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

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

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Put food safety first at farmers markets

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

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5 Southern holiday traditions that are actually good for you

We’ve rounded up some Southern customs actually beneficial to your health. Enjoy!

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Sip on these refreshing mocktail recipes

Use these mocktail recipes to create your own non-alcoholic drinks without sacrificing flavor.

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Ideas for healthier office meeting food

Workplace meetings don't have to be fueled by doughnuts and candy.

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The best fall fruits and vegetables

New season, new variety of fresh local produce.

5 tips for packing healthy school lunches

5 tips for packing a healthy school lunch

Packing a healthy school lunch isn't complicated with these simple tips.

Convenient Care Closer to Home

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.

Do children need a multivitamin?

Why a daily multivitamin is probably a waste of money — and what you should be giving your kids instead.

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Four heart-healthy diet tips to add flavor to your food

Tips for adding great flavor to foods while avoiding saturated fat and sodium.

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Fighting stress with food — the healthy kind

How to stress-proof your diet to minimize emotional eating.

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How to fight a craving for junk food

How to cope when a craving strikes.

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Debunking 4 common carb myths

A registered dietitian sets the record straight on carbohydrates.

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7 tasty ways to use pumpkin seeds

Add versatile pumpkin seeds to your kitchen pantry.

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