The Purpose of “Take Charge!” Boxes
Q: Why do you include the admonition to “Take Charge!” so often in every issue?
A: Alice H. Lichtenstein, DSc, editor-in-chief of Tufts Health &...
Protein, Protein, Everywhere
Around 60 percent of adults in the U.S. report they are trying to eat more protein. But do they really need to?
By the Numbers....
Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas and Greens
1. Place black-eyed peas, onion, celery, carrot, garlic, Creole or Cajun seasoning, and broth in the container of the Instant Pot or pressure cooker....
Better Diet Quality Associated with Less Body Pain
Chronic pain is estimated to affect 20 to 30 percent of the world’s population. A healthy dietary pattern may help. A study of 654...
Don’t be Fooled by Weight Loss Fads
Most weight loss diet trends fail to deliver the results we want (at least long-term), and some are downright unhealthy. Understanding the pitfalls of...
5 Important Fiber Facts
We can’t digest fiber, but it plays a lot of important roles as it passes through the body. Here’s what you need to know:
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Orange Poppy Seed Spinach Salad
1. With a sharp knife, peel the oranges, discarding all skin, including the white pith. Slice into wheels about 1/8-inch thick and set aside.
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A Healthy Dietary Pattern May Lower Your Cancer Risk
The authors of an umbrella review (one that combines the results of a large number of prospective studies) found that adhering to the dietary...
The Great Egg Flip Flop
Q: We were told to avoid eggs for so many years. Why am I now seeing them recommended?
A: Alice H. Lichtenstein, DSc, Stanley...
Shrimp Pasta a la Freezer
1. Thaw the shrimp in the fridge overnight, or in a bowl of cool water 20 to 30 minutes before cooking. Remove tails, if...