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Harvard Chan School scientist shares expertise on climate change’s impact on nutrition in new book from Greta Thunberg
Samuel Myers of Harvard Chan School is among the contributors to The Climate Book, a new book created by environmental activist Greta Thunberg.
Is tofu healthy? Yes, says Harvard Chan expert.
Although tofu’s history is a bit complicated, a nutrition expert from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health says that it’s healthy for most people.
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.
More evidence for replacing red meat with other protein sources
Reducing red meat consumption while eating more plant and dairy protein could lower the risk of developing and dying from coronary heart disease.
Plant-based ‘meat’ not necessarily healthy
Vegetable protein-based products, like burgers that attempt to replicate the taste and texture of meat, may contain unhealthy ingredients.
Moderate egg consumption likely OK for most healthy people
Eating three or four eggs a week doesn’t appear to have a major effect on blood cholesterol for people who don’t already have high cholesterol or type 2 diabetes.
Simple guidelines for healthy meals
The flurry of nutritional information in the media can make healthy meal planning seem daunting and confusing. But it doesn’t have to be.
Is the Keto diet safe?
The ultra-low-carbohydrate Keto diet can help people lose weight in the short term, but it may not be healthy over the long term. The Keto diet emphasizes high intake of fats, some protein, and very small amounts of…
A burger grown in the lab?
Mounting evidence that red meat may be harmful to health—and environmental and ethical concerns around industrial farming practices—has given rise to a number of alternative products, such as plant-based foods that taste like meat.
Lobster’s healthfulness depends on how it’s served
When it’s not doused in butter or mayonnaise, lobster can be a healthy option.