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100% juice may contribute to weight gain

Drinking large amounts of fruit juice can be unhealthy because it is metabolized differently than whole fruit, which contains fiber.

Infertility in women linked to worse cardiovascular health later in life

In women who have given birth, a history of infertility may be associated with poorer cardiovascular health in midlife, according to a study co-authored by Harvard Chan School researchers.

Potatoes can be occasional part of healthy eating pattern

Potatoes may be reclassified from a vegetable to a grain in the federal government’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025–2030 because of the way their nutrient profile differs from that of other vegetables.

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…

Prevention most effective focus for reducing obesity rates

This dramatic rise in obesity since the 1980s parallels the increased accessibility of cheap, unhealthy foods at all hours of the day, which has created an environment where it is very easy to consume excess calories.

High-quality carbohydrates may help control weight in middle age

People who eat a diet rich in high quality carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruit, and non-starchy vegetables may gain less weight in middle age than those whose diets contain more sugar and starchy vegetables.

Aspartame’s cancer risk unclear

A recent report by the World Health Organization declared that the artificial sweetener aspartame is “possibly carcinogenic,” but the research leading to that conclusion is unclear—so consuming aspartame to help with weight management is still reasonable, according to…

Stemming childhood obesity requires tackling root causes

Childhood obesity rates tripled in the U.S. over the past 30 years, and further surged during theCOVID-19 pandemic.

Plant-based low-carbohydrate diet linked with lower risk of premature death for people with type 2 diabetes

Following a low-carbohydrate diet comprised primarily of plant-based foods was significantly associated with lower risk of premature death among people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study led by researchers at Harvard Chan School.

Healthy Longevity

Longevity is the achievement of a long life. We may hope for longevity so that we can experience many years of quality time with loved ones or have time to explore the world. But living to a ripe…