October 2006
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Correction
Subscribers Only In the July 2006 issue, the recommended dosage for Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract should have been listed as four capsules a day (two per dose).
Research Roundup
Subscribers Only • Trans fats may be even more fattening than other fats, suggest researchers from Wake Forest University in North Carolina • Eating a diet rich in flavonoids may significantly lower your risk of colon or rectal cancer, according to an Italian study. • People with low blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin may be at greater risk for coronary artery disease concluded Swedish researchers.
Study Confirms Variety Key to Healthful Diet
Subscribers Only “Eat a variety of foods” is the mantra of most nutritionists. But can variety really make that much of a difference to your health? New research suggests that perhaps it can.
What You See Is What You End Up Eating
Subscribers Only Most experts advise dieters to focus on portion control to cut calories: Eat less, weigh less. Easier said than done, but now, research has confirmed the savvy dieter’s solution to portion control: Use smaller plates.
Can Dark Chocolate Really Be a Health Food?
Subscribers Only Q. I’ve been reading a lot lately about the health benefits of dark chocolate. Is it actually better than milk chocolate? A. Yes, though you may be better off with neither. Still, it’s true that not all chocolate is created equal.
Sweet Potato: Tuber Delivers Top-Notch Nutrition
Subscribers Only Despite the name, sweet potatoes are not necessarily sweet and aren’t potatoes at all. But they are nutritional gold mines, rich in vitamin C, potassium and fiber and exceptional sources of beta-carotene and vitamin A. Enjoy EN 's recipe for Sweet Potato and Apple Saute.
Snooze Alarm: Herbal Sleep Aids Come Up Short
Subscribers Only Valerian is the herb of choice for many Americans seeking help in getting a good night's sleep. It turns out, however, that many valerian sleep aids don’t have enough of the key ingredient to do the job. Results of ConsumerLab.com's telling tests.
Can Pills Quell Cancer?
Subscribers Only Q. Could dietary supplements help treat my cancer? A. It’s not likely. Recent research found no solid evidence that supplements improved survival or prognosis, except possible benefit from antioxidant vitamins and minerals on skin cancer.
Trans Is Toast, But What’s Taking Its Place in All Those “Trans-Free” Foods?
Subscribers Only Q. More and more foods boast they’re “trans fat free.” What’s in them instead? A. Many processed foods ironically substitute palm oil, which is 50% saturated fat, or use palm kernel oil or coconut oil, which are even more saturated, not exactly a healthy tradeoff.
A Chicken in Every Pot,
Microwave and Toaster Oven
Subscribers Only Sliced, diced or carved, patties, burgers, nuggets or strips, the supermarket selection of cooked convenience chicken products has outpaced that of many other foods. But can you get heat-and-eat chicken convenience and good nutrition? EN 's brand-by-brand comparison.
Top 10 Tips for Eating Right When You’re Dining Out
Subscribers Only Americans get more than one-third of their calories from items prepared away from home—whether fast food, four-star fare or takeout. That, health experts warn, could wreak havoc with health. EN tells you how to manage those menus and how to eat healthfully of Italian, Mexican and other ethnic cuisines.
Memory Boost: 33 Foods That Can Help, 4 Supplements You Might Consider
Subscribers Only We all experience mental lapses: Ever entered a room and forgotten why you’re there? Such memory gaps become more common as we age. Can diet help in staving off dementia and other milder forms of age-related memory loss? Here’s what you need to know to help hone your brain power.
What’s Brewing? New Evidence of Benefits From Tea: An EN Primer
Subscribers Only The good news keeps coming for tea lovers. The latest potential benefits from drinking tea include a reduced risk of diabetes and ovarian cancer. Whether white, green or black, it appears the more tea the better. EN tells you why, plus how to brew it best.
Vegan Diet Helps Treat Type 2 Diabetes
Subscribers Only Researchers have discovered that low-fat vegan diets can be more effective for treating diabetes symptoms than the standard American Diabetes Association diet.