General Nutrition

People Who Eat More Fish Live Longer

Getting more fish into your diet has never been easier-and the payoff in better health and longevity has never been clearer.

Hungry Shoppers Buy More Calories

That advice never to go grocery shopping when youre hungry is worth heeding, according to a new Cornell University

Dietary Fiber Has Benefits Beyond Regularity

If youre among the estimated 80% of Americans who dont get the recommended daily amount of dietary fiber, youre missing out on an array of health benefits-many of which arent directly connected to fibers well-known boost to regularity.

Be Aware and Beware of What the Label Says

With questions raised about calorie counts, vitamins and fish, it pays to shop smart.

Try Kale for Vitamin K and Cancer Protection

Kale may well be the it vegetable of the moment, celebrated in everything from cooking magazines to health websites. But unlike some food fads, this nutritious leafy green deserves the attention its suddenly getting.

Update for Dietary Guidelines Underway

Two Tufts experts will be among the 15 scientists working to update the federal

Progress Seen on Cutting Trans Fats-But Slowing

A new report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Nutrition Labels Coming for Alcoholic Beverages

You may soon be able to see how many calories and carbs youre downing with that alcoholic drink

Can You Get Jumbo Benefits from Eating Shrimp?

What you need to know about Americas favorite seafood.

Mushrooms a Surprising Source of Vitamin D

Mushrooms are the only food in the produce aisle that naturally contains vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin thats essential for bone health and associated with a wide range of other possible health benefits.