Is There Proof? Correlation vs. Causation Matters
Did you know eating ice cream increases your risk for sunburn? That’s not actually true, of course. But if you make a graph comparing...
Dietary Changes Without Weight Loss May Still Benefit Health
According to an analysis that pooled the results of three large, long-term weight loss trials, implementing positive dietary changes was associated with meaningful health...
High Intakes of Flavonoid-Rich Foods Associated with Healthy Aging
An observational study suggests that flavonoid-rich foods and beverages may support healthy aging. The study looked for associations between flavonoid intake and indicators of...
It’s a Date!
Dates are delicious, fiber-rich fruits. They’re also a source of concentrated sugar. Still, in moderation, they beat candy and other sweets as
a snack or...
Plant-Based Oils Instead of Butter Associated with Lower Mortality
A large study found that higher reported butter intake was associated with higher risk of death, while higher intake of plant-based oils was associated...
Breakfast Cereals Aren’t Getting Healthier
Ready-to-eat cereals are a popular breakfast choice in the U.S., especially among children. Researchers looked at the nutrient content of 1,200 new products marketed...
Should You Be Counting Calories?
If you want to lose weight—or keep from gaining—chances are you’re very aware of calories.
You consume them in foods and beverages. You “burn” them...
Coconut Oil
Q: “I have some friends who use only coconut oil, and some who won’t touch it. Is it healthy, or not?”
A: Our editor-in-chief Alice...
It is Possible to Cut Back on Ultraprocessed Foods
A small study suggests it is possible to reduce one’s intake of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs). UPFs (packaged foods containing refined components like white flour...
It’s Blueberry Season!
Blueberries are one of the few fruits native to North America. Native American tribes called them “star berries” for the five-point “star” at the...