Detox Foot Pads and Reflexology Oct 26, 2008
BodyPure s detox foot pad contain: bamboo vinegar extract, houttuynia cordata extract, loquat leaf extract, diatomaceous earth, tourmaline, citronella, dextrin, vegetable fiber and vitamin C.. Dr. Group s detox foot pads (by Kenrico Inc) contain: wood vinegar, bamboo vinegar, agaricus blazei murril, tourmaline gemstone, amethyst gemstone, dextrin, loquat leaf, and dokudami-houttuynia cordata. (Suite101.com)
Ten top superfoods Oct 26, 2008
But generally, fruits and vegetables that are given a 'Superfood' tag are high in antioxidants, Vitamin C, as well as other healthy nutrients, and so are considered especially beneficial ... Blueberries are often considered a superfood because they contain significant amounts of antioxidants, anthocyanins, vitamin C, manganese and dietary fibre ... Blackcurrants are extraordinarily high in Vitamin C, and contain more potassium than bananas. (iAfrica.com)
First comprehensive genomic study of common cold reveals new treatment targets Oct 26, 2008
This finding indicates that replenishment of antioxidants during a cold, through vitamin C supplementation, could help bring the body's natural immune system defenses back into balance. Additional data from the study, to be published in a follow-up paper, looked at correlations between vitamin D levels and cold symptoms. (EurekAlert!)
New Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labeling Program Designed to Help Shoppers Make More Nutritious Food and Beverage Choices Oct 25, 2008
-- Nutrients to limit: total fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, added sugars and sodium -- Nutrients to encourage: calcium, potassium, fiber, magnesium, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E -- Food groups to encourage: fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat or fat-free dairy Products that qualify for the Smart Choices Program symbol also will display calorie information on the front of the package, which clearly states calories per serving and number of servings per container. The goal... (PR Newswire)
Alcohol health warnings by 2008 Oct 25, 2008
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Binge drinking raises cancer risk Oct 25, 2008
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Copyright pirates face crackdown Oct 25, 2008
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Jackson jury orders joint awards Oct 25, 2008
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Fresh Sheet: Discover unexpected bounty after fall’s first chill Oct 25, 2008
These relatives of apples, plums and blackberries can be a homegrown substitute for citrus because they contain up to 40 percent more vitamin C than an orange, 25 times more vitamin A, 25 percent more iron, and 38 percent more calcium, with bonus bioflavanoids, vitamins E and B, selenium and manganese. The skin of the bulb packs the nutrients, while the interior is packed with seeds and silky hairs. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Cooking With Ever-More-Popular Pomegranate Oct 24, 2008
Pomegranates are a good source of vitamin C and potassium, plus antioxidants known as polyphenols. Eating them may support cardiovascular health and help avoid certain kinds of cancer. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Family Dinnertime Benefits Too Tempting to Pass Up Oct 24, 2008
Potatoes provide 45 percent of the recommended Daily Value (DV) of vitamin C and are also one of the best sources of potassium in the produce section. The potato recipes available at www. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Good mood food Oct 24, 2008
These little blue miracle workers are jam-packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, which are potent stress busters. Because your brain needs so much oxygen, oxidants do heavy damage there, and those antioxidants will help pick off the free radicals that can affect your memory. (iAfrica.com)
Speedy eaters more Oct 24, 2008
For their study, published in the Archives of Ophthalmology, the investigators assessed 4,753 adults of ages 65 and up, roughly half of whom had AMD. The researchers found that participants with the lowest levels of vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and zeaxanthin combined appeared vulnerable to blue light exposure. For every unit increase in blue light exposure, their risk of AMD climbed by 40 percent. (Indian Express)
World Traveler Tell-All Oct 24, 2008
Jet-lag remedy: "If I arrive late at night and have to sleep, I spend an hour at the spa, get a relaxing massage and have a light meal. If I arrive early in the morning and have to go straight to meetings, I have vitamin C, coffee and Diet Coke.". Great escapes: "The Royal Palm in Mauritius Island is a calm, romantic paradise. The Cap Estel hotel in Eze (between Nice and Monaco) is small and relatively unknown but has breathtaking views and is sunny all year long. And the Cheval Blanc in... (Time.com)
Jalapeno Pepper Appetizer Recipes Oct 23, 2008
Peppers are part of a healthy, nutritious diet, low in calories but high in potassium and vitamins A and C. Whether green or red, a pepper contains more vitamin C than a whole orange. When preparing them, remember that the heat or capsaicin - they contain can be controlled by removing the inner seeds and membrane for a milder pepper, or leaving the insides for a hotter pepper. (Suite101.com)
Healthy Snack Trend Oct 23, 2008
and that you re harnessing the anti-oxidants found in the fruit (you get a whallop of vitamin c with each bag too. . (Suite101.com)
Crossing Blood-Brain Barrier: Scientists Develop Drug Delivery System For Brain Cancers, Other Diseases Oct 23, 2008
22, 2008) Scientists have developed a new drug delivery system that is capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier to reach and kill cancer cells in the brain, according to research presented at the 20th EORTC-NCI-AACR [1] Symposium on Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics in Geneva on 22 October. Following successful preclinical studies, the technology is being evaluated in two phase I clinical trials in patients with malignant glioma and brain metastases. (Science Daily)
The Dietitian Magician: Fuel yourself frequently to fight fat Oct 23, 2008
A medium apple has a mere 72 calories, Vitamin C and 19 grams of carbohydrate (less than one carb choice). The soluble fiber content will keep you satisfied longer, help to whittle your waist and drop your cholesterol. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Oct 23, 2008
While the risk of death was unchanged among selenium and vitamin C users, a statistically significant increase in risk emerged for the other three supplements. Beta-carotene produced an approximate 7% increased risk, vitamin E a 4% increase and vitamin A, a 16% increase. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
The Pink Ribbon That Could Save Your Life Oct 23, 2008
Goji berries are "super foods," rich in antioxidants (known to reduce certain types of cancers), amino acids, beta-carotene, vitamin C and polysaccharides that can help reduce the risk for cancer and neutralize the negative effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy in cancer patients. They can also lower blood pressure, balance blood sugar levels, lower cholesterol and increase calcium absorption -- important for women over 40. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Economy's frightful, but candy sales are delightful Oct 23, 2008
There are 100-calorie packs of Sour Patch Kids, Jelly Belly candies touting their Vitamin C content and sugar-free Peeps. At the Whole Foods store in Raleigh, one of the hottest sellers has been a package of 70 organic lollipops for $4. (News & Observer)
Mashed potatoes can be healthier Oct 22, 2008
A plain, medium potato is a great source of vitamin C and has more potassium than a banana, yet it has only 160 calories with no fat. Turn it into the traditional batch of fluffy, butter-drenched mashed potatoes, however, and it's another story. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Medical practitioners undertake outreach programme in Shama Oct 22, 2008
They gave drugs which included worm expellers, blood tonics, anti-malarial drugs, ORS and Vitamin C to the people. Dr Boateng-Duah noted that high blood pressure was prevalent among them and advised them on their diets, reduce alcohol consumption and exercise regularly. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Easy, Portable Breakfast Ideas Oct 21, 2008
Each is individually wrapped and is an excellent source of fiber and vitamin C. Toss it in your purse to eat on your way to work and get your day started right. 3) Rise and spread the morning cheer. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Farmers, food shelves unite to feed hungry Oct 20, 2008
"There is a lot of nutrition here. A lot of vitamin C," said Ruth Viste, who planted the bountiful apple trees the half-dozen volunteers were picking. "There is no sense letting the cattle and deer get them all." The goal of this fall's experiment is to get volunteers and farmers together to help feed the region's growing number of hungry people. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fructose -- Found In High-fructose Corn Syrup, Sugar -- Sets Table For Weight Gain Without Warning Oct 20, 2008
(May 22, 2007) Juice boxes look harmless enough, with those kid-size, bendable straws and promises of 100 percent vitamin C. As healthy as juice seems, parents need to be wary of doling out too much to children. . (Science Daily)
Fresh Sheet: Autumn start doesn’t mean end of bounty Oct 20, 2008
Turns out an apple a day really can keep the doctor away, thanks to their fiber, vitamin C and potassium. They re packed with phytonutrients and antioxidants, which help reduce the risk of heart disease, many cancers, asthma and Type 2 diabetes. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Eat to beat cancer! Oct 20, 2008
Antioxidants, like vitamin C, are found in foods like oranges, grapefruits, tomatoes, berries and potatoes. Tomatoes are also rich in a bioflavanoid called lycopene shown to have some protective effect. (iAfrica.com)
Should flu shots be mandatory? Oct 20, 2008
I took 2,000mg of Vitamin C and my normal multi-vitamin, and woke up Sunday a.m. with absolutely NO signs of a head cold. And I am fine today. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Integrated Beverage Group Launches Children's Throat Cooler(R) Oct 19, 2008
Throat Cooler(R) is made with honey and 100% Vitamin C in each serving and is meant to be consumed frozen ... Children's Throat Cooler(R) contains pure honey and 100% of the RDA of Vitamin C for children ages 2 and 3 (66% of the RDA for children 4 years and older) to help support a child's throat health and immune system. (PR Newswire)
5 things you didn't know about buying your medication online Oct 19, 2008
Case report: The Dutch Healthcare Inspectorate warned consumers in early 2006 not to buy Tamiflu through the Internet, after counterfeit capsules were found in the Netherlands containing lactose and vitamin C, and no active substance. McClatchty Newspapers (c) 2008, The Miami Herald. (Montana Standard, MT)
More Exercise and Less Alcohol Oct 19, 2008
The American Institute for Cancer Research has found that the food that once seemed promising, such as eating more soy or taking supplements like vitamin E, vitamin C, or selenium was overestimated in protecting women from cancer. But evidence is accumulating that we can lower our risk through certain healthy lifestyle choices, such as increased exercise, and clinical studies suggest some medical strategies. (eFluxMedia)
Brazilian Acai Berry Antioxidants Absorbed By Human Body, Research Shows Oct 18, 2008
"Like vitamin C, the body can only absorb so much at a time," Steve Talcott explained. He said the researchers now need to determine potential disease-fighting health benefits, so we can make intelligent recommendations on how much acai should be consumed. (Science Daily)
She helps Madonna keep her youthful glow Oct 17, 2008
Also vitamin C and E are very important, which you can find in citrus fruits, broccoli, nuts, and whole grains. Foods that are essential in fatty acids help maintain the skin's natural oil level for a plumper, younger appearance. (Boston Globe)
Health Benefits of Mangoes Oct 17, 2008
An Excellent Source of Betacarotene, Vitamin C and Fibre ... One small mango provides a quarter of your recommended daily allowance for vitamin C, nearly two thirds of your daily quota for vitamin A, good amounts of vitamin E and fibre. (Suite101.com)
Preventing Colds: Washing Your Hands Is More Effective Than Taking Vitamins Oct 17, 2008
Many people have started taking vitamin C tablets as a precautionary measure ... Many people overestimate the benefits of vitamin C and other antioxidants ... For years it was believed that taking vitamin C supplements not only provided protection against colds, but also against cancer, thereby helping people to live longer. (Science Daily)
Public Health Experts Discover New Information About Diabetes' Link To Tuberculosis Oct 16, 2008
21, 2008) Six-year vitamin E supplementation increased tuberculosis risk by in male smokers who had high dietary vitamin C intake, according to a new study. Previous studies had suggested that vitamin E might. (Science Daily)
Fried Espelette-Saint-Rmi Peppers Oct 16, 2008
But another interesting way to add flavour, colour and vitamin C to your soups, rice dishes and stews is to make homemade spices using different varieties of ground, dried peppers. Once they are dried, they can be stored for a long time. (Globe and Mail)
Sentinel reporter forgoes meat for a week ... and lives Oct 16, 2008
Vitamin C and Vitamin E, two strong antioxidants, are commonly found in vegetarian meals. Vitamin C can be found in berries, tomatoes, citrus fruit, kale, kiwis, asparagus and peppers. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
'Big Flush' takes place this month Oct 16, 2008
Fist-size tablets composed mainly of vitamin C are used to dechlorinate the water coming out of hydrants. The city's public works department started flushing the city's public drinking water system on Monday. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Foods that Boost Immunity Oct 15, 2008
Vitamin C is well-known as an immunity booster. Not only does vitamin C increase production of white blood cells to help the body fight off infection, vitamin C also increases the body's level of interferon, which prevents viruses from even entering the body ... Good sources of vitamin C include: Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, papayas, oranges, cantaloupe, and strawberries. (Suite101.com)
Hangover Remedies from the Kitchen Oct 15, 2008
The coffee should help your head by shutting down some of those throbbing blood vessels a bit, and the lemon juice delivers vitamin C, which many think helps hangover ... The lime offers vitamin C, and the honey offers potassium and fructose, which will help stabilize your blood sugar. (Suite101.com)
Cold medicines and children: a dangerous mix? Oct 15, 2008
Rothman said she turns to several natural remedies to ways to combat colds including liquid vitamin C, vitamin-rich kiwi fruit, extra rest and saline drops. But she also keeps OTC medicines on hand, too. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Fall's hearty harvest Oct 15, 2008
The Times of Trenton Living NewsStories on kids & families, lifestyles & more. Latest user-submitted photos. (NJ.com -- Times)
Fresh Sheet: Discover unexpected bounty after fall’s first chill Oct 15, 2008
These relatives of apples, plums and blackberries can be a homegrown substitute for citrus because they contain up to 40 percent more vitamin C than an orange, 25 times more vitamin A, 25 percent more iron, and 38 percent more calcium, with bonus bioflavanoids, vitamins E and B, selenium and manganese. The skin of the bulb packs the nutrients, while the interior is packed with seeds and silky hairs. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
PHOTOS: Amazon Rain Forest's Untapped Fruit Bounty Oct 15, 2008
They're a sweet, juicy treat with one-and-a-half times the vitamin C of oranges. Fruits form the centerpiece of the local diet in Pacaya Samiria, a protected Amazon wetland. (National Geographic)
Thumbs Up Thumbs Down Oct 15, 2008
Stock up on Vitamin C kids and eat a salad, time to get healthy to fight this plague off. Page 1 of 1. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Essential Eye Vitamins Oct 14, 2008
How to Improve Vision Naturally. Eye vitamins are essential to optimum vision health. (Suite101.com)
Sunlight exposure plus low antioxidant levels may place older adults at risk for eye disease Oct 14, 2008
"In particular, the combination of blue light exposure in the presence of low levels of zeaxanthin, alpha-tocopherol [vitamin E] and vitamin C was associated with a nearly four-fold odds ratio of neovascular AMD," the authors write. Key recommendations from the results include ensuring the intake of key antioxidants, which can be accomplished by consuming recommended dietary intake levels of vitamin C and zinc and increasing consumption of carotenoid-rich fruits and vegetables, the authors note.... (EurekAlert!)
Taking vitamins and avoiding the sun 'could help prevent blindness' Oct 14, 2008
A new study shows that people who have low levels of antioxidants like vitamin C in their diet are susceptible to the damage that the sun's rays can cause to eyes. This can lead to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which affects 250,000 people in Britain, the research found. (Telegraph.co.uk)
New Permafrost brand features potato vodka blend Oct 13, 2008
A lifelong commercial pilot, Foster first came up with the idea to take his hobby as home brewer one step farther and create a vodka that fused hearty Matanuska Valley-grown potatoes, known for their high potassium, vitamin C and B6 content, and the earth's purest form of water from Alaska glaciers. "I think it must be in my blood because distilling has been in my family for generations" Foster says. (Juneau Empire)
Do "Natural" Cold Remedies Work? Oct 10, 2008
(WebMD) Many "natural" cold remedies promise to chase away the sniffles if you just pop some vitamin C, take Echinacea or zinc, or heat up some chicken soup ... Vitamin C: For decades, believers in vitamin C have said taking this vitamin supplement can nip a cold in the bud ... The claim is partially triggered by lab studies that find vitamin C affects resistance to virus in animal studies. (CBS News)
Herbs for Ulcers Oct 10, 2008
Add 500 to 1000 mg of vitamin C to your daily routine. Vitamin C appears to inhibit H. pylori s growth in some people. (Suite101.com)
Hildreth on Health: Do we need vitamin supplements? Oct 10, 2008
Nutritional surveys show that less than a quarter of the Americans eat any vitamin C-rich foods and less than a fifth ate broccoli, cabbage or other cruciferous vegetables ... Vitamin C boosts immune function ... Vitamin C is the premier antioxidant in the water portion of your body; that covers a lot of the human body. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Unrequited obsession Oct 10, 2008
"I'm sure you could teach me a great deal about avoiding stress and the old flight or fight reaction which drains my body of vitamin C so that the slightest touch gives me a black bruise. My hands never shake, you know, but I have stomach pains and diarrhoea all the time. Of course I knew who you were, once I got to the signature, and I know that you are the one person who could heal me. But now it is too late. I'm off to torment myself further in Bangladesh, tomorrow morning. So let me just... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
News : There is still good fall color up north Oct 10, 2008
Cranberries are very high in Vitamin C, and can help in the treatment of bladder infections. Cranberry-Orange Walnut Scones. (Forest Republican, WI)
You can feed a lot of people with the humble potato Oct 8, 2008
Its high content of vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber make it a healthy food -- as long as folks skip the large cartons of french fries or bags of potato chips. "We just don't need the whole big serving," says Lisa Herzig, the dietetic program director of Fresno State's Department of Food Science and Nutrition. (Fresno Bee)
Take advantage of the apple crop by baking, preserving Oct 8, 2008
Apples contain vitamin C, antioxidants, and may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer. Research also shows that apples aid in brain function, as well. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Disease-Fighting Sweet Cooking Spic... Oct 8, 2008
They are also a source of Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, calcium, and magnesium. Cloves are delicious in fruit compote, apple cider, pumpkin pies, spicy cookies, and maple or cinnamon cakes almost any recipe that also calls for cinnamon. (Suite101.com)
Boost Holiday Spirits with Aromatherapy Oct 8, 2008
To make a bath salt fizz, add a bit of vitamin C powder. Spritzers are fun gifts. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Swiss Chard with Currants and Pine Nuts Oct 8, 2008
But the real source of nutrients is the greens and chard is a nutritional powerhouse, a superb source of calcium and potassium, vitamin C, vitamin A and beta-carotene, as well as two carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin), which some studies have indicated can help protect the eyes against vision problems such as macular degeneration and cataracts. Swiss Chard and Red Pepper Gratin. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Natural Supplements for the Menopau... Oct 7, 2008
Crucial to calcium uptake are vitamin C and D which both increase absorption. Vitamin E. (Suite101.com)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Oct 6, 2008
While the risk of death was unchanged among selenium and vitamin C users, a statistically significant increase in risk emerged for the other three supplements. Beta-carotene produced an approximate 7% increased risk, vitamin E a 4% increase and vitamin A, a 16% increase. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Organic Food Offers Little More Than Peace of Mind, Critics Say Oct 5, 2008
Chris Kilham, a self-described medicine hunter who travels the world in search of traditional, plant-based medicines, said smaller studies show certified organic food to be more nutritious and contain more Vitamin C, Vitamin A and other antioxidants. We know with absolute certainty that organic foods are more nutritious, Kilham said. (Fox News -- Politics)
10 jab could be a lifesaver! Oct 5, 2008
The survey found that one in three people said vitamin C could cure it, despite no evidence this is the case. Asda superintendent pharmacist John Evans said: "We're looking forward to the vaccination session in November, and offering great value at just 10.". (Shields Gazette)