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Foods like sweet potatoes, corn, and pumpkin are regulars on our Thanksgiving tables. Let’s take a closer look at some of the delicious, versatile, healthy choices that are native to the continent we call home. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health […]

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One roadblock to adopting new, healthier, behaviors—like moving more and cooking healthy meals at home—is finding time to do them. “A new behavior may seem daunting because it’s unfamiliar,” says Nicole Ninteau, PhD, MPH, adjunct lecturer at the Friedman School, “but it may turn out to be easier than you think!” To continue reading this […]

Left unchecked, the common condition known as insulin resistance can lead to prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Each step of the way, the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems increases. We spoke to Anastassios Pittas, MD, MS, Chief of Endocrinology at Tufts Medical Center and a professor at Tufts University School of […]

Sports supplements come in many shapes and sizes, from tablets and capsules to liquids, powders, and bars. While they promise a lot, the challenging nature of sports supplement research makes it difficult to truly determine the efficacy and safety of these supplements. As an example, let’s take a close look at two popular supplements: To […]

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Treating Hearing Loss May Reduce Cognitive Decline in At Risk Older Adults 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 […]

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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 […]