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
One guest at your holiday table is a strict vegan; another touts the merits of “clean eating;” a third talks …
The feast that officially kicks off the holiday season is almost here. Thanksgiving is steeped in the comfort and familiarity …
If you grew up with slimy Brussels sprouts, mushy broccoli that smelled of sulfur, or the same peas and cubes …
For breakfast, snacks, or even meal replacements, smoothies are all the rage. But are they really a healthy choice? That …
Plant-based diets (patterns that maximize plantderived foods and minimize animal-derived foods) are a good choice for your health. They are …
