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By Meghan Jardine, M.S., M.B.A., R.D., L.D., C.D.E. Did you know we are only 10 percent human? Ninety percent of our cells are nonhuman, microbial cells. Since our diet

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FAST AND EASY COOKING TIPS TO IMPROVE DIET, ENHANCE HEALING AND PREVENT ILLNESS. A recent study shows that people who cook most of their meals at home eat a healthier

Calories310 calories Ingredients • 4 lbs beef roast (chuck, sirloin or rump)• 2 cans Campbells french onion soup• 2 cans Low sodium beef broth• 1 bottle or can Guinness beer (or another dark beer)• 2

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Makes:4 servingsServing Size:1 serving Start to Finish:30 minutes Calories:364 kcal cal Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 thin slices whole grain bread, toasted ¼ cup cider

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Nestled in a creamy filling and crumbly graham cracker crust, strawberries—one of spring’s sweetest, brightest flavors—shine in this delectable tart.
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A collection of our most popular recipes from our dietitians.