Department of Nutrition
We research how nutrition affects human health at molecular and population levels to shape public policy and help people make better diet and lifestyle choices.
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Boston, MA 02115
News
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Healthy diet in midlife may protect brain decades later
Heart-healthy eating patterns may also promote long-term cognitive health.
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Is jerky a healthy snack?
Jerky in a variety of meats including elk, salmon, and kangaroo is trending as a protein source, but is it as healthy as wellness influencers claim?
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Making sense of ultra-processed foods at the grocery store
Consumers have been warned about the health risks of consuming ultra-processed foods, but avoiding these products can be challenging.
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Dietary changes, exercise can keep prediabetes in check
Diet and exercise can reverse or manage high blood sugar before it develops into diabetes.
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Healthy body weight, regular exercise ‘a big part of the battle’ for reducing cancer risk
The single biggest way that diet increases cancer risk is by contributing to excess weight, says nutrition expert Edward Giovannucci.
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Low-carb and low-fat diets associated with lower heart disease risk if rich in high-quality, plant-based foods, low in animal products
A new Harvard Chan School study shows it’s the quality—not quantity—of macronutrients that make a difference for heart health, debunking myth that modulating carbohydrate and fat intake alone is inherently beneficial.
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Rethinking aquatic foods management to tackle global malnutrition
One promising solution for addressing global malnutrition: better stewardship of sources of nutrient-rich aquatic foods.
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Drinking 2-3 cups of coffee a day tied to lower dementia risk
A new study found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day, or one to two cups of tea, reduced dementia risk, slowed cognitive decline, and preserved brain function.
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Training medical students to talk about nutrition and health
An online self-directed course provides a model for nutrition education in medical school.
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Invest in SNAP to ensure all Americans can eat real food, expert says
Eating “real food” and avoiding ultra-processed food may be out of reach for many people receiving food assistance.
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