Healthy diets
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Flaxseed: Is ground better than whole?
Nutrition experts recommend ground flaxseed over whole flaxseed. Find out why.
Diabetes treatment: Can cinnamon lower blood sugar?
Learn what cinnamon's role may be as part of a diabetes treatment plan.
Mindfulness exercises
Engaging with the world around you can lower your stress. Here's how to practice mindfulness meditation.
Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition
A vegetarian diet can meet your nutritional needs if you make wise choices.
Grocery store secret: Shop the perimeter
Picture your favorite grocery store. Chances are that the outer aisles are where you'll find fresh produce, low-fat dairy products and lean meats. This is where you should concentrate most of your shopping time. Why? Fresh foods are generally healthier than are ready-to-eat foods.
Don't grocery shop on an empty stomach
Don't shop for groceries when you're hungry. Eat before you go. While you're at it, why not jot down a grocery list. With a full stomach and list in hand, you'll be less likely to be tempted by unhealthy foods.
DASH diet: Sample menus
Interested in following the DASH diet? Here are sample menus to get you started.
Low-glycemic index diet: What's behind the claims?
Find out about the low-glycemic index diet — an eating plan based on how food affects blood sugar levels.
Diverticulitis diet
A diverticulitis diet may be part of a treatment plan for acute diverticulitis.
Clear liquid diet
Need to be on a clear liquid diet? Learn which foods to eat and which foods to avoid.
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