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Food Security and Sustainability

Food Insecurity and Health

Malnutrition can be an unintended consequence of food insecurity and it can attribute to many health conditions and chronic diseases.
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Cookie Rookie Pledge

As delicious as it might look, eating raw cookie dough could make you very sick. When handling raw cookie dough, keep these safety tips in mind.
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What Makes a Healthful Drink of Water?

While turning on the tap for a cool drink of water is the ultimate convenience, water also is sold in glass and plastic bottles, as well as cans and boxes. Why are there so many types of bottled water? Which is the healthiest? And if tap water is best and least expensive, are the rest just a waste of money? Find out!


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8 Tips for Allergy-Free Holidays

While common food allergens lurk in many traditional dishes served at Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa, a little preparation and planning can help keep your family safe during the holiday season.
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4 Fall Foods for Your Family

Summer's bounty of tomatoes and peaches may be over, but fall has its own advantages such as these delicious fall foods. Learn some simple, kid-friendly ways to add them to your family's meals.
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Teen Nutrition for Fall Sports

Fall is a great season for stop-and-go sports. Here are four key nutrition tips to keep your teen athlete nutritionally balanced, energized and ready to play.
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How an RDN Can Help with Diabetes

Maintaining a healthy blood sugar level is essential to managing diabetes, and choosing nutritious foods and monitoring portion sizes help keep blood sugar levels as stable as possible. If you have diabetes, a registered dietitian nutritionist can help manage the disease while ensuring you get the nutrients you need.
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All About Cauliflower

While cauliflower has been eaten since at least the 1500s, it has recently become one of the most popular vegetables consumed, thanks to its generally tasteless flavor, versatility as an ingredient in prepared foods and gluten-free nature.
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9 Fall Produce Picks to Add to Your Plate

The sun is setting sooner, the nights are getting cooler and wool socks are starting to sound like a cozy idea. This is the perfect time to celebrate the seasonal gems of autumn! Head to your local market and fill your basket with these fall produce picks.
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Thyroid Health 101: Understanding Diseases, Risk Factors and Nutrition

Keep your thyroid healthy by eating a variety of foods that include nutrients the thyroid needs to function. Discuss thyroid health at your annual physical exam and ask your physician if testing its function is needed. 
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Set Smart Lifestyle Goals with the Help of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Registered dietitian nutritionists are committed to helping people enjoy healthy lives through food and nutrition. Here are a few ways, plus how to find an RDN in your area.
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What a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Can Do for You

When you need food and nutrition information based on evidence or want to know how a healthy diet can improve your health and help fight disease — rely on qualified professionals in the field of nutrition and dietetics!
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Family Exercise Ideas for Every Season

The key to an active family is finding fun things to do in every season. Aim for a goal of 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for kids of moderate activity daily — no matter the weather!
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What Is the Low-FODMAP Diet

Originally developed to help manage the symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome, the low-FODMAP diet may not be appropriate for everyone. Learn more about this eating style.
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Have a Fun and Healthful Birthday Party

It's your child's birthday! Follow these tips to provide a fun and delicious party spread that also is healthful.
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Looking for credible nutrition information and recommendations? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' network of credentialed food and nutrition practitioners are ready to help!

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