Better Nutrition back issues from June 2007:
live better longer
Jun 01, 2007; ... At 77.9 years, our average life expectancy has hit an all-time high, according to new figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While medical advancements, safer working conditions, earlier detection of illness and other factors have significantly contributed to the ...
sweet news for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Sufferers
Jun 01, 2007; ... People suffering from fibromyalgia and/or chronic fatigue syndrome, both of which can be difficult to treat, may find relief in a naturally occurring sugar, according to a new study in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The study tested D-ribose, a nutritional supplement and ...
HAND OVER THE ARNICA FOR ARTHRITIS
Jun 01, 2007; ... Homeopathic arnica gel is best known for easing pain and inflammation from sprains and strains, but a new study shows this potent remedy can also help treat hand osteoarthritis. Researchers, who published their findings in Rheumatology International, tested both ...
FOOD for BEAUTIFUL SKIN
Jun 01, 2007; ... ACCORDING to a recent survey by the AC Nieison Group, one in three people polled in 46 countries spend more money on skin-care products than any other beauty item. And while today's innovative peels, scrubs and serums promise a smoother, brighter complexion, what you put inside your body ...
Natural Killer Cells Slay Fatigue
Jun 01, 2007; ... Up to 20% of adults report fatigue so severe that it impairs work and home life. Recent research that looks at the interaction of the body's immune, endocrine and nervous systems, as well as the role of specialized white blood cells called Natural Killer cells, offers new hope. Natural ...
STOP recurrent bladder infections with CRANBERRY
Jun 01, 2007; ... Historically, CRANBERRIES have been used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs), but results of a new study indicate that long-term use of cranberry extract may keep UTIs at bay-for good. UTIs, which can cause a burning sensation with urination, frequent urination and a sense of urgency when ...
CAN YOU "C" A DIFFERENCE?
Jun 01, 2007; ... PRODUCT RESEARCH UPDATE Ester-C, a proprietary nonacidic form of vitamin C, is often promoted as an ideal form of vitamin C for people with sensitive digestive systems-but does it work? While some experts maintain there is little to no difference between Ester-C and regular ascorbic ...
AVOID trans fats, INCREASE fertility
Jun 01, 2007; ... Trans fats, listed on processed food packages as partially hydrogenated vegetable oils, have previously been linked to increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. Now, research shows that trans fats may also reduce fertility. Published earlier this year in the American Journal of Clinical ...
1 SUPPLEMENTS: ready, set, shop
Jun 01, 2007; ... Check out our favorite new supplement, along with ones that support healthy joints and bones It's a mystery how HerbaSway created its antioxidant-rich CRÈME DE CHOCOLAT concentrate without adding calories or caffeine. But we don't need to know the secret-we're having too much fun ...
Q&A: SUPPLEMENT SLEUTH
Jun 01, 2007; ... Q: How do spray supplements work and ^ are they effective? A: Demand for liquid nutrition, sprays in particular, is on the rise. Supplement sprays are formulated with powders or powder extracts dissolved in a carrier liquid, usually water, to instantly deliver vitamins, minerals, ...
2 PERSONAL CARE: ready, set, shop
Jun 01, 2007; ... Chew on this: a new (gummy!) acne treatment and safer, cleaner produce While soaking the day away in Aura Cacia's fragrant TRANQUILITY BUBBLE BATH, learn about your favorite essential oils with the company's AROMATHERAPY DECK, 3 beautiful set of 54 flash cards offering scent profiles and ...
sip your way slim
Jun 01, 2007; ... WEIGHT-LOSS MIXES HAVE COME A LONG WAY SINCE THE DAYS OF LUMPY, CHALK-LIKE POWDERS. BEST OF ALL, STAYING SATISFIED BETWEEN MEALS HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER. TRY THESE LOW-CALORIE PROTEIN DRINKS ON FOR SIZE The Full Factor It's hard to beat the convenience and nutritional profile of ...
carnitine fuel for high-energy living
Jun 01, 2007; ... CAN THIS LITTLE-KNOWN NUTRIENT PROTECT YOUR HEART, BOOST STAMINA AND MELT FAT? NEW RESEARCH SAYS CARNITINE DOES ALL THAT-AND MORE What do College students, fitness enthusiasts and people who worry about getting older have in common? They-and many others-can benefit from L-carnitine, a ...
marvel at milk thistle's many uses
Jun 01, 2007; ... THIS ANCIENT MEDICINE HAS A RANGE OF MODERN USES. TREATING LIVER DISEASE, RESOLVING SKIN CONDITIONS AND ALLEVIATING PMS SYMPTOMS ARE JUST A FEW Milk thistle, particularly its seeds, has been used medicinally for more than 2,000 years. Ancient writings recommend milk thistle for liver and ...
get a leg up on varicose veins
Jun 01, 2007; ... DON'T HIDE YOUR LEGS BECAUSE OF VARICOSE VEINS-TRY A THREE-PRONGED HERBAL APPROACH TO TONE, TIGHTEN AND REDUCE SWELLING Summer's skimpy shorts and flirty skirts can leave anyone with varicose veins longing for the cold days of winter, when showing skin is not so in. But relax-ihere is an ...
drink up and lather on goat's milk
Jun 01, 2007; ... LEARN HOW A PRODUCT WIDELY CONSUMED IN ANCIENT GREECE AND ROME IS HELPING TODAY'S LACTOSE INTOLERANT AND HEALTH CONSCIOUS ALIKE "GET MILK" Legend has it that Cleopatra bathed in it to keep her skin silky smooth. Pharaohs had goat's milk and cheese placed in their burial chambers for the ...
5 common skin-care problems, solved!
Jun 01, 2007; ... NOTHING BOOSTS SELF-ESTEEM LIKE A CLEAR COMPLEXION. ADDRESS YOUR SKIN CONCERNS NATURALLY-AND GET GLOWING SKIN-WITH THE FOLLOWING GUIDE Your Skin has the ability to heal, renew and protect itself with the proper care. The causes of skin imperfections include hormonal changes, reduction in ...
MEN'S HEALTH HANDBOOK: ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS
Jun 01, 2007; ... WE ASKED TOP MALE DOCS SPECIALIZING IN HEART HEALTH. SEXUAL WELLNESS, PROSTATE PROTECTION AND SLEEP APNEA FOR THEIR BEST NATURAL HEALING TIPS-HERE' WHAT THEY HAD TO SAY STEPHEN SINATRA, MD, is a cardiologist who has specialized in preventive medicine for more than 20 years. He is the ...
sorting out salt
Jun 01, 2007; ... CONFUSED BY ALL THE NEW CHOICES ON THE SALT SHELF, OR AFRAID TO EVEN GO NEAR THE STUFF BECAUSE OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? HERE'S HELP Not long ago, water came from a faucet, there were a few kinds of cheese and bread was white. Today all that has changed. Now salt is the latest staple food ...
summer's bounty
Jun 01, 2007; ... CORN, ASPARAGUS AND PEACHES ARE AMONG THE FARMERS' MARKET-FRESH PRODUCE YOU'LL WANT TO PICK UP RIGHT NOW. TRY THEM FOR A HEALTHFUL DINNER With the return of the summer sun comes jam-packed produce aisles and farmers' markets, where warm-weather treasures are waiting to brighten your ...
liquid gold
Jun 01, 2007; ... GREAT NEWS, OLIVE OIL FANS-NEW RESEARCH AND SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS PROVIDE EVEN MORE REASONS TO POUR IT ON When it comes to olive oil, flavor and healthful antioxidants go hand in hand, and there are plenty of ways to benefit from this age-old culinar 1. LOOK FOR LOW ...
SHOPPING cart
Jun 01, 2007; ... PROMOTION SIX DISTINCT FRAGRANCES FROM AUBREY ORGANICS Introducing a new collection of irresistible natural fragrances to suit every woman's style-from exotic and sophisticated to energetic and youthful; from everyday luxury to special-occasion chic. Each fragrance is made with a ...
l-theanine the calm in your cup of tea
Jun 01, 2007; ... ABUNDANT IN TEA (ESPECIALLY GREEN VARIETIES), L-THEANINE OFFERS HEALTH BENEFITS BEYOND RELAXATION-AND IT'S NOW AVAILABLE IN SUPPLEMENTS The well-known calming effect of green and black tea derives from theanine, an organic compound and amino acid. Theanine is found almost exclusively in ...
asian slimming secrets
Jun 01, 2007; ... Chinese medicine expert Letha Hadady, DAc, has spent years traveling throughout Asia and studying the region's unique approach to wellness. Her newest book, Feed Your Tiger, has an intriguing title-and a unique solution for America's obesity epidemic. Read on to learn more about this ...
help me get healthy!
Jun 01, 2007; ... DEB COLEMAN, A READER FROM NEW MEXICO, WANTS BETTER SKIN, LESS PAIN AND MORE CONTROL OVER HER EATING-DR. DEB HAS SOME ALL-NATURAL ADVICE Many of us can relate to Deb Coleman's health issues [see box, at left, for details]. The good news is that with dietary diligence and a few ...
buzz off!
Jun 01, 2007; ... WITH ALL-NATURAL BUG REPELLENTS AND A FEW SIMPLE PRECAUTIONS, YOU CAN ENJOY THE OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER-AND SAVE YOUR SKIN FROM THE SEASON'S STING An afternoon spent outdoors can be one of the most satisfying ways to enjoy a beautiful summer day, but the risk of West Nile virus, Lyme ...
WHAT EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW ABOUT heart disease
Jun 01, 2007; ... DID YOU KNOW CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE PRESENTS DIFFERENTLY IN WOMEN THAN IN MEN? FIND OUT WHAT YOU CAN DO TO PROTECT AGAINST THIS NO. 1 KILLER Picture this: A woman and her husband are preparing dinner. She starts to feel short of breath, light-headed and sick to her stomach, and her back ...
3 FOOD: ready, set, shop
Jun 01, 2007; ... Fast but healthful on-the-go food and drinks that will help you sleep well at night and recharge for the busy day ahead Sensitive to gluten or wheat? Spice up your lunch with Glutino's GLUTEN-FREE FROZEN ENTREES, the first line of frozen meals to exclude gluten and wheat. The ...
what's eating you?
Jun 01, 2007; ... IF YOU FIND YOURSELF CONTINUALLY USING FOOD TO DEAL WITH YOUR EMOTIONS, THERE ARE WAYS TO CHANGE You've had a grueling day: bad news at work, a parking ticket, a nasty letter from your credit card company and a tension-filled evening with your mate. Now, it's 9 p.m. and it's just you, ...