Healthy Living Guide 2020-21

The 2020-21 Healthy Living Guide has been published by the Harvard School for Public Health.

In this issue

Nutrition and immunity:

• Understanding the body’s immune system

• Does an immune-boosting diet exist?

• The role of the microbiome

• A closer look at vitamin and herbal supplements

• 8 tips to support a healthy immune system

A blueprint for building healthy meals

Food feature: lentils 

Strategies for eating well on a budget

Practicing mindful eating

What is precision nutrition?

Diet reviews:

• Ketogenic diet

• Intermittent fasting

• Gluten-free

Staying Active:

• 10 tips to keep moving

• Exercise safety

• Spotlight on walking for exercise

Stress and health:

• How does chronic stress affect eating patterns?

• Ways to help control stress

Sleep:

• How much sleep do we need?

• Why do we dream?

• Sleep deficiency and health

• Tips for getting a good night’s rest