CLA: A Trans-fat That’s Actually Good for You!
The following is a guest article courtesy of our good friends at “The Natural Health Sherpa” We’ve heard of good carbs and bad carbs.
Too Much Sugar Increases Risk for Heart Disease
Adults who consume high levels of sugar have significantly elevated levels of several risk factors for heart disease,
Melatonin: The New Anti-Aging Supplement?
Melatonin is a supplement widely used to combat jet lag and alleviate short-term bouts of insomnia.
Whey (Not Soy) Protein Shakes Help You Stay Thin
According to a new study from the US Department of Agriculture’s Human Nutrition Research Center, whey protein powder
Book Review: “Sugar Nation”
As you know, I don’t often do book reviews, but once in a while a book comes along that is so important that I just have to
Can Coconut Oil Help You Lose Inches?
A study from Brazil suggests that two tablespoons a day of coconut oil can not only help you drop inches, it can also raise protective, HDL (“good”)
Dry Skin Nutrition
The following article comes to us courtesy of the great Jonathan Wright, MD, one of the icons of
Sodium to Potassium Ratio More Important Than Sodium Alone!
A high sodium intake, especially when combined with a low potassium intake, is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular
The Krill Oil vs Fish Oil Debate
For a long time I’ve fielded questions from readers about the Krill Oil vs Fish Oil debate. Krill oil comes from krill, a small crustacean that looks like a shrimp on steroids. They inhabit the cold water oceans and serve as a natural food for wild salmon. (In fact,...
Can Diet Sodas Cause Weight Gain?
San Diego, CA – The perception that diet sodas are a benign alternative to highly sweetened beverages might be dangerously
Vitamin D and Diabetes: Is There a Link?
San Diego, CA – Higher levels of vitamin D in the blood appear to be associated with a reduced risk of incident diabetes
Featured Summer Recipe: Watermelon Salad with Mint Leaves
This fabulous summer recipe comes to us courtesy of my good friends at the National Association of Nutrition Professionals.
Salt and the Low Carb Diet
The following is adapted from the forthcoming book, “The Art and science of Low Carbohydrate Living” by Jeff S. Volek, PhD, RD,
The Blood Sugar Factor: Glycemic Index vs Glycemic Load
The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly and how high your blood sugar rises after eating food.
More Big Brother Tactics from the FDA
The following editorial appeared in the Townsend Newsletter for Doctors and Patients and was written by my good friend, nutritional medicine guru
Green Tea Supplements, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity
Researchers from Oklahoma State University sought to shed light on the relationship between green tea supplementation
Natural Weight Loss
When I was a kid, my father used to tell me how easy it was to stop smoking.“Nothing to it”, he’d scoff, “I’ve done it at least a dozen times”.
Whey Protein and Muscles
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrates that whey protein is significantly effective in producing muscle
How to Make Yourself Sick (in 7 easy steps)
The following is adapted from an article by one of my favorite healers
Multivitamin Benefits Stress and Mental Function
In the study, 215 health males were randomly assigned to receive either a
High Carb Diets and Breast Cancer Risk
The link between high-carb diets and the risk for breast cancer is an emerging research concern. The following article–
The Alpha Lipoic Acid Miracle
What if I told you there was a supplement available that could help control blood sugar
Magnesium Can Reduce the Risk of Diabetes
Daily supplements of magnesium may improve insulin sensitivity and help reduce the risk of diabetes
A Better Exercise Routine for Fat Burning?
Exercise scientists have recently been turning to interval training as the protocol of choice for maximum fat burning. But many experts are now
Protect Against Breast Cancer With This Common Garnish
Parsley is usually used as a decorative accent to a scrumptious meal, but don’t set it aside just yet
5 Keys to Permanent Weight Loss After 40
I want to let you know about a FREE upcoming teleclass by my food designer and writing partner on all my cookbooks, Jeannette Bessinger
Junk Food and IQ
Think you’re born with a certain IQ and there’s nothing you can do about it? Think again. A long-term health research project tracking
10 Superfoods for Weight Loss (Part Two)
Last week I told you about superfoods that can help you lose weight quickly, foods like grapefruit, pumpkin, berries, sardines, and grass-fed beef.
High-Protein, Low-Glycemic Diet Proven Best for Maintaining Weight Loss
“Quitting smoking is easy”, my father used to say. “I’ve done it 20 times”.And so it is with weight loss. Losing is the easy part. Keeping it off.. not
Stress Management Increases Longevity in the Lab
Telomeres are to chromosomes what plastic caps are to shoelaces- they stop them from fraying at the ends.
10 Superfoods for Weight Loss (Part One)
Superfoods like berries, grapefruit and pumpkin can help you lose weight quickly! Look, there’s no shortage of books (and articles) telling you what
More Important Than Cholesterol?
Readers of this newsletter know that I have long believed that the national obsession with cholesterol is ridiculous.
Dancing Can Help Offset Weight Gain, Dementia
Want to avoid your risk of dementia holistically? Besides controlling your weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugars and decreasing your in
A Safe and Inexpensive Way to Cut Your Personal Health Care Costs!
With all the conflicting reports about the benefits of vitamin and supplements it’s no wonder people are confused.
Are You a Food Addict?
(This excellent article on food addiction was written by Kevin Helliker and was originally published in the Wall Street Journal.)
Getting Older Doesn’t Mean Giving Up Muscle Strength!
Not only can adults fight the battle of strength and muscle loss that comes with age, but the Golden Years can be a time to get stronger, say
The Four Horsemen of Aging
Did you know that the life expectancy the United States is lower than 49 other countries?
Vitamin Angels: Making A Difference
In 2008 the Copenhagen Business School asked eight eminent economists to imagine they had $75 billion to spend on causes
Whey Protein May Reduce Symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
New research published in the Journal of Dairy Science suggests that compounds in whey protein may reduce some
Foods to Fight High Blood Pressure
About one out of three adults in the US has high blood pressure and the worst part of it is that at about one quarter of them don’t know it.
The Whey to Weight Loss
Whey protein may be one of your best weapons in the weight loss war. A number of studies have shown that a low carbohydrate to
Featured Recipe: Apple Bean Breakfast Bake!
The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter—it’s from “The 150 Healthiest 15-Minute Meals on Earth”
Interval Training Better for Weight Loss Than Conventional Cardio
Dr. Al Sears. Sears—a medical doctor, nutritionist and leading thinker in the field of integrative health—believes everything we think we know
Diet to Prevent Cancer, Alzheimer’s
United Press International 03-08-11 An epigenetic eating regimen uses specific food compounds to prevent cancer or Alzheimer’s disease,
Featured Recipe: Blackstrap Balsamic Steak Salad
This quick and easy recipe is from my latest cookbook, “The 150 Healthiest 15-Minute Recipes on Earth”, co-authored with Chef Jeannette Bessinger.
Omega-3’s, Depression and Mood
Years ago, the late nutritionist Robert Crayhon was asked what the single best nutritional strategy for the health of the nation would be.
Fiber Reduces Risk of Death!
Dietary fiber may be associated with a reduced risk of death from cardiovascular, infectious and respiratory diseases,
Lighten Up to Lose Weight!
Rather than self-esteem, “self-compassion” may enhance health and ability to limit food intake. We were intrigued by the implications of
Heart Disease: Genetics or Lifestyle?
On November 15, 2010, the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2010 featured presentations of the results of two
Breaking Bad Habits: Three Easy Steps
There are a number of things to quit: Smoking, overeating, fibbing, ignoring reality, gossiping, over-working
