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2026 Eat Fit King Cake and Cupcakes: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
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No Alcohol for 40 Days: Take the 2026 #AlcoholFreeFor40 Challenge
Give your body a spring detox; give up alcohol for 40 days and document the impact it has on your body with the Alcohol Free for 40 Challenge. -
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How to Prevent Injury While Getting Fit in 2026
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5 Nutritional Changes That Really Work to Try in the New Year
One nutritional change to try? Take a simple metabolic rate test to find out how many calories you burn. Learn more about this and four more nutritional tactics. -
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10 New Year's Eve Mocktail Ideas to Ring in 2026
Mocktails, or zero-proof cocktails, are the perfect alternative for feeling festive on New Year's. Bonus: No hangover the next morning. -
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3 Guilt-Free Eggnog Options to Enjoy Throughout the Holidays
One trick for a healthy eggnog: Add a scoop of collagen powder to some of the lightened-up nog versions out there for a richer feel. -
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6 Healthy Peppermint and Chocolate Holiday Treats You'll Love
Try these healthy peppermint and peppermint-chocolate holiday swaps to help satisfy your sweet tooth. -
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7 Healthier Alternatives for Your Favorite Holiday Foods
One tip for healthier holiday munching: Pick shrimp cocktail instead of finger sandwiches or mini quiches. -
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10 Tips for Sticking to Your New Year's Resolutions
Kickstart your healthiest year yet with practical, budget-friendly tips for building better habits. Discover how small, smart changes can lead to lasting success. -
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What is Fibermaxxing? 4 Tips for Easing Into This Nutrition Trend
Get tips for boosting your fiber intake in a way that won't lead to bloating, cramping, or constipation. -
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3 Tips for Making Healthful, Low-Carb Bread at Home
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Top 3 Things to Know About Holiday Weight Gain
Planning and shopping for holidays can be emotionally and physically draining. This stress can carry over to affect our eating habits. -
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6 Tips for Starting a Successful Exercise Routine in 2026
How to successfully begin a new exercise program by starting small, avoiding boredom and repetition and listening to your body. -
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8 Healthy Holiday Cookie Recipes to Make at Home
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Compound vs. Isolation Exercises: 7 Tips for Building a Better Workout
Learn more about how compound exercises build full-body strength and how isolation movements target specific muscles to improve balance and rehab. Discover how combining both creates safer, more effective long-term results. -
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7 Popular Fitness Wearables to Boost Your Health in 2026
Tracking devices can support your health goals, including for weight, Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure management. -
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5 Vegan Baking Tips for the 2025 Holidays
These vegan baking tips can help you create nutritious and delicious treats this holiday season. -
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Our 5 Favorite Low- and No-Sugar Chocolate Chips For Baking
With plenty of low- and no-sugar chocolate chip options, it's easier than ever to bake healthy sweet treats. -
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10 Tips to Build a Gestational Diabetes Meal Plan for the Holidays
If you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, this holiday eating guide lets you focus on you and your baby's health. -
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Does Turkey Really Make You Sleepy? 4 Things to Know
Turkey is often blamed for post-Thanksgiving dinner drowsiness, with its high tryptophan levels cited as the reason. Is it true? -
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3 Delicious, Healthy Recipes for Turkey Leftovers
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Tennis Elbow and Pickleball Elbow: How to Treat This Common Injury
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Youth Baseball Training Tips for Injury Prevention
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4 Tips to Make Your 2026 Fitness Resolutions Stick
Tired of New Year's resolutions that fade by February? Learn how to build a smart, sustainable fitness plan and make your health goals a reality. -
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6 Great Ways to Boost Thanksgiving Nutrition
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Mindful Eating: 5 Tips for Staying on Track During the Holidays
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How Can Creatine Benefit Active Women During Perimenopause?
Creatine can help active women in perimenopause boost strength, energy and focus. This natural supplement supports muscle tone, brain function and overall wellness during hormonal changes, especially when paired with consistent exercise and balanced nutrition. -
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Healthy Chocolate: 5 Options That Won't Spike Your Blood Sugar
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A Complete Guide to the 5 Best Plant-Based Sweetener Options
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What's the Healthiest Mayonnaise to Eat in 2025?
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Is It Good for You to Wear a Weighted Vest?
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8 Morning Habits That May Help You Lose Weight
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What Pasta is Healthy? 5 Picks From a Registered Dietitian
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5 Delicious and Nutritious Pumpkin Spice Finds in 2025
From creamer to cheesecake, these five pumpkin-spice finds will satisfy your cravings for this favorite autumn flavor without wreaking nutritional havoc. -
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Halloween 2025 Treats: The 3 Best and the 3 Worst
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Allergy-Friendly Treats to Pass Out for Halloween 2025
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6 Things to Know About ACL Injuries In Children in 2025
ACL tears have become common in children. Do they always require surgery? -
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Why Does Single-Sport Specialization Lead to Youth Injuries?
Early sports specialization raises injury risks for kids. Learn how rest, variety and expert care can prevent burnout and protect young athletes. -
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5 Tailgating Foods for Healthy Game Day Snacking
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3 Creamy Dips That Are Actually Good for You in 2025
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Best Exercises To Try If You Suffer From Peripheral Artery Disease
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Did you know a regular grande Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte with 2% steamed milk foam has 390 calories, 14 grams of fat, 52 carbs, 14 grams of protein and 50 grams of sugar? -
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Is Cottage Cheese Good For You? Nutrition Facts and a Dietitian's Top Picks
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5 Best Healthy Boxed Mac and Cheese Options for 2025
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6 Healthier Fast Food Options to Try Now in 2025
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3 of the Best Picks for Healthier Boxed Brownies
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3 Frozen Chicken Tenders Made With Simple, Wholesome Ingredients
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3 Of The Best Healthy Frozen Pizzas
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What Are the Best Ways to Cope with Stress?
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How Can You Prevent ACL Injuries and Protect Your Knees?
Learn how to prevent ACL injuries with expert tips on strength, form, balance and recovery to keep your knees safe and support long-term mobility. -
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How to Choose the Right Pair of Running Shoes in 2025
Find the best running shoes for your feet, goals and surfaces. Learn how fit, support and features help prevent injury and improve performance. -
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Lower Your High Blood Pressure: 7 Simple Tips
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Best Healthy Bread: 5 Picks From a Registered Dietitian
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Our 5 Favorite Low-Carb Ice Cream Options for 2025
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How Do I Control Menopause Weight Gain?
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What Foods Can Help Smokers Quit?
Discover nutritional tips to ease nicotine withdrawal, curb cravings and boost your mood while quitting smoking. Learn how the right foods can support your journey to a healthier, smoke-free life. -
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What Are the Top Symptoms of Dehydration in 2025?
A dry or sticky mouth, fatigue and mild dizziness are just three signs of dehydration. Learn how to recognize this condition and prevent it from happening. -
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What Are the Benefits of Strength Training After Age 40?
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What Are the Safety Precautions for Grilling? 5 Top Tips
Master the art of barbecuing with essential grill safety tips. Learn how to prevent burns, avoid food contamination and enjoy your summer cookouts safely. -
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5 Ways to Work Multiple Muscle Groups in the Pool
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Top 3 Low-Sugar Barbecue Sauces from a Registered Dietitian
Top picks for BBQ sauces that give you all of the flavor with less sugar. -
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Does My Brain Work Better When I Eat Healthier Food?
Discover how your diet impacts mental well-being through the powerful mind-gut connection. Learn about gut-brain communication and get tips for a balanced diet to support emotional health. -
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4 Ways to Enjoy a Lighter, Refreshing Glass of Iced Tea
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8 Ways to Get Your Body Goals Back on Track
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What Are 7 Ways to a Healthy Heart?
Key strategies for a healthy heart include making dietary changes, getting regular exercise, quitting smoking, managing stress, and scheduling regular health checkups. -
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6 Top Picks for Healthy Ice Cream From a Dietitian
These healthy ice cream options allow you to enjoy your favorite summertime treat without the guilt of ruining a healthy diet. -
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How To Make Low-Carb, High-Protein Ice Cream
This zero-sugar ice cream recipe is so decadently rich, you’d never know it's better for you. And it's got 10 grams of protein in every half-cup serving. -
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How To Make Half-Sugar and No-Sugar Ice Cream
These recipes keep added sugar in check, while also keeping the rich flavor and texture we expect from ice cream. -
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The Best Anti-Aging Foods to Live Longer and Look Younger in 2025
The use of nutrition as an antiaging tool is becoming an increasingly popular means to a more youthful-looking complexion. -
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Common Food Allergies and How to Manage Them in 2025
Any food, not just the nine listed on the major food allergen list, could potentially trigger an allergic response. -
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Are Food Allergies Genetic? An Allergist Weighs In
Studies suggest there may be a genetic predisposition to the development of food allergies, but the science in this area is still evolving.
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