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    What Is the DASH Diet?

    December 6, 2018

    To help lower your blood pressure, the American Heart Association recommends the DASH diet. So, what is the DASH diet, and what do you eat on the DASH diet? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

    Tagged with: DASH diet, healthy eating, high blood pressure, hypertension

    What is the DASH Diet and how can it benefit your health?
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    Video Recipe: Zesty Herb Quinoa Bowl

    July 13, 2018

    Learn how to make quinoa tasty with this simple and healthy recipe. This side dish compliments any dinner and is packed with antioxidants. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: food, healthy eating, healthy recipes, Nutrition, video, Weeknight Dinner Recipes

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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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    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

    No-bake truffle cookies
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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

    Pinto bean salsa can add zip to any salad
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    Video Recipe: Easy Shrimp and Couscous

    April 11, 2018

    Learn how to make this nutritious meal complete with whole grains, protein, vegetables, and a light-creamy sauce in under 30 minutes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: food, healthy eating, healthy recipes, Nutrition, recipe, recipes, Weeknight Dinner Recipes

    Try this easy shrimp and couscous recipe
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    Video Recipe: Roasted Garlic and Ricotta Mashed Cauliflower

    March 27, 2018

    Learn to make this healthier version of your favorite comfort food, mashed potatoes, by swapping cauliflower for the potatoes in our version. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: food, healthy eating, healthy recipes, Nutrition, recipe, recipes, Vegetarian and Plant-Based Recipes

    recipe roasted garlic ricotta mashed cauliflower
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    Light and Creamy Green Bean Casserole Recipe

    March 16, 2018

    Try this light and healthy twist on a holiday favorite. Comfort foods don't have to be unhealthy. Learn more about this recipe. Learn More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, Nutrition, recipe

    Learn how to make a light green bean cassarole
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    Video Recipe: Chicken Lettuce Wraps Packed with Protein

    March 13, 2018

    Learn how to make these savory chicken lettuce wraps in just a few simple steps. Watch our recipe video for more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: healthy eating, healthy recipes, Nutrition, Our Favorite Chicken Recipes, recipe, recipes, vegetables

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