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You’ve probably heard that yogurt is good for you, but did you know it’s because of the bacteria? Fermented foods — like yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi and kefir — contain bacteria that helps support a…

Sometimes, when life gets hectic, people skip lunch. Or breakfast. Busy days can make it easy to unintentionally skip a meal or two. But deliberately skipping meals is also part of a growing trend…

Friends and loved ones may be quick to offer suggestions about what (and what not) to eat for people going through cancer treatment. But for patients going through active treatment, those well-meaning…

If you’re tired, anxious, dealing with acid reflux, or feeling constantly stressed, your gut may be trying to tell you something. Gut health isn’t isolated—it’s deeply connected to your entire body…

Inflammation is the body’s way of fighting against injury or infection. But when it lingers or flares up in areas where it’s not needed, inflammation can be a problem. Chronic inflammation plays a…

Looking for quick, easy, healthy dinner recipes? So often, we build our meals around the meat and starch, not the veggies. To make your meals healthier, increase fruits and vegetables to half of your…

Are all sugars created equal? In this Q&A, Erika Hutz, DO, an internal medicine physician with Endeavor Health, tackles the often-confusing topic of added sugars, specifically cane sugar and corn…

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and, of course, a delicious feast. But if you're living with diabetes, navigating the holiday can sometimes feel like a challenge. The good news is, you don…

From school lunch trays to office breakrooms, ultra-processed foods are everywhere — and Americans are eating them in startling amounts. A study of processed food consumption by youth and adults found…

With fall and cooler temperatures around the corner, many of us turn the heat up in the kitchen and focus on heartier, comfort food. For people going through cancer treatment, good nutrition is vital…

Grocery shopping these days is no easy task, especially when you are faced with a decision in every aisle. The cereal aisle alone is packed with dozens of choices. Complicating your shopping…

Milk choices used to be basic: Whole, low-fat or skim. Now milk goes way beyond cows. How do you choose which milk to drink, and what would a nutrition expert recommend? Soy, cow, almond, coconut or…