Better Nutrition articles from April 2005

Better Nutrition archives from April 2005

LaneLabs announces the availability of Noxylane4 and SunSpot ES.(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
April 1, 2005... Allendale, NJ -- LaneLabs is pleased to announce that its products Noxylane4 and SunSpot ES are in stock. The products have not been available since July 2004. Noxylane4[TM] immune supplement contains patented arabinoxylane, clinically...

Hi, boys and girls, parents and teachers.(letters from our readers)
April 1, 2005... Hi, Boys and Girls, Parents and Teachers, My name is Rustle the Leaf. And I have an important job that I want you to know about: telling people about the environment. Since April is when we celebrate Earth Day, I though it would be a...

I enjoyed "insider supplement secrets".(letters from our readers)(Letter to the Editor)
April 1, 2005... I enjoyed "Insider Supplement Secrets" in your January 2005 issue (p. 42). I'm curious to know if Dr. Ornish and Dr. Erasmus continue to take vitamin E after the recent information about its harmful effects. Linda Ashcraft * Via email ...

Allergy relief.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... If you're one of the millions who suffer the seasonal effects of airborne allergens, you might want to check out AllerFree from Pure Essence Labs. Each vegetarian capsule contains a powerful blend of enzymes intended to break down allergen...

Capital tea.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... Herbasway Laboratories introduces five new all-natural flavors of liquid concentrated HerbaGreen Tea. Including Heavenly Honey Lemon, Impeccably Peach, Creme de Mint, Mandarin-Mango Swirl and Old Fashioned Gingerbread, these new teas are filled...

Next to godliness.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... Keep yourself as clean on the inside as on the outside with Renew Life's Cleanse-Smart program. Start with 2 weeks of First Cleanse, followed by 30 days of Advanced Cleanse. Then maintain your health with Daily Multi-Cleanse. Each product...

Tropical treasure.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... Islanders in the South Pacific have used Noni for more than 2,000 years for its natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Now you can enjoy the benefits of this Polynesian powerhouse with Tahiti Trader's potent blend of Noni plus...

Jumpin' joints.(new products on retailers' shelves)(Life Solutions)
April 1, 2005... Life Solutions' Liquid Glucosamine-Chondroitin-MSM Forte is a high-potency formula designed to support healthy cartilage and joints. In addition to combining the three most well-known and effective joint supplements, Forte contains grape seed...

Inner balance.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... FemGest is an organically based blend of progesterone combined with aloe vera gel and grapefruit extract designed to ease the discomfort caused by a woman's natural transitions during perimenopause and menopause and to help achieve a more...

Top of the morning.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... Get your day off to a quick, healthful start with Uncle Sam's new cereal bars. Featuring Oatmeal Raisin and Apple Berry flavors, the bars are filled with nutritious whole grains and fruits, making them great sources of soy protein, omega-3...

State of the art.(new products on retailers' shelves)
April 1, 2005... Take care of all of your health needs with TruWell's line of pharmaceuticalgrade wellness products. These supplements--Weight Loss Gold, Joint Care Gold, HGH Gold, Osteo Care Gold, CMV (Capsule Multivitamin) Gold and LMV (Liquid Multivitamin)...

Vitamin E and depression.(essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... People with major clinical depression appear to have lower levels of alpha-tocopherol--a form of vitamin E--circulating in their bloodstreams, report researchers. They plan to investigate further whether vitamin E supplements call help relieve...

Gingerroot (Zingiber officinale).(Herb Of The Month)
April 1, 2005... OTHER NAMES Ginger rhizome PART USED Rhizome USES * Primary uses: Nausea due to motion sickness, morning sickness, stomach virus, digestive disorders and chemotherapy. * Uses approved by the German Commission E: Nausea due to...

Repairing cartilage.(news notes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Repairing Cartilage: Two new studies show that the combination of glucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulfate promote collagen synthesis in cartilage.

Building bone.(news notes; bone density in Crohn's patients)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Building Bone: Scientists have found that a popular bone-building drug added to vitamin D and calcium therapy for Crohn's disease was not beneficial--but supplementation with just these nutrients alone improved bone density in Crohn's patients....

Green tea.(news notes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Green Tea: Extract of green tea increased endurance capacity, energy metabolism and fat oxidation in mice subjected to a Swimming challenge. In another report, green tea lowered LDL, or "bad" cholesterol, levels in men as well as lowering body...

Ironing out depression.(news notes; iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy linked to postpartum depression)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Ironing Out Depression: Recent research suggests that maternal iron deficiency anemia is linked to postpartum depression--and dietary supplementation may provide an effective treatment.

Heart health.(news notes)(fish reduces risk of stroke)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Heart Health: In separate studies released in January, fish consumption lowered the risk of stroke in the elderly, while intake of polyunsaturated fat--the type of fat found in fish--reduced cardiovascular mortality in middle-aged men.

You heard it here first.(news notes)(new dietray guidelines)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... You Heard It Here First: As previously predicted here, the US government released in January the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005, a new set of key dietary recommendations for the general population. As expected, it emphasizes counting...

Magnesium for women.(news notes; may prevent colorectal cancer )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Magnesium for Women: A Swedish study found that high magnesium intake may help prevent colorectal cancer in women.

More grape news.(news notes)(wine increases life span)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... More Grape News: Danish researchers have now confirmed ongoing findings that drinkers of wine benefit from its cardio-protective effects--more so than those who drink beer or other spirits. They may also live longer.

Key to olive oil benefits.(news notes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Key to olive Benefits: Research reposed in the January, 10, 2005 edition of the Annals of Oncology suggests that oleic acid--a key ingredient in olive oil may be responsible for the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. It cuts activity of...

The hard stuff.(news notes)(diet rich in calcium reduces risk of colorectal cancer in women)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... The Hard Stuff: Diets rich in calcium reduce women's risk of colorectal cancer--and women who also take calcium supplements can cut their risk even more, according to a new study.

Tummy tea.(news notes)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Tummy Tea: Chamomile tea inhibits spasms of the digestive system and uterus, according to research published in the January 2005 issue of the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemist. Study participants consumed five cups of German chamomile...

Oil's well that ends well.(essential natural health news; aromatherapy)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
April 1, 2005... Sure, we've all thought of dabbling in aromatherapy, but who can get a handle on the vast assortment of essential oils? You wonder what oil is used for what problem. Well, wonder no more. Here's our rundown. It's not a complete list. But it...

Q: Which has more nutrition: a red pepper or a green pepper?(essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... A: A red pepper actually has more vitamins and nutrients. The level of carotene--an antioxidant--is nine times higher in a red pepper. And the red kind has twice the vitamin C.

Rice bran oil lowers cholesterol.(essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Two small studies reported in the January 2005 issue of The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggest that rice bran oil lowers cholesterol levels in individuals with moderately high cholesterol. In one study, the researchers found...

Food coloring.(Myth vs. Truth)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... MYTH: More colorful vegetables are no more nutritious than pale ones. TRUTH: Researchers have produced evidence to show how pigments--known as carotenoids--in yellow, red and green vegetables may work to prevent cancer. Carotenoids stop...

Antidepressant: pregnancy risk.(essential natural health news)
April 1, 2005... Babies whose mothers use a type of antidepressant may be born with withdrawal symptoms, research suggests. Spanish research found that SSRIs--selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors such as Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft--were associated with...

Science of soy: the latest word on this versatile bean.(Cover Story)
April 1, 2005... The scientific evidence continues to mount: Soy food is good food--and it might be even better than many nutrition experts are willing to admit. During the past decade, universities and specialty laboratories around the world have...

Soy good for you: it could be the perfect plant-based protein.
April 1, 2005... I once had an editor who asked potential new employees, "If you were exiled to a deserted island, what two foods would you want delivered to you?" The fun answer was wine and chocolate. No one ever said soy, even though soy is perhaps one of...

Spring surprise: healthful and delicious soy dishes: each month, culinary artist Chef Greg Wenger dishes up exclusive recipes for BN readers.(healthful and delicious dishes)
April 1, 2005... Soy, soy, soy! So many ways to get your soy. From tofu to soy nuts, soymilk, edamame and tempeh. The list goes on. Soy got a new burst of life in 1999 when the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a health claim that can be used on...

Truest love: a caregiver learns from his wife's pain.
April 1, 2005... On our honeymoon in 1973, my wife and I backpacked for miles and miles across the Continental Divide. Sherrie had earned a physical education degree, and for 5 years afterward she taught hundreds of aerobics and cross-country ski classes. ...

Path to freedom: natural alternatives for chronic pain.
April 1, 2005... Chronic pain can be one of the most destabilizing conditions a person can experience. It gnaws away at you--body and spirit. An otherwise positive, happy and thoughtful individual can become a cranky, snarling, hopeless victim. I know...

Policosanol: it raises cane against heart disease, and more.(supplements and functional foods)
April 1, 2005... The critics agree: Policosanol is a compound that has the potential to lower the risk of heart disease. It is believed to affect several aspects of heart health, including cholesterol, obesity and platelet aggregation, according to a report...

Inflammatory new findings: which foods are your best medicine?(health research from grad students)
April 1, 2005... Editor's note: Better Nutrition, in collaboration with Bastyr University, a world leader in the advancement of natural health sciences, has established a grant program to foster well-researched articles by graduate students. Each article is...

Getting your brat's worst: when you're tempted to throw a tantrum.(eye-opening discoveries on health and fitness)
April 1, 2005... "Why am I always on a diet?" "Why do I repeat the same destructive patterns, especially when it comes to food?" "Why do I gain l0 pounds, work hard to lose them, vow to never gain them again, and then, sure enough, find myself back where I...

Constipation in kids: how to relieve this problem.(natural solutions for common problems)
April 1, 2005... Three-year-old Rebecca was brought to the office, complaining of constipation. Her mother reported that Rebecca had had trouble with constipation off and on for the past year. Rebecca had a small, hard stool one or two times a week accompanied...

Ask the doctor.
April 1, 2005... I've been diagnosed with fibromyaldia. What can I do to treat myself? There's little available from conventional medicine for my condition. --D.V., Atlanta I think that most research in fibromyalgia is going in the wrong direction by...