Better Nutrition articles from July 2003

Better Nutrition archives from July 2003

Passages. (notes).(Fourth of July)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... You can mark the passage of time by how you celebrated the Fourth of July. As kids, the Monahans lit sparklers and "snakes" and drank sodas with the unlikely name of Shasta. As preteens--which basically means you're old enough for your...

Sharing.(Letter to the Editor)
July 1, 2003... I enjoyed your recent article about organic wine growers (January 2003, p. 38). Most organic vintners don't promote themselves as such, so I'm hoping there's a list of who they are. Thank you. Dale Weiner, New York, New York Glad...

Dr. Robert Atkins, 1930-2003.(Brief Article)(Obituary)
July 1, 2003... A physician-fumed-author whose books helped millions of people lose weight, Robert Atkins, MD, died last April in New York City of complications from a fall. He was 72. Atkins wrote more than a dozen health and nutrition books. In 1972, he...

Mouth-watering. (choices).(Salix Moisturizer for the Mouth)
July 1, 2003... If you ever find yourself experiencing a dry mouth, Scandinavian Formulas has the answer. Try Salix Moisturizer for the Mouth to quickly increase salivation without side effects. Each citrus-flavored lozenge dissolves on the tongue to bring...

Naturally yours. (choices).(Zesty Tomato Basil Burgers by Natural Touch)
July 1, 2003... Want to get more organic soy in your diet? Try Zesty Tomato Basil Burgers by Natural Touch. These vegetarian burgers use only healthful and nutritious ingredients. Even better, Natural Touch supports Global ReLeaf, a national campaign to...

Super soft. (choices).(Sofnicity's Facial Energizer Toner)
July 1, 2003... Tone your skin with Sofnicity's Facial Energizer Toner. The soothing nectar of green tea and vitamins A, C and E help repair and refresh your skin. Follow the toner with Daytime Nourishment Cream, which will protect your skin from the daily...

Vitamin sea. (choices).(Sea Buddies Daily Multiple made by Enzymatic Therapy)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Can't get kids to take their vitamins? Introduce them to Sea Buddies Daily Multiple made by Enzymatic Therapy. Each chewable, Splashberry-flavored tablet delivers 25 important nutrients with the added bonus of a low sugar content. 800.783.2286

Herbal magic. (choices).(Skin Magic Rejuvenating Gel from Vital Edge)
July 1, 2003... Have any unsightly skin spots you want to be rid of? Just reach for Skin Magic Rejuvenating Gel from Vital Edge. The magic ingredient that removes scars, wrinkles, moles and brown spots is South American pau d'arco--an herb derived from the...

How sweet it is. (choices).(Izze Sparkling Fruit Juice)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... If you're looking for a wholesome, healthful fruit drink, go for one that's all original-and all natural. Izze Sparkling Fruit Juice contains 70 percent real fruit juice and 30 percent sparkling water with no sugar, caffeine, preservatives or...

Fabulously frosted. (choices).(Keto Frosted Flakes )
July 1, 2003... Enjoy the sweet flavor and crunchy texture of your favorite frosted cereals--without high carbohydrates or added sugars. Keto Frosted Flakes contain only 75 grams of carbohydrates and are packed full of protein. Available in Apple Cinnamon,...

Cleanliness is next to ... (choices).(Sculpt n' Cleanse from Health Direct for colon cleansing)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Cleanse your colon with Sculpt n' Cleanse from Health Direct. Colon cleansing is considered a positive part of many digestive health programs. Sculpt n' Cleanse gently and safely helps eliminate toxins, chemicals and pollutants. 800.414.4496

You, CLA and diabetes. (goodnews).(conjugated linoleic acid )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... According to a new study published in the January 2003 edition of The Journal of Nutrition, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may play a beneficial role in maintaining normal blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, also known as...

Forget the bad fats. (goodnews).(Alzheimer's disease)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Two new studies have identified a link between diet and Alzheimer's disease-in particular, the intake of dietary fat and antioxidants. Researchers from Chicago's Rush Institute for Healthy Aging found that saturated fat and...

New vitamin discovered. (goodnews).(micronutrient pyrroloquinoline quinone )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... A substance once considered inconsequential has now been established as the first new vitamin discovered Since 1948. Studies in mice show that the micronutrient pyrroloquinoline quinone (PPQ)--once viewed as a nonessential...

Blood, sweat and cheers. (goodnews).(endurance running)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Endurance running and other sorts of intense exercise are a catch-22. The effects of regular intense exercise on the body ratchet down all sorts of health risks, especially those related to the heart. But while you're actually doing the...

Life and breath. (goodnews).(asthma)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... myth: Asthma always begins in childhood. truth: Well, it can--but two out of three asthma patients develop the condition after age 15. In fact, 40 percent of those affected only begin to see symptoms as adults. Nevertheless, surveys show...

Upping the anti. (goodnews).(antioxidants)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Certain antioxidants may protect against prostate cancer and rheumatoid arthritis, according to two new studies. Researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore studied the relationship between antioxidants...

Buy the best: when it comes to vitamins, quality beats quantity.
July 1, 2003... Let's face it: You dish out good money for your multivitamins because you want the health benefits of specific, active nutrients--vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, herbal extracts. But what about the inactive ingredients listed on the label?...

A gram of prevention: boost your health with a custom supplement program.
July 1, 2003... Prevention is better than cure any day. And with a well-designed supplement regimen, you may be developing the best disease-prevention program available. But are you taking the right vitamins--and at the right time and in the right way? Should...

Picnic picks: summertime's fabulous alfresco fare. (Cover Story).
July 1, 2003... With summer in full swing, everyone's ready to head to the great outdoors for a little fun in the sun. Whether your destination is the mountains or the beach, these light, refreshing dishes can help you form the basis of the perfect...

Through the looking glass: your mirror reflects your health and vitality. (Innerbeauty: holistic beauty expert and health advocate Kat James offers new strategies for vibrant living).
July 1, 2003... In this often superficial world, it is important to love ourselves, no matter how we look. But that doesn't mean we should ignore what the mirror tells us. Aside from our size, or the attractiveness of our makeup or clothes, we can learn a lot...

Bitter pill: proposed supplement regulations hard to swallow. (DC updates: David Seckman, CEO of the National Nutritional Foods Association, writes about political issues affecting consumers).
July 1, 2003... You might think conventional wisdom would dictate that any issue not directly connected to the war with Iraq, its aftermath and by-product concerns about homeland security would have been placed on the government's equivalent of the back burner...

Five-star chef. (snapshots).
July 1, 2003... You don't usually see the words "healthy," "gourmet" and "military" in the same sentence. But hang around Chef Travis Smith, Chief Warrant Officer 3 at Ft. Lee, Virginia, and you'll soon get used to it. Chef Travis is head of the Army's...