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The 8 New Saltiest Foods in America

Turns out, you definitely can have too much of a good thing. Like snow. And inlaw visits. And Dancing With the Stars.

In the food world, that thing is sodium. This mineral plays a critical role in a healthy diet and maintains the correct balance of fluids in the body, but only in small doses. Unfortunately, the average American consumes more than 3,400 milligrams of sodium every day—easily 1,000 milligrams more than the absolute maximum amount we ought to be taking in, and nearly 3,000 milligrams more than the amount our bodies need to function normally!

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Sweet Vegan Treats For a Happy Halloween

At first glance Halloween can appear to be a lonely time for vegan folks; luckily, trick-or-treat favorites like Sour Patch Kids, Smarties, and Jolly Ranchers are all vegan-approved. But being inundated with images of decadent Halloween desserts could make any dairy-free diva squirm, regardless of her commitment to the lifestyle. In order to get in a solid dose of sweet Halloween goodness with vegan flair, I found 9 festive Fall recipes that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Halloween Party Menus

Apple Cupcakes with Cinnamon-Marshmallow Frosting

Shredded apple replaces some of the oil and keeps the cake moist in these cinnamon-spiked cupcakes. There is a generous amount of fluffy marshmallow frosting to mound or pipe on top for a festive look. Be sure to frost them right after you make the frosting—it stiffens as it stands and becomes more difficult to spread.

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Hearty Whole Grains: It’s What’s For Breakfast

Yogurt with fruit and cereal was my go-to breakfast over the past couple months, but now that it’s chillier, I crave cupping my hands around a steaming bowl of warm creaminess. Aside from the traditional bowl of oatmeal, you can get creative with other whole grains for breakfast. Preparing the grains the night before saves time in the morning. Plus the fiber of whole grains is so filling, you won’t even think of reaching for a midmorning doughnut pick-me-up. Need some ideas? Check out these sweet and savory breakfast bowls to warm you up and get you going.

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5 Low-Calorie Late-Night Snacks

Are you a late-night snacker? While the myth that late-night eating is bad for your diet has been disproved, that doesn’t mean that all snacks are created equal. The best late-night snacks are easy to digest — carbs are good, but not too much fiber, protein, or fat — so you don’t lay awake from feeling too full. But if your late-night eating includes grilled cheese, ice cream, or gobs of peanut butter, here are a few healthier options for you. Make these ahead of time for quick snacking when the mood strikes!

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3 Supereasy Three-Ingredient Dinners

These fast, healthy meals together when she doesn’t feel like cooking.

Crunchy Turkey Tacos

The three-ingredient taco party: Olé!

Make It:

  • Spray a skillet with nonstick spray and bring it to medium-high heat on the stove. Drop in 1¼ lb lean ground turkey; break up turkey with a spatula and stir occasionally for about 8 minutes, until turkey is mostly cooked.

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