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Nutrition for People with Lung Cancer
May 27, 2022Ginger Hultin
Explore the research on how nutrition and other lifestyle factors may affect outcomes for people receiving treatment.
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New Approaches to the Kidney Diet
May 27, 2022Esther Ellis
Learn how incorporating more plant foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains may be beneficial for people with chronic kidney disease.
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A Bevy of Milk Alternatives
May 27, 2022Serena Ball
Explore the differences between plant-based milks.
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What Are Lupini Beans and Why Are They Gaining Popularity?
March 24, 2022
Lupin, lupine or lupini beans are members of the pea family. The yellow, flat, round beans somewhat resemble lima beans and have a sweet, nutty flavor and firm, hearty texture.
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What Is the “Climatarian Diet”?
February 24, 2022
The climatarian diet is a “climate-friendly diet” that encourages people to make their food choices based on environmental impact or carbon footprint.
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Intersection of Human and Planet Health
February 24, 2022Marissa Thiry, RDN
In recent years, we’ve seen the scope of nutrition expanded to include environmental components, with the introduction of new terms like “sustainable nutrition” and “planetary health.”
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Nutrition and Rheumatoid Arthritis
February 23, 2022Esther Ellis
Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system attacks the lining of healthy joints, causing pain, inflammation, stiffness and sometimes loss of function.
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A Primer on Open Science
December 16, 2021Kathleen Pellechia
What you thought you knew (or didn’t) about open data and open access publishing.
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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
December 16, 2021Esther Ellis
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, is a condition caused by increased numbers of bacteria in the small intestine.
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What to Know about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
August 23, 2021Ginger Hultin
Known as polycystic ovary syndrome or polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS is the most common endocrine disorder in females of reproductive age.
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The Job You Didn’t Know You Lost
August 23, 2021Marisa Moore
Whether you are a student, newly minted registered dietitian nutritionist or nutrition and dietetics technician, registered or a seasoned pro, what you share online can change the trajectory of your career — for better or worse.
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SPF: Sun Protection Foods
August 23, 2021Esther Ellis
Studies have shown certain compounds in foods and beverages such as carotenoids, polyphenols and some vitamins may improve the skin’s ability to fight off UV damage and sunburn or speed up the recovery process from damage caused by UV rays.
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Sesame Becomes the Ninth Major Allergen in the U.S.
June 21, 2021Marissa Thiry, RDN
From hummus to baked goods to sushi, sesame is a prevalent and versatile ingredient found in foods around the world. Yet for individuals with a sesame allergy, consumption can be dangerous, with reactions ranging from mild to severe.
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A Complex Connection: How the Foods You Eat May Influence Mood and Depression
June 21, 2021Ginger Hultin
There is evidence that depression, ranging from mild to major depressive disorder, or MDD, may be influenced by a person’s diet — and vice versa.
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When Picky Turns Problematic: What to Know about ARFID
June 21, 2021Esther Ellis
Approximately one in four children has a feeding disorder, and the percentage rises to four in five among children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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The Placebo Effect: Beyond the Sugar Pill
April 20, 2021Esther Ellis
A growing body of research suggests placebos may aid in the treatment of certain conditions and it may have more to do with context than with pills.
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Hidden from Sight: Nutrition and Health Consequences of Loss of Smell
April 20, 2021Michele Redmond
While our ability to smell plays a dominant role in food enjoyment, quality of life and nutrition-related health outcomes, smell impairments are often undiagnosed and have negative health consequences.
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The Complexities of Ethical Eating
April 20, 2021Marissa Thiry, RDN
Explore some social justice, animal welfare and environmental stewardship considerations of food purchasing and production.
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A Guide to the Guidelines
February 18, 2021Esther Ellis
It might seem as if the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines, released in December 2020, are more of the same compared to their recent predecessors, but there are some significant changes to both the ninth edition as well as the procedures behind the scenes.
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Seeking Immune Support
February 17, 2021Ginger Hultin
Explore trends in consumer behavior, functional foods and supplements since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
