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Surprisingly
Unhealthy Foods: What to Choose Instead!
by Susan Burke March, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE
What to eat? Seems like a simple question, but it's one that can vex
even the most savvy eater, especially when trying to make sense of food
packaging. How many times do you browse the grocery aisles trying to
discern the "best" pasta, cereal or bread? Most concerned
healthy eaters know the obvious, like there is no fruit in "Froot
Loops." But what about "grown up foods"? You know,
those labeled as "whole grain," "all natural" or
"healthy"?
Food Label Foolishness
There is much confusion for consumers who rely on the front of food
packages to make their choices. Although "natural" should mean
no artificial colors or ingredients, the term "natural" isn't a
guarantee that the product contains whole wheat-or any fruits or
vegetables at all.
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Get Your Organic Garden Ready:
The Deep Bed Method of
Planting
by Jay North
There are about as many planting techniques as there are plants. Most
organic growers have their favorite variations on ways of planting that they
learned or picked up along the way. Which of the hundreds if not thousands
of techniques should you use?
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Coconut
Oil: A Miracle Food
by Bruce Fife, ND
The quality of the food we eat has an
enormous impact on our state of health. The healthier our foods are, the
healthier we are. For this reason, it is important that we eat the foods
that provide the most benefit. Some foods are good because they are loaded
with vitamins and minerals as well as fiber. A few are classified as
functional foods because they provide health benefits beyond their
nutritional content. These foods have therapeutic value that can protect
us from many common health problems.
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____________________ The Healing Power of Your Next Meal
by Charles Remington
Early man has known that his Creator has made provision for healing dating
back five thousand years ago. The first recorded writings of Indian
culture called The Veda's document, man's knowledge of healing through
nutrition. Bible scriptures from thirty-five hundred years ago show man
divinely inspired to write, "God would bless his food and water and
take sickness from among them" (Exodus 23:25). As a nutritionist, I
have witnessed thousands of patients be restored to health from disorders
ranging from gastric disturbances, intestinal conditions, type II
diabetes, hypertension, obesity and more through proper nutrition. By
developing a healthy nutritional lifestyle, we can bring balance and
harmony back to our human existence and it can begin with the next meal
you eat.
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____________________ Eco-Technologies-- In
Harmony with Nature
by Christan Hummel
Energy shortages, power crises, petro-chemical pollutants, ozone
depletion, hazardous waste, nuclear radiation, bioengineered crops - these
are all the nightmares of a technological world raging forward against
natural laws. In the midst of this technological onslaught, we have become
conditioned to believe that technology is the inherently evil nemesis of
nature forever destined to be Yin and Yang at incompatible odds with one
another. Our modern society perpetuates this belief that one must be
sacrificed for the other. This belief has left available only the illusory
options of either abandoning the "urban" life for huts in the
forest, and cots in the ashram, or supporting a society which plunders
natural resources to sustain the modern lifestyle of our unabated modern
day consumerism.
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Seven Simple Brain Promoting Nutritional Tips
by Daniel G. Amen, M.D.
Here is the seven step plan to get your diet under control and to use food
as brain medicine.
1. Increase water intake
Given that your brain is about 80% water, the first rule of brain
nutrition is adequate water to hydrate your brain. Even slight dehydration
can raise stress hormones which can damage your brain over time. Drink at
least 84 ounces of water a day. It is best to have your liquids unpolluted
with artificial sweeteners, sugar, caffeine, or alcohol. You can use
herbal, non-caffeinated tea bags, such as raspberry or strawberry
flavored, and make unsweetened iced tea. Green tea is also good for brain
function as it contains chemicals that enhance mental relaxation and
alertness.
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There Is A Real Magic To
Correct Eating: Troubling
Maladies
Can Be Healed With Food
by Dr. David M. Vitko
For many Americans, our health seems to be going haywire.
Illness, depression, anxiety, muscle aches, pains and little ouches are
wearing us down. Many of us simply do not feel well … and we just do not
have the energy to enjoy life fully.
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The Power Of Omega 3
by Jane La Valle
The Truth About Omega 3
Since Dr Basant Puri, a consultant psychiatrist and senior lecturer at London's Imperial College MRI unit, released his findings on Omega 3 and its effect on brain function and depression, many studies have been performed regarding the beneficial effects of this fatty acid. Studies over the past two years have consistently confirmed that Omega 3, a substance lacking in today’s “diet,” is a key component in the brain’s development and proper functioning.
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Is Green Tea Good for Me?
by Jake Mayer
Scientific studies continue to show that green tea is good for you. Tea began as a Chinese medicinal drink, and modern science proves just how green tea is good for you.
In traditional Chinese medicine, tea helps to clear the eyes and head, resolve excess phlegm, promote urination, relieve toxins, aid the digestion, and quench thirst. As with so many foods and medicines, the traditional Chinese medicinal thoughts are being proven scientifically in modern times. Today, there is ample evidence that tea is good for you as a daily tonic in the interest of preventing or treating a wide range of maladies, including: cancer, hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, premature aging, food poisoning, dental decay and bad breath, and even arthritis. Click
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Frankie The French Fry Hatches A Plan
by Ridgely Goldsborough
Frankie saddled up to the bar at the We-Stuff-Em-All Diner, official headquarters of Fat For A New America. He turned to his most portly friend, Bubba the Burger, and launched a tirade.
“If we don’t do something now, we could lose all our progress, twenty-five years of expanding and accumulating straight down the drain--if you catch my flow.”
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____________________Migraines and Hormones - A Natural
Approach
by Nicole Bandes
It’s estimated that 40 million Americans suffer from chronic headaches.
Headaches are one of the leading causes of missed work or school. So why
is it that so many of us suffer from such annoying and often debilitating
pains in the head? Honestly, there are several reasons.
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Coming Clean: The Truth About Soap
by Chere Deshayes
What Is Soap?
Soap is the oldest cleanser around. It is created by a chemical
reaction between oils, water and lye. Although lye is used to make soap
there is no lye left after saponification (the chemical reaction that
makes soap) is complete. There is no such thing as a bar of soap that was
made without the use of lye. Different kinds of soap are made using a
variety of different oils. Both animal and plant oils can be used in the
soap making process, each adding different qualities to the soap.
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Candida– It’s Not Just a Yeast
Infection
by Dr. Rita Louise
Candida Albicans or a yeast infection, both digestive and systemic, is a
health problem of which answers to its elimination are far and few
between. Literally millions of men and women have a potential yeast
infection that is causing, directly or indirectly, a significant number of
health problems or conditions.
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Divine Food For Divine Beauty
by Tonya Zavasta
The phrase "natural beauty" has been abused and misused beyond
restoration. The modern use is almost never associated with its true
meaning. Someone said there should be a portrait of a healthy person in a
museum so people would know what they are talking about. If we don’t
know what a healthy person looks like, how do we know what natural beauty
is?
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The Skinny On Skin Care
by
Nancy Zare
Do you suffer from chapped lips, cracked elbows, chafed cheeks, and
blistering scabs? You’re not alone. Cold weather and indoor heating can
take a toll on your skin. Skin is the first barrier against the harsh
climate of New England, and so it requires extra care this winter and
spring.
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Rejuvenation and the
Protein Revolution in Your Kitchen
by Marilyn Diamond
If you’re like me, you want to see some serious rejuvenation when you
look in the mirror. But you’re not interested in Botox, chemical peels,
micro-dermabrasion, lypo-suction, jaw and cheek implants and all the other
pricey, temporary, somewhat invasive “solutions.”
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The Little Book Of Healthy Teas
by Erika Dillman
After water, tea is the most consumed beverage in the world. It's drunk
hot, cold, plain, with sugar, with milk, and in the Himalayas with yak
butter. It's stimulating in the morning, reviving in the afternoon, and
relaxing at bedtime.
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____________________ Men- Protect Your Prostate With Soy
by Monique N. Gilbert, B.Sc.
With much attention on how soy can help women, many men wonder if it can
help them too. The answer is an overwhelming yes. Besides
helping fight heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes, soy
appears to have a positive effect on male hormone-related cancers, like
prostate cancer. In fact, a recent study of Seventh Day Adventists
in California found that men who regularly drank at least one cup of
soymilk a day, reduced their risk for prostate cancer by 70 percent.
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Living
Ecology: The Nutritional Foundation for a Living Body and Earth
by The Living
Ecology Research Institute
True solutions to any problem can never be
attained until the actual cause of a problem is understood. Living Ecology
is the system that life on Earth utilizes to manifest and maintain itself.
Disease is a direct result of not recognizing our position within the
natural Living Ecology of Earth and is a direct reflection of how we treat
the Earth through our diet and lifestyle choices. We are part of the
Eco-system, not the creator of it. The more we bring our diets, thoughts
and actions within the guidelines of supporting the natural Living Ecology
of life, both within our bodies and in our environments, the greater our
health and happiness on Earth will become.
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__________________ High-Protein
Diets: Are You Losing More Than Weight?
by Monique N. Gilbert
Protein is a vital nutrient, essential to your health. In its purest
form, protein consists of chains of amino acids. There are 22 amino
acids that combine to form different proteins, and 8 of these must come
from the foods we eat. Our body uses these amino acids to create
muscles, blood, skin, hair, nails and internal organs. Proteins help
replace and form new tissue, transports oxygen and nutrients in our
blood and cells, regulates the balance of water and acids, and is needed
to make antibodies. However, too much of a good thing may not be so good
for you. Many people are putting their health at risk by eating to much
protein. Excessive protein consumption, particularly animal protein, can
result in heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, and kidney stones. As
important as protein is for our body, there are many misconceptions
about how much we really need in our diet, and the best way to obtain
it.
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Fighting The Common Cold With The
Herbal Approach
by Linda Richardson, Nurse / Herbalist
It is that time of year again when we are faced with
the most frequent persistent ailment called the cold. It is followed
closely by it's cousin, the flu. The aches and pains, congestion and
coughing that accompany these two all-too-prevalent health pests can bring
your energy levels down, attack your immune system and make it weak, and
interrupt your daily routine. Many people are now discovering the benefits
of treating their cold and flu symptoms with natural herbs, rather than
over-the-counter medications.
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Natural Remedies for Bumps, Bruises and
Rashes
by Ron Stock, R.Ph.
Dear Mr. Stock,
I am a mother of two young children ages
one and three. I am concerned with the chemicals and drugs we often use on
our children. I am interested in knowing what I should stock my medicine
cabinet with for those summer time bumps, bruises, falls, and rashes?
T.S. Dover, NH
Dear T.S.,
As we all know, we are constantly showering
ourselves and our children with chemicals and toxins. Nature has provided
us with several natural remedies that can provide safe non-toxic solutions
to our summertime bumps and bruises.
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Choosing Brands of Herbs & Vitamins
by Ron Stock, R.Ph.
Many people often ask, "Can you
explain what the difference is between all the different brands of
vitamins and herbs on the market?
Lets start with herbs. Herbs are grown all
over the world in different climates, with different amounts of rainfall,
different nutrients in the soil, as well as different levels of toxins.
They can be grown organically or with chemical pesticides and fertilizers.
If they are imported herbs they may go through irradiation and gassing to
kill bacteria, mold and other potential contaminants.
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The Healing
Power Of Soy's Isoflavones
by Monique N. Gilbert
Numerous reports indicate that, because soy is high in isoflavones, it can
prevent illness and promote good health. Isoflavones are a class of
phytochemicals, which are compounds found only in plants (phyto means
plant). They are also a type of phytoestrogen, or plant hormone, that
resembles human estrogen in chemical structure yet are weaker. By
mimicking human estrogen at certain sites in the body, isoflavones provide
many health benefits that help you to avoid disease. Isoflavones are found
in soybeans, chick peas and other legumes. However, soybeans are unique
because they have the highest concentration of these powerful compounds.
Soy contains many individual isoflavones, but the most beneficial are
genistein and daidzein.
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Be Young
And Healthy By Building Strong Bones
by Monique N. Gilbert
Bones are the body's foundation. Having strong dense bones is essential to
good posture, strength and balance. The quality of our skeletal structure
has a direct impact on our appearance, vitality and energy level. The
better we stand, walk and move around, the more youthful we will look and
feel. Building and maintaining strong healthy bones is a lifelong
concern because our bones are living tissue in a constant state of
renewal. Most people believe thin weak bones are an inevitable part of
aging. However, research is showing this may not be the case. Bone
loss and osteoporosis can be prevented and possibly reversed with proper
diet and lifestyle. Two of the easiest ways to achieve this is by eating
more soy-based calcium rich foods and including weight-bearing activities
in our daily routine.
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____________________ Get Fabulously Fit With Fiber
by Monique N. Gilbert
Want to increase your vitality and improve
your overall well-being? Then try eating more fiber every day. According
to the American Heart Association (AHA), fiber is important for the health
of our digestive system as well as for lowering cholesterol. Dietary fiber
is a transparent solid carbohydrate that is the main part of the cell
walls of plants. It has two forms: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber
may help lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease and
stroke. Insoluble fiber provides the bulk needed for proper functioning of
the stomach and intestines. It promotes healthy intestinal action and
prevents constipation by moving bodily waste through the digestive tract
faster, so harmful substances don't have as much contact with the
intestinal walls. Both the AHA and the National Cancer Institute recommend
that we consume 25 to 30 grams of fiber a day.
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Fight
Heart Disease And Cancer With Soy Antioxidants
by Monique N. Gilbert
Antioxidants
are compounds that prevent or repair damage to cells caused by pollution,
sunlight, and normal body processes. These elements cause oxidation in our
body, which produce dangerous chemical compounds called free radicals.
These compounds are highly reactive and have the potential to damage DNA,
causing mutations that can result in the malignant transformation of
cells. Free radicals can easily cause harm to the immune system, whose
cells divide often. They may also be responsible for some of the changes
of aging.
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3 Reasons To Try Tempeh: Soy's Super
Food
by Monique N. Gilbert
When most people hear soy, they usually think of tofu and soymilk. Soon
tempeh (pronounced tem-PAY) will be one of the first soy products to come
to mind. It is fast becoming the most popular soy food on the market
because it is highly nutritious, easy to digest, and deliciously simple to
prepare. In the past five years tempeh has grown so much in popularity
that it is now available in the refrigerated section of many supermarkets.
Ten years ago it could only be found at health food stores and Asian food
markets.
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____________________ Pineapples: Natures Healing Fruit
by Monique N. Gilbert, B.Sc.
Want to give your body a boost in health
and healing? Then you may want to add some fresh pineapple and pineapple
juice to your diet. Pineapples are nutritionally packed members of the
bromeliad family. This delightful tropical fruit is high in the enzyme
bromelain and the antioxidant vitamin C, both of which plays a major role
in the body's healing process.
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Planting A Medicinal Herb Garden
by Stephan Brown
Why go to the drug store for medicine when
you can have many medicinal remedies for a wide variety of ailments
growing right in your own back yard?! It's easy. It's fun. It's
inexpensive. It's very rewarding. And you don't have to be a master
gardener to do it!
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Eat Your Way To Better Health
by Monique N. Gilbert, B.Sc.
Making the right dietary choices can have a
profound impact on our health and longevity. As a society, we have
the largest assortments of foods in the world, both good and bad.
However, this availability can tempt us to eat unhealthy foods.
Fortunately, overcoming these temptations is easier than you think. A few
simple changes in your diet can make the difference between being healthy
and unhealthy. So, you may ask, what kind of diet do researchers recommend
for promoting and maintaining good health?
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