Better Nutrition articles from January 2006

Better Nutrition archives from January 2006

Here's to a balanced new year.
January 1, 2006... We begin this issue and this year in the comfort of my bed. My once-yearly bout with the flu has returned. So, most of this month's stories were edited at home on my laptop, propped up by pillows and surrounded by my kitties--Pumpkin and Moo....

A common mistake that prevents most people from losing weight ... and how to avoid it! How this simple, corrective "first step" should be part of any weight loss and health improvement program.(Sculpt n' Cleanse)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2006... 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...

Glucosamine: arthritis pain's natural foe just got more street credibility at the American College of Rheumatology's annual scientific meeting.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... No matter how active we are, even the fittest person can have a bad day or two, thanks to joints that make moving a knee, hip or shoulder a pain. Luckily, despite some recent conflicting reports, glucosamine researchers keep proving that this...

CLA: conjugated linoleic acid may help you shed those unwanted pounds you gained in 2005. Here's how.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... As the new year begins, supplements for weight loss are being advertised everywhere (and this magazine is no exception). One of these supplements is CLA, or conjugated linoleic acid. Recently published studies have shed some light on how this...

Noni: this tropical tonic may help with a number of health issues, including obesity.(CHECK OUT)
January 1, 2006... If improving your health and losing weight are part of your 2006 resolution list, there's a tropical supplement that may aid in your quests: noni. For centuries, people in the South Pacific have used noni (Morinda citrifolia) to treat a number...

Green tea: by adding this popular tea to your day, you're a few cups closer to good health.
January 1, 2006... HERB: green tea AKA: Camellia sinensis PART USED: leaves WHAT IT DOES BEST: Green tea is known for the benefits of its main active ingredient, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent antioxidant. An increasing number of...

Melatonin: can America's favorite natural sleep aid also increase your odds of beating cancer? maybe--and that's not all.(CLOSE UP)
January 1, 2006... Since being identified as the "sleep hormone" in the '90s, countless Americans have counted on melatonin--a natural hormone that is part of the body's internal clockworks--to put an end to sleepless nights, groggy mornings, jet lag and...

Children's cold & flu medicines: if your little one is sneezing, sniffling or coughing, reach for one of these natural remedies.(NATURAL SOLUTIONS)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... HYLAND'S COMPLETE FLU CARE 4 KIDS provides flu relief with its quick-dissolving tablets. This nondrowsy formula isn't just for kids, it works for small adults, toe. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] At the first signs of a cold or before entering...

Boiron care kits.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... BOIRON CARE KITS are like three homeopathic mini-medicine cabinets. The smaller ones are great for a desk or travel; the larger kit is meant for home use.

Herbal science Party Smart.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... HERBAL SCIENCE PARTY SMART may help ensure a better morning-after if taken 30 minutes prior to drinking.

Nature's answer Sambucus Black Elder Berry.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... NATURE'S ANSWER SAMBUCUS BLACK ELDER BERRY extract supports the immune system during the winter season or when experiencing extra stress.

Rainbow Light Protein Energizer.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... RAINBOW LIGHT PROTEIN ENERGIZER dietary rice protein supplement is a great way to get fiber without soy, dairy or added sugars.

Pears: sweet consequences could come from picking the perfect pear. Here's how to ensure a succulent choice year-round.(FRESH PICKED)
January 1, 2006... "That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet..." Shakespeare may not have been referring to the pear in Romeo and Juliet, but he was right on the mark. As a member of the rose family--without the family name--the pear...

Leeks: this earthy vegetable has its roots in the onion family. Here's how to make it a favorite in your house.(VINE RIPE)
January 1, 2006... Whoever described the leek as the "poor man's asparagus" clearly didn't do his research. Leeks taste more like their round relatives--onions and garlic--than the long, thin asparagus, even though they physically resemble them. While leeks...

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)
January 1, 2006... 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...

Instant oatmeal: look for these 6 clues to get the most nutrition from instant oats.(OFF THE SHELF)(Buyers Guide)
January 1, 2006... Eating oatmeal daily is beneficial to your health--as long as you eat a nutritious one. The cereal aisle is full of flavored instant oatmeal varieties that may beckon you to drop them into your cart. Stop, look and read--the label, that is....

Chocolate chip cookies: fresh homemade cookies are great, but we don't always have the time. These ready-to-eat and ready-to-bake options are natural alternatives to your run-of-the-mill store brands.(TASTE TEST)(Brief Article)(Product/Service Evaluation)
January 1, 2006... EAT-STRAIGHT-OUT-OF-THE-PACKAGE COOKIES TOFUTTI FARMS CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES are so soft and creamy, you'd never guess they're egg- and dairy-free. They're so good that they won over the unhealthiest skeptics among our testers. ...

Rustic white bean soup.(GROCERY GOURMET)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... IT'S COLD. YOU'RE TIRED AND DEFINITELY NOT IN THE MOOD TO COOK AN ELABORATE MEAL. DON'T. JUST USE THE SIMPLE LIST BELOW TO SHOP FOR DINNER. WHEN YOU GET HOME, ASSEMBLE THE SOUP, LET IT SIMMER WHILE YOU CHANGE CLOTHES, AND SERVE. AND IF YOU'VE...

Barry's Bakery Mini Peaks.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... BARRY'S BAKERY MINI PEAKS meringue cookies are ideal for fixing that sugar craving without adding loads of calories, fat, cholesterol and trans fat. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Xlear Berry Sparx Fine & Dandy Candy.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... XLEAR BERRY SPARX FINE & DANDY CANDY with xylitol is a sugar-free treat that helps combat cavities. With 40 percent fewer calories than sugar, this candy also has minimal impact on blood sugar levels. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Muir Glen Organic.(soups)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... MUIR GLEN ORGANIC soups have pasta and large chunks of vegetables but fewer than 100 calories and 0 trans fat. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Sacla Italia Classic basil pesto.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... SACLA ITALIA CLASSIC BASIL PESTO is a spoon-and-serve pasta sauce that is GMO-and preservative-free. Add directly to drained hot pasta for a quick and easy meal. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Kashi Mighty Bites in Honey Crunch.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... KASHI MIGHTY BITES in HONEY CRUNCH is an all-natural, whole grains cereal that has choline, zinc, iron, vitamin C--all are brain-food nutrients. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Stacy's Baked Bagel Chips.
January 1, 2006... STACY'S BAKED BAGEL CHIPS come in five varieties and have no saturated or trans fat. This satisfyingly crunchy snack will leave you guilt-free. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Laundry detergent: switching to a natural laundry detergent just feels good--from clean clothes to a clean environment. Familiarize yourself with the ingredients behind this household staple.(MAKE THE SWITCH)
January 1, 2006... If you're using conventional laundry detergent, you may think your clothes are clean, but actually, they're saturated with chemicals--many of which aren't good for you or the environment. Yup, those liquids and powders most of us mindlessly...

The aftermath infection: sinusitis can sneak up on you after a bout with the flu. Here's how to fight it naturally.(THE DOCTOR IS IN)
January 1, 2006... Have you ever suffered from a stuffed-up nose; nasal discharge; fever; chills; headache; facial pain, tenderness, redness and swelling; a hacking cough; bad breath; post-nasal drip; fatigue... and assumed you had the flu du jour? It may have...

Silent stress relief: how the Alexander Technique opens a path to better living.
January 1, 2006... Classical singer Catherine Langberg took her first Alexander Technique (AT) lesson while attending Boston University's opera program. She learned that releasing tension in her lower back made her voice clearer and stronger. When her AT teacher...

New year, new you, new diet? If 2006 is the year you want to shed some pounds, read these tales of two women who changed their eating habits. Here's what they did.(HEALTH EXPLORER)(Interview)
January 1, 2006... This January, many will resolve to lose weight. Sales of diet books and low-cal cookies will skyrocket. Yet within weeks, a majority will have gotten frustrated and quit. But others will continue on their path to healthier eating, as Deb Barley...

Aura Cacia Foam Bath.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... AURA CACIA FOAM BATH for kids is paraben-free and made with 100 percent pure essential oil.

EO Nourishing Body Balm With Virgin Coconut Milk.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... EO NOURISHING BODY BALM WITH VIRGIN COCONUT MILK is made with fresh-pressed coconut kernel milk and has no chemical residues or additives. Rich with vitamin E and antioxidants, this creamy lotion left our hands soft for hours.

Bach Rescue Remedy Spray.
January 1, 2006... Manage stress anytime anywhere with BACH RESCUE REMEDY SPRAY. This classic aromatic formula now comes in a lipstick-sized container.

Beautiful Soap & Co. Lavender Aromatic Mist.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... BEAUTIFUL SOAP & CO. LAVENDER AROMATIC MIST is an ideal scent pick-me-up for the body and any room in the house. The soothing aroma will bring calm to any stressful environment.

Urban Detox from MD Drinks.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Developed by physicians at UCLA, URBAN DETOX from MD DRINKS minimizes the effects of airborne pollution on lungs and sinuses. Caffeine- and preservative-free, this tasty drink is a blend of orange, prickly pear and lime.

Multi mayhem: if picking a vitamin has you stressed--and you still don't know if you need the stress formula or not--read on.(Cover Story)
January 1, 2006... Multivitamins exist because almost no one, not even the most vigilant health nut (and certainly not the average American eater), gets the optimal levels of vitamins and minerals. Multis offer an easy way to round out your intake of these key...

Child's play.(child nutritional supplies)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... Having constantly developing bodies and oftentimes having picky palates make children good candidates for a multivitamin. However, their different needs and smaller size make choosing one arguably more difficult. Good thing the guidelines are...

What's the difference?(Recommended daily allowance)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2006... You know those Nutrition Facts labels that appear on every can, jar and box of food in your cupboard? Well, they also appear on vitamin (and other supplement) bottles, and while they are supposed to make it easier to understand whether you're...

Food synergy: a relatively new science says the key to health may be not what you eat, but how you eat. Here's how to make it work for you.
January 1, 2006... When you add a steaming heap of broccoli to your dinner plate, you're sure that you are eating healthfully. And it's true. You are. Because foods rich in disease-fighting phytochemicals, like broccoli, are smart additions to any diet. But...

balance your immune system: how to avoid getting sick all year long with these 6 suggestions.(HOW TO)
January 1, 2006... If you get an average of 3.2 colds every fall and winter, your immune system needs tweaking. It isn't up to the job of sheltering your body from bacteria, viruses and other nasty bugs--not to mention environmental toxins, poor diets and stress....