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Exogenous Digestive Enzymes
The National Institutes of Health estimates that 60‒70 million Americans struggle with digestive diseases. As such, it is understandable that the enzyme supplements market is projected to reach over $1...
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Pasta and Health
Q: I heard pasta is bad for my health. Is this true? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next...
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Tofu is Terrific!
Tofu is a mystery to many and a turn-off to some. If it’s unfamiliar to you, you may think the flavor is bland or the texture off-putting, but its neutral flavor and versatile texture are precisely...
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What is Selenium?
Selenium is a trace mineral found naturally in the soil, water, and in certain (mostly whole) foods, including Brazil nuts, tuna, and eggs. An essential mineral, our bodies need selenium to properly...
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Plant Power!
It’s indisputable: plant-based dietary patterns low in ultraprocessed foods are good for health. Unfortunately, nearly all of us could do with a lot more healthy plant foods on our plates—especially in...
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Reducing Sodium Intake Lowers High Blood Pressure–You Can Do It!
If you have high blood pressure, you’ve probably been told to decrease your intake of sodium (the major source of which is salt). Some people’s blood pressure levels respond to sodium reduction more...
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A Dietary Pattern That’s Good for the Planet is also Good for You
A dietary pattern that is good for both human health and the health of the planet was proposed in 2019 by the EAT-Lancet Commission, a group of leading researchers in nutrition, health, sustainability,...
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Myth of the Month: Canola oil is bad for you and should be avoided
A lot of negative things are said about canola oil. Let’s look at the facts: To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health &...
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Time-Restricted Eating Did Not Benefit Weight or Health in Trial
In a relatively small randomized, crossover, controlled trial, time-restricted eating (also known as intermittent fasting) did not lead to improvements in weight or other selected health parameters...
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Healthy Meals with “Nothing” in the House
Stock your kitchen with nutritious frozen and pantry staples for making easy, healthy, delicious dishes when you haven’t had time to plan and shop (and even when you have). To continue reading this...
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