Better Nutrition back issues from October 2007:
Dealing with Breast Cancer naturally
Oct 01, 2007; ... OCTOBER IS NATIONAL Breast Cancer Awareness month, and researchers are finding new ways to treat and prevent breast cancer the natural way. A retrospective study of 2,473 women published in the International Journal of Cancer found that participants who took the herb black cohosh (Cimicifuga ...
QUERCETIN FOR OPTIMAL IMMUNITY
Oct 01, 2007; ... With help from quercetin-a flavonoid found naturally in apples, onions, and broccoli, and available in supplement form-you may be able to reduce illness and maintain menial performance while physically stressed. In a study done at Appalachian State University in North Carolina, researchers gave ...
hearty grains
Oct 01, 2007; ... According to a study published in Nutrition, Metabolism & Cardiovascular Diseases, a diet rich in whole-grain foods can help decrease the risk of heart attack and death from heart disease. Study participants who ate at least 2.5 servings a day of whole grains had a 21 percent fower risk of a ...
goodbye gluten
Oct 01, 2007; ... Several years ago, when I was struggling with chronic allergies, a naturopath suggested I eliminate wheat and other gluten grains from my diet. I thought she was completely crazy. At the time, I couldn't understand how avoiding a certain food would help rne stop sneezing. And who wants to give ...
GINSENG: ENERGY TONIC FOR CANCER PATIENTS?
Oct 01, 2007; ... ABOUT 90 PERCENT of cancer patients suffer from fatigue, and ginseng may be just what the doctor ordered to help fend off low energy. Research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology's annual meeting reveals that American ginseng might safely increase energy levels and physical ...
COD LIVER OIL
Oct 01, 2007; ... May Give You a Reason to Smile More Depression affects up to 6 percent of Americans end causes feelings of hopelessness, loss of interest in activities, changes m appetite and sleep patterns, and inability to concentrate. But new research from a large study in Norway shows that cod liver ...
FLAXSEED MAY SLOW PROSTATE CANCER
Oct 01, 2007; ... NEW RESEARCH FROM Duke University indicates flaxseed may slow the growth of prostate cancer tumors. A month before 160 men were scheduled to have surgery for prostate cancer, researchers divided the men into four groups: Subjects received either 30 g of ground flaxseed, ...
LADIES, EAT YOUR SPINACH!
Oct 01, 2007; ... According to a study published in the Internationa! Journal of Cancer, eating plenty of spinach, which contains the flavonoid kaempferol, may reduce the risk of ovarian cancer. Researchers studied the intake of several flavonoids among 66,940 women enrolled in the Nurses' Health Study between ...
MAKE MINE MEDIUM-RARE, PLEASE
Oct 01, 2007; ... The next time a waiter asks how you want yout meat cooked, you may want to say "rare" or "medium-rare." Researchers have found a possible link between well-done meat and increased risk of colon cancer, which is the second most common cancer in the United States and usually forms from ...
1 SUPPLEMENTS: ready, set, shop
Oct 01, 2007; ... Say hello to the sandman with L-tryptophan, boost digestion with papaya, and get healthy with yumrny gummy vitamins Catch some z's with Bluebonnet's Pharmaceutical-Grade L-TRYPTOPHAN with TryptoPure. Derived from a natural, vegetarian source, this essential amino acid not only serves as ...
BEHIND THE LABEL: WHAT IS ESTROG-100?
Oct 01, 2007; ... In this new regular spotlight, we are taking a closer look at innovative supplement formulas and explaining how they work. This month's focus is on EstroG-100, which is designed to help with menopause and hormonal balance. The unique combination of herbs have been shown in double-blind, human ...
Q&A: SUPPLEMENT SLEUTH
Oct 01, 2007; ... Q: Can you give me some tips on buying a high-quality enzyme supplement? I have several digestive complaints, including gas, bloating, and indigestion. A health food store clerk recommended enzymes, but I'm not sure which ingredients are essential in a formula. A: top-notch, ...
2 PERSONAL CARE: ready, set, shop
Oct 01, 2007; ... Pamper your pet with a soothing coat spray, relieve your dry mouth, and rejuvenate your skin with nourishing organic skin care Enhance skin tone and reduce fine lines while protecting against environmental damage with Kiss My Face's CELL MATE 1 5. Antioxidant-rich vitamins and botanicals ...
3 FOOD: ready, set, shop
Oct 01, 2007; ... Start your day with hot, nourishing oatmeal made with hemp; drink your veggies, and indulge in savory, artisan-inspired soups With sniffle season right around the corner, it's vital to get your recommended five-to-nine daily servings of immune-boosting fruits and vegetables. Made from ...
sweet rewards
Oct 01, 2007; ... Hardly a month, goes by without some positive research surfacing on chocolate, arguably the world's most popular candy. The latest? Eating just 6 g of the dark variety daily notably lowers blood pressure, according to a piece in the Journal of the American Medical Association. What are you ...
put the squeeze on disease
Oct 01, 2007; ... THERE'S JUICY NEWS IF YOU HAVE VARICOSE VEINS, SPIDER VEINS, HEMORRHOIDS, OR DIABETIC NEUROPATHY: CAPSULES OF DIOSVEIN, DERIVED FROM SWEET ORANGE, ARE A NATURAL OPTION FOR HEALTHY LEGS AND BETTER CIRCULATION The sweet orange, citrus sinensis, traces its origin to China, India, and ...
curcumin curry's secret agent
Oct 01, 2007; ... BEHIND ALL GREAT SPICES ARE POWERFUL HEALING COMPOUNDS. FOR THE CURRY SEASONING TURMERIC, THAT HIDDEN GEM IS CURCUMIN-A POTENT ANTIOXlDANT THAT QUELLS INFLAMMATION AND KEEPS THE MIND SHARP Curcumin is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory with potentially far-reaching health ...
everyday ways to boost immunity
Oct 01, 2007; ... TAKING A FEW SIMPLE DEFENSE MEASURES CAN HELP FIGHT INFECTIONS LIKE STREP THROAT, PLUS COLDS AND FLU Q: I was just diagnosed with strep throat. I am taking antibiotics, but is there anything natural that can help speed my recovery? I seem to get sick a lot, and I'm wondering what I can ...
a toast to tea
Oct 01, 2007; ... IT'S TIME TO WAKE UP AND SMELL THE TEA THIS ANCIENT ELIXIR HELPS PREVENT A HOST OF CONDITIONS, FROM CAVITIES TO CANCER. WE'LL DRINK TO THAT! We Often enViSiOn therapeutic teas being brewed from herbs known for their healing qualities. But real tea, be it black, green, white, or somewhere ...
surmount stress
Oct 01, 2007; ... IF STRESS SEEMS TO BE WEIGHING YOU DOWN, DISCOVER THREE SUPPLEMENTS THAT MAY HELP YOU TAKE A LOAD OFF AND EASE TENSIONS FROM WORK OR FAMILY You know the signs-anxiety, edginess, fatigue, insomnia. While stress accounts for a good share of medical office visits today, in reality, it's ...
a helping hand
Oct 01, 2007; ... LEARN SECRETS TO HEALTHIER HANDS AND NAILS WITH THIS GUIDE TO FOODS, NUTRIENTS, AND PRODUCTS FOR DAZZLING DIGITS Your hands are the most overused and abused parts of your body, so they often show age sooner than the rest of it. Be sure to treat your hands with the same care you give your ...
prescription for clear skin
Oct 01, 2007; ... STOP THE BREAKOUT CYCLE WITH FOODS, SUPPLEMENTS, AND TOPICAL PRODUCTS THAT ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF ACNE Sixty million Americans have acne, making it the most common skin disease in the United States. According to the American Dermatologist Association, nearly 20 percent of adults and ...
fair and square
Oct 01, 2007; ... FROM COFFEE TO COSMETICS, FAIR TRADE IS THE LATEST BUZZWORD IN CONSUMER GOODS. DISCOVER WHY THESE PRODUCTS TRULY ARE A BETTER DEAL International trade may seem like a remote concept when you're choosing produce or grabbing a vanilla latte. But imagine for a moment a woman picking tea ...
6 simple tricks for living gluten free
Oct 01, 2007; ... A DIAGNOSIS of celiac disease or gluten intolerance doesn't mean you have to GIVE UP YOUR FAVORITE FOODS AND TREATS. Replacing problem ingredients and following a GLUTEN-FREE DIET are easier than you think It used to be an unfamiliar affliction, seemingly affecting only a handful of ...
your 20/20 diet for eye health
Oct 01, 2007; ... FOCUS IN ON FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS THAT MAY KEEP YOUR EYES AND VISION AT THEIR PEAK The thought of aging usually makes us worry about chronic diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, not eye health. Yet, the growing prevalence of age-related eye diseases has brought them ...
eating to prevent breast cancer
Oct 01, 2007; ... WHEN IT COMES TO PROTECTING AGAINST BREAST CANCER, FOOD MAY BE YOUR BEST MEDICINE. HEREARE 10 SUPERFOODS THAT CAN SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER YOUR RISK FOR THE DISEASE It's easy for women to fear breast cancer. Like our hectic schedules and the environment around us, it seems out of our control ....
goji asia's berried treasure
Oct 01, 2007; ... WHAT GOJI BERRIES (PRONOUNCED GO-GEE) LACK IN SIZE, THEY MORE THAN MAKE UP FOR HEALTH BENEFITS-FROM YOUNGER-LOOKING SKIN TO OPTIMAL SEXUAL FUNCTION Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall build-oh wait, that's Superman! But if you believe the ...
no stress social events
Oct 01, 2007; ... DO YOU PANIC WHEN IT COMES TO PARTIES, SOCIAL FUNCTIONS, POTLUCKS, AND CATERED EVENTS? RELAX! A LITTLE PREPARATION WILL HELP YOU ENJOY ANY GET-TOGETHER, WITHOUT COMPROMISING YOUR GLUTEN-FREE DIET Better Nutrition Your Source for Gluten Free! Better Nutrition has teamed up ...
soy milk makes a splash
Oct 01, 2007; ... DISCOVER WHAT MANY LACTOSE-INTOLERANT PEOPLE ALREADY HAVE-THAT SOYMILK IS A CREAMY, NUTRITIOUS ALTERNATIVE TO MILK Soy Many Selections Some of our soymilk favorites: * EDENSOY ORGANIC ORIGINAL BLEND: Contains no genetically modified soy or corn. * SILK SOYMILK ...
uncovering the cure
Oct 01, 2007; ... NATUROPATH TIMOTHY BRANTLEY'S NEW BOOK THE CURE OFFERS SOME SIMPLE YET SAGE ADVICE: YOU ARE THE CURE! Timothy Brantley, PhD, ND, would feel right at home on a deserted island-tropical fruits, vegetables, nuts, and fish are his diet staples. This simple way of eating is part of the plan ...