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Thursday, June 23, 2011

Shots - Health News

To Keep Off Pounds: Pass The Nuts, Hold The Chips

Skip the chips to help keep weight gain at bay.

June 23, 2011 Eating more nuts, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and yogurt can keep help keep age-related weight gains in check, according to a new study. Potatoes — from french fries to mashed — are associated with the biggest weight gains.

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Tuesday, June 07, 2011

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In Latest Diet Ranking, DASH Races To The Top

Keep the rice brown and the skin off the chicken for a Spanish rice dinner that could qualify for the winning diet.

June 7, 2011 A diet called Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH, is U.SNews & World Report's top all-around pick. The diet keeps a tight lid on saturated fat and cholesterol and encourages eating of food rich in protein, fiber and nutrients, such as potassium and calcium.

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Tuesday, February 01, 2011

Blog Of The Nation

February 1st Show

February 1, 2011 In our first hour of Talk of the Nation, Egyptian protesters take to the streets but with different motivations. In our second hour, Joseph Nye and the future of power, and the new dietary guidelines.

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