Better Nutrition articles from August 2004

Better Nutrition archives from August 2004

What everybody ought to know--about successfully losing weight ... How this simple and often overlooked principle can help those who struggle with their weight--become thin!(Special Ad Report)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Only one simple and often overlooked step can drastically change how successful you are in losing weight and shaping your body, as well as eliminating those nagging health problems like bloating, constipation and low energy levels. If you...

Sharing: letters from our readers.(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I've recently been told some frightening facts about cottonseed oil. Could you please do an article on this subject? Also, I've been sent some information that puts canola oil in a bad light. Could you report on that? I hope your publication...

Gotta go, gotta go.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Curbita Bladder Caps)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... For healthy bladder function, try Curbita Bladder Caps. This nutritional alternative derived from pumpkin-seed oil may support emptying of the bladder and may strengthen functional urinary systems. 972.458.9595 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Healthy joints.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Clucosamine/Chondroitin)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Dynamic Nutritional Products introduces its new triple combination supplement to help support healthy joint function. The Clucosamine/Chondroitin and MSM capsules also contain vitamin C and manganese. 866.460.4000 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Antioxidant power.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Gamma E-Gems)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Carlson introduces the antioxidant Gamma E-Gems, which may help prevent free radical damage to cells. What's more, these little gems are free of yeast, preservatives, salt, corn, milk and wheat. 888.234.5656 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Everyday regularity.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Lane Labs brings you H2Go to help keep you regular day after day. Made with "Active Magnesia," this dietary supplement aims to work as effectively as fiber but without the bulk. 800.LANE.005 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Total atkins.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Slimming down this summer with the Atkins Nutritional Approach? Atkins now offers Core 4 Supplements, which provide essential vitamins and minerals, fatty, acids and other nutrients to help promote weight loss. 866.7.ATKINS [ILLUSTRATION...

Dietary diamond.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Diamond Mind)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... If your daily dose of caffeinated coffee doesn't do the trick, this supplement may be able to rejuvenate your wandering mind. Diamond Mind may help you increase focus and concentration and improve memory. 888.467.4200, Dept# BN4 ...

Low-carb calcium.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Minus the cow, the lactose and all but 1 gram of carbohydrates, KETO Milk provides the same calcium-rich nutrients as cow's milk--with a bonus 12 grams of protein per serving. 800.542.3230 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Magical mango.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Wake up skin to a younger-looking, healthier appearance with Nutra-Lift's Fresh Mango Enzyme Facial Peel and Mask. This light, non-greasy blend of mango, papaya and pineapple nourishes, soothes, purifies and clarifies skin. 888.913.7373 ...

A trend to chew on.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)
August 1, 2004... Despite its long-standing use in Europe against tooth decay, most Americans have never heard of xylitol. But increasingly, word of this naturally effective cavity fighter is spreading across the United States and Canada. Xylitol is a...

Insidious ingredient.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Refined foods, especially products containing high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), could be the cause of the obesity epidemic and the rising rate of type 2 diabetes, suggest two articles published in the April 26, 2004 issue of The American Journal...

New source of omega-3s.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... British biotechnologists say their newly developed, genetically modified cress-like vegetable may help relieve the growing pressure on depleting fish stocks. They created the new strain of Arabidopsis--a relative of the cabbage--by adding two...

Diet results.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Diet Results: Cutting down on pasta, bread and potatoes cuts pounds faster in the short term than a low-fat diet--although both regimens show similar results after a 1-year period--according to a study in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

Diabetes/Alzheimer's link.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Diabetes/Alzheimer's Link: Having diabetes can increase your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by up to 65 percent, Chicago-based scientists have found, confirming earlier studies.

Java jolt?(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Java Jolt?: A study in the journal Sleep reports that, compared to people who had one or two large cups of coffee per day, people who drank small amounts of caffeine throughout the day were better able to stay awake and scored higher on...

Raise a glass.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Raise a glass: Nonalcoholic beer furnishes the same cardiovascular benefit as alcoholic suds--but without the potential negative impact of excessive alcohol consumption--according to new research from Germany.

Fish fight cancer.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Fish Fight Cancer: Canadian research published in the April 2004 issue of Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention suggests that people who eat fish more often are better protected against cancers of the white blood cells, including...

Update on omega-3s.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Update on Omega-3s: A British study has found that mothers eating omega-3-rich fish in late pregnancy give birth to bigger babies. Being very small at birth is linked with a greater risk of high blood pressure and other problems later in life....

Antioxidants and Alzheimer's.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Antioxidants and Alzheimer's: Although it was a small study, scientists have identified much higher levels of free radical oxidation in the autopsied brains of Alzheimer's patients compared to individuals without the disorder. Further study...

CLA cuts cancer.(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... CLA Cuts Cancer: Numerous scientific papers have suggested a possible cancer preventive effect from conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), although its action was not clear; but a new study has found that CLA reduces the ability of a protein to cause...

New vitamin?(news notes)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... New Vitamin?: Researchers have uncovered what some are calling a new vitamin, one that plays an important role in body processes such as gene regulation, metabolism and aging. More correctly, the nutrient is a more active form of vitamin...

Calcium for kidney stones.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A higher intake of calcium--contrary to conventional wisdom--prevents kidney stones, according to a study published in the April 26, 2004 edition of the Archives of Internal Medicine. Despite studies suggesting calcium's benefits,...

Myth vs. truth.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... fast MYTH: Fasting or shipping meals is a good way to kick-start a weight-loss program TRUTH: When you go for long periods of time without consuming food, your body slows its metabolic rate. You simply burn calories at a slower pace...

B for bones.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Folic acid--folate--and other B vitamins may help prevent the broken bones associated with osteoporosis. Two major studies appearing in the May 12, 2004 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine conclude that a higher intake of folate...

Fluoride controversy.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
August 1, 2004... Picture secret 1950s dump sites storing rusty drams labeled with the skull and crossbones. Imagine those aging drums beginning to leak and industry-financed scientists desperately seeking an alternative use for a deadly by-product of nuclear...

Cholesterol fighters.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A compound found in the peels of oranges and tangerines--polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs)--may lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or "bad" cholesterol, by 20-40 percent, according to a Canadian study published in the May 12, 2004 issue of the...

Supplement sheds fat.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A new study concludes that conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) reduces body fat mass in overweight adults. One year of CLA supplementation diminished the amount of body fat by as much as 9 percent--without an increase in exercise or a decrease in...

Hair growth by accident!(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... The Folligro story begins with a decorator in Europe suffering from chronic bronchitis. He was persuaded to try his grandmother's "witches brew" to rid him of his bad cough. It was a tea concocted from several herbs. "I drank the bitter...

Understanding glycemic load.(The low-carb continuum: experts analyze the health applications: Part 5)
August 1, 2004... Unfortunately, because of the low-carb craze, carbs have gotten a bad name. Very-low-carb diets (those that restrict you to 30 grams or fewer total carbs per day) require you to eliminate fruit and starchy carbs (legumes, grains and starchy...

Happy, healthy & wise: feel your best at any age.(Cover Story)
August 1, 2004... As 63-year-old Rose Marie Pritts led the way in the Straub/Kapi'olani Women's 10K--Hawaii's annual female-only race--her daughter Anna Mueller, 35, and her granddaughter Julia Mueller, 6, hustled to keep up with their well-conditioned...

Garlic: what folklore called "camphor of the poor" is rich in natural medicine.
August 1, 2004... For centuries, fresh garlic has been a seasoning staple for ethnic cuisines such as Asian and Mediterranean foods. But if you look beyond its culinary value, you'll find a host of health reasons to eat garlic regularly. Inside a garlic...

Tropical treasure: noni may thwart cancer, improve mood.(Wellness: supplements and functional foods)
August 1, 2004... Noni's story begins more than 2,000 years ago. Ancient sea-goers--who eventually settled in what is now Polynesia--carried the fruit on board canoes that they used to traverse the oceans. As you can imagine, space on board these canoes was...

Smoothie sensations: healthful summertime treats.(food: easy and healthful recipes)
August 1, 2004... Very Berry Shake SERVES 1 This healthful drink can be made with just about any type of fruit. 1 generous cup of chopped strawberries or whole blueberries 1/2 Cup low-fat or nonfat yogurt or rice milk 1 tsp. sugar, or...

Oceans of beauty: the amazing power of micronized seaweed.(Innerbeauty: new strategies for vibrant living)
August 1, 2004... In 1904, the famous French biologist Rene Quinton demonstrated that seawater and human blood plasma shared identical nutrient ratios. The French have long been passionate about their sea-based therapies. But as common as seawater and seaweed...

Ask the doctor.
August 1, 2004... Is there a supplement I can take to help acid reflux instead of regular medication? Also, can you recommend a women's multivitamin? --Wendy D. In my practice, about one-third of patients over 40 are on some type of medication for...