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🍊 Looking to boost your vitamin C intake this holiday season?

Registered dietitian nutritionists and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokespeople Caroline Susie and Angel Planells share their food recs!

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10 Easy Ways to Add Vitamin C to Your Diet
Explore ten simple and quick ways you can get more vitamin C out of the foods you already enjoy along with some new tasty additions.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:50 PM
🥣 Doing some baking this holiday season?

🍪 On #BakeCookiesDay today, try these tips and ingredient swaps from registered dietitian nutritionist Jessica Cox to make baked goods with more nutrients and less added sugars and saturated fat!

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Healthy Baking Alternatives
While many baked goods are a major source of both added sugars and solid fats, dessert still can be an enjoyable part of a well-balanced eating pattern by using these healthier baking alternatives.
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December 18, 2025 at 3:47 PM
🍪 The holidays are the perfect time to teach kids about cooking and nutrition!

🥣 Check out these tips for cooking with the young ones in your life, including what cooking tasks are appropriate for each age.

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The Joy of Cooking with Kids During the Holidays
With special treats and family gatherings, the perfect time to teach your child about cooking and nutrition is during the holidays!
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December 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Contrary to popular belief, preparing nutritious family dinners on weeknights doesn’t have to be stressful! 😌

🍽️ Here are a few easy and effective approaches for family meals you can use during the busy holiday season.

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Delicious Family Dinners for Weeknights
There are several simple steps that can help families get a tasty dinner on the table easily and quickly. It all starts with a little planning and meal time organization. Then, get everyone involved i...
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December 16, 2025 at 6:35 PM
🧁 On #NationalCupcakeDay, try this recipe for chocolate zucchini cupcakes by registered dietitian nutritionist Stacey Antine!

They're great for breakfast or a satisfying snack. 😋

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Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes Recipe
Cupcakes for breakfast? Yes, and they have zucchini! This breakfast treat will be sure to get the whole family up and energized to start their day.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:10 PM
DYK? Peak pear season is during the fall and winter months! 🍐

Find out how to select, store and enjoy them throughout the holiday season from registered dietitian nutritionist Marisa Moore and Kerry Neville!

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All About Pears
Often compared nutritionally to apples, pears hold their own. A member of the rose family, pears are delicious in both sweet and savory dishes, and can be enjoyed raw, stewed, sautéed, baked, roasted, poached and grilled.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Hanukkah, a Jewish holiday that is celebrated over an 8-day period, commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.

Learn more about Hanukkah as well as some of the traditional foods served during this festive holiday that begins tonight! 🕎

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Hanukkah: Celebrating the Festival of Lights
A long-celebrated holiday among Jewish people, Hanukkah, or Chanukah, means “dedication” and commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.
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December 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
❄️ Serving nutritious, in-season foods will keep your family happy and healthy no matter the winter weather!

🐟 Try these tasty options courtesy of registered dietitian nutritionist Karen Collins.

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Winter Foods for Kids
When the temperatures drop and the daylight hours are shorter, energy levels can take a big dip, right along with mood. These foods will help your kids stay healthy -- and happy -- this winter.
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December 12, 2025 at 6:53 PM
❄️ There are plenty of ways to stay active during winter, even if there's cold weather, snow and ice where you live!

🚶‍♂️ Here are some fun, family-friendly ways to engage in physical activity.

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Family Exercise Ideas for Every Season
The key to an active family is finding fun things to do in every season. Aim for a goal of 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for kids of moderate activity daily -- no matter the weather!
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December 11, 2025 at 3:52 PM
✨ Our latest Nutrition Fact Check topic on saturated fats is now out! ✨

🔗 Find evidence-based information, including an article, an infographic and a one-pager, plus sources, studies and a list of references, at sm.eatright.org/NFCfats

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December 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🎁 When sending homemade food gifts in the mail for the holidays, always keep food safety in mind!

📦 Use these tips from registered dietitian nutritionists at @eatrightpro.bsky.social to safely mail your packages.

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How to Safely Mail Homemade Gifts
Whether you are sending a package for the holidays, commemorating a special occasion or just showing that you care, keep food safety in mind when shipping care packages that contain food.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:14 PM
🌡️ Keep your holiday meals safe and delicious by making sure your food thermometer is accurate!

Check out these #FoodSafety tips from registered dietitian nutritionists at @eatrightpro.bsky.social.

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Is Your Food Thermometer Accurate?
Have you ever thought of taking your thermometer's temperature? For the sake of both food safety and quality, it’s a good idea to give your food thermometer a regular check-up.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:35 PM
For many young people, having unrealistic goals about their appearance can lead to an unhealthy body image & low self-esteem, as well as disordered eating behaviors.

Help your kids develop a positive body image this holiday season with tips from Sarah Klemm, RDN, CD, LDN.

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Body Image and You
It’s not uncommon for teenagers and adults to look in the mirror and wish they looked different from the reflection staring back at them.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Today is #WorldSoilDay! 🥕

It's a great day to find out how food gets from the farm to the supermarket to your home.

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Where Does Our Food Come From?
Whether it’s a plant-based or animal-based food, there’s a process that involves many systems including manufacturing and transportation, and it often involves countries around the world. Let’s explor...
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December 5, 2025 at 8:58 PM
While raw cookie dough may look gooey and delicious, eating it could make you sick! 🤢

🍪 In honor of #NationalCookieDay today, review these food safety tips from the registered dietitian nutritionists at @eatrightpro.bsky.social!

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Cookie Rookie Pledge
When handling raw cookie dough with kids, keep these safety tips in mind.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
🍽️ Are you hosting a gathering this holiday season?

If you are and want to lighten up your food offerings without sacrificing taste, try some of these options! 😋

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Helpful Tips for Healthy Holiday Parties
As the holidays approach, parties become numerous, and with each party comes the challenge of keeping your commitment to healthful eating.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Celiac disease is a lifelong condition that damages the lining of the small intestine and prevents it from absorbing parts of food that are important for health.

Learn about the risk factors, symptoms and diagnosis, and consider seeing a registered dietitian nutritionist.

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Celiac Disease: An Introduction
In the United States, countless individuals struggle with celiac disease -- a lifelong condition -- which damages the lining of the small intestine and prevents it from absorbing parts of food that are important for health if left untreated.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Making smart food choices is especially important for people with HIV/AIDS.

In honor of #WorldAIDSDay, review these nutrition tips and learn how a registered dietitian nutritionist can help.

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Nutrition Tips to Keep the Immune System Strong for People with HIV/AIDS
The inflammatory nature of HIV and AIDS puts those who have it at greater risk for infection, kidney failure and certain types of cancer. However, eating a healthy diet may help reduce the risk of dev...
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December 1, 2025 at 6:10 PM
🦃 Are you enjoying Thanksgiving leftovers today?

🍽️ To make sure you're reheating your food properly, review these handy #foodsafety guidelines!

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Leftover Safety
Saving leftovers is a great way to avoid overeating. Before you eat, follow these steps to reduce your risk of food poisoning.
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November 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
🦃 Happy #Thanksgiving! 🍁

🍲 After your celebration, reinvent the feast with your family the next day. 😋

🌯 Some delicious, nutritious ideas include a turkey-berry wrap, a crunchy turkey salad, blended cranberry smoothies and more!

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Reinventing Thanksgiving
Nothing tastes better than turkey with all the trimmings! But what about leftovers?
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November 27, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🍓 Do you prefer freeze-dried or fresh fruits?

🍌 Registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokesperson Theresa Gentile breaks down the difference!

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The Nutritional Differences Between Freeze-Dried And Fresh Fruit - Tasting Table
While freeze-dried fruit contains much of the same vitamins and nutrients as fresh fruit, its sugars are more concentrated and it's way easier to eat too much.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:52 PM
🌡️ A food thermometer is the only way to ensure food is cooked to the proper internal temperature and harmful bacteria are eliminated.

🦃 Review these tips for using this tool in a safe, effective way ahead of Thanksgiving!

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A Short Guide to Food Thermometers
You can't tell if a food is safely cooked by sight, smell or even taste. A food thermometer is the only way to ensure food is cooked to the proper internal temperature and harmful bacteria are elimina...
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November 26, 2025 at 4:11 PM
🦃 Thanksgiving week is also Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Awareness Week.

This is a good time to review the symptoms of GERD from Andrea Johnson, RD, CSP, LDN, and find out how your food choices can help reduce flare-ups.

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Gastroesophageal Reflux
Many people have a passing case of indigestion from time to time. But when it occurs frequently, it could be indicative of a more serious condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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November 25, 2025 at 6:32 PM
🍎 Registered dietitian nutritionist and @eatrightpro.bsky.social spokesperson Sandra Arévalo explains how smart snacking can offer anti-aging benefits!

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The Anti-Aging Benefits of Snacking - Consumer Reports
Snacking can help counter common problems of aging. Learn how snacking can boost energy, help you stay stronger, and even prevent illness.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Do you call it stuffing or dressing? 🍞

Whatever you call it, the Thanksgiving feast isn't complete without it! 🦃

To prepare this side properly, follow these food safety tips.

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Top Tips for Safe Stuffing
Stuffing needs to be prepared safely so your holiday doesn't provide vivid stories of food poisoning.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:14 PM