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After 50: Nutritional Needs
Nutritional needs change as we age. After age 50, choose food and drinks wisely for your gender, health, and activity…
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Antioxidants: What You Need to Know
Antioxidants help prevent free radicals from damaging your cells. They are found in a lot of fruits and vegetables, as…
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Calcium: What You Need to Know
Calcium is an important nutrient for your body. It strengthens your bones and muscles. You can get calcium through food…
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) | Chronic Kidney Disease and Nutrition
Following a special diet can reduce the stress on your kidneys and slow the progression of chronic kidney disease.
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Diabetes and Nutrition
Learn how to eat right when you have diabetes.
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Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know
Dietary supplements include vitamins, herbs, and other products that can improve your health or wellness. Learn about the types, benefits,…
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Fiber: How to Increase the Amount in Your Diet
Adding more fiber to your diet can provide a range of health benefits. Learn how much fiber you need and…
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Food Habits Survey
Do you have healthy food habits? Are you eating and drinking what you should be? Take this survey to find…
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Glycemic Index and Your Diet
The glycemic index measures how quickly carbohydrates in a food make your blood sugar rise. It is a tool you…
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Hydration: Why It’s So Important
Staying hydrated is important to your overall, good health. It helps maintain your temperature, remove waste from your body, and…
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Nutrient Shortfall Questionnaire
Many people don’t get enough nutrients. Complete this questionnaire to assess your risk for common nutrient shortfalls.
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Nutrition Tips for Kids
Diet and nutrition help our children live a healthy life and avoid chronic diseases. Use these tips to help your…
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Nutrition: Determine Your Calorie Needs
Identify your daily calorie needs based on age, gender, and activity level, according to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for…
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Nutrition: How to Read a Nutrition Facts Label
The nutrition facts label tells you what’s in the food you’re eating. Learn how to read and understand the label…
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Nutritional Needs for Kids with Cancer
Good nutrition is especially important for children who have cancer. Eating well can help these children keep up their strength…
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Preventing Malnutrition in Older Adults
Good nutrition is especially important as we age. Malnutrition can cause or increase the effects of a number of health…
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Probiotics
Probiotics are live microorganisms (bacteria and yeasts) found in your intestines. Similar probiotics are available in some foods and dietary…
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Trans Fats (Bad Fats)
Trans fats are an unhealthy type of fatty acid. Learn what foods to avoid, what foods to eat, and how…
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Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is an important nutrient. It maintains your nervous system. Learn how much you need to stay healthy.
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D is an important nutrient for bone and teeth health. People of all ages need adequate vitamin D. It…