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Vol. 21, Issue 14 | February 17, 2020
 
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Boiling down the dietary guidelines
Advice on what you should and shouldn't eat can be a little confusing. But don't be intimidated by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Here are five key recommendations to keep in mind.
 
 
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Butternut squash ravioli
Quinoa stuffed peppers
Tofu with hoisin and baby bok choy
 
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Vitamin D: Essential with calcium
You know calcium is important for bone health. Make sure you're also getting enough vitamin D, which helps your body absorb calcium. Foods rich in vitamin D include fatty fish, such as salmon, trout, and tuna. Other food sources are mushrooms and eggs. Milk, some cereals, orange juice, and other foods and drinks are fortified with vitamin D. You can also get vitamin D from sun exposure.
 
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