Nutrition Facts & Tips to Improve your Living

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Here’s How Much Exercise You Need to Burn Off Thanksgiving Foods

By Janet Lee; November 16, 2022

It’s the most dietarily-fraught time of the year. Thanksgiving brings all of the delicious meats, cheeses, sauces, gravies, and fat-blanched vegetables you can eat… and...

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What to Order at Chipotle: 7 Tips for Finding the Healthiest Options

By Nicole McDermott; October 26, 2022

With fresh, responsibly-sourced ingredients, Chipotle makes it easy to eat healthy on the go. But the yummy chips, toppings, and tortillas also make it easy to turn your...

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What Is Hard Kombucha — and Is It Healthier Than Other Alcoholic Beverages?

By Meagan Morris; October 25, 2022

Can you get a buzz and boost your gut health at the same time? That’s the idea behind hard kombucha, which has a higher alcohol...

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Treat Yourself With These 10 Low-Glycemic Fruits

By Stepfanie Romine; October 20, 2022

The glycemic index is a measurement of how a particular food that contains carbohydrates will impact your blood sugar after you eat it. “A number...

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Should You Swap Your Beer for a White Claw?

By Chelsea Frank; October 18, 2022

We know alcohol can be full of empty calories, but sometimes you just need a cold beer after a long day at work or during a night out...

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What Is Maca, and Can It Help You Lose Weight?

By Nicole McDermott; October 10, 2022

You may have seen maca crop up at a local coffee shop or as an add-in at a smoothie bar, but this trendy superfood isn’t...

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What Are Keto Cereals, and Are They Any Good?

By Adam Bible; September 29, 2022

Cereal is a staple breakfast food. But if you’re watching your carb intake (or maybe even trying out the ketogenic diet), cereal has probably become...

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11 Lean Proteins You’ll Want to Add to Your Diet

By Michael Martin; September 21, 2022

Whether you want to maintain your weight, lose a few pounds, increase your energy level or build muscle, you’ll want to make room on your plate for...

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The Important Difference Between Natural Sugar and Added Sugar

By Cemile Kavountzis; September 14, 2022

By now you’ve probably heard that eating less sugar can be beneficial for your health. But fun fact: There are different kinds of sugars out...

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Are White Claws and Other Hard Seltzers Actually Healthy?

By Linnea Zielinski; September 12, 2022

If you’re trying to keep an eye on your calorie intake, you already know alcohol can mess with your nutrition goals. But what about hard seltzers?...

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How Much Sugar Is In Wine, and What’s the Best Low-Sugar Option?

By Chelsea Frank; September 12, 2022

If you’re trying to cut back on added sugar, you’ve probably already nixed candy bars and sugary cocktails from your meal plan. But what about wine? Because —...

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Everything to Know About Carob Pods

By Nicole McDermott; September 1, 2022

If you’re among the large group of chocoholics spread across the globe, you may be into carob — a finely ground powder that comes from...

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The Nutritional Value of a Candy Cane

By Stepfanie Romine; September 1, 2022

Is there a treat more festive than a candy cane? With its jolly red and white swirls, these sweet, minty-cool candies are ubiquitous throughout the...

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Need More Iron? Try These 17 Food Sources

By Kate Bayless; August 23, 2022

Whether you prefer to pump iron in the gym or pump your legs on a treadmill, it’s vital that your body gets enough iron. From transporting oxygen to muscles...

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6 Edible Seeds That Are Bursting With Nutrients

By Cemile Kavountzis; August 16, 2022

Good things really do come in small packages. If you’ve ever sat in the bleachers watching a baseball game crunching on sunflower seeds — many...

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How Many Calories Are in a Hard Boiled Egg?

By Michael Martin; August 10, 2022

Nutritionists used to warn against eating eggs for health. Today, the opposite is true. Eggs are a good source of protein, with under 100 calories. One...

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How Much Sugar Is in a Banana and Is It Bad for You?

By Stepfanie Romine; August 8, 2022

Bananas are the most popular fresh fruit in the United States — and for good reason. They’re portable, tasty, and have many nutrients like potassium, vitamin...

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What Are Lupini Beans and Why Haven’t You Heard of Them?!

By Mascha Davis; August 4, 2022

Lupini beans are legumes that are popular throughout the Mediterranean, and are commonly eaten pickled or as a snack. Also called lupins, they’re sometimes used...