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If you’ve ever waded through nutrition advice, you know it can be hard to trust what you read. Our registered dietitians and medical experts provide evidence-based information on food safety, diet trends, the health benefits of individual foods, eating plans for chronic conditions and more.

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March 15, 2024/Nutrition

Phytonutrients: What They Are and Where To Find Them

These typically colorful plant-based substances provide various health benefits that help protect you from disease

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March 13, 2024/Nutrition

Beyond Bananas: 16 Potassium-Rich Foods

For other great sources of this essential mineral, turn to potatoes, squash, lentils, avocados and more

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March 11, 2024/Nutrition

Powdered Greens: Do They Really Work?

The supplement shouldn’t replace a healthy diet, but it can help you get in your fruits and veggies

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March 6, 2024/Nutrition

Is It Safe To Eat Snow?

If the flakes are undisturbed, pristine white and come from the top layer, it’s typically safe to indulge in a scoop

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March 5, 2024/Nutrition

Vitamin B12 Injections: What They Can and Can’t Do

If you have low B12 or a true deficiency, these shots can work wonders

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March 5, 2024/Nutrition

6 Tips for Fasting Safely

Plan ahead by hydrating, cutting back on sugar and managing medications

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March 1, 2024/Nutrition

5 Health Benefits of Lettuce

Lettuce is a versatile vegetable loaded with antioxidants and good-for-you nutrients

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February 28, 2024/Nutrition

Why Too Much Salt Can Be Bad for You

Excess salt and sodium consumption is a worldwide health concern

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February 26, 2024/Nutrition

Do Men and Women Really Have Different Nutrition Needs?

When it comes to getting proper nutrition, your sex can play a role — but there’s more to it than that

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February 23, 2024/Nutrition

10 Health Benefits of Artichokes

This unique-looking veggie is fiber-dense and antioxidant-rich, and can improve the health of your gut, liver and heart

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