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Healthy Family Meal Idea: Roast Cornish Hens
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
The meal includes recipes I've found on About.com. Roast cornish hens with sautéed blueberries and garlic, braised escarole, asparagus and parsley mashed potatoes. -
Healthy Family Meal Idea: Gilroy Garlic Shrimp
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
The meal includes recipes I've found on About.com. Garlic shrimp, tangy caulifower, citrus kale salad and a side of quinoa. -
Six Week Diet Turnaround: Shake the Salt Habit
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Tuesday, February 17, 2009
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
Week six of the ecourse, "Six Weeks to a Healthy Diet" teaches you about sodium and how to reduce the sodium in your diet. -
What You Need to Know About Anti-Inflammatory Foods
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Thursday, September 30, 2004
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Thursday, May 23, 2013
Eating anti-inflammatory foods may be able to reduce inflammation, reduce pain, and decrease your risk for chronic diseases. Here's how to design your own anti-inflammatory diet. -
Healthy Family Meal Idea: Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
This meal includes recipes I've found on About.com. Beef stir fry with brown rice and a side of steamed bok choy. -
Healthy Family Meal Idea: Chicken Caesar Wrap
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
This meal includes recipes I've found on About.com. Chicken Caesar wraps with asparagus and broccoli mashed potatoes. -
Learn About Grains and Cereals
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Wednesday, April 30, 2008
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Learn more about which foods are in the grains and cereals group and tips for eating healthy grains and cereals. -
HDL Cholesterol
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Thursday, May 01, 2008
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
HDL cholesterol is also known as good cholesterol. -
Dietary Supplement
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Wednesday, March 29, 2006
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Dietary supplement as defined by the United States Food and Drug Administration. -
What You Need to Know About Vitamin D
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Thursday, August 12, 2004
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Vitamin D is synthesized in your body when your skin is exposed to the sun. It's important for healthy bones and teeth. -
Flavonoids
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Friday, March 07, 2008
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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Flavonoids are found in fruits, vegetables, legumes and nuts. -
What You Need to Know About Thiamine
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Thursday, August 12, 2004
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Thiamine is a B-complex vitamin needed for turning carbohydrates into energy. -
What You Need to Know About Niacin
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Thursday, August 12, 2004
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Definition and description of vitamin B3, or niacin. -
Lycopene
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Lycopene is an antioxidant that may promote good health and reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer and cardiovascular disease. -
Essential Amino Acids
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Tuesday, November 06, 2007
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Essential amino acids cannot be manufactured in the body and must come from protein in the diet. -
What You Need to Know About Pantothenic Acid
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Friday, August 13, 2004
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Read about pantothenic acid - learn what it is and where to find it. -
What You Need to Know About Vitamin K
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Thursday, August 12, 2004
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Vitamin K is found in dark leafy green vegetables. Learn more about vitamin K. -
10 Topics In Nutrition We Weren’t Thinking About in 1999
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Monday, December 07, 2009
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
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. -
What You Need to Know About Olive Oil and Your Heart
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Tuesday, November 02, 2004
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
About.com nutritionist Shereen Jegtvig has tips for using olive oil, and explains why it's good for your heart. -
How to Find Healthful Foods When You Travel
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Thursday, May 17, 2007
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Why eat junk foods when you're on the road? Here are my tips for choosing nutritious foods and snacks when you travel. -
Prepare These Healthful Foods in a Hurry
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Thursday, January 17, 2008
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Learn how to serve dinner to your family without a lot of fuss. Use the best kitchen equipment and choose the most nutritious convenience foods. -
How to Save Money on Groceries
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Friday, October 10, 2008
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
We spend a lot of money on food, but there are ways to cut costs and still serve healthy delicious meals. -
What You Need to Know About Andean Lupine
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Friday, June 08, 2012
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Andean lupine is a legume that's rich in protein, healthy fats and minerals. It may be a superfood some day, but there currently isn't much research. -
Nutrition Information for Oysters
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Oysters contain protein and minerals but are low in fat and calories. Learn more about eating oysters. -
What You Need to Know About Sweet Potatoes
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Monday, January 30, 2012
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Learn how to choose, store, and prepare sweet potatoes. -
What You Need to Know About Sulfites
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Wednesday, July 29, 2009
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Sulfites are used as a preservative in many processed foods and may also occur naturally in many foods. -
What You Need to Know About BHA and BHT
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
BHA and BHT are food preservatives that help keep fats from going rancid. -
What You Need to Know About Calcium Propionate
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Tuesday, July 28, 2009
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Calcium propionate is a preservative added to bread and baked goods to prevent bacterial and mold growth. -
What You Need to Know About Tomatoes
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Tuesday, February 07, 2012
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Tomatoes are delicious and so good for you. Learn more about the health benefits of eating tomatoes. -
Foods for Heart Health
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Wednesday, November 15, 2006
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Here are ten foods that may improve your heart health. -
What You Need to Know About Bananas
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Friday, April 27, 2012
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013
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. -
What You Need to Know About Kale
Created:
Tuesday, March 08, 2011
Updated:
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Kale is a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables so it's rich in nutrients. Learn why kale is good for you.
