June 2022
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Fact vs. Fiction
Can you trust online health advice?
“10 ways to boost your metabolism.” “9 foods that lift your mood.” ”15 supplements to boost your immune system.” People love lists. So do websites eager to grab eyeballs. Only one problem: Much of the advice isn’t based on solid science. Here are some examples.
Preventing Disease
What's causing your back pain? Good question.
Sugary Drinks
Peter's Memo: Our latest work on added sugar
Food Safety
How to steer clear of food poisoning this summer
Healthy Eating
What's hot in the healthier ice cream aisle?
We can't do it without you!
Quick Studies
A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more.
Quick Studies
An exercise app for knee arthritis put to the test
quick studies
Should you stop eating after 4 p.m. if you want to lose extra pounds?
quick studies
Got PAD? Walking helps.
quick studies
Does a healthy diet curb your risk of type 2 diabetes, even if your genetic risk is high?
The Healthy Cook's grilled skewers
Chicken Satay
No grill? You can sauté (sans skewers) this simplified version of Chicken Satay, a classic Southeast Asian grilled-meat dish, in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes. To make it easy to cut the raw chicken into strips, freeze for 15-20 minutes before cutting.
Levantine Chicken Kofta
Chicken Yakitori
Food Find, Food Fail, & Dish of the Month
food find
Strawberries
dish of the month
Summer Strawberry Salad
food fail