Obesity is a Disease: Why it Happens, and Why it Matters
There has been a pervasive idea in society that obesity is a sign of personal failure—that it is caused exclusively by lack of willpower,...
Vitamin C Supplements … Processed Meat
Q: I’ve been taking vitamin C since the 1970s. Should I continue taking it? Should I boost my intake if I feel a cold...
Cabbage Roll Casserole
Steps:
1. Brown ground beef in a skillet with onion and garlic. Drain off any fat.
2. Place meat in a large pot and add water,...
Popular Diet Patterns Found to be of Variable Nutritional Quality
Dietary patterns that restrict specific foods, macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), or eating time are popular weight loss strategies in the U.S. and elsewhere. Researchers...
Cue Up Cabbage!
There’s a lot more to cabbage than coleslaw and sauerkraut! This underutilized gem is a nutritious, versatile, accessible, and affordable addition to your diet....
Brunswick Stew
Steps:
1. Heat oil in a large pan. Add onion, lower heat and cook until tender. Avoid browning.
2. Add all remaining ingredients. Bring to a...
Loving Your Heart: Cholesterol and You
According to the National Institutes of Health, heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States. High...
Biotics
Nurturing and supporting a population of beneficial gut bacteria is good for your health. Prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics (in foods or supplements) promise to...
Portion Tips and Tricks
Dietary advice often includes measurements. For example: for someone consuming a 2,000 calorie diet, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend two-and-a-half cup-equivalents of vegetables...
Ask Tufts Experts: January 2023
Q: What is an elimination diet? Can it be used for weight loss?
A: Alicia Romano, MS, RD, CSNC, a registered dietitian/nutritionist with the Frances...