Nutrition

Are You Eating Too Much Salt?

Mar 29, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Nutrition

Over time, high blood pressure damages blood vessels and weakens the heart, raising the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. It also contributes to kidney disease and may play a role in Alzheimer’s disease. If you have high blood pressure, your doctor has likely advised you to reduce … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Mono- vs. polyunsaturated fats; Healthy snacks

Mar 24, 2021 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Nutrition

Q: Which is better, monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats? A: Both can aid in heart, blood pressure, and cholesterol health, and with reducing type 2 diabetes and obesity, so it’s important to get a good mix of both. Dietary guidelines suggest that total fat intake should be no more than 30 … Read More

Choose the Healthiest Canned Fish

Mar 24, 2021 · Lynn Russo Whylly · Nutrition

Canned fish is rich in healthy nutrients, including calcium, iron, omega-3 fatty acids, potassium, selenium, B vitamins, and vitamins A and D. But nutrients and sodium levels can vary widely depending on how much processing was involved and whether you are buying seafood packed in water, oil, or mustard. Before … Read More

Make Every Bite Count

Mar 24, 2021 · Lynn Russo Whylly · Nutrition

In December 2020, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the 2020‑2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. A scientific report drafted by health professionals and policy makers, the Guidelines provide recommendations on what the average American should eat and drink to … Read More

Newsbriefs: Improve cardio fitness; Reduce Parkinson’s risk; Reduce NAFLD; Abdominal Fat and COVID 19; Improve GERD; Choose healthy, unprocessed foods

Mar 24, 2021 · Lynn Russo Whylly · Nutrition

Improve Cardio Fitness with Simple Bodyweight Exercises Bodyweight exercises—in which you use your body to create resistance against gravity and build strength— can improve oxygen circulation in healthy, inactive adults, according to a study published in International Journal of Exercise Science, January 2021. Ten adults performed 18 sessions of five … Read More

Choose the Healthiest Tea

Mar 24, 2021 · Lynn Russo Whylly · Nutrition

Worldwide, tea is the second most popular beverage after water. Not only is tea flavorful and aromatic, but it also is rich in antioxidants, specifically catechins. Catechins are proven to reduce the risk of cancer, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and infection, and protect your brain and liver from damage. “All … Read More

Pep Up Your Salads with These Seven Foods

Mar 24, 2021 · Lynn Russo Whylly · Nutrition

Is your salad stuck in a rut? Facing the same vegetables every day can feel like a chore. Perk up your salad by sprinkling a wide variety of healthy ingredients for extra texture, taste, and nutrients. Here are seven favorites from Gabrielle Gambino, registered dietitian nutritionist with Weill Cornell Medicine. … Read More

Ask Tufts Experts: Choosing Breads; “Good Fats”

Mar 24, 2021 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

The bread aisle is a very confusing place. What kind of bread should I be eating (if I should be eating it at all)? Judith C. Thalheimer, RD, LDN, managing editor of Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter, answers: “Eating bread is fine, as long as you make good choices and … Read More

Five Fun Food Facts You Should Know

Mar 24, 2021 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

As a subscriber to this newsletter, you are clearly a knowledgeable consumer of both food an information. Let’s see if these fun and informative facts about everyday foods can surprise you, and maybe even change what you choose to eat and drink! 1. Bananas are berries, as are cucumbers, kiwi, … Read More

New Dietary Guidelines: What They Mean for You

Mar 24, 2021 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) aim to bring together the latest scientific information on what to eat and drink to promote health, help reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs. To harness the science-backed health-promoting power of the DGA, make changes that move you toward their four … Read More