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What’s the Difference Between Hyperpalatable and Ultraprocessed Foods?

By Catherine Guthrie

There is a big overlap between the two types of foods, but there are differences too. Here’s what to know.

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5 Ways to Reclaim Your Palate from Junk Food

By Catherine Guthrie

Ultraprocessed and hyperpalatable foods have hijacked our taste buds and health. Here’s how to take them back.

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How to Break Free From Hyperpalatable Foods

By Catherine Guthrie

Grocery stores are full of food products engineered to make us keep eating them. Discover how they hook us — and how to favor more whole foods.

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How to Add More Antioxidant-Rich Foods to Your Diet

By Catherine Guthrie

You don’t have to overhaul your diet to get more antioxidants. Try these easy add-ons and substitutions.

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Simple Tips to Add More Protein to Your Diet

By Catherine Guthrie

You don’t have to overhaul your diet to get more protein. Try these easy add-ons and substitutions.

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Simple Tips to Add More Fiber to Your Diet

By Catherine Guthrie

You don’t have to overhaul your diet to get more fiber. Try these easy add-ons and substitutions.

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How to Add More Fiber, Protein, and Antioxidants to Your Plate

By Catherine Guthrie

You don’t necessarily need to overhaul your diet in order to eat well. Try these easy add-ons to get more of the nutrients that matter.

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How Anthocyanins Support Eye Health

By Catherine Guthrie

Anthocyanins are found in pigment-rich foods and target light-induced oxidative stress in ocular tissue. Learn how they work — as well as the best dietary sources.

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How Lutein and Zeaxanthin Support Eye Health

By Catherine Guthrie

These two carotenoids protect the retina from damaging blue light. Learn how they work as well as the best dietary sources.

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How Astaxanthin Protects Your Eyes

By Catherine Guthrie

This potent antioxidant helps protect against dry-eye disease. Learn how it works — as well as the best dietary sources.

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Looking to Support Your Eye Health? Try Glutathione

By Catherine Guthrie

Along with supporting eye health, this antioxidant fights toxicity, chronic disease, and premature aging. Learn how it works — as well as good food sources.

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How Omega-3s Support Healthy Eyes

By Catherine Guthrie

Omega-3s can help ease eyestrain. Learn how they work — as well as the best dietary sources.

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The Role Vitamin C Plays to Support Healthy Eyes

By Catherine Guthrie

This powerful antioxidant helps to protect the eyes from sun damage. Learn how it works — as well as the best dietary sources.

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How Vitamin A Supports Eye Health

By Catherine Guthrie

This powerful antioxidant fights night blindness and dry-eye disease. Learn how it works — as well as the best dietary sources.

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Sunglasses: More Than Just a Cool Accessory

By Catherine Guthrie

Wearing sunglasses isn’t just about style — they’re a crucial line of defense for protecting your vision. Here’s what to look for when choosing your next pair.

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How to Eat for Eye Health

By Catherine Guthrie

When it comes to eating for healthy eyes, carrots are just the beginning. Discover the best nutrients for eye health.

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How Ultraprocessed Foods Wreak Havoc on Your Metabolism

By Catherine Guthrie

Eating UPFs can undermine your digestion, gut health, and metabolism. Here’s why.

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6 Ways to Cut Back on Ultraprocessed Foods (UPFs)

By Catherine Guthrie

UPFs make up almost three-quarters of America’s food supply. Here are some tips to help reduce your consumption of ultraprocessed foods.

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Anatomy of a Gluten-Free Hamburger Bun

By Catherine Guthrie

Gluten-free hamburger buns may seem like a healthier choice, but they often contain many ultraprocessed ingredients. Here’s a look at what’s inside.

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How Does Eating Sugar Affect Insulin?

By Catherine Guthrie

Discover how excessive sugar disrupts natural blood-sugar levels and contributes to metabolic disorders.

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Are Artificial Sweeteners Better Than Sugar?

By Catherine Guthrie

Here’s what the research says.

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