Better Nutrition back issues from March 2007:
are you supplement savvy?
Mar 01, 2007; ... Conflicting reports about nutritional supplements continually surface in papers, TV news shows and on the Internet. How do you know what to believe and what to take with a grain of salt? It's a question many in the natural products industry grapple with on a regular basis. Take, for ...
your morning pick-me-up may EASE sore muscles
Mar 01, 2007; ... Two cups of coffee might decrease muscle pain from challenging workouts reveals preliminary research in the Journal of Pain. Researchers at the University of Georgia, Athens, conducted a small study to test the effects of caffeine on delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), or pain following ...
indulge in chocolate, lower your cholesterol?
Mar 01, 2007; ... People with high cholesterol may benefit from eating chocolate bars, says a new study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association. The study included 67 of the 100 million Americans who have cholesterol levels above 200mg/dl, which is considered to be healthy. Participants either ate two ...
Now Hear This About folic acid
Mar 01, 2007; ... A new Dutch study from Archives of Internal Medicine suggests that men and women who take folic acid supplements may prevent age-related hearing loss. The study followed 728 participants between ages 50 and 70 who were given either 800mcg of folic acid supplements or a ...
GET NEW BENEFITS FROM AN OLD DIET
Mar 01, 2007; ... ELEVEN POUNDS DAILY of raw fruits and vegetables, honey and hazelnuts, washed down with water, might not be what you'd consider the next best diet, but the benefits of eating like our ancestors-in this case, apes-are pretty clear. A recent study in England followed participants who lived in a ...
Quiet Colic with PROBIOTICS
Mar 01, 2007; ... You may be able to calm your crying baby with a daily dose of a probiotic, according to new research. Researchers at the University of Turin in italy, gave 83 infants with colic either a dose of the probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri or simethicone, an over-the-counter drug often used to treat ...
MASSAGE AWAY OSTEOARTHRITIS PAIN
Mar 01, 2007; ... If you suffer from osteoarthritis and related joint pain, stiffness or even a physical disability, you'll be happy to hear that results of a new study: People who underwent massage therapy felt relief from their symptoms for up to two months. The study, in Archives of Internal Medicine, followed ...
SUPPLEMENT SLEUTH
Mar 01, 2007; ... Q: I take a variety of dietary supplements, What is the best way to store them? A: The most valuable and important step, which actually begins before you get your supplements home, is to check the expiration date. Most supplements start with at least a two-year shelf life. Some have ...
lycopene: the tomato's secret weapon
Mar 01, 2007; ... SUPPLEMENTS OE THIS SUPREME ANTIOXIDANT MAY OFFER A STRONG DEFENSE AGAINST PROSTATE CANCER, HEART DISEASE AND EVEN WRINKLES Lycopene is the red amioxidant thai gives tomatoes their color. It's part of a large family of antioxidants and plant pigments known as carotenoids. Although in ...
10 ways to recharge your brain
Mar 01, 2007; ... SMARTEN UP WITH NATURAL OPTIONS FOR PRESERVING BRAIN FUNCTION AND FIGHTING FUZZY THINKING Some scientists say we start losing our memory and other cognitive abilities in our 20s, although we don't typically notice it until decades later. But whether you're 30 or 80, regular exercise, a ...
evening primrose the path to PMS relief
Mar 01, 2007; ... THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN EVENING PRIMROSE OIL, GLA, IS NOT READILY AVAILABLE THROUGH FOOD. BUT SUPPLEMENTS ARE A PROMISING OPTION FOR PMS-AND A HOST OF OTHER CONDITIONS Ever seen that bumper sticker, "Back off: Driver has PMS"? Yeah, the driver-and a lot of other ...
main squeezes: antioxidant juices
Mar 01, 2007; ... FROM POMEGRANATE TO GOJI, EXOTIC FRUIT JUICES ARE MORE THAN SWEET CONCOCTIONS. DISCOVER THEIR BROAD HEALTH USES Once reserved for adventurous travelers who braved journeys Io inhospitable lands, exotic fruits are now easy to find as juices, neatly bottled on store shelves. While each one ...
manage overactive bladder naturally
Mar 01, 2007; ... IS YOUR BLADDER CONTROLLING YOUR LIFE? YOU NO LONGER HAVE TO SIMPLY "LEARN TO LIVE WITH IT." LIFESTYLE CHANGES, DIET ADJUSTMENTS AND THE ADDITION OF ONE VERY PROMISING SUPPLEMENT MAY BE THE ANSWER YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR It is estimated that 33 million Americans suffer from overactive ...
UROLOGIC: THE NATURAL CURE FOR OAB?
Mar 01, 2007; ... Sally was 71 years old with a history of bladder weakness that started after the birth of her second child. She managed to live with the condition by using bladder support pads, especially when traveling or visiting unfamiliar locations. Over the past few years, though, her bladder strength had ...
toxic-free tresses
Mar 01, 2007; ... AMID THE GREAT-SMELLING ESSENTIAL OILS AND MOISTURIZING NUTRIENTS, WHAT'S REALLY LURKING IN YOUR SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER BOTTLES-AND COULD IT BE DETRIMENTAL TO YOUR HEALTH? What gives your shampoo and conditioner that luxurious lather may be harming your hair-and your health. Two foaming ...
cook and beautify with coconut oil
Mar 01, 2007; ... THE HEALING BENEFITS OF THIS ONCE-SCORNED FAT MIGHT SURPRISE YOU Coconuts and coconut oil have been a source of food and medicine throughout the world for centuries. Research has shown that they may reduce heart disease risk, fight viruses and bacteria, and promote strong bones and ...
spring-green your home
Mar 01, 2007; ... IS YOUR HOME TOXIC FROM CHEMICALS USED IN EVERYDAY CLEANING PRODUCTS? DISCOVER THE WORST CULPRITS AND FIND SAFER SOLUTIONS Home. Just hearing the word conjures up feelings of comfort and safety. To keep our homes spotless, we spend millions each year on household cleaning products. And ...
SPRING INTO DETOX: 3 Shortcuts from Expert Kat James
Mar 01, 2007; ... DETOX DOESN'T HAVE TO BE A DIFFICULT OR PUNISHING EXPERIENCE. LIGHTEN YOUR BODY'S TOXIC LOAD WITH A FEW GENTLE CHANGES THAT PROMISE INNER AND OUTER RADIANCE Our Short piece on Kat James ("TheTruth About Kat lames," February, p. 68)-passionate natural health expert and well-known author ...
RESTORE YOUR DIGESTIVE HEALTH
Mar 01, 2007; ... DISCOVER DRUG ALTERNATIVES FOR ACID REFLUX, HEARTBURN AND OTHER DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS UNDERMINING YOUR HEALTH If antacids or acid reflux medications claim a regular spot on your shopping list, or if gas and bloating after meals are a constant bother, your digestive system is crying for ...
your wheat- and gluten-free resource guide
Mar 01, 2007; ... Craving a piece of pie or slice of pizza? How about a bowl of spaghetti or a club sandwich? There's good news if you are sensitive to wheat, have celiac disease or simply want to cut back on gluten: You can now have your cake and eat it, too Shopping and cooking for a gluten-free diet ...
broccoli rabe a tart treasure
Mar 01, 2007; ... LET YOURSELF BE SEDUCED BY THIS ITALIAN GREEN'S BITTERSWEET FLAVORS AND MALLEABLE MENU OPTIONS Broccoli rabe, a.k.a. broccoli raah, rapini, and broccoletti di rape, just may be suffering from an identity crisis. Not only is this bitter green vegetable known by several different names, ...
tea: a cup full of health and happiness
Mar 01, 2007; ... LOOKING FOR A NEW CUP OF TEA? IT'S NO LONGER A SIMPLE CHOICE BETWEEN BAGGED OR LOOSE-THE LATEST READY-TO-DRINK BOTTLED BREWS AND PRE-MADE MIXES CAN LEAVE YOU STEEPED IN CHOICES Tea drinking is not the same old bag it used to be. With ready-to-drink teas the fastest-growing beverage ...
eat without heat
Mar 01, 2007; ... CURIOUS ABOUT THE RAW FOOD CRAZE? FANS SAY EATING MORE FRESH FARE IMPROVES DIGESTION AND BOOSTS ENERGY. BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO GO COMPLETELY RAW-TRY ANY OR ALL OF THESE STEPS ON FOR SIZE Turn Off your stove and step away from that greasy pile of lasagna pans. Raw foods, the coolest ...
ageless beauty inside and out
Mar 01, 2007; ... Austrian-born Benita von Klingspor is a certified nutritional consultant and author of several books, including Rejuvenate! At age 78 (no, that's not a misprint), von Klingspor is a shining example of good nutrition and the power of alternative medicine. With the exception of a slight ...