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Can you eat kiwi skin?

Nov 11, 2026

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1 min read

Can you eat kiwi skin?

What you gain from the peel, who should skip it, and three ways Cleveland Clinic suggests making the fuzz easier to eat.

Why corn kernels show up looking whole after a meal

Nov 11, 2026

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1 min read

Why corn kernels show up looking whole after a meal

Cleveland Clinic explains the tough shell your body skips, and what the rest of the kernel does for your gut.

Is plain oatmeal healthier than flavored instant oatmeal?

Nov 11, 2026

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2 min read

Is plain oatmeal healthier than flavored instant oatmeal?

What oats' fiber may do for your heart, your appetite and your blood sugar, and how to fit slow-cooking oats into a busy morning.

Does Decaf Coffee Still Contain Caffeine?

Nov 9, 2026

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1 min read

Does Decaf Coffee Still Contain Caffeine?

The FDA on what decaf really means, how caffeine shows up on labels, and how to cut back without feeling miserable.

Is brown rice always healthier than white rice?

Nov 9, 2026

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2 min read

Is brown rice always healthier than white rice?

What rice does around the world, where arsenic fits in, and a simple trick that may soften white rice's effect on blood sugar.

Is dried fruit a healthy snack or just concentrated sugar?

Nov 6, 2026

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2 min read

Is dried fruit a healthy snack or just concentrated sugar?

What Harvard says about freeze-dried fruit, when fresh wins, and how a UMass study scored nine kinds of fruit snacks.

Should you rinse canned black beans?

Nov 4, 2026

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2 min read

Should you rinse canned black beans?

How cooking method affects dried beans, why rinsed beans still taste fine in recipes, and how few beans Americans actually eat.

Is 100% fruit juice as good as whole fruit?

Oct 30, 2026

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2 min read

Is 100% fruit juice as good as whole fruit?

How juice servings compare to whole fruit, why fiber matters and what a 100% label on the bottle actually means.

A Serving Size Is Not a Recommendation

Oct 26, 2026

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1 min read

A Serving Size Is Not a Recommendation

FDA's 2016 label update made serving sizes reflect real portions, and here is how to read them alongside calories and Daily Values.

Are frozen vegetables as healthy as fresh ones?

Oct 26, 2026

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2 min read

Are frozen vegetables as healthy as fresh ones?

Consumer Reports and Cleveland Clinic on when frozen or canned shines, what canning costs in nutrients, and what to check on the label.

Does a paper coffee filter matter for cholesterol?

Oct 23, 2026

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2 min read

Does a paper coffee filter matter for cholesterol?

What Harvard researchers say about how much coffee is too much, and what else your morning cup may affect.

Multigrain does not always mean whole grain

Oct 21, 2026

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1 min read

Multigrain does not always mean whole grain

Why label terms and bread color can mislead, and what to look for on the ingredient list instead.

Are sweet potatoes healthier than white potatoes?

Oct 16, 2026

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2 min read

Are sweet potatoes healthier than white potatoes?

How the two spuds differ as plants, how much the world grows, and an easy topping swap from Cleveland Clinic.

Prewashed Salad Does Not Need Another Rinse

Oct 14, 2026

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1 min read

Prewashed Salad Does Not Need Another Rinse

FDA tips on when to skip the rinse, how to avoid cross contamination, and how to buy and store bagged produce.

Are canned sardines a healthy choice?

Oct 14, 2026

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2 min read

Are canned sardines a healthy choice?

Harvard Health and Tufts on how much seafood to eat, why those soft bones matter, and what canning does to nutrients.

Do You Need to Avoid Nuts and Popcorn With Diverticulosis?

Oct 12, 2026

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2 min read

Do You Need to Avoid Nuts and Popcorn With Diverticulosis?

The NIDDK's general fiber target and more fiber-rich foods from its list, for anyone who wants to build on the advice.

Can You Eat Fruit If You Have Diabetes?

Oct 9, 2026

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2 min read

Can You Eat Fruit If You Have Diabetes?

The ADA’s carbohydrate examples show how portions differ among berries, melons and fruit juice.

Hard cheese and milk do not carry the same lactose

Oct 7, 2026

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Hard cheese and milk do not carry the same lactose

What the NIDDK says about which dairy foods are easier to tolerate and how to protect your calcium and vitamin D.

Should you avoid calcium-rich foods after a kidney stone?

Oct 7, 2026

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2 min read

Should you avoid calcium-rich foods after a kidney stone?

Why urologists say cutting dairy after a calcium stone is the wrong move, and what both sources say lowers your risk instead.

Beyond Sugar and Salt: The Overlooked Heart Risk

May 27, 2026

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3 min read

Beyond Sugar and Salt: The Overlooked Heart Risk

Prioritizing this nutrient could be a game-changer for heart health.

Genetic Luck and Alzheimer's Risk Reduction

May 27, 2026

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3 min read

Genetic Luck and Alzheimer's Risk Reduction

Lifestyle choices can help bridge the genetic gap.

Unlocking the Power of Brown Fat for Health

May 27, 2026

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3 min read

Unlocking the Power of Brown Fat for Health

Harnessing the body's natural calorie furnace can boost wellness.

Nourish Your Mood Key Micronutrients for Mental Wellness

May 27, 2026

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3 min read

Nourish Your Mood Key Micronutrients for Mental Wellness

Small changes in diet can yield significant emotional benefits.

Boost Heart Health and Control Blood Sugar

May 27, 2026

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3 min read

Boost Heart Health and Control Blood Sugar

Small dietary changes can yield significant wellness benefits.

Omega-3s Linked to Improved Mood Regulation

May 26, 2026

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3 min read

Omega-3s Linked to Improved Mood Regulation

Nourishing the brain can bring more calm and clarity.

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