Healthy Eating

Intermittent Fasting Does Not Lead to More Weight Loss

Participants in a new randomized clinical trial lost about the same amount of weight and had similar cardiometabolic benefits whether they practiced intermittent fasting...
leafy greens

Leafy Greens May Confer Health Benefits as We Age

A recent multi-ethnic study conducted by Tufts’ researchers suggests vitamin K-rich foods like leafy greens and vegetable oils may help protect our health as...
chocolate

More Science that Chocolate May Be Good for Your Heart

A new systematic review and analysis of studies suggests that chocolate may benefit heart health. Published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, this...
There is no shortage of diet advice out there. Cut through the hype and look for healthy options that work for you in the long term.

The Great Diet Debate

While any plan that cuts calories will result in short-term weight loss, not all calorie-cutting measures are sustainable or good for our overall health....
Snacking Myths

Top 5 Snacking Myths

People in the U.S. are snacking more than ever before. According to a 2019 survey, 59 percent of adults worldwide prefer snacking to eating...
Soup

Soup it Up!

Soups are wonderfully versatile and easy to make, and the combinations of ingredients and flavors are endless. They are a great way to boost...

Skipping Meals to Cut Calories Could Lead to Unexpected Consequences

If you’re trying to lose weight for your health, skipping meals may not be the way to go. A study published recently in the...

Easy Black Bean Soup

Steps: Blend 2 cans of the beans with the tomato paste until the beans are broken down into a thick (but not necessarily smooth)...

Navigating Holiday Desserts

The winter holidays are the season for sweets. Though this year may be different, many of us will still find a way to continue...
Red Meat

Low Energy? Don’t Overlook Anemia

Over three million Americans have anemia—low levels of the red blood cells that carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. Although anemia can signal a...