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The Scariest Thing About October
Want to hear some really scary facts before Halloween? Every three minutes in the United States, another person is diagnosed with breast cancer Every 13 minutes, a woman loses her [...]
Do's and Don'ts of Dietary Supplements
As a sports dietitian, I'm always getting asked about dietary supplements. Questions like "are they necessary?" and "'which ones are safe?" are frequently thrown around in my office. Unlike food, [...]
Symptoms and Treatment of Stress Fractures
The common image of a bone fracture is of a single traumatic event that causes the injury. However, this is not always the case. Stress fractures can occur over time [...]
Superfood Series A-Z: Hummus, Honey, Hemp Seed
Hummus This Middle Eastern staple is healthy and tasty enough to add to your daily fuel plan. Consisting of chickpeas, tahini (a sesame seed paste), olive oil, garlic and lemon [...]
10 Nutrition Upgrades You Can Make This Summer
Take advantage of your schedule change this summer by making a commitment to healthier eating. Even small dietary changes over the summer can provide huge benefits. Start off gradually. You'll [...]
Cool Foods and Beverages for the Summer Athlete
During the hot summer months, athletes want cold snacks and beverages after workouts and training sessions. Having portable, healthy snacks and drinks prepared in advance will help you stay properly [...]
Is Chocolate Milk the Best Post-Workout Drink?
Athletes can choose from dozens of post-workout drink options. So many choices can make it difficult to decide which one is best for building muscle and enhancing recovery. Sports nutritionists [...]
Top 5 Fruits and Vegetables to Eat This Spring
Want to add more flavor to your diet? Eat seasonal fruits and vegetables. In-season foods are picked at their peak, which means they taste great, are full of nutrients and [...]
Superfood Series A-Z: Edamame
For our A-Z Superfood series, what immediately comes to mind for the letter E? Probably eggs! But if you’ve already had your fill of eggs for the day or crave [...]
Superfood Series A-Z: Dates
Eating fresh fruit is generally recommended over munching on dried fruit. A cup of dried fruit contains less water and more sugar than a cup of fresh fruit. However, dried [...]