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We all know sugar is bad. But can we get around that rule with honey or maple syrup? We asked nutrition scientist & educator Moneek Madra, PhD, to explain.
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With summer barbecues and picnics just around the corner, our expert gives tips for dips, their nutritional value, and the different ways they can promote health. Plus, a recipe for black bean dip!
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Children can often be picky eaters, which is also part of normal development, but sometimes, picky eating can become more serious. A dietitian explains what ARFID is and how to treat it.
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Not all carbs are created equally. Our expert nutritionist explains that high-quality carbs can be an important part of a healthy diet.
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- March 12, 2024
Milk alternatives, sometimes called non-dairy or plant-based milks, are on store shelves and in fridges everywhere, but our expert says they can't replace the nutrients found in dairy milk for kids.
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- March 8, 2024
A major study showed that protein is a key ingredient in healthy aging in women. Our expert nutritionist answers your questions about integrating it into your diet through plant-based sources
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- November 8, 2023
Leftovers go hand-in-hand with Thanksgiving, but they need to be stored and eaten safely. A Columbia microbiologist explains how you can safely enjoy the extra turkey and sides.
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- October 17, 2023
Norovirus, the most common stomach bug in the United States, makes the rounds every winter. Our expert GI doctor gives tips on how to avoid this highly contagious illness and what to do if you get it.
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- October 12, 2023
Everybody poops. But some of us get constipated, including children. Columbia expert Nicole Baron, PNP, explains why constipation can be a problem for kids and how to avoid it.
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Young people with diabetes need to become independent with their care as they leave home. Mary Farkouh shares tips to help with the transition to independent diabetes care.
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