Janet Seiber, a registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says planning similar meals promotes consistency, saves time and reduces decision-making fatigue.

Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how to plan and make smart choices.

Susan Thomas, a registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says the claims about health benefits are exaggerated.

Janet Seiber, a registered dietitian nutritionist educator at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says soup can provide key nutrition benefits to healing.

Dr. Bertram Prosser, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says the primary concern with excessive consumption is kidney strain.

Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian nutritionist educator at BlueCare Tennessee, provides practical ways to enjoy holiday parties.

Ashley Kiser, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains the health benefits of sweet potatoes, and provides recipe ideas to try.

Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that for the most part, dates on food are more about quality and freshness than safety.

Susan Thomas, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you can eat pawpaws raw, or you can add them to jams, ice cream or baked goods. You might even try making pawpaw pie