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There is a good reason why the U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends that you fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
5/14/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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Trying to eat more vegetables, but not thrilled with the taste? You may just need a new way to prepare them.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
4/12/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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With Americans eating an average of 4.2 commercially prepared meals a week, you need to make sure you make the healthiest possible selections.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
3/8/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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The pros and cons of weight-loss surgery are back in the news following the recent release of a Swiss study comparing gastric bypass and gastric banding surgery. Which procedure produces more weight loss? Which is safer?
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James Ku, MD on
2/13/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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We often point the finger at technology for rising rates of obesity—computers, video games, television, and labor-saving devices have made us more sedentary. Now with an increasing number of websites, phone apps, and video games aimed at helping people make healthy changes—technology may be redeeming itself!
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
2/6/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day—especially when it comes to losing weight! This recipe for black bean breakfast burritos is quick, easy, delicious, and a healthy way to start your day.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
1/10/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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When it comes to losing weight, you may feel as though you've heard it all before. You may even feel as though you've tried it all before. Instead of going into the New Year with all the usual tricks for shedding those winter pounds, why not start out with some fresh ideas?
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
1/9/2012 7:00:00 AM | with
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If you have someone on your holiday gift list who is trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle, why not show that person you really care by supporting their efforts with a healthy gift? And if you were thinking fruit basket, think again.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
12/15/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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Leafy, green kale is all the rage among movie stars and foodies, according to Eating Well magazine. I, like perhaps many of you, am not exactly a kale lover, so I set out to learn more and to try a couple of new recipes.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
10/24/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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With a little time and effort invested on the weekend, healthy family meals can be a breeze—even with the busiest of schedules.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
9/15/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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You don't have to look very far to find a healthy lunch. The answer is as close as your own kitchen... because the healthiest lunch is most likely the one you pack for yourself or for your kids.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
8/18/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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The dog days of summer are here, and it's so important for you and your children to stay well-hydrated. What's the best way to quench your thirst? Drink plain water.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
8/1/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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It's no secret that portion sizes of foods have increased over the last 20 or so years. When was the last time your restaurant portion of steak was the size of a deck of cards? The problem is that when we're served a larger portion, we eat more.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
7/5/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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Remember the Food Pyramid? Lots of people found it hard to figure out what they were supposed to eat, so the U.S. Department of Agriculture has just unveiled an easier symbol for healthy eating—the MyPlate icon.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
6/13/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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I bought my first local strawberries of the season a couple of weekends ago—a sure sign of spring. We can pretty much get any fruit or vegetable anytime we want them, but nothing can compare to fresh, homegrown produce.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
5/23/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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Patients usually ask the same questions while they're preparing for weight-loss surgery—what will I eat after my surgery, and how can I maintain a healthy diet while my family gets to eat anything they want?
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Nicole Lefever, MS, RD on
5/2/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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Salads can be a great addition to a healthy diet. Add protein and they can easily be upgraded from side dish to main dish.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
4/11/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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With longer days and warmer weather, spring is a great time to jump start your exercise routine. Why not challenge yourself both physically and mentally this year?
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Ryan Huxta, BS on
3/21/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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You probably know that a steaming bowl of oatmeal is a healthy choice for breakfast. Why not make that old standby something special by adding sweetness, flavor, crunch, and texture?
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
2/28/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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Do your spouse or children turn up their noses at the veggies on their plates? Maybe you don't like them either. But there are ways to include vegetables in your diet that are different and fun.
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Nicole Shaub on
2/7/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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There is no better exercise than walking after bariatric surgery, starting right in the hospital.
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Lindsay Pugliese on
1/17/2011 7:00:00 AM | with
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Less than half the people who start off the new year by making a new year's resolution will keep it. That's why it's important not to set unrealistic goals but ones that set you up for success.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
12/30/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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If you think that snacking is counterproductive to being at a healthy weight, think again. Well-planned, healthy snacks can have many benefits.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
12/6/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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With the holidays just around the corner, you don't need to hibernate to maintain a healthy weight. There are ways to lessen the likelihood that you'll gain a few extra pounds in the coming weeks.
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Janelle Glick, RD on
11/15/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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Chances are, you have already heard the term BMI, but you may not know what it is or why it should matter to you.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
10/28/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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No time to exercise? Remind yourself that every little bit counts. So take a walk around your neighborhood, park the car farther away from the store, and take the steps instead of the elevator.
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Ryan Huxta, BS on
10/8/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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The Food Pyramid is a tool that is used to help people make healthy food choices. The USDA released the most recent version in 2005, based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
9/24/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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When it comes to eating after weight-loss surgery, there is no magic pill, no one easy path. Eating after weight-loss surgery is simply about balancing the basics of proper, healthy eating.
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Kevin Thomas on
9/10/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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During the hazy, hot, and humid days of summer, there’s nothing quite like a cold, refreshing beverage to beat the heat. Iced cold water is often the best choice if you don’t need the calories. But, if you want something that offers a boost of energy and nutrition, whip up a fruit smoothie!
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Jacqui Zimmerman, RD on
8/22/2010 7:00:00 AM | with
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