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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Myths and Facts About Clean Eating

May 30, 2018

In recent years, the “clean eating” dietary trend has swept the nation. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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Video Recipe: Quinoa and Veggie-Stuffed Peppers

May 25, 2018

Watch this video to learn how you can make a traditional stuffed pepper dish healthier! We use nutrient-dense quinoa & vegetables to stuff roasted peppers. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy eating, heart disease, Nutrition, recipes, vegetables, Vegetarian and Plant-Based Recipes
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What’s the Difference Between a Dietitian and a Nutritionist?

May 23, 2018

Many know the importance of food to overall health. Dietitians are trained to provide related advice. Learn more about them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: dietician, dietitian, Health, Nutrition, nutritionist, Wellness
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Recipe Video: Healthy No-Bake Truffle Cookies

May 15, 2018

Need something to satisfy your sweet tooth? Learn how to make these healthy no-bake cookies from UPMC HealthBeat. Watch the video for more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Dessert Recipes, healthy eating, healthy recipes, Heart Health, Nutrition, recipe, recipes, video
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Q&A: What Is the Importance of Cancer Screenings?

May 11, 2018

Getting cancer screenings plays an important role in reducing your future risk of cancer, with a focus on early detection and treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: cancer, cancer screening, mammogram, Melanoma
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Video Recipe: Bold Kimchi Brown Rice

May 8, 2018

Try this brown rice dish for your next dinner. The Kimchi and mushrooms make this a healthy and nutrient-rich option. Get the recipe. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Nutrition, recipes, Weeknight Dinner Recipes
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What Is the Ketogenic Diet? Facts You Need to Know

May 4, 2018

The ketogenic diet is an ultra low-carb, high-fat diet that supposedly leads to rapid weight loss. But does it actually work and should you try it? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: ketogenic diet, Ketosis, Nutrition
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Quinoa vs. Brown Rice: Which Food Has More Nutritional Value?

April 19, 2018

Quinoa or rice: Which is a better choice for your diet? Check out our head-to-head comparison for fiber, protein, and other key nutrients. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: brown rice, complete protien, healthy, quinoa, RICE
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Video Recipe: Refresh Your Salad with Pinto Bean Salsa

April 16, 2018

Learn how to make this healthy pinto bean salsa that adds a fresh taste to a salad. It's full of yummy beans, corn, and avocados. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: food, healthy eating, healthy recipes, Nutrition, vegetables, video, Weeknight Dinner Recipes