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Recipe: Steel Cut Overnight Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

October 23, 2014

Wake up to the irresistible smell of pumpkin pie oatmeal! This recipe will help keep you warm on a chilly fall day. Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: fiber, iron, oatmeal, pumpkin, recipe, Vitamin A

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Recipe: Quick Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

October 22, 2014

Comfort your soul and get a hearty dose of fiber and the energy you need to tackle your busy day with this quick and easy pumpkin pie oatmeal. Learn More

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Tagged with: oatmeal, pumpkin, recipe, Vitamin A

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Can Certain Foods Improve Vision?

August 6, 2014

Vision changes throughout life, but can your diet prevent eye conditions? Read this article to discover which foods may have healthy benefits for eyes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: berries, broccoli, carrots, cataracts, chronic eye conditions, cornea, eyesight, food groups, Joseph Martel, leafy greens, lens, macular degeneration, ocular health, omega-3 fatty acids, potatoes, retinal health, salmon, sardines, seafood, tuna, UPMC Eye Center, Vitamin A, Vitamin C

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Melons: A Healthy Poolside Snack

July 17, 2014

Melons are not only low in calories and fat, but they are also high in essential vitamins and minerals. Learn more about the health benefits of melons. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: cantaloupe, carotenoids, coper, folates, honeydew, lycopene, melons, phytonutrients, potassium, snack, summer, Vitamin A, vitamin B, Vitamin C, watermelon

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Satisfy Your Cravings With These Healthy French Fry Alternatives

July 11, 2014

Learn how French fries can negatively affect your health, and find five healthy alternatives to French fries. Try them out today! Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: crispy green beans, diabetes, french fries, healthy alternatives, Healthy Snacks, heart disease, kale chips, obesity, sweet potato fries, Vitamin A, zucchini

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June Seasonal Produce Guide

June 13, 2014

Learn about fruits and vegetables that are in-season this June, as well as the benefits that each offer to your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: antioxidants, arugula, asparagus, beets, blueberries, chard, folic acid, fruits, healthy bones, manganese, potassium, raspberries, seasonal produce, strawberries, vegetables, Vitamin A, vitamin K, wound healing

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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