About Charlyn Fargo

Charlyn Fargo

Charlyn Fargo

Charlyn Fargo is a registered dietitian and holds a master's degree in nutrition. She grew up on a central Illinois farm and covers agriculture for the State Journal-Register in Springfield. She holds a degree in journalism from the University of Illinois as well as a degree in food and a master's in nutrition from Eastern Illinois University, all of which provides her with the knowledge she shares in her weekly column, "Nutrition News ."  While growing up, she spent her summers showing Shorthorn cattle. She has a daughter, Katie.

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Weight Loss by the Numbers May 22, 2026

When I see someone serious about losing weight, they typically have a habit of tracking their calories. Most use an app on their smartphone such as MyFitnessPal or Lose It! or MyNetDiary. There are many others as well. These happen to be free (althou... Read More

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Whole Grains for Health May 15, 2026

Keep the whole grains coming. Not only do they help with diabetes, but new research finds they may improve heart health as well. Earlier research has found that higher consumption of whole grains may help reduce your risk of developing Type 2 diabete... Read More

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Powerful Fruits and Vegetables May 08, 2026

I think we're still learning how important adding fruits and vegetables can be to our health. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's MyPlate, based on the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, recommends filling half our plate — every time... Read More

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Whole Grains and Health May 01, 2026

I'm learning more and more about the importance of including whole grains in our diet. A recently released study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that greater whole grain and lower refined grain intake was associated with healthier cardiom... Read More