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By Shereen Jegtvig, About.com Guide since 2004

What Is Carrageenan? Created: Thursday, May 24, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Carrageenan is a food additive that's extracted from seaweed and used to thicken and stabilize certain foods.
5 Ways to Add Spelt to Your Diet Video Created: Monday, December 05, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Spelt is an ancient and hearty grain. Get some fun and easy ways to add spelt into your diet in this health video from About.com.
What Are Simple Carbohydrates? Created: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Simple carbohydrates or simple sugars are easy to digest and may add a lot of calories to your diet. Learn more.
Learn About Carbohydrates Created: Friday, December 08, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Simple and complex carbohydrates are the main forms of energy our bodies use every day.
Eat Right and Gain Weight Created: Friday, December 03, 2004 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
About.com nutrition expert explains how you can eat to gain weight without sacrificing your health.
How To Plan Meals Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Nutrition expert from About.com has tips for planning healthy meals.
Carnitine Created: Monday, May 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012
Carnitine is derived from amino acids. You don't really need to eat foods that contain carnitine because your body makes enough for normal energy production.
Nutrition Facts - Avocados Created: Monday, April 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Avocados are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and monounsaturated fats that are good for you heart.
Nutrition Facts for Broccoli Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Broccoli is a superfood because it's rich in vitamins and minerals, is a good source of fiber and contains phytochemicals that may be good for your health.
Nutrition Facts - Bananas Created: Friday, April 27, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Bananas are easy to store, easy to eat and can be used in many different recipes. Learn more about the health benefits of eating bananas.
Nutrition Information for Chicken Breasts Created: Sunday, May 20, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Chicken breast meat is low in fat as long as you you prepare it properly. I've got the nutrition facts for chicken breast and some links to healthy recipes.
Nutrition Information for Sweet Potatoes Created: Monday, January 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Learn how to choose, store, and prepare sweet potatoes.
What Is Starch? Created: Thursday, May 17, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
This is the glossary definition for starch, a type of complex carbohydrate.
What Is a Gluten-Free Diet? Created: Sunday, April 18, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
A gluten-free diet may even help people who don't have celiac disease.
What Are Nutrients? Created: Monday, March 17, 2008 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Nutrients come from the foods you eat - learn more about the different types of nutrients and why you need them.
Why Nutrition Is Important - You Need to Eat Created: Friday, April 13, 2007 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
You need to eat a balanced diet with the right number of calories in order to be at your healthiest. Here's why.
A Sample Menu for a Balanced Diet Created: Monday, July 19, 2004 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
One example of how to prepare an easy balanced menu for an entire day.
How Many Calories Should You Eat Every Day? Created: Monday, November 06, 2006 Updated: Thursday, May 17, 2012
Use my online calculator to determine how many calories you need to lose or gain weight. You can also determine the amounts of carbohydrates, protein and fat you need every day.
Nutrition Information for Quinoa Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Quinoa is an ancient grain that can be served like rice or oatmeal. Learn more bout the nutrition facts for quinoa. Includes links to healthy recipes.
Are Potatoes Good or Bad? Created: Monday, August 14, 2006 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Potatoes are good for you -- when you prepare them properly. Learn more.
Ten Nutrition Topics We Weren't Thinking About in 1999 - Ten New Topics In Nutrition Created: Monday, December 07, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Here is a list of ten topics in nutrition that weren't on our minds in 1999, but are common in 2009. Learn more about ten nutritional topics that weren't on our minds in 1999.
Reduce Added Sugar to Have a Healthier Diet Created: Wednesday, November 19, 2008 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Lesson two of the Six Weeks to a Healthier Diet series. Learn how to find and eliminate added sugar.
Your Favorite Way to Serve Potatoes Created: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
About.com readers share their tips for serving potatoes.
Potassium - Glossary Entry Created: Monday, July 20, 2009 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Potassium is a major mineral that is important for nervous system function, muscle contraction and fluid balance in the body.
The Old USDA Food Pyramid Created: Friday, April 01, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
An introduction to the old USDA Food Pyramid, which has been replaced with MyPlate.gov.
Foods for a Tailgating Party Created: Saturday, January 08, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Healthy foods to serve at your next tailgating party.
Symptoms of Vitamin C Deficiency Created: Friday, October 15, 2010 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
About.com nutritionist Shereen Jegtvig describes the symptoms of a vitamin C deficiency.
Healthy Snacks for Teens Created: Monday, August 18, 2008 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Here are some tips for providing healthy after-school snacks for teens.
Roasted Potatoes - A Healthy Way to Prepare Potatoes Created: Monday, February 07, 2005 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
A recipe for potatoes roasted with olive oil and rosemary.
Watch Portion Sizes at Meal Time Created: Saturday, November 20, 2004 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Portions of foods at meals are getting bigger and it is one reason people gain weight.
Save Money on Groceries Created: Friday, October 10, 2008 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
We spend a lot of money on food, but there are ways to cut costs and still serve healthy delicious meals.
Prevent Foodborne Illness at Picnics and Barbecues Created: Monday, July 02, 2007 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
About.com nutritionist Shereen Jegtvig offers tips to keep your picnic or barbecue foods safe and to prevent foodborne illness.

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