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April 28, 2023

Four heart-healthy diet tips to add flavor to your food

Tips for adding great flavor to foods while avoiding saturated fat and sodium.

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Weight loss is a balancing act. Sustained, healthy weight loss simply boils down to making the right calorie connections.

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4 ways to eat to beat stress

It's easy to eat the wrong foods when stressed out. How to stress-proof your diet.

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Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables make healthy eating easier

What to know about frozen and canned foods to make the healthiest choices.

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Proper nutrition for running: Keep it simple

Just getting started in running? Read this expert advice on proper nutrition.

Treating celiac disease: what to know

Learn about treatment and follow-up after diagnosis for this autoimmune disorder.

Testing and diagnosis for celiac disease

Diagnosis for this autoimmune disorder requires a two-step process.

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10 foods you should be eating to stay hydrated

Worried you don’t drink enough water? Look to your meals to help you stay hydrated.

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Gluten intolerance or celiac disease: How to know the difference

Gluten-free is not a weight-loss solution. Here's what it treats and how.

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