Better Nutrition articles from July 2004

Better Nutrition archives from July 2004

Collagen protein: the natural solution for reducing body fat, beautiful skin and joint support ... used by over 3,800 Medical Professionals for the past 28 years; the original, patented "Night-Time" collagen formula is now available to the public!(Special Ad Report)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2004... A NEW, ALL-NATURAL AND medically used supplement shows promise in helping many individuals to reduce body fat, tone their bodies, enhance their skin and appearance, increase daytime energy levels, improve joint function and sleep better--but...

Letters from our readers.(Sharing)(Letter to the Editor)
July 1, 2004... "The Future of Fish Oil" (May 2004, p. 22) neglects to mention that wild fish are an exploited, limited resource. The increased demand for fish contributes to the unnecessary killing of billions of fish caught by accident as well as sharks,...

Jumpin' java.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Only Natural Inc.'s Expresso Energy Diet)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Just in time for summer, Only Natural brings you its Expresso Energy Diet. Designed to help boost metabolism and increase the rate of fat burning, this supplement contains a unique formula that incorporates the power of cocoa extract and coffee...

Mix it up.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(KetoJuice from Nature's Plus)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... For a hearty smoothie that won't leave you feeling hungry, mix up some KetoJuice from Nature's Plus. Available in Strawberry Banana, Wild Berry and Orange Pineapple, these smoothies deliver 23 grams of protein. Just add two scoops of powder to...

Accessible to all.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Kyolic 100 percent vegetarian formula from Wakunaga)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Now vegetarians can enjoy the benefits of aged garlic extract. Wakunaga introduces its new Kyolic 100 percent vegetarian formula. Free of whey and gelatin, these capsules contain the same cholesterol-lowering power as traditional aged garlic...

Best foot forward.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Aura Cacia's Refresh Aromatherapy Foot Soak)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Give your tired, aching feet some relief with Aura Cacia's Refresh Aromatherapy Foot Soak. This blend of peppermint, lavender, juniper and tea tree oils rejuvenates your body and spirit. After soaking your feet, apply the Foot Balm to keep your...

Wholly healthful.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(NatraLEAN)(glycemic nutrition bars)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... NatraLEAN low glycemic nutrition bars are a wholesome snack when you're in a hurry--and when you need to watch your blood sugar. Even better, the bar contains no wheat, dairy, corn, soy, peanuts, MSG, artificial sweeteners or other additives....

Fine food.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Veutura's pasta sauce)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Create a healthful, quick meal with Veutura's pasta sauce. Made with imported Italian tomatoes, this all-natural sauce comes in flavors such as Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato, Garlic & Basil. 609.641.5158 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Go fish!(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(softgel capsules from Triomega)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Healthful fats do exist--in the form of omega-3 fatty acids from fish. Triomega's softgel capsules contain 800 mg of concentrated fish oil. The oil is purified using a proprietary process to remove contaminants. 888.666.3423 [ILLUSTRATION...

Get in balance.(Choices: new products on retailers' shelves)(Alpha Lipoic Acid)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Natural Balance introduces the newest addition to its Super Value line: Alpha Lipoic Acid. This antioxidant contributes to cellular energy production and cell health. Available in both 100 mg and 300 mg strength. 800.833.8737 [ILLUSTRATION...

Vitamin slashes heart risk.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(C-reactive protein)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Vitamin C reduces levels of a marker for inflammation--a protein that has been more strongly linked to heart disease than cholesterol levels. A University of California, Berkeley, study reported in the April 2004 issue of the Journal of...

Natural alternatives to mass meds.(Goodnews: essential natural health news)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
July 1, 2004... Natural Alternatives to Mass Meds Each month, Amber D. Ackerson, ND, informs you about complementary and alternative choices to mass-produced over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. CONDITION OTC DRUG Dry cough ...

Omega-3 update.(goodnews)(fish oil can reduce heart attacks)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... After a review of previous studies, a US agency has determined that omega-3-rich fish oil can help reduce heart attacks, as well as reduce the overall risk of death, among people who have heart disease. The Agency for Healthcare Research and...

Diabetes and dieting.(Myth vs. Truth)(low-calorie diet could be beneficial for diabetics)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... diabetes and dieting MYTH: Type 2 diabetics should not diet and must remain on medication for life. TRUTH: Not necessarily. In obese teenagers with type 2 diabetes, an extremely low-calorie diet--800 calories per day-resulted in a...

Garlic to be tested on diabetics.(goodnews)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Two researchers, both post-graduates of Manchester Metropolitan University in England, have previously found that aged garlic extract may block--in "in vitro" experiments that don't involve live test subjects--a process that can damage eyes and...

Fertility utility.(news notes)(herbal blend may help women having difficulty conceiving)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Fertility utility: A small study in The Journal of Reproductive Medicine suggests an herb may help boost fertility in women who have difficulty conceiving. The herbal blend tested contains chasteberry--which is believed to improve ovulation and...

Gen-X travail.(news notes)(hypertension often misdiagnosed in younger patients)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Gen-X travail: According to a study in the British Medical Journal, doctors are more likely to misdiagnose hypertension--high blood pressure-in people under age 35 than to diagnose it correctly, Researchers said the mistake could mean that...

AMD help.(news notes)(lutein may help improve vision of those with age-related macular degeneration )(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... AMD help: Preliminary research published in Optometry found that lutein may actually help improve vision in patients suffering from the dry form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Participants received 10 mg of crystalline lutein daily....

Low-fat vs. low-cal.(news notes)(low levels of vitamin B affect memory)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Low-fat vs. low-cal: In Stockholm, research shows that healthy people over age 75 who have the genotype--the particular genetic makeup--that causes a higher risk of Alzheimer's will perform worse on memory tests if they have low levels of...

Cold-weather grumps.(news notes)(sunnier dispositions for those born between March and August)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Cold-weather grumps: It was an online survey not considered scientific. Still, it's interesting. A psychologist at the University of Hertfordshire in the UK found that people born between March and August have a sunnier outlook than those born...

Oh my gout.(news notes)(risks of developing gout and protection from it)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Oh my gout: A diet high in animal protein is linked to an increased risk of the painful joint condition known as gout, says a study in The New England Journal of Medicine. Both vegetables and dairy proteins provide a protection against the...

New cancer test.(news notes)(feces specimen may be used to diagnose colorectal cancer)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... New cancer test: A simple feces specimen may soon be used to detect colorectal cancer. Scientists have long sought telltale signs of cancer that would eliminate the need for invasive tests. A paper in The Lancet reports that particular changes...

Trust but fortify.(news notes)(fortifying foods with nutrients could help people in developing nations achieve their full potential)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Trust but fortify: A new United Nations report calls on the food industry to fortify foods with the nutrients many developing nations lack: iodine, zinc, folic acid; iron and vitamins A, [B.sub.12] and riboflavin. The report says that a third...

Up in smoke.(news notes)(brain decline sped up by smoking)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Up in smoke: Smoking speeds up brain decline in the elderly--by as much as 500 Percent--suggests a Danish study published in the journal Neurology.

Calorie restriction & anti-aging.(goodnews)(limiting calorie intake can reduce risk of heart disease)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... A stringent, calorie-restricted (CR) diet dramatically reduces the risk of heart disease, a new study shows. Washington University scientists examined people who limited their calorie intake and avoided processed foods for an average of 6...

Brain protection.(goodnews)(curcumin may play a role in protecting the brain from oxidation)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Curcumin--the compound that gives curry its yellow color may activate a key enzyme that protects the brain against oxidation. Excess oxidation of brain cells is suspected as a major factor in aging and neurodegenerative disorders. The research...

Decaf.(Myth vs. Truth)(effects of decaffeinated coffee can be similar to those of regular coffee)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... MYTH: Switching to decaffeinated coffee will prevent the jitters as well as heartburn. TRUTH: Decaf can have some of the same effects on the body as regular coffee. It can cause heartburn or irritate stomach ulcers in susceptible people,...

Anti-osteoporosis supplement program.(Illustration)
July 1, 2004... Anti-Osteoporosis Supplement Program Susan Brown, MD, recommends the following in her book Better Bones, Better Body (Keats Publishing): Nutrient Benefit Dosage Calcium ...

Post-game nutrition.(athletes need carbohydrates after exercise)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Some see carbohydrates as evil in this age of low-carb dieting. But it's crucial for an athlete to get some carbs following strenuous exercise to help his or her body recover properly. Carbs--the main source of energy during physical...

Prostate protection.(goodnews)(effect of vitamin E)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... It's not well known, but vitamin E may help prevent prostate cancer. Researchers from the National Cancer Institute found that men with high blood levels of natural alpha-tocopherol--vitamin E--are 53 percent less likely to contract this...

'Trans' action.(goodnews)(trans fat labeling will prevent cases of coronary heart disease)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Gram for gram, trans fat--essentially hydrogenated oil--is probably the most toxic food ingredient in the food supply. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates that by 2009, 3 years after its new regulation requiring trans fat...

Finding the right foods.(The low carb continuum: experts analyze the health applications: Part 4)
July 1, 2004... Now that low-carb diets have gone mainstream, manufacturers have responded with a dizzying array of new carb-conscious products. Last year, the number of low-and reduced-carb products found on grocery shelves nearly doubled, and the trend is...

New horizons: Suzanne Somers is happy proof of life beyond menopause.
July 1, 2004... Suzanne Somers has hit her prime again. The 57-yearold's career has taken the big leap from actress/entertainer to best-selling author. Semers recently penned The Sexy Years, which complements her New York limos best-selling diet books. ...

Get down: 68 natural ways to lower blood pressure.
July 1, 2004... It's an emerging epidemic in North America: One out of every three people has pre-hypertension, a condition thal leads to high blood pressure. And most of them don't know it. Don't assume that your blood pressure is normal lust because it...

Cocktail, anyone? Antioxidants that work better in teams.(Wellness: supplements and functional foods)
July 1, 2004... In this day and age of the quick fix, consumers often look for a single tablet or pill that will cure what ails them. Scientists are no exception, often conducting studies on single ingredients to determine how they individually contribute to...

Tempting tomatoes: nature's source of lycopene.(Food: easy and healthful recipes)
July 1, 2004... For years, scientists have understood the benefits of lycopene-rich tomatoes for the prevention of prostate cancer. In the December 1995 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, Edward Giovannucci, MD, reported that men who are 10...

Summertime: feel-good food ideas for long, hot days.(Innerbeauty: new strategies for vibrant living)
July 1, 2004... Summer beauty food isn't merely about eating "light," it's about eating well. And it's about more than simply taking off pounds: The real goals are stable energy and blood sugar, maximum nourishment, true satiety and pleasure. Here are some...

Ask the doctor.(ginger; natural progesterone cream)
July 1, 2004... I have two questions: 1. Does ginger help with nausea/stomach virus symptoms? 2. What are your thoughts on natural progesterone cream? --Kendra Davidson If you're experiencing nausea as part of a vim infection, ginger is one of the...