Environmental Nutrition

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Research Roundup

Subscribers Only • Vitamin D supplements may reduce inflammation in people with congestive heart failure, say a group of German researchers. • Eating a magnesium-rich diet may help reduce your risk of developing metabolic syndrome, a collection of risk factors for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. • Vegetarians weigh significantly less than meat eaters, according to The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

Let Harvard Quiz You

Subscribers Only Ever wonder just how high—or low—your risk is for being diagnosed with cancer? Heart disease? Osteoporosis? You can go a web page at Harvard and find out where you fall on a risk factor scale for each of these diseases.

Fibersure: New Supplement Provides Unique Fiber Boost

Subscribers Only Fibersure promises to fill the fiber gap in your diet, so you can get the recommended 25 to 30 grams a day. (Most Americans get about 10 to 15 grams.) EN reports the benefits and what's not so beneficial.

Savor Fresh Summer Tomatoes for Lots of Lycopene—Even More From Canned

Subscribers Only Americans love tomatoes almost as much as potatoes. Tomatoes and tomato products are rich sources of lycopene, linked to decreased risk of cancer and heart disease. Plus enjoy EN 's Summer Salsa recipe.

What’s Special About Vitamin K? Bone Builder, Arthritis Aid

Subscribers Only Q . I heard about a new study that says vitamin K may help prevent arthritis. Should I take a K supplement? A . No. There’s no need to turn to a supplement, since there’s plenty of newly important K in certain foods.

Chill Out! Keep Cool This Summer
The Non-Dairy Way

Subscribers Only Need a spoonful of something sweet and cool but you don’t “do” dairy? From sorbets and ices to rice-and soy-based products, ice cream alternatives abound. An EN brand-by-brand comparison.

Continued Confusion Over Coffee: Role in Heart Health Still Muddy

Subscribers Only Q . Should I stop drinking coffee to lessen my risk of a heart attack? A . No, the latest study on coffee and heart health suggests that’s not necessary, but you may want to modify your habits.

Reducing Your Risk of a Stroke: The Latest Tips

Subscribers Only Stroke may not get the same attention as cancer, heart disease or diabetes, but it’s the third leading cause of death in the U.S. and the number one cause of mental and physical impairment. Now, the American Heart Association has come out with some succinct advice for reducing risk.

Certain Carbs Increase Risk for Cataracts

Subscribers Only People whose diets include a lot of foods high on the Glycemic Index, such as sugary foods and refined carbohydrates are at greater risk of developing cataracts.

Take Five: Easy Ingredients That Add Extra Nutrition

Subscribers Only Health experts recommend a diet that includes lots of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, along with olive and canola oils. But there are often-overlooked ways to crank up the nutrition (and flavor) of your meals. Find out how five seemingly small ingredients can make a big nutrition difference.

Garlic Is the Go-to Herb for Health, Whether Raw, Cooked or Supplement

Subscribers Only Taste isn’t the only reason garlic--"the stinking rose"--is beloved. It’s been revered for benefiting conditions ranging from yeast infections and acne to mosquito bites and heart disease. How much is folklore and how much is fact? EN looks at the science behind the clove.

His And Hers Weight Control: Same Game, Different Rules

Subscribers Only Men and women who have fought the battle of the bulge side by side have learned a cruel truth: Men are often able to control their weight with far less effort than women. Still, an involved partner increases your chance for success. EN ’s guide to dieting as a duo.