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1 month 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?

1 month ago | 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.

2 months ago | health.harvard.edu | Lindsay Warner |Teresa T Fung

If you've ever swirled a crudit' through a creamy, garlicky bowl of hummus, or topped a salad with crunchy roasted chickpeas, you've tapped into the goodness of garbanzo beans. But even if you're new to eating legumes, chickpeas can be an easy and nutritious addition to your diet. What are chickpeas? A member of the Fabaceae (or pea) family, chickpeas are the edible fruits produced by the Cicer arietinum plant.

2 months ago | 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 10, 2025 | health.harvard.edu | Joyce Hendley |Teresa T Fung

January 10, 2025 By Joyce Hendley, Health Writer Reviewed by Teresa Fung, MS, RD, ScD, Contributor; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing If you're trying to eat a plant-based diet but finding it hard to rule out meaty foods altogether, a pescatarian diet might be a good option to consider.