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Are you hoping to do some more meal planning in the new year? While the idea can immediately trigger a sense of dread, there are some easy tactics to make the work of meal prepping less of a slog. On this episode of On Nutrition, we talk with Chef Jen Welper, author of the cookbook "Cook Smart, Eat Well," about her favorite methods for meal prep. Whether you're cooking for one or many, Chef Jen's strategies will help you conquere the kitchen and make meal planning enjoyable and efficient. https://mayocl.in/3BR5zg6

Sugar - particularly added sugar - is in nearly all of our food. Whether you have a sweet tooth or not, it's important to know the benefits and consequences of all three kinds of sugar, and how we can adjust our relationship to them. On this episode of On Nutrition, we talk with dietitian-nutritionist Lisa Lammert about the history of added sugar, whether it's possible to have a sugar addiction, and if sugar substitutes are as effective as we might think. Tune in now to learn more about managing your sugar intake and making informed dietary choices. https://mayocl.in/3ZYuHcO

Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD—what’s the real difference? In this episode of Health Matters, gastroenterologist Dr. Dawn Francis breaks it down, explaining why an estimated 1 in 5 Americans experience frequent reflux symptoms. We dive into how diet factors into your gastro health, the mechanics of the digestive system, and the lifestyle changes you can make to alleviate your reflux symptoms. Listen now to learn more about managing your digestive health: https://mayocl.in/3VVMTTb

How can we speak positively about our bodies around the holiday season? Check out the latest article from Dr. Angela Mattke, host of our Mayo Clinic Kids podcast, in the Starglow Parenting Weekly to learn 4 ways to have a body positive family gathering. Head over to Starglow Media to sign up for their weekly parenting newsletter for more of this content every Sunday morning. https://bit.ly/3VUOtF7

From childhood, we look to our doctors to help us heal when we are sick. But what does care look like when a patient is nearing the end and doesn't expect to get better? On this episode of Aging Forward, we talk with Dr. Cory Ingram about how our end-of-life experiences have changed drastically over the last several decades, and his approach to providing hospice and palliative care that preserves patient dignity: https://mayocl.in/4iERoeC

There’s this one weird trick doctors don’t want you to know… because it doesn’t work. It’s natural to hope for a one-size-fits-all, lose-weight-fast-and-forever solution. And if your sibling or friend is doing it or you saw it on TikTok, it can be tempting to just give it a try and see what happens. But what's the science behind these diets? Are some better than others? And will your nutritionist judge you if you try one? On this episode of Mayo Clinic on Nutrition, we talk with Dr. Summer Allen about the good and the fad: what makes diets work (or seem like they do) and what you should consider before trying one yourself. https://mayocl.in/3P0p3Cd

1 in 5 people use herbs and supplements for health, but are they good for you? On our latest episode of Health Matters, Dr. Brent Bauer discusses the benefits and pitfalls of supplements, and how to choose the best products. https://mayocl.in/4eUbqPi

Almost half of older adults experience loneliness, which can be exacerbated during the holiday season. It can be harder to maintain social connections as we age, especially if we're retired, dealing with illness, or living alone. In this episode of Aging Forward, we talk with clinical social worker Kileen Smyth about the power of experimentation, and what we can do to stay positive, stay engaged, and make meaning in our golden years. Watch now to learn more about staying connected and finding joy in later life. https://mayocl.in/4eOGobA

Eating disorders can be tricky because they affect both physical and mental health. Symptoms aren't always obvious, but diagnosing and treating them is crucial. In the latest episode of Mayo Clinic Kids, Dr. Jocelyn Lebow discusses how to diagnose and treat childhood eating disorders. Tune in to learn how to help kids heal their relationships with food, their bodies, and those around them. https://mayocl.in/4fWlUyz

ADHD — attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder — is everywhere. Statistically, every classroom is likely to have a child with ADHD. So whether your kid has ADHD or not, it’s probably part of your kid’s life. How do you tell the difference between everyday distraction and ADHD? On this episode of Mayo Clinic Kids, we talk with pediatric psychiatrist Dr. Eric Pease about attention and what an ADHD diagnosis might mean for your kid. https://mayocl.in/3Obev2m