Cultura
Are Fajitas Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of fajitas.
From veggies to lean proteins, fajitas are packed with nutrients! Find out more about their nutrition, benefits, and potential drawbacks.
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Cultura
Are Pupusas Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of pupusas.
Pupusas are a Honduran and Salvadorian cultural food staple. They’re a well-rounded source of nutrition with carbs, protein, fat, and fiber. Learn more about…
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Cultura
Are Refried Beans Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of refried beans.
Refried beans are full of fiber, protein, and micronutrients that are good for your heart, gut, and metabolic health. Learn more about the nutrition…
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Cultura
Puerto Rican Vegetables: A Complete Nutrition Guide
There are many vegetables used in Puerto Rican cuisine including onions, peppers, yuca, garlic, and more. Learn the nutrition and uses of 15 different…
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Cultura
Are Enchiladas Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of enchiladas.
Enchiladas are full of fiber, protein, micronutrients, and antioxidants that promote overall health. But the specific nutrition content depends on how you prepare them.
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Gentle Nutrition
10 Hispanic Snacks, Recommended by Latina Dietitians
From chips with salsa to batidas to arepas and more, learn 10 healthy Hispanic snacks recommended by our team of Latina dietitians.
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Cultura
Mexican Herbs: A Complete Guide
Mexican herbs like cilantro and epazote are a staple part of Mexican cuisine. They add flavor, color, and lots of health benefits.
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Body Image
Eating Disorders Among Latinas
Eating disorders are just as common amongst Latinas as non-Hispanic whites. In fact, Latinas have unique risk factors for eating disorders like conflicting cultural…
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Cultura
Is Menudo Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of menudo.
Menudo is rich in B-vitamins, protein, and low in saturated fat. Learn more about the nutrition, health benefits, and potential drawbacks of menudo.
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Intuitive Eating
3 Tips for Navigating Summer Gatherings Without Dieting
Summertime often means more family gatherings and cookouts, plus added pressure to diet and lose weight. Learn 3 tips for navigating this without reverting…
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Joyful Movement
Does Exercise Actually Help You Lose Weight?
Many people start exercising to try losing weight, but there are lots more health benefits to being active. Learn what the research says about…
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Cultura
Are Quesadillas Healthy? A nutrition breakdown of quesadillas.
Quesadillas contain carbs, fat, fiber, and protein—the markers of a well-rounded meal. Learn more about the nutrition benefits and potential drawbacks of quesadillas.
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