Nutrition

Eating healthier can transform your overall health, but it’s not always simple. Find fun recipes, nutrition guides, and tips to help you eat smarter. Our nutrition articles and information give you the know-how you need to make healthier choices. Our recipe videos show you step by step how to prepare delicious and healthful meals for your busy lifestyle.

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Diets for Diabetes.
Simple and Healthy Recipes.
Healthy School Lunches.
The Effectiveness of Detoxes.
Mocktails for Any Season.
Collagen Supplements.
How to Read a Nutrition Label.
A Guide to Making Baby Food at Home
How to Boost Your Brain Power With Food.
What Is Overeating? How to Control Your Portions.

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Substitute These Low-Calorie Veggies for High-Carb Ingredients

May 21, 2019

Cutting calories or carbs? Here are six easy ways to replace not-so-healthy food with low-calorie veggies. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: apple chips, AskADietitian@upmc.edu, carb replacements, energy, fewer carbs, food processor, low calorie veggies, nutrition services, olive oil
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The Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes

May 20, 2019

The health benefits of sweet potatoes are many. Learn about the nutrients in these root veggies and preparation that maximizes sweet potato benefits. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: food, healthy oil
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Is Guacamole Healthy? Facts on Your Favorite Snack

May 10, 2019

Is guacamole healthy? Can you eat too much? Learn more about this beloved dip and topping and find out if it's really nutritious. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: avocado, guacamole, healthy fat
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Exercise Nutrition Tips: What to Eat Before and After Working Out

May 8, 2019

Here are some exercise nutrition tips for eating healthy and working out. Check out these suggestions for pre- and post-workout snacks. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: exercise, Nutrition, sports nutrition, Wellness
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Healthy Diets for College Students: How to Eat Well on Campus

April 30, 2019

Eating healthy in college isn't impossible. Make your health a priority this semester with our advice on healthy diets for college students. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, New Here, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Women's Health
Tagged with: energy-boosting snacks
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How to Calculate Your BMI: Determining Your Range

April 16, 2019

Do you truly understand what BMI, or body mass index, is? Calculating BMI can be a good start to determining your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: BMI, body mass index, obesity
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Common Myths About Weight Loss

April 12, 2019

Trying to live healthier often means sifting through many myths about weight loss. We're here to dispel some of these myths and give you the facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: lose weight, weight loss myths, weight management
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Weight Loss and Alcohol: Should You Quit Drinking to Lose Weight?

April 8, 2019

If you're trying to lose weight and eat in a health conscience manner, it's good to start by cutting sources of empty calories, like alcohol. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth: A Balanced Approach to Sugar Intake

April 1, 2019

Have a sweet tooth? Learn how to cut sugar cravings in our blog! | UPMC Pinnacle Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health