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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Red Robin

Should you get the fries or the chips? Is a burger better than a pizza? We dish on what's healthy here.

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30 Unhealthiest Restaurant Chain Meals

When heading to your favorite chain restaurant, dietitians say you may want to skip these meals.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Carrabba's

Carrabba's Italian Grill has an endless menu of decadent foods and desserts. Make the healthiest menu choices with our handy guide.

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25 Easy Ways To Cut Calories

Make these changes to your eating habits to shave off calories while still enjoying your favorite things.

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The 16 Best High-Protein Restaurant Chain Meals

It’s possible—with a little bit of planning—to hit high protein numbers while eating at your fave spots.

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15 High-Fiber Swaps for Faster Weight Loss

RDs explain how you can make easy fiber swaps to help meet your health goals.

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The 10 Unhealthiest Fatty Foods

Not all fats are bad, but some fat-laden foods are worse for your health than others.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Hardee's

Check out our menu guide so you know what to order when you head to Hardee's.

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McDonald's Breakfast Menu—Ranked by Nutrition

Make sure the order you're lovin' is the one that's best for your health.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Little Caesars

RDs explain which pizzas to eat, and which ones to avoid next time you're at Little Caesar's.

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8 Easy 5-Ingredient Meals for Weight Loss

These dietitian-approved recipes are designed to support your weight loss journey with just a handful of ingredients.

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10 Ways to Spring Clean Your Diet

RDs share how to feel your best and get more out of the foods you're eating.

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10 Prebiotic Foods for Better Gut Health

Make sure you give your beneficial biome bacteria the proper fuel to thrive with these prebiotic foods.

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12 Best & Worst Taco Bell Breakfast Orders

What to eat and what to skip when you're looking for healthy options on the Taco Bell breakfast menu.

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The 10 Healthiest Drinks To Sip

These health-boosting beverages are worth adding to your diet.

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The 5 Healthiest Oils to Cook With—and 5 To Avoid

The ingredients you cook with, such as cooking oils, can affect your health—and some are better to use than others.

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6 Best Weight-Loss Breakfasts Under 400 Calories

These tasty breakfast ideas will keep you full and won't cost you many calories.

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The 6 Healthiest Sweeteners—and 6 to Avoid

We are here to help you pick the best way to sweeten up your day.

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10 Best & Worst Canned Chilis, According to Dietitians

Not all canned chilis are created equally, and some are significantly healthier than others.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Tim Hortons

When you're in the mood for coffee and a donut, you'll know exactly what to order off the Tim Hortons menu with this nutrition guide.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Zaxby's, According to RDs

When you need a wing fix, order wisely with our guide.

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5 Healthiest Trail Mixes—and 5 to Avoid

This snack can give you healthy fats, protein, and fiber, but not all brands are equally healthy.

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10 ‘Lazy’ Breakfast Ideas for Weight Loss

Strapped for time? These lazy breakfast ideas for weight loss are tasty and simple to prepare.

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11 Unhealthiest Dishes to Order at Chili’s

Chili’s menu is better known for its appealing flavor than healthfulness, but these dishes have some excessively unhealthy nutrition facts.

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15 Best Costco Desserts for Weight Loss

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these weight-loss-friendly desserts from Costco.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Denny's

Next time you head to America's diner, consider what these dietitians have to say about the healthiest and unhealthiest orders off the menu.

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This One Change to Your Diet Can Help You Lose Weight Faster

Speed up your weight-loss efforts by making this one simple tweak to your diet.

10 Foods You Must Avoid To Lose Weight in 2024

10 Foods You Must Avoid To Lose Weight in 2024

Dietitians share some of the grocery store buys you should leave on the shelf in the New Year if you're trying to lose weight.

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10 Best Eating Habits to Help Boost Your Metabolism

Exercise and genetics are part of it, but adopting these healthy eating habits can also speed things up.

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The #1 Best Fruit To Eat for Weight Loss

This versatile, delicious fruit is dietitian-approved for your weight loss efforts.

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