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Butternut Squash and Black Bean Enchilada Bake

Roasted butternut squash, beans, tortillas and melted cheese come together in a sweet and savory comfort food dish. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a vegetarian potluck favorite.

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Recipes

Winter Squash Soup with Lentils

Winter squash soup with lentils is the perfect meal for a chilly day. Complete with herbs and seasonings, this recipe creates a bowl packed with delicious nutrition in under one hour.

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Health Tips

The power of plant-based protein: Benefits, sources and how to get enough

Plant-based proteins are nutrient-rich, heart-healthy options that support overall health. Discover the benefits of plant-based protein and simple ways to add it to your meals.

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Health Tips

3 nutrition myths: The truth about carbs, fat and weight loss

Nutrition experts bust myths about carbs, fats and weight loss, showing how quality carbs and healthy fats fuel energy, support heart health and enable sustainable eating.

Mint to be: Mocktails for your holiday season

Learn how to make non-alcoholic mocktails for the holidays — or any time of year — with these tips and recipes.

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Gluten Free Eating: Facts, Tips and Recipes

There can be many questions about gluten and a gluten free diet. A UC Davis Health registered dietitian provides facts about gluten in addition to a delicious gluten free recipe.

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Recipes

Falafel Bowl with Coconut Yogurt and Toasted Pita Chips

Create this healthy Greek favorite with a coconut twist right at home using fresh and local ingredients.

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Farm-to-Fork

Terra Madre Americas: Healthy recipes from our chefs and dietitians

This culinary event in Sacramento featured demos of recipes created by our chefs and registered dietitians. Explore the recipes, learn about their health benefits, and recreate them at home.

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Recipes

Roasted Tomato Sauce

Create your own savory roasted tomato sauce to use in pasta dishes, homemade pizza and more with this recipe using fresh tomatoes.

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Recipes

Olive & Vine Ceviche

Create this classic coastal appetizer at home with fresh fish, zesty lime and crisp cucumbers.

Recipes

Sautéed Fall Vegetables

Make the most of seasonal produce this fall in this simple recipe for fall vegetables.

A bowl of beans with greens and side of bread.

Recipes

Braised Tuscan White Beans & Greens

Welcome fall with this savory comfort dish featuring cannellini beans, nutritious leafy greens and parmigiano cheese.

Recipes

Mushroom Adobo with Coconut Rice and Soy-Marinated Quail Eggs

Indulge in this healthy dish that mixes sweet, savory and a little bit of spice.

Recipes

Yam Purée

Learn how to make this sweet and versatile autumnal dish to enjoy as an entrée or side.

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Recipes

Fiesta Spiced Chicken Breast

Add some spice to your chicken in this recipe that's just as zesty as it is simple.

Recipes

Pluot Salsa

Fruit salsa isn't just for summer! Enjoy this classic fruit-forward salsa as we head into fall with seasonal pluots.

Health Tips

How to make your produce last longer

How you store fresh produce makes a difference. Keep your fruits, vegetables and herbs crisp and flavorful with these expert tips and tricks.

Health Tips

What is the keto diet, and can it be beneficial for you?

The keto diet has been known to help with weight loss, but what are some other benefits or downsides of the eating plan? Our registered dietitians explain the keto diet and whether it might be right for you.

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Health Tips

How registered dietitians can support you in healthy eating, lifestyle changes and managing illness

With so much nutritional information online and on social media, it can be hard to know what's true. Registered dietitians can help you wade through fad diets, help you manage chronic conditions and more.

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Mediterranean diet: Foods to eat, health benefits and how to get started

The Mediterranean diet is shown to have many health benefits. It focuses on plant-based foods while staying away from highly processed items. Here's what you should know about this eating plan.

Mediterranean spiced salmon

Spice up your day with some Mediterranean flavors. This salmon recipe is quick and easy, and pairs perfectly with fresh veggies.

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Shellfish allergy: What symptoms you should watch for and how it’s diagnosed and treated

People with shellfish allergy can react to one or more foods in the shellfish family. If you've had a negative reaction after eating shellfish, our experts have some symptoms to watch for and ways to get diagnosed.

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How do energy drinks affect your health?

Energy drinks are a popular way to get a boost of energy. However, they can have some negative impacts on your health. Learn which ingredients to watch for, and get tips for other ways to increase your energy levels.

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Olive oil health benefits and why you should add it to your diet

You may not think of olive oil as part of a healthy diet, but the “green gold” has many health benefits you may not be aware of. See how you can incorporate olive oil into your cooking more often.

4 ingredients that can add nutrients to your soup

Soups are a great way to incorporate local and healthy produce. There are a few other ingredients that can add nutrients to your cozy bowl. See what our experts recommend.

4 health benefits of walnuts and how much you should eat

Walnuts have been considered valuable throughout history. Perhaps it's because of the positive impacts they can have on your health. Learn the nutrients and health benefits of walnuts from our dietitians.

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9 healthy eating tips that can help reduce inflammation

Sticking to anti-inflammatory eating habits can help manage chronic inflammation, which can be linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, anxiety and other conditions.

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Health benefits of winter squash and ways you can cook them

Winter squash isn't just a pretty fall decoration. There are more than 100 kinds of summer and winter squash that provide incredible health benefits.

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Health Tips

I’m a cardiovascular dietitian. Here are 7 things I eat and avoid for heart health

Need some ideas for heart-healthy eating habits? A UC Davis Health cardiovascular dietitian explains seven things she eats and foods she avoids to help prevent high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and more.

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