Better Nutrition articles from October 2003

Better Nutrition archives from October 2003

Can you really "cheat" on a diet and still lose weight?
October 1, 2003... If you're one of the millions of Americans who are currently dieting or are unsuccessfully battling your weight, a unique ant newly available supplement shows promise in helping to make your weight loss goals much more successful mad easier to...

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 management, anti-aging and health improvement program ...(Book Review)
October 1, 2003... Only one simple and often over-looked 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...

Pumpkins.(Column)
October 1, 2003... You call tell a lot about people by h they carve--and otherwise treat--their Halloween pumpkins. First of all, the face they inscribe is a sort of Rorschach test of the carver's personality. Trustworthy people will pare in big round eyes,...

I really enjoy your magazine monthly bases.(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... I really enjoy your magazine on a monthly basis. I get it from Sunshine Market, my favorite health food store in Salida, Colorado. I loved your recent "Vexing Vaccinations" article (May 2003, p 66). Being a board member of our local animal...

I was wondering...(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... I was wondering if Better Nutrition was planning to run any information about the Dietary Supplement Safety Act of 2003-a senate bill that threatens consumer access to dietary supplements. Also, are you planning to run anything to encourage...

Dash of health.(Oregano for health.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Made from mountain-grown oregano that's handpicked in the Mediterranean, Oregulin's Blood Sugar Support helps to naturally balance sugar levels for optimal strength, energy and brain function. Available in capsule or liquid formula....

The B-list.(Vitamins.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Be beautiful and healthy, inside and out, with Jarrow Formulas' line of B-complex vitamins. These easy-to-swallow capsules boost immune and nervous system functions and promote healthy skin, hair, nails and eyes. 800.726.0886 [ILLUSTRATION...

Double duty.(Menopause treatment.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Tackle symptoms of menopause in two ways with Natrol's Complete Balance AM/PM: An AM pill alleviates hot flashes and elevates mood, while a PM pill reduces night sweats and encourages sleep with melatonin. And this supplement's added soy and...

Tri chai.(Chai tea.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... From the ancient courts of India comes chai tea, now transformed by Yogi Tea into three new blends: Black, Green and Rooibos. Each is made from an organic blend of cinnamon bark, gingerroot, cloves and cardamom seed. 800.YOGI.TEA

Healthy bacteria.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... To help regulate intestinal health, try, Sedona Labs' iFlora Complete Acidophilus Formula. iFlora may help promote healthy colon function and digestion, as well as dairy-product tolerance. And these vegetarian, kosher capsules require no...

Cohosh care.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Already popular in Europe and gaining ground in the United States, Sanhelios CimiWoman from BioForce offers relief from menopause symptoms. This black cohosh-based formula helps reduce some of the estrogenic side effects typical in hormone...

Pass the pasta.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Searching for gluten-free pasta? Check out Schnitzer's Glutenfree Organic Corn Ribbons and Spirals. Made from corn and potato starch, they satisfy your dietary needs while bringing the taste of traditional pasta to your table. 519.853.3899 ...

Mountain fresh.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Get earth-friendly with Mountain Green's hypoallergenic laundry detergent. This all-natural formula is tough on dirt--without using harsh chemicals. Better yet, Mountain Green's formulas are cruelty-free and biodegradable. 866.MTN.GREEN

Trans-action.
October 1, 2003... It's a hidden killer, and it's in your food. But it doesn't appear on product labels. On July 8, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finally announced a long-expected ruling that will require food manufacturers to list the deadly...

A tomato a day?(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Women with the highest intake of tomato-based foods, which are rich sources of the antioxidant lycopene, have a lower risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a report appearing in the July 2003 issue of The Journal of Nutrition. ...

Army reinforcements.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The US Defense Department may use naturally occurring nutrients to increase the health, stamina and alertness of soldiers. Tests are being conducted to find nutraceutical substances that will benefit troops. For instance, scientists are...

Paper or plastic--or basil?(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Scientists are using antimicrobial extracts from the herb basil to develop a plastic wrap for meats and cheeses that will better protect them from contamination. Basil's extracts extend foods' shelf life by killing off bacteria such as E....

Zinc link.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... A study published in the June 2, 2003 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute says that men who overdose on zinc supplements more than double their risk of prostate cancer. The increased risk was seen in those who took more...

Bad attitude.(People with negative attitudes suffer significantly higher rates of stress, depression and disease. )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Researchers have consistently suggested that people with negative attitudes suffer significantly higher rates of stress, depression and disease. Maybe we should all adopt a more positive outlook to improve our health. Commenting on the...

Hot news flash.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital recently discovered a gene in mice that seems to cause them to undergo early menopause--a condition similar to one that afflicts some 250,000 women in the United...

Organic pesticides?(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Myth: Organic foods contain very little, if any, pesticide residues. Truth: All plants--including organically grown ones--contain natural pesticides, which are chemicals that plants use to try to kill off insects that try to munch on them....

Death-defying diet.(The Mediterranean diet.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Here's yet another reason to give the so-called Mediterranean diet a try: According to a study published in the July 26, 2003 edition of The New England Journal of Medicine, adhering to the diet lowers an individual's risk of premature death...

Energy dependence.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Myth: Some nutrition bars, drinks and other "energy" foods contain special nutrients that ward off fatigue. Truth: Energy comes from burning calories, and so-called energy foods are simply foods that contain extra calories. If you're...

Junk food junkies.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Could fatty or sugar-laced foods be addictive? A new study says yes. Scientists at Rockefeller University in New York have found that the consumption of fast food can trigger chemical reactions in the brain, which can lead to overeating....

Unlimited growth?(Herbal supplements do not enhance breast development. )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Myth: Herbal supplements can enhance breast development. Truth: Sorry folks, but they're a total bust. Recently, researchers at the Georgetown University School of Medicine scoured three major research databases in an attempt to find...

How the cookie crumbles.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Fearing that they could become the targets of the next series of nationwide class action lawsuits similar to those that have shaken Big Tobacco, various mainstream Big Food companies are scrambling to make their products more "nutritious." ...

10,000 chickens.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Imagine a flock of 10,000 chickens laying eggs that cure or prevent AIDS, Alzheimer's disease, attention deficit disorder, autism, cancer, candidiasis, Chlamydia, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis. They'd be the...

Antibiotics and alcohol.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Myth: You should never drink alcohol when you're taking antibiotics. Truth: Do you even remember the first time you heard this one? Chances are you don't. This is a deep-rooted and often-perpetuated myth. But the fact is, there's no good...

Go veg.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Researchers at the University of Toronto recently found that a vegetarian diet may be as effective as statin drugs at lowering cholesterol. While the study followed only 46 adults for a period of 4 weeks, the results were promising....

Do you have the guts.... to be healthy?
October 1, 2003... If you'd like to answer "yes", but have lingering doubts about the benefits of consuming bacteria for optimal health, you're not alone. Many of us have been taught to fear bacteria. With persistent messages rumbling in our heads and a vast...

From tragedy to triump: one man's journey back to health ...
October 1, 2003... Our Body's Intricate Connection To Soil In the not so distant past, people used to ingest beneficial soil and plant based microbes through the food they ate, food once grown in rich, unpolluted soil. During the last 50 years however, our...

Nell Newman's own: actors' daughter plays lead role in organics.(Interview)
October 1, 2003... Browsing the sea-scented booths at the Santa Cruz, California, Farmers' Market, her cerulean gaze gives it away, even before her signature business greeting: "Hi, I'm Nell Newman, Paul Newman's daughter." Talk about genetics: There is her...

Slow food: take time to savor the flavor.
October 1, 2003... As the Slow Food story goes, back in 1986 its founder Carlo Petrini, an activist in Bra, Italy, greatly resented the proposed construction of a McDonald's restaurant in his favorite piazza in Rome. To Petrini, such a fast food invasion of a...

Up close & personal: "organic" shampoo defined.
October 1, 2003... Stroll through the personal care section of any small natural foods retail store or even a nationally known super-market, and you'll see the word "organic" everywhere. Here, bottles of a shampoo that you've used for years suddenly bear stickers...

Getting tough" proposed law will benefit supplement users.
October 1, 2003... Last summer, Senator Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) and Senator Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) introduced legislation to increase funding in an effort to enable the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to completely implement the Dietary Supplement Health and...

Researching pet food: mainstream companies perpetrate cruelty.
October 1, 2003... Over tire 13 years I've been investigating the commercial pet food industry, I thought I'd seen everything: the questionable feeding trials, the supposed analytical testing of particular brands and the rendered materials companies can legally...

Out of this world: conjure up sensual delights with these potions and pleasures.
October 1, 2003... October brings about a change in seasons that can awaken our cravings for comfort foods, candlelight and earthy, exotic scents. With children back in school and the first chill in the air, why not indulge yourself? To heighten your senses and...

Letter to Kat.(Column)
October 1, 2003... Dear Kat James, What a treat to find your column in Better Nutrition! I am about to graduate from a 600-hour skin care program at a California community college. The curriculum is pretty conventional, but I did manage to bring in a Dr....

Autumnal delights: quick-and-easy fall fare.
October 1, 2003... Baked Orzo with Zucchini SERVES 6 30 MINUTES OR LESS This simple dish comes together in minutes and calls for a light soup or tossed green salad and hot Italian bread with olive oil for dunking. 2 cups dried tri-colored or...

Fabulous fruit: keep the health goblins at bay.
October 1, 2003... Wrapped in luscious hues of reds, blues, oranges and sometimes hints of green, fruits are nature's sweets. But unlike the chocolate bars and lollipops that are commonly dished out for Halloween, fruits are more likely to nourish your body than...

Soy Sistas.
October 1, 2003... In 1997, Robin Del Rio set out in search of a simple commercial kitchen where she could produce organic salsa. Instead, she came home the proud new owner of her very own factory, the Ashland Soy Works in Ashland, Oregon. "It was a gift in...