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3 Foods Anti-Inflammatory Gut Health Dietitian Eats Weekly

3 Foods Anti-Inflammatory Gut Health Dietitian Eats Weekly

Chronic inflammation is linked to a range of illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes, and dementia — and our diet can help keep it at bay. But “there is no single anti-inflammatory diet,” Amy Buckley, a registered dietitian who specializes in gut health and inflammatory conditions such as IBD, told Business Insider. Instead, it’s better to focus on some basic principles, …

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Should you be taking a magnesium supplement? I asked a dietitian

Should you be taking a magnesium supplement? I asked a dietitian

Around 50% of Americans aren’t consuming enough magnesium, and that’s of concern when you learn the role magnesium plays. “Magnesium is essential for over 300 reactions in the body, from supporting muscle and nerve function to keeping your bones strong and your heart rhythm steady,” says Josie Porter, senior dietitian for Simple App. “It also helps turn the food you …

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Why bananas are the ‘perfect pre-workout snack,’ according to a dietitian

Why bananas are the ‘perfect pre-workout snack,’ according to a dietitian

This story is bananas. B-A-N-A-N-A-S. Gwen Stefani references aside, it’s time to talk about bananas: a versatile fruit with numerous health benefits. Add them to cereal or oatmeal, peanut butter toast, smoothies or enjoy on their own. And the fact that they come pre-packaged (thank you, banana peel!) also makes them a convenient grab-and-go source of nutrients. Registered dietitian Jamie …

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The #1 Tip for Fighting Inflammation, According to a Dietitian

The #1 Tip for Fighting Inflammation, According to a Dietitian

Colorful plant foods—like scarlet beets and inky purple blackberries—contain phytonutrients that help protect us from disease by fighting inflammation, heart disease, certain gastrointestinal diseases, and many other chronic conditions. The problem, however, is that most of us are not getting enough of those healthy plant foods in our diets. In 2014, I wrote a book called Eating in Color, in …

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The Best High-Protein, High-Fiber Breakfast, According to a Dietitian

The Best High-Protein, High-Fiber Breakfast, According to a Dietitian

A filling breakfast with protein, fats and fiber helped reduce my constant snacking urges. Eggs and avocado offer lasting energy and brain-boosting nutrients to start the day strong. A 15-minute cheesy egg quesadilla became my go-to meal for staying full and focused all morning. I love snack time! I love it so much that I found myself caught in a …

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Eat Most of Your Calories Before This Time of Day, Dietitian Says

Eat Most of Your Calories Before This Time of Day, Dietitian Says

Meal timing is highly individual. Some people can’t start their day without a big breakfast first thing while others prefer to eat the most food at dinnertime. Typically, most people split their daily calorie intake up between three meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner (plus some snacks). Does it matter which meal is the most caloric? Should you eat most of your …

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7-Day High Cholesterol Diet Plan, Created by a Dietitian

7-Day High Cholesterol Diet Plan, Created by a Dietitian

Meal Plan at a Glance Breakfast/ A.M. Snack Lunch/ P.M. Snack Dinner Smoothie/ Chia pudding Grain bowl/ Avocado toast Salmon rice bowl Overnight oats/ Chia pudding Bean salad/ Avocado toast Chicken parmesan casserole Overnight oats/ Apple & nut butter Bean salad/ Yogurt parfait Shrimp & orzo salad Overnight oats/ Apple & nut butter Bean salad/ Yogurt parfait Black bean tacos …

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