Eating Right

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine thy food”…so goes a quote by Hippocrates. Learn ways that nutrition can help you prevent and sometimes cure illness.

Tips on reading a food label & why it matters

Use nutrition facts to enhance your diet and your health.
Grilling season: How to enjoy BBQ and reduce cancer risks

Give veggies a chance to shine at your next cookout
5 easy ideas to make healthy meal prep more affordable

Looking for ways to beat high food prices? Try these budget-friendly tips to spice up meal time.
5 tips for setting realistic health goals in 2026

Ready to adopt better habits? Here’s how to plan for your success.
How to manage your diabetes and enjoy the holidays

Create a diabetes-friendly plan to celebrate in moderation without missing holiday traditions.
Simple ways to curb your sweet tooth

Added sugar is everywhere. Cutting back can boost your energy and improve your health.
Brain-boosting lunches for school success

The ABCs of healthy meals for young minds.
The latest on sodium intake: Is salt still bad for us?

Here’s why it helps to ask and 7 ways to stick to a daily limit.
Hydration how-to: 7 ways to make drinking water more fun

Cucumber, lemon and strawberries are flavorful ways to jazz up your water.
Do you need to worry about food dyes? A dietitian's perspective

5 facts and tips for protecting your family.
Sourdough is a superfood — here's how to unlock its health benefits

Fermentation makes it delicious and easier to digest.
Why ultra-processed foods are hard to resist — plus 3 simple ways to eat better

These convenient foods can affect your brain and body. Here's how to make healthier swaps.
Fuel your heart: simple MyPlate portions for healthier meals

This USDA-approved system makes it easy to get the nutrients you need.
Mediterranean diet offers meal plans for more energy and a clearer mind

Embrace colorful plates that burst with flavor and health.
7 ways you can support your local food bank

Food insecurity affects millions of people. Here's how you can help.
See how a dietitian stocks her pantry for heart-healthy meals

Keeping supplies on hand can help you resist the temptation of calling for takeout.
This approach to meal planning is great for managing diabetes

Instead of counting calories, start by counting carbs.
Healthy home cooking: Why making your own food is better for you

Eating out can be a treat. But most of the time home cooking is your best bet.
Learn how connected your brain and stomach really are

Having a healthy diet and lifestyle may help you feel better.
How to fact check health claims about food

Here’s a handy approach for doing your own homework on nutrition news.
Avoid overeating at a cookout: 7 healthy tricks from a dietitian

Potlucks and barbecues don’t have to wreck your diet.
Healthy swaps in cooking

Try these food substitutions if someone has allergies, food intolerances or a need to cut back on sugar or salt.
Is it a food allergy or intolerance?

What’s the difference and how to manage each.
Fueling your race: What to eat before, during and after a marathon

A PeaceHealth dietitian offers some dos and don'ts.