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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

5 tips for making the perfect salad

September 9, 2024 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, As a nutritionist, I am a huge fan of salads. After all, colorful veggies are great -- chock full of nutrients, …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating Tagged With: colorful vegetables, deep greens, healthy protein, healthy salad, portion size, salad, salad dressing, Vegetables

What are the healthiest salad dressings?

April 8, 2024 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Salads are a delightful mix of fresh ingredients, crunchy toppings, and flavorful dressings. I enjoy a colorful …

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Filed Under: Wellness Tagged With: moderation, portion control, salad, salad dressing, unsaturated fat, Vegetables

Add colorful vegetables to your diet

March 25, 2024 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Eating a diet with plenty of vegetables has been linked to improved health, and for good reason. Veggies (both …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating Tagged With: Dietary Guidelines, eat more, Healthy eating, nutrition, positive nutrition, Vegetables

Delicious–and nutritious–produce to enjoy this fall

October 16, 2023 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Hello, Along with the changing colors of the leaves and the fall season upon us, comes delicious produce packed with …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating Tagged With: apples, Fall produce, fruits, parsnip, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, Vegetables

Video: Benefits of eating more plants

April 26, 2021 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Dear friends, This week, let’s talk about plant-based eating. On this brief video, I discuss the benefits of …

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Filed Under: Wellness Tagged With: beans, eat more plants, fruits, lentils, peas, plant-based diets, plant-based foods, Vegetables

With healthy eating, every bite counts

January 24, 2021 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

New Dietary Guidelines Show a Lifetime of Healthy Habits Can Make a Difference. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for …

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Filed Under: Dietary Guidelines Tagged With: alcohol, Dietary Guidelines, dietary pattern, dietary principles, fruits, healthy diet, healthy diet at every life stage, make every bite count, obesity, overweight, portion control, portion size matters, saturated fat, sugar, Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables to enjoy during National Nutrition Month

March 24, 2014 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Below is my blog post for Huffington Post "7 Fruits and Vegetables to Enjoy for National Nutrition Month." You can also …

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Filed Under: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutrition Tagged With: avocados, blueberries, broccoli, fruits, National Nutrition Month, spinach, Vegetables

Smart food swaps for a healthier 2014

January 24, 2014 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Below is my blog post for Huffington Post "Smart food swaps for a healthier 2014." You can also read it …

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Filed Under: Healthy goals Tagged With: fruits, Healthy eating, smart food swaps, Vegetables, whole grains

Lessons from the Mediterranean diet: 10 foods to eat

March 7, 2013 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Below is my latest blog post  for Huffington Post: " What we can learn from the Mediterranean Diet: 10 healthy foods to …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating, Heart Health, Nutrition, Public health Tagged With: fish, fruits, Mediterranean diet, nuts, Vegetables, whole grains

10 Foods to Eat for Heart Health

February 11, 2013 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Below is my latest blog post on heart healthy foods for Huffington Post. You can also read it here. Heart disease …

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Filed Under: Healthy eating, Heart Health Tagged With: Amerian Heart Month, fish, fruits, Healthy eating, Heart Health, nuts, olive oil, Vegetables

Benefits of fruits and veggies: Eat MORE

July 12, 2012 //  by Dr. Lisa Young

Below is my latest blog post for Huffington Post on the benefits of fruits and veggies. Here is the …

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Filed Under: Dietary Guidelines, Healthy eating, Heart Health, MyPlate, Uncategorized Tagged With: fruits, Healthy eating, Vegetables

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