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Apples
Does eating an apple every day really keep the doctor away? Apples are certainly popular—ranking among the top three fruits produced around the world. They are easy to store and transport, and as a result, are typically available…
Two Harvard Chan researchers cited as women at forefront of cancer research
Heather Eliassen and Maryam Farvid of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health were featured on a list of nine women at the forefront of cancer research. The University Network (TUN) cited the two women in a September…
Bananas
There’s a bit of confusion surrounding bananas. Some people consider this iconic golden fruit a healthy choice while others avoid it, after seeing it on Internet lists of “5 Worst Foods.” Unfavorable claims suggest that bananas cause weight…
High fruit and vegetable consumption may reduce risk of breast cancer, especially aggressive tumors
Women who eat a high amount of fruits and vegetables each day may have a lower risk of breast cancer than those who eat less.
Kale
Who knew a vegetable could be so cool? Although kale has early roots in Greek and Roman culture, it remained a relatively minor commercial crop in the U.S. until recent years. This leafy green reached celebrity status around…
When should you consider buying organic?
When buying vegetables and fruits, it can be challenging to know when it’s worth spending more for organic products over conventionally produced options that generally have more chemicals. Scientists have linked pesticides in foods to fertility issues and…
Winter Squash
Pumpkins may attract much attention as an official sign of cooler weather, but they are just one of dozens of seasonal squash varieties in the Cucurbitaceae (gourd) family. "Winter" squashes are uniquely beautiful with ribbed or bumpy skins,…
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are typically recognized by their copper-colored skin and vibrant orange flesh, though the hundreds of varieties grown worldwide display colors such as white, cream, yellow, reddish-purple, and deep purple. Although they are often found on holiday…
Pesticides in produce linked with reduced fertility in women
Eating fruits and vegetables with high amounts of pesticide residue—such as strawberries, spinach, peppers, or grapes—may reduce women’s chances of conceiving and bearing children, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The…
Plant-based diets can be hit or miss when it comes to health
A recent study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers that found not all plant-based diets to be healthy was the subject of an October 2, 2017 New York Times article. The study, led by Ambika…