Let’s Get Moving!
The benefits of physical activity are well-established. Not only can being physically active make you feel and perform better, but it can also reduce the risk of developing many chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid […]
Grass-fed vs Grain-fed Beef
Q: Is there really a difference in the nutritional value of meat from grass-fed and grain-fed cattle? 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 […]
Vitamin Supplements: Yes, or No?
A 2023 survey found that 74 percent of U.S. adults take some kind of dietary supplement. Over 90 percent of these users believe such supplements are essential to staying healthy. With a few exceptions, research does not agree. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe […]
Spring Veggies
While most vegetables are now available year-round, May is the month gardens and farms across the U.S. start offering up their bounty in earnest. This means lower prices and easier access to many tasty, nutritious veggies. Let’s take a look at a few! To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid […]
Are You at Risk for CKM Syndrome?
The American Heart Association (AHA) has defined a new syndrome—and strategies for addressing it—in the hopes of reducing the high rates of cardiovascular disease in the United States. Called Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome, this constellation of health conditions recognizes the strong connections among heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and obesity. To continue reading this article or […]
Crispy Sheet Pan Salmon with Asparagus
1. Cut salmon into equal portions. 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 all of our back issues and online content free of charge. […]
Download The Full April 2024 Issue PDF
- Don’t Be Fooled!
- Newsbites
- The World Within
- 5 Ways to ID Ultraprocessed Foods
- Should You Eat Gluten Free?
- Alice’s Pita Chips & Lemon-Garlic Bean Spread
- Q&A: Daily Food Choices
- Myth: Carbs and Weight
Consuming Plant Protein in Midlife Can Help Women Age Well
A new study lead by Tufts University researchers suggests choosing plant protein in place of animal protein throughout midlife may increase the odds of healthy aging in women. The study looked at the reported food intake of nearly 49,000 U.S. women who were less than 60 years old in 1984. Data from 30 years later […]
Intake of Dietary Fiber Associated with Lower Risk of Death
Results from an analysis of 64 studies with a total of more than 3 million participants supported prior findings that dietary fiber intake is associated with better health. People who reported higher consumption of dietary fiber were significantly less likely to die from cardiovascular disease, cancer, or other causes during the study period. To continue […]
Should You Eat Gluten Free?
Many restaurants now offer gluten-free menu options and grocery stores have gluten free offerings throughout. But is “going gluten-free” the right choice for you? 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 […]