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A spread of colorful fruits and vegetables, such as peppers, berries, avocado, nuts and kiwi.
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What is a superfood?

September 28, 2023 balanced diet,  Nutrition,  superfood

A healthy, balanced diet is achieved by consuming nutrient-dense foods, including superfoods. But eating superfoods alone will not complete your healthy diet. A Baylor College

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Maintaining nutrition while on vacation

June 29, 2023 Nutrition,  relaxation,  vacation

“It’s still important to fuel your body and eat balanced and nutritiously, but it’s not a time to restrict or diet,” Ford said.

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Snack me out to the ball game

May 1, 2023 baseball,  Food,  Nutrition,  workout

Maurice Puyau breaks down the calories and the amount of exercise needed to work off from some ballpark favorites.

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Fried chicken tenders and potato wedges in serving cups along with a yellow sauce.
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The truth about fried food

April 25, 2023 fried food,  Nutrition

“The method of frying is important, but so is the food you are frying,” said Dr. Luis Rustveld.

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Fish facts

March 16, 2023 fish,  Gastroenterology and Hepatology,  Nutrition

Dietitian Courtney Ford at Baylor College of Medicine provides the pros – and some potential cons – of adding fish into your diet.

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Snacks on a table. Items include chips and queso, fried items and more.
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Ready, Set, Snack: easy food swaps for the big game

February 10, 2023 Courtney Cary,  food swap,  Nutrition,  Super Bowl

Balancing your game-day grub with healthy options doesn’t have to be a losing call. Senior registered dietitian Courtney Cary shares snacking tips and what to include on your plate.

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Savor brunch nutritiously

January 26, 2023 brunch,  Department of Family and Community Medicine,  Nutrition

Registered dietitian Luis Rustveld has advice on enjoying delicious brunch without adding unnecessary calories.

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A child in a white dress holds a tool in a large garden.
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Gardening with kids: promoting healthy eating and responsibility

August 23, 2022 Dietitian,  gardening,  Nutrition

Dietitian Alicia Beltran details the importance of gardening with kids to teach them responsibility and nutrition.

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Don’t get into a tizzy if your water is fizzy

August 8, 2022 carbonated water,  hydration,  Nutrition,  Nutrition and Wellness,  water

We all know that water fuels the body but what about carbonated water? Is it a good alternative for people who don’t like plain water? Does it have the same effects as regular H2O? Erika Zoellner, registered dietitian at Baylor College of Medicine, answers these questions and more!

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Save or splurge: nutrition

May 12, 2022 Gastroenterology and Hepatology,  Nutrition,  organic

Dietitian Courtney Cary outlines how to not be fooled by labels when you choose nutritious products at the grocery store.

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