Better Nutrition articles from August 2002

Better Nutrition archives from August 2002

Dogs' best friends. (notes).(dog lovers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Away from the clash of competing religions, opposite the scrape of political factions, apart from the sea of bobbing "isms"--capitalism, postmodernism, reductionism--there is the constancy of dogs. For true dog people, this assurance...

I want to thank you for your your great publication. (sharing).(letters)
August 1, 2002... I want to thank you for your your great publication and bring to your attention some additional information concerning Kathi Keville's informative article, "Compassionate Cosmetics" (June 2002). Although the article indicated that many...

As a regular reader of your magazine. (sharing).(letters)
August 1, 2002... As a regular reader of your magazine, I'd like to suggest that you devote an entire issue to women's health issues such as PMS, menopause, bone health for the back and hips, osteoporosis and arthritis. I'd also like to see you devote an...

Gourmet goodies. (choices).(Fabe's Natural Gourmet)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Fabe's Natural Gourmet introduces two new cookie flavors that can satisfy your sweet tooth without the use of processed, refined sugars. Fabe's Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter cookies are both made from organic flour and sweetened with...

Squeaky clean. (choices).(all-natural cleaning products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Cleanliness may be next to godliness, but most traditional household cleansers are also filled with environmentally harmful, toxic chemicals. For a safer way to keep your home looking fabulous, why not try Seventh Generation's complete line of...

The joint's jumping. (choices).(Ultra Rx Joint Liquid)
August 1, 2002... Need relief for those aching joints? Nature's Plus may have just what you're looking for--Ultra Rx Joint Liquid. Made of a combination of joint-supporting methyl sulfonyl methane (MSM), glucosamine and chondroitin, the citrus-flavored liquid...

Out of this world. (choices).(Planet Dog's canine toys)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Meet the Loopee, the latest addition to Planet Dog's galaxy of canine toys. Shaped like the planet Saturn, the peppermint-scented Loopee bounces and floats. Available with or without a bungee cord or glow-in-the-dark capability, the Loopee is...

Restoration. (choices).(Shen Min hair-loss products)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... If you're one of the 70 million Americans dealing with hair loss--and you're looking for a safe alternative to harsh chemicals or painful surgery--check out Biotech's Shen Min line of all-natural hair-loss products. Derived from the Chinese...

Really cheesy. (choices).(Road's End Organics)(nacho dips)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Just in time for summer picnics or trips to the beach, Road's End Organics introduces a line of all-natural Nacho Chreese Dips. What's Chreese? A non-dairy cheese substitute made from organic green lentil flour and nutritional yeast. Available...

Watch out. (choices).(Physi-Cal's miniature electrocardiogram)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Want to keep an eye on your heart rate without wearing a clumsy chest strap during exercise? Check out Physi-Cal's new mioSport and mioShape watches. Each mio watch uses a miniature electrocardiogram to monitor heart rate, calculate the percent...

Shake it. (choices).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Eliminate hunger and still lose weight with new ready-to-drink Keto Shakes. Available in Chocolate or Vanilla, each sugar- and lactose-free shake is packed with 20 grams of protein and only 2 to 3 carbs per serving. And the 8-ounce boxes are...

Ab-solutely false. (updates).(fitness devices tested)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Claims by some companies advertising fitness devices that promise toned abs are misleading, says Peter Francis, PhD, director of the biomechanics lab at San Diego State University. Francis tested a number of fitness products--electrical...

Burgeoning bacteria. (updates).(Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics report)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... New evidence suggests that the use of antibiotics in livestock contributes to the increasing development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. A June 2002 report by the Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics (APUA) says that the...

Herbal ephedrine shows promise. (updates).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... As of 1999, about 12 million people were estimated to be supplementing their diets with synthetic forms of the stimulant ephedrine. Now a study completed in October 2001 and published in 2002 confirms that not just synthetic forms of the drug...

A cuppa prevention. (updates).(health benefits of tea)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Scientists have come up with yet more evidence that tea is good for your health: It helps keep bones strong. This new research about tea's potential health benefits follows several recent studies their suggest the popular brewed beverage...

Promise for PMS. (updates).(natural remedies for premenstrual syndrome symptoms)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Black cohosh may be steadily gaining acceptance as a natural remedy for premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, but, as any good herbalist will tell you, there's a veritable forest of herbs that can provide relief from the bloating and cramps...

Hang up. (updates).(train passengers exposed to cell phone electromagnetic radiation)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Passengers on packed trains and subways may be exposing themselves to electromagnetic fields far more intense than those recommended under international guidelines. The problem? Crowds of commuters using cellular phones at the same time. ...

Pesky pesticides. (updates).(organic produce)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... A study in the May 1, 2002 edition of the London-based journal Food Additives and Contaminants underscores the fact that an "organic" designation doesn't guarantee that a food is pesticide-free. The study concludes that almost a quarter of...

Cholesterol cutter. (updates).(virgin olive oil)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... According to a recent report, adults who consume 25 milliliters--nearly 2 tablespoons--of virgin olive oil daily for just one week have less low-density lipoprotein LDL or "bad") cholesterol and higher levels of antioxidant compounds,...

Heart smart. (updates).(heart disease prevention through vitamin D)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... According to an April 2002 report by the American Heart Association, women over age 65 who take vitamin D have one-third less risk of dying from heart disease. Researchers studied 9,704 women ages 65 and older for an average of 11 years....

Get fit with Jorge Cruise: America's newest weight-loss guru tells you how to shed two pounds a week.(related articles: Avoid the fat trap, Your sample 8-minute weight-loss week)
August 1, 2002... As Amber Dunlap stood in her Memphis, Tennessee, backyard, holding her new baby girl, she knew she should be happy. But she wasn't. Such a moment is normally joyful, but when Dunlap saw her reflection in a glass door, her mood changed: She...

Bone appetit: healthy foods for happy pets.(natural food products for dogs and cats)
August 1, 2002... "Is there a healthy commercial food I can feed my pet?" I've been asked this question almost daily since the publication of my first book, Food Pets Die For. But it's a question that far too few pet owners think to ask. It wasn't until...

Scaling down: lose that pear shape with these safe supplements.(dietary supplements for weight loss)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Good news: There are dietary supplements that can help promote weight loss without over-stimulating the nervous system. They work by improving metabolism, increasing exercise endurance, promoting the breakdown of fat and decreasing appetite....

Fat or fiction: the truth about cellulite. (bodycare).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Dimples may be darling, but if you're one of the estimated 90 percent of women with cellulite, they're a source of irritation and embarrassment. While most women are familiar with the characteristic orange-peel skin, cellulite remains the...

Summertime smoothies: go on a blender bender for better health. (food).(fruit smoothie drinks)(Brief Article)(Recipe)
August 1, 2002... Getting your daily requirement of fruits and vegetables can be inconvenient, especially when you're on the go. You can't eat a grapefruit for breakfast while driving to work, and a watermelon won't exactly fit in your gym bag for a post-workout...

Super C. (wellness).(Ester-C)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Entire books have been devoted to the benefits associated with vitamin C. It helps build better bones, boosts the immune system and contributes to a healthy heart. It also helps heal wounds, strengthens blood vessels and aids eyesight. And...

Heart rate ABCs. (basics).(controlling exercise with heart rate monitoring)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Exercise shouldn't be based on the distance traveled, the amount of time involved or the physical workload; it should be controlled by the degree of physical effort as measured by physiological signs, especially pulse rate. The best way to...

Finding your inner athlete. (snapshots).(First Strides)(fitness regime for women)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... How do you change your life for the better? Just ask the dozens of women who meet once a week, rain or shine, in an Allentown, Pennsylvania, park. Thanks to Jane Serues, they're changing their lives one step at a time. Serues is the...