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5 Ways to Get More Protein into Your Diet

March 16, 2018

It can be hard to incorporate protein seamlessly into your diet. Here are five ways to add more protein to dishes and meals you already love. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: diet, Health, nutrition, protein, USDA, Wellness

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Wake Up and Go: Green Energy Morning Smoothie Recipe

June 10, 2017

This lean, green smoothie recipe offers up much-needed protein. Learn how to make the green energy smoothie. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Nutrition, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: healthy eating, nutrition, protein, recipes, smoothie, Smoothie Recipes, spinach, sports medicine

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Health Benefits of Eating Eggs

May 29, 2015

Eggs provide a variety of benefits, like promoting a healthy pregnancy and a healthy brain. Learn more about their nutritional value. View Infographic

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Nutrition

Tagged with: benefits of eggs, brain health, Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, cholesterol, eggs, eye health, healthy, healthy eating, healthy food choices, healthy pregnancy, infographic, nutrition, omega-3s, protein, weight loss

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Recipe: No-Bake Protein Bars

April 4, 2015

Need a healthy snack to help you fuel up before a workout? Discover how a few simple ingredients can turn into delicious protein bars. View Recipe

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Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, healthy, infographic, marathon, no bake, protein, recipes, running, snacks, training, video

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Changing Your Diet Can Change Your Mood

January 24, 2015

WARNING! Your mood is about to take a nosedive! Discover how your daily diet can influence your mood and find foods that will help promote a healthy life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: broccoli, caffeine, Leslie Bonci, mood, nutrition, protein, smart carbs, sports nutrition, UPMC Nutrition Services

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Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

October 18, 2014

The next time you finish working up a sweat, blend up this delicious pumpkin pie smoothie to help with your recovery. Check out the recipe now. Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: protein, pumpkin, recipe, smoothie, Smoothie Recipes

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Back-to-School Tips for Packing Healthy School Lunches

August 16, 2014

It's becoming more common for school-age children to take packed lunches to school. Learn how to make healthy choices for your child's lunch. Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition, Pediatrics

Tagged with: back to school, Dairy, fruits, grains, healthy food choices, healthy school lunches, MyPlate, oils, protein, Silva Arslanian MD, USDA, vegetables

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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

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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

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Marathon Nutrition Q&A From UPMC’s Google Hangout

May 2, 2014

Nutrition plays a vital role in successful running. Read answers to questions posed during the marathon nutrition hangout hosted by UPMC Sports Medicine. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine

Tagged with: carbs, digestion, half marathon, hydration, marathon, nutrition, protein, running