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Are organic foods good for you and your family?
Created on 7/31/2009
A recently published research paper comparing the nutrient benefits of organic vs. conventional foods has been splashed all over the news.
Unfortunately, the media is doing a disservice with their reporting on this study. The paper does not provide actionable answers to this important question, and the authors readily point out the limitations of their findings.
Most important is that potential contaminant exposure was not addressed.
We still don’t know the comparative nutrient values of organic vs. conventionally-raised foods; but we already know enough to help us make sensible food choices.
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Another Way to Go Green - Mussels
Created on 7/24/2009
Green lips..? Umm.. the words don't typically elicit a desirable response from your taste buds.
And yet, green-lipped mussels, like other mussels, can be prepared in delicious ways that provide a low-fat protein source, and maybe even a little known potential health benefit, too.
Studies performed on an extract from the green-lipped mussel show some people with mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis experienced improvement in their symptoms. No identifiable studies on eating green-lipped mussels yet, but they can be tasty, and maybe your joints will like them, too.
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Is wine really good for you?
Created on 7/14/2009
"I drink wine for my health."
Well, I GUESS I can see where you're coming from with the way this topic has been covered in the media - heart healthy, right?
Indeed, some health benefits have been tied to moderate wine intake, but there are risks as well, and at least some of the benefits described can be obtained in other ways.
It's okay to enjoy wine on occasion, but the health benefits of drinking wine are not so great that doctors should advise people who don't drink to pick up the habit.
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One Way Yeast Can Be a Good Thing
Created on 7/7/2009
Red yeast rice is a supplement made from rice fermented with Monascus purpureus yeast. Interestingly, it naturally contains a mixture of small amounts of the active ingredients found in some statin drugs, and has been shown to help lower "bad" cholesterol levels.
A recent study suggests that red yeast rice could be a reasonable alternative for controlling cholesterol in people who cannot take statins.
BUT - it's not for everyone, has to be taken multiple times a day, and can have side effects. If you're interested in using red yeast rice speak with your doctor about it first to be sure it's a good choice for you.
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