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7 Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Plenty of nutrient-rich plants. Ample amounts of good fats. A healthy dose of whole grains. Some lean fish and poultry, and maybe ...
By: Staff | September 09, 2019 | The Cleveland Clinic
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7 Quickie Breakfast Recipes
Searching for easy breakfast ideas? We’re here to help with this selection of mostly healthful recipes that are good as written bu...
By: Kara Elder | March 12, 2019 | The Washington Post
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Homemade Bread Recipes Healthier Than Store-Bought
The Clever Carrot Chock-full of walnuts, golden raisins, oats, and whole-wheat flour, this homemade bread is a much healthier c...
By: Shannon Bauer | April 30, 2019 | Shape
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5 Ways to Make Over Your Favorite Recipes
Can you call your grandmother's beloved bread pudding a healthy recipe? Scrumptious as it may be, it probably isn't what you'd cal...
By: Staff | November 06, 2019 | Mayo Clinic
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5 Dessert Recipes That Won’t Destroy Your Diet
How do you satisfy your sweet tooth when you’re trying to eat healthy? Try your hand at creating your own treats — with ingr...
By: Digestive Health Team | December 20, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Healthy, Colorful Mexican Meals
The fresh, new approach to this beloved cuisine puts a twist on traditional dishes, with an emphasis on vegetables prepared in wil...
By: Genevieve Ko | April 25, 2019 | Shape
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Healthy Holiday Cookie Recipes
‘Tis the season for holiday baking! Here are two delicious – and healthy – recipes you can make to share with others and enjoy yo...
By Staff | November 21, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Orange Vanilla Smoothie Recipe
This delicious smoothie will remind you of a creamsicle. Add a frozen banana for a creamier texture or your favorite greens for a ...
By Staff | May 09, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is a great way to satisfy a sweet craving while also keeping warm and cozy during the winter months. Here’s a health...
By Staff | February 07, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Chocolate Popcorn
A healthy and delicious movie night snack? Talk about a plot twist! All you need is five minutes and you're ready to push play. P...
By Staff | March 02, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Apple Cheddar Pockets
July is National Picnic Month, and it’s the perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors while enjoying a healthy meal with family,...
By Staff | July 06, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Rolled-Oats Quick Granola
This quick, healthy granola recipe is a great way to start your day. Add your favorite berries, Greek or regular low-fat yogurt an...
By Staff | February 23, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Breakfast Pudding
This gets even better after it sits for several hours, so if you prefer, make it the night before, cover and refrigerate it for a ...
By Staff | May 31, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Pineapple, Orange and Yogurt Smoothie
Using yogurt as dairy instead of milk in your smoothies makes them rich and thick! The sweetness of pineapple, orange and honey pa...
By Staff | June 14, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Yogurt Blueberry Ice Pops
The combination of tangy yogurt and blueberries makes for a refreshing & chilly treat. Let these sit out for a few minutes before ...
By Staff | June 08, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Turkey Salad Wrap
This wrap is not only easy to make, it’s also perfect to take with you and eat on the go. Prep Time: 5 Minutes Total Time:...
By Staff | May 23, 2018 | Real Appeal
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How to Make Mason Jar Salads
Need a lightning-quick lunch idea? Fill up a few mason jars with your favorite healthy salad ingredients and dressing, seal with t...
By Staff | August 22, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Buttermilk Pancakes
Rise and shine! You won't have any trouble getting out of bed when these pancakes are on the table. Prep Time: 5 Minutes Total...
By Staff | April 05, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Shake
One way to successfully lose weight is to find healthier versions of the foods and snacks that still satisfy cravings. This frot...
By Staff | September 11, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Chicken Summer Salad
Add ½ cup of cooked whole grains for a more filling meal. Also, swap in your favorite seasonal veggies to keep things fresh! ...
By Staff | April 27, 2018 | Real Appeal
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An Endlessly Adaptable Vegetarian Chili
This recipe for Vegetarian Chili is basic, so you can have fun with it. If you like a spicy chili, then add your favorite kind of ...
By: Kary Osmond | October 23, 2019 | Tribune Content Agency
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Ground Beef Soft Tacos
Looking to switch up your usual tacos? Use ground turkey, chicken or crumbled tofu instead of ground beef. Prep Time: 5 Minutes...
By Staff | April 06, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Crustless Spinach Quiche
This quiche is sure to be the talk of your brunch table - even with the non-veggie lovers out there! Prep Time: 10 Minutes Total...
By Staff | March 26, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Turkey Sloppy Joes
This healthier re-do of an all-American classic is perfect for an upcoming family dinner. If there’s leftovers, they’re great to f...
By Staff | May 04, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Quick Chicken Noodle Soup
This easy chicken noodle soup recipe is a great no-stress weeknight dinner or make-and-freeze meal. Once you’ve got this down, pla...
By Staff | September 12, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Simple Swaps to Reduce Salt and Fat
Whipping up healthy meals may be easier than you think. Use this guide to make simple ingredient substitutions to reduce salt and ...
By: Staff | November 06, 2019 | Mayo Clinic
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Herb-Crusted Salmon
This herb-crusted salmon recipe is packed with protein (& flavor) and is perfect for any night of the week - especially a fish Fri...
By Staff | March 02, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
We believe that comfort food can be both healthy and delicious - and this Irish classic is the perfect example. You can even mix i...
By Staff | March 16, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Baked Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli
This dish is perfect for your next family dinner. It also re-heats great for next day healthier lunch leftovers. Prep Time: 1...
By Staff | April 16, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Turkey Lasagna
This recipe is not only delicious but can be an easy to make weeknight dinner if you use no boil noodles! Turkey Lasagna ...
By Staff | November 08, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Turkey Burger
Just in time for summer cookouts! For a learner recipe that still delivers on the great flavor of a traditional burger recipe,...
By Staff | July 09, 2018 | Real Appeal
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How to Pick the Perfect Apple
From baking to biting into, different varieties of apples have different strengths. Here's your go-to guide to choosing the perfec...
By: Hilary Meyer | October 15, 2019 | EatingWell
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Healthy Game Day Snacks
As game day celebrations ramp up, so can the desire to overindulge at the party food table. Here are three snacks that can help yo...
By Staff | September 07, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Recipe: Preserved Lemon, Zucchini and Pea Salad
One secret to making interesting plant-based dishes is to include quick-pickled or fermented ingredients — miso, kimchi, vin...
By: Joe Yonan | June 10, 2019 | Washington Post
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Sneaky Habits That May Be Sabotaging Your Health
Sure, it's the most wonderful time of the year, but somewhere between cutting up cubes of stale bread for the homemade stuffing, m...
By: Lindsay J. Warner | December 02, 2019 | EatingWell
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Easy, Breezy Overnight Oats
It is impossible to have too many ideas for quick and easy breakfasts, especially ones that are cheap, relatively good for you and...
By: Kara Elder | May 30, 2019 | The Washington Post
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Balsamic-Roasted Green Beans with Parmesan
Sweet balsamic vinegar and nutty Parmesan cheese complement roasted green beans and shallots in this easy and healthy side dish. R...
By: Robin Bashinsky | November 06, 2019 | EatingWell
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Recipe: Smoky Maple-Mustard Salmon
It doesn’t get much easier, or more delicious, than this speedy recipe for roast salmon topped with a smoky maple-mustard sauce. T...
By: EatingWell Test Kitchen | October 30, 2019 | EatingWell
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Baked Fish With Steamed Butternut Squash
Wild fatty fish plus butternut squash? Yes, please! On top of being an incredibly delicious recipe, this baked fish with steamed b...
By: Wellness Team | November 20, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Lemony Flounder
If you’re looking for a light and fresh dish that’s going to look beautiful on your plate, look no further than our wellness team’...
By: Wellness Team | October 25, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Chia Guacamole
You may have never thought to throw some chia seeds in your guac. But this guacamole truly packs a super healthy punch with the ad...
By: Staff | January 09, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Roasted Root Veggies
Here’s something to look forward to every fall and winter — roasted root vegetables. Not only are they packed with essential...
By: Wellness Team | October 15, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili That's Perfect for Spring
I always think of daylight saving time's arrival as a sign that the bounty of spring. At this time of year, I like to think about ...
By: Wolfgang Puck | April 24, 2020 | Wolfgang Puck's Kitchen
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Zesty Black Bean Burgers
They’re everything you want in a veggie burger — nutritious, tasty and quick to whip up. These patties have fiber and protei...
By: Wellness Team | September 17, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Ways to Enjoy Brussels Sprouts
Once a villain among veggies, Brussels sprouts are now enjoying a much-deserved moment of glory in households and restaurants all ...
By: Wellness Team | September 17, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Breakfast Berry Smoothie Bowl
Ready to dip your spoon into the smoothie bowl trend? Get your fill of creamy smoothie goodness with a healthy heaping of crunchy,...
By: Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RD, LD | July 01, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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3 Savory Fruit and Veggie Dips
Ready to take your vegan dips to the next level? These plant-based spreads boast bold ingredients that add bright colors and satis...
By: Genevieve Ko | July 01, 2020 | Shape
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A Breakfast Burrito To Go
Skip the drive-through. Make your own breakfast burrito. In a small skillet, saute 1/2 cup chopped tomato, 2 tablespoons chopped o...
By: Mayo Clinic Staff | September 03, 2019 | Mayo Clinic
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Overnight Oats, 7 Ways
Overnight oats are a weekday warrior: the breakfast that’s ready when you are. Whether you like ’em sweet or savory, these 7 must-...
By: Joyce Hendley | September 03, 2019 | EatingWell
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Recipe: Grilled Turkey Burgers with Parsley and Dill
It’s time for some mouth-watering (but healthy!) burgers. They’re loaded with farm-fresh staples like scallions, dill, red onion, ...
By: Wellness Team | August 27, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the good stuff! Check out this healthier spin on one of the ultimate classic c...
By Staff | January 02, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Recipe: Grilled Chicken Skewers with Herb Sauce
A delicious marinade loaded with spices is sure to pack your chicken with flavor right from the start (and decrease potentially ca...
By: Wellness Team | September 09, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
Variety is the spice of life, as the saying goes, and it can surely enliven your taco nights. Whether you’ve jumped on the Taco Tu...
By: Sara Quessenberry | November 08, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Anything But Bland Veggie-Forward Meals
Protein shouldn't always play the starring role at mealtime. The latest spin on healthy cooking calls for adding just a bit of mea...
By: Genevieve Ko | May 09, 2019 | Shape
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Recipe: Spaghetti With Fresh Tomato Sauce and Roasted Vegetables
This recipe includes steps to make your own tomato sauce, whether to use with the other ingredients listed or for other dishes as ...
By: Heart and Vascular Team | November 29, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Spinach-Walnut Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette
In this recipe, the sweetness of navel oranges complements the texture and slightly bitter taste of the spinach. Feel free to repl...
By Staff | September 05, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Recipe: Pumpkin Bars
These dense, moist bars are sweet enough to satisfy a craving but they won’t send you into a sugar rush. Bonus: There are no refin...
By: Digestive Health Team | December 20, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Indian Butter Chicken (Without the Butter!)
Peanut butter and jelly without the peanut butter? No thanks. But butter chicken without the butter? A big, delicious yes, please!...
By: Staff | May 16, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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7 Tasty Vegetarian Meal Recipes
Believe it or not, you don’t need to eat animal products to meet your daily protein needs. Whether you’re concerned for your heal...
By: Wellness Team | May 09, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Delicious Salmon Recipes
With unique taste and even better health benefits these creative dishes are great for a variety of occasions. From burgers to sala...
By: Staff | October 03, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Yummy Mediterranean Diet Recipes to Fuel Your Healthy Lifestyle
Plenty of nutrient-rich plants. Ample amounts of good fats. A healthy dose of whole grains. Some lean fish and poultry, and maybe ...
By: Staff | April 18, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Healthy Ways to Adapt Recipes
Can you call your grandmother's beloved bread pudding a healthy recipe? Scrumptious as it may be, it probably isn't what you'd cal...
By: Staff | May 14, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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5 Light and Speedy Fish Recipes for Busy Weeknights
As we gravitate toward lighter foods, incorporating more fish into your recipe roster is a healthful shift worth championing. In t...
By: Kari Sonde | May 30, 2019 | The Washington Post
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5 Recipes That Showcase the Tiny but Mighty Lentil
Lentils have all the versatility of beans without requiring that you open a can or spend hours soaking and cooking them. They're a...
By: Becky Krystal | May 14, 2019 | The Washington Post
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Plant-Based Diet Recipes for Every Meal of the Day
No need to be 100 percent vegan to eat a more plant-based diet. "Shifting plants to the center of the plate will displace some mea...
By: Karla S. Walsh | May 09, 2019 | Shape
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5 Easy (and Quick!) Meatless Monday Vegetarian Recipes
Ready to dip your toe into the world of vegetarian meals? Then Meatless Mondays may just be your new jam! Kicked off in 2003...
By: Ann Milanowski | August 20, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Dessert Recipes That Won’t Destroy Your Diet
How do you satisfy your sweet tooth when you’re trying to eat healthy? Try your hand at creating your own treats — with ingr...
By: Digestive Health Team | August 20, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Recipe: Healthy, Colorful Mexican Meals You’ll Love
The fresh, new approach to this beloved cuisine puts a twist on traditional dishes, with an emphasis on vegetables prepared in wil...
By: Genevieve Ko | April 23, 2019 | Shape
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10 Healthy Bowl Recipes Perfect for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
How Sweet It Is Buddha bowls often get their protein from beans, but these Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowls use chipotle-...
By: Sarah Forte and Shannon Bauer | August 20, 2019 | Shape
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Five Fantastic DIY Water Flavors
Staying hydrated during the summer can be difficult. Here are five fun and easy flavored water drinks to up your H2O hydration gam...
By Staff | August 02, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Homemade Breakfast Sausage
Making your own breakfast sausage can be easy and a healthier alternative to store-bought. Perfect for weekend brunch! Home...
By Staff | December 04, 2017 | Real Appeal
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7 Easy Ways to Boost Your Fiber
Most of us aren't eating the recommended amount of fiber. The Institute of Medicine recommends that women get 25 grams of fiber a ...
By: Shaun Dreisbach | October 15, 2019 | EatingWell
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The Trick to Cooking Quick and Easy Sheet-Pan Dinners
Sheet-pan suppers. You’ve seen the cookbooks, the blogs, the artfully arranged Instagram snapshots. It can be easy to roll your ey...
By: Becky Krystal | July 18, 2019 | The Washington Post
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6 Meals to Inspire a Summer State of Mind
Who doesn’t love a good ol’ BBQ? Grilling adds flavor to your cooking, gets you outside and is perfect for parties. And let’s face...
By: Staff | May 30, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Greek Meatball Mezze Bowls
With a variety of flavors and textures (and a whopping 30 grams of protein!), these Mediterranean-inspired meal-prep bowls will ke...
By: Carolyn A. Hodges, RD | January 16, 2020 | EatingWell
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10 Creamy Greek Yogurt Smoothies
With 23 grams of protein (!!!) in one cup of Greek yogurt, you're halfway to your daily protein goal after just one serving. But, ...
By: Moira Lawler | January 30, 2020 | Shape
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Recipe: Healthy Zucchini Bread
Zucchini bread is one of those baked goods that sounds super wholesome (it has vegetables in it, after all), but is often packed w...
By: Jessica Cording, M.S., C.D.N., R.D | June 20, 2019 | Shape
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Simple Ways to Work Fruit and Veggies Into Meals
How you eat when you're stressed is nothing to, well, stress about. Learn why, plus get some simple ideas for working produce back...
By: Victoria Seaver M.S., R.D. | April 24, 2020 | EatingWell
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Sweet Potato Polenta
If you’re looking for a new creamy polenta recipe, look no further. Polenta gets a major flavor (and nutritious!) upgrade with the...
By: Ananda Eidelstein | February 13, 2020 | Real Simple
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12 Healthy Breakfasts That Will Make You Forget All About Cereal
It's time to break up with your beloved cereal. Start your day with these clean eating breakfasts that cut out processed sugar and...
By: Colleen Travers | February 07, 2020 | Shape
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One-Pot Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole
This recipe is a good way to get vegetables into a meal, and all with easy, one-pot cooking. It features brown rice – the grain of...
By: Wellness Team | June 25, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Toasted Walnut and Raisin Energy Bars
This easy, quick recipe will make healthy snacking a breeze. You can substitute walnuts for other nuts and experiment with other s...
By: Wellness Team | June 03, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Fruit Kabobs With Yogurt Honey Dip
This simple, sweet and healthy treat is delicious and good for you too. Probiotics in the yogurt introduce beneficial bacteria to ...
By: Digestive Health Team | June 11, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Easy (and Healthy!) Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
This chicken noodle soup uses yolk-free noodles that are made with whole grains, and it’s a little heavier on veggies than most. I...
By: Staff | February 19, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Lentil Bolognese
“Once you master the rules, you can break them” applies to many crafts, including cooking. But in fact, whether you’re a pasta Bol...
By: Ann Milanowski | March 06, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Loaded Baked Potato With Black Beans
Turn your potato into a healthy meal! Try this protein-packed vegetarian meal for days when you don’t have time to cook. Bake the ...
By: Digestive Health Team | May 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Zucchini Curly Fries
This healthy recipe combines two bar food favorites--fried zucchini and curly fries--into one tempting package. Serve these baked ...
By: Editors | March 13, 2020 | EatingWell
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White Chicken Chili
Warm up with this hearty recipe that’s perfect for a cool weather day. It’s lower in fat and sodium and higher in fiber than tradi...
By: Staff | March 24, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Easy (and Healthy) Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
This chicken noodle soup uses yolk-free noodles that are made with whole grains, and it’s a little heavier on veggies than most. I...
By: Ann Milanowski | December 30, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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California Kale Cobb Salad
With artichoke hearts and avocado, this colorful and hearty kale salad will fill you up and fuel you with veggies, healthy fats, a...
By: Wellness Team | April 02, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Hearty Tomato, Bean, and Veggie Soup
This vegetable soup recipe is healthy, delicious and easy to make. Team this soup with some crisp apples or pears and a serving of...
By: Heart and Vascular Team | April 09, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Looking for a nibble with zing that’s still a vegetable? This recipe packs protein and fiber with some spice. Bring to a party, se...
By: Digestive Health Team | April 29, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Sweet Banana Smoothie
This banana smoothie recipe includes low-fat dairy products and can be combined with canned soft fruits (such as peaches, pears or...
By: Digestive Health Team | May 07, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Hearty Minestrone
Got leftover veggies hanging around? Green beans, baby potatoes, or sweet bell peppers? They're perfect for Minestrone soup, a hea...
By: Kary Osmond | December 31, 2019 | FoodStyles Package
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Recipe: Italian Cauliflower
If you’re a fan of roasted cauliflower, you know how perfectly the high-heat cooking method transforms the cruciferous vegetable i...
By: Ann Milanowski | June 06, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Summer Squash Farro Bowl
Look no further for your next satisfying, delicious, vegetarian dinner. This healthful recipe balances building blocks to create a...
By: Robby Melvin | July 01, 2020 | Real Simple
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6 Nutritious Carbs to Add to Your Diet
Our bodies and our brains need carbohydrates to work effectively. But not all carbohydrate sources are equal. Some, like white bre...
By: Nicci Micco | April 30, 2019 | EatingWell
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Recipe: Thai Summer Salad
This Thai salad is a kaleidoscope of fun textures, colors and flavors. The sweet and salty hints are balanced by the sour from the...
By: Kary Osmond | May 24, 2019 | FoodStyles Package
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7 Ways to Savor Summer Strawberries
With so many different types of produce available year-round at the grocery store, gone-but-not-forgotten is not really a thing an...
By: Becky Krystal | July 12, 2019 | The Washington Post
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Recipe: Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
The term “smoothie” comprises a variety of beverages, from wheatgrass-forward green drinks to glorified milkshakes. We’re very pro...
By: Wellness Team | July 03, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
