Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC, CPT - Page 2

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15 Low-Calorie Snacks That Are Actually Unhealthy

Just because a snack is marketed as low-calorie doesn't make it healthy. Many of these grocery store items are filled with additives, sweeteners, and other questionable ingredients.

The 9 Healthiest Menu Items at Smoothie King

A dietitian helps you choose which smoothies to sip on and which to avoid.

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Are RXBars Healthy?

These protein bars are made with whole foods, but they can also be high in sugar—so are they actually healthy?

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11 Healthiest Gluten-Free Cookies

You can still eat your favorite treats even if you're avoiding gluten.

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The Best Healthy Desserts on Store Shelves

Something sweet doesn't have to be sinful—there are plenty of healthy desserts to be found.

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The Best & Worst On the Border Menu Items

Looking to get some grub at the Mexican chain? Reference this list of the healthiest items before you order.

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11 Highest-Quality Black Teas

Black tea contains a whole host of potential health benefits, and these varieties taste great, too.

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5 Healthiest Cream Cheeses—and 3 To Avoid

Brands like Philadelphia and Organic Valley are on the list of the best cream cheeses you can buy.

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Is Beef Jerky Healthy? We Asked a Dietitian

Before you grab a bag of your favorite jerky, read what our expert RD has to say about the nutrition.

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13 Best High-Protein Drinks on Grocery Shelves

Sip on these delicious drinks for an easy and refreshing protein boost.

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8 Healthiest Blaze Pizza Menu Orders

See our analysis of the menu, from salad to pizza to dessert, to find the best and worst meal choices.

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6 Healthiest Frozen Pizza Rolls—and 3 To Avoid

Yes, it's possible to find healthy, wholesome, tasty pizza rolls with feel-good ingredients.

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15 Unhealthiest Ice Cream Pints on Grocery Shelves

These popular pints may taste delicious, but they're also loaded with sodium, saturated fat, and artificial ingredients.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Bob Evans

Here's what to order at the affordable, family-friendly chain with an all-day breakfast.

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7 Healthiest Rolls on Grocery Shelves

Yes, it's possible to find tasty, nutritionally beneficial dinner rolls that your whole family will love.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Maggiano's

Treat yourself while still sticking to your health goals with these Maggiano's menu tips.

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10 Best & Worst Cheddar Cheeses

Find out which cheddar brands are healthiest based on sodium, calcium, and quality of ingredients.

12 Ice Cream Brands That Use the Lowest Quality Ingredients

12 Ice Creams With the Lowest Quality Ingredients

Many ice creams in the freezer aisle aren't made with just milk, cream, and sugar—and that's a bad thing.

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12 Healthiest Iced Teas on Grocery Shelves

A dietitian helps you navigate through refreshing iced teas packed with antioxidants and away from bottles loaded with sugar.

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8 Healthiest Hot Sauces—and 3 to Avoid

An RD picks the best (and worst) hot sauces for when you want to turn up the heat.

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8 Benefits of Eating Healthy Fats

A dietitian breaks down the essential role of healthy fats in regulating hormones, reducing inflammation, and even heart health.

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The 14 Best and Worst Menu Items at Cinnabon

Cinnabon's pastries and cinnamon rolls are far from being 'healthy' but there are some menu items that are better for you than others.

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The 7 Best Drinks To Stop Sugar Cravings

Minimize or eliminate your sugar cravings with the help of these dietitian-approved beverages.

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10 Healthiest Plant-Based Meats—and 3 to Avoid

Plant-based meats aren't always healthy. Here are the best ones to buy, according to a dietitian.

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7 Warning Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Iron

A dietitian shares some of the most common symptoms of iron deficiency.

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The 14 Best & Worst Menu Items at Firehouse Subs

RDs pick the healthiest and unhealthiest orders at this popular sub chain.

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13 Foods To Lower Cholesterol

Eating the right foods is one of the most effective ways to lower—or maintain healthy levels of—your cholesterol. Here's what you should stock up on.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Hooters

These items at the popular wing chain will keep your diet on track—or set you back!

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15 Healthiest Nut Butters on Grocery Shelves

Made with clean, simple ingredients, these healthy nut butters make for the perfect addition to toast, smoothies, and other recipes.

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The #1 Healthiest Order at Olive Garden

An RD shares how you can eat healthy at your favorite Italian-American chain.

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