Recent weight stats for the US are growing -- literally. According to the CDC, the obesity rate for US adults is 40% and 30% of American adults are
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February 2020 Nutrition Newsletter
Veggie burgers originated in England in 1982 as a plant-based ‘hamburger’ option for people who preferred a vegetarian eating style. These original
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About half of all American adults have one or more preventable chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, or diabetes.
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You probably learned about the five different flavors we sense in foods: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami (a savory, meaty flavor) in school. How
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As the holidays get into full swing, dishes like roasts and baked hams start appearing at gatherings with increased regularity. So, how can you
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There are so many milks on the market today! Each new variety comes covered in packaging that touts myriad health claims and nutrient boosts, but
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Salads offer a fantastic way to get some more vegetables into your eating pattern. However, the dressing you pour on your salad can add a lot of
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The recent updates to the nutrition facts label show off a new, cleaner design that's meant to make it easier to quickly identify useful information.
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Only 1 in 20 people in the US consumes the recommended amount of fiber. Let’s Talk About Added Fibers The Dietary Guidelines for Americans call out
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Perception is not always reality. When I ask my weight loss clients whether they track their food intake, they often roll their eyes and tell me that
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The American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) have released updated guidelines on the important role of lifestyle
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If you think popping a multivitamin or vitamin C tablet daily will prevent you from getting a chronic illness, think again. While nearly 50% of
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