Mauricio Eberle Morales

Q: “I’ve heard bone loss speeds up as we age. 
Can food help me keep my bones strong?”
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If you’ve ever had an adverse reaction to something you’ve eaten or experience ongoing digestive issues, you may wonder if you have a food allergy, intolerance or sensitivity. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Tufts Health & Nutrition Get the next year of

Blueberries are one of the few fruits native to North America. Native American tribes called them “star berries” for the five-point “star” at the blossom end of the berry. Marketers call them a “superfood,” although other dark-colored berries have a similar nutrient profile. Flavorful, versatile blueberries are a great choice—fresh, frozen, and even dried. To

Diabetes affects over 38 million people in the United States, and another 97.6 million people aged 18 years or older (38 percent of the adult U.S. population) have prediabetes. Here, we will take a closer look at the types of diabetes, what causes them, and the ways they can be prevented or managed. To continue

Fat. It seems we’re always trying to avoid gaining it or avoid eating it. But, when it comes to dietary fats, some are actually good for our health—and some are essential. We talked to our editor-in-chief, Alice H. Lichtenstein, DSc, to get the skinny on dietary fats. To continue reading this article or issue you

Steps: 1. In a bowl, combine yogurt, basil, salt, and pepper until blended. 2. Add chicken, blueberries, celery, and scallions and toss until evenly coated. 3. Arrange lettuce leaves on serving platter and top with chicken mixture, dividing evenly between lettuce leaves. 4. Top with almonds. To continue reading this article or issue you must

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that increase risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. It is diagnosed by the presence of at least three of five risk factors: high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high waist circumference, low levels of HDL (good) cholesterol, and high levels of triglycerides. Researchers set out

High blood pressure is a well-established risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, so treating it is an important strategy for preventing heart attack and stroke. The target for individuals taking medication for high blood pressure is generally less than 130/80 mmHg. But there is little data on whether or not this target is appropriate for individuals

A small study suggests it is possible to reduce one’s intake of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs). UPFs (packaged foods containing refined components like white flour and isolated protein and additives with few, if any, whole ingredients) make up almost 60 percent of the average American diet. High intake of these foods (especially paired with low intake