These Costco choices are excellent sources of fiber, meaning they pack a minimum of 5 grams per serving, aka 20% of the recommended daily intake.
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Sugar is continually a hot topic in the media, with many influencers calling it “toxic” while pushing keto/low-carb diets. According to the American Heart Association, “diets high in added sugars have been connected to heart risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and unhealthy cholesterol levels.” However, it’s not necessary to avoid all sugar,…
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A strong immune system is critical for our overall health and well-being, especially given our fast-paced and demanding lives. As we face various environmental challenges, it’s essential to provide our bodies with the necessary nutrients to support a robust immune response. While there’s no magic pill for a bulletproof immune system, certain immune system foods…
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It’s no secret that exercise plays a vital role in the pursuit of building a strong, lean physique. However, that’s only one piece of the puzzle. Adequate nutrition plays a critical role in achieving optimal muscle gain and protein is particularly important as an essential macronutrient for muscle growth and repair—and these high protein meals…
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No one likes being sick. As a teenager, I remember attempting to cure an unwanted cold with a tall glass of refreshing orange juice or to soothe a stabbing sore throat with hot tea loaded with honey and lemon juice. In the many years since, nutrition research has come a long way in establishing the…
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Vegan frozen meals are a life-saving convenience for busy people, especially when following a plant-based diet. Considering that only 10% of Americans consume the recommended servings of fruits and veggies and only 5% meet their recommended fiber goals, veggie-packed heat-and-eat meals are an excellent vehicle to boost nutrient intake. Fortunately, more vegan frozen meals are…
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If you follow a plant-based diet and worry that your protein intake might be lacking, there’s great news for you! As a dietitian, I was originally taught that complete protein combinations were key for anyone following a 100% plant-based or vegan diet. Why? There are 20 amino acids which are the building blocks used to…
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