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Recipe: Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

September 29, 2014

Check out this easy and healthy recipe for tomato and basil bruschetta to share at your next family gathering.View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: appetizer, basil, bruschetta, healthy, heart healthy, lycopene, recipe, Recipes from the Garden, tomato, Vitamin C
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Are Lemons Good for You?

August 29, 2014

Lemon juice pairs well with your favorite dishes, but it also offers incredible health benefits. Discover the top reasons to love lemon juice!Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: acne, acne remedy, calcium, cancer, digestion, folate, kidney stones, lemon, lemon juice, pectin, potassium, sore throat remedy, Vitamin C, weight loss
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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 Eye Center

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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Avoid Making Mistakes that can Change Your Smoothie

August 2, 2014

Drinking a smoothie can add nutritional benefits to your diet. Discover which ingredients should be avoided to keep your smoothie nutritious and delicious.Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: artificial sweeteners, avocado, blueberries, Burger King, Double Cheeseburger, melons, papaya, pineapple, smoothie, strawberries, 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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Health Benefits of Infused Water

July 14, 2014

Discover the benefits of drinking infused water, learn how to make infused water, and find some easy-to-follow recipes.View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: anti-aging, bloating, cucumber, H2O, infused water, lemons, metabolism, metabolism booster, nutrients, pineapple, sage, strawberries, tangerine, Vitamin C, water
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Flower Power: Broccoli Packs a Healthy Punch

July 10, 2014

Discover how adding broccoli to your diet can relieve the body of toxins caused by air pollution. Learn how you can easily include broccoli in your meals.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Nutrition

Tagged with: broccoli, cooking ideas, disease prevention, fiber, gardening, garlic, healthy eating, heart healthy, nutrition, organic, University of Pittsburgh, USDA, vegetables, Vitamin C, vitamin K