A recent review of literature in 2018 evaluates the potential impact of nuts and seeds on gut microbiota and their role in weight management and
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September 2020 Nutrition Newsletter
The 2015-2020 DGA for the first time recommended that Americans consume less than 10% of total calories from added sugar. The 2020 scientific report
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A study out of Columbia University Irvine Medical Center suggests that inadequate sleep and poor sleep quality may raise the risk of heart disease
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Anti-nutrients are a natural part of some plant foods, and while you might not have heard much about them before, they are not a new phenomenon. Most
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Who doesn’t want a strong, robust immune system to help our body fight off infection and illness? Our food choices are one of the most important
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In the course of our research, we found more than a few surprises about some of our favorite cheeses. For example, the sodium content of Parmesan
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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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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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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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