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Welcome to the Nutrition Source, a Web site maintained by the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health.

Aside from not smoking, the most important determinants of good health are what we eat and how active we are. The Nutrition Source is designed to get you started down the path toward the healthiest diet possible.

At the Nutrition Source, we explore the latest science about healthy eating for adults, answering key questions:

  • How helpful is the USDA's new Pyramid and "food guidance system"?
  • Should you still be concerned about fat intake?
  • Should you eat more or fewer carbohydrates?
  • What about eggs?
  • Fiber?
  • Calcium?

A lot of confusing information about nutrition gets batted about in the media and certain health circles, making it very hard to know what to eat. The Nutrition Source will cut through all that, providing clear tips for healthy eating and dispelling a few nutrition myths along the way. And you won't just find out what you should eat, but why.

ABOUT THIS SITE | HSPH | DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION

 

 

The aim of the Harvard School of Public Health Nutrition Source is to provide timely information on diet and nutrition for clinicians, allied health professionals, and the public. The contents of this Web site are not intended to offer personal medical advice, which should be obtained from a health-care provider. The information does not mention brand names, nor does it endorse any particular products.

©2005 President and Fellows of Harvard College.

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Nutrition News from the Harvard School of Public Health:

Obesity: When Minority Groups Face Majority of Risks -- from HPH NOW, July 22, 2005

Despite Conflicting Studies about Obesity, Most Americans Think the Problem Remains Serious -- press release of July 14, 2005.

Weighing the Evidence -- Archived webcast of symposium on overweight, obesity and mortality, May 26, 2005.

Flawed Obesity Study Minimizes Health Risks of Excess Weight -- commentary on recent study of obesity and mortality risk, May 11, 2005.

Vitamin B-12 Deficiency More Widespread than Thought -- from April 15, 2005, Harvard Public Health NOW.

Study Finds No Association Between Dietary Patterns and Pancreatic Cancer Among Men and Women -- press release of April 5, 2005.

Study Shows Acrylamide in Baked and Fried Foods Does Not Increase Risk of Breast Cancer in Women -- press release of March 15, 2005.

Physical Activity Linked to Protection from Parkinson's Disease -- press release of February 21, 2005.

Study Finds that Both Weight and Exercise Are Key to Longevity -- press release of December 22, 2004.

Regular Use of Vitamin E Supplements Linked to Reduced Risk of Death From ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) -- press release of December 17, 2004.

Scientists Identify Major Molecular Pathway That Leads to Diabetes -- press release of October 14, 2004.

Worlds of Healthy Flavors Leadership Retreat with HSPH and Culinary Institute of America -- press release of September 29, 2004.

Frequent Consumption of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Linked to Greater Weight Gain and Type 2 Diabetes in Women -- press release of August 24, 2004.

Multivitamin Supplements Delay Progression of HIV Among Women -- press release of Wednesday, June 30, 2004.

New Book Describes Lifestyle Plan that Encourages Teen Girls to Eat Well, Exercise, and Develop Good Body Image -- from April 2, 2004, Harvard Public Health NOW.

Higher Body Iron Stores Predict Future Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes in Women -- press release of Tuesday, February 10, 2004.

Prenatal Exposure to Mercury From a Maternal Diet High in Seafood Can Irreversibly Impair Certain Brain Functions in Children -- press release of Friday, February 6, 2004.

At a Harvard Cafe, Health for Lunch -- November 19, 2003, New York Times article on the Harvard School of Public Heath's innovative and healthy Sebastian's Cafe.

Promoting Physical Activity and Health by Urban Design -- hosted by HSPH on November 4, 2003. Materials available.

HSPH Department of Nutrition's USDA Pyramid Revision Joint Statement -- October 27, 2003.

HSPH Hosts Forum "A Healthier Food Guide Pyramid: From Science to Practice" -- held Tuesday, September 9, 2003. Video now available.

USDA to Revamp Food Pyramid -- coverage from NPR's All Things Considered, Thursday, September 11, 2003, featuring HSPH's Walter Willett.

Women Who Reduce Sedentary Behaviors Significantly Reduce Risk for Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity -- press release of April 8, 2003.

New Alternative to USDA Dietary Guidelines Nearly Twice as Effective in Reducing Risk for Major Chronic Disease -- press release of November 21, 2002. Includes audio question and answer with Professor Willett.

Nutrition Book Author Willett Rebuilds USDA Food Pyramid--from August 24, 2001, Harvard Public Health NOW.

Complete list of HSPH press releases