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Honey: How Sweet It Is

Subscribers Only Honey, whether from clover or cotton, tastes as sweet. According to new research from San Diego State University, it also has the same glycemic index, a measure of the effect individual foods have on blood sugar levels,

Research Roundup

Subscribers Only •Drinking fruit and vegetable juices at least three times a week may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 75%. • A single meal can affect the health of your arteries, say researchers from Australia and Sweden. • Eating fish just once a week may reduce the risk of early age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) by 40%.

Tart, Tiny Cranberry Yields Huge Health Benefits

Subscribers Only Antioxidants are the superstars in cranberries. Besides promoting urinary tract health, the cranberry's antioxidants may help thwart peptic ulcers and even stave off tooth decay. Fresh cranberries, available now, also offer plenty of vitamin C and fiber. Or try EN 's recipe for rice pilaf with dried berries.

Safe Holiday Leftovers

Subscribers Only Q. How long will my Thanksgiving leftovers stay safe to eat? A. Most of your holiday fixings are safe to snack on for at least three to four days after Thanksgiving, with some caveats.

Unsung Form of Vitamin E Proving to Be Important to Your Health

Subscribers Only Q. Is it true I should look for vitamin E as tocotrienols, instead of alpha-tocopherol, the form of E in my supplement? A. You may want to think about getting both. Research is beginning to focus on the health benefits of the form of vitamin E known as tocotrienols and preliminary findings are promising.

Can’t Sleep? Jet-Lagged? ...Maybe Melatonin?

Subscribers Only Q. Can melatonin supplements help me sleep at night or ease jet lag? A. Not according to a recent review of 15 clinical studies published in the British Medical Journal , which reported no evidence that melatonin is effective for treating insomnia or jet lag.

EN’s Guide to Short-Cut Rolls, Breads, Biscuits and More

Subscribers Only If you’re facing a time crunch this holiday season, shortcuts for supplementing your home-cooked feasts are probably welcome. Try refrigerated or frozen bakery-style biscuits, rolls and breads that you can heat and eat, but beware high fat and sodium. An EN brand-by-brand comparison.

New Study Suggests That Calcium May Be the Key to Burning Body Fat

Subscribers Only A new study from Australia has found that regardless of the source—dairy or supplements—calcium triggers the body’s ability to burn fat following a meal.

How to Protect Yourself from
E. Coli in Produce

Subscribers Only The outbreak of the dangerous strain of E. coli in spinach focused attention on the safety of all produce. Short of not eating fresh fruits and vegetables—not practical or healthful—what can you do to protect yourself? Quite a bit.

Healthful Holiday Eating: 10 Tips to Avoid Overindulgence

Subscribers Only It’s no mystery why worries about weight gain go hand in hand with the holidays. All that good food! How can you put the brakes on holiday overeating? EN offers tips plus calorie-saving substitutes for favorite dishes.

Fatty Fish May Reduce Risk of Kidney Cancer

Subscribers Only Swedish researchers suggest that regularly eating fatty fish may protect against renal cell carcinoma, the most common form of kidney cancer.

Can Food And Supplements Help You De-Stress? EN’s 8 Essentials to Try

Subscribers Only You may have seen the bumper sticker proclaiming, “Desserts is stressed spelled backwards” and been amused. But is there really something to the idea that food can help you calm your body and mind? EN investigates the roles of both diet and supplements in relieving stress and anxiety.

Dairy Showdown: Two Experts Debate Whether Milk Helps or Hinders Health

Subscribers Only The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends three servings a day of low-fat milk, cheese or yogurt. Dairy critics contend that three servings is unnecessary and possibly harmful. To help you determine if dairy is right for you, EN interviewed experts on opposite sides of the dairy dilemma.