Better Nutrition articles from October 2002

Better Nutrition archives from October 2002

Reduce body fat, increase energy, improve skin appearance ... and more; new breakthrough growth hormone supplement finally available to the public! (Paid Advertisement).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... After more than 20,000 studies over the past 60 years, science has demonstrated that Growth Hormone (commonly referred to as GH or HGH) may help users lose fat, build lean muscle, sleep better, improve sexual performance and pleasure, increase...

Kool kat. (notes).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Because October is the most beautiful month, it's appropriate that Kat James wrote our two-part cover article. It hardly gives depth to James' personal story to say she's a holistic beauty and health advocate who's been featured in the New York...

Sharing.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... I rushed out on July l to snatch up the new copy of Better Nutrition, and what a disappointment. I mean, I love this magazine. Tucked amid the glossy photos and even glossier ads, there are some very interesting articles. My favorite is...

Two by two. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Two by two to keep your children happy and healthy, give them a nutritional boost with Nature's Plus Animal Parade chewable vitamins. Available in Grape, Cherry, Orange and Watermelon flavors, each animal-shaped tablet contains a healthful...

Multi-faceted. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Multi-faceted Looking for a multivitamin that covers all the bases? Check out Natrol's My Favorite Multiple. I ines vitamins A, C, D and E with iron, calcium, folic acid, zinc and lines, as well as carotenoids, antioxidants and other...

Zone defense. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Zone defence Win the battle of good vs. bad bacteria with Garden of Life's Primal Defense. This whole-food probiotic blend contains 14 strains of non-dairy, plant-b organisms, as well as naturally occurring live enzymes, vitamin and...

Meatless mania. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Meatless mania Fresh from Europe comes Quorn, a soy-free meat substitute that's making its way across the United States. Developed from an edible fungus found in Great Britain, Quorn is perfect for people with soy allergies or those simply...

Mind/body experience. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Mina/body experience Treat your mind and body to a healthy experience with Diamond Herpanacine Skin Support System and Diamond Mind nutritional supplements. Diamond Herpanacine cleanses skin and draws out toxins to help prevent viral and...

Top of the morning. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Top of the morning If you're looking for a healthy way to start the day, try US Mills' New Morning Frosted Corn Flakes. Made from all-natural ingredients, including organic corn, organic evaporated cane juice and organic barley malt, the cereal...

Drink up. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Drink up Country Pure Foods introduces Soy Juicy, an all-new line that combines fresh fruit juices with the health benefits of soy. Available in Peach Dream, Berry Breeze and Sunburst Flavors, Soy Juicy contains 7 grams of soy protein per...

Cats meow. (choices).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Cat's meow Here's a nutritious dish for your favorite furry feline friend: Halo's new Spot's Stew Chicken & Clams for Cats. Made with all-natural, human-grade chicken, fresh vegetables and clams, Spot's Stew contains no chemicals or...

Incredible shrinking nutrition. (updates).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... The nutritional value of fruits and vegetables sold in Canadian grocery stores has plummeted significantly over the past 50 years, a new study shows. And since produce is shipped both ways across the US-Canada border, there is little reason to...

Bad for the bones. (Updates).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Some painkilling drugs may delay or even prevent the healing of bone fractures, researchers note. The concern relates to the new generation of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Celebrex (celecoxib) and Vioxx (rofecoxib)....

Smart vitamins. (updates).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Vitamin E from foods and supplements may help slow decline in mental functioning among older people, according to the results of a study conducted on the elderly. The researchers theorize that vitamin E counteracts the damage done to brain...

"Organics" rule. (updates).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... This month, you'll begin to see new product packaging promoting four different classifications of organic products. 100 percent organic means that organic ingredients and systems were used in every step of the production process. ...

A grand berry. (updates).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Natural health practitioners have long believed in the health benefits of cranberry juice, but until now, the evidence has been slim. A study published in the June 19, 2002 edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association, however,...

Little d in dairy. (updates).(health notes)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Many young American adults don't get enough vitamin D, particularly during the winter months. And according to new research, milk is not useful in increasing those levels--but dietary supplements are. Adults aged 18 to 29 years have an...

Obese at risk. (updates).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... According to a June 2002 survey of more than 1,200 adults, most Americans understand their chances of getting heart disease and diabetes increase when they are overweight, but many don't know the risk of cancer increases as well. Twenty-five...

The makeup-less makeover: Kat James shares her story of total transformation. (Cover Story).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... I was lying alone in bed after my usual bulimic binge--this time it was each flavor of Rosa's fudge from the deli across the street from my New York City apartment. When I couldn't eat any more, my heart started pounding. I was scared, but I...

Pure decadence: becoming connoisseurs of our own inner beauty.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... People often ask me what I did to transform my life. I didn't start a diet. I didn't sign up for a fitness plan. I had no beauty or weight-loss goals. In fact, my transformation didn't begin or end with weight loss. Weight loss was merely a...

Safe and sound: avoid the risks of HRT with these natural alternatives.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Susan Albers of Boulder, Colorado, is in a quandary. For years, she depended on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to relieve perimenopausal symptoms of hot flashes, night sweats, sleeplessness and mood swings. But last July, the National...

Word from Washington: the NNFA safeguards the rights of natural products consumers and retailers.(National Nutritional Foods Association)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... "one man by himself can't get very far, can he?" This question was asked by the lead character in the classic film Mr. Smith Goes to Washington as he travels to our nation's capital for the first time as a newly appointed--still very...

Something to smile about natural dental care. (bodycare).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... A mouthful of white teeth is more than merely cosmetic: Those 32 little bones are responsible for the primary steps in digestion, and the US Department of Health and Human Services says their health is linked to diabetes, heart disease,...

Harvest of taste: autumn recipes featuring fruits and vegetables fresh from the harvest. (food).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Autumn is a feast for the senses--cool, crisp breezes hinting of winter, the aroma of wood smoke, vibrant foliage on the trees that later ends up in inviting, jump-into piles. The tastes of autumn are just as colorful, as healthy, seasonal...

This bud's for you: garlic, the king of herbs? (wellness).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... It's useful to know about the nature of herbs in order to use them to their full potential--and that's especially true in the case of garlic (Allium sativum). Despite some of its potential drawbacks, garlic is useful in treating a variety...

Detox ABCs. (basics).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... As harmful toxins from herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, heavy metals, solvents and industrial waste are released into the atmosphere, they eventually build up in our bodies. Once inhaled, they increase our risk of developing numerous forms...

Fresh perspective. (snapshots).(keeping up with Mark Mulcahy)(Interview)
October 1, 2002... Organic produce consultant Mark Mulcahy is the first to admit he can be a little eccentric. Mulcahy, 46, a native of the San Francisco Bay area, approaches his role as organic consultant in an off-beat way--sometimes incorporating humor,...

Fighting the effects of aging: diet, exercise and supplements keep cells fit. (Healthy Lifestyles).
October 1, 2002... With a history of heart disease on her father's side of the family, Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, has a vested interest in staying healthy as she grows older. The chance that she might develop medical problems in the future prompted her to study...