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Diet series: Mediterranean diet is the gold standard
Editor’s note: We’re inundated with promotions, ads and infomercials for weight loss. They tout the latest-greatest-fastest way to reach your goal but what’s right for you? In this occasional…
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5 diet trends you shouldn’t try
Editor’s note: This article was updated to reflect the importance of medical supervision for some weight loss programs. We all have that friend who jumps on the latest diet…
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Soda or water? Research shows artificial sweeteners aren’t so good for you
You’re thirsty. You reach for that mid-morning diet soda. You’re feeling pretty good about it since it’s a diet beverage and you’re not taking in all the sugar of…
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Diet series: Is the DASH eating plan right for you?
Editor’s note: We’re inundated with promotions, ads and infomercials for weight loss. They tout the latest-greatest-fastest way to reach your goal but what’s right for you? In this occasional…
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Clean eating: How to begin a whole foods diet
A whole food diet consists of foods like brown rice, broccoli, strawberries and kidney beans. Changing your nutrition can be challenging, but when you are eating whole foods, you…
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Stay on schedule with your diet: 3 things to know
You’ve heard the expression, “you are what you eat.” Is it also possible you are when you eat? Paula McIntyre, a registered dietitian with Marshfield Clinic, said that may…
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Get fit for summer: Dietitian-approved nutrition tips
Summer is around the corner and you may be thinking about getting in better shape for the beach, pool or an upcoming vacation. For many people, that means changing…
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Pregnancy diet do’s and don’ts
Expectant mothers should be aware of foods they shouldn’t eat, but knowing what to include in a pregnancy diet is equally important. Paula McIntyre, a Marshfield Clinic registered dietitian,…
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Be better than regular with fiber
Fiber does more than just keep you regular. In fact, it may have a dramatic positive effect on your health. Fiber may help you lower LDL cholesterol, feel full…