Better Nutrition articles from December 2005

Better Nutrition archives from December 2005

Enjoy the true meaning of nutrition.(EDITOR'S NOTE)
December 1, 2005... Can you remember smells from holidays past? Maybe you always make a special dish on the day you put up decorations, or have a traditional New Year's Day brunch. Food has always had a bonding effect in my family. Whether making dolmas (stuffed...

Probiotics: man alive! Live microorganisms may be the secret to good health.(CLOSE UP)
December 1, 2005... Ever notice the phrase on a cup of yogurt: "Contains live active cultures"? While this statement may worry the squeamish, it shouldn't. These single-celled bacteria happen to be an effective means of ensuring digestive health, and they may have...

Turmeric: help keep inflammation at bay with this spicy ingredient.(CHECK OUT)
December 1, 2005... If you've had a good curry lately, congratulations, you've upped your protection against indigestion, free-radical damage, inflammation, atherosderosis (hardening of the arteries) and cancer. Okay, yes, just temporarily, but still,...

Vitex: this herbal remedy may repel a wide range of everyday nuisances, from menstrual cramps to insects.(CHECK OUT)
December 1, 2005... AKA: Vitex agnus castus, chaste berry, vitex, monk's pepper PART USED: Ripe dried berries from the chaste tree WHAT IT DOES BEST: May help to relieve premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms such as water retention, breast swelling and...

Rhodiola: this rosy root may wake up your brain and perk up performance.(CHECK OUT)
December 1, 2005... What smells like a rose and delivers benefits that are oh, so sweet? Rhodiola rosea L (AKA golden root, roseroot, Arctic root), an herb that flourishes in Siberia. The rhizome (root) of this hardy plant has long been valued in Russia and Europe...

Natrol Brainspeed Memory.(ready, set, shop: fill your basket with our December picks)
December 1, 2005... Finding your keys might have become easier. NATROL BRAINSPEED MEMORY combines nutrients known to help brain function--such as vitamins [B.sub.6], [B.sub.12] and folic acid--to help improve mental processing skills. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Vega from Sequel is a complete meal replacement.(ready, set, shop: fill your basket with our December picks)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... VEGA from SEQUEL is a complete meal replacement. Created by vegan Ironman triathlete Brendan Brazier, one pouch mixed with water provides the nutrients you'd get from a whole meal, and it doesn't contain animal products, dairy, gluten or wheat....

When muscle aches start to wreak havoc on your body, try Sportenine from Boiron.(ready, set, shop: fill your basket with our December picks)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... When muscle aches start to wreak havoc on your body, try SPORTENINE from BOIRON. These homeopathic chewable tablets are made with arnica, the herb long credited with reducing bruising and lactic acid build-up in the muscles--the source of...

Mother's DHA from Carlson is a chewable orange softgel that provides omega-3 fatty acids for moms-to-be.(ready, set, shop: fill your basket with our December picks)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... MOTHER'S DHA from CARLSON is a chewable orange softgel that provides omega-3 fatty acids for morns-to-be. Its goal: to aid in an unborn baby's brain, nerves and vision development.

Shopping list.(ready, set, shop: fill your basket with our December picks)
December 1, 2005... Other featured products in the Better Nutrition section: [] New Chapter Turmeric Force [] Himalaya Naturals Turmeric [] Planetary Formulas Turmeric [] Electic Institute Turmeric [] Enzymedica ProBio [] ConAgra...

Best in show.(TASTE TEST)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... LAST JULY, MEMBERS OF THE NATURAL FOOD INDUSTRY MET IN LAS VEGAS AND SAMPLED A SLEW OF PRODUCTS DURING THE NATIONAL NATURAL FOOD ASSOCIATION'S 2005 PEOPLE'S CHOICE TASTE TEST COMPETITION. HERE'S WHAT TOOK THE RIBBON. In the sweet snack...

Why did your last diet fail? It could be pre-menopausal or menopausal weight gain. So if you're over 35 ... and gaining weight in places you've never gained weight before ... you're not alone! But researchers may have just discovered the solution!(Women's Health Update)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... You're a woman. You're gaining weight in places you never gained weight before. And you just can't seem to lose the excess pounds as easy as you used to. Join the club! You're one of the more than 47 million American women experiencing...

Star fruit: great taste, looks to kill and a cinch to prepare, this fruit really is a star.(FRESH PICKED)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Looking for something sweet, juicy and different in the fruit department? Star fruit--or carambola as it's also known--is just the ticket. This tropical treat has been cultivated for hundreds of years throughout Southeast Asia. Now flourishing...

Feta, tomato & artichoke crostini.(GROCERY GOURMET)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Canned tomatoes and artichokes make this appetizer as quick and easy as it is delicious. And canned vegetables, with their consistent taste and quality, are a boon when their fresh local counterparts aren't available. Note: Canned vegetables...

Chili: what to look for when choosing this warm and inviting food.(OFF THE SHELF)
December 1, 2005... Feel like a warm bowl of soup but crave something heartier? Crack open a can of chili. It's a great way to give a flavorful punch to your next meal. The trick is picking right--one that won't add too much fat or too many calories and meets a...

Bound by mixing bowls & recipes: through a holiday memory, one woman discovers that cooking isn't just about food.(SLICE OF LIFE)
December 1, 2005... I don't cook on a regular day, let alone a holiday. As soon as someone even mentions cooking to me, I have a classic, conditioned response involving my eyeballs immediately rolling up into my head. (Pavlov's dogs have nothing on me.) My...

Carpe Diem all-natural carbonated beverages have purpose---Kefir is meant to help support the body's defenses.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... CARPE DIEM all-natural carbonated beverages have purpose---KEFIR is meant to help support the body's defenses; GINKGO may improve concentration and receptiveness; and KOMBUCHA aims to balance the digestive system. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Drew's all natural organic double fire roasted salsa.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... DREW'S ALL NATURAL ORGANIC DOUBLE FIRE ROASTED SALSA spices up any meal with its smoky flavor. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Natural Feast chocolate mousse pie.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... NATURAL FEAST CHOCOLATE MOUSSE PIE will delight anyone wanting a chocolate fix. It's vegan, so those with food intolerances can enjoy it too. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Get five times the amount of antioxidants and no calories in this on-the-go Sencha shot.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... Get five times the amount of antioxidants and no calories in this on-the-go SENCHA SHOT, an authentic Japanese green tea drink from ITO EN. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Craving donuts?(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... Craving donuts? But can't digest dairy? Vegan YOGURT GLAZED DONUT HOLES from NUTRILICIOUS will fill your yen perfectly--and have no trans fat. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

The Rustic Crust Company old world pizza crusts.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... THE RUSTIC CRUST COMPANY OLD WORLD PIZZA CRUSTS are made with whole grain flour, fresh herbs and local organic ingredients. They're so tasty you'll forget they are ready-made. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Shopping list.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... Other featured products: [] Chilli Man Vegetarian Chili with Beans [] Health Valley Turkey Chili with Beans [] Westbrae Natural Vegetarian Chili [] Amy's Organic Chili with Vegetables [] Shelton's Turkey Chili With Beans...

Soap opera: natural soap will have you (and your skin) singing in the shower.(MAKE THE SWITCH)
December 1, 2005... Making soap is simple enough: Take an alkaloid and some fat, add water and voile, you've got suds. But in the quest to make the cheapest bar, many mass manufacturers have gotten chemical crazy. They use artificial dyes--often derived from coal...

War of the intestines: learn how to relieve irritable bowel syndrome naturally.(ASK THE DOC)
December 1, 2005... To help my irritable bowel, I started following a diet of no dairy and no wheat on the advice of a local naturopath. For almost a year, I drank soymilk and ate no wheat whatsoever--and it worked. But about three months ago, the bloating and the...

The common cold: stay healthy this season with these tips for treatment and prevention.(THE DOCTOR IS IN)
December 1, 2005... Each year, my office is flooded with calls asking about treatments for symptoms associated with a cold: achy body, runny nose, scratchy throat, hacking cough, stuffy head and the general rundown feeling that sends us to bed. The common...

Taking out the techtrash: this holiday season, use these ways to "e-cycle" your old electronics.(ECO MATTERS)
December 1, 2005... Electronics make for lousy trash. An average desktop computer holds 14 pounds of plastic, 4 pounds of lead, 8 pounds of aluminum and smaller amounts of arsenic, mercury and beryllium (a hard, grayish metal naturally found in mineral rocks,...

AHAVA body quartet.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)
December 1, 2005... Looking for a holiday gift for a friend? Consider the AHAVA BODY QUARTET. Made with pure Dead Sea minerals and nutrients, this should help soothe dry, flaky skin. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Canus goat's milk trial size gift set.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Goat's milk contains vitamins, minerals and emollients that can help make your skin soft and smooth. The affordable CANUS GOAT'S MILK TRIAL SIZE GIFT SET is great for holiday traveling or gift giving. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

MGA naked rescue cream.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Try the GMO-free MGA NAKED RESCUE CREAM to cure dry, parched skin. This non-greasy moisturizer is ideal for those with sensitive skin or for those who prefer unscented skin care. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Surya Henna.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Made with Brazilian rain forest plants, CUPUACU & VEGETAL PROTEIN EXTRA GENTLE SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER and HAIR MASK from SURYA HENNA will help restore hair's natural shine and body. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Xlear nasal wash.(ready, set, shop: FILL YOUR BASKET WITH OUR DECEMBER PICKS)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... During your next allergy attack, reach for XLEAR NASAL WASH. The xylitol helps prevent harmful bacterias from adhering to nasal tissue and promote moisture in the sinuses. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

PMS and menopause: new hope for 15 million women with few options.(Women's Health Update)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Women suffering from PMS, peri, pre, menopausal, and post-menopausal discomforts have been left with few viable and safe alternatives following the shocking news that traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may cause many of the diseases...

Cookies, cheesecake & pie--oh, my! No other month promotes good times, family, friends and food like December. So what are you waiting for? Fill your kitchen with these tempting desserts, and invite the people you love to dig in.
December 1, 2005... chewy meringue cookies Makes 20 cookies This recipe has many variations. Instead of 1 cup of dried fruit, you can use 1/2 cup fruit and 1/2 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips (though that adds to the calories)--or, for a low-cal...

How to prevent hangovers the natural way: three steps to ensure a happy new year.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Sipping a glass or red wine or a beer each evening can be beneficial for heart health, according to multiple medical studies. But have a second or third drink--easy to do during the holidays--and not only do you scuttle the benefits, but the...