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Add these foods to your diet for a healthy heart

February 18, 2026 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, February is American Heart Month, and there is so much we can do as individuals to reduce our risk of heart …

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Filed Under: Heart Health Tagged With: almonds, American Heart Association, American Heart Month, cauliflower, chick peas, chickpeas, fatty fish, fiber, healthy heart, heart disease, heart healthy diet, heart healthy fats, oatmeal, olive oil, salmon, tomatoes

How to Get More Fiber (Without the Fuss)

October 16, 2025 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Move Over, Protein—Fiber Is the Nutrient Americans Really Need to Eat More Of! In the age of protein …

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Filed Under: Wellness Tagged With: fiber, Heart Health, insolulb, soluble fiberle fiber, weight management

Why Cutting Carbs Usually Fails—And What to Do Instead

September 3, 2025 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Low-carbohydrate diets, often called low-carb diets, come and go, often marketed as quick fixes for lasting …

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Filed Under: Carbohydrates Tagged With: balanced portions, carbs, cutting carbs, fiber, food groups, fruits, Grains, legumes, low-carbohydrate diets, quality carbs, Vegetables

Are whole grains healthier?

July 9, 2025 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, I've recently had the privilege of speaking with The Guardian about whole grains and if they are healthier …

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Filed Under: Wellness Tagged With: dietary fiber, fiber, whole grains

Video: Is fruit too high in sugar?

April 21, 2025 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, For quite some time, fruit has been unfairly villainized and avoided, with claims that it is "too high in …

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Filed Under: Added sugar Tagged With: antioxidants, fiber, fruit, sugar

High fiber lunches to keep you satisfied

March 17, 2025 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Eating meals rich in fiber offers benefits that go beyond simply keeping you full between meals. Fiber helps …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating, Wellness Tagged With: black beans, easy lunch, farro, fiber, high-fiber lunches, lunch

Healthy breakfast ideas for your busy mornings

February 10, 2025 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Do you run out of ideas for healthy and quick breakfasts you can enjoy on a busy morning? I contributed to 30 …

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Filed Under: Wellness Tagged With: Breakfast, fiber, healthy breakfasts, oatmeal, overnight oats, protein

Enjoy these tips for a healthier–and happier–summer

July 1, 2024 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Summer is here, marking a time for travel, barbecues, and lots of socializing with family and friends. …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating Tagged With: fiber, food journal, fruit, healthy summer tips, portion control, salad, single-servings, summer, travel, water

VIDEO: These lifestyle tips to help manage your blood sugar

April 15, 2024 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Keeping your blood sugar in check is essential for good health. It helps regulate your mood and your energy …

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Filed Under: Wellness Tagged With: blood sugar, carbohydrates, exercise, fiber, manage stress

Enjoy these delicious high-fiber lunches to feel full

February 5, 2024 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to overlook the importance of a well-balanced lunch. However, …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating Tagged With: chickpea and spinach stew, feel full, fiber, health, high-fiber lunches, meal ideas, quinoa

Healthy foods to keep your hunger pangs away

April 22, 2015 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Below is my blog post for Huffington Post. You can also read it HERE. The worst part about trying to lose …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating Tagged With: almonds, avocado, beans and legumes, feel full, fiber, good fat, Greek yogurt, healthy foods, hunger pangs, lentils, nuts, oatmeal, protein, quinoa

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