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The Truth About Whole Grains

September is Whole Grains Month—a perfect time to give these fiber-filled superheroes the attention they deserve! Whether you’re already a fan of oats and quinoa or just learning about the benefits of adding whole grains to your diet, this month is all about celebrating their nutritional power. Let’s break down what whole grains are, their […]

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Healthier Kids: Shared Meals Improve Diet Quality

As a registered dietitian, I cannot stress enough the pivotal role parents play in shaping their children’s eating habits early in life. Family meals provide a unique opportunity to positively influence kids’ food choices, foster healthy relationships with food, and create lasting memories.

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Hot Tea: Sip your Way to Better Health

The differences in teas come from climate and soil variations, how the plant is processed, and the level of oxidation.  Teas can be divided into four main varieties:  black, oolong, green, and white. All of which contain plant compounds that confer some health benefits. Enjoy a cup of tea to good health!

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Food Allergies, Sensitivities, and Intolerances: How to Know the Difference

Food allergies and sensitivities are increasingly common. There are several different types and most are not serious or life-threatening. However, they all cause unwelcome symptoms. As a general rule, avoiding the offending foods is highly recommended. This post contains several essential tips on how to live with food allergies and sensitivities.

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Food and Migraines: Is there a diet connection?

While not every migraine is triggered by food, it is very possible that diet may play a role in making you more prone to having a migraine. Diet affects so many aspects of our health, that it would be naïve to think what we eat has no effect on migraines. The truth is many people with migraines report a known food trigger.

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How to Use Nutritional Supplements to Improve Health

Registered dietitians prefer you get most if not all of your nutrients from food. But there are times when adding a good quality nutritional supplement to your daily routine may be beneficial.

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Eating Well on a Tight Budget

Maintaining a healthy diet during hard economic times may seem like an impossible feat. But it does not have to be. Let’s look at some money-saving tips to get your belly full without emptying your wallet.

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How to Optimize Your Immune System

During this uncertain time of dealing with the Coronavirus (COVID 19) or with any communicable disease for that matter, people are especially interested in boosting their immune system.

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