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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.
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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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Marathon Training Nutrition: Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Keto Diets

March 3, 2015

One of the more important aspects of full or half marathon training is proper nutrition. Learn how the food you fuel your body with affects your performance Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: gluten-free diet, Leslie Bonci, marathon, marathon nutrition, paleo diet, soy products, sports medicine, training, vegan, vegan diet, veganism
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Infographic: Milk – Which Type Is the Best Option?

February 21, 2015

Dairy-free milk options have become a hot topic recently. Discover how different dairy and non-dairy options stack up. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: almond milk, coconut milk, Dairy, dairy-free milk, infographic, milk, Nutrition, rice milk, soy milk
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Recipe: Healthy Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs

February 15, 2015

Keeping your heart healthy starts with what you eat. Discover delicious and healthy recipes, like Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs, and stay on track. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: chicken, healthy, healthy recipes, heart healthy, heart healthy recipe, kebabs, Our Favorite Chicken Recipes, recipe
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4 Spices That Give Your Brain a Boost

February 14, 2015

What we eat affects our memory, cognition, mood, and focus. Learn how everyday spices can boost your brain power. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, brain boost, brain health, curcumin, dementia, depression, spices, turmeric
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Recipe: Dijon Pork with Potatoes and Carrots

February 12, 2015

For a heart healthy recipe without much preparation, try our Dijon Pork with Potatoes and Carrots. Get the recipe. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: American Heart Association, healthy, healthy recipes, heart healthy recipes, pork, recipe, recipes, vegetables, Weeknight Dinner Recipes
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Recipe: Baked Pita with Cheese, Tomatoes and Cucumbers

February 10, 2015

Keeping your heart healthy starts with what you eat. Discover delicious and healthy recipes, like Baked Pita with Cheese and Veggies, and stay on track. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: American Heart Association, healthy, heart healthy, heart healthy recipe, heart month, pita, Quick and Easy Recipes, recipes, vegetables
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Infographic: Health Benefits of Chocolate

February 9, 2015

Chocolate lovers rejoice! Check out our chocolate infographic and discover the health benefits of chocolate, from heart health to stress-busting effects. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: chocolate, cocoa, dark chocolate, health benefits, heart disease, Heart Health, infographic, mental health, stress reduction, stroke
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Recipe: Cinnamon Quinoa with Peaches

February 8, 2015

For a hearty and nutritious breakfast try serving up quinoa instead of oatmeal. Get the recipe for this delicious meal. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: breakfast, Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, fruit, healthy, healthy recipe, heart healthy, heart healthy recipe, quinoa, recipe, recipes
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Recipe: Pan-Seared Basil Shrimp with Multigrain Pasta

February 7, 2015

For a delicious, heart-healthy dish, try Pan-Seared Basil Shrimp With Multigrain Pasta for dinner! Not a fan of multigrain pasta? Switch it up! Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: American Heart Association, healthy, heart healthy recipes, pasta, Pasta Night Recipes, recipes, shrimp