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Carbohydrates: How carbs fit into a healthy diet
See why carbohydrates are important for your health and learn which ones to choose.
Change an unhealthy habit? Yes, you can! Here's how
Hooked on salty snacks? Too much TV bingeing? Follow these insider tips from a Mayo Clinic wellness coach to break the cycle and build healthy new habits.
Chart of high-fiber foods
Looking to eat more fiber every day? Here are some common foods that can help.
Dietary fat: Know which to choose
Not all fat is created equal. Find out which type of fat to choose — and which to avoid — for good health.
Dietary fiber: Essential for a healthy diet
Some of the health benefits of eating dietary fiber might surprise you. Find out what fiber can do for you and how to get more in your diet.
Get to know the new Nutrition Facts label
The recently revamped label makes it easier than ever to make healthy food choices. Get the facts from a Mayo Clinic dietitian.
Great expectations: How to keep them from creating unhappiness
Expectations are a part of life. But if dashed hopes are getting you down again and again, here's what to do about it.
How to live your best life in retirement
No more 9 to 5 means a whole new approach to life. Here's how to embrace retirement with healthy habits that can make your golden years quality years.
Sodium: How to tame your salt habit
Find out which foods have lots of this mineral and get tips on how to cut back.
Want a healthier dinnertime? Science says change your eating space
How and where you eat matters. From your plate size to your table, these expert-approved tips will help you navigate dinnertime like a seasoned pro.
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