Joyce Hendley

2 months ago | health.harvard.edu | Joyce Hendley |Teresa T Fung

March 17, 2025 By Joyce Hendley, Health Writer Reviewed by Teresa Fung, MS, RD, ScD, Contributor; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing Beloved by smoothie shops and influencers alike, pitaya — a.k.a. dragon fruit — is increasingly popular. And there's no denying this dramatic-looking fruit has an alluring Game-of-Thrones-esque name and appearance. But is it also the nutritional powerhouse some are claiming? What is dragon fruit?

2 months ago | eatingwell.com | Joyce Hendley

Key TakeawaysSome side effects of cancer treatment can make it difficult or unpleasant to eat. Including protein in every meal and snack, getting enough fluids and choosing easy-to-swallow foods may help with eating issues. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to eating with cancer, so talk to your medical team about your nutrition concerns. If you are going through treatment for cancer, there’s a good chance you’ll experience some eating problems at some point.

Mar 4, 2025 | health.harvard.edu | Joyce Hendley |Teresa T Fung

If you've been to the soup section of the supermarket lately, you've probably noticed that bone broths are crowding the shelves. These savory broths are having a moment, especially among those following paleo, keto, or other trendy low-carb diets. What is bone broth? At its simplest, bone broth is made by simmering animal bones (usually chicken or beef) in water for a long period of time, extracting their nutrients and flavors to produce a savory broth.

Feb 4, 2025 | health.harvard.edu | Joyce Hendley |Teresa T Fung

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in your body, and it's a major component of your bones and teeth. But your body can't make calcium on its own, so it's essential to consume calcium-rich foods (and, sometimes, supplements) to meet your daily calcium needs. As with any nutrient, choosing foods with calcium rather than a supplement should be your first choice. Luckily, nature offers a bounty of choices. Health benefits of calcium Calcium is best known for building bones and keeping them healthy.

Jan 21, 2025 | huffpost.com | Robin Asbell |Joyce Hendley

Getting through your busy week is often like climbing a mountain, isn’t it? Each day is stressful enough, and then you need to make a meal on top of it. Of course you want to eat food that is going to support your optimum health, and not resort to the drive-thru. Prepping meals is a great solution, but what to make? And what can give you the most bang for your buck when you’re short on time? There’s an easy answer: Just make soup.