Go Nuts for Nut and Seed Butters!
From the more familiar (like peanut, almond, cashew, and sunflower seed butters) to the more novel (like macadamia nut, soybean, hempseed, and pumpkin seed...
No Difference Found Between Organic and Synthetic Vitamins/Minerals
Some theorize that organic supplements may be more effective at raising blood levels of vitamins and minerals than synthetic formulations. A randomized controlled trail...
Taste Changes with Age
Q: I feel like my taste is changing
as I age. Why is this?
A: Judith C. Thalheimer, RD, LDN, executive editor of Tufts Health...
Outdoor Food Safety
Picnics and cookouts are great ways to get outside and enjoy the warm, sunny weather on July 4th or anytime this summer, but food...
Health Facts for Men
When it comes to health, men face some distinct risks—and often take fewer preventive steps to address them. Heart disease remains the leading cause...
Kombucha—The Fizzy, Fermented Tea
Q: Your article on fermented foods (April, 2026) recommended a drink called kombucha. I’ve never heard of it. Can you tell me what it...
Nitrates in Veggies vs. Processed Meats
Q: I still don’t understand why nitrates in vegetables like beets are good for you but nitrates in processed meats like bacon are not....
This Superfood Prevents Disease! (April Fools)
The word “superfood” is a markeing term typically used to suggest a food has exceptional health benefits.
“Superfoods” are typically whole or minimally processed and...
Grass-Fed and Grain-Fed Beef Have Similar Effects on Inflammation
Grass-fed beef (from cows fed grass or other forage) has more omega-3 fatty acids than grain-fed beef (from cows fed a grain-based diet for...
The Hormones that Control Your Appetite
Hunger isn’t random, your hormones decide when it switches on and off. Every day, your stomach, intestines, fat tissue, and brain talk to each...