Chrononutrition
You probably know the saying, “you are what you eat,” but, according to the latest research, you may also be when you eat. “Your...
Spring Greens!
What better way to welcome the season than to treat winter-weary palates to the splendor of leafy greens? Greens are packed with vitamins, minerals,...
Muscle Building, Sports Performance, and Diet
If you want to build muscle, excel at a sport, or simply get the most out of regular physical activity, experts say some popular...
Q. Is bread made with sprouted grains really better than other whole grain breads...
A. Anastassios Pittas, MD, co-director of the Diabetes and Lipid Center, answers: “Blood sugar (blood glucose) levels rise when carbohydrates are digested and the...
Five Servings of Fruits and Vegetables a Day Associated with Longer Life
In an attempt to identify the optimal intake of fruits and vegetables associated with maintaining long-term health, researchers collected information on the typical dietary...
Q. I’m interested in boosting my cooking skills. What is the difference between an...
A. Helen Rasmussen, PhD, RD, an instructor at the Friedman School, as well as a senior research dietitian in the Metabolic Research Unit at...
Lentils: Easy, Tasty Nutrition
Lentils may not be a staple in your pantry, but they should be! Easy to prepare, delicious, nutritious, and versatile—these tiny legumes check the...
Q. Is it true that percentage intake of macronutrients (protein, CHO, fat) should be...
A. Lauren McAvoy, a dietetic intern at Tufts Medical Center, answers: “While there are claims that individuals with different body types metabolize nutrients differently,...
Diet-Related Inflammation and Colorectal Cancer
Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the US, with 140,000 new cases forecast for 2018. Research has linked dietary factors to colorectal cancer risk. Processed meats are associated with higher risk, whereas high-fiber diets are associated with lower risk, although it is unclear how this happens.
Q. Does ground flaxseed have more health benefits than whole flaxseed?
Q. Does ground flaxseed have more health benefits than whole flaxseed?