The 10 Most Dangerous Easter Candies for Your Health

As tantalizing as they may look, Easter candies are typically full of added sugars and artificial colorings. Here are some of the worst to watch out for this April, in order of least to most unhealthy.

Maggie Moon, MS, RD
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The Top 10 Food Calorie Searches of 2017, According to Google

What did we do before the internet? Especially when it comes to the [nutritional information](https://www.livestrong.com/myplate/) of our favorite food and drink (or just the newest and most unusual). But thanks to [Google](https://trends.google.com/trends/yis/2017/US/), all the information is right at our fingertips.

Rachel Grice
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Is Eating Sushi Healthy? Plus the Best & Worst Sushi to Order

Sushi may seem like an incredibly healthy meal because it’s made up of seafood which provides high-quality protein. However, depending on the choices you make you could end up with a lunch or dinner that is very high in carbs and does not contain any significant vegetables.

Sylvie Tremblay, MSc
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10 Things to Know About the Latest McDonald's Changes

We’re rooting for Ronald McDonald to pull it together, and things are looking up. Luckily for us fast food lovers, America's staple has recently taken a good, hard look at its menu.

Karyn Wofford
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The 6 Best Granolas and 4 to Avoid

We assume all granolas are healthy — but that's just not the case. We find out the best and worst granolas when it comes to calorie, fat, sugar and protein.

Kelly Plowe
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The 9 Best Thanksgiving Foods (With a Recipe for Each)

Not sure what to make this Thanksgiving? We've got you covered. With the average diner enjoying more than a whopping 5,000 calories on Thanksgiving Day, you might be wondering how you can enjoy the festivities while not totally derailing your weight-loss efforts.

Pamela Nisevich Bede, M.S., R.D.
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Nutrition & Diet for Elderly People Over 60

During each stage of life, you require specific nutrients to ensure optimal health. As you age, your body requires different nutrients, in different amounts than it previously did.

Elizabeth Donahue, R.D., L.D.N.
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What Pulses Are and Why You Should Be Eating Them

Think you have your finger on the pulse of sustainable eating? Then you won’t be surprised that 2016 has been designated the International Year of Pulses. Pulses are planet-friendly vegetarian-protein foods, like lentils and heirloom beans, that can help prevent and manage obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancers.

Maggie Moon, MS, RD
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Hidden Health Benefits of 14 Holiday Superfoods

Holiday foods can actually be beneficial to your healthy eating plan. In fact, many traditional holiday foods contain abundant health benefits.

Katherine Brooking
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Sports Nutrition Degree & Certificate Programs

The medical field provides numerous choices for individuals looking for career opportunities. While this is stable employment field, many opportunities are limited to individuals with specialized training, such as sport nutritionists.

Laura Wallace Henderson
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Baking With Oat Flour Vs. Wheat Flour

There are many types of flour that you can use for baking, including oat flour and wheat flour, both of which are versatile. They can be used for breads, cookies, rolls and many other baked goods. There are some important differences that you should be aware of when converting wheat flour recipes to oat flour ones.

Alina McKee
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Health Benefits for Sea Urchin Sushi

Sea urchin sushi, also known as uni, is a delicacy made from the gonads of the sea urchin. According to Sushi Encyclopedia, this type of sushi is rich and creamy, although it has a strong ocean smell.

Brian Willett
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