Emphasizing unsaturated fats on a ketogenic diet

The ketogenic or “keto” diet is a low-carbohydrate, fat-rich eating plan which can include sources of unsaturated fats, such as nuts, seeds, avocados, plant oils, and oily fish, but also foods high in saturated fat, such as fatty cuts of meat, processed meats, lard, and butter. In an interview with Business Insider, Dr. Walter Willett, … Continue reading “Emphasizing unsaturated fats on a ketogenic diet”

The rising epidemic of cardiovascular disease in China

Coverage From HSPH News, featuring Frank Hu and Yanping Li: A 20-year rise in cardiovascular disease (CVD) in China appears to have been spurred largely by increases in high blood pressure, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Increasing body mass index (BMI), decreasing physical activity, a high prevalence of … Continue reading “The rising epidemic of cardiovascular disease in China”

International Collaborative Study Reinforces the Dangers of Excess Weight

Coverage From HSPH News, featuring Shilpa Bhupathiraju and Frank Hu:  Being overweight or obese is associated with a higher risk of dying prematurely than being normal weight—and the risk increases with additional pounds, according to a large international collaborative study led by researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the University … Continue reading “International Collaborative Study Reinforces the Dangers of Excess Weight”

Healthy plant-based diet linked with substantially lower type 2 diabetes risk

Coverage From HSPH News, featuring Frank Hu and Ambika Satija: Consuming a plant-based diet—especially one rich in high-quality plant foods such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes—is linked with substantially lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health… “A shift to … Continue reading “Healthy plant-based diet linked with substantially lower type 2 diabetes risk”

Walter Willett honored for being creative, collaborative, kind

In his 25 years as chair of the Department of Nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health,Walter Willett, Fredrick John Stare Professor of Epidemiology, has left a significant mark on the field of nutrition. In a symposium on Monday, May 2, 2016 that drew a large crowd to the Joseph B. Martin Conference … Continue reading “Walter Willett honored for being creative, collaborative, kind”