Nutrition

March 27, 2026

Addicted to sweets? How to reduce sugar intake in these 5 steps

Southerners love their sugar. Learn how you can help your diet by curbing your intake.

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How to spot disordered eating in your teen

Signs of disordered eating can be subtle, and early detection and intervention are key.

The benefits of magnesium and how to get enough

Magnesium can boost mood, improve sleep, strengthen muscles and more.

Fun candy alternatives for Halloween

Stock your treat bowl with these easy, fun options to cut down on fun-sized candy bars.

The ultimate fall produce guide

Heading to the farmers market? Make your grocery list with our seasonal fall produce guide.

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Vanderbilt Health is here to help if you or your loved one is feeling sick or has a minor injury. Dozens of locations throughout Middle Tennessee offer convenient hours — and can even bring a provider to you.

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Tips to help your child find constipation relief

How to keep things moving when your child is constipated.

Is iron-deficiency anemia making you tired?

The condition affects more than 1 billion people worldwide. See if your symptoms match up.

Listen to your gut about when to take probiotics

Don’t waste your money on expensive supplements unless you’re taking antibiotics or having gastrointestinal symptoms.

Food when stressed? When sad? How to manage emotional eating

Turning to food because of mood, not hunger, is called emotional eating. Here's how to break the habit.

Plant-based diets: What’s all the buzz about?

Learn the benefits of a plant-based diet and create a strategy for optimal nutrition.

Put food safety first at farmers markets

Keep food safety in mind when shopping at your local farmers markets.