Taxes, warning labels, and industry influence: sugary drinks are a growing topic in policy discussions both nationally and internationally. Earlier this year, following evidence-based recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, the 2015-2020 U.S. Dietary Guidelines—for the first time—included a limit on added sugars at less than 10 percent of total calories. For an average … Continue reading “Spotlight on Soda”
Sometimes the most innovative ideas do not rely on the latest technology but perhaps something far more challenging: changing the norm. Imagine this scenario. You are attending a fascinating lecture, diligently taking notes, when abruptly the speaker pushes away the microphone and steps from the podium. She requests everyone to rise from their seats and … Continue reading “Activating a Move-Friendly World”
Shopping for holiday gifts is at the top of many people’s to-do lists. And while so-called “health nuts” used to be the primary recipients of wellness-boosting presents, the reality is that everyone can benefit from being given “the gift of health.” This holiday season, consider adopting a health theme for your holiday shopping. To help, … Continue reading “Healthy Gift Guide — 17 ideas for giving “the gift of health””
Vegetable Recipes Asparagus with Warm Tarragon–Pecan Vinaigrette Asparagus Spears with Mandarin Orange Baby Arugula and Shaved Fennel with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette Braised Cabbage with Leeks and Sesame Seeds Braised Oyster Mushrooms, Coconut, and Macadamia Butternut Squash Soup Caesar Salad Cardamom Roasted Cauliflower Carrot Coriander Soup Cauliflower Tomato Soup with Indian Spices Cauliflower and Walnut Soup … Continue reading “Complete List of Recipes”
Asparagus with Warm Tarragon–Pecan Vinaigrette Asparagus Spears with Mandarin Orange Baby Arugula and Shaved Fennel with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette Braised Cabbage with Leeks and Sesame Seeds Braised Oyster Mushrooms, Coconut, and Macadamia Butternut Squash Soup Caesar Salad Cardamom Roasted Cauliflower Carrot Coriander Soup Cauliflower Tomato Soup with Indian Spices Cauliflower and Walnut Soup Endive Salad … Continue reading “Vegetable Recipes”
Efere iri ihe na- enye ahụike, bụ nke ndị Ọkachamara n’ ihe gbasara ezigbo nri n’ ụlọakwụkwọ “Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Editors” n’ akwụkwọ nzisa ozi Harvard Health kepụtara, bụ usoro e si ekewasi ahụike, nri zụrụ ọke—ma etinyere ya n’ efere ma ọ bụ kechie ya n’ igbe nri ehihie. … Continue reading “Efere Iri Ihe Na-Enye Ahụike (Igbo)”
In the beginning, there was water—abundant, refreshing, providing everything the body needs to replenish the fluids it loses. Humans relied on it as the only beverage for millions of years. Milk was introduced with the advent of agriculture and the domestication of animals. Then came beer and wine and coffee and tea, all consumed for … Continue reading “Healthy Drinks”
Americans consume on average more than 200 calories each day from sugary drinks (58,59)—four times what they consumed in 1965 (60)—and strong evidence indicates that our rising thirst for “liquid candy” has been a major contributor to the obesity and diabetes epidemics. (41,46,52-54,61) Taking action against sugary drinks Research shows that sugary drinks are one … Continue reading “Public Health Concerns: Sugary Drinks”
Sugary drinks (also categorized as sugar-sweetened beverages or “soft” drinks) refer to any beverage with added sugar or other sweeteners (high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, fruit juice concentrates, and more). This includes soda, pop, cola, tonic, fruit punch, lemonade (and other “ades”), sweetened powdered drinks, as well as sports and energy drinks. As a category, … Continue reading “Sugary Drinks”
After water, tea and coffee are the two most commonly consumed beverages on the planet. They are brimming with antioxidants, flavonoids, and other biologically active substances that may be good for health. Coffee Tea Terms of UseThe contents of this website are for educational purposes and are not intended to offer personal medical advice. … Continue reading “Other Healthy Beverage Options”
