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8 Trader Joe's products you should leave on the shelf

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Lifestyle

Samantha Cassetty, RD / Updated Jul.14.2018 / 8:18 PM ET

These everyday items may seem like healthier options, but a nutritionist says to leave them on the shelf.

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Health news

Minimalist Baker

French fry recipes that won't derail your diet this weekend

Brianna Steinhilber / Updated Jul.13.2018 / 5:01 PM ET

Beets contain dietary nitrates that have been shown to increase blood and oxygen flow to the muscles.

Features

Snacking In Sneakers

8 summer superfoods that fuel your workout

Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD / Updated Jul.11.2018 / 9:25 PM ET

A better way to keep your food cool at the beach

A Better Way

A better way to keep your food cool at the beach

/ Updated Jul.11.2018 / 4:23 PM ET

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Features

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Not losing weight? Take a look at what you're drinking

Erica Lamberg / Updated Jul.11.2018 / 12:57 PM ET

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Features

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Why Mark Bittman wants you to be a part-time vegan

Margaret O'Malley / Updated Jul.10.2018 / 10:02 PM ET

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Tech News

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A fitness app for every workout excuse

Rebecca Norris / Updated Jul.10.2018 / 3:02 PM ET

Coffee is good for you (for real this time!)

Consumer

Coffee is good for you (for real this time!)

/ Updated Jul.10.2018 / 12:17 PM ET

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Health news

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7 food pairings that will boost nutrient absorption

Amy Gorin, RDN / Updated Jul.09.2018 / 7:08 PM ET

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Features

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Not losing weight? Nutrition confusion may be to blame

Samantha Cassetty, RD / Updated Jul.08.2018 / 2:40 PM ET

Mark Bittman thinks you're bad at eating

Books

Mark Bittman thinks you're bad at eating

/ Updated Jul.05.2018 / 12:51 PM ET

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Health news

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Genius hacks that make convenience foods healthier

Samantha Cassetty, RD / Updated Jul.05.2018 / 11:28 AM ET

Meat And Vegetables On Barbecue Grill

Lifestyle

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Healthy and delicious recipes for your Fourth of July barbecue

Brianna Steinhilber / Updated Jul.04.2018 / 6:38 PM ET

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Lifestyle

A better way to cut a watermelon

Margaret O'Malley / Updated Jul.04.2018 / 3:32 PM ET

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Health news

Want to lose weight? These micro-changes can make a big difference

Samantha Cassetty, RD / Updated Jul.03.2018 / 2:35 PM ET