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Into ironmaxxing?

Find out what foods are a good source of iron from registered dietitian nutritionist Caroline Kaufman!

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Iron Deficiency
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency and the leading cause of anemia in the U.S. Learn the best ways to add iron, including vegetarian sources, to your diet.
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November 19, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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🥜 How about baking some nourishing peanut butter cookies in honor of #NationalPeanutButterMonth?

🍪 Sweetened with dates and chocolate chips, these cookies are simple to make and delicious! 😋

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Date Cookies Recipe
This simple cookie recipe is made with ingredients you might already have in your pantry. And, with no raw eggs, you can even lick the bowl!
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November 19, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Not a protein powder person? 😒

💡 Registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokesperson Grace Derocha has a different high-protein ingredient for you to try instead!

Can you guess what it is? 👇

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If You Hate Protein Powder, Add This 1 Ingredient to Smoothies Instead, Dietitian Says
In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a dietitian reveals the non-dairy, plant-based and nearly tasteless ingredient that turns your smoothie into a high-protein snack.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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🍞 Has your child been diagnosed with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity?

🎗️ During Gluten-Free Diet Awareness Month, learn about circumstances when children needs to follow a gluten-free diet from registered dietitian nutritionist Sarah Klemm.

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Does My Child Need a Gluten Free Diet?
Gluten is a protein found in certain grains like wheat, barley and rye and is harmless for most children, with the exception of those with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Epilepsy is a complex condition, so it’s important to consider a holistic approach to management, including nutrition.

During National Epilepsy Awareness Month, discover how an RDN can help in this article by Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO.

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Understanding Epilepsy: A Nutritional Approach
The fourth most common type of neurological disorder worldwide, epilepsy is a brain disorder that can cause unprovoked, recurring seizures. Some types of epilepsy do not respond well to medications. B...
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November 17, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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🍂 Upgrade your Thanksgiving sides with a twist on traditional mashed potatoes!

🥔 This creamy cauliflower pinto mashed potato recipe is packed with flavor and extra nutrition—perfect for the holiday table.

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Creamy Cauliflower Pinto Mashed Potatoes Recipe
With minimal effort, pinto beans and cauliflower come together to add extra nutrition to mashed potatoes.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Pumpkin pie overnight oats? 🤩 Sign us up! 🙌

🎃 Get some delicious recipes for supporting your immune system from registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social
spokesperson Jamie Mok!

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Jamie Mok shares healthy recipes to boost your immune system
Registered dietitian Jamie Mok joined us to share recipes that boost your immune system and fuel your body with the season's best superfoods to keep you healthy. Jamie is a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the founder of Yogin...
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November 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Do you have diabetes?

On #WorldDiabetesDay, find out how a registered dietitian nutritionist can help you manage the condition while getting the nutrients you need.

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How an RDN Can Help with Diabetes
If you have diabetes, a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) can help manage you manage your condition while ensuring you get the nutrients you need.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Changing eating habits can be the most challenging aspect of diabetes self-management.

In honor of #NationalDiabetesMonth, learn more about maintaining healthy blood sugar levels, and how a registered dietitian nutritionist can help.

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Healthful Eating with Diabetes
Managing diabetes means maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Along with proper medication and physical activity, it also requires balancing the foods you eat.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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🍟 Registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokesperson Sue-Ellen Anderson-Haynes reveals the reason food companies have supersized portions. 🍔

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America's famed for its supersize meals. Now people want smaller portions.
Americans have eaten oversize portions for decades. That's slowly starting to shift thanks to greater awareness about what's healthy, rising food costs and GLP-1 medications.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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DYK nearly all foods contain some protein? 😲

🥗 Build meals for vegetarian kids and family members with these five plant-based foods that provide protein and nutrients!

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Protein Foods for Your Vegetarian Child
Kids don’t need to eat meat to get the necessary protein to keep their bodies healthy and growing. Build meals around these five non-meat foods that contain protein and are rich in nutrients.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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#DYK? Lung cancer remains the third most common cancer in the United States.

Discover nutrition recommendations to help reduce lung cancer risk and support treatment during #LungCancerAwarenessMonth. 🎗️

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The Role of Nutrition in Lung Cancer Risk Reduction and Treatment
Lung cancer remains one of the most common types of cancer in the country and the leading cause of cancer-related death.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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On #VeteransDay, we honor those who have served and sacrificed for our country. 🇺🇸
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November 11, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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🥜 Nuts provide magnesium, B vitamins, vitamin E, fiber, protein, nourishing fats and more!

🌰 During #NationalDiabetesMonth, learn why nuts are an excellent choice for children and adults with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.

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Can My Child with Diabetes Eat Nuts?
Nuts are a terrific snack or addition to a meal for children and adults with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Vitamin D is a nutrient needed for good overall health & to maintain strong bones. 💪

Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get it even when the sun isn't shining through foods and beverages! 😎

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What Is Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient. This means our bodies need vitamin D for good health.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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Wondering if it's okay to have that glass of wine? 🤔

🍷 Hear what registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokesperson Caroline Susie has to say!

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How safe is it to drink alcohol? Here is what doctors can take away from clashing reports
Two major reports meant to inform the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans on the health effects of alcohol have stirred up controversy and confusion.A 252-page review from the National Academie...
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November 6, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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Did you know that November is #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth?

🧠 Take some time this month to discover out how nutrition can help boost brain health and overall wellness with tips from registered dietitian nutritionist Diane Welland.

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Feeding Your Body, Feeding Your Brain
Making healthful lifestyle choices, including getting regular physical activity, socializing, limiting alcohol intake and not smoking, can help to reduce your risk for dementia. Scientific evidence ha...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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🎃 Autumn is harvest season, which makes it the perfect time to cook with a variety of fall produce!

🍠 Use these tips from registered dietitian nutritionist Holly Larson to prepare meals and snacks with pumpkin, pears, sweet potato and more.

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9 Fall Produce Picks to Add to Your Plate
Now is the perfect time to celebrate the seasonal gems of autumn. Head to your local market and fill your basket with these fall produce picks.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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🍞 Spoiler alert: Registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social
spokesperson Wesley McWhorter breaks down why traditional sourdough is not gluten free.

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Is Sourdough Gluten-Free? Here's What Nutrition Experts Say
Is sourdough gluten-free? Experts explain that while it's not gluten-free, the slow fermentation process generates beneficial bacteria and natural acids, so it's easier for those without gluten sensitivity to digest.
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November 4, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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🌟 November is #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth!

💫 This month and beyond, celebrate Native Americans and Indigenous peoples who have made, and continue to make, significant contributions to public health and other areas of life.

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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
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November 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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🍌 The preferred fuel for active brains and growing muscles, carbohydrates are found in many foods.

🍠 To ensure your kids eat a variety of nutrient-rich carbohydrates, follow these strategies!

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Children Need Carbohydrates
In recent years, several fad diets have recommended the reduction, or even elimination, of carbohydrates from our daily eating routine. But are these
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November 3, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Bringing your own lunch to school or work can help you save money and eat healthfully! 🏫💻💼

Follow these food safety guidelines to ensure your food is stored and refrigerated properly.

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Keeping Your Lunch Safe
Use these food safety tips to ensure your lunch remains safe as it travels from the kitchen to the school cafeteria or office.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Registered dietitian nutritionists and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokespeople Julie Stefanski and Amy Reed share their tips on making workplaces more allergy-friendly!

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How to Make Your Workplace More Allergy-Friendly (The Ultimate Guide)
Use these expert tips for HR and office managers to create a safe, inclusive workspace—starting with allergy-friendly snacks.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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🍭 Food dyes have been making headlines lately, but what does the science say?

🎃 Get the facts ahead of trick-or-treating tonight from registered dietitian nutritionist Sherry Coleman Collins!

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Making Sense of Food Colors: What Parents and Consumers Should Know
Food dyes and colors may be added to make foods more appealing and appetizing to consumers, including children. Here’s what to keep in mind when considering the safety and use of these ingredients.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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🧟 Happy Halloween! 🕸️

🎃 This year, consider mixing up the candy bowl with some of these items that kids will enjoy and you can feel good about serving.

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Enjoy a Healthy and Happy Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner, and with preparation, there’s no need to be spooked by your children’s candy consumption this year.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:06 PM