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    Decoding Diet Buzzwords: Is ‘Low-Fat’ Really Best?

    May 31, 2017

    Many labels sound like they're taking away the bad stuff from your food — low fat, low calorie, low sugar, low carb — but does that make the food healthier? Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: diet, low carb, low-fat, Nutrition

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    How to Combat Acid Reflux

    February 23, 2014

    Learn more about how to alleviate acid reflux and heartburn without sacrificing the foods and drinks you love. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: acid reflux, caffeine, cingulate gyrus, diet, gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, heartburn, low-fat, snacks, spicy food

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    4 Heart-Healthy Holiday Beverages to Enjoy

    December 23, 2013

    Check out healthy alternatives for traditional holiday drinks to help you stay on track during the holidays, and cut calories without sacrificing flavor. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

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    10 Tips to Help Manage Your Diabetes During the Holiday Season

    December 19, 2013

    Find tips to manage diabetes during the holiday season and print our recipe for a healthy holiday meal from the UPMC HealthBeat. Read More

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    Categorized as: Nutrition

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