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A Vegetarian Perspective On In-Vitro Meat
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‘Caveman diet’ keeps your heart healthy
Eating the basic ‘caveman diet’ of berries, nuts, lean meat and fish significantly lowers the chance of suffering a heart attack or stroke, says a new study.
High Fat Diet Linked To Prostate Cancer
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Herbal Extract May Improve Brain Function in Alzheimer’s Patients
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Vegan Blueberry Muffins
cups whole wheat flour (185g) 3/4 cup ‘vegan’ sugar (150g) 1/2 teaspoon salt (3g) 2 teaspoons baking powder (10g) 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80ml) 1 Ener-G Egg Replacer 1/3 cup soy milk (80ml) 1 cup blueberries (145g) Crumb Topping: 1/4 cup sugar (50g)
NSF amends supplement standards ahead of FDA deadlines
- Leading US third party certifier NSF has updated its national standards on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for dietary supplement production, ahead of soon to be enforced revisions to quality standards within the industry.
New Zealand warns against Chinese herbal tea
Wellington - New Zealand’s Food Safety Authority warned consumers Thursday not to eat seeds in a Chinese herbal tea made from the plant abrus cantoniensis, which is also known as Canton love pea or herba abri, saying they were toxic.
New Zealand warns against Chinese herbal tea
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‘Caveman diet’ keeps your heart healthy
Eating the basic ‘caveman diet’ of berries, nuts, lean meat and fish significantly lowers the chance of suffering a heart attack or stroke, says a new study.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Provider Use and Expenditures by Cancer Treatment Phase
Objective: To assess the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) providers and the associated expenditures by specific treatment phases among patients with cancer.
Side-angle yoga postures boost strength and stability
Much of yoga is about practicing proper alignment and focus, so be precise when performing yoga postures. You should strive to feel centered while developing strength and stability in each pose.
High-fat ketogenic diet gives relief from seizures
LYDIA BECKET was only 1 year old when the seizures started — wracking convulsions that came in waves, often several a day. For the next two years, her parents tried one medication after another: Tegretol, phenobarbital and Topamax.
Nude runs, acupuncture as sculpture, Portland offers high weirdness
A young couple enjoys the view of Mount Hood looming over downtown on a spring-like day in Portland, Ore. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/Don Ryan, File Joseph B. Frazier, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS PORTLAND, Ore. - Acupuncture is not just for people.
‘Caveman diet’ lowers the risk of heart disease, new research shows
Just three weeks on a stone-age diet rich in lean meat, vegetables, berries and nuts was enough to lower the chances of suffering a heart attack or stroke.
Nursing2004 Herbal Medicine Handbook
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High fat diet linked to prostate cancer
Houston — Men who ate diets low in saturated fat after having the prostate removed to treat cancer had better survival rates, a U.S. study said.
Nude runs, acupuncture as sculpture, Portland offers high weirdness
PORTLAND, Ore. - Acupuncture is not just for people. It?s also for cities - if the city is Portland.
Focused Fitness: Yoga for mums
Why use yoga for exercise? Try and get past the trendiness and celebrity-bandwagon-jumping of modern yoga for a second and you’ll be able to appreciate why the ancient Indian form of spiritual and physical exercise has become so wildly popular.
Kate Moss trades hard partying for yoga and detox
Kate Moss and her close friend Sadie Frost have started a joint detox regime together - but it didn’t take very long before the supermodel was tempted by one of her indulgent gang.
Yoga Week 2008: Celebrate NIH Yoga May 19-23, 2008
- 10:22:41 AM Back to: Health Information National Institutes of Health (NIH) Yoga Week Science and Practice of Yoga May 19?23, 2008 This 5-day series of events will highlight the science and practice of yoga.
Veganism the new front in the battle to cut carbon?
Leading the homeworking revolution, we profile 30 of Britain’s brightest entrepreneurs who run their businesses from home and say it’s more than a lifestyle benefit - it’s a competitive advantage too.
Seeds in Chinese herbal tea may cause illness
Press Release: New Zealand Food Safety Authority Privileged Statement 8 May 2008 The New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) is warning people not to consume in any way seeds that may be found in a Chinese herbal tea, that is made from the plant
Say ohm: Kate Moss trades hard partying for yoga and detox
Kate Moss and her close friend Sadie Frost have started a joint detox regime together - but it didn’t take very long before the supermodel was tempted by one of her indulgent gang.
Gloria says ‘no’ to imposing vegetarianism on Pinoys
Despite the current crisis on rice supplies, President Arroyo will not force Filipinos to become vegetarians as she rejected an appeal by animal rights activists to call on the nation to convert to a vegetarian diet to help fight rising food prices.
Veggie, low-fat diet lowers cholesterol more-study
A low-fat diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans has twice the cholesterol-lowering power of a conventional low-fat diet - even when the two diets have the same amount of calories and fat, researchers said on Monday.
High fat diet linked to prostate cancer
HOUSTON, May 9 (UPI) — Men who ate diets low in saturated fat after having the prostate removed to treat cancer had better survival rates, a U.S. study said.
Health: Warning about seeds in some Chinese teas Some Chinese herbal teas contain toxic seeds which can be fat
The seeds in some Chinese herbal teas could be fatal. They come from the plant Abrus Cantoniensis, are water soluble and can cause severe stomach cramps and even death.
Arroyo shuns plea by vegetarians
PHILIPPINES president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo has declined an animal rights group’s invitation to become a vegetarian as a way to fight hunger in her country.
Arroyo shuns plea by vegetarians
PHILIPPINES president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo has declined an animal rights group’s invitation to become a vegetarian as a way to fight hunger in her country.
Study unveils beneficial, harmful effects of silicon supplements on sunflower
PM IST Scientists have shown beneficial and detrimental effects of silicon supplements on sunflowers grown in greenhouse environments. Drs.
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XenaCare Holdings Inc. (XCHO) Launches UV Sun Defense In A Pill
XenaCare Holdings Inc. (OTCBB: XCHO) announced, after an 8-month development program, the official launch of their new product called the SunPill®. The SunPill® is a dietary supplement that helps the skin protect itself from the harmful rays of the sun. It contains scientifically researched ingredients.
Neal’s Yard Remedies Stores Rapped By Medicines Regulator, UK
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has clamped down on a homeopathic remedy intended to be viewed as a treatment or preventive for malaria sold by the cosmetic chain, Neal’s Yard Remedies. The MHRA has received confirmation from the company that the remedy, Malaria Officinalis 30c, will be removed from sale immediately. All homeopathic remedies are classed as medicines and require prior authorisation by the MHRA before being placed on the market.
Media Opportunity: Herbal Medicine Awareness Week 23-30 May 2008, UK
Herbal Medicine Awareness Week is being held 23rd to 30th May 2008. The National Institute of Medical Herbalists is arranging for journalists to attend free consultations at their local qualified medical herbalist. The consultation will look at the journalist’s health from a holistic perspective as well as advising on any specific issues. Photo opportunites will be available in most cases.
What’s “Natural” When It Comes To Personal Care Products?
As the demand for “natural” personal care products such as lotions, balms and shampoos continues to soar, manufacturers are responding with a host of new products. Some are natural, some aren’t. But how is a shopper to know? Until now, consumers had no idea what was truly natural since there was no standard definition of the term used by industry. That is no longer the case.
Industry Members Rally In Washington, D.C. For The Natural Products Association’s 11th Annual Natural Products Day
More than 175 natural products industry stakeholders from 35 states and the District of Columbia gathered on Capitol Hill for the Natural Products Association’s 11th annual lobbying event, Natural Products Day. Natural Products Association members representing every component of the natural products industry educated members of Congress and their aides about the association’s legislative priorities, all of which promote consumer access and awareness of natural products.
FDA Completes Final Analysis Of “Total Body Formula” And “Total Body Mega Formula” Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s final analysis of certain flavors of “Total Body Formula” and “Total Body Mega Formula” has detected hazardous amounts of chromium. On April 9, 2008, the FDA reported the dietary supplement products contained hazardous amounts of selenium in samples of “Total Body Formula” in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors and “Total Body Mega Formula” in the Orange/Tangerine flavor. (
UQ Leads The Way On Complementary Medicine Research, Australia
The University of Queensland is leading the way on research into complementary medicines to make them part of mainstream medical use.
Patient Education Software For Chiropractors
Forté Holdings, Inc., a technology and investment company, has announced the launch of Chiroglyphix. Chiroglyphix is patient education software for the Chiropractic profession. Chiroglyphix through the use of 3D animation gives practices the ability to create custom playlists and ‘movies’ for prospects, first-time patients, or patients with recurring conditions.
Some HIV-Positive People In Zambia Stopping Antiretroviral Treatment For Alternative Drugs, Health Official Says
Zambia’s Health Deputy Minister Lwipa Puma recently said that some HIV-positive people in the country are dying from AIDS-related causes after they stop taking antiretroviral drugs in favor of other treatments that some people claim can cure the virus, the Times of Zambia/AllAfrica.com reports.
Acupuncture Relieves Hot Flushes In Breast Cancer Patients Taking Tamoxifen
Acupuncture provides effective relief from hot flushes in women who are being treated with the anti-oestrogen tamoxifen following surgery for breast cancer, according to new research presented today (Friday) at the 6th European Breast Cancer Conference (EBCC-6) in Berlin.
ForeverGreen Receives Clinical Study Results On Marine Phytoplankton
ForeverGreen Corp. (OTCBB:FVRG), a manufacturer and distributor of all natural whole foods, announced the company has received the preliminary findings of a recently completed medical study of the benefits of marine phytoplankton to humans. Scientific evidence has proven one of the key ingredients in ForeverGreen’s FrequenSea, Alpha 3 concentrated marine phytoplankton (Alpha 3CMP), does in fact benefit humans who consume the product.
As The Complementary Medicine Debate Continues, Patients Lose
In an editorial published in BMJ Clinical Evidence,complementary medicine (CM) expert Professor Edzard Ernst writes thatpatients are continuously and seriously being misled by the debate overcomplementary medicine’s efficacy.
Pine Bark Naturally Reduces Osteoarthritis, Study Shows
A new study has shown that Pycnogenol® , a natural pine bark extract, has the ability to naturally reduce pain and increase mobility in those suffering from osteoarthritis. The study revealed a particularly high efficacy of Pycnogenol® for lowering joint pain by 55 percent, joint stiffness by 53 percent and increasing patients mobility almost three-fold.
Vitamin Supplements Don’t Help You Live Longer, Study
After reviewing nearly 70 randomized studies on the effects of vitamin or antioxidant supplements, scientists in Denmark concluded there is no evidence that they prolong life, and even found evidence that some of them, such as beta-carotene, Vitamin A and VitaminE, may actually shorten it.
Natural Products Association Announces New Partnership With Penton Media For Annual Trade Show
The Natural Products Association announced a new partnership with Penton Media, Inc. aimed at expanding its annual trade show, Natural MarketPlace. Under the agreement, Penton will acquire certain assets related to the show from the Natural Products Association, and Penton’s New Hope Natural Media Group will manage the show in partnership with the association, beginning in 2009. This year’s 71st annual edition of Natural MarketPlace will take place July 17-19 in Las Vegas, Nev.
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked To Tuberculosis
Patients with active tuberculosis are more likely to be vitamin D deficient than the rest of the population. New research, presented at the annual Society for Endocrinology BES meeting in Harrogate, shows that the majority of patients with tuberculosis (TB) have low levels of vitamin D, leading to the possibility that vitamin D supplementation could reinforce current treatments or be used as a preventative measure against tuberculosis.
Extracts From Reishi Mushroom And Green Tea Shows Synergistic Effect To Slow Sarcoma
Both the reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum; Lingzhi) and green tea have long held a place in traditional medicine in China and other Asian countries, for the general promotion of health and long life and for the treatment of specific diseases. More recent scientific studies have confirmed that both enhance the body’s immune functions and hold the potential for treatment and prevention of many types of cancer.
eFoodSafety Launches Cinnechol(TM), An All-Natural Alternative To Conventional Cholesterol Drugs
eFoodSafety.com (OTCBB: EFSF, http://www.efoodsafety.com), a researcher, developer, and marketer of whole food nutraceutical products, has launched an all-natural supplement, called Cinnechol? (http://www.cinnechol.com), that offers a complementary and/or alternative solution to traditional cholesterol drugs.
Institute For Progressive Medicine Announces A Natural Approach To Improving Fertility
The Institute for Progressive Medicine (IPM), a medical clinic that focuses on safe, natural and alternative therapies in combination with traditional medical treatments, announced today the clinic’s Preconception Care Program. Preconception health care is for both parents and improves the likelihood of a healthy conception, pregnancy and birth for those who are having trouble conceiving or for parent’s-to-be who are looking for ways to have healthier babies.
Omega-3’s No Help For Crohn’s Sufferers
An international study led by Dr. Brian Feagan of Robarts Research Institute at The University of Western Ontario in London, Canada has found that omega-3 fatty acids are ineffective for managing Crohn’s disease. The research is published in the April 9 Journal of the American Medical Association.
Federal Agents Seize Nearly 1.3 Million Dollars Of Illegal Dietary Supplements
At the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, on Wednesday U.S. Marshals seized more than $1,301,712 of dietary supplements from LG Sciences, LLC, of Brighton, Mich., because the products contain unapproved food additives and/or new dietary ingredients that cause the products to violate the law. Labeled as dietary supplements, the products are marketed for use by body builders.
Basic Yoga Exercises Could Help Prevent Falls In Elderly Women
A specific type of yoga can help improve stability and balance in women over age 65, which could help to prevent falls, finds a preliminary study out of Temple University’s Gait Study Center.Dr. Jinsup Song and researchers at the School of Podiatric Medicine and the College of Health Professions examined the gait and postural stability of 24 elderly females who were enrolled in an Iyengar yoga program specifically designed for those over 65.
Public Awareness Of Risks Of Black Cohosh Needed, Australian Medical Association
The community needs to be educated about potential risks of alternative and herbal medicines, in particular black cohosh, according to an article in the latest Medical Journal of Australia. Black cohosh is a herbal remedy used by millions of women worldwide for the relief of menopausal symptoms. In Australia, more than 200 listed medicines containing black cohosh are available without prescription.
Drinking Tea May Offer Health Benefits, But Evidence Still Limited
Tea drinkers who opt for black, oolong, green or white teas may find that these beverages offer health benefits. The April issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter covers what is — and isn’t — known about the health effects of drinking tea. Black, oolong, green or white teas have a common origin. Each is produced from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis bush.
HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tidbits
Simple diet tips to minimize the effect of ADHD
If your family is dealing with ADHD, you are probably looking for all the information you can get on how to help your child focus, control their impulses, and succeed in school. Click title to read more.
5 Strategies to Get Ready for the Swimsuit Season
Are you ready for the swimsuit season? Don’t despair - we’ve put together a few simple steps to jump start your weight loss plan, not only for the swimsuit season, but permanently! Click title to read more.
A Natural Sweetener That May Be Good for You
Is it possible that something you’ve been eating everyday could suddenly add more benefits to your health than you ever imagined? It’s hard to believe, especially because we are talking about a sweetener. If you have diabetes, the sweetener tagatose may be the next thing to keep your eye on. It’s making headlines and here’s why. Click title to read more.
Dealing with kids with a sweet tooth (Audio)
Do your kids prefer ice cream and sugary drinks to asparagus and green pepper? Learn how to let your kids enjoy sweets without drowning in sugar. Click title to listen.
Everyday Ideas for Adding Beans to Your Diet
There’s no question that beans and legumes pack big health benefits. But it’s hard to find the magic when you’ve got a swarm of hungry diners in your kitchen, a bag (or can) of beans, and no ideas for dinner.Click title to read more.
10 Tips for Feeding Your Picky Eater
Although it’s normal for toddlers and preschoolers to be picky eaters, that doesn’t make it any easier for parents. Being patient helps, but there are more things you can do to make mealtimes more pleasant. Click title to read more.
Beans: Big Health Benefits Without Spending Big Bucks
Everyone knows there’s no magical health food. But if you could find a food that could regulate blood sugar, help prevent heart disease and cancer, plus be dieter’s dream, wouldn’t you give it a try? Chances are, you already have - the forgotten can of beans in the back of your pantry is quite the healthy choice. Click title to read more.
Bitterness May Be Good For Your Health
You’ve probably heard all kinds of stories about foods that can help you manage your diabetes better. From supplements, to spices, to energy drinks, the tales are tall. It’s been claimed that bitter melon can lower blood sugar levels. So can simply eating this fruit help people with diabetes improve their blood sugar? Click title to read more.
Eat These Free Foods All You Want
A person with diabetes may feel like their food choices are totally restricted. But that doesn’t mean you have to keep track of every single calorie and carb that you eat. Surprisingly, there are certain foods, called free foods, that can add flexibility to your meal plan. Click title to read more.
When Should You Go Organic? (Audio)
Spring is here and Earth Day is just right around the corner. It’s that time of the year to enjoy tasty, seasonal produce. Should you go organic? Click title to listen.
Top 5 Stress-Busting Foods
These days, it seems like every time you turn around, someone’s talking about stress. With busier and busier schedules, and more and more demands to deal with every day, people are more stressed out than ever. But did you know you can fight the effects of stress just by adding certain stress-busting foods to your diet? Click title to read more.
Diabetes Meal Plan on a Budget
Prices for food staples such as wheat, eggs, milk and rice have increased substantially in the last year, leaving many to wonder how to affordably plan their next shopping trip. If you or a loved one has diabetes, you know the importance of stocking a well-balanced pantry and eating healthy foods to maintain good diabetes control. Click title to read more.
Kid-pleasing family dinners that don’t even require a measuring cup
At the end of an exhausting day, the last thing a mom wants to do is spend time preparing dinner. On those extra-busy days, put together a meal that doesn’t require a lot of preparation or special ingredients, and involve your kids - it makes dinner fun for them, so they’re more likely to eat it. Click title to read more.
Is Chromium as Good as it Sounds?
There are so many products on the market that promise to cure all of your ailments that it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. For people with diabetes, one particular item that has gained fame over the years is chromium. Click title to read more.
Tea 101: Which tea offers the most health benefits?
Tea is the most commonly consumed beverage in the world after water. Among all varieties of tea - black, green, white, oolong, red, herbal - which one offers the most health benefits? Click title to read more.
Age-Proof with Your Diet (Audio)
It’s never too late to jump on the anti-aging bandwagon! Learn what foods you can add to your diet to age-proof your body. Click title to listen.
Top Food and Nutrition Blogs Worth Visiting
We are set to find the best blogs that turn personal obsession into a resource library! Click title to read more.
5 Diet Secrets to Keep Your Skin Healthy and Young
True beauty comes from within, so the key to a healthy glow may not come from your cosmetics. Your skin is the largest organ of your body. If you nourish your body from the inside out, you will make a difference in the way your skin looks - and ages. Click title to read more.
Who Should Snack Before Bedtime?
Snacking before bedtime can be a guilty pleasure, but people with diabetes are often told to include it in their meal plans. Is this something that every person with diabetes really needs? Click title to read more.
5 Easy Ways to Boost Whole Grains in Kids
From their role in general health and wellness to weight management to disease prevention, the power of whole grains cannot be ignored. As you aim to increase your intake of whole grains, make sure your child is consuming plenty of whole grains as well. Click title to read more.
Are High-Protein Diets Better for Diabetes?
In recent years, high-protein diets have become really popular. These diets claim to offer greater weight loss, better blood sugar control, and less hunger than other types of diets. But how appropriate are these high-protein diets for people with diabetes? Click title to read more.
Diabetic Diet Myths Debunked (Audio)
Many diet myths exist about what people with diabetes can or cannot eat. How do you separate fact from fiction? Click title to listen.
Breastfeeding Benefits You May Not Know About
Although the commonly recognized benefits of breastfeeding are already extremely convincing, research continues to reveal countless more. Many are long-term, so some may be even more compelling than those you are already familiar with.Click title to read more.
5 Super Green Foods for St Patrick’s Day
Are you planning on drinking green beer at your local pub this St Patrick’s Day? Why not try something a little different this year - like a healthier way to incorporate green into your diet? Click title to read more.
Bad Foods Can Sometimes Be Good for Your Diet
Everyone has heard confusing studies: First coffee is bad for you, and the next day it’s good for you. How is it possible to keep track and figure out what’s really best for your body? Click title to read more.
When to Say No to a Midnight Snack
Almost everyone who’s ever been on a diet has had some kind of advice about not eating at night. Whether it’s to stop eating 3 hours before bed-time, or a more specific cut-off point like 7 p.m., what’s the real reason many experts recommend against late-night snacks? Click title to read more.
Love Your F Word, Fiber that is (Audio)
How can you lose weight by adding more foods to your diet, not less? Click title to listen.
Attention Men: Give Up Your Multivitamins
Health experts mostly don’t publicly support or refute multivitamin supplementation, reasoning that even if they don’t help, they won’t hurt either. However, the latest Harvard publication is among the first to recommend that men toss their multivitamins away. Click title to read more.
How Drinking Affect Your Blood Sugar
Why is alcohol a big deal for people with diabetes? Can you afford the extra calories and carbs in your meal plan? Does alcohol interfere with your medications? Do you recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia? Click title to read more.
Healthy Soda with Vitamins: An Oxymoron
Crisp, refreshing, effervescent soda has long been an American favorite - but not for its nutritional value. Now, according to professor Ara DerMarderosian at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, leading soft drink companies are trying to change the public’s perception of soda by adding vitamins to their soft drinks. Click title to read more.
Snacking Isn’t Out of the Question Because You Have Diabetes
Snacking has a bad reputation mostly because it’s associated with unhealthy food choices that are high in fat and calories. But contrary to popular belief, snacking isn’t all about cupcakes and potato chips. It is possible for people with diabetes to have snacks without sabotaging their diabetes meal plan. Click title to read more.
Boosting immune with super foods (Audio)
What can you eat to battle the common cold and strenthen your immune? Tune in and learn more about some not-so-known super foods. Click title to listen.
Eggs 101: Are some eggs healthier than others?
The egg section in your grocery store is stocked with many varieties of eggs. Some specialty eggs appear to be healthier than the regular white eggs. Are they worth the extra money? Click Title to read more.
Which Vitamins Help Diabetes?
Vitamin supplementation is really popular these days, leaving many people with diabetes unsure of whether or not they should add vitamins or dietary supplements to their meals. Click Title to read more.
Better than Flowers for Your Sweetie: Heart-Healthy Foods
Do you have something special in mind for the valentine that literally makes your blood race? It’s the most loyal but often underappreciated of all companions: your heart. With food claiming to be heart-healthy everywhere you look, it’s often difficult to decide which choices are truly good for your ticker. We’ve examined four of the most popular foods with heart-health claims, and given you the highlights. Click Title to read more.
5 Ingredients from the Chinese Menu that Measure Up the Nutrition Scale
Chinese New Year is a whole week filled with cultural festivities and tasty Asian morsels. It’s a good thing Chinese cuisine offers more than just lemon chicken or spring rolls. In fact, you can easily prepare tasty Chinese cuisine at home that is heart-healthy as well. Click Title to read more.
Chinese cuisine is more than deep-fried spring rolls (Audio)
This year, Feb 7 marks the beginning of Chinese New Year. When we think of Chinese cuisine, we often think of sweet and sour pork and fried rice - dishes that are not necessarily heart healthy. A celebrity chef says Chinese cusines has a lot more to offer than just spring rolls. Click Title to read more.
Glamorous single gals can eat healthy too (Audio)
If you are one of those who think the four food groups are boxed macaroni, PB and J, breakfast cereal and diet pop, tune in. Click Title to read more.
Lowering cholesterol with natural foods (Audio)
Nearly 100 million Americans have high cholesterol. And despite our advances in medical technology, heart disease remains the number one killer. Is it possible to lower cholesterol without resorting to prescription drugs? Click Title to read more.
Living with Diabetes: Sweeteners 101
What’s the difference between all the artificial sweeteners in the grocery store? Is one better than the other? Do they really have zero sugar in them? Many people with diabetes wonder if their diet plans can include artificial sweeteners. The good news is that in a healthy, balanced diet there is room for foods that are made with artificial sweeteners, although it’s best to use these sweeteners in moderation so you can still get all the nutrients you need from other foods. Click Title to read more.
Which Super Vegetables Should You Add to Your Diet?
We used to say 5 a day. Since last year, the Centre of Disease Control has said at least 7 a day! You know you are supposed to eat more fruits and vegetables. But which kinds? Click Title to read more.
Fat-Free Diet Is Not the Best Way to Go
What’s in your post-New Year’s resolution grocery cart? Fat-free salad dressing? Fat-free cheese? If you’ve vowed to cut the fat, but are already bored with dry fat-free meals that lack taste, don’t become discouraged! Click Title to read more.
Do you know what is in your multivitamin?
Sixty-seven percent of Americans believe they are very knowledgeable or somewhat knowledgeable about multivitamins, according to a survey released by the not-for-profit National Women’s Health Resource Center. However, many do not know which vitamins and minerals are essential for the body, or which vitamins and minerals are responsible for specific functions in the body. Click Title to read more.
Dessert is not off limits because you have diabetes
We all know that people with diabetes work hard to keep their blood sugar under control. They often feel that they can never stray from their daily routines or have sweets as part of their diets. However, many people with diabetes still crave sweets and end up feeling guilty about eating them. Click Title to read more.
The Heart Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries are not only delicious and nutrient-rich, new research from Harvard Medical School has found that they may offer heart disease protection. Click Title to read more.
Media Only: News for the Media
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The Ultimate Good Carb Guide
Have you ever had a friend tell you that they were giving up carbs? Are you confused by all the talk of carbohydrates? If so, you are not alone. Read on to check out our good carb guide to help you load up on good carbs and cut back on bad carbs. Click Title to read more.
5 Easy Steps to Healthier Eating in the New Year
Is eating healthier one of your New Year’s resolutions? Following a fad diet, or being overly restrictive, will not help you or your family achieve your health goals. Healthy eating does not mean boring, tasteless foods. Try these simple yet sensible steps that will help you adopt a healthier diet, without feeling deprived. Click Title to read more.
Resolution for Success: Learn Why Diets Fail
What are your plans for January? Perhaps you will spend the month putting away holiday decorations and easing back into a regular schedule. And, if you’re like millions of people, your plans may include embarking on a new diet. Unfortunately, unrealistic diet expectations can sabotage the very best intentions, leading to frustration when diets fail. If your January plans include a change in eating habits, check out our top takes on why diets fail. Click Title to read more.
Healthy Holiday Gift Guide 2007 - Foodie Edition
If you or your loved ones are true foodies at heart, holiday gift baskets packed with tasty treats may be high on your holiday giving list. But traditional gift baskets can be packed with fat, sugar, and calories. The good news is, it’s easy to put together a tasty gift basket that’s healthy too. Here are out top picks for healthy holiday gifts for 2007. You can mix and match, or put them all in one basket for under $25! Click Title to read more.
Appetite Effect of Corn Syrup may be Overstated
HFCS, the high-fructose corn syrup used as a sweetener in many kinds of soda, has been blamed by some as a main culprit in the ongoing obesity epidemic, because they have claimed in can increase appetite. But a new study casts some doubt on the link between HFCS and appetite boost. Click Title to read more.
Santa’s Best Tips for Avoiding Holiday Food Traps
As soon as holiday commercials begin advertising the foods you’ve been anticipating since last year, chances are you’ll start planning a holiday indulgence. If your wish list includes a way to enjoy holiday favorites while avoiding the annual January diet, there’s great news for you! We’ve highlighted a few popular holiday food traps to avoid, and a worthy substitute that will keep you on track without leaving you feeling deprived. Click Title to read more.
New Fertility Diet Promises to Boost Pregnancy Chances
You know that diet and lifestyle choices affect your health and lifespan. But no credible science (only old wives’ tales) has ever shown that diet affects the chances of getting pregnant - until now. Click Title to read more.
4 Easy Steps to Eating Healthy in the Winter Months
When winter days are cold, and you want to warm up fast, a bowl of cream soup or stew can certainly be appealing. But there is no excuse to throw all your healthy eating habits out the window just because it’s dark and cold outside! Click Title to read more.
Survival Guide to Eating Out at a French Restaurant (Part 8/8)
We all enjoy eating out from time to time but this can be a perilous path if you’re trying to following healthy eating principles. But there’s no need to give it up. Simply follow these easy tips and you can enjoy a delicious French meal out without having a calorie disaster. Click to read more.
Holiday Food Shockers Revealed
A study published in March 2000 by the National Institutes of Health estimated that we put on one pound between Thanksgiving and the New Year. Given the multiple holiday parties we attend and the calorie-dense holiday foods and hors-d’oeuvres provided at these events, it is no surprise! Click Title to read more.
Survival Guide to Eating Out at an Indian Restaurant (Part 7/8)
Hot and spicy curries, a wide choice of vegetarian dishes, delicious chutneys, and breads that range from thin and crispy to fat and filled-all these make Indian food a treat. Eating in an Indian restaurant, though, can be a portion control disaster. Click to read more.
Simple Steps to a Thanksgiving Menu Makeover
It may be hard to believe, but with Thanksgiving just around the corner, followed by all the parties leading up to Christmas, the holiday season is here. That means it’s a good time to start considering how you can modify your typical holiday menu items to make them healthier. Click to read more.
5 Easy Steps to Trim Calories from Your Favorite Holiday Recipes
It’s party season again! But if you go to multiple parties between Thanksgiving and the New Year, brace yourself - a traditional Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner can contain 2000 calories. Click to read more.
A Healthy Way to Give Thanks this Thanksgiving
A recent study by the National Institutes of Health shattered the urban myth that most people gain 5-10 pounds during the holiday season (Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day). The good news is that holiday weight gain is actually more like one pound, but the bad news is that the weight generally isn’t lost during the rest of the year. Click to read more.
Holiday Diet Strategies for People with Heartburn
Sixty million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month. But heartburn doesn’t have to join turkey and dressing on the holiday menu this season. Click to read more.
8-Action Diet Plan to Preventing Cancer
A long-awaited scientific report on cancer prevention stated plain and simple that the more pounds you’re carrying, the greater your risk of developing one or more of 17 cancers. After analyzing 7,000 scientific studies, the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research made 8 diet recommendations you can use to lower the odds of developing cancer. Click to read more.
Survival Guide to Eating Out at a Spanish Restaurant (Part 6/8)
Paella is probably the most famous dish to be found at Spanish restaurants, but it can be a calorie disaster. Eat a plateful and you could be having over 1000 calories. Click to read more.
Tired of Orange Juice? Try Concord Grape Juice
Are you tired of facing down a glass of orange juice every morning? How about trying another juice that has more than twice the natural antioxidant power of orange juice? Click to read more.
Mission Possible - A Healthy Breakfast in a Hurry
We bet you wouldn’t consider a six-piece chicken McNugget order and small fries for breakfast. But if you eat a typical bakery-style bagel smeared with 2 oz of cream cheese, you’ll take in the same amount of calories and almost as much fat. Click to read more.
With Pomegranates, Health is In Style This Season
From the fashion runway to the produce aisle, pomegranates are all the rage. The deep ruby color of pomegranates has been used to describe everything from lipstick shades to fabric colors. Click to read more.
28 Ways to Lose Weight Effortlessly
An extra 40 calories per day may not seem like much, but consider this - If you were to cut a mere 40 calories a day from your diet, you would lose at least a pound in three months, or four pounds in a year! Click to read more.
Survival Guide to Eating Out at a Thai Restaurant (Part 5/8)
On a culinary trip to Bangkok, a Thai friend told me she never cooks real Thai food at home because it takes so much time to properly prepare the ingredients. Perhaps that’s why so many go out to restaurants for Thai food. Click to read more.
Fueling Up with Carbohydrates - Sports Nutrition Series
When training for the Ironman, one of my biggest challenges was to determine which food sources were best to use as fuel. Eating enough carbohydrates to sustain my energy throughout a prolonged training session, and to help my body recover, was at times a challenge. Click to read more.
5 Survival Tactics for the Sweet Halloween Season
Kids simply love Halloween! Dressing up in costume, roaming around the neighborhood with friends, and collecting treats are all things kids long for every year. Chances are, it’s not the ghosts or goblins that are frightening to you at Halloween, but the thought of what all those candies can do to your kids’ health (and teeth). Click to read more.
Carving Out Good Health with Pumpkin
What will it be this year: Spooky face or smiling face? When most people think of pumpkins, it’s carving that comes to mind. But instead of wondering how to carve your pumpkin this year, perhaps the question should be “roasted or sauteed?” Click to read more.
Mars vs Venus - Should we all be on the same diet?
Women love talking about diet and nutrition. That is probably the reason that most of the diet information out there caters to women. But what about men? Do men need to worry about osteoporosis? Do they need to worry about anemia? Let us take a look at a few major nutrients for men and women. Click to read more.
Survival Guide to Eating Out at a Mexican Restaurant (Part 4/8)
We all enjoy eating out from time to time but this can be a perilous path if you’re trying to following healthy eating principles. But there’s no need to give it up. Simply follow these easy tips and you can enjoy a delicious Mexican meal out without having a calorie disaster. Click to read more.
Send Good Nutrition in Your Care Package
For a homesick college student, there is nothing more comforting than a care package from home. The trouble is, the chewy homemade chocolate chip cookies so commonly found in student care packages might be sending more than love - they may be giving that lonely student a jump-start to the Freshman 15. Click to read more.
Re-balancing Your Super-Sized Sunday Brunch
Everyone loves Sunday brunch! Instead of eating cold cereal with milk like you do on weekdays, you can finally eat some REAL breakfast (as my husband calls it). I recently had Sunday brunch at a popular breakfast chain restaurant, which gave me an opportunity to rate my plate. Click to read more.
Healthy Grocery Shopping without Blowing Your Budget
Is your grocery bill sometimes enough to raise your blood pressure? Some people think that filling the grocery cart with healthy food will blow the budget at the cash register. Click to read more.
Empty Calories - What and Where?
You may have read the term empty calories, or heard it used by nutritionists or even talk show hosts on TV. But what exactly are empty calories? Why are they so bad for you , and how can you avoid them? Click to read more.
Survival Guide to Eating Out at an Italian Restaurant (Part 3/8)
We all enjoy eating out from time to time but this can be a perilous path if you’re trying to following healthy eating principles. But there’s no need to give it up. Simply follow these easy tips and you can enjoy a delicious pasta meal out without having a calorie disaster. Click to read more.
Easy Ways to Cut Calories Without Cutting Flavor
You watch what you eat and exercise, so why is the scale still your worst enemy? You may be eating more calories than you think. Consuming just 100 extra calories a day for a year can add up to a 10 pound weight gain, so those little slips can be a big deal! Click to read more.
How much caffeine is really in your soda?
You can easily find out the calories and sugar content of your can of soda. But what about caffeine? You know caffeine is in your soda, but how much? Click to read more.
The Ultimate Guilt-Free Tailgate Party Food Guide
You have got color-coordinated decorations and outfits to cheer on your team, and invites out to all your friends. But you are thinking that maybe the next tailgate party should be a little different from usual - maybe it should be a little healthier. Instead of serving a big bag of chips, overstuffed sandwiches, and chicken wings slathered in sauce, what other party goodies are fun and healthy - and still taste good? Click to read more.
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Depressed fathers ‘hit learning’
Depressed fathers may hinder their child’s language development, US research suggests.
HIV funding priority shift call
Funding for HIV prevention is being wasted on strategies which have little impact, say US researchers.
Europeans get drunk ‘to have sex’
Some teenagers and young adults get high on drink and drugs to improve their sex lives, research suggests.
Early baby survival ‘unchanged’
UK babies born at 23 weeks or earlier are no more likely to survive than they were a decade ago, a study finds.
India children’s health ‘ignored’
More than half of Indian children under five do not get the health care they need, a report says.
Promises over NHS overhaul
Ministers have sought to allay fears over the forthcoming overhaul of the NHS in England.
Treatment ’slashes baby HIV risk’
Treatment can reduce the risk of mother-to-baby HIV transmission to almost zero, research finds.
Third admit to hangover at desk
One in three employees admitted they have been to work with a hangover, a UK study suggests.
UK strengthens cannabis laws
Home Secretary Jacqui Smith says cannabis is to be reclassified as a class B drug - against experts’ advice.
Breastfeeding ‘helps to boost IQ’
A major study adds to growing evidence suggesting breastfeeding boosts a child’s intelligence.
Stem cells may cut transplants
Scientists examine how liver and bone disease could be treated using embryonic stem cells.
Warning over hospital infection
Hospitals could face a growing threat from a potentially deadly bacterial infection, warn scientists.
Genes ‘up Indians’ obesity risk’
Scientists pinpoint a reason why people with Indian ancestry may be more prone to weight problems.
Hiccup man pins hope on surgery
A 23-year-old musician hopes keyhole surgery will permanently cure his 18-month hiccup problem.
New spectrum to improve health
Ofcom considers how the airwaves will help improve health and transport in the future.
Painkiller may cut dementia risk
Long-term use of ibuprofen may reduce the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease, a large US study reports.
‘Seven genetic types of ME’ found
Geneticists identify a biological basis for seven different subtypes of chronic fatigue syndrome.
Cancer: The facts
The disease tends to affect older people - but can strike at any time.
Heart disease and stroke
The disease tends to affect older people - but can strike at any time.
Pregnancy timeline
A week by week guide to pregnancy taking in how the baby develops, changes to the mother and key scan dates.
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MPs divided on plan to cut abortion limit - Telegraph.co.uk
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MPs divided on plan to cut abortion limit
Telegraph.co.uk - Labour MPs are to launch a fresh bid to cut the time limit on abortions when battle is joined on fertility laws this week. Backbenchers are planning to table amendments to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill, aiming to reduce the time limit at … Stem cell research - public opinion We condemn torture, rape - anything that uses another's body for … |
Half city's youth 'take cocaine' - BBC News
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Half city's youth 'take cocaine'
BBC News - More than 50% of young people in Liverpool admit to having taken cocaine, a new report claims. The finding is part of research that shows an "epidemic" of drug use, with respondents saying they take drugs and drinking to enhance their sex lives. Teens 'getting high on drugs to enhance sex' Study warns of sexual health crisis due to drug use |
Cool kids lead smoking fight - ic Wales
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Cool kids lead smoking fight
ic Wales - POPULAR school students are spreading the message that smoking isn?t cool as part of a unique Cardiff scheme. Research has found that the A Stop Smoking In Schools Trial programme or ?Assist?, developed by Cardiff University, could prevent more than … Children's peers are best people to warn of smoking dangers Study suggests cool kids can help others avoid smoking |
NHS protesters to turn up the heat - Telegraph.co.uk
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NHS protesters to turn up the heat
Telegraph.co.uk - By Rebecca Smith, Medical Editor Health campaigners are planning a series of summer protests to block a shake-up of the NHS which could see scores of hospital departments shut down or merged. Government vows NHS change will benefit patients Promises made over NHS overhaul |
New setback to lowering abortion limit - Scotsman
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New setback to lowering abortion limit
Scotsman - By Lyndsay Moss Health Correspondent THE limit at which babies can survive after being born prematurely has been reached, researchers said yesterday, as debate continued over calls to update UK abortion laws. Survival rate for premature babies fails to improve Early baby survival 'not improving' |
Tory resigns amid cancer claims - BBC News
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Tory resigns amid cancer claims
BBC News - A newly-elected councillor has resigned amid allegations he made false claims he had been suffering from cancer. Tory councillor Darren Gilbert, 22, was elected to represent Hatfield Central on Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, Hertfordshire, last week. New Tory councillor resigns over allegations he lied about cancer Councillor quits over cancer scam |
Grandma victorious in fight for care cash - Huddersfield Examiner
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Grandma victorious in fight for care cash Huddersfield Examiner - A HUDDERSFIELD solicitor has won a major financial victory for a grandmother who cares full-time for her grandchildren. The 62-year-old had battled with Herefordshire County Council to be paid the same rate as a foster carer for looking after her … More foster car |