Category: cardiovascular

Newsbriefs: Reduce inflammatory markers; Type 2 diabetes risk; Whole grains and cardiovascular risk; Skip multivitamins; Omega-3s; Chronic constipation

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Eat Walnuts to Reduce Inflammatory Markers A meta-analysis of 24 randomized controlled trials showed that…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Is sushi safe?; Consuming fermented foods

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Q: I’d like to try sushi but I’ve heard stories of people getting sick from…

Keep Up the Cardio for Good Heart Health

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Being sedentary or inactive plays as much of a role in reducing life expectancy as…

Reduce Your Sugar Intake

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The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans isn’t sugarcoating its recommendation for reducing added sugar intake….

Research Roundup: January 2021

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Belly Fat Linked to Premature Death. Excess belly fat is associated with a higher risk…

Spotlight on Supplements: Elderberry

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Many people are seeking ways to support their immune systems and stay healthy. With cold…

Nutrition and the Flu; Increase Your Whole Grains

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Q Can nutrition help fight the flu? A If you find yourself dealing with the…

The Great Diet Debate

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While any plan that cuts calories will result in short-term weight loss, not all calorie-cutting…

Simple Ways to Step Up Physical Activity

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Just one in five women and one in four men in the U.S. meets the…

Easy Steps to a Healthy New Year

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This is the time of year we make big promises to ourselves: “I will lose…

Rising Hypertension Rates Prompt “Call to Action”

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Are you one of the more than 100 million American adults who have hypertension (HT)?…

Is Red Bull Bad for You? Why You Shouldn’t Drink Energy Drinks

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Energy drinks might be tempting when you’re tired but need to keep yourself alert. And…

Is Tupperware BPA-Free? What You Should Know About Plastics and Food Safety

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For all of us who have leftovers after any number of meals, this is a…

Calcium-Rich Foods: Dairy and Non-Dairy Options, and How Much You Need Per Day

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In late 2016, Johns Hopkins Medicine released the results of a 10-year study that questioned…

Research Roundup: December 2020

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Multivitamin May Lessen Illness Symptoms A daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may lessen illness duration…

EN on Foods: Brussel Sprouts are Back!

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The Folklore. Brussels sprouts have made a comeback…but why? Turns out, it’s all about preparation….

The Wide World of Mushrooms

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Mushrooms have been consumed and used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. The ancient…

Spotlight on Supplements: Astaxanthin

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Astaxanthin may not be easy to pronounce (“asta-ZAN-thin”) nor widely known, but there is interest…

You Should Know: Pump Up Your Breakfast

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We’ve heard the old adage that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,”…

Ask the EN Experts: Should I Buy Organic?; Apple Cider Vinegar

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For as long of a year as this has been, it somehow simultaneously feels like…

Ask Tufts Experts: Belly Fat; Diverticulosis Diet

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I have a normal BMI, I eat right, and I stay quite active for a…

Special Report: Top 5 Snacking Myths

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People in the U.S. are snacking more than ever before. According to a 2019 survey,…

Newsbites: Consequences of skipping meal; diet and CVD; dental health and dementia; the importance of less inactivity

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Skipping Meals to Cut Calories Could Lead to Unexpected Consequences If you’re trying to lose…

Newsbriefs: Type 2 Diabetes; Defense against COVID-19; Improve cardiovascular health; Cognitive health; Abdominal fat loss; Vitamin C and muscle mass

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Take Folate to Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Consuming folate early in life can…

Newbriefs: Shoulder Replacements; Pneumonia Shots; Flu & Acute Cardiovascular Events; Bone Drugs & Atypical Fractures

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Most Shoulder Replacements Last More Than 10 Years The vast majority of shoulder replacement implants…

Research Roundup: November 2020

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High Protein Linked to Lower Risk of Death. A higher protein diet may lower mortality…

All for Apples!

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The Folklore. The beloved apple is quite likely the world’s most famous fruit. People have…

The Pros (and Cons) of Vegetarian Diets

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A recent poll found that about one in ten Americans say they follow a vegetarian…

Special Report: Eat Better, Shop Better, with this Simple Plan

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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we procure, prepare, and consume food. As a…

Newsbites: Plant Based Diets; Coffee and Health; Vitamin D and Cholesterol; Alzheimer’s Risk Factors

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Avoiding Animal Products Does Not Ensure a Healthy “Plant-Based” Diet An observational study recently published…

Newsbriefs: Fragmented Sleep & Heart Disease; Persistent Negative Thinking; Back Pain Solutions

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Fragmented Sleep: A Risk Factor for Heart Disease Sleep scientists from the University of California,…

Muscle Up Your Immune System

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Skeletal muscles, such as biceps and quadriceps, are those that enable movement, for example, hitting…

Research Roundup

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Whole Grains May Lower Risk of Hypertension. Eating whole grains— like whole wheat, oats, barley—more…

Hungry for Hemp Seeds

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The Folklore. Hemp is back! This variety of the cannabis plant, not to be confused…

Weight Fluctuation: A Normal Daily Occurence

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Weight fluctuation throughout the course of a day is normal. Weight fluctuation throughout the course…

5 Common Nutrition Myths vs the Nutrition Facts

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Misconceptions about nutrition and health abound, especially when it comes to dieting and weight loss,…

Alcohol’s Overhyped Health Benefits

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Some people feel a drink at the end of a tough day helps them unwind…

Gout: Your Big Toe Might Provide Important Health Clues

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When you picture someone with gout, you may think of an older, overweight man who…

Are You at Increased Risk of Stroke?

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You need to know if your stroke risk is high for two main reasons. First,…

Ask Tufts Experts: Raw vs. Roasted Nuts; Lactose in Yogurt

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Which is a better choice for my health, raw nuts, or roasted? Alice H. Lichtenstein,…

The Stress-Diet Connection

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Nutrition Lessons from a Global Pandemic

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Here at Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter we strive to provide you with the latest,…

Newsbites: Cardiovascular Health; Heart Health; Weight Loss Strategies

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Cardiovascular Health Linked to Transition from Mild Cognitive Impairment to Dementia A clinical study published…

Chocolate Benefits for Your Brain May Include Memory and Mood Improvement

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Eating moderate amounts of dark chocolate may benefit health in many ways. In fact, some…

Turmeric Benefits May Lower LDL Cholesterol

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If you want to lower LDL naturally, the answer may lie in your spice rack….

Research Roundup: July 2020

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• Midlife Weight Gain Harms Lungs. Putting on weight during middle age may lead to…

EN on Foods: Crazy for Corn!

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The Folklore. Corn is one of the most anticipated joys of summer, along with long…

The Best Diet for Healthy Aging?

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Worldwide, people are living longer. In 2000, one in ten people in the U.S. were…

Three Nutrients That May Help Lower Triglycerides

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If you’ve discovered that you have high triglycerides, it’s important to learn how to lower…