Food Choices When Tired
Q: I tend to make less healthful food choices when I’m tired. Is this a real thing, or is it just me?
A: José Ordovás,...
Eating During Chemotherapy
Q: I am undergoing chemotherapy. I have very little appetite, and sometimes just the smell of food makes me nauseous! How can I get...
Dietary Patterns Rich in Fruits and Vegetables Associated with Lower Risk of High Blood...
A systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies concluded that high intake of either fruits or fruits and vegetables was associated with lower risk...
Veggie Variety
Research is clear that eating more whole and minimally processed vegetables is good for your health! A great way to expand your veggie intake...
Using Package Clues to Find the Healthiest Choices
In today’s world, it’s practically impossible to avoid all packaged foods. Knowing how to decipher the clues on packages can help you find the...
Filling Your Freezer
It’s a fact: having the right foods on hand makes it more likely you will cook healthy meals at home. Your freezer is an...
NEWSBITES AUGUST 2023
Associations of Plant-Based Foods with Health Depend on the Level of Processing
A plant-based dietary pattern limits or avoids animal products (meat, poultry, fish,
eggs, and...
A Calorie is a Calorie
Q: I keep thinking of the old expression, “a calorie is a calorie.” What does this mean, and is it true?
A: Alice H....
Beat the Heat with Cool Summer Treats
There’s nothing like an icy drink or frozen treat to help tame summer swelter, keep you hydrated, quench thirst, and satisfy a sweet tooth....
Actionable Information
Q: I found the June article on cooking terminology interesting, but it’s not what I’m used to seeing in this newsletter. Has there been...