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Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC

Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC

Articles by Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC

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Healthy Eating

Do Dairy Foods Really Cause Inflammation?

Can they lead to inflammation, or is this just one more myth that has spiraled out of control?
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Healthy Eating

Foods You Don’t Have To Give Up To Lose Weight

Great news! You can still enjoy some of your favorite foods during your weight loss journey.
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Drink This, Not That!

Why This Dietitian Recommends 'Damp' January

A dietitian explains why a balanced approach to drinking alcohol might be more beneficial than dry Jan.
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Drink This, Not That!

9 Surprising Ingredients To Add to Your Smoothie for Weight Loss

Drop pounds with the help of these unexpected foods and drinks that add a boost of nutrition to your blended beverages.
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Healthy Eating

Are 'Detoxing Foods' Actually a Thing?

Dietitians give the lowdown on whether or not eating certain foods can actually detox the body.
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Healthy Eating

Food & Drinks That May Cause Chronic Fatigue

Limiting or avoiding these foods may help you feel more energized while minimizing some of the symptoms.
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Healthy Eating

11 High-fiber Keto-friendly Foods

Here's how to make sure you get your daily dose of fiber while also following the keto diet.
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Healthy Eating

Eating and Drinking Habits That May Cause Dry Skin

Find out which eating and drinking habits can potentially impact our body's ability to retain moisture.
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Healthy Eating

Move Over Quinoa, There’s a New Grain in Town

Sorghum is a whole grain that may provide helpful nutrients for gut health and heart health.
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Healthy Eating

Immune-Supporting Snacks Your Kids Need To Try

These healthy treats provide your child with immune-boosting nutrients.
The Best Snacks To Prevent Holiday Weight Gain
Healthy Eating

The Best Snacks To Prevent Holiday Weight Gain

Have these on hand for when the winter food cravings arise.
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Healthy Eating

Best Condiments to Help Make Healthy Dinners ASAP

Quickly cooking a healthy, delicious meal might be easier than you think, thanks to these condiments.
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Healthy Eating

The One Nutrient We May Be Missing for a Longer Life

How antioxidants may play a role in longevity and how to eat more antioxidant-rich foods.
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Drink This, Not That!

Holiday Drinks To Avoid if You Have High Blood Pressure

You may want to limit the drinks that are loaded with added sugar, sodium, caffeine, or alcohol.
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Restaurants

5 Fast-Food Tacos With the Highest Quality Ingredients

These five fast-food tacos are dietitian-approved in terms of providing prime ingredients
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Celeb News

Is Kathy Hilton's Baked Potato With Caviar Healthy? Here's What a Dietitian Says

"I'm doing it like they do at Caviar Kaspia in Paris," Kathy Hilton said while adding caviar to her spud.
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Groceries

7 Pasta Sauces With the Lowest Quality Ingredients

If you're in a time crunch and need a quick pasta dish, avoid these unhealthy sauce choices.
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Groceries

Canned Soups With the Highest Quality Ingredients

Cozy up with these deliciously healthy soups.
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Healthy Eating

Signs You’re Allergic to What You Just Ate

The ugly and immediate side effects of a food allergy.
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Groceries, Healthy Eating

6 Yogurts Made With the Lowest Quality Ingredients

Yogurt may be a healthy food, but watch out for these products that contain less-than-desirable ingredients.
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Recipes

20 Quick & Easy Dinner Ideas Your Kids Will Love

Because no one has time to spend hours in the kitchen on their busiest days.
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Healthy Eating

8 Healthy Dessert Ideas Your Kids Will Love

These easy desserts for your kids are both delicious AND healthy.
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Healthy Eating

The Best Store-Bought Cheese Dip for Heart Health

This healthy dip is delicious and provides some helpful nutrients for your heart.
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Groceries, Healthy Eating

The Best Store-Bought Desserts for Blood Sugar

You can still enjoy some of your favorite sweets!
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Healthy Eating

The Best Snacks for Bone Health, According to a Dietitian

If you have osteoporosis (or you want to avoid it as you age), these healthy snacks make bones happy.
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Healthy Eating

Secret Side Effects of Eating Cauliflower

A dietitian breaks down what you'll experience when you eat this popular cruciferous veg.
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Mind + Body

This Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat Saves My Back While Cooking

In addition to providing support while standing on hard kitchen floors, these mats are also quite chic.
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Healthy Eating

Quick & Easy Back-to-School Lunches for Kids

Try some of these cost-effective, delicious, easy-to-prepare school lunches.
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Healthy Eating

The One Nutrient You Are Probably Missing for Brain Health

Keep your brain sharp by including these foods into your every day diet.
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Healthy Eating, Restaurants

The #1 Worst Breakfast To Order at Chick-fil-A, Dietitian Says

Eating this Chick-fil-A breakfast menu item won't do you many favors in the nutrition department.
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