Better Nutrition articles from April 2002

Better Nutrition archives from April 2002

Home sweet home. (editor's desk).(Brief Article)(Editorial)
April 1, 2002... When you rent an old house, the desire to correct the previous occupants' inability to foresee your decorative tastes becomes as irresistible as that other universal urge: changing someone else's prose. These two imperatives give rise to...

Short support. (we've got mail).(bike shorts)(Brief Article)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2002... Within an otherwise interesting article about Cathy Sassin [in the January issue of Better Nutrition], I was floored to read such an ignorant stipulation concerning bike shorts-that no one looks good in them and they shouldn't be worn for that...

Got milk? (we've got mail).(Brief Article)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2002... I am a biologist with an interest in the application of food and supplement nutrition for disease prevention and health and longevity promotion. I am writing about some concerns about an article in your December 2001 issue. On page 16 you...

Out of the box. (editors' pix).(Yves Veggie Cuisine)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Looking for quick, nutritious lunches for the kids? You may want to try a new product from Yves Veggie Cuisine. The Good Lunch Bologna variety includes veggie bologna, The Good Slice Cheddar Flavor Cheese Alternative, Hain Rich Crackers and a...

Eye catching. (editors' pix).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Aubrey Organics of Tampa, Fla., announces Lumessence Rejuvenating Eye Creme that features three varieties of special lipids to deliver various natural agents to the skin on a time-release basis. The new product helps diminish bags under the...

Relief. (editors' pix).(Claire Ellen Products menstrual cramp treatment)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... For the millions of women who suffer from menstrual cramping, Claire Ellen offers a new form of natural relief. Menastil, the company says, is the first topical treatment for menstrual cramps to be clinically tested under FDA guidelines. Plus,...

Only organic. (editors' pix).(Cascadian Farm Inc.)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... If you think eating organic means cooking everything from scratch, Cascadian Farm's new line of Organic Entrees might change your mind. Released in March, Organic Entrees are available in five different flavors: Macaroni & Cheese, Chicken...

Doesn't get better than this. (editors' pix).(Roesch Inc.)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Don't sacrifice great nutrition just because you're always on the go. Roesch's Better Than Greens is a complete food supplement with ingredients such as organic amaranth, brown rice, flax seed and milk thistle, as well as broccoli and carrot...

Squeaky clean. (editors' pix).(Citra-Solv LLC introduces Ultra Citra-Clear)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Ultra Citra-Clear is a new glass and surface cleaner that, as the name implies, leaves behind a pleasant, citrus-like aroma. Made by Citra-Solv LLC of Ridgefield, Conn., the new product cleans glass, windows, counter tops and appliances. Ultra...

Low carb cookies. (editors' pix).(Life Services Supplements )(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Health-conscious biscotti lovers might be interested in Life Services Supplements new line of Keto Cookies. Available in vanilla or chocolate, each 34-gram cookie, the company says, contains four grams of carbohydrates and 13 grams of protein....

Pregnant pause. (editors' pix).(Rainbow Light Co. products for pregnant women)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
April 1, 2002... Rainbow Light has announced the release of three new products designed to address the top complaints of pregnant women: morning sickness, cold and flu relief, and low energy. Prenatal Good Mornings, Prenatal Get Well Soon and Prenatal...

Hungry heart. (health matters).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Want another good reason to eat more fiber-rich fruits, grains and vegetables? A six-year study conducted by Harvard Medical School shows that a fiber-rich diet may be able to help lower a woman's risk of heart disease. "These findings...

Dance skin. (health matters).(fibulin-5 protein research)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Researchers have discovered what appears to be a link between the lack of one critical protein and the development of wrinkles, sagging skin and serious age-related lung ailments like emphysema, which affects 1.8 million Americans. The...

F for fat.(metabolic syndrome)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... A new study reported in the January issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that almost 50 million overweight Americans suffer from a condition now known as metabolic syndrome. You might know the obesity-related condition...

Color me healthy. (health matters).(anthocyanins)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... When Mother Nature decided that strawberries should be red and blueberries blue, she was making them attractive for a good reason. Science is discovering that fruits and berries and their byproducts have such vivid colors because they contain...

Oregano. (health matters).(health, nutritional benefits)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Oregano is well known for what it can do to spark up tomato-based dishes, but we're only now learning what the pungent herb can do for our health. Researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture have found that oregano and -- to a lesser...

Some ACV a day to keep the doctor away. (health matters).(apple cider vinegar)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Proponents of apple cider vinegar say it's a natural substance with various health benefits, from healing burns to restoring energy to fighting premature aging. "The healthiest person in the world must continually fight the build-up of acid...

Meatless magic: a soy stand-in to please the palate and the purse. (food matters).(Recipe)
April 1, 2002... Italian "Meatball" Sandwich SERVES 6 55 MINUTES OR LESS Recipe courtesy of Richard Pierce These make a great casual party food -- full of flavor and fun. Melt soy cheese on top for an even more authentic grinder. ...

The ALA pioneer. (nature's Rx).(physician Burt Berkson; alpha lipoic acid in prevention, treatment of diseases)(Interview)
April 1, 2002... Dr. Burt Berkson has spent much of his medical career using alpha lipoic acid to treat various maladies. His involvement with ALA began in 1977, when, as a young resident at Case Western Reserve Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, he received a...

Naturally clean: eco-friendly cleaning: safety is a big reason green products are in demand.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... Environmentally conscious shoppers don't want their families, friends, or pets exposed to harmful substances. But let's face it: Harsh chemicals are found in many of today's popular, older-style cleaning products. Those chemicals invariably...

Sniffles, snuffles and itchy eyes: how to treat seasonal allergies with natural products.
April 1, 2002... Pollen -- spring's "golden dust," Hal Borland of The New York Times liked to call it-can be one of the glories of nature. So small it "dances in the sunbeams," Borland wrote, pollen billows this time of year from the woodlands, settling on...

Supplements for asthma. (Allergies).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... A study by Scotland's University of Aberdeen Medical School determined that children with the lowest rates of vitamin C intake were seven times more likely to develop asthma than those with the highest consumption of this essential antioxidant....

Hooked on fish: delicious ways to add low-fat protein to your diet.(Recipe)
April 1, 2002... Fish is the most widely consumed animal protein in the world -- probably because its the most available. Fish contains less fat and cholesterol than lean meat (and is easier digest), plus it's a good source of minerals. But the most compelling...

5 natural ways to get a good night's sleep.
April 1, 2002... Insomnia, difficulty falling asleep, waking repeatedly during the night, restlessness and other sleep disturbances keep many of us from getting the rest we need--problems compounded by the fact that Americans in general are sleeping less than...

Sultan of soy: soy nuggets from the man who wrote the book. (snap shots).(nutritionist Mark Messina)(Interview)
April 1, 2002... It's fair to say that Mark Messina eats, lives and breathes his work -- with an emphasis on eats. A longtime vegetarian, the 49-year-old nutrition Ph.D. has counted soy a dietary staple for almost 30 years. He's also spent the past decade...

Natural beauty from head to toe: five health tips you'll love. (Healthy Lifestyles).
April 1, 2002... Most mainstream beauty products are quick fixes in a bottle. But the lasting effects they have on your looks--and health--may not be so beautiful. Consider these five steps to natural beauty--they'll give you a fresh start on looking good and...

Essential oils primer. (Healthy Lifestyles).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... What makes essential oils different from the synthetic perfumes sold in most mass-market retail outlets? Synthetic perfume, or fragrance oils, use isolates of a single plant molecule. True essential oils, on the other hand, are a complex mix of...

Skin-smart diet.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... The first step toward a better complexion is to add fiber to your diet. Dietary fiber helps prevent the buildup of toxins, which can lead to blemishes and unhealthy skin. Fiber-rich beans and peas, whole grain breads and cereals, plus raw...

Exercises anyone can do. (Healthy Lifestyles).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2002... You know you should exercise--and you really do want to get fit--but with your busy schedule and, let's face it, the fact that you hate to exercise, it slips through the cracks and becomes yet another resolution for next year. But what if...