Better Nutrition articles from April 2003

Better Nutrition archives from April 2003

To air is human. (notes).
April 1, 2003... The other day we got a press release I thought I'd print here because, to paraphrase the title of a Tom Clancy book, it's the sum of all claims. See what you think. "Chad Springs, FL--Olde Ether Naturals announced today the introduction of...

Sharing.
April 1, 2003... I would first like to say that I appreciate your magazine as a good resource on natural health information. I do, however, have a quibble with the article on seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in the January 2003 issue. Several years ago, I was...

Sun kissed. (choices).(Health From The Sun's phytosterol-filled dietary supplement)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... For a simple way to boost your heart health and maintain good cholesterol levels, add Basikol to your diet. Phytosterols--natural components of vegetables and vegetable oils--can significantly impact cholesterol levels. Health From The Sun's...

Rapid recovery. (choices).(Enztmedica's proteolytic enzymes Repair)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Hasten your healing time after you've been injured with Repair from Enzymedica. Proteolytic enzymes--compounds that exhibit anti-inflammatory qualifies--aid tissue repair and speed recovery. Even better, the plant-based pills are vegan, so...

Flavorful energy. (choices).(SportPharma's Promax energy bars)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Crunch your way to health with Promax energy bars. Packed with protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, these bars by SportPharma come in myriad flavors. Available in Blueberry Cheesecake, Cookies n' Cream, Rocky Road, Double Fudge...

Perfect pasta. (choices).(Keto's low-carb/high-protein spaghetti sauce, Walnut Acres' Tomato & Basil pasta sauce)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Finally, the first low-carb/high-protein spaghetti is here, brought to you by Keto. Enjoy great-tasting pasta while cutting extra carbs. For an organic twist, serve the spaghetti with Tomato & Basil pasta sauce from Walnut Acres. The sauce is...

Tummy tamer. (choices).(Tree of Life's Digestive Enzymes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Settle upset stomachs with Digestive Enzymes from Tree of Life. These vegetarian tablets contain papain and bromelain--enzymes found in papaya and pineapple--known for easing dietary distress. 800.260.2424 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Garden goodness. (choices).(Gardenburger's line of meatless meals)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Meet the new addition to Gardenburger's comprehensive line of meatless meals: Crispy Nuggets. Breaded on the outside, the inside is chock-full of brown rice, basil, oregano, and mozzarella and romano cheeses. These golden nuggets are ideal for...

Soothe your sneezes. (choices).(Wally's Natural Products offers Wally's Allergy Control)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Ease your allergies this spring with Wally's Allergy Control from Wally's Natural Products. This dietary supplement is formulated with a proprietary blend of special herbs to alleviate the symptoms of hay fever, allergies and itchy or watery...

For the birds. (choices).(Halo's Fanta-Seeds)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Treat birds to Fanta-Seeds from Halo. This healthful mix contains a wide variety of all-natural, wholesome foods to keep your feathered friends in peak condition. Each jar is filled with vegetables, grains, fruits, seeds and nuts to ensure your...

Down with cholesterol. (goodnews).(through increased consumption of vegetables and soy products)
April 1, 2003... Eating more vegetables and soy products may be just as effective at reducing cholesterol as medication, says a new study. Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a vegetarian diet that cuts cholesterol dramatically and very...

Sunblock. (goodnews).(consumption of tomatoes and tomato paste protects skin from sun damage)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Tomatoes and tomato paste may help protect your skin against damaging sun exposure. Research has found that ingestion of tomato products, a common dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, can prevent the redness of erythema, or sunburn--an...

Friendly fiber. (goodnews).(brown rice consumption boosts fiber intake )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... The next time you decide to break your low-fat diet by having a Chinese dinner with all the trimmings at Chew Sum Fat, you could at least attempt to increase your nutritional intake. Talk the server into letting you substitute brown rice for...

Stay sharp. (goodnews).(herb rhodiola boosts mental energy)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... A new study supports previous research indicating that the herb rhodiola improves flagging mental energy. The March 2003 issue of the journal Phytomedicine reported a study by Georg Wikman, PhD, of the Swedish Herbal Institute. Wikman and...

Spare the tire. (goodnews).(boosting metabolism through diet changes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Ever noticed that when you were younger, you could ingest all the pizza, beer and ice cream you wanted without gaining weight, but now, every spoonful of chocolate-chipcookie-dough ice cream seems to permanently park itself under your belt?...

Rising star. (goodnews).(garlic works like viagra)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Sure, garlic has numerous unique qualities. It's a natural antibiotic, for instance. But did you know garlic works like Viagra? About 19 million American men suffer from impotence. A time-honored remedy for sexual dysfunction in ancient...

Agri-vation. (goodnews).(organic products)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... So just who are these fanatics who are actually buying all that higher-priced produce designated "organic"? Almost half your neighbors, that's who. In fact, most of your neighbors if you live in Canada. According to a 2002 report, more than 40...

Up in smoke. (goodnews).(dangers of obesity)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Shocking research has found that overweight and obesity have a lifeshortening effect nearly equal to that of smoking. Obese female smokers lose 13.3 years off their lifespans compared to normal-weight nonsmokers. But obese female...

Lethal legacy. (goodnews).(drugs dangerous to children and pregnant women)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... The risks and benefits of using common drugs on young children and pregnant women need to be examined more carefully, suggests a study reported in the November 2002 issue of the journal Pediatrics. Thomas Moore, PhD, of The George...

Grays need green. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... If you want to live longer, maybe you should retire on a tree-lined street or near a park. That's the implication of a recent study of more than 3,000 people in Tokyo, Japan. All study participants were seniors who were monitored for more...

Celluloid freud. (goodnews).(Movies help w/ daily problems)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2003... Movies are a great way to escape the pressures of work. Or home. Or parole. Since the 1996 publication of Reel Life/Real Life, a book matching specific movies to psycho-stress-related milestones of life--such as divorce or aging--films have...

Rare finds enjoy this south american food tour.
April 1, 2003... Not long ago, I had the good fortune to travel Brazil's backcountry. When our stomachs demanded lunch, my Brazilian companion searched out common roadside diners known as churiasco. These simple, rudimentary structures are mostly built with...

Doctor, doctor physicians accept alternative medicine.
April 1, 2003... * For 13 years, Elizabeth Strand battled one illness after another: fibromyalgia, allergies, chronic sinus infections and bronchitis, pneumonia and finally, chronic fatigue, which left her almost fully disabled. At 42, Elizabeth told her...

Pitcher of health: is "smart" water a dumb idea?
April 1, 2003... When it comes to wetting the ol' whistle, we're all being instructed to get more from our water. But should we bother? While humans have survived several million years without added electrolytes, some good stuff can be added to water to provide...

Allergy relief: banish seasonal symptoms naturally.
April 1, 2003... As winter draws to a close, it's difficult not to welcome the first signs of spring. Yet, while many of us eagerly await the blooming of crocuses and daffodils, others are stockpiling tissues and eye drops--lamenting the barrage of...

Reading well: learn how to take charge of your health.
April 1, 2003... "You live and learn. Or you don't live long." Or so wrote Stranger in a Strange Land science fiction author Robert Heinlein, who lived well into his 80s. He had a point about the life-enhancing potential of acquiring knowledge--one that may...

Hair today, gone tomorrow: control your hair loss naturally: holistic beauty expert and health advocate Kat James offers new strategies fro vibrant living. (beautycare).
April 1, 2003... Good news: You can do something about hair loss--whether you're a man or a woman. Although genetics, illness, thyroid imbalances, childbirth and drug side effects are among the countless causes of hair loss, the most common type--called...

Flip out for fish: tails from the deep. (food).(recipes)
April 1, 2003... Warmer weather inspires cooks to train their thoughts on lighter dishes--and seafood, which can be dressed up or served as a casual entree, provides a wealth of delicious and healthful meals. sweet-and-sour shrimp SERVES 4 TO 6 30...

Red meds: boost your health with lycopene. (wellness).(tomatos)
April 1, 2003... They're delicious fresh from the garden, simmered into a sauce or used as the basis for Mom's homemade soup. In fact, tomatoes are among the world's most versatile fruits. But chefs aren't the only ones singing the tomato's praises. ...

Sensual sensations. (snapshots).
April 1, 2003... Entering the Metamorphosis Boutique, a spa that recently opened in Richmond, Virginia, with charming Mediterranean-style decor, I was greeted by the ambient glow from henna-painted sconces, whose light illuminated silk wallpaper, raffia...