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Reading List: The Dangers of Detox, Get Fit with Video Games & Popcorn’s Eye-Popping Calories

In this week’s nutrition news: New shocking results on the calories in popcorn, tortilla company linked to school food poisoning outbreaks and a new study shows how you prepare your fish may benefit your heart.

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Turkey Talk: To Stuff or Not To Stuff?

turkey stuffing
Years ago it was unheard of NOT to stuff your turkey. These days, things have changed because we’re hearing more about food-borne illnesses and their risks. The good news is that there’s a way to safely stuff your turkey.

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Green Bean Casserole, Lightened Up

Spicy Parmesan Green Beans
With the fried onion topping and heavy cream and cheese mixed in, a typical green bean casserole serves up 550 calories in just one side dish. You can still enjoy the classic flavors while slimming down some of the fatty ingredients. Here’s how.

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Thanksgiving Menu: Feeding a Crowd

Shrimp Cocktail
Expecting the whole neighborhood for your big holiday feast? Consider going potluck-style, which takes the pressure off the host, allows different chefs to spotlight favorite dishes and is more budget-friendly for everyone. Here are some easy-to-make suggestions — plus, there’s an especially simple turkey for the host.

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Reading List: Pedometer Weight Loss, BPA Linked to Impotence & A Fun Food Quiz

In this week’s nutrition news: There is a hot debate over chocolate milk, BPA has been linked with a decreased sex drive and raw oysters harvested during warm months are under scrutiny.

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Top Foods That Start (& Stop) Heartburn

Tomato Sauce
The trouble usually starts when you find a dish so delicious that you can’t get enough (it happens to the best of us). Of course, a few hours later, when indigestion kicks in, you’ll wonder: “Why did I eat so much?” Before you overdo it, check out our list of foods that kick up heartburn (and why) and ways to cool it down.

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Spotlight Recipes: Thanksgiving Side Dishes

spicy swiss chard
Turkey may be the main attraction at your Thanksgiving feast, but everyone expects it. Add some surprise to your spread with a colorful array of vegetable sides — plus, greater diversity means more vitamins and minerals.

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In Season: Winter Squash

butternut squash
As crisper weather sets in, nothing beats warm, freshly roasted squash. There’s a bounty of winter squash available at your local market now. Don’t let that thick skin scare you away. Here are our favorite ways to cook ‘em up, including soup.

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Stuffing, Lightened Up

Homemade Basic Stuffing
Thanksgiving turkey would be lost without stuffing (or dressing, if you prefer it that way). But sticks of butter and pounds of sausage are not mandatory ingredients. Here are a few ways to slim down this holiday favorite and some creative additions to try.

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Reading List: Investigating BPA, Stress and Your Weight & Yet Another Beef Recall

In this week’s nutrition news: a study shows the chronically stressed turn to fatty foods, kid-friendly TV channels are full of junk food ads and have you checked your fridge for recalled beef?

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