While health experts recommend eating more fish and less red meat, concerns about mercury levels, sustainability, and cooking methods may prevent you from making this dietary change.

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Reducing calorie intake or increasing exercise can help with weight loss, but research shows that combining both methods is much more effective.

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While there is no universally accepted definition for superfoods, health professionals generally agree that these foods are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients (natural, disease-fighting compounds). Here are a few delicious superfoods to start eating now:

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Here are 10 easy ways to fill your plate with more fruits and vegetables:

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Whether you want to build more muscle or maintain it as you shed pounds, the foods you eat are as important as your workouts.

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Phytonutrients, or phytochemicals, are special plant nutrients that boost health and protect against disease. While there are many classes and types of phytonutrients, you should pay special attention to a few.

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The Paleo diet is an eating plan that mimics what was likely eaten during the Paleolithic era when our ancestors were hunters and gatherers.

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Loaded with vitamins and minerals.

The vitamin C in citrus fruits is an antioxidant that protects cells from free radical damage. Vitamin C also improves the absorption of non-heme iron (iron from plant sources). Citrus fruits supply the B vitamin folate, which plays a role in energy production, growth and development, and may help protect against heart disease. These fruits are also a source of potassium, which is important for muscle function and balancing fluids and electrolytes.

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Logging your foods can take the guesswork out of reaching your fitness goals. At MyFoodDiary, we make keeping a food diary easy. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your account.

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If you think summer is the best time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, you may be surprised at what winter offers. Cool-season produce is packed with phytonutrients that boost health and prevent disease.

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