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6 Reasons That Mushrooms Make An Awesome Addition to Any Meal

August 13, 2014

Did you know that mushrooms are awesome? They may not add that colorful splash to our dish, but they do add that extra taste, vitamins, and minerals. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: fettuccine, fungus, grilling, healthy eating, mushroom, potassium, recipe, sage, selenium, vegetables, Vegetarian and Plant-Based Recipes, Vitamin D

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Recipe: Sauteed Spinach & Tilapia

July 16, 2014

Looking for a light recipe to add to your weeknight routine? Try this sautéed spinach and tilapia recipe for your next family meal. View Recipe

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: fish, Fresh Spinach Day, heart healthy, recipe, spinach, tilapia, Weeknight Dinner Recipes

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Recipe for Marathon Runners: High-Protein Recovery Shake

April 18, 2014

Looking for healthy marathon recipes? Try this healthy protein-packed recovery shake for after a long run. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: exercise, fitness, Leslie Bonci, marathon, nutrition, Pittsburgh, recipe, Recipes for Runners, running, sports medicine

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Boost Your Smoothie – Add Avocado!

April 11, 2014

Did you know avocados are one of the healthiest foods you can eat? Learn why you should add avocado to your smoothies and check out the perfect recipe! Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: avocado, Green Smoothies, infographic, omega-3 fatty acids, recipe, smoothie, Vitamin A, vitamin B, Vitamin E, vitamin K

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Recipe for Marathon Runners: No-Bake Energy Protein Bars

April 11, 2014

Follow this recipe to create no-bake protein energy bars that are packed with nutrition, yet light enough to not weigh you down. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: energy bars, exercise, fitness, healthy recipe, Leslie Bonci, marathon, Pittsburgh, recipe, Recipes for Runners, running, sports medicine

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Recipe for Marathon Runners: No-Bake Protein Bites

April 4, 2014

Check out this recipe to help runners get enough protein. These no bake protein bites are an easy, tasty and portable way to meet daily protein need. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: fitness, Leslie Bonci, marathon, no bake, nutrition, Pittsburgh, recipe, Recipes for Runners, running, sports medicine

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Healthy Green Smoothies for St. Patrick’s Day

March 16, 2014

Are green smoothies better for you? Learn about healthy alternatives to the typical St. Patrick's Day smoothie. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: fruit, Green Smoothies, healthy eating, Healthy Living, leafy greens, recipe, shamrock shake, St. Patrick's Day, Vicki March MD, World Health Organization

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Heart Healthy Recipes for Game Day: Green Bean Salad

February 2, 2014

Switch up your usual appetizers and try out one of our heart healthy recipes, originally featured on the American Heart Asosciation's website. Read More

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Tagged with: green bean salad, healthy recipe, heart healthy, heart healthy recipe, recipe

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4 Heart-Healthy Holiday Beverages to Enjoy

December 23, 2013

Check out healthy alternatives for traditional holiday drinks to help you stay on track during the holidays, and cut calories without sacrificing flavor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

Tagged with: apple cider, apple juice, autumn, Christmas, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cocktails, cranberries, eggnog, healthy recipes, heart healthy, holiday season, hot chocolate, low-fat, mini-marshmallows, nutmeg, recipe, skim milk, sugar-free, Thanksgiving, winter, winter beverage