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Care for the Caregivers: Managing the Stress of Caring for Someone with Cognitive Decline

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Whether it’s for a parent, spouse, or someone else in your life experiencing cognitive decline,…

Smart Swaps for a Healthy New Year

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Is improving the quality of your dietary pattern on your short list for resolutions this…

Balance and Planning Are Key to a Heart-Healthy Diet

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Nearly one in three women have heart disease, and it is the leading cause of…

Healthy Meals with “Nothing” in the House

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Stock your kitchen with nutritious frozen and pantry staples for making easy, healthy, delicious dishes…

Exercises That Improve Balance Reduce Falls and Boost Confidence

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Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults, according to the Centers for…

Four Tips for a Healthy Fourth

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The Fourth of July is a perfect time for outdoor celebrations. Grilled burgers, hotdogs, chips,…

Embrace an Anti-Inflammation Diet and Enjoy Better Health and Well-Being

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Anti-inflammatory diets focus on whole, nutrient dense foods, while minimizing or eliminating processed foods, refined…

Does Lowering Your Sodium Intake Really Keep Your Blood Pressure in Check?

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Keeping your blood pressure (BP) in a normal range may seem like fun­damental advice for…

Reduce Inflammation and You May Lower Your Cancer Risk

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You may have heard that chronic inflammation is associated with the development of serious diseases,…

Expand Your Plant Palate

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Research is clear that consuming whole and minimally processed plant foods in place of refined…

Ask Tufts Experts: Apple Cider Vinegar; Salt vs. Sodium; Ketone Drinks

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Does apple cider vinegar help with blood sugar control? Richard Siegel, MD, co-director of the…

Health Benefits of Pumpkin

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Pumpkins mark the upcoming fall season with decorative flair on front porches and tabletops as…

Ask Tufts Experts: Actionable Information; A Calorie is a Calorie

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I found the June article on cooking terminology interesting, but it’s not what I’m used…

Create a Powerful Pantry

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Healthy cooking doesn’t have to start with fresh ingredients. Having nutritious staples and cooking essentials…

Delicious, Nutritious Mexican Food

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Mexican food is the most popular ethnic cuisine in the U.S. Fortunately, most Mexican cuisine…

Ask Tufts Experts: How long to keep leftovers; Purposeful weight gain

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I want to reduce my food waste, but I don’t want to eat spoiled food….

Make Healthy Fats Part of Your Eating Pattern

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Sometimes, it’s challenging to make changes in your diet. But here’s a simple approach to…

Take These 6 Steps to Reduce Your Stroke Risk

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A stroke is caused by a partial or total interruption of the blood supply to…

The Nutrition of Global Cuisine—Healthier 
by Region?

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There has never been a better time to explore the exciting flavors of world cuisines….

Healthier Ingredient Swaps

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Eating healthier may seem overwhelming, but it shouldn’t be! It can be as simple as…

Ask Tufts Experts: Washing Organic Foods; Instant Oatmeal

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Since they are grown without pesticides, do organic fruits and vegetables need to be washed?…

Newsbites: Diabetes Control; Lifespan and salt; genes, lifestyle, and prostate cancer

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Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Works as Well as Ketogenic Diet for Diabetes Control In a controlled…

Understanding Heart Disease in Women

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© Science Photo Library | Getty ImagesHeart disease kills more women than all cancers combined….

Ask Tufts Experts: Activated Charcoal; Oatmeal vs. Oat Bran

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A friend is encouraging me to take activated charcoal capsules. Is this a good idea?…

Why Pseudograins are the Real Deal

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Would it surprise you that some “grains” aren’t grains at all? It might not, if…

Red, White, and…Berries!

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Berries are bursting with flavor—as well as vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds that can benefit…

What to Do If You Think You’re Having a “Nervous Breakdown”

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The term “nervous breakdown” is commonly used to refer to an inability to function normally;…

Get to Know Shell Beans

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From the familiar navy, pinto, and lima beans to soybeans and heirloom varieties like scarlet…

Lung Detox or Lung Cleanse: Can You Clean Out Your Lungs Naturally?

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Products that claim they can detoxify, clean, or clear your lungs can be made from…

Unhealthy Air Quality: What Should You Do When the AQI is Too High?

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According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), air pollution can be dangerous to…

The Best Vegan Protein Sources: Mycoprotein, Seeds & More

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Protein has been the buzzword in every food conversation for a few years now. As…

Milk Alternatives: A Comparison of Non-Dairy Milk Options

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What was once a simple decision between whole, low-fat, or skim milk, the list of…

Ask The Doctor: December 2021

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Caregivers come to our home to help with my wife, who has dementia. Because we…

Can Your Diet be Too Clean?

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We’ve all heard the term “clean eating,” and how it’s supposed to give us picture-perfect…

Cut Your LDL Cholesterol with Diet

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The word “cholesterol” usually has a negative connotation, but it’s not all bad. In fact,…

Ask Tufts Experts: Plain Yogurt; “Low” and “Reduced” Defined; Herbs vs. Spices

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You frequently recommend eating plain yogurt, but I find it too sour. What can I…

Lentils: Easy, Tasty Nutrition

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Lentils may not be a staple in your pantry, but they should be! Easy to…