Better Nutrition articles from June 2003

Better Nutrition archives from June 2003

A common mistake that prevents most people from losing weight ... and how to avoid it! Why this simple "first step" should be part of any weight loss, anti-aging and health improvement program ... (Body Shaping & Cleansing Ad Guide).(Advertisement)
June 1, 2003... 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...

Collagen protein: the natural solution for reducing body fat, beautiful skin and joint support ...: used by over 3,800 medical professionals for the past 24 years; the original, patented "night-time" collagen formula is now available to the public! (Special Weight Loss and Beauty Consumer Ad Report).(Advertisement)
June 1, 2003... 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...

Winners. (notes).
June 1, 2003... Sometimes the rewards of reading BN come in addition to better health. I'm pleased to announce the winners of our "Kruise with Kat Contest." Gretchen McLlary of Fall City, Washington, and Sharon Ashmore of Charlotte, North Carolina, will...

In your February 2003 issue. (sharing).(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2003... In your February 2003 issue, you ran two articles on olive oil authored by Kimberly Lord Stewart. I wanted to let you know that not only are the topics she covered groundbreaking, but they are written in such a professional and thoroughly...

In Lori Tobias' story "Doctor, Doctor" (April 2003). (sharing).(chiropractors)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2003... In Lori Tobias' story "Doctor, Doctor" (April 2003) she writes, "... such practices as acupuncture, homeopathy, mind/body therapies and dietary supplements are becoming so commonplace, the term `alternative' barely applies." Whenever I...

So sweet. (choices).(Dr. Venessa's Sugar Balance Support)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... so sweet Balance your sugar levels quickly with Dr. Venessa's Sugar Balance Support. This specialized supplement contains nopal--a type of cactus--gymnema sylvestre and glucosol, all of which may help lower blood sugar. 800.477.0031 ...

Gentle cleanser. (choices).(Vivi soap from Aurora)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... gentle cleanser Pamper yourself with Vivi soap from Aurora. This ultra-moisturizing glycerin soap cleanses gently and effectively. And it contains aloe vera, coconut oil, essential oils and vitamins to leave your skin silky soft. 800.318.3934...

Satisfying snack. (choices).(Whole Grain Kamut Bagels by Pacific Bakery)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... statisfying snack For a healthy nosh, try Whole Grain Kamut Bagels by Pacific Bakery. They're perfect for anyone who wishes to avoid yeast. For protein, add a dollop of Maranatha's Organic Peanut Butter in salted or unsalted, creamy or crunchy...

Safe sun. (choices).(SunBrellas Active Block from Jason Natural Cosmetics)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... safe sun SunBrellas Active Block from Jason Natural Cosmetics combines the strength of an SPF of 40 with antioxidants to help protect and nourish the skin, as well as reduce premature aging. Plus, this water-resistant formula is designed...

Fruity and filling. (choices).(Smoothie Explosion from American Health)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... fruity and filling Taste a burst of fruit flavor with Smoothie Explosion from American Health. Just add water, milk or juice to the powdered drink to create a healthy meal replacement or a hearty, protein-filled snack. Made with real fruit,...

Red clover power. (choices).(Promensil from Novogen)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... red clove power Manage menopause symptoms naturally with Promensil from Novogen. This plant-estrogen tablet provides 40mg of estrogens derived from red clover to help relieve hot flashes and night sweats, and help maintain bone health....

Whole food nutrition. (choices).(Living Multi from Garden of Life)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... whole food nutirition Living Multi, a new nutritional supplement from Garden of Life, contains all your required daily vitamins and minerals. Even better, these powerful vegetarian caplets are completely bio-available--meaning your body can...

Rice rocks! (choices).(Galaxy Nutritional Foods)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... rice rocks! Galaxy Nutritional Foods brings you their latest innovation in dairy- and soy-free foods: rice "cheese" in mozzarella, cheddar, pepper jack, provolone and Swiss flavors. Available shredded and in individually wrapped slices or large...

Beyond vitamins and minerals. (Advertising Minerals).(Living Multi)(Advertisement)
June 1, 2003... How Homeostatic Nutrients[TM] Can Change Your Life There is a revolution under way in multiple vitamin/mineral supplements, started by a product called Living Multi[TM] Most breakthroughs in nutrition and science represent an evolution,...

Naked truth. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Athletes often hear that they should hydrate--drink water--but many overdo it. How call you determine your actual water loss from strenuous physical exercise? Simple. Weigh yourself totally nude just prior to your game or workout. Then weigh...

Travel gingerly. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Ginger's not just the name of the sequined redhaired castaway on Gilligan's Island. It's also a potent herb that may prove to be a boon for a bad belly. Research suggests that ginger may be effective for treating motion sickness,...

Longevity lifestyles. (goodnews).(vegetarians)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Vegetarians have a significantly longer life span than people who eat lots of meat, according to a new study. Scientists divided 1,900 participants into three groups: * vegans, who abstain from all animal products; * vegetarians, who...

Exorcising cancer. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Results of an excellent, long-term study show that men who are in the best shape are less likely to die from cancer, and women with greater body mass are at a considerably greater risk of a cancer fatality. The study examined the...

Change your oil. (goodnews).(fish oil vs cod liver oil)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... What's the difference between supplemental fish oil and cod liver oil? Both furnish heart-healthy omega-3 polyunsaturated essential fatty acids. But cod liver oil also packs a vitamin A wallop--the sunshine vitamin so important during...

Skim off the top. (goodnews).(skim milk)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... myth: Skim milk is fat free. fact: Although legally permitted to be marketed as "fat free," one cup of skim milk actually contains about 0.3 grams of saturated fat and 85 calories. That means skim milk furnishes about 3 percent of its...

What exactly is cheez? (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has proposed stricter labeling laws that would expose the real ingredients--or lack of real ingredients--in grocery products. That could be a big help to consumers who think the main ingredient in Cheez...

Awesome olives. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Olive oil is the centerpiece of the Mediterranean diet--a regimen long associated with the reduced risk of illness, especially heart disease. Scientific thought links the beneficial consumption of olive oil to its high content of...

Eggs-centric study. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... When scientists asked older women to recall their dietary habits during their teen years, they found an interesting correlation: Women who ate one egg daily as teenagers were 18 percent less likely to develop breast cancer as adults. The...

Bread winner. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... myth: Brown bread is always higher in fiber. fact: Shopping in the bread aisle, you naturally grab a loaf of something brown-after all, it must be higher in fiber than Wonder bread, right? Well, no. That dark complexion is often courtesy of...

Berry good cure. (goodnews).(urinary tract infections)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... A study published in the March 2003 issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicates that diet may play a role in urinary tract infections (UTIs), an illness that affects more than half of women at some point during their lives....

Curry-ing favor. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... A team from the United States, Finland and Hong Kong has found that curcumin--found in the Indian spice turmeric--may help prevent alcohol-related liver disease (ALD). The spice, which gives curry its yellow color, apparently blocks activation...

The OJ verdict. (goodnews).(orange juice)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... You almost never drink milk, so you wonder if buying calcium-fortified orange juice will do you any good. Bad news: Purchasing calcium-fortified orange juice definitely won't improve your health. But if you're drinking the orange juice...

Less is more. (goodnews).(Huntington's disease)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... According to a recent study, eating fewer calories and decreasing meal frequency may help hinder the onset of Huntington's disease in mice. Huntington's disease, which affects about one in 10,000 people in the United States, is passed from...

Doggie diet. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... What's the number one health problem for dogs? You might be surprised to find out that, according to a new study, it's the same runaway health problem affecting an increasing number of people worldwide and especially in the United States:...

Protein benefits. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... myth: High protein intake poses no risk, as long as the protein comes from a low-fat source. fact: The risks of saturated fat aside, excess protein itself can cause serious health problems. For example, protein places stress on the...

"B" positive. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Investigators have found a link between nutrition and depression, according to a study published in the March 2003 issue of Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics. Depressed people among the general US population were found to have low blood...

Kid-proof colds. (goodnews).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Eating more fruits, vegetables and especially fish may prevent respiratory diseases and winter coughs in children, says a new study published in the March 14, 2003 issue of Thorax. The survey of more than 20,200 children age 7 to 11 was...

To the max: Margaret Kelly's post-cancer lessons on living life to the fullest.
June 1, 2003... Margaret Kelly still remembers what she served for dinner the night in 1998 when her 11-year-old son asked if she performed regular breast self-exams. The married mother of two and senior-level RE/MAX real estate executive passed the salt...

Sanctuary: finding refuge in a worried world.
June 1, 2003... In troubled times, many people turn to the safety and comfort of family and home for reassurance. This month, Better Nutrition offers personal stories, expert advice and healthy recipes to help you and your family create your own peaceful...

Comfort food: calming cuisine for family and friends.
June 1, 2003... The unpredictability of the world situation, added to my already overloaded schedule, can cause me stress. To help soothe my soul, many nights I gladly dine on pot roast made from my mother's recipe, kasha the way my grandmother made it and...

Farmed & dangerous: there's something sadly fishy about "bathtub" salmon.
June 1, 2003... Fish have long been revered as a healthy alternative to red meat and a great source of those ever-crucial omega-3 essential fatty acids. But few people know that most fish today are mass-produced. Have you had salmon lately? Whether bought in a...

Bridal brunch: great new recipes for June weddings. (food).
June 1, 2003... June is well-known as the month for brides. And weddings always suggest festive mealtimes, when both the happy couple and the celebratory food take center stage. But even before the big day, friends and family gather for a variety of...

Inside out: your internal flora promote healthy skin. (innerbeauty).
June 1, 2003... In last month's column, we looked at healthier, gentler alternatives to conventional skin-care products to help cleanse your skin and restore its original glow. But beauty is much more than skin deep. For really healthy skin, we have to go...

Herbal swiss army knife: multitasking with garlic. (wellness).
June 1, 2003... The herb formerly known as "the stinking rose" has more health benefits than a Swiss army knife has implements. Once thought to fend off vampires--a topic that has managed to avoid medical scrutiny--garlic (Allium sativum) is now known to...

Teach your children well. (snapshots).(Next Generation Yoga)
June 1, 2003... At 29 years old, Jodi Beth Komitor, founder of Next Generation Yoga in New York City and author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yoga with Kids, sits--or rather stretches--at the helm of the only studio in the United States dedicated solely to...