November Issue
Two probiotic strains have been shown to significantly reduce depression and anxiety. A controlled study showed a 50% improvement in depression scores.
Reports
Magnesium Improves Insulin Sensitivity in Type II Diabetics
A new study shows that people taking 250 mg of magnesium daily significantly improve multiple measures of glycemic control, including lower blood sugar, insulin, and hemoglobin A1c.
Dangers of an Omega-6 to Omega-3 Imbalance
Modern diets are loaded with omega-6 fatty acids that play a major role in age-related disorders. Reduction of omega-6 fat intake lowers chronic-disease risk.
Improving Odds of Creating Super Babies
Doctors advise pregnant women to get the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients they need from a comprehensive prenatal formula. Often overlooked are critical nutrients that promote a baby’s healthy brain and eye development.
Update on Vitamin D and Fish Oil Supplementation
Higher potencies of omega-3s and vitamin D, combined with blood testing, are demonstrating remarkable health benefits.
Departments
In the News
Prevalence of low vitamin D increasing; low vitamin D associated with heart disease; low vitamin D linked to pelvic floor disorders; vitamin D reduces blood glucose.
Why Do I Need A Probiotic?
Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD
Dietitian Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD, explains the benefits of probiotics and how to choose one that is right for you.
Better Balance for Life:
Banish the Fear of Falling with Simple Activities Added to Your Everyday Routine by Carol Clements
Providing specific examples from her book, Better Balance for Life, Carol Clements explains the steps necessary for seniors to achieve better balance.
The Garden Chef
Recipes and Stories from Plant to Plate - By Phaidon Editors and Jeremy Fox
The Garden Chef offers recipes from top chefs participating in a movement to grow and eat your own food, solely utilizing in-season plants. We provide four of these recipes.
