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Mediterranean Cuisine: The Fountain of Youth on a Plate

Most people agree that Mediterranean meals taste great. And nutritionists consistently claim that following a Mediterranean-style diet – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and a daily glass of red – promotes longevity. Most people agree that Mediterranean meals taste great. And nutritionists consistently claim that following a Mediterranean-style diet – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish …

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Are veggie burgers better for you?

Ask the Dietitians / By Danielle Gaffen

Veggie burgers are a great choice for vegetarians and those looking to lower their saturated fat intake. Veggie burgers come in many varieties; some are packed with soy proteins or cheese, while others contain actual veggies and whole grains, like brown rice and quinoa. Be careful, though, as sometimes restaurants deep fry their veggie burgers …

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What’s the Best Diet for Weight Loss?

Ask the Dietitians / By Danielle Gaffen

It sounds like you’ve picked a popular health goal: to lose weight. Resolving to do it is the easy part; reaching your goals may be a little harder, especially when it comes to deciding on the best diet for weight loss AND your lifestyle. That’s right. A personalized approach that works with your life is …

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Erik’s Delicafé: Soups, Sandwiches and Salads for your Healthy Diet

Restaurant Reviews / By Gabe Clow

Dietitian menu choices at Erik’s Delicafe You know you have one. That go-to deli that serves sandwiches just the way you like them, soups that remind you of home and plenty of choices for your personal diet, whatever you happen to be craving. That’s Erik’s Delicafé. It’s hard to go wrong with Erik Delicafe’s made-from-scratch soups, …

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Dining Out at Denny’s

Restaurant Reviews / By Gabe Clow

Tasty and healthy options 24/7 – what more could you ask for? Neither my husband nor I work a normal 9-5, so finding healthy dine-out options can be challenging at odd hours. On our visit to Denny’s, we were greeted by a friendly staff making us feel at home, and the coffee came quickly! Denny’s now has tablets …

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Which Foods Can Help Me Manage My Cholesterol?

Taste of Health / By Danielle Gaffen

If you’re managing your cholesterol levels, chances are you may worry about eating out at restaurants. The good news is that restaurants and many of their tempting menu choices can actually HELP you manage your cholesterol levels. It’s all about making the best choices for your health goals whether that’s managing cholesterol, lowering blood pressure or weight …

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Au Bon Pain Healthy Dining Choices

Restaurant Reviews / By Gabe Clow

Au Bon Pain is proud of its commitment to fresh ingredients, flavorful menu items and nutritious options for guests – breakfast, lunch and dinner. Next time you want more than just a quick meal for you and your family, stop by Au Bon Pain for one of these dietitian picks. Au Bon Pain is more …

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Gold’s Gym Golden Plate Awards Announced by Chef Robert Irvine

Taste of Health / By Danielle Gaffen

By Rachael Derr, RD Gold’s Gym, an authority on health and fitness, has just announced the winners of the “Golden Plate Awards.” The Golden Plate Awards recognize the top ten restaurants that offer healthy and delicious meals to their customers, making dining out a realistic part of their diet and fitness goals. Who better to …

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Mangia! It’s Pasta Month

Healthy Weight Loss / By Gabe Clow

October is pasta month – a great time to celebrate this versatile and tasty food. By Kristen Castillo Did you know? Every year Americans eat six billion pounds of pasta! October is pasta month – a great time to celebrate this versatile and tasty food. Whether you love spaghetti, rotini, orzo or any other macaroni variety, there’s …

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What is the best way to eat an artichoke?

Ask the Dietitians / By Danielle Gaffen

This crazy looking vegetable can be daunting for first time indulgers, but it is well worth the effort. The artichoke is actually the unopened bud of a type of thistle plant. One medium size artichoke contains significant amounts of fiber, vitamin C, and folate. Whole, steamed artichokes are meant to be eaten slowly, lingering over …

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