dinner plate of salmon with brown rice and veggies

What Are the Essential Fatty Acids, and How Can You Get Them?

By Clean Plates / May 27, 2023 / Comments Off on What Are the Essential Fatty Acids, and How Can You Get Them?

Essential fatty acids might not sound like the most exciting thing to add to your diet, but they’re actually pretty important! These fats are essential because our bodies can’t produce them on their own, so we need to get them through the food we eat. But don’t worry, incorporating essential fatty acids into your diet…

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One Skillet Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Vegetables

7 Heart Healthy Dinner Recipes for a Healthy Ticker

By Clean Plates / May 26, 2023 / Comments Off on 7 Heart Healthy Dinner Recipes for a Healthy Ticker

If you’re like most people, eating healthy can sometimes feel like a chore. But, it doesn’t have to be. Eating heart-healthy meals is important for maintaining good health and reducing the risk of heart disease. And the good news is that eating healthy can be delicious! With these heart-healthy dinner recipes, you can enjoy tasty…

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5 Lifestyle Habits That Cause Inflammation in the Body

By Clean Plates / May 26, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Lifestyle Habits That Cause Inflammation in the Body

Inflammation in the body is a natural response to injury or infection. However, when the body’s immune system becomes overactive, it can lead to chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation is a process where the immune system causes damage to its own tissues. Over time, chronic inflammation can contribute to the development of chronic diseases, such as…

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Cannoli Cream with Strawberries and Pistachios

6 Mediterranean Diet Dessert Recipes For a Sweet Tooth

By Clean Plates / May 26, 2023 / Comments Off on 6 Mediterranean Diet Dessert Recipes For a Sweet Tooth

Are you a sweet tooth who’s also trying to follow a healthy diet? You’re in luck! The Mediterranean diet, known for its focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods, also includes plenty of room for indulging in sweet treats. In fact, this diet emphasizes the consumption of fresh fruits, nuts, and healthy fats, which can be used…

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Eating These Fruits Lowers Your Chance of Frailty as You Age, Says Study

By Clean Plates / May 26, 2023 / Comments Off on Eating These Fruits Lowers Your Chance of Frailty as You Age, Says Study

As we age, our physical abilities can decline, leading to an increased risk of falls, hospitalization, and other adverse outcomes. However, a recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition offers some good news for older adults. The study found that dietary flavonols — specifically the flavonoid quercetin found in foods such as…

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Can Feeling Hungry Slow Down Aging? Here’s What Science Says

By Clean Plates / May 23, 2023 / Comments Off on Can Feeling Hungry Slow Down Aging? Here’s What Science Says

It is natural to feel hungry—our bodies need nutrients and energy to function well throughout our days. But if you have moments of feeling a little bit hungry, that could actually help in slowing down the aging process, according to a fascinating new study. The recent study, published in Science and conducted by the University…

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Artificial Sweeteners May Not Help Weight Loss, Says New Report

By Clean Plates / May 22, 2023 / Comments Off on Artificial Sweeteners May Not Help Weight Loss, Says New Report

Artificial sweeteners are zero calories, so they can help you lose weight, right? Despite some reports (and debunking) about artificial sweeteners causing chronic diseases like cancer, zero-calorie sweeteners — like aspartame, sucralose, stevia, and others — have been deemed harmless and even beneficial for those looking to cut real sugar and lose weight. However, a…

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5 Best Healthy Snack Bars to Stock Up On

By Clean Plates / May 21, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Best Healthy Snack Bars to Stock Up On

Calling all snack lovers! If you’re anything like us, you’re always on the hunt for the perfect snack. Something that’s convenient, tasty, and good for you, too. Snack bars usually tick the major boxes, but finding ones that are nutritionally balanced can be a bit of a headache. That’s why we’ve put together a list…

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This Is the Healthiest Way to Order Coffee, Says Dietitian

By Clean Plates / May 18, 2023 / Comments Off on This Is the Healthiest Way to Order Coffee, Says Dietitian

If the smell of freshly ground beans and the whirr of the espresso machine gets you excited for a morning cuppa, we get it—there’s nothing like a good cup of joe in the morning. But when it comes to ordering coffee, there are countless options to choose from—and not all of them are considered the…

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leafy green salad with blueberries

7 Antioxidant-Rich Foods to Ward off Chronic Disease

By Clean Plates / May 14, 2023 / Comments Off on 7 Antioxidant-Rich Foods to Ward off Chronic Disease

In some cases, the phrase “food is medicine” can actually be true based on what we eat, especially when it comes to eating the foods known for helping ward off chronic disease. These types of foods are rich in antioxidants, compounds that protect our cells from oxidative stress, which can cause damage to our DNA,…

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How To Eliminate Sugar Cravings for Good, Says Science

By Clean Plates / May 10, 2023 / Comments Off on How To Eliminate Sugar Cravings for Good, Says Science

Find yourself constantly craving something sweet? While it’s okay to indulge in a sweet treat every once in a while, having a constant sweet tooth can be rather bothersome, especially if you’re trying to watch what you eat. Sugar cravings can be difficult to overcome, leading to a cycle of craving sugar, eating it, and…

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Spinach Pizza

8 Dinner Recipes To Make With Frozen Spinach

By Clean Plates / May 4, 2023 /

Frozen spinach is packed with essential nutrients like iron, folate, and calcium, making it a healthy addition to anything you’re making — stir-fries, stews, soups, and more.

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9 Healthy Muffin Recipes for Super Simple Mornings

By Clean Plates / May 3, 2023 / Comments Off on 9 Healthy Muffin Recipes for Super Simple Mornings

If you’re looking for a quick and easy breakfast option, muffins are a great way to start your day. Whether you’re rushing out the door or sitting down to a leisurely morning, muffins can be a satisfying and healthy option. With these healthy muffin recipes, you’ll be able to shake up your morning routine with…

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How Much Protein Do I Really Need? Here’s What Science Says.

By Clean Plates / April 30, 2023 / Comments Off on How Much Protein Do I Really Need? Here’s What Science Says.

Yes, you need to be eating a sufficient amount of protein. Protein is an essential nutrient for building and repairing tissues, as well as for many other important bodily functions. But determining how much protein a person needs can be a complex process, as it varies depending on a variety of factors, such as a…

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Does Reverse Dieting Actually Work? We Asked a Nutrition Expert.

By Clean Plates / April 26, 2023 / Comments Off on Does Reverse Dieting Actually Work? We Asked a Nutrition Expert.

So you tried a diet, and you’ve lost the weight. Whether you’ve followed some kind of fad diet or you were able to lose weight gradually over a long period of time, you’re likely wondering what’s next. Some experts would recommend gradually increasing your calorie intake after you diet, also known as reverse dieting. This…

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Curried Cauliflower Quinoa Salad

5 Organic, Healthy Dinners From Costco That Cost $4 a Serving

By Clean Plates / April 21, 2023 /

These healthy, filling dishes that use 100% organic ingredients (and still manage to cost less than $4 a serving) make use of easy-to-find ingredients from Costco.

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broccoli salad

8 Make-Ahead Salads That Won’t Get Soggy (Promise)

By Clean Plates / April 18, 2023 /

We’ve rounded up an assortment of vibrant, healthy salads that are all designed to be made in advance — perfect for weekday lunch or barbecues.

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Lemony Spring Pasta Salad with Vegetables and Herbs

8 Light Spring Pasta Recipes That Won’t Weigh You Down

By Clean Plates / April 14, 2023 /

Spring has sprung and summer is nearly here, so why shouldn’t you switch up your pasta game? Think: lots of greens, lemon, herbs, lean protein, and in-season vegetables.

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Skillet Chicken and Farro with Sundried Tomatoes & Spinach

14 Seriously Flavorful Recipes Starring Chicken and Spinach

By Clean Plates / April 12, 2023 /

A classic combination in a wide variety of cultures, these chicken and spinach recipes are seriously healthy but don’t sacrifice on flavor.

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Vegan Mushroom Veggie Burger

The 5 Best Burger Recipes You’ll Want to Make ASAP

By Clean Plates / April 10, 2023 /

From the best Greek turkey burgers to a decadent mushroom option that’s completely plant-based and a beef butter burger (hear us out!), one of these burgers deserves a spot on your burger bucket list.

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Garlic Butter Shrimp Zucchini Noodles

12 Delicious Ways to Turn Frozen Shrimp Into Dinner

By Clean Plates / April 4, 2023 /

Grill it, poach it, put it in salad instead of chicken, toss it with pasta, pack them in tacos — the possibilities for a good clean, delicious and healthy meal with frozen shrimp are pretty limitless. Even better, shrimp is easy to cook: It defrosts fast and cooks even more quickly. Read on for 10 delicious ways to turn frozen shrimp into dinner.

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Apple and Honey Glazed Ham

12 Healthy Easter Dinner Recipes — From Appetizers to Dessert

By Clean Plates / March 28, 2023 /

Traditional Easter foods can often be on the richer side, but these are great ways to lighten up some of the classics.

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sheet pan chicken

25 Sheet Pan Dinner Recipes You’re Going To Want To Make ASAP

By Clean Plates / March 22, 2023 /

The sky is really the limit when it comes to sheet pan recipes, but we do have some favorites. From sheet pan nachos to sticky orange chicken, steak fajitas and sweet potato hash, here are the recipes we can’t get enough of—and we bet you can’t either.

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Huevos Rancheros With Black Beans And Chipotle Salsa

Our 8 Favorite Healthy Vegetarian Mexican Recipes

By Clean Plates / March 20, 2023 /

These plant-based Mexican recipes are surprisingly traditional and super healthy — and are begging to be made for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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