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.

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Transparency and Sustainability: 2019's Top 10 Food Trends

Many food trends you'll see in 2019 are products we already use — meal kits, probiotics, and plant-based proteins — made to be healthier, tastier, faster, and more sustainable. From pulled "pork" made from jackfruit to ancient gluten-free grains, here are ten top food trends you will see this year.

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10 Foods You Don't Realize Are Packed With Sugar

Foods that you think are healthy, like yogurt, granola and instant oatmeal, are sometimes packed with added sugars. We provide a list of foods with hidden sugar that you need to watch out for.

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10 Skinny Smoothies That Will Help You Bust Belly Fat

When it comes to belly bloat, drinking enough (of the right kind of) liquid can help flatten distended abs. Getting rid of bloat means being properly hydrated, so aim for at least eight glasses of liquid per day, and don’t forget to consume plenty of fluid-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables.

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10 Ways to Make Fast Food Healthier

We've all had days when you just don't have time to pack lunch -- all you want to do is hit the drive-through, which isn't always the best place to eat healthy. Fortunately, many fast-food and quick-serve restaurants have expanded their menus to include healthier options.

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9 Better-for-You Potato Chip Swaps

Potatoes are definitely America’s favorite vegetable. According to the Northern Plains Potato Growers Association, the potato chip was invented in 1853 and has been America’s #1 snack food for more than 50 years. In 2011, Americans ate 1.5 billion pounds of potato chips -- that’s about four pounds per person.

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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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10 Surprising Flat-Belly Foods

Looking to go from a FAT belly to a FLAT belly? Abdominal bloating and/or carrying unwanted weight around your midsection can be uncomfortable and embarrassing.

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9 Ways to Cut Calories From Your Favorite Holiday Dishes

’Tis the season for casseroles, mashed potatoes, cocktails, pies ... and calories. Yep, we went there, but we're also not telling you to deprive yourself of all the good stuff. Making a few small changes in your holiday recipes can allow you to enjoy yourself without the unwanted weight gain.

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7 Surprising Foods to Combat Colds

Runny nose, congestion, sore throat, sneezing. Yep, sounds like it could be a cold. While cold symptoms vary (and can also include headaches and fever), all colds are respiratory infections caused by more than 200 possible viruses.

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10 Desserts Your Nutritionist Actually Approves Of

For most people, the idea of dessert and eating healthy is an oxymoron… after all, decadent desserts are designed to feel a bit naughty. But what if there was a way to “have your cake and eat it too,” so to speak? Well, knowing a few tricks of the treat trade can help.

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10 Heart Healthy Foods That Aren't

What you eat can dramatically impact the health of your heart. Research shows certain foods can lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reduce inflammation and fight plaque buildup.

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What Nutritionists Really Eat at a BBQ

No summer is truly complete without the smell of the grill heating up hot dogs, burgers and other BBQ classics. But what if you want to enjoy great food without derailing your healthy diet? Bring in the experts: We asked some of the country’s top registered dietitian nutritionists to share their 10 go-to BBQ picks.

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9 Packaged Foods You Can Feel Good About

While there is a trend toward eating “clean” -- avoiding packaged foods full of preservatives and unpronounceable ingredients -- never eating out of a package is not realistic for most people. If you eat on the go even once in a while, knowing how to choose healthy packaged foods is key to your health and waistline.

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9 Foods to Eat Now If You Want to Get Pregnant

Trying to get pregnant? Consider a date night to the grocery store. "Keeping your body healthy by eating good-for-you foods while trying to conceive is especially helpful because your nutrient intake affects everything from your energy level to your hormones,"

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