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Nutrition/Healthy Eating Articles

Looking for information on nutrition and healty eating? Gain instant access to current nutrition articles from IDEA's award-winning publications.

Fishing for Better Heart Health?

by Diane Lofshult
Eating fish on a regular basis can substantially lower levels of inflammation associated with heart disease risk, according to a study that appeared in the July 5 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The study also found that even small, lean varieties of fish can have a health benefit. This is significant because previous studies have found ...
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Zinc Fuels Men's Workouts

by Diane Lofshult
Ironman® wannabes, take note: Zinc may provide a winning edge when it comes to achieving your optimal physical performance. According to a study published i...
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Plastic Packaging Warning for Women

by Diane Lofshult
Researchers attending the 96th Annual Meeting of t...
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The Colorful Carrot

by Diane Lofshult
Did you know that carrots come in a rainbow of colors beyond the lowly orange commonly seen in grocery stores? In fact, up until the Middle Ages, carrots were available only in red, black, yellow, white and purple! First introduced by the Dutch, the orange variety was recently retooled when scientists created a new powerhouse packed with orange pigments that delivers 75% more beta caroten...
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Getting Personal With MyPyramid

by Natalie Digate Muth, MD, MPH, RD
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Mouthwatering Meatless Manicotti

Looking for an alternative to those endless tuna casseroles? Try this cheese and spinach Italian staple that features uncooked pasta and low-fat dairy products, reducing both the prep time and the calories. To round out the meal, serve with a colorful green salad and some crusty whole-wheat bread. 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
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Targeting Kids on the Go

by Diane Lofshult
In a brilliant bit of marketing, produce manufacturers are now offering a veritable cornucopia of healthy convenience products for today’s busy kids (and even busier parents). At a recent trade show in Chicago, several companies unveiled their new “fun” packs filled with freshly sliced fruits and veggies and carefully designed to appeal to children. Be...
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To Wash or Not Wash Poultry?

by Diane Lofshult
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Hyponatremia: The Other Side of the Hydration Story

by Natalie Digate Muth, MD, MPH, RD
By Natalie Digate Muth, MPH, RD CEC APPROVED HYPONATREMIA: THE OTHER SIDE OF THE HYDRATION STORY Should you drink as much as you can tolerate when exercising? Or is this time-honored advice all wet? H YPERCONSCIOUS OF THE DETRIMENTAL health and performance effects of dehydration, health and fitness experts have long warned recreational exercise enthusiasts and athletes alike to hydrate contin...
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Top 10 Global Food Trends

Here is a peek at some major worldwide food trends that recently caught the editors’ attention at Food Technology magazine: 1. The Quick Fix. Fewer side dishes and less time spent preparing meals are just two more signs that fast food rules—even at home! 2. Drive and Go. Takeout service is increasing, especially at upscale, full-service res...
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