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Is Beef Jerky Healthy? We Asked a Dietitian
When it comes to on-the-go snacking, beef jerky often tops the list due to its convenience and long shelf life. As a popular snack known...
Lauren Manaker, MS, RDN, LD, CLEC, CPT


12 High-Protein Packaged Foods That Are Actually Unhealthy
Over the last decade, protein has become synonymous with weight loss in the media, and many food manufacturers have caught onto this...
Melissa Rifkin, MS, RDN, CDN


What Happens When You Stop Eating Carbs
What Does Cutting Carbs Do? Carbs are a basic nutrient your body turns into glucose, or blood sugar, to make energy for your body to...
Janie McQueen


Signs You’re Eating Too Much Salt
What Is Salt? Salt is a seasoning that can flavor food and act as a preservative. It’s about 60% chloride and about 40% sodium. Nearly...
Madeline Laguaite


How Many Calories Should I Eat Per Day?
If you want to maintain a healthy weight, it makes sense to keep an eye on your calorie intake. But what’s a good target? How many...
Korin Miller


6 Simple Foods Swaps for a Nutrition Boost
These small changes will give you more fiber, protein, and other nutrients, without having to overhaul your whole diet. Eating better...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


Dos and Don’ts of the DASH Diet for Older Adults
This healthy eating plan is one of the best ways to lower your blood pressure. Here’s how to get the most from it in your 60s, 70s and...
Joy Manning


Buon Appetito: 14 Reasons to Eat More Pasta
It’s Part of a Good Diet Pasta is made from grain, one of the basic food groups in a healthy diet that also can include vegetables,...
Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD


The 9 Best Foods and Drinks to Have Before Bed
If the thought of sleep gives you nightmares, look at what you’re eating. The best foods to eat before bed might be able to offer you a...
Brianna Elliott, RD


You’re Probably Getting Enough Protein – But Not Enough Variety
Many people are concerned about getting more protein in their diets. However, according to the 2020-2025 dietary guidelines for...
Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.


6 New Ways to Flavor Your Coffee Without Sugar
You probably start your day with coffee. After all, 63 percent of Americans have a daily cup, according to the National Coffee...
Greg Presto


Is corn good for you? Corn nutrition, health benefits and the best ways to cook
Corn is delicious, but is it good for you? Dietitians discuss corn's nutritional value, benefits, side effects and the healthiest way to...
Caroline Kee


What is the healthiest butter you can buy? A dietitian shares her top 2 picks
Few foods have sparked as much debate as butter and its health attributes. Since the 1960s, the American Heart Association has been...
Samantha Cassetty, RD


Eating carrots can be a simple way to get a boost of beneficial nutrients, according to nutritionists
Vegetables are great not only for their versatility — they can be eaten raw or cooked, whole or chopped — but also for their health...
Taylor Nicioli, CNN


Robert's Healthy Eating Do's and Don'ts
Fitness and healthy eating are a huge part of Food Network's Worst Cooks in America and Dinner: Impossible host Robert Irvine's daily...
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The #1 Food (Yes, Food!) That Helps With Hearing, According to Audiologists
Most people know that certain foods can help support vision health, but the connection between diet and hearing is talked about less...
EMILY LAURENCE


Is Rotisserie Chicken Healthy? Here's What a Dietitian Says
If you're a busy parent (or just like fast, no-fuss meals), you probably know the value of a rotisserie chicken. It feels like a...
Sarah Anzlovar, M.S., RDN, LDN Sarah Anzlovar Headshot Sarah Anzlovar, M.S., RDN, LDN


High Blood Pressure Facts and Statistics: What You Need to Know
Almost half of all Americans develop high blood pressure—or hypertension—during their lifetime. Some people have this problem without...
Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN
What's the healthiest beverage? The No. 1 pick, according to dietitians
Extreme summer temperatures make hydration more important than ever. Reach for these drinks to stay healthy. It’s hot out there so...
A. Pawlowski


27 healthy fast food items at popular US chains, according to dietitians and doctors
Fast food isn't usually part of a balanced diet, but from time to time it's OK to indulge, especially if you choose one of these healthy...
Samantha Cassetty, RD, Tracey Anne Duncan, Aly Walansky and Keri Glassman, R.D.
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