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Build a Balanced Daily Diet One Nutrient at a Time

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After menopause, women experience significant hormonal changes that can affect bone density, muscle mass, and…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Yeast Infections and Constipation

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What can I do to reduce the likelihood of getting a yeast infection, and what’s…

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…

The Facts About Pea Protein

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Pea protein is showing up in everything, from protein powders to plant-based beverages. Consumers should…

Ask Tufts Experts: Food Choices When Tired; Eating During Chemotherapy

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I tend to make less healthful food choices when I’m tired. Is this a real…

Dietary Choices for Vestibular Migraine

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If you’ve ever suffered from headaches, you’re well aware how disruptive they can be. When…

Build a Better Breakfast 

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Breakfast may be the least popular meal of the day. Hunger, time, motivation—whatever it is,…

Beat the Heat with Cool Summer Treats

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There’s nothing like an icy drink or frozen treat to help tame summer swelter, keep…

Create a Powerful Pantry

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

Medications That Boost Bone Health

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With the many health concerns facing postmenopausal women, it’s easy to overlook bone health. After…

Vestibular Migraine Diet

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If you’ve ever suffered from headaches, you’re well aware how disruptive they can be. When…

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….

What Is a Liquid Diet and Is It Healthy?

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In America, there is no shortage of diets to cling to. Paleo, plant-based, keto, DASH…

Pack a Stash of Pistachios

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The Folklore. There’s no denying the irresistible pistachio. Its smooth beige shell reveals a peak…

Obesity is a Disease: Why, and Why it Matters

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There has been a pervasive idea in society that obesity is a sign of personal…

Improve Your Diet with Smart Snacking Strategies

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When you’re making your grocery list and focusing on breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you might…

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?…

Fitting in Fats for Health

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Far from just padding our waistlines, fats play important roles in our bodies. Having fat…

Give Thanks for Good Health!

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Mashed potatoes, stuffing, sweet potatoes, casseroles, turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce, creamy green beans, pies and…

Top Reasons to Avoid “Top Foods” Lists

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You see them everywhere: “The ten best/worst foods for your health.” “The top five reasons…

Ask Tufts Experts: Relative Heath of Processed Foods; Calcium Intake Recommendations

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On the spectrum of processed foods, where do supposedly healthy foods such as plant milks,…

Harvest the Bounty of Nutrients in Winter Squash

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Need to add some variety to your menus this fall? “Add winter squash to your…

What Are Super Greens Powder Drinks?

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Greens powders have long been a fixture on supplement shelves. With a little help from…

Eight Essentials for Heart Health

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For years we were told to “eat well and exercise” to keep our hearts healthy….

Ask the Experts: October 2022

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Q: What is metabolic syndrome? A: Metabolic syndrome is a combination of risk factors that…

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?…

What’s Your ASCVD Risk?

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Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), commonly referred to as simply cardiovascular disease or heart disease, is…

Women Benefit from Earlier Colorectal Cancer Screening

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For adults at average risk of colorectal cancer (CRC), the recommended starting age for screening…

Boost Energy with Healthy Food Choices and Eating Strategies

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If you’re looking for a way to stay energized throughout the day, skip the energy…

Foods to Fight Constipation

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If you’ve been feeling a little backed up, you’re not alone. Constipation is one of…

Red, White, and…Berries!

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

Newsbites: Increase muscle; U.S. intake of protein, fruits, and vegetables; omega-3s and depression

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Walking Can Preserve Women’s Muscle with Age, No Extra Protein Needed A trial that asked…

Are You at Risk for Vitamin B12 Deficiency?

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If you’ve noticed you’re feeling a bit more tired and weak and your brain isn’t…

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…

“Healthy” Chips?

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The snack aisle is packed with a confusing array of chip options. We’ve got some…

Vitamin D and Your Health: Unanswered Questions

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If you take supplements in an effort to raise your blood levels of vitamin D,…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Long-term effects of constipation; The “Whole30” eating plan

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Can constipation cause damage to the intestines? Occasional constipation, which is usually defined as having…

Ask the Doctor: October 2021

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Q. What is the difference between a sign and a symptom? A. A symptom is…

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,…

Symptoms of Iodine Deficiency & How It Affects Your Thyroid

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Iodine is an essential nutrient. That means your body needs it, but it can’t make…

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…

“Plant-Based” Diets Done Right

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Plant-based diets (patterns that maximize plantderived foods and minimize animal-derived foods) are a good choice…

Ask Tufts Experts: How to Gain Weight; Heart Health Terms Explained

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I’m recovering from illness and need to put on a few pounds. Any advice? Judith…

Dinner Time! Making it Quick and Healthy

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Like all meals, dinner should include plenty of minimally processed plant foods (non-starchy vegetables, fruits,…

Dietary Supplement Myths You Need to Know

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In a 2019 poll, 86 percent of Americans surveyed said they took some kind of…

EN on Foods: A Peach of a Fruit

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The Folklore. One of summer’s most eagerly anticipated fruits, the peach has been adored for…