Better Nutrition articles from November 2002

Better Nutrition archives from November 2002

"Medically used protein supports fat loss, skin tone, joint function and more!": time-tested collagen protein used by over 3,800 medical professionals for the past 24 years is finally available ... (Special Ad Supplement).
November 1, 2002... A new, all-natural and medically documented protein shows promise in helping many individuals burn fat, tone their bodies, enhance their skin and appearance, increase energy levels, and improve joint function, but can it possibly be true? ...

"Natural food supplement stops calorie-rich foods from becoming fat!" Shed those extra pounds--while eating "forbidden" foods like pizza, bread, pasta, french fries and more? (Newly Available Weight Loss Secret--Just In Time For The Holidays ...).
November 1, 2002... Yes... it sounds utterly amazing, but it's true! Now you can lose weight or maintain your shape while still enjoying delicious "forbidden" foods most people crave like pizza, pasta, bread, potatoes, rice, french fries, beans and more! You...

Old-fashioned. (notes).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... One of the best reasons for shopping in your local natural products store was illustrated a few months ago when the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to seven Web site operators. These "Internet seven" were promoting...

Sharing.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Thank you for your profile of life-long vegetarians Lucie and Caty Sergeant, ("Growing Up Veg," September 2002). Like Lucie and Caty, most vegetarians find that they have more food choices--not fewer--than their meat-eating counterparts....

Cheers. (Choices).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Put the finishing touch on that perfect holiday meal with a bottle of Frey's all-natural wine. Available in Chardonnay, Merlot and many other varieties to please every palate, Frey wines are produced from organic grapes, which contain little or...

Bath & body. (Choices).(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
November 1, 2002... Looking for a natural way to keep your skin looking vibrant and fresh? Check out flaxValant's European skin care products derived from flaxseed oil. Offering everything from Beauty Mask to Shower Gel, the flax Valant line promises to heal,...

Bone-ified relief. (Choices).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Amerifit Nutrition introduces Estroven Joint & Bone, a new supplement that specifically addresses the unique health needs of women. Combining the proven joint and bone benefits of glucosamine and calcium with other essential vitamins and...

Fish story. (Choices).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... The health benefits of omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs)--including promoting heart health and good cholesterol and supporting the immune system-have been well documented. Not only do Spectrum Essentials Norwegian Fish Oil capsules contain...

Spice up your health. (Choices).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... As we head into cold-and-flu season, it's a good time to investigate the immune-boosting effects of oregano. Nature's Answer offers supplements in both alcohol-free liquid and capsule form that contain 7 milligrams of carvacrol--oregano's...

Man and beast. (Choices).
November 1, 2002... Now you and your furry friends can maintain good health together thanks to Sun Chlorella and Pet Sun Chlorella. Derived from chlorophyll-packed green algae, chlorella is a powerful detoxifying agent loaded with vitamins, minerals, amino acids...

Soup of the day. (Choices).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... There's nothing better than a hot, hearty bowl of soup on a cold, frosty night. Walnut Acres' line of eight certified organic soups, including Autumn Harvest, Cuban Black Bean and Country Corn Chowder, come in convenient, ready-to-serve...

Good to go. (Choices).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... It's not always easy to eat healthy when you're on the go, but Simply Organic Boxed Dinners can help. Including everything from Couscous to Macaroni and Cheese to Tomato Basil Chicken, Simply Organic products provide a nutritious--and...

Best bet for heart health. (Updates).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Taking fish oil may be the best nutritional step toward reducing your chance of heart disease. Fish oil contains special essential fatty oils known as omega-3 fatty acids--essential because the body cannot make them. Although flaxseed and...

Protein pointers. (Updates).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Based on anecdotal accounts of rapid weight loss, an increasing number of people are trying low-carbohydrate, high-protein (LCHP) diets. But researchers now report that these diets tax the kidneys and may weaken bones by reducing the body's...

Veggies for bone health. (Updates).
November 1, 2002... A diet high in vegetables and fruits may be your best protection against osteoporosis, concludes a July 2002 study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers in Boston have discovered new dietary choices that can help...

Water, water everywhere. (Updates).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Although conventionally grown oranges are typically twice as large as their organic counterparts, the organic ones contain 30 percent more vitamin C. While you might expect to reap better health benefits from the larger oranges, all you're...

Trans-lating fats. (updates).
November 1, 2002... If you eat pastries or fried foods, take note. A long-awaited report from the National Academy of Science's Institute of Medicine concludes that no amount of trans fatty acids is safe to consume--and these foods are loaded with them. ...

Fat for fewer strokes. (updates).
November 1, 2002... Fat found in specific, unprocessed and unheated vegetable oils protects against the risk of stroke, says a study that appeared in the August 2002 issue of Stroke, a journal of the American Heart Association. Linoleic acid--an essential...

In the genes. (updates).
November 1, 2002... Opponents of genetically engineered (GE) foods have long warned that bacteria living in the human intestinal tract might absorb genetic material--DNA--from gene-modified foods. Many GE crops have antibiotic-resistant genes inserted in them,...

Update on the soy debate. (updates).
November 1, 2002... Previous fears that soy-rich diets contribute to breast cancer have been eased. In fact, according to the new research, soy could actually reduce a woman's odds of developing the disease. It was once believed that consumption of tofu,...

Popular wisdom. (updates).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... Sixty-five percent of cancer patients who participated in a study on alternative cancer therapies reported that they routinely use a range of dietary supplements--the most common type of alternative therapy. In the study, which was...

Raw or cooked? (updates).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2002... If you want the greatest nutritional value from your corn, how should you eat it: raw, quickly steamed or thoroughly cooked? In fact, the answer might surprise you. In truth, cooking corn for a long time at a high temperature actually...

Pet lovers' must-read. (updates).(Food Pets Die For: Shocking Facts About Pet Food)(Book Review)
November 1, 2002... Better Nutrition columnist Ann Martin, who spawned a grassroots movement among pet owners focusing on the dangers present in many commercial pet foods, has published her third book. Sharing the same title as her 1997 book Food Pets Die For:...

Au naturel: the raw food revolution.(raw food diet)
November 1, 2002... The potluck lunch today at Portland, Oregon, caterer Stacie Cohen's house centers on her specialty "lasagna"--a colorful, layered concoction that's nothing like traditional lasagna. For dessert there's a luscious-looking "cherry cheesecake,"...

Beat the odds: uncovering the hidden signs of heart disease.
November 1, 2002... Tom, a 56-year-old private contractor in East Quogue, New York, woke up one Tuesday morning feeling out of sorts. He hadn't been feeling well for several days, but now he felt worse. On his way to work, Tom's chest pain began. He'd been to...

Matters of the heart: couples face new lives following heart attacks.
November 1, 2002... Consider the dark dream that arrives during deepest sleep. Something or someone is chasing you; you try to run, but you're unable to move. You try to call out for help, but the pending horror traps your voice in your chest. You're...

The mane thing: get healthy hair, naturally. (bodycare).
November 1, 2002... Understanding the anatomy of hair is important to understanding how to treat it. The outer portion--the cuticle--protects the inside, or cortex. If the cuticle is disturbed, hair can lose its shine. And cuticle damage can result in dull, dry,...

Cold comfort: healthy frozen organic meals. (food).
November 1, 2002... Cash-strapped college kids and busy families alike often dig into their freezers at mealtime. Frozen organic foods offer no-fuss nutrition--no ingredients to hunt down at the store, no complicated recipes to follow. And with the growing number...

Natural digestive relief: for holiday indulgence. (wellness).
November 1, 2002... We've all been there. The burning pain in the throat after that second helping of holiday turkey or pumpkin pie. A churning stomach loudly announcing its discomfort after the elevator doors 'close you in with a group of strangers. Digestive...

Heal thyself. (snapshots).
November 1, 2002... When you grow up poor, you learn to fix things yourself because it costs too much to hire someone else to do file work. Just ask 61-year-old Andy Smith. When Smith discovered that homes built by others cost more than he could afford, he...