All Entries For nutrition
Get Your Facts Up Front
A new voluntary front-of-package nutrition labeling system is coming to a store shelf near you. Learn how to use this new tool to help you make nutrient wise choices.
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The Weight Loss Key You May Be Missing
Find yourself winded, tired, and unable to tackle your workouts? Having trouble making the scale move in the right direction? Find out if you are missing a key to your success.
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Should I Have a V8 Fusion Energy Drink?
You want to meet your daily fruit and vegetable needs and you need energy to get through the day. Is this new drink the answer to both?
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National Food Icon Takes a New Shape
It is now official and out with the triangle and in with the circle. Here is an inside look at the new national food icon to help you make healthier food choices.
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Important Takeaways from Consumer Reports New Diet Ratings
Although they have been rating diets since 2005, previous reviews didn't spark questions like this year. Learn who came out on top and tips to decide what plan is right for you.
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Are You Getting The Most From Your Calcium Supplement?
Following a few simple recommendations can ensure your body receives full benefit from the calcium supplement you take.
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5 Tips to Eat Right with Color
National Nutrition Month encourages everyone to add color and nutrients to meals. Here are some tips that can help.
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Another Reason to Avoid Trans Fat: Depression
Did you know that trans fats not only increase your risk of heart disease, but they can also affect you mentally? New research shows that trans fats can actually make you sad.
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Eggs: Now More Incredible Than Ever
Research has found that eggs are more nutritious than previously thought!
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School Cupcake Ban: Good Idea or Too Extreme?
A school district in Michigan has recently put a ban on food as part of school celebrations. It might sound extreme to some, but I think it's a great idea.
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High Potassium Foods for a Healthy Balance
On average, U.S. potassium intake is well below recommended levels. Learn why increasing your intake can help maintain healthy blood pressure, muscle and bone mineral balance.
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How Does the NuVal Food Scoring System Work?
This nutrition scoring system is showing up on more and more store shelf tags. Learn how to use the scores to make nutrient rich and dollar wise choices.
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Is a New Health Commitment Group a Positive Collaboration?
A new initiative has a focus on reducing obesity, especially childhood obesity by 2015. How will this new initiative influence your family?
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Iron Foods Can Energize Your Body
Learn more about this important and essential nutrient. Find out if your diet contains enough to keep you going.
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