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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 15m

📣 Exciting announcement: The 2026 #NationalNutritionMonth theme will be "Discover the Power of Nutrition!" 💪

🍎 Learn more about next year's theme, which will emphasize nutrition's role in helping individuals & communities thrive: sm.eatright.org/NNM

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 23h

No time to whip up a homemade meal? 😰

Try these four speedy meals courtesy of registered dietitian nutritionists Cordialis Msora-Kasago and Grace Derocha — you can dish them up without breaking a sweat! 🙌

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Fake a Homemade Dinner

Family meals are making a comeback and that's good news. For many families, dinner may be the only time to get together and find out what's going on in each other's lives.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 1d

Are "salt" and "sodium" the same thing? 🧐

🧂 See how the facts shake out by reviewing these guidelines!

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Is Sodium the Same Thing as Salt?

Most table salts are made from sodium chloride. So, salt used when preparing or flavoring foods usually contains sodium. And, health care providers often use the words sodium and salt interchangeably.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 1d

Trying to improve your eating habits? 🙋

☕ Whether you're guilty of skipping breakfast, ordering takeout a lot or drinking too much caffeine, here are ways to kick those habits to the curb!

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5 Tips to Kick Bad Eating Habits to the Curb

Do you find yourself skipping breakfast? Or, maybe, you find yourself getting jitters from too much coffee? It might be time to kick those habits to the curb.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 2d

✨Happy Diwali to you and your loved ones! ✨

🕯️ Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is among the most treasured and widely celebrated festivals in India and around the globe.

🔗 Learn about this joyous celebration in our new article by #eatright Ambassador Sangeeta Shrivastava, PhD, RDN!

Diwali: The Festival of Lights

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is among the most treasured and widely celebrated festivals in India and around the globe.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 5d

Exploring the journey of menopause? Remember, what you eat matters! 🥦

🍏 Get expert advice from registered dietitian nutritionist Su-Nui Escobar to help manage your symptoms ahead of #WorldMenopauseDay tomorrow.

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Nutrition and Menopause

Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, although it can happen earlier. Nutrition is crucial for maintaining overall health and may help in managing menopause symptoms.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 7d

Have you heard of sustainable eating? 🤔🌍

On #WorldFoodDay, learn more in this short video with registered dietitian nutritionist and #eatright spokesperson Lena Beal!

Sustainable Eating

Sustainable eating is about choosing foods that are healthful to the environment and your body.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 7d

Mushrooms add a meaty and savory deliciousness to a meal. They're also full of nutrients!

🍄 Learn about the different types of mushrooms and how you can incorporate these tasty fungi into your next dish. 😋

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Fun with Fungi: Garnish Your Meals with Mushrooms

They might be a type of fungus, but don't let that scare you away. Edible mushrooms are an excellent addition to your dinner plate: They're tasty, nutritious and versatile.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 8d

Did you know registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) are valuable resources for individuals with cystic fibrosis?

RDNs can create custom meal plans, ensure one’s vitamin and mineral needs are met and more. Read this overview from Barbara Gordon, RDN, LD.

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Cystic Fibrosis and Nutrition

Individuals with cystic fibrosis need to pay careful attention to their eating patterns. A registered dietitian nutritionist can help navigate the confusion.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 10d

On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, it's important to acknowledge the inhabitants of the Americas prior to Christopher Columbus' arrival and to raise awareness of the historical and current experiences of these people.

Here are a few ways to learn more.

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day

While indigenous or native cultures and communities are celebrated on different days in different countries, the second Monday in October is honored as Indigenous Peoples' Day in the United States.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 12d

In the U.S., exposure to lead is still a concern, especially for children who have access to toys with lead-based paint or individuals who live in older homes.

To help decrease lead absorption with nutrition, use these tips from Bethany Thayer, MS, RDN.

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How to Fight Lead Exposure with Nutrition

Although exposure to lead in the United States may have decreased in recent decades, many people are still affected. Fortunately, eating nutritious foods may help reduce the absorption of lead by the ...

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 12d

We've got the perfect recipe to celebrate #WorldEggDay and #NationalAppleMonth! 🥚 🍎

Check out this old-fashioned Wisconsin bacon and egg breakfast baked into a delicious casserole. 😋🥓

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Farmhouse Apple Bacon and Egg Casserole Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of an old-fashioned Wisconsin bacon and egg breakfast baked into this delicious casserole. An added bonus: You'll have an easier time achieving your health and nutrition goals!

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 13d

While some foods that belong in the fridge are more obvious, others may be quite surprising. 🤯

Take a look at this list of 10 surprising foods that benefit from refrigeration! 😲

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10 Surprising Foods You Should Be Refrigerating

You may already know milk, meat and eggs belong in the fridge. But what about less obvious foods? Storing these 10 foods in the fridge will help to keep them safe and taste great longer.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 14d

Autumn brings a bounty of new flavors! 😋🎃🍏

Use these tips from registered dietitian nutritionist Jessica Cording to incorporate seasonal foods into your family's meals and snacks.

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4 Fall Foods for Your Family

Summer's bounty of tomatoes and peaches may be over, but fall has its own advantages such as these delicious fall foods. Learn some simple, kid-friendly ways to add them to your family's meals.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 15d

Have you heard of a pineberry, limequat or jostaberry? 🤔

They're all hybrid fruits! Packed with flavor & nutrition, they can be a great addition to your meals & snacks.

Check out 10 different varieties to try on National Fruit at Work Day!

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10 Must-Know Hybrid Fruits

With bizarre names, hybrids might sound like weird science, but these fruits and their many cousins are more natural and familiar than you might think.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 15d

Want to encourage your child to eat more vegetables? 🧒

🌮 Try out this recipe on #NationalTacoDay using pinto beans as well as roasted zucchini, yellow squash and onion!

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Pinto Bean and Roasted Vegetable Tacos Recipe

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 16d

🍂 The #MidAutumnFestival is a Chinese holiday that gives thanks to crops harvested throughout the year & celebrates the moon goddess Chang’e.

🌕 Learn more about this event celebrated today, October 6, as well as the traditional foods eaten!

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Mid-Autumn Festival

Traditionally, Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated as a harvest festival; it’s an opportunity to give thanks to crops harvested throughout the year and celebrate the moon goddess Chang’e. Celebrations o...

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 19d

🌱 Curious about plant-based milks?

🥛 Registered dietitian nutritionist Sarah Klemm shares what they are, how they compare to cow's milk, and how to choose the right one for you based on your nutrient needs!

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Are Plant-Based Milks Right for Me?

Plant-based milks are dairy-free alternatives to cow’s milk. Each type of plant-based milk has a unique flavor and varies in the nutrients it provides.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 20d

🌾 Have you heard claims about psyllium husk on social media ? 🤔

✔️ Get the facts from registered dietitian nutritionist and #eatrightPRO spokesperson Lena Beal!

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Psyllium husk is being touted as ‘nature's Ozempic' – here's what experts say

It often looks like tiny wood shavings or a gloopy gel, and experts say it has benefits – but make sure to take it with enough water

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 20d

Is there a link between food color additives and ADHD? 🤔

🍭 Contrary to a commonly held notion by some, research on this topic has been inadequate or inconsistent.

🔗 Learn more from registered dietitian nutritionists at @eatrightpro.bsky.social!

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Food Color Additives and ADHD: Is There a Link?

Do color additives cause behavioral problems in children or add to the problems associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 22d

As the temperatures turn cooler, potato and kale soup makes a comforting dish. 🥔

🥬 Check out this delicious and nutritious recipe from registered dietitian nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner on #NationalKaleDay!

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Potato and Kale Soup Recipe

This hearty potato kale soup is perfect for a family dinner. A secret ingredient brings out its creaminess and texture.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 22d

🌾 Ever heard of "wheat meat," aka vital wheat gluten?

🍞 Read more about this isolated protein of wheat that's great for breads as well as meat alternatives in cooking!

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All About Vital Wheat Gluten

Vital wheat gluten is the isolated protein of wheat and is used in whole grain and whole wheat breads to improve the elasticity and texture of dough. It’s also a key ingredient in “wheat meat” such as...

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 23d

Happy National Coffee Day! ☕

Learn more about coffee’s potential health benefits and how many cups it’s safe to consume each day from registered dietitian nutritionist Sarah Klemm.

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Benefits of Coffee

If you think your morning cup of joe provides nothing more to your body than a jolt of caffeine, you might be pleasantly surprised to learn that your daily cup may provide some additional benefits as well.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 26d

Struggling to eat vegetables throughout the day? 🍄 Add them to your breakfast menu! 😋

🍽️ Try these delicious ideas to add more produce to your plate during #BetterBreakfastMonth and on #BetterBreakfastDay! 🥦

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Veggies for Breakfast? Yes!

Many Americans may find it easier to fit fruit into breakfast, but vegetables can have an equally delicious place at the table.

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eatright @eatright.bsky.social · 27d

Sea salt vs. table salt: What's the difference? 🤔

🧂 Find out in celebration of #NationalCookingDay today, with salty tips from registered dietitians Carolyn O'Neil and Kerry Neville!

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All About Sea Salt

Wherever there is saltwater, you can find sea salt – and each region and harvesting method has its own unique attributes.

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