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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    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

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

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

    Get more protein in your diet
  • Recipe

    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

  • Infographic

    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

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    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

    Egg Health Benefits
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  • Recipe

    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

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

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

    recipe no bake protein bars
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    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

    woman choosing between apple and cupcake
  • Gallery

    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

    recipe pumpkin pie smoothie
  • Gallery

    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

    Find tips for packing simple, delicious back-to-school lunches for kids
  • 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

    healthy plate
  • Gallery

    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

    marathon nutrition

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