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Do you find yourself starving by three or four o’clock in the afternoon? Do you typically ignore your hunger pangs and postpone eating until dinner? Cooper Clinic Nutrition provides tips to help manage midday hunger.
Add color to your menu to keep your holiday festivities healthy and delicious.
Learn fast and easy healthy options to help you stay on the road of good health this summer.
Juicing is quickly becoming a hot trend for weight loss. But does it really help you squeeze more vitamins and minerals in your diet?
The prevalence of celiac disease has soared in the United States. Make sure you know the facts and how to diagnosis this condition.
They say you are what you eat. Keep your skin healthy and looking younger with these five foods.
Are healthier food choices more expensive than junk food? A government study shows that this preconceived notion may not be true, depending on how you measure it.
Should you rewash prewashed produce? Follow these 12 tips to avoid food-borne bacteria and illnesses.
Discover healthy eating strategies to fit your lifestyle.
Discover how you can fuel your aerobic exercise with proper nutrition.
Simple substitutions in meals can help promote heart health. Find out how to easily add heart-healthy foods into your meals.
Maintaining a healthy weight is an important element of your health. Read how a nutritious diet can help you achieve your weight loss goals.
Find out how to jumpstart your healthy diet with science-based eating habits.
Understand the theory behind sequential eating and how you can aid your digestion process.
Discover how to enjoy savvy substitutions in your holiday treats without losing control of your health goals.
Your nutrition plan has a direct impact on your waistline. Read how your diet and weight can impact diabetes prevention.
Do you feel like you’re constantly fighting food cravings? Learn about the brain’s chemistry and how it relates to food addiction.
Learn how to make nutritious eating choices and control your appetite when you’re strapped for time and on the move.
Celebrate National Whole Grains Month by learning what the healthiest choices are and why whole grains should be an essential element in your diet.
What do you know about your metabolism? Find out what a simple test can tell you about your personal metabolic rate and daily caloric needs.
How can you encourage your child to eat nutritious foods?
Did you know that Dallas residents eat out more than any other major city? Make sure you’re armed with the nutrition facts before your next restaurant visit.
Have you considered the calorie count in your favorite ballpark snacks? These tricks teach you how to stay healthy while cheering for your favorite team.
Do you grill your hamburgers or chicken to a safe temperature? Learn the do’s and don’ts for healthy summer grilling.
It’s easy to let salads become a boring side dish. Make salad a staple in your healthy diet by keeping it fun and fresh.
Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day! Watch why it’s important to eat a healthy, hearty breakfast each morning and why fiber is your best bet for a great start.
Did you know that not all fats are created equal? Read more about which fats are good for you and which to avoid.
Are you incorporating fruits and vegetables into your daily diet? Learn easy fixes for a colorful and healthy plate.
Whether you’re making adjustments to your eating habits or starting a new plan, Cooper Clinic registered dietitian nutritionists offer tips to put together a healthy plate every meal.
Are you managing hypertension with the help of nutrition? We've got the best foods to keep a healthy blood pressure.
How do you keep your cholesterol under control? Find out which foods to avoid and which to buy to keep your heart in check.
Do you ever wonder which of your favorite foods are the healthiest? Cooper Clinic Nutrition Services can help you make healthier choices during your next grocery store visit.
Get your diet on track with simple and consistent changes from Meridan Zerner, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, Cooper Clinic Sports Dietitian.
Making New Year's resolutions is the easy part. Sticking to them is tough. Don't let your nutrition goals suffer during the New Year. Our registered dietitians have some tips for making a plan you'll stick to.
A sample at the store, an extra dollop of whipped cream and a bite off your favorite cookie can add up quick! If your goal this season is to maintain and not gain weight, you might want to watch your "harmless" small bites. Follow our fun scenario to see how easy calories can add up.
Tis the season for family, fun and food! While casseroles, dressings and pecan pie are some of our holiday favorites, it's important to stick to your nutritional goals. Read more about how to enjoy the foods you love while making new traditions this Thanksgiving.
Everyone loves a little crunch in their bite. But are your favorite nuts packed with healthy or unhealthy fat? Learn more and get nuts about your favorite snacks and toppings, plus get some great recipes to use with nuts.
While a lot of Halloween focus is on trick-or-treating for candy, your family doesn't have to stick to the norm. Have you tried giving out mini bags of popcorn or donating your leftover candy? Learn more about helpful tips and tricks to ensure you have a successfully, nutritious Halloween.
Whether your kids bring their lunch to school or prefer the school cafeteria, it's important the entire family understands the healthy options available. Read more to find out easy ways your kids can have healthy lunches made at home or from the cafeteria line.
Reading a food label can be quite intimidating. They are required by the FDA, so it's important to know exactly what you're reading. Get to know the basics about food labels as well as what you should be looking for in vitamins, serving size, ingredients and more.
Omega-3s are essential for your heart, brain and overall health. Even though seafood is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids, you may also obtain them from other food groups. Learn how to increase your daily omega-3 intake with easy substitutions and ingredients.
The kids are home from school and the summer days are getting warmer; why not treat the entire family to a summer picnic! We'll show you simple ways to put together the perfect, healthy picnic that everyone will enjoy.
We all love iced tea, lemonade and cold juice during the hot, summer months. But your favorite cool drinks might be loaded with more calories than you think. Read more about simple ways to swap ingredients in refreshing beverages this season.
Sodium has been a hot topic in the news recently. Many Americans are consuming much more sodium than what is required, which can lead to hypertension and more. Do you consume more than 2,300 mg per day or do you know how much that really is? Read more about our recommendations for sodium intake.
If you're a caffeine fiend, you might want to slow down your intake or try healthier options. While a moderate amount of caffeine is harmless, many people consume more than is recommended. Learn more about ways to decrease your bad caffeine habits.
Are you getting enough calcium and vitamin D? Along with your daily supplements, calcium and vitamin D3 are present in many different foods. Incorporating these foods into your diet will help you optimize your bone health. Read more about integrating the proper nutrients for bone health.
We hear the term going green almost daily, but how does this translate to our diet? Eating right and going green is not about sacrificing foods you love, giving up entire food groups or strictly eating vegetables. Going green is a diverse plan that involves eating real, fresh, and flavorful food. It also focuses on considering our environment when making food choices and exercising lifestyle habits.
While carbohydrates sometimes get a bad rap, they are a great source of fuel food. Carbs are imperative for muscle, brain, and nervous system function. Read more about picking the right carbohydrates and how they can fuel our system to top performance.
Just because you crave delicious, warm comfort foods during winter doesn't mean you have to pack on the calories. With help from a Cooper Clinic dietitian, learn more about simple ways to substitute healthy ingredients into your comfort food favorites.
All too often we find ourselves without the time to cook a meal because of our on-the-go lifestyles. If you find yourself needing to cruise through the closest drive-thru, read these healthy guidelines on choosing the best meals for the family.