General Nutrition

Check Your Nutrition Knowledge!

In 2023, we provided the latest evidence-based information on a wide variety of health and nutrition topics—including heart health issues, product labeling, physical activity, and supplements. Have you been paying attention? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the […]

Expand Your Plant Palate

Research is clear that consuming whole and minimally processed plant foods in place of refined carbohydrates, highly processed foods, and some of the usual animal proteins in your diet is good for overall health. For example, studies have shown that following a Mediterranean-style dietary pattern is associated with lower risk of heart disease, type 2 […]

Vegan vs. Vegetarian Dietary Patterns

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The Facts About Pea Protein

Pea protein is showing up in everything, from protein powders to plant-based beverages. Consumers should have the facts about this and other extracted proteins so they can make educated decisions. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next […]

Big Health and Nutrition Stories of 2023

As 2023 draws to a close, let’s review and update some of the biggest health and nutrition stories of the year. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little […]

The Facts About Weight Loss Drugs

The biggest health and nutrition story of 2023 was arguably the exploding popularity of prescription medications to treat obesity, a chronic disease that affects more than four in 10 U.S. adults. We spoke to Richard D. Siegel, MD, co-director of the Diabetes and Lipid Center and a doctor at the Weight and Wellness Center at […]

Ultra-pasteurized Milk

Q: The milk I buy says it is ultra-pasteurized. Does that make it an ultraprocessed food? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little as $18. And access all […]

Give Thanks for Foods from the Americas!

Foods like sweet potatoes, corn, and pumpkin are regulars on our Thanksgiving tables. Let’s take a closer look at some of the delicious, versatile, healthy choices that are native to the continent we call home. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health […]

Apple Cider Vinegar … Salt vs. Sodium … Ketone Drinks …

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For Prevention of Cognitive Decline, Reduced Calorie MIND Diet Not Superior to Simply Cutting...

A randomized, controlled trial compared the impact on cognitive function of a MIND diet with mild caloric restriction to a typical diet with mild...