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  • StoryPrecision NutritionJan 22, 2025

    Are seed oils bad for you? Vegetable oil vs. olive oil vs. butter

    Are vegetable and seed oils “toxic”?! From TikTok to bestseller lists, vegetable oils—a.k.a. “seed oils”—are a big topic right now. To be fair, folks have debated the merits of vegetable oils dating back to when they first entered the marketplace. More recently, however, with the advent of the carnivore diet , vegetable oil hate has roared back into the socials. Maybe you’ve come across posts that refer to these coo…

  • StoryLive Science — NutritionAug 5, 2024

    Why do you feel less hungry when it's hot out?

    We know that people in colder environments eat more calories. But why does our hunger abate in the heat?

  • StoryHarvard — The Nutrition SourceJan 2, 2024

    Healthy Living Guide 2023/2024

    A Digest on Healthy Eating and Healthy Living Download the printable Healthy Living Guide (PDF) “The apple in your hand is the body of the cosmos.” – Thich Nhat Hanh Happy New Year, and welcome to the fourth edition of the Healthy Living Guide ! 2023 was an exciting year in the Department of Nutrition, as we celebrated the launch of the Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness in Public Health . Aligned with its name…

  • StoryClean EatingOct 9, 2023

    Why You Should Stop Using Plastic Cutting Boards Right Now

    With each chop, you’re releasing microplastics into your food The post Why You Should Stop Using Plastic Cutting Boards Right Now appeared first on Clean Eating .

  • StoryClean EatingOct 2, 2023

    Support Your Immunity with a Daily Postbiotic

    Show up for all of life’s adventures with a natural defense system that’s supported at the cellular level The post Support Your Immunity with a Daily Postbiotic appeared first on Clean Eating .

  • StoryHarvard — The Nutrition SourceJul 18, 2023

    WHO releases updated guidelines on defining healthy diets

    Harvard experts say most recommendations are well-supported, but guidance on total fat intake omits decades of evidence The World Health Organization (WHO) has released updated guidelines for defining healthy diets , with particular attention to carbohydrates, total fat, and specific types of fat such as saturated and trans fats. The guidelines are an addition to their previous recommendations on added sugars, sodiu…

  • StoryHarvard — The Nutrition SourceJun 6, 2023

    Unpacking WHO guidelines on non-sugar sweeteners

    The World Health Organization (WHO) released a new guideline on non-sugar sweeteners (NSS)—often referred to as artificial or low-calorie sweeteners —that advises against use of NSS to control body weight or reduce the risk of noncommunicable diseases. After conducting a research review, they concluded that replacing sugar sweeteners with NSS did not promote weight loss in the long term in adults and children. Howev…

  • StoryClean EatingMay 30, 2023

    The Farm-to-Table Flavors of Vermont

    From artisanal dairy to maple treats, the Green Mountain State delivers food made with care and local, natural ingredients The post The Farm-to-Table Flavors of Vermont appeared first on Clean Eating .

  • StoryClean EatingMar 30, 2023

    Go Gentler on the Planet With These Grocery Store Swap Outs

    By swapping out bagged potatoes for loose ones, and eggs in cardboard cartons instead of styrofoam, you’ll lighten your environmental footprint. Doing right by the planet can make you happier, healthier, and—yes—wealthier. The post Go Gentler on the Planet With These Grocery Store Swap Outs appeared first on Clean Eating .

  • StoryHarvard — The Nutrition SourceJan 4, 2023

    Healthy Living Guide 2022/2023

    A Digest on Healthy Eating and Healthy Living Download the printable Healthy Living Guide (PDF) Throughout 2022, food and nutrition were often in the spotlight, perhaps most notably with the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. The national strategy that emerged from the event (the first of its kind since the original conference in 1969) aims at ending hunger and increasing healthy eating and phy…

  • RecipeSkinnytasteApr 6, 2026

    Spring Green Goddess Caesar Salad with Chicken You’ll Crave

    This Green Goddess Caesar Salad with rotisserie chicken is fresh, creamy, and herby. Made healthier with Greek yogurt, i...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteApr 3, 2026

    7 Day High Protein Diet Meal Plan

    A free, 7-day high protein diet meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes i...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteMar 31, 2026

    Phyllo Fruit Tart

    This easy phyllo fruit tart has a flaky crust topped with cream cheese frosting, fresh fruit, and a white chocolate driz...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteMar 30, 2026

    These High-Protein Mediterranean Meatball Bowls Are My New Obsession

    These high-protein Mediterranean Meatball Bowls Loaded with Roasted Vegetables are my new obsession. Made with juicy tur...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteMar 27, 2026

    Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (March 30-April 5)

    A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipe...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteMar 26, 2026

    My Favorite Last-Minute Easter Side: Honey Butter Glazed Carrots

    Easy honey butter glazed carrots made on the stovetop—tender, lightly sweet, and perfect for Easter dinner, Thanksgiving...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteMar 25, 2026

    My Go-To Tomato Soup Recipe My Whole Family Loves

    My go-to tomato soup recipe that’s easy to make with canned tomatoes, carrots, celery, garlic, fresh herbs and Parmesan ...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteMar 20, 2026

    7 Day High Protein Diet Meal Plan

    A free, 7-day high protein diet meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes i...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsMay 16, 2021

    Asparagus Soup

    This asparagus soup is practically spring in a bowl! A vibrant blend of asparagus, peas, herbs, and leeks, it’s light, n...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsApr 7, 2026

    Love & Lemons Cooking Club – April!

    Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each mont...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsMar 31, 2024

    Best Egg Salad

    This egg salad recipe is creamy, flavorful, and bright. A perfect quick lunch, it’s easy to make with simple ingredients...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsApr 3, 2026

    15 Fresh Spring Dessert Recipes

    If you’re looking for fresh spring desserts, you’re in the right place! These spring dessert recipes showcase the best f...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsApr 10, 2025

    25 Best Easter Brunch Ideas

    If you’re looking for Easter brunch ideas for your menu this weekend, you’re in the right place! Below, I’ve rounded up ...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsMar 31, 2026

    Lemon Olive Oil Cake

    This lemon olive oil cake recipe is my new favorite spring dessert…and possibly my new favorite dessert, period. It has ...