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Recipe: Pumpkin Bars
These dense, moist bars are sweet enough to satisfy a craving but they won’t send you into a sugar rush. Bonus: There are no refin...
By: Digestive Health Team | December 20, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Orange Vanilla Smoothie Recipe
This delicious smoothie will remind you of a creamsicle. Add a frozen banana for a creamier texture or your favorite greens for a ...
By Staff | May 09, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
Variety is the spice of life, as the saying goes, and it can surely enliven your taco nights. Whether you’ve jumped on the Taco Tu...
By: Sara Quessenberry | November 08, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Sweet Potato Chips and Guacamole
Reimagining chips and guacamole, that classic Tex-Mex starter, may feel wrong, even sacrilegious. That resistance will melt away f...
By: Sara Quessenberry | January 15, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Spinach-Walnut Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette
In this recipe, the sweetness of navel oranges complements the texture and slightly bitter taste of the spinach. Feel free to repl...
By Staff | September 05, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Recipe: Spaghetti With Fresh Tomato Sauce and Roasted Vegetables
This recipe includes steps to make your own tomato sauce, whether to use with the other ingredients listed or for other dishes as ...
By: Heart and Vascular Team | November 29, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: A Smoothie That Will Change the Way You Start Your Day
This thick, milkshake-like recipe will put you on the right track for busy mornings: The idea is to fill separate containers with ...
By: Ellie Krieger | January 11, 2019 | The Washington Post
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Dairy-Free Raspberry Coconut Ice Cream
Ice cream made with frozen fruit and coconut cream is every bit as rich and delicious as dairy-based ice cream. The raspberries in...
By: Wellness Team | August 02, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Crisp Apple-Fennel-Mint Salad With Almonds
Wow your friends and family with this festival of flavor and texture. The tart Granny Smith apples, sweet fennel bulb and fresh he...
By: Sara Quessenberry | July 07, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Apple Cheddar Pockets
July is National Picnic Month, and it’s the perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors while enjoying a healthy meal with family,...
By Staff | July 06, 2017 | Real Appeal
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8 Easy Enchilada Recipes When You Need a Break from Tacos
Looking for some healthy flavorful dinner inspiration? These easy enchilada recipes are not just filling and delicious but can als...
By: Jessica Cording, CDN, MS, RD | December 18, 2020 | Shape
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These Dinner Recipes Bring Out the Best of Fall Vegetables
While you can't go wrong with butternut or acorn squash in a fall dinner recipe, using kabocha squash as boats for a delicious mix...
By: Laura Rege | December 18, 2020 | Shape
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Healthy Ways to Adapt Recipes
Can you call your grandmother's beloved bread pudding a healthy recipe? Scrumptious as it may be, it probably isn't what you'd cal...
By: Staff | May 14, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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Healthy Lunch Ideas
Whether you eat lunch at home these days while WFH or pack it to take along, having a healthy (and tasty!) lunch you feel good abo...
By: Ann Milanowski | February 10, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Dessert Recipes That Won’t Destroy Your Diet
How do you satisfy your sweet tooth when you’re trying to eat healthy? Try your hand at creating your own treats — with ingr...
By: Digestive Health Team | December 20, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Mango-Strawberry Sweetheart Smoothie
We all can use more energy, and a fruit smoothie is a delicious way to power up your day. Here, find six fruity, healthy options. ...
By: Staff | December 16, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatballs
This recipe offers a tangy sweet and sour taste but calls for ground turkey breast instead of ground beef, cutting down on calorie...
By: Digestive Health Team | March 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Turkey Burger
Just in time for summer cookouts! For a learner recipe that still delivers on the great flavor of a traditional burger recipe,...
By Staff | July 09, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Hearty Minestrone
This recipe takes a classic minestrone soup and turns it into a scrumptious one-dish wonder. Adding the ancient grain farro makes ...
By: Staff | October 21, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies
This cookie satisfies your sweet tooth without any added sugar. It’s a simple, five-ingredient recipe that includes dark chocolate...
By: Staff | October 28, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Feta and Lentil Salad
This Mediterranean dish is packed with protein and other nutrients from legumes and vegetables. It’s also chock full of herbs. The...
By: Staff | July 28, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Chia Pudding Recipes
If you haven’t tried chia seed pudding yet, you’re in for a real (and very healthy) treat. There are so many reasons to love chia,...
By: Staff | March 31, 2021 | Cleveland Clinicf
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Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Looking for a nibble with zing that’s still a vegetable? This recipe packs protein and fiber with some spice. Bring to a party, se...
By: Digestive Health Team | April 29, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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4 Easy Ways to Sneak in More Vegetables
Pop quiz: How many vegetables do you eat in a day? If you’re well below the two to three cups that doctors recommend, well, y...
By Staff | March 28, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Stuffed Pork Loin
Try this lighter pork chop recipe. Pork loin makes it leaner than traditional pork chops, and stuffing these chops with vegetables...
By: Digestive Health Team | August 31, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Whole Wheat Pasta Primavera
This recipe includes a garden of vegetables, with garlic, tarragon, parsley, and red pepper. It’s also packed with vitamins, phyto...
By: Staff | May 13, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Green Smoothie Bowl
Ready to trade the smoothie glass for a bowl? Try this recipe, which is packed with the leafy green goodness of spinach. Use ...
By: Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RD, LD | September 21, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Sweet Banana Smoothie
This banana smoothie recipe includes low-fat dairy products and can be combined with canned soft fruits (such as peaches, pears or...
By: Digestive Health Team | May 07, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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One-Pot Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole
This recipe is a good way to get vegetables into a meal, and all with easy, one-pot cooking. It features brown rice – the grain of...
By: Wellness Team | June 25, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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White Chicken Chili
Warm up with this hearty recipe that’s perfect for a cool weather day. It’s lower in fat and sodium and higher in fiber than tradi...
By: Staff | March 24, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Summer Squash Farro Bowl
Look no further for your next satisfying, delicious, vegetarian dinner. This healthful recipe balances building blocks to create a...
By: Robby Melvin | July 01, 2020 | Real Simple
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How to Make Healthy and Delicious Smoothies
Smoothies may seem like a no-brainer. Just fill a blender with fruit, ice and milk or juice, and let ‘er rip. But upset the smoot...
By: Staff | April 27, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Salmon Marsala
This recipe switches up chicken marsala by swapping for salmon. It’s a great way to get delicious and healthy fish on the menu. Yo...
By: Women's Health Team | October 06, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Apple Chips
These apple chips are a healthy alternative to junk food and potato chips. Use them to create a colorful food gift or snack for a ...
By: Staff | November 04, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Dairy-Free Raspberry Coconut Ice Cream
Ice cream made with frozen fruit and coconut cream is every bit as rich and delicious as dairy-based ice cream. The raspberries in...
By: Staff | April 28, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Toasted Walnut and Raisin Energy Bars
This easy, quick recipe will make healthy snacking a breeze. You can substitute walnuts for other nuts and experiment with other s...
By: Wellness Team | June 03, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Quick Chicken Noodle Soup
This easy chicken noodle soup recipe is a great no-stress weeknight dinner or make-and-freeze meal. Once you’ve got this down, pla...
By Staff | September 12, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Hearty Tomato, Bean, and Veggie Soup
This vegetable soup recipe is healthy, delicious and easy to make. Team this soup with some crisp apples or pears and a serving of...
By: Heart and Vascular Team | April 09, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili That's Perfect for Spring
I always think of daylight saving time's arrival as a sign that the bounty of spring. At this time of year, I like to think about ...
By: Wolfgang Puck | April 24, 2020 | Wolfgang Puck's Kitchen
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Simple Ways to Work Fruit and Veggies Into Meals
How you eat when you're stressed is nothing to, well, stress about. Learn why, plus get some simple ideas for working produce back...
By: Victoria Seaver M.S., R.D. | April 24, 2020 | EatingWell
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How to Make Healthy and Delicious Smoothies
Smoothies may seem like a no-brainer. Just fill a blender with fruit, ice and milk or juice, and let ‘er rip. But upset the smoot...
By: Staff | August 13, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Rolled-Oats Quick Granola
This quick, healthy granola recipe is a great way to start your day. Add your favorite berries, Greek or regular low-fat yogurt an...
By Staff | February 23, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Creamy Curried Egg Salad
This recipe spices up your standard egg salad with an Indian-style twist. As a bonus, we share the best technique for making hard ...
By: Wellness Team | May 24, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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The 7 Healthiest Carb-Filled Foods to Eat, According to a Registered Dietitian
You bet potatoes are on this list. As we head into the holiday season, my priorities are as follows: perfecting my pecan pie reci...
By: Betty Gold | December 17, 2020 | Real Simple
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English Pea Pasta
There is something special about using fresh peas straight out of the pod. This recipe was inspired by our root-to-stem philosophy...
By: Ann Milanowski | August 06, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Herb-Crusted Salmon
This herb-crusted salmon recipe is packed with protein (& flavor) and is perfect for any night of the week - especially a fish Fri...
By Staff | March 02, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Turkey Lasagna
This recipe is not only delicious but can be an easy to make weeknight dinner if you use no boil noodles! Turkey Lasagna ...
By Staff | November 08, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Easy Banana Bread
This egg- and dairy-free banana bread also has 6 grams of fiber per slice, what's not to loaf, err, love?! Fact: Banana bread is ...
By: Jessica Cording, MS, CDN, RD | December 18, 2020 | Shape
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Heart-Healthy Banana Mousse
For a creamy dessert your guests will love - try our heart-healthy banana mousse. The bananas are a rich source of potassium, the ...
By: Staff | January 27, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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6 Healthy Flours for Baking
Sift through the most nutrient-dense flours (and flour alternatives) to expand your cooking and baking repertoire. Once dominated...
By: Jamie Vespa, MS, RD | March 24, 2020 | EatingWell
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Fruit Kabobs With Yogurt Honey Dip
This simple, sweet and healthy treat is delicious and good for you too. Probiotics in the yogurt introduce beneficial bacteria to ...
By: Digestive Health Team | June 11, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Loaded Baked Potato With Black Beans
Turn your potato into a healthy meal! Try this protein-packed vegetarian meal for days when you don’t have time to cook. Bake the ...
By: Digestive Health Team | May 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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8 Foods to Eat to Help You Stay Energized
When the 3 p.m. slump strikes and your energy is zapped, it's tempting to down a cup of coffee and ride the caffeine jolt until yo...
By: Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD | December 16, 2020 | EatingWell
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7 Fruits That May Help You Lose Weight
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to ditch carbs in order to lose weight. This is especially true when it comes to fruit,...
By: Lauren Wicks, MS and Lisa Valente, RD | July 01, 2020 | EatingWell
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Mexican Avocado and Black Bean Salad
The soluble fiber and monounsaturated fatty acids in this hearty black bean and avocado salad helps fight cholesterol -- which ult...
By: Staff | February 10, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Butternut Squash, Carrot and Ginger Soup
This hearty, tasty soup is full of flavor but low in calories. It’s also naturally sweet, with carrots and butternut squash. Ingr...
By: Staff | October 21, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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6 Easy Meal Prep Tips to Set Up Your Week
Scroll through your social media feed and you may come across an image of someone's countertop lined with a week's worth of meals ...
By: Carolyn A. Hodges, RD | September 14, 2020 | EatingWell
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Make-Ahead Quiche Cups
If you’re on the run in the morning, welcome to your next breakfast! High in protein and low in carbohydrates, quiche cups can kee...
By: Digestive Health Team | August 27, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Zucchini Spice Bread
This moist and delicious zucchini bread is full of sweet spices. It’s easy to make, easy to serve, and easy to freeze. Kids and ad...
By: Staff | May 14, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Easy Chicken Ratatouille
This flavorful, satisfying dish offers a medley of vegetables and chicken that is sure to be a family favorite. Also, once you cho...
By: Staff | July 16, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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A Crunchy, Flavorful Salad Makes Great Use of Cauliflower or Any Leftover Roasted Vegetables
One of my key life-hacks is to cook extra of whatever I am having for dinner so I have the makings of a quick meal the following d...
By: Ellie Krieger | January 14, 2021 | The Washington Post
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7 Time-Saving Hacks That Make Healthy Home Cooking a Breeze
Always scrambling for time in the kitchen? Or swapping your meal plan for take-out menus, when time runs tight? We feel you. Yet&n...
By: Kate Rockwood | July 27, 2018 | Rally Health
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Minted Fruit Kabobs
Many of us are familiar with the dish called kabobs that consist of small cubes of meat or fish threaded on a skewer and grilled. ...
By: Staff | February 03, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Creamy Turkey and Veggie Casserole
Looking for a creamy, satisfying dinner of turkey, vegetables and fresh herbs — but without fat and calories? This ligh...
By: Staff | October 05, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Go-To Snacks for Busy Weeks
When planning my snacks for the week, I make sure that both protein and produce are involved to keep them healthy and filling, whi...
By: Jessica Ball, MS, RD | April 29, 2020 | EatingWell
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8-Layer Mexican Fiesta Dip
This eight-layer Mexican fiesta dip is truly a party in your mouth. It’s healthy, big on ingredients and flavor and so easy to mak...
By: Digestive Health Team | June 22, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Meatless Beet Burgers
Using beets in these meatless burgers gives them a red-meat look without the beef. They also have a chewy texture due to the quino...
By: Staff | January 08, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Scallion Yogurt and Pepitas
Who needs plain old fries when you can eat these! These roasted sweet potatoes are so delicious and satisfying, you may not notice...
By: Sara Quessenberry | November 05, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Loaded, Flavorful Vegetable Rice
Leafy greens, mushrooms, peppers and squash pack this tasty brown rice dish with fiber and nutrients. It’s flavored with sambal, a...
By: Staff | December 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Lighter Lasagna Rolls
Make a hearty batch of lasagna rolls for your family using whole-grain noodles, fat-free ground turkey breast and low-fat mozzarel...
By: Staff | August 19, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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6 High-Fiber Foods That Cost Under $1 Per Serving
Shocking but true: Just 5 percent of Americans meet the recommended goals for fiber, 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men, acco...
By: Karla Walsh | April 09, 2020 | EatingWell
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The Beginner’s Guide to Healthy Meal Prep
If your plan to churn out healthy homemade dinners all week tends to come completely unraveled by Thursday (thank goodness for tha...
By: Staff | May 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese
Want to include mac and cheese at your next party, but want to make it a little fancier (and a little healthier?) Try incorporatin...
By: Staff | January 06, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Falafel With Zesty Yogurt Sauce
Falafel is a Middle Eastern specialty consisting of croquettes or balls that are made of spiced ground chickpeas. Traditionally, i...
By: Staff | July 15, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Rainbow Veggie Pizza With Chickpea-Cauliflower Crust By
What if your guilty pleasure didn’t have to feel so guilty? That’s right, pizza that tastes just as delicious, but without the g...
By: Sara Quessenberry | September 02, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Trying to Lose Weight? Here’s When to Eat
There's more to weight loss than simply watching calories, which is why many diets focus on food quality or macronutrients. While ...
By: Carolyn Williams, PhD, RD | August 14, 2020 | EatingWell
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This Fruit Salad Favorite Is Great for Your Heart
Raspberries are one of the most popular berries in the world. This delicate fruit boasts a sweet-tart flavor and a velvety texture...
By: Andrea Mathis, LD, RDN, MA | January 27, 2021 | EatingWell
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15 Ways to Eat Less Sugar — Without Missing It
A life without any sugar is a life we don't want to live. And thankfully, experts say you don't need to eliminate it from your die...
By: Rachael Moeller Gorman | October 20, 2021 | EatingWell
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Leeks and Fresh Dill Take Cozy Split Pea Soup From Drab to Fab
This soup isn't supposed to excite me, but it does. It's pea soup, after all, typically a metaphor for drab and boring. While it m...
By: Ellie Krieger | January 06, 2021 | Washington Post
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Summer Green Beans
In the middle of a pandemic, what could be better than a book landing on my desk that transported me to a blissful New England Hil...
By: Diane Rossen Worthington | July 20, 2020 | Seriously Simple
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Real Appeal Coach Spotlight: Meet Mara
When she became a Real Appeal® coach three years ago, Mara Ruttger knew she’d found the place for her. A personal trainer with a b...
By: Staff | August 12, 2020 | Real Appeal
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How to Restart Healthy Eating Habits
Midway through cleaning out your car after another on-the-go week, a growing pile of crumpled fast food wrappers reveals a harsh r...
By: Staff | June 08, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Grab-and-Go Foods to Fuel Your Workout
Getting a little tired of your pre- and post-workout snacks? Switch things up with these five nutritious foods. In addition to bei...
By: Joyce Hendley | July 30, 2019 | EatingWell
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7 “Healthy” Foods That Probably Aren’t
Even when you think you’re eating healthy, you may want to think again. There are some foods pretending to be healthier ...
By: Wellness Team | November 20, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Strategies to Help You Stop Emotional Eating
You stand at the freezer, steaming over a fight with your spouse and searching for some ice cream to cool your emotions. You sit o...
By: Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RD, LD | February 17, 2021 | Cleveland Clinic
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Stop Emotional Eating
You stand at the freezer, steaming over a fight with your spouse and searching for some ice cream to cool your emotions. You sit o...
By: Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RD, LD | November 18, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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How to Boost Flavor and Cut Calories When You Cook
Healthy cooking doesn't mean that you have to become a gourmet chef or invest in expensive cookware. You can use basic cooking tec...
By: Staff | April 21, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget
There's a common misconception that eating healthier means you're doomed to spend more money at the grocery store. While there are...
By: Lauren Wicks | April 09, 2020 | EatingWell
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10 Workout "Rules" You Should Be Breaking
Exercise has so many benefits—from reducing stress and boosting your mood to improving your heart health and helping you get...
By: Jessica Ball, M.S., R.D. | September 08, 2021 | EatingWell
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5 Habits to Break If You’re Trying to Lose Weight
Habits are behaviors that the brain has made automatic. We notice a cue (workout clothes), it triggers a behavior (go to the gym) ...
By: Lainey Younkin, MS, LDN, RD | September 17, 2020 | EatingWell
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6 Tips to Lose Weight on a Budget
You don't need to spend a lot of money to hit your weight-loss goals. These inexpensive, and sometimes totally free, expert tips w...
By: Jessica Migala | October 29, 2021 | EatingWell
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The Trick to Cooking Quick and Easy Sheet-Pan Dinners
Sheet-pan suppers. You’ve seen the cookbooks, the blogs, the artfully arranged Instagram snapshots. It can be easy to roll your ey...
By: Becky Krystal | July 18, 2019 | The Washington Post
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Kale Salad With Garlic Confit Vinaigrette
When Chef Dan Kluger touts an ingredient as a game changer, I listen. I've admired his culinary talent for years and have been esp...
By: Ellie Krieger | May 24, 2021 | The Washington Post
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The Best and Worst Carbs for Inflammation
Attention, carb lovers: here's what you should be eating more of to reduce inflammation (plus some things you may want to avoid). ...
By: Carolyn Williams, PhD, RD | September 21, 2020 | EatingWell
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Want to Cut Sugar, Salt, or Fat? Retrain Your Taste Buds
We don’t usually overeat on salmon and broccoli, but many of us find it hard to say no to another slice of pizza or cake. That’s n...
By: Kate Rockwood | August 02, 2018 | Rally Health
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10 Best Healthy Snacks, According to Dietitians
Keep these healthy snacks on hand to boost your nutrient intake and tame afternoon hanger. A walk down the snack aisle can leave ...
By: Sarah Anzlovar, MS, RDN, LDN | June 22, 2021 | EatingWell
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9 Unhealthy Coping Habits That End Up Hurting More Than Helping
Make sure your methods for getting through tough times are actually healthy, not harmful, in the long run. We all find ways to co...
By: Maggie Seaver | December 17, 2020 | Real Simple
