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Kelly Plowe
MS, RD she/her/hers
Kelly is a dietitian nutritionist and content producer focused on food, nutrition, and mental health. She holds bachelor's degrees from Michigan State University (kinesiology and dietetics) and a master's degree from Boston University (communications).

Experienced In: food and health, nutrition, mental health

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By Kelly Plowe
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The Best Pastas for Weight Loss, According to a Dietitian
Weight Management
By Kelly Plowe
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The Dr. Now Diet Isn't Right for Everyone. Here's What to Know
Weight Management
By Kelly Plowe
Tofu Scramble
What Is the Ornish Diet, and Can It Help You Lose Weight?
Weight Management
By Kelly Plowe
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The Simplest Pan-Fried Tempeh Recipe (and 5 Others to Try)
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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3 Major Health Benefits of Cruciferous Vegetables
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Do Shelf-Stable Probiotics Still Work in Foods That Aren't Refrigerated?
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Do At-Home Gut Health Tests Really Work?
Health
By Kelly Plowe
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A Dietitian Debunks 5 Myths About Constipation and Food
Health
By Kelly Plowe
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The 9 Best Vegan Protein Bars (That Actually Taste Great)
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Your Ultimate Guide to Buying Whole Grains, According to a Dietitian
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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6 Foods That Can Cause Diarrhea
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
Pasta with chicken and broccoli
6 Cruciferous Vegetable Recipes That Help Fight Inflammation
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Want a Healthy Coffee Creamer? Know the Best and Worst Options
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandiwch
8 Delicious Desserts Under 200 Calories
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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The 7 Healthiest Cooking Oils and 2 to Limit, According to a Dietitian
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe, MS, RD and Ciara Lucas, RRCA, CPT
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Struggling to Poop? Blend One of These 6 Smoothies for Constipation
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
Greek yogurt granola Pomegranate parfait
5 Gut-Healthy Foods Your Diet Is Missing (and How to Enjoy Them)
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Nuts Can Help You Lose Weight — Unless You're Making These 5 Mistakes
Weight Management
By Kelly Plowe
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The 7 Best Low-Calorie Protein Bars (That Actually Taste Good)
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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8 Low-Carb Slow Cooker Recipes
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Yogurt Is Good for Your Gut — Unless You're Making These 3 Mistakes
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Struggling With Diarrhea? This 25-Cent Fridge Staple Might Help
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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4 Reasons to Eat a Little More Fish
Nutrition
By Kelly Plowe
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Trying to Lose Weight? Here Are 4 Desserts to Enjoy, and 2 to Avoid
Weight Management
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