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By Shereen Jegtvig, About.com Guide since 2004

Updated Articles and Resources
  • Healthy Family Meal Idea: Roast Cornish Hens Created: Thursday, May 23, 2013 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, May 23, 2013 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, February 17, 2009 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, September 30, 2004 Updated: 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 Created: Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Updated: 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 Created: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, May 01, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, May 22, 2013
    HDL cholesterol is also known as good cholesterol.
  • Dietary Supplement Created: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, May 22, 2013
    Dietary supplement as defined by the United States Food and Drug Administration.
  • What You Need to Know About Vitamin D Created: Thursday, August 12, 2004 Updated: 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 Created: Friday, March 07, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, May 22, 2013
    Flavonoids are found in fruits, vegetables, legumes and nuts.
  • What You Need to Know About Thiamine Created: Thursday, August 12, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
    Thiamine is a B-complex vitamin needed for turning carbohydrates into energy.
  • What You Need to Know About Niacin Created: Thursday, August 12, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
    Definition and description of vitamin B3, or niacin.
  • Lycopene Created: Tuesday, April 29, 2008 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 Updated: 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 Created: Friday, August 13, 2004 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, August 12, 2004 Updated: 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 Created: Monday, December 07, 2009 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, November 02, 2004 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, May 17, 2007 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, January 17, 2008 Updated: 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 Created: Friday, October 10, 2008 Updated: 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 Created: Friday, June 08, 2012 Updated: 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 Created: Thursday, February 23, 2012 Updated: 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 Created: Monday, January 30, 2012 Updated: 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 Created: Wednesday, July 29, 2009 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 Updated: 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 Created: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 Updated: 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 Created: Wednesday, November 15, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
    Here are ten foods that may improve your heart health.
  • What You Need to Know About Bananas Created: Friday, April 27, 2012 Updated: 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.

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