The Harvard Gazette

Carbohydrates

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Zeroing in on long-term weight loss

Study looks at processed carbs as culprit in gaining pounds back

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DateNovember 29, 2018December 3, 2018

When a controversial 2014 paper called into question the limiting of saturated fat for heart health, butter made a speedy return. But just as quickly, Harvard researchers have turned the table and put butter back on the shelf, while looking at healthier fats found in nuts and vegetable oils.

Butter’s benefits melt away

Harvard researchers debunk controversial paper on saturated fat and heart health

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DateSeptember 28, 2015March 8, 2019

Low-fat or low-carb? It may not matter

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DateSeptember 11, 2014

"Many consumers have no idea how much sugar and salt is in their food," said Professor JoAnn Manson (from left), who believes the new food labels will pressure food manufacturers to address the issue. Joining Manson for the HSPH forum discussion “Sugar, Salt, and Supplements: Sorting the Science” were Associate Professor Dariush Mozaffarian and Professor Frank Hu.

Too sweet for our own good

Panel lauds new labeling guidelines, takes aim at added sugar and salt in food, as well as some supplements

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DateMarch 18, 2014

Low-fat processed foods are often higher in sugar, carbohydrates, or salt than their full-fat counterparts, according to many studies by the Harvard School of Public Health. “It’s time to end the low-fat myth,” said Walter Willett, professor of epidemiology and nutrition and chair of the Department of Nutrition at HSPH.

Muffin makeover

New recipes use whole grains, healthy fats

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DateJanuary 12, 2012April 1, 2019

“People think hitting the wall is inevitable, but it’s not,” says Harvard-MIT scientist Benjamin Rapoport, who has run 18 marathons, including a personal best of 2:55 at this year’s Boston Marathon. “In order to avoid it, you need to know what your capabilities are."

Fuel efficiency for marathoners

New research helps runners set the right pace for 26.2 miles

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DateOctober 21, 2010May 10, 2019