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Eating the Right Number of Calories

Calories provide the energy your body needs to function. The number of calories you need depends on your age, sex, body size, and activity level. Rather than focusing on a specific calorie number, aim for a healthy eating pattern that supports your overall health. Your doctor or a dietitian can help you determine your individual needs.

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Eating Healthy on the Run

Need to eat on the run? This often means grabbing "junk" or fast food full of fat, salt, sugar, and cholesterol. But being in a rush doesn't mean that you can't eat healthy. Try these ways to get good nutrition, fast.

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Low-Fat Cooking Tips

Cooking with less fat may mean learning some new ways to cook. But it doesn't mean eating bland, boring food. And it doesn't mean spending hours in the kitchen. There are lots of ways to cook and season foods using less fat.

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Discharge Instructions: Eating a Low-Salt Diet

Certain conditions, such as high blood pressure, make it necessary to eat foods low in salt or sodium. This sheet can get you started.

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Eating to Prevent Gout

Gout is a painful form of arthritis caused by an excess of uric acid, a waste product made by the body. It builds up in the body and forms crystals that collect in the joints, bringing on a gout attack. Alcohol and certain foods can trigger an attack. These diet changes can help you manage gout.

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