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Increasing production of aquatic foods a win-win for people and planet
September 17, 2021—Nutrition researchers have long touted the health benefits of fish such as salmon, cod, and herring. But the world’s waterways, from the depths of the oceans to the cutbanks of rivers to tropical reefs, offer up…
A new framework for understanding obesity
Excess weight is commonly understood to be caused by an energy imbalance—more calories consumed than expended over the course of the day. A new study co-authored by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health argues that…
Machine learning sheds new light on how walnuts benefit health
A newly developed machine learning algorithm has uncovered information about how eating walnuts can lead to significantly lower risk of chronic diseases. The algorithm was able to analyze data from 1,833 participants of a multi-year nutrition study and…
Why plant-based diets are good for human and planetary health
Diets that are largely plant-based and low in red meat may be the best way to feed a global population expected to reach 10 billion by 2050.
Green Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of fatty liver disease
A form of the Mediterranean diet including more green plant matter may reduce the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease by half.
Assessing the latest U.S. dietary guidelines
Eric Rimm, professor in the Departments of Epidemiology and Nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, discussed the recently released 2020–2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
Diet may influence risk of aggressive prostate cancer
Dietary patterns that are associated with inflammation and insulinemia—a condition marked by high levels of insulin in the blood—may put men at an increased risk for aggressive forms of prostate cancer, according to new research led by Harvard…
Meal Prep Guide
Who hasn’t left work late with a growling stomach but little energy to shop and cook? A busy schedule is one of the top reasons why people choose quick takeout meals, which are often calorie-laden and a contributor to expanding waistlines.…
Mindful Eating
What Is It? Mindful eating stems from the broader philosophy of mindfulness, a widespread, centuries-old practice used in many religions. Mindfulness is an intentional focus on one’s thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in the present moment. Mindfulness targets…
SNAP an effective economic stimulus program
As a result of the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, one in five U.S. households lacks adequate food.