Nutrition

chobani nut butter greek yogurt

These nut butter-filled Greek yogurts pack an extra protein punch

For those with IBS, special diet can make a big difference

Cashew Nuts 07122019

Selecting groceries ahead of time helps some shoppers make healthier choices

Supermarket Shopper 07102019

Enjoy tempting summer foods without the guilt

Healthy Fudge Emily Rubin 06262019

Children's Health

Obesity rates falling among preschool age children

Childhood obesity rates are falling, CDC study finds

Sen. Pat Toomey introduces legislation to put whole milk back in school lunches

Pat Toomey milk act pennsylvania

A helpful tip for protecting personal information in health apps

protecting health data

What’s the best type of milk for gut health?

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This new better-for-you cereal comes in all of the classic flavors

magic spoon healthy cereal

Low whole grain, dairy consumption may increase cancer risk

Whole Grain Bread

Pizza is healthier to eat for breakfast than cereal, nutritionist says

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This nonprofit graded the nutritional value of Philly public school menus

Healthy School Lunch 05152019

Drinking six cups of coffee a day can seriously damage your health, study finds

coffee drinking limits

Pili nuts are a nutrient-rich and low-carb snack option

pili nut health benefits

Are eggs healthy? New study warns against eating too many

Eggs Heart Disease Cholesterol

Petition asks FDA to regulate misleading advertising on food packaging

misleading food packaging petition

The keys to getting in shape for women in their 30s and 40s

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Millennials' trendy diets causing zinc deficiencies, in some cases

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Golden berries are the 'superfood' you didn't know you needed in your kitchen

golden berries superfood flickr

Navigating the 'nutrition' specialties, and why you may be looking for a registered dietitian

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Everything you wanted to know about the 'steel furnace letter' but were afraid to ask

27th and Girard Furnace Party

FYI, drinking too much coffee may cause magnesium deficiency

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Are these popular diets (keto, paleo, etc.) keeping your gut healthy?

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Chris Hemsworth to launch health and fitness app

chris hemsworth usa today

Let them eat more fat? Researcher argues that a balance of types of fat is the key

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This is how many french fries you should be eating in one sitting

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Nutrition Fact labels get a makeover — here's what they look like now

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