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5 foods rich in heart-healthy polyphenols

Research has indicated that foods such as chocolate, red wine, and olive oil, which are rich in natural chemical compounds called polyphenols, may offer protection from heart disease.

White Bean and Tomato Bruschetta Salad

Check out the recipe for this delicious white bean and tomato bruschetta salad.

6 Healthy Eating Tips for Big Game Day

It’s time for the big game. Don’t put yourself on the sidelines afterward with some unhealthy snacking. Instead, savor these tips from UT Southwestern.

Healthy Crockpot Chicken

Check out this recipe for a simple, healthy crockpot chicken.

7 drinks that may affect your cancer risk

You are what you eat, but you’re also what you drink! UT Southwestern pops the top on 7 beverages that may affect your cancer risk.

Snack hack: Make healthy snacks work for you!

Some people get up to 25 percent of their daily calories from snacks! UT Southwestern shares tips on healthy snacking as part of a balanced diet.

Are nuts good for your heart?

It’s heart-smart to go nuts! Our dietitian explains how eating tree nuts is good for the heart and the taste buds.

Cancer Prevention: Nutrition

Research has shown time and again that our lifestyle choices – including diet and nutrition – have a major effect on our overall health and cancer risk.

Can eating earlier in the day jumpstart weight loss?

Can eating earlier in the day be the key for fast, safe weight loss? Our dietitian says it may be, and shares other two more simple tips for losing weight.

How does nutrition affect pancreatic cancer?

Pancreatic cancer is a serious disease that many people don’t know a lot about. Join the monthly #PancSM Twitter chat to discuss risk factors and treatments. Add your voice –#CallOutCancer today.

4 foods to ease cold and flu symptoms

The flu and common cold make us feel crummy. But certain foods can help ease cold and flu symptoms. Our dietitian explains how diet affects the immune system.

Grilling and healthy eating: A few tasty tricks

You can make grilled food healthier by following a few simple tricks, says a UT Southwestern dietitian.

The Mediterranean diet shouldn't be Greek to your heart

Following the Mediterranean diet is heart-healthy. But what does that mean? A dietitian from UT Southwestern Medical Center explains.

Coumadin users: Let us go easy on the lettuce

Summertime is traditionally one of the best times to enjoy salads. Seasonal fruits and vegetables are readily available and at peak flavor, and keeping your kitchen cool is easier when there’s no need to turn on the oven.