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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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Should I Avoid Seed Oils in Nondairy Milks?

By Stephanie Soucheray

Overconsuming seed oils has been linked to chronic inflammation. Here’s what you need to know when purchasing nondairy milk.

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Do Nondairy Milks Have a Lot of Added Sweeteners?

By Stephanie Soucheray

Yes, they often do. Here’s what to know.

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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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3 Adaptogenic Herbs That Support Resiliency

By Henry Emmons, MD

Fortify your stress response — and mental well-being — with these supportive herbs.

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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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5 Things to Pay Attention to in Dairy-Free Milk

By Stephanie Soucheray

The nondairy milk aisle can be overwhelming. Cut through the confusion with this advice.

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Your Brain On Ultraprocessed Food

By Michael Dregni

Eating UPFs can wreak havoc on your digestion, gut health, and metabolism, but did you know they can also have a negative impact on your brain and mental health? Here’s how.

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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 Many Grams of Protein Are in an Egg?

By Tina Nguyen

A dietitian explains how you can hit your daily protein goals with this nutrient-dense food.

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I’m Pregnant. How Much Iodine Do I Need?

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

If you’re pregnant or nursing, here’s what you need to know about iodine intake.

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6 Common Myths About Hydrating Foods and Drinks

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

A Life Time dietitian offers insights about whether certain sources other than water support healthy hydration levels.

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How Much Iodine Do I Need?

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

It doesn’t take a lot to meet your daily requirement of this essential nutrient, but there a few important things to be aware of. Learn more.

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Can I Learn My Iodine Status?

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

It’s tricky. Here’s why and what you need to know.

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Why Is Iodine Controversial?

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

Learn about the complexity of balancing this essential nutrient and why it matters to your health.

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5 Things to Look for When Choosing a Protein Bar

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

A dietitian weighs in on what to look for on the ingredient list to select a healthy protein bar option.

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