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Category: Nutrition

Nutrition

Paleo Thai Iced Tea Recipe (with Coconut Milk)

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 -

Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 Meal Type: Beverages Diet Type Gluten-Free, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian Ingredients: 1 cup hot, boiled water ½ cup cold water 4 cloves, whole ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cardamom 2 … Continue reading Paleo Thai Iced Tea Recipe (with Coconut Milk)

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How Cheat Days Affect Your Body

July 2, 2020July 2, 2020 -

Even the most disciplined dieters can’t live on vegetable and protein without indulging. Case in point: The Rock is notorious for his sushi Sundays. Terry Crews told Men’s Health he downs apple fritters, pizza, mac and cheese and cobbler on … Continue reading How Cheat Days Affect Your Body

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8 Natural Blood Thinners that Support Heart Health

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 -

Anticoagulant medications have been implicated in serious adverse reactions, with countless case reports indicating the use of these drugs can lead to hospital admission from issues like excessive bleeding. Because of their potential for harm, being aware of natural blood … Continue reading 8 Natural Blood Thinners that Support Heart Health

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8 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 -

Surprise – there’s protein in vegetables! From peas to kale, broccoli to artichokes, and spinach to Brussels sprouts, all of these green veggies pack a decent amount of protein in them. Mix and match these veggies to your heart’s content … Continue reading 8 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

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Plant-Based Supplements Versus Fish – Omega-3 Sources

June 20, 2020June 20, 2020 -

The term “plant based” is everywhere right now—and there’s no standard definition for what that phrase actually means. This confusion may contribute to something I’ve been hearing as a registered dietitian: that consuming plant-based omega-3 fatty acids is the same … Continue reading Plant-Based Supplements Versus Fish – Omega-3 Sources

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Quinine in Tonic Water: Safety, Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

June 9, 2020 -

Believe it or not, one of the oldest cures for malaria, a compound called quinine, is now found in a popular “mixer” used to make cocktails: … Continue reading Quinine in Tonic Water: Safety, Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

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Eye Health and Supplements: What You Should Know

June 6, 2020June 6, 2020 -

Overview You’ve probably heard someone say, “Eat your carrots, they’re good for your eyes.” You may have also seen advertisements for nutritional supplements for eye health. Can vitamins and minerals benefit your eye health and vision? Keep reading to learn … Continue reading Eye Health and Supplements: What You Should Know

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Crispy Kale Chip-Chickpea Flour Recipe, With Variations

June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 -

Ingredients 1 tbsp. oil 2 1/2 c. chickpea flour 2 c. warm water 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. pepper 1 bunch of kale Directions Make em’ Heat oven to 400°F. Rub 2 rimmed baking sheets with 1 Tbsp oil each. … Continue reading Crispy Kale Chip-Chickpea Flour Recipe, With Variations

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Omega-3 Foods: Top 15 Plus Recommended Recipes

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 -

Omega-3s are “essential” fatty acids because the body isn’t capable of producing them on its own. Therefore, we must rely on omega-3 foods in our diets to supply these extremely beneficial compounds. There are actually three different types of “omega-3s”: … Continue reading Omega-3 Foods: Top 15 Plus Recommended Recipes

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Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 -

Prep Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 16 hours 40 minutes Serves: 6–8 Meal Type: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Snacks, Vegan Diet Type: Gluten-Free, Ketogenic, Low-Carb, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian … Continue reading Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

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Can Dogs Eat Bananas? Pros and Cons for Canine Health

May 22, 2020May 22, 2020 -

When it comes to pet nutrition, choosing foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, protein and amino acids is vital. If you like to feed your dog from foods found in your kitchen, you may have asked yourself: … Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Bananas? Pros and Cons for Canine Health

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Hemp Milk Nutrition, Benefits and How to Make (Recipe)

May 17, 2020May 17, 2020 -

More and more people are reaching for dairy-free milk options when browsing through the grocery store. Some of the best options, like almond milk and coconut milk, provide important nutrients — including essential fatty acids and calcium. Hemp milk is … Continue reading Hemp Milk Nutrition, Benefits and How to Make (Recipe)

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8 Healthy Frozen Meals That Taste Good – Best Freezer Food

May 10, 2020May 10, 2020 -

You have to take food endorsements by athletes with a grain of salt, but it’s hard not to get sucked in by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson’s infomercials on the Instagram account for Performance Kitchen, a new brand of microwavable … Continue reading 8 Healthy Frozen Meals That Taste Good – Best Freezer Food

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Citrus Chicken With Asparagus And Peas Recipe

May 7, 2020May 7, 2020 -

Cal/Serv: 297 Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 0 hours 10 mins Cook Time: 0 hours 10 mins Total Time: 0 hours 20 mins Ingredients 2 navel oranges 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 4 5-oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts Kosher salt … Continue reading Citrus Chicken With Asparagus And Peas Recipe

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5 Reasons Why You Should Drink Water Over Coffee in the Morning

May 2, 2020May 2, 2020 -

Coffee is a part of our morning routine in the United States. Most people can’t function properly without their first cup of coffee in the morning. What do you reach for when you wake up in the morning – a … Continue reading 5 Reasons Why You Should Drink Water Over Coffee in the Morning

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Benefits of Celery, Nutrition Facts, Recipes and More

May 2, 2020May 2, 2020 -

Whether in soups, vegetable trays or topped with peanut butter, most people at least occasionally consume celery in one way or another. That’s a good thing, because the benefits of celery — not to mention celery seed — include that … Continue reading Benefits of Celery, Nutrition Facts, Recipes and More

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The Best Way to Reheat Rice – Rice Leftovers Reheating Solved!

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 -

Rice is one of those foods that always seems to take up residence in your refrigerator. Takeout spots almost always give you too much of the stuff. If you’re making your own rice at home, you usually have leftovers. The … Continue reading The Best Way to Reheat Rice – Rice Leftovers Reheating Solved!

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Keto Coffee Recipe … or Butter Coffee

April 24, 2020 -

Ingredients: one 8-ounce cup of organic black coffee 1 scoop collagen powder made from bone broth 1 scoop beef gelatin (optional) 1 tablespoon grass-fed butter 1 … Continue reading Keto Coffee Recipe … or Butter Coffee

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Can You Eat Expired Eggs? Food Safety Experts Weigh In

April 22, 2020April 22, 2020 -

Good for everything from veggie-packed omelets to Instagrammable baked goods, eggs are a versatile staple food packed into a teeny little shell. They also last pretty … Continue reading Can You Eat Expired Eggs? Food Safety Experts Weigh In

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There’s Only One Right Way to Reheat Steak – Heat Leftover Meat

April 19, 2020April 19, 2020 -

Okay, let’s get the obvious joke out of the way first: “Who leaves leftover steak?” The answer is plenty of people. Sometimes you just can’t stuff down another morsel of mignon or hunk of hanger steak. Honestly, leftover steak is … Continue reading There’s Only One Right Way to Reheat Steak – Heat Leftover Meat

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17 Fish You Should Never Eat (Plus, Safer Seafood Options)

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 -

Fish can serve as either a power food or an inflammatory, toxic nightmare for your body, all depending on what fish you choose. That why it’s so important to pay attention to (and avoid) the fish you should never eat. … Continue reading 17 Fish You Should Never Eat (Plus, Safer Seafood Options)

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7 Foods High in Zinc – Their Outstanding Benefits

April 13, 2020April 13, 2020 -

Zinc is what you would call a “micronutrient.” But just because it’s not a macronutrient like protein, fat, or carbohydrates doesn’t mean it’s not important. Science shows that zinc can help support a healthy immune system, assist in the healing … Continue reading 7 Foods High in Zinc – Their Outstanding Benefits

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Immune Boosting Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

April 11, 2020April 11, 2020 -

Whether you’re fighting off an infection or combating a cold, adding a few immune-boosting vitamins to your routine can be incredibly beneficial. In fact, certain vitamins, minerals and supplements have been shown to fine-tune immune function, enhance antibody production and … Continue reading Immune Boosting Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

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Plant-Based vs Vegan Diet – What’s the Difference?

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 -

You’ve likely seen the term “plant-based” popping up everywhere. In the marketing of Impossible Foods products. All over the snack world. In one-sided films posing as documentaries. But what, exactly, does “plant-based” mean? That’s unclear at this point, as there … Continue reading Plant-Based vs Vegan Diet – What’s the Difference?

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The 5 Healthiest Olive Oils of 2020

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 -

Once upon a time, everyone used margarine. This was a sad time, in which everyone chose to sacrifice flavor for the sake of an evil trend sweeping the land. This evil, known as “the low-fat craze,” viewed anything that contained … Continue reading The 5 Healthiest Olive Oils of 2020

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Liver Cleanse: Detox Your Liver in 6 Easy Steps

April 2, 2020April 2, 2020 -

Every person’s health and well-being depends on how well their body removes and purges toxins. With exposure to environmental toxins, toxic body care products and processed foods, most people are in desperate need of a serious detox! A liver cleanse … Continue reading Liver Cleanse: Detox Your Liver in 6 Easy Steps

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What Is Dragon Fruit? Benefits, Flavor, And How To Eat It

March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 -

You may not be lucky enough to live surrounded by palm trees, but thanks to popular tropical fruits like açaí and dragon fruit (and whoever made smoothie bowls a thing), you can darn sure pretend. Okay, açaí bowls may be … Continue reading What Is Dragon Fruit? Benefits, Flavor, And How To Eat It

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Deschutes Wowza! Is the Rare Low-Calorie Beer That Tastes Great

March 24, 2020March 24, 2020 -

Deschutes Wowza! is a hazy pale ale that’s full-bodied yet easy to drink at 4% ABV (alcohol by volume). Wowza! continues the craft beer tradition of big-muscled flavor while staying impossibly light—just 100 calories and 4g of carbs per can. … Continue reading Deschutes Wowza! Is the Rare Low-Calorie Beer That Tastes Great

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Antiviral Herbs: Protect Against Viruses and How to Use

March 21, 2020March 21, 2020 -

Did you know that there are more than 400 different viruses that can cause infections, including the common cold, the flu, hepatitis, mononucleosis and HIV? Today, many people choose to have an annual influenza vaccination, or flu shot, but this is … Continue reading Antiviral Herbs: Protect Against Viruses and How to Use

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The 5 Best Sugar-Free Ice Creams, According To Nutritionists

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 -

Satisfying your sweet tooth without actual sugar has never been easier. (TYSM, keto!) I mean, have you taken a stroll down the freezer aisle at the supermarket lately? Sugar-free and no-sugar-added ice creams practically outnumber the regular stuff. Thankfully, gone … Continue reading The 5 Best Sugar-Free Ice Creams, According To Nutritionists

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Is Pho Healthy? Pho Versus Ramen Soup

March 17, 2020 -

Sometimes, nothing quite hits the spot like a steamy bowl of noodles—and ramen is no longer the only trendy option. These days, everyone seems to be … Continue reading Is Pho Healthy? Pho Versus Ramen Soup

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Intermittent Fasting Eating Window – IF Weight Loss Tips

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020 -

Fasting was easy for our ancient ancestors. There were no all-night diners or frozen pizzas to tempt them. They had no choice but to ignore that gnawing emptiness in their stomachs until they happened upon a bush of ripe berries … Continue reading Intermittent Fasting Eating Window – IF Weight Loss Tips

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Ranking the best bottled water of 2020

March 10, 2020March 10, 2020 -

Water is essential for life, but what if you can’t trust the source of your tap water? Bottled water is a great alternative when the purity of your tap water is in question, whether because of bacterial contamination, heavy metals, … Continue reading Ranking the best bottled water of 2020

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The 7 Best Non-Dairy Butters Substitutes For Vegans, Per RDs

March 6, 2020March 6, 2020 -

Non-dairy butter used to mean sketchy oils and zero flavor, but the plant-based diet trend has completely changed the game. In fact, whether you’re vegan or not, you might just consider swapping your usual Land O’ Lakes for for a … Continue reading The 7 Best Non-Dairy Butters Substitutes For Vegans, Per RDs

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Why Am I Not Losing Weight on Keto?

March 6, 2020March 6, 2020 -

The ketogenic diet has been touted as a major weight loss program, where Instagrammers have documented their keto weight loss success stories to encourage others to join in on the craze and tackle their health and fitness goals. And the … Continue reading Why Am I Not Losing Weight on Keto?

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Oat Milk vs. Almond Milk: Which Is Healthier? Dietitians Weigh In

March 1, 2020March 1, 2020 -

Walking down the the dairy aisle is literally nuts these days. Seriously, where there used to be only cow’s milk, countless nut milks and other plant-based alternatives (hellooo, oat milk) are now taking over. Though almond milk held court as … Continue reading Oat Milk vs. Almond Milk: Which Is Healthier? Dietitians Weigh In

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7 Best Keto Diet Apps to Track Carbs and Lose Weight

February 29, 2020February 29, 2020 -

At this point, you’ve probably heard a lot of people raving about the high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet. The goal of the eating plan is to get your body into a state called ketosis, where it’s burning fat, instead of carbohydrates, … Continue reading 7 Best Keto Diet Apps to Track Carbs and Lose Weight

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10 Best Baby Formulas of 2020

February 28, 2020February 17, 2021 -

Keep in mind that breast milk is the best food for babies in the first year of life. It helps them grow healthy and strong and protects them from infections and illness. For example: Breast milk has hormones and the … Continue reading 10 Best Baby Formulas of 2020

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What Happened When a Bodybuilder Tried a 48-Hour Juice Cleanse

February 24, 2020February 24, 2020 -

It sounds like a beginning of a bad joke: A bodybuilder walks into a juice shop and asks to try a 48-hour juice cleanse… For YouTuber and bodybuilder Will Tennyson, the suggestion is an unfortunate reality. Tennyson tried a juice … Continue reading What Happened When a Bodybuilder Tried a 48-Hour Juice Cleanse

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Cottage Cheese Nutrition, Benefits, Recipes and More

February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 -

Based on sales on the over past decade, cottage cheese seems to be making a comeback. Perhaps this is because it’s high in protein and low in carbs, therefore considered by some to be the perfect cheese for both low-carb … Continue reading Cottage Cheese Nutrition, Benefits, Recipes and More

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Is Decaf Coffee Good Or Bad, And How Much Caffeine Is In It?

February 15, 2020February 15, 2020 -

If you’re a regular coffee drinker (and rely on the stuff to help you get off the struggle bus in the morning), you’ve probably wondered why anyone, ever would want to drink decaf. I mean, what’s coffee without the buzz? … Continue reading Is Decaf Coffee Good Or Bad, And How Much Caffeine Is In It?

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Is Tofu Good for You? Health Benefits and Nutrtion Facts

February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 -

Tofu, also called bean curd, has gained popularity over the years, especially as a vegetarian- and vegan-approved source of protein. However, it’s also a highly controversial ingredient; while some praise it as a health-promoting superfood, others claim that soy products … Continue reading Is Tofu Good for You? Health Benefits and Nutrtion Facts

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10 Best Plant-Based Protein Bars – Healthiest Vegan Protein Bars

February 8, 2020February 8, 2020 -

Thanks in the recent rise of the marketing term “plant-based,” there are quite a few plant-based protein bars on the market. Many of these plant-based protein bars are not good. They taste like pulling up a handful of weeds from … Continue reading 10 Best Plant-Based Protein Bars – Healthiest Vegan Protein Bars

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The Healthiest (and Unhealthiest) Things You Can Order at Burger King

January 30, 2020January 30, 2020 -

It’s not easy to go to a fast food place and find something healthy. But today, fast food restaurants are becoming more aware of nutrition and making changes to offer healthier menu options. We picked out the healthiest and unhealthiest … Continue reading The Healthiest (and Unhealthiest) Things You Can Order at Burger King

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15 Best Vitamins For Women 2020

January 30, 2020January 30, 2020 -

How often did your mom tell you to “take your vitamins!” when you were a kid, while shoving a bottle of Flintstones’ gummies in your face? Of course, by now you know that your body needs vitamins and minerals to … Continue reading 15 Best Vitamins For Women 2020

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Types of Milk, Explained: From Skim To Whole Milk To Oat Milk

January 21, 2020January 21, 2020 -

If the dairy aisle could do the #10yearchallenge, it wouldn’t even recognize itself. I mean, half of what’s in the dairy aisle these days isn’t even dairy at all. Back in the day, you had just a few types of … Continue reading Types of Milk, Explained: From Skim To Whole Milk To Oat Milk

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Best Yogurt For A Low-Carb Diet

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 -

Has the low-carb movement made you question just about every food in your diet? Just me? Thanks to keto and paleo, I’ve even wondered whether yogurt is considered a low-carb food—and whether I can still nosh on parfaits while keeping … Continue reading Best Yogurt For A Low-Carb Diet

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Why Is Nutrition Important? – HIV Positive

January 13, 2020January 13, 2020 -

Nutrition is important for everyone because food gives our bodies the nutrients they need to stay healthy, grow, and work properly. Foods are made up of six classes of nutrients, each with its own special role in the body: Protein … Continue reading Why Is Nutrition Important? – HIV Positive

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