December 10th, 2007
The year is almost over. Is it time to stock up on your vitamin and mineral supplements? We resolve every year around this time that we’ll take better care of our bodies, and that means better nutrition!
Take advantage of this great discount as you replenish your vitamins and prepare to nourish your body more and […]
By Kristen King -- 0 comments
December 7th, 2007
Diabetics seem to have more bone fractures than non-diabetics, and one recent study may have found the reason why:
New research raises the possibility that long-term treatment with rosiglitazone, as Avandia is also called, could lead to osteoporosis. The diabetes drug is used to improve response to insulin.
While bones seem solid, they constantly are being broken […]
By Kristen King -- 0 comments
October 12th, 2007
That’s right, vitamin C (the nutrient, not the singer) may be linked to fewer wrinkles, according to a WebMD report that states, “In one of the first studies to examine the impact of nutrients from foods rather than supplements on skin aging, researchers reported that people who ate plenty of vitamin C-rich foods had fewer […]
By Kristen King -- 0 comments
October 6th, 2007
According to recent reports, nutrition labels may be misleading consumers into underconsuming some key nutrients, particularly calcium.
A woman at risk for osteoporosis is told by her doctor to get 1,200-1,500 milligrams of calcium every day. But when she looks at the Nutrition Facts panel on a carton of yogurt or a jug of milk, she […]
By Kristen King -- 1 comment
October 5th, 2007
Well, kind of, anyway. Jul over at Veggie Chic shares that certain vitamins can actually have a negative effect on your health, according to recent findings reported by the BBC.
According to the article…
Millions worldwide use antioxidant supplements such as vitamins A and E, and beta-carotene.
Looking at dozens of previous studies, Copenhagen University researchers suggested […]
By Kristen King -- 0 comments
October 3rd, 2007
According to a recent report, women who consume more calcium may be less likely to have their breast cancer spread to their bones. Yet another reason to make sure you’re eating a balanced diet and supplementing with a multi-vitamin! Think milk, cheese, yogurt, broccoli… There are lots of options to up your calcium intake.
A strong […]
By Kristen King -- 0 comments
September 26th, 2007
I’ll go first: No. I have one, but I’m not taking it. Ever. I also have fish oil capsules for omega-3 fatty acids, which are supposed to help with my mood swings as well as making my hair all luxurious and whatnot, but I’m not taking that either. Nor am I taking my folic acid […]
By Kristen King -- 3 comments
Recent Comments