Category: diet

Vitamin D Deficiency: Are You at Risk?

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Vitamin D is an important vitamin for health. It helps you absorb calcium from your…

What Is Serotonin Deficiency?

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Serotonin is an important brain chemical that relays messages in your brain, called a neurotransmitter….

Research Roundup: November 2020

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

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…

Ask Tufts Experts: Aquafaba; Nightshade Vegetables; Is Pork White Meat?

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I have a friend who has been using “aquafaba” in baking? What is it, and…

Food for Healthy Skin

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We all want smooth, healthy skin. There is a huge market for skincare products, but…

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…

Handling Your Heartburn

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It’s a safe bet that antacids have a permanent place in your medicine cabinet. That’s…

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…

Diet Swaps for Lowering Your Blood Pressure

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If you have high blood pressure (or would like to avoid it) you probably already…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Planetary Health Diet; Resveratrol

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What is the Planetary Health Diet? The Planetary Health Diet (PHD) is a dietary plan…

Changes in the Aging Male

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A growth here, a wayward stream there, weird noises in the night: Age happens and…

Ask the Doctor: Depression Prevalence; MCI and Mood; Second Strokes

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Q: I’ve read a variety of statistics about the prevalence of depression. How common is…

Are Potato Chips Bad for You?

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Salt and vinegar, barbecue, kettle-cooked, ruffled — to me, all potato chips are delicious. If…

The New Blood Pressure Chart: Where Do Your Numbers Fit?

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High blood pressure – hypertension – used to be when your blood pressure was consistently…

Lockjaw Versus a Locked Jaw: What’s the Difference

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Medical dictionaries describe lockjaw as a tightness or spasm of the jaw muscles due to…

5 Heart Disease Warning Signs

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There are many types of heart disease, but the most common in the United Sates…

Are You at Risk of Developing Prediabetes?

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A prediabetes warning can be characterized by low blood sugar symptoms like fatigue, weakness, tiredness,…

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,…

Spotlight On Supplements: Evening Primrose Oil

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The use of complementary and alternative therapies continues to increase. Over a third of older…

Ask Tufts Experts: Foods for Regularity; Cutting Salt Intake; Leaky Gut

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I understand fiber can help keep me regular. Is oatmeal a good choice? Nicola McKeown,…

How Your Medications Interact with Food Intake

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Many concerns about interactions between medications and foods are unfounded. Understanding how foods interact with…

Alcohol’s Overhyped Health Benefits

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

Beating Depression: Dietary Supplements Offer Little Value

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Evidence on the effectiveness of specific supplements for the treatment of depression is mixed, according…

Newbites: Lower Alzheimer’s risk; Red meat and building muscle; restaurant nutrition; cancer risk and sedentary behavior

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Lower Alzheimer’s Risk May Be Possible with Healthy Lifestyle A study published in June in…

Amp Up Your Diet with These Plant Proteins

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Replacing some (or all) animal protein with plant protein; eating more vegetables; and choosing naturally…

Get Relief From Constipation

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Bowel movements may not be a common topic of polite conversation, but most people suffer…

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,…

What Is Leptin?

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Leptin is a hormone that was only discovered in 1994. A hormone is a chemical…

Twitching While Sleeping

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Have you ever been jerked out of sleep by a sudden twitch or uncontrolled muscle…

Are You at Risk for Calcium Deficiency?

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You probably know that calcium is important for growing and keeping your bones strong. Did…

How Long Does Gout Last?

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A gout attack can cause sudden and very severe joint pain. It frequently starts in…

Diverticulitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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To understand diverticulitis, you need to understand diverticulosis, so let’s start there. Diverticulosis is a…

Do Foods Cause Kidney Stones?

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Kidney stones can form when you have too much dissolved minerals and salts in your…

Is Your Blood Sugar in the Normal Range?

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Blood sugar is also called blood glucose. It is a measurement of the amount of…

Alcohol and Blood Pressure: How Alcohol Can Affect Hypertension

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Drinking alcohol raises your blood pressure, even if you are not a heavy drinker. [1,2]…

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

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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…

Choose the Best Plant-Based Milk for You

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When it comes to plant-based milks, you’ve got a lot of choices, including soy, nut,…

Gout Foods: What Food Should I Avoid with Gout?

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If you’re suffering from the pain and discomfort of gout, foods containing high levels of…

Lemon Health Benefits: Reduce Your Risk of Cancer, Anemia, and More

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Lemons are much more than a garnish for your glass of water or fancy cocktail….

Is There Such Thing as a Gastritis Diet?

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According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) for digestive diseases, research shows that neither…

Matcha Powder Benefits

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Green tea may be one of the healthiest beverages you can drink, except, perhaps, for…

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….