10 Healthy Snacks You Can Make at the Office
Need healthy fuel to keep you energized throughout the workday? Try making Sriracha popcorn or banana-almond butter mini sandwiches at your desk.
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What are the most important energy sources for the brain? From naturopathic diets to marathon runner meal plans, prioritizing a balanced diet food list is key to gaining weight healthily or relieving postpartum complications naturally.
The Best and Worst Frozen Foods
So, what should you do for dinner tonight? You might have a few frozen meals in your freezer. But are any of them really healthy for you? Get ready to check your freezer, because we’ve gathered a list of some of the best and worst options.
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9 Healthy Nuts That May Help You Live Longer
While nuts are high in fat and calories, research shows that people who eat nuts tend to be leaner and have a lower risk of many diseases compared to people who don't eat nuts. In fact, the New England Journal of Medicine published findings that show that eating a handful of nuts a day could possibly extend your life.
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How to Grocery Shop Like a Nutritionist
From dried tart cherries to anchovies, here are 15 items that dietitians can't live without — beyond the basic olive oil and kale.
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10 Ways to Break Up With Emotional Eating for Good
Even with all of the nutrition know-how, resources and willpower under the sun, when emotions take over, your healthy-eating intentions can dissolve in a flash. The good news is if stress, sadness, boredom or even happiness has been driving your eating choices, you can break the cycle.
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11 Sneaky Ways to Add Vegetables to Your Dessert
Is your sweet tooth running wild? Don't fret: Here are 11 sneaky ways to add vegetables to your dessert.
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The Top 12 Energy Bars for Every Occasion (Post-Workout, Gluten-Free and More)
It goes without saying that real food is better than a protein or energy bar. But there's a reason the protein and energy bar market is booming -- they're convenient, practical and (often) tasty. But what should you look for? “Always look for bars with quality ingredients.
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How Does Healthy Eating Affect Physical, Mental & Social Health?
Healthy eating is one tenant of a well-balanced life. Healthy eating means getting enough of every important nutrient; choosing a variety of foods from every food group; and avoiding excessive fat, sugar, salt and alcohol. Your physical, mental and social health are connected to your diet and to one another.
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How to Snack Like a Nutritionist When You Travel
Snacking while traveling can be a challenge — but these 10 snacks are nutritionist-approved, keeping you nice and healthy on your travels.
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15 Dishes Your Mom Served That You Should Avoid Making
A lot has changed in the world of nutrition since you were a kid. Moms back-in-the-day may not have been aware that many childhood favorites weren’t exactly good for us.
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10 Good-for-You Dips and Spreads for the Big Game Gathering
Friendly gatherings are often associated with scrumptious spreads and dips, many of which may be unfriendly for your hips. So whether you’re hosting or attending a casual party or game-day gathering, you’ll want to whip up one (or more!) of these better-for-you recipes.
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Half Marathon Meal Plan
If you don't follow a solid meal plan while training for a half-marathon, your body might not perform the way you desire.
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10 Trendy Health Foods That Can Threaten Your Waistline
Before your next smoothie bowl or mini meal of nuts, check yourself before you wreck your diet. First off, it's key to know whether the recommended serving size of your beloved healthy ingredients are teaspoons or tablespoons.
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The Magic Number of Meals a Day You Need to Lose Weight
How many meals a day do you really need? Every body and every schedule is different, and that means what works for your best friend or co-worker might not work for you.
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What's Really Inside Taco Bell's Crunchwrap Supreme?
Taco Bell's Crunchwrap Supreme is full of nutrients, but also salt, calories and fat. It should only been eaten in moderation.
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10 Surprising Foods Nutritionists Eat (And Why You Should Too)
While it might be obvious for a nutritionist to recommend you eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein, wouldn’t it be nice for them to recommend something surprising -- maybe even decadent -- and then tell you it’s good for your health?
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The 13 Worst Diet Wreckers
It seems that every time we try to lose weight or to maintain a healthy weight, the number of temptations around us increase. And at times we even make excuses such as: “It’s totally fine to eat a dark chocolate candy bar every day – I heard dark chocolate is good for you.” Read on for a list of the worst diet threats.
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10 New Year's Resolutions Nutritionists Want You to Make
As 2016 comes to a close and we’re finishing off the last of the leftover turkey and sweet potato casserole, we start looking ahead to 2017. But while most New Year’s resolutions have the best intentions, it’s rare that they all end up sticking with us.
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How to Use LIVESTRONG.COM's Free MyPlate Calorie Tracker for iPhone and iPad
Keep track of your nutrition and fitness with the [LIVESTRONG.COM MyPlate Calorie Tracker for iPhone and iPad](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/myplate-calorie-counter/id502317923?mt=8), and reach your health goals in no time!
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How to Tell If Your Legs Are Mostly Muscle or Fat
If you have larger legs, it can be hard to determine if the tissue is mostly fat or muscle. Your gender, body type and body composition all offer clues.
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