy recipes, nutrition, video, Weeknight Dinner Recipes

  • Video Recipe

    Video Recipe: Light and Creamy White Bean Dip

    June 21, 2018

    Our light and creamy white bean dip cuts out extra calories and fat without ditching flavor. Get the recipe from UPMC HealthBeat. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: healthy recipe, Healthy Snacks, nutrition, Quick and Easy Recipes, recipe, video

    Switch up your snack routine with this light and creamy white bean dip
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Cholesterol and Sugar: Is Something Sweet Turning Your Cholesterol Sour?

    June 20, 2018

    We all know added sugar is bad for you, but what's the link between your cholesterol and sugar? Learn how to keep your cholesterol levels healthy. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

    Tagged with: cholesterol, Heart Health, nutrition, sugar

    How does sugar intake affect cholesterol
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Do Foods with Vitamin C Really Prevent Colds?

    June 1, 2018

    You feel a cold coming on, so you boost your vitamin C. But does taking supplements or eating foods with vitamin C really prevent colds? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: nutrition, supplements

    Can vitamin C prevent colds
  • Video Recipe

    Video Recipe: Quinoa and Veggie-Stuffed Peppers

    May 25, 2018

    Watch this video to learn how you can make a traditional stuffed pepper dish healthier! We use nutrient-dense quinoa & vegetables to stuff roasted peppers. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: healthy eating, heart disease, nutrition, recipes, vegetables, Vegetarian and Plant-Based Recipes

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