Tufts University's Health and Nutrition Letter (HNL)
Volume 43 • Number 2 • April 2025
Most weight loss diet trends fail to deliver the results we want (at least long-term), and some are downright unhealthy. Understanding the pitfalls of some popular plans can help you evaluate promises and avoid being fooled by hype. Very Low Calorie Diets. These eating plans severely limit the number of …
Issue Highlights
A dietary pattern rich in foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and whole grains is associated with better overall …
We know that carrying excess weight increases risk of type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, certain cancers, back and joint …
There is no question that eggs are nutritious. The protein in eggs provides all the essential amino acids our bodies …
So-called “fasting” diets have recently received a lot of buzz in the media and attention from researchers as a possible …
Although it has been the subject of numerous health, weight loss, and cooking books, the so-called “Mediterranean diet” is not …
