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Oils are naturally found in certain foods and are commonly used in cooking, baking and frying. Some are used as flavoring and even in place of butter for dipping bread. Certain oils are better for cooking than others based on the amount of heat they can withstand, also referred to as oil’s smoke point. All oils contain fat and calories, but with so many oils to choose from, it can be hard to decipher which oils are best...

The salt in our foods and table salt is made up of sodium and chloride. Too much sodium is bad for your health, and can increase your blood pressure and make your kidneys work harder. It can also increase the risk for a heart attack or stroke.

Current dietary guidelines recommend that adults in general should consume no more than 2,300 mg of sodium per day. However, experts say that if you are in the following population groups, you...

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How many times have you been told to eat more fruits and vegetables? According to the USDA, the average person should eat approximately 1.5-2 cups of fruits per day. Fruits are an important source of fiber and antioxidants and have been shown to reduce risk of cancers and other chronic diseases. However, it is important to keep in mind that all fruits are NOT created equal!

The National Kidney Foundation offer 5 tips for making healthy...

Wendy Bazilian, DrPH, MA, RD Duane Sunwold

Spices and herbs have long been used to improve the taste, aroma and appeal of food. Now there’s evidence that these kitchen staples not only please our palate, but they may actually help improve our health. Research shows potential benefits of spices and herbs, which are rich in antioxidants and excellent sources of other vitamins and minerals. Modern science has begun to examine the...