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Diet and nutrition are two key elements in maintaining a healthy lifestyle at any age. What you’re putting into your body can have a huge impact on your overall health. Stay informed on the latest news, trends and studies, so you can live a healthier life every day.

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The Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

The Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods

To a certain degree, inflammation is necessary for helping the body to combat infection and respond to injury. If it persists over time, it can lead to complications. Thankfully, chronic inflammation can oftentimes be managed just by adding more of the following eight anti-inflammatory foods into a person’s diet.

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Cooking Oils: Which are Best for Your Health?
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Cooking Oils: Which are Best for Your Health?

In truth, all cooking oils contain calories and fat. Lots of fat. But in many cases that fat isn’t a bad thing, as certain types of fat can actually improve the functioning of certain organs and may even limit the chances of developing serious ailments. We’re laying out the facts behind the best and worst cooking oils.

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Foods That Are Valuable Sources of Prebiotics
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Foods That Are Valuable Sources of Prebiotics

Many people have never heard of prebiotics, let alone what their function is. Essentially, they are a type of fiber that feeds friendly probiotic bacteria, allowing them to function more effectively. Therefore, it’s just as important to consume enough prebiotics as probiotics. But where can you find them? The following are eight excellent food sources.

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Pros and Cons of Switching to a Vegetarian Diet
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Pros and Cons of Switching to a Vegetarian Diet

Making the switch from eating meat to vegetarianism is a difficult one. But for people who care a lot about what they eat and the way it’s prepared, it’s a worthwhile journey. The question is, what are the pros and cons of making the switch to a vegetarian diet?

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