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Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

The Health Risks of Gluten and Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity

By Tom Nikkola, CSCS, CISSN

Discover why gluten is problematic for so many of us — and what you can do avoid it.

Spread of cheese, fruit, meats and other charcuterie board foods.

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How to Create Your Own Charcuterie Board

By Robin Asbell

A charcuterie board offers a medley of flavors and textures — and is a tasty, minimal-effort dinner option that's ideal for the season.

Food Culture | General Health

6 Ways to Eat More Fiber

By Michael Dregni

Make beans the centerpiece of your meals, throw Swiss chard and spinach in your smoothie, and four other ways to amp up your fiber intake.

Food Culture | Home/Living

10 Tips for Making the Most of Your Grocery-Store Buys

By Life Time Editorial Team

With a little guidance, you can make your food budget — and purchases — stretch a little further.

Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

Coach Anika’s Top Tips for Healthy Eating at Home

Many of us are struggling with healthy eating choices while we’re at home — but it doesn’t have to be so hard. Coach Anika Christ, RD, offers practical tips and meal ideas that can make it easier.

Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

How to Stock a Healthy Fridge

By Anika Christ, RD, CPT

A dietitian's guide for how to clean, stock, and organize your refrigerator to help make healthy eating easier.

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Keto: Health Benefits, Cautions, and Controversies | The Ultimate Guide

By Tom Nikkola, CSCS, CISSN

This is your comprehensive guide to the ketogenic diet: Discover the health benefits without the hype, the risks without the hysteria, and the mistakes people often make.

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Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

Coffee: Health Benefits, Brewing Methods, and Busted Myths

By Tom Nikkola, CSCS, CISSN

Confused about coffee? Some say it's bad for you, some say it's good. Learn about the health benefits, plus a bit about the beverage's history.

Glass containers of prepared healthy foods.

Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

5 Expert Meal Prep Tips That Save You Time

By Anika Christ, RD, CPT

Meal prepping doesn't need to be hard. Follow these five dietitian-tested tips to make healthy eating easier.

Smoothie ingredients falling into blender

Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

How to Build Your Own Shake

By Molly Schelper

Many shakes and smoothies are high in sugar and neglect a balance of nutrients. This template can help you build a nutritious, tasty shake that’ll keep you feeling full and energized. Plus, enjoy three dietitian-created shake recipes.

Bowl of yogurt with granola and a strawberry.

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Intermittent Fasting and Breakfast: The Ultimate Guide

By Tom Nikkola, CSCS, CISSN

Is intermittent fasting — or skipping breakfast — bad for you? Not at all. For some, fasting could actually help you feel and perform better.

Woman with piece of watermelon covering her mouth like a smile.

Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

Why Meal Plans Don’t Work

By Anika Christ, RD, CPT

"Can't you just make me a meal plan?" Discover Coach Anika's response to this often-asked request.

Food Culture | Nutrition Tips

Why Healthy Eating Doesn’t Need to Be Boring

In this episode, we cover nutrition challenges, meal planning and grocery shopping, and how to find healthy balance with guests Julie Brown, RD, and Ryan Dodge, executive chef for Life Time’s LifeCafe nationwide.