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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Heart Health = Weight Loss Jan 16, 2026

A study by researchers at Ohio State University confirms what most of us know about weight loss — increased exercise and a healthy diet are the keys rather than skipping meals and using prescription diet pills. The researchers examined adherenc... Read More

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Health in the New Year Jan 09, 2026

'Tis the season when we all think about resolutions for the new year. The top ones include losing weight and exercising more. But after a few weeks, it seems we lose the drive to keep those new goals. The key is to focus on a few goals at a time, tak... Read More

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Protein and Working Out Jan 02, 2026

If your New Year's goal is to get into the habit of working out, you might be wondering if you need to eat more protein. The best answer is perhaps not eating more protein, but spreading the protein you do eat throughout the day. Timing mat... Read More

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Eating for Your Heart Dec 26, 2025

If you're looking for a heart-healthy diet, the American Heart Association has some recommendations. An evidence-based analysis of 10 popular dietary patterns shows that some promote heart health better than do others. A new American Heart Associati... Read More