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  • Recipe

    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

    recipe tomato basil bruschetta
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    Benefits of Lemon Juice and Water

    August 29, 2014

    Lemon juice pairs well with your favorite dishes, but it also offers incredible health benefits. Learn more. 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

    Learn the 7 Health Benefits of Lemon Juice
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    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

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: artificial sweeteners, avocado, blueberries, Burger King, Double Cheeseburger, melons, papaya, pineapple, smoothie, strawberries, Vitamin C

    mother daughter blending
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    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

    Melons: A Healthy Poolside Snack
  • Recipe

    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

    Benefits of Infused Water
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    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

    broccoli

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