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Get Fit by Gardening
WebMD
Trying your hand at gardening may be a best-kept secret to getting and staying in shape.
Consider gardening during this time of Social distancing!
centremoves.org
As many of us practice social distancing and self-isolation, you may be looking for productive and positive was to use your time and maintain a sense of normalcy. Considering joining the gardening movement; it's a great way to pass the time. Gardening can save you money and reduce your reliance on grocery stores.
Sea Salt vs. Table Salt
American Heart Association
Sea salt has boomed in popularity in restaurants and supermarket aisles. Some chefs prefer it over table salt for its coarse, crunchy texture and stronger flavor.
5 Easy Ways to Find Healthier Options at the Grocery Store
American Heart Association
Want to make smart food choices but confused by all the health claims, messages and logos on foods? Use these tips to avoid the brain strain.
Eating Seasonally and Locally in the Winter
Lynn James, MS, RDN, LDN
Knowing the availability, varieties and culinary uses of winter vegetables and fruit makes it easier to purchase locally and helps support the local economy, our health and the planet.
Plant-based Diet
Amber E. Denmon, MS, RDN, LDN
A plant-based diet consists of mainly whole, plant-based foods like whole grains, legumes (beans, peas, lentils), vegetables, fruits, seeds, and nuts.
Intuitive Eating: Hungry for Internal Awareness
Greta Mellinger
Discover the 10 principles of intuitive eating and the health benefits associated with this weight-neutral approach to health.
Fat Facts, The Right Amount For A Healthy Diet
Anna Schweichler, MS, RD, LDN
This fact sheet tells you what you need to know about saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats, including food sources, recommended daily intake, dietary changes.
Ensuring Bone Health for Men
Taylor Wolfram, MS, RDN, LDN
Strong bones are just as important for men as women. Your body needs calcium, vitamin D, other important nutrients and regular weight-bearing physical activity to make and keep bones strong and hard.
Cooking with Kids; a Gift for All
Jennifer Onopa, MS, RDN LDN
Cooking with your children can be a useful tool to teach them about healthy eating and important life skills while spending quality time as a family.
Raise Healthy Eaters in the New Year
Dayle Hayes, MS, RD
Ring in a healthy new year by teaching kids the importance of food, nutrition and eating skills: food to fuel busy, successful lives; nutrition to nourish strong bodies and smart brains; and eating skills to enjoy the social aspect of meals with family and friends.
Meal Planning: Benefits & How To's of Family Dinners
American Heart Association
These days, we eat more food away from home compared to generations before us, which is unfortunate because there are many benefits of family mealtime.
5 Reasons to Eat More Color
American Heart Association
Turns out mom was right. We need to eat our fruits and vegetables. But why are these colorful, nutritious and delicious foods so important?
How TV Can Influence What Your Child Eats
Sarah Klemm, RDN, CD, LDN
TV time can take a toll on your child's nutrition. Why? Many kids spend a fair amount of time in front of the television and research shows they are easily swayed to choose the foods they see advertised.
Building a Healthy Vegetarian Meal Myths and Facts
Alexandra Caspero, MA, RD
Vegetarian meals are gaining in popularity — even among regular meat-eaters. As more and more individuals reduce their meat intake, one essential question remains: Are vegetarian and vegan diets healthy?
Make 2020 the Year of Less Sugar
Tara Parker-Pope
One of the best things you can do for your health is to cut back on foods with added sugar. Our 7-Day Sugar Challenge will show you how.
Snacks can Provide Healthy Nutritional Benefits
Mandel Smith, MS, RD, LDN
Snacks are often viewed negatively because they can provide extra calories to a diet. However, when planned correctly, snacks can have positive nutritional benefits.
Make a Healthy Meal Bowl
Mandel Smith, MS, RD, LDN
Meal bowls, power bowls, grain bowls are descriptions of a complete meal in a bowl. This easy meal option is becoming popular. Learn to make a healthy version at home with foods on hand.
The Health Benefits of Tea
Barbara Gordon, RDN, LD
Nearly half the US population enjoys a tea beverage every day. The most common types of caffeinated teas are black, green and oolong and the popularity of each type varies geographically.
Changing Your Habits for Better Health
NIDDKD
Old habits die hard. Changing your habits is a process that involves several stages. Sometimes it takes a while before changes become new habits. And, you may face roadblocks along the way.
How to Eat Healthy without “Dieting”
American Heart Association
Eating healthy can be easy, affordable and delicious. It’s all about making smart choices to build an overall healthy dietary pattern.
25 Simple Tips to Make Your Diet Healthier
Adda Bjarnadottir, MS, LN
A healthy diet has been scientifically proven to provide numerous health benefits, such as reducing your risk of several chronic diseases and keeping your body healthy. However, making major changes to your diet can sometimes seem very overwhelming.
The DASH Eating Plan as Part of a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
Nancy Routch, RD, LDN
This fact sheet discusses the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan—a flexible, heart-healthy way to help you reduce your blood pressure and risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
How Healthy is the Keto Diet?
Cynthia Javor
The Keto diet limits many of the important foods like carbohydrates, that the body needs to maintain the important balance of nutrients. While you may lose weight, at what cost is it to your health?