Better Nutrition articles from September 2002

Better Nutrition archives from September 2002

At last. (notes).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... It was news of sorts when, last June, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) finally acknowledged that taking a multivitamin every day is an inexpensive and effective way to help guard your health. BN, of course, has been...

Sharing.(Brief Article)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2002... As a health writer, I congratulate Better Nutrition, and especially writer Michael Downey, on a brief but excellent summary of the issues surrounding the health aspects of America's public drinking water ("Trouble on Tap," June 2002, p. 32)....

Oil-in-one. (choices).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2002... We've all heard about the health benefits of essential fatty acids (EFAs), so if you're looking for an EFA supplement with a little something extra, check out Renew Life's OilSmart. The product contains flaxseed, borage and fish oils--primary...

Happy face. (choices).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2002... Earth Sciences introduces a new, four-step Acne Care System designed to give results in as little as 14 days. Cranberry Cleanser gently cleans over-active skin; the herbal moisturizers in T-Tree Toner provide oil-free moisture and blemish...

Gender bread. (choices).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Forget the his-and-hers towels. Now there's his-and-hers bread. French Meadow Bakery's Men's Bread features a 40/30/30 carbohydrate/protein/fat balance--ideal for building lean muscle mass--and it's fortified with omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9...

Stress relief. (choices).
September 1, 2002... If you suffer from general stress and anxiety, check out Symbiotics' latest product, New Life TryptoZen. Based on the milk protein tryptic peptide, lactose-free TryptoZen has been shown to reduce stress, relieve anxiety, lower cortisol levels...

Fabulous fiber. (choices).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2002... Enzymatic Therapy's new Fiber Delights chewable tablets promote regularity and taste great too. Available in both Chocolate and Vanilla flavors, Fiber Delights contain a blend of oat bran fiber and enriched inulin fiber with...

South of the border. (choices).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2002... Looking for a fiery meat substitute to add some zest to your favorite Mexican recipes? Try Yves Veggie Cuisine's new Veggie Ground Round Mexican. Perfect for nachos, tacos, chili and other dishes that call for ground beef, this spicy, low-fat,...

Nail it. (choices).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2002... Grow long, healthy, luxurious nails the natural way with Aurora's new Vivinal dual nail-care system. Vivinal Topical is a highly potent derivative of myrrh, a natural nail-building substance. And Vivinal Tablets contain vitamin C, biotin,...

Carb crash. (choices).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2002... Being on a low-carb diet doesn't mean you have to give up the sweets, thanks to Atkins' newest additions to its Endulge line of low-carb candy bars. Both Atkins' Peanut Butter Cups and Caramel Nut Chews offer real chocolate candy taste without...

Supplements work. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Regular use of multivitamins and other key supplements promotes good health and helps prevent disease. While that's not news to people who have sworn by supplements for years, a report released in June 2002 by the Council for Responsible...

Vitamin E slows prostate cancer. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Researchers at the University of Rochester School of Medicine in New York have found that vitamin E slows prostate cancer growth in two ways. First, it stops one protein from attaching itself to the male hormone androgen. It also stops...

Here's to your health. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Women may be able to ward off diabetes by having several alcoholic drinks each day. Researchers found that women on a controlled diet who were given specially prepared alcoholic drinks had better control of their insulin levels than women...

More recalls than Detroit. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... A Harvard University study concludes that one in five new prescription drugs may ultimately be recalled or will produce harmful side effects. Researchers in Cambridge, Massachusetts evaluated 548 drugs that were initially marketed between...

Radiation review. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Amid concerns for safety in light of continued terrorist threats, the watchdogs at Consumerlab.com in June released a review of potassium iodide/potassium iodate. In the event of a nuclear explosion, these supplements are supposed to...

A: cancer fighter. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... A small study hints that a form of vitamin A may help prevent lung cancer in former smokers. In a study presented at the 38th annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology on May 21, 2002 in Orlando, Florida, researchers reported...

Wrath of grapes. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Ingesting large amounts of grapes or raisins may cause kidney failure in dogs, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Poison Control Center in Urbana, Illinois. Earlier this year, the center announced...

Fountain of youth. (updates).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Scientists in Iceland claim they have located a gene responsible for healthy old age. Biotechnologists at deCODE Genetics in Reykjavik, Iceland, announced in June that they had isolated the "Methuselah gene," which they believe could lead...

Raising the supplements question: do dietary supplements deliver as promised, or should the buyer beware?
September 1, 2002... In the lush farmland of the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, workers at Oregon's Wild Harvest tend to 70 different types of herbal plants. After they're picked, the organically grown herbs are sent to the company's quality assurance lab...

Zach's story: a determined young man overcomes obesity.
September 1, 2002... At 11 years old, Zach Garcia weighed 115 pounds, and he wasn't happy. His pants were tight around the waist, his energy was low and his sleep was restless. "I just kept getting fatter and fatter," he says. For this fifth-grader from...

Sunny days: bringing light into the lives of Alzheimer's patients.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Sunny Manning has hundreds of stories about her late father Jack, who, among other pursuits, once owned a gas station in Granger, Iowa. One day a "fancy lady" in a black Cadillac asked him why the town had two water tanks. "One's for the cold...

Oh baby! Keeping young skin clean and healthy. (bodycare).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Taking care of your baby's sensitive skin is more than child's play. A baby's skin is more fragile and holds less moisture than an adult's, plus it produces less melanin, the substance that helps prevent sunburn. It's also more susceptible...

Everything's kosher: fitting food for a fit lifestyle. (food).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... David Lewin is an extra-careful label reader. Not only does he want to provide a healthy lifestyle for his family, he also seeks out products that meet the requirements of Jewish dietary law: kosher health food. What makes a food or...

Healthy lunchbox: get an A in back-to-school nutrition. (wellness).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Feeding picky, pint-sized diners isn't the easiest task. But no matter how finicky your kids may be, you can send them off to school with simple lunches that pack a healthier punch than typical cafeteria fare. First, make sure your...

Protein ABCs. (basics).(nutritionists comment)(Brief Article)(Panel Discussion)
September 1, 2002... From energy drinks and powders to power bars and cereals, more products than ever are packed with extra protein. But just what does protein do for us anyway? Three experts in the field--Ann Yehnokas McDermott, PhD, of the Jean Mayer US...

Growing up veg. (snapshots).(vegetarian)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Although Lucie and Caty Sargent have never tasted fried chicken, tuna salad or roast turkey, they have probably eaten a more diverse diet than most kids their age. The sisters were raised vegetarian by their mother Susan Belsinger, an...