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Nutrition Security

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The majority of Americans do not meet the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans,…

Fight Free Radicals with Antioxidants

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If “free radicals” sounds to you like a ’60s protest chant, you haven’t been keeping…

Research Round Up: August 2022

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• Prunes Support Bone Health. Prunes may help protect against bone loss in postmenopausal women,…

Can Supplements Block Fats?

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© JW LTD | Getty ImagesCan taking a pill actually block the fat you consume…

“SMASH” Fish

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From morning coffee to YouTube videos, every day we are surrounded by things that prove…

All About The Lone Star Tick and Lone Star Tick Disease

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the lone star tick has…

Hydrating for Health

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It’s hot out! High temperatures increase the risk of dehydration. Fluids are critical to optimal…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Regenerative farming; Anosmia; Sudden cardiac death vs. heart attack

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What is “regenerative farming”? I’ve heard this term used in discussions about climate change. Regenerative…

Ask Tufts Experts: Sustainability of Tree Nuts; Feeling Faint when Meals are Skipped

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I recently heard that growing almonds requires more water than producing beef. I want to…

Get to Know Shell Beans

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

Is a “Juice Cleanse” Right for You?

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Juice cleanses involve consuming nothing but fruit and vegetable juices, often organic and raw, for…

What You Need to Know about Prostate Cancer

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Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the U.S. and around…

Patient Participation Is a Must for Optimum Hip Replacement Outcome

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More than 350,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed each year in the U.S. And the…

What is Selenium and Its Benefits?

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Selenium may have caught your attention, as it’s one among many supplements that has been…

The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting

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We live in a diet culture, one in which we are constantly exposed to the…

Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass: Types of Bariatric Surgery

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According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), there are three types of bariatric surgeries…

Ask Tufts Experts: Antioxidant Vitamins; Genetically Engineered Food

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I see lots of ads and Web pages touting the benefits of antioxidant vitamins. Should…

Nutrition for Moms-to-Be

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Good nutrition is important at every stage of life, and when a woman is eating…

EN on Foods Say Hey to Swiss Chard

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Add colorful chard to liven up your next meal. © onfilm | Getty Images Despite…

Do Brain Health Supplements Actually Work?

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A recent survey from Harvard Health found that about 25 percent of adults over the…

OTC Pain Relievers May Have Side Effects, Just Like Prescription Drugs

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You probably don’t think much about it when you take a couple of Advil or…

Ease Symptoms of IBS with Lifestyle Strategies

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Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) include abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and/or constipation. But…

Supplements Aren’t Always Safe

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Most American adults take some kind of dietary supplement every day, according to the National…

Frontline: Vitamin D; Risk of dementia; Osteoporosis Drug

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Higher Vitamin D Levels Linked with Milder COVID-19 Cases Researchers in Israel found “striking” differences…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Acupuncture vs. acupressure; Causes of bad breath; Kyphoplasty

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What’s the difference between acupuncture and acupressure? Is it true that acupuncture doesn’t hurt? Both…

Ask Tufts Experts: Nutrition Label Nutrients; Diet and Diverticulitis

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Why can’t I find vitamin C on most Nutrition Facts labels? Who decides which vitamins…

What You Need to Know About “Leaky Gut Syndrome”

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In recent years, the internet has been full of articles describing symptoms of “leaky gut…

Ask The Doctor: January 2022

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I am struggling with bad breath. What can I do? Bad breath can occur for…

What Anger Is Trying to Tell You

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At its core, anger serves an important purpose. It signals a threat and demands a…

Is Turmeric Good for Arthritis?

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Turmeric is a plant in the ginger family. The Latin name is Curcuma longa. Turmeric…

Best Anti-Aging Skin Care: Retinol

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Retinoids were approved for the treatment of acne back in 1971 by prescription only. This…

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…

Ask Tufts Experts: Evolving Dietary Advice; Nutrition and COVID-19

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I do my best to keep up with the latest nutrition advice, but it seems…

Ask The Doctor: December 2021

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

Gifts That Cushion, Comfort, and Assist

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Everyone can use a helping hand every now and then. And that’s especially true if…

Ask Tufts Experts: Added Fibers; Cherry Juice for Arthritis

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I’ve noticed that a lot of food packages boast the product has extra fiber. Are…