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Opinion: Better nutrition education for doctors could help address diet-related diseases
In an Oct. 30 U.S. News and World Report commentary, David Eisenberg, adjunct associate professor of nutrition and director of culinary nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and co-authors outlined steps underway to improve nutrition…
Measuring the health value of carbohydrates
Carbohydrate quality, glycemic index, metabolic health were the focus at the Department of Nutrition’s annual Stare-Hegsted Lecture.
For a healthy diet, there’s no one-size-fits-all
“You don’t have to follow a rigid regimen. Basically, you want to eat whole foods," says Harvard Chan School's Frank Hu.
Nutritious diet in midlife linked to healthier aging
Eating a nutritious diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and unsaturated fats throughout midlife may increase the odds of aging healthfully, according to a new Harvard Chan School study.
Eating a plant-based diet over time appears safe regarding risk of hip fracture
Eating a plant-based diet over the long term does not appear to increase the risk of hip fracture in postmenopausal women, according to a new study co-authored by Harvard Chan School.
Atlantic diet linked to health benefits, but watch the red meat
People who eat the Atlantic diet, which is based on traditional eating patterns in northwest Spain and northern Portugal, may reduce their risk of developing metabolic syndrome.
Milk optional in a balanced diet
For those who eat a balanced diet, drinking milk isn’t necessary for good health, according to Harvard Chan School experts.
Course brings nutrition into medical education and practice
Good nutrition is an important component of fighting diseases such as cardiovascular conditions and type 2 diabetes, yet the topic is often overlooked during patients’ visits with doctors. A Harvard Chan School course addresses the issue, focusing on…
No one-size-fits-all diet for improving longevity
Identify whole foods you enjoy and make your own healthy eating pattern, says nutrition expert.
Low-carbohydrate diets emphasizing healthy, plant-based sources associated with slower long-term weight gain
Low-carbohydrate diets comprised mostly of plant-based proteins and fats with healthy carbohydrates such as whole grains were associated with slower long-term weight gain than low-carbohydrate diets comprised mostly of animal proteins and fats with unhealthy carbohydrates like refined…
