Food & Nutrition: Culinary Techniques, Diets & Metabolic Health

Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.

fresh pasley on the cutting board

Parsley & Blood Pressure

High blood pressure can increase your risk for heart disease, kidney disease, stroke and blindness. One-third of American adults have high blood pressure, and another 28 percent are prehypertensive, or at risk for high blood pressure, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.

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Chia Seeds for Healthy Cholesterol Levels

High levels of total or low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood can increase your risk for heart disease, but you may be able to maintain or achieve healthy numbers by modifying your diet.

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250 Calorie Meal Ideas

Achieve your weight loss goals with these simple and delicious 250-calorie meal ideas. Learn how to create a low-calorie diet plan that meets your nutritional needs while limiting calorie intake.

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Easter boiled eggs with fresh grass

Healthy Snack Foods That Are Not Fruits or Vegetables

A healthy snack can boost your energy levels and reduce hunger enough to tide you over until the next meal. Fruits and vegetables are common choices for nutritious snacks, but plenty of other options can also help you meet your nutrient needs while satisfying hunger.

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