Replacing Animal-Based Foods with Plant-Based Benefits Health
Many observational studies have concluded that substituting animal-based foods with plant-based protein sources is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes, and mortality, but this type of study cannot prove cause and effect. Researchers analyzed the pooled results of 37 such studies to determine the strength and certainty of the evidence. […]
Check Your Nutrition Knowledge!
In 2023, we provided the latest evidence-based information on a wide variety of health and nutrition topics—including heart health issues, product labeling, physical activity, and supplements. Have you been paying attention? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the […]
Vegan vs. Vegetarian Dietary Patterns
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Big Health and Nutrition Stories of 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, let’s review and update some of the biggest health and nutrition stories of the year. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little […]
Eggs or Egg Whites?
Q: Sometimes I like to cook up a veggie omelet for breakfast or lunch. Should I be using whole eggs, egg whites, those cartons of liquid eggs…or avoiding eggs altogether? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next […]
Do You Have Metabolic Syndrome?
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 of developing hypertension (high blood pressure). The review looked at 18 studies with a total of over 450,000 participants. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid […]
Even Healthy, Normal-Weight Older Women May Benefit from a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
A recent study reinforces the fact that a healthy lifestyle is beneficial even in the absence of overweight or obesity. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little as […]
Coconut Oil
Q: You say to avoid fats that are solid at room temperature. Does that include coconut oil? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of Tufts Health & Nutrition for as little as $18. And access […]
High Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer
With “World Heart Day” coming up on September 29th, this is the perfect month to commit to a few simple goals that will help you protect your heart health. One of the most important things you can do to protect your heart (and your brain) is to prevent or manage high blood pressure—and most of […]