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5 Veggies You Should Be Eating (But Probably Aren’t)

May 14, 2017

Most of us fall short of eating as many veggies as we should. Get started with these five powerhouse vegetables for your daily diet. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Nutrition
Tagged with: fruits, nutrition, superfoods, vegetables
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Video: Spice up Your Avocado Toast with These Surprising Toppings

May 12, 2017

If you’re already in on the avocado food trend, spice up the topping with a few unusual combinations. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: avocado, avocado toast, Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, healthy eating, nutrition, recipes, videos
Article - 5 Minute Read

Marathon Nutrition Plans: Fueling, Tapering, and More

April 23, 2017

Remember, dieting is for losing weight — fueling is for marathon training. Get ready for race day with these basic marathon nutrition plans and diets. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: diet, healthy eating, ketogenic diet, marathon diet, marathon tapering, nutrition
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth: Healthy Apple Nacho Recipe

April 21, 2017

Switch up your snacking with this sweet treat. Healthy apple nachos can be served as dessert or a snack. Get the recipe. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: healthy eating, healthy recipes, Healthy Snacks, nutrition, sports medicine
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Healthy Recipe Ideas: ‘The Healthy Elvis’ Sandwich

April 16, 2017

Looking for quick, simple recipes for packed lunches that will keep you on schedule and on a healthy diet? Learn how to make the Healthy Elvis sandwich. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: food ideas, Healthy Living, healthy lunches, healthy recipes, nutrition, Quick and Easy Recipes
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Video: Try the Simple and Healthy ‘Tortilizza’

April 15, 2017

Your favorite Italian flavors, in an easy-to-prepare roll-up. The tortilizza makes for a great snack or lunch on the go. Get the recipe. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: healthbeat cooks, healthy eating, nutrition, Quick and Easy Recipes, recipes
Article - 3 Minute Read

Bagged Salads and Greens: A Salmonella Risk?

March 15, 2017

Bagged salads could be harboring a dirty, and possibly deadly, secret: They provide a rich breeding ground for foodborne illness. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition, Safety
Tagged with: bagged greens, food safety, foodborne illness, nutrition, salads
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Try These 3 Healthy St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

March 4, 2017

Try a few of these healthy and naturally "green" recipes in time for St. Patrick's Day. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy recipes, nutrition, St. Patrick's Day
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Healthy Eating for the Big Game: Recipes and Tips

February 2, 2017

Avoid the guilt — and the extra calories — with our healthy snack suggestions and low-calorie appetizer substitutes. Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Living, healthy recipes, nutrition, recipes, snacks