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The Truth About Oils and Fats

They're essential for life, but some oils and fats are better for our health than others. Nutrition and medical experts across Tufts University explain more

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Food & Nutrition

Seed Oils Aren’t the Problem—How We Consume Them Is

Nutrition experts separate fact from fiction on plant-based oils, also known as seed oils, including what products to choose and why you might pick oil over butter or tallow

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Food & Nutrition

What’s the Deal With Beef Tallow?

Tufts experts share what evidence exists—and doesn’t—to support using tallow over other oils and skin products

Food & Nutrition

How Does Fat Affect Us?

The lowdown on a commonly misunderstood nutrient that has surprising benefits

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Food & Nutrition

Don’t Avoid Fats, Just Choose the Right Types

Fats are essential for life, and consuming ‘good’ fats can help improve your health, a Tufts nutrition expert says

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Oral Health

Oil Pulling for Oral Health: To Swish or Not to Swish?

The trend of swirling oil through your mouth may not add much to your dental care routine

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