Healthy

Tobacco May Save Lives
by ETR (09/06/2008)

Everyone knows that tobacco can cause cancer. But what you might not know is that it may soon play a role in keeping cancer in check.

The Diet Secret You Probably Aren’t Using
by Craig Ballantyne (09/06/2008)

The worst thing you can do when trying to lose weight is “go it alone.” Support from your friends and family can help you eat better and exercise more.

How to Save Your Muscle & Your Metabolism
by Craig Ballantyne (09/05/2008)

It’s a scary statistic. You could lose several pounds of muscle per decade after age 30… and more if you diet. As a result of that muscle loss, your metabolism slows down, your risk of falls and injury increases - and do I even have to mention the dramatic decline in the appearance of your beach body?

Get More Antioxidants… With Rolls
by Kelley Herring (09/04/2008)

Looking to power up your plate with antioxidants? Look to rolls. Sushi rolls, that is. These small bites are big on age-defying antioxidants from several traditional Asian ingredients. Here are the top four:

Dear ETR: “Where do I find organic wine?”
by Kelley Herring (09/03/2008)

“My question is: Where do I find organic wine? My health food store doesn’t have it. And I don’t remember seeing it in any grocery or ‘drug’ stores. Is there a company we could order it from?

How to (Finally!) Get That 6-Pack
by Craig Ballantyne (09/02/2008)

You’ve been working on those 6-pack abs for as long as you can remember… and nothing seems to help. Perhaps the solution lies in the results of a new study published in The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. The study showed that doing ab exercises "explosively" (i.e., faster) makes your abdominal muscles work harder.

The Link Between Your Look and Your Scent
by Suzanne Richardson (09/01/2008)

An unpleasant aspect of being overweight is that people KNOW you’re overweight. But a new study by Dr. Alan Hirsch of the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation could make you feel better about those extra pounds.

2 Supplements for Mature Men
by Craig Ballantyne (08/30/2008)

Strength and muscle mass are two of the most important components for healthy living in older folks. If you don’t have strength, every activity is going to be harder than it should be. So you’ll be happy to know that there are two nutritional supplements that can help you build strength, no matter how old you are.

Avoiding Airport Food
by Craig Ballantyne (08/29/2008)

Yesterday was a nightmare travel day. I got stuck in the Aspen airport due to a delayed flight. When I landed in Denver, I had to make a mad - and I mean MAD! - dash from one end of the airport to the other.

Dear ETR: “Are there any foods that can energize my 80-year-old father?”
by Dr. Jonny Bowden (08/28/2008)

“I am the caregiver of my 80-year-old father. He is diabetic, hypertensive, and experiences dementia, a symptom of his Alzheimer’s. “My dad is on multiple medications. I carefully plan his meals, but, depending upon his mood, he does not always eat properly or get the rest he needs. So he is typically grouchy, uncooperative, and combative when he wakes up in the morning, late in the evening, and occasionally throughout the day. Also, he is so boring and sedentary that his behavior can be unduly stressful and alienating for me. Moreover, he gives me the impression that he has lost the ...

How to Prevent Hearing Loss
by ETR (08/28/2008)

You won’t be surprised to learn that listening to your iPod at a high volume for long periods of time - via headphones - can cause hearing loss. The cells destroyed by constant, loud music are irreplaceable. But some headphones - those that block out background noise - can help keep your hearing safe. With these headphones, since the music is no longer competing with...

Swedish Weight-Loss Secret
by Craig Ballantyne (08/27/2008)

No, the Swedish weight-loss secret is not “Stop eating Swedish meatballs.” What the Swedes have discovered is online weight-loss programs.

If You’re a Smoker… Eat This!
by Kelley Herring (08/26/2008)

We all know that smoking is bad for your health. But whether you’re a secondhand smoker or are still trying to beat your addiction, there’s something you can add to your diet to help negate the nasty cancer-causing effects. Watercress.

Mussels for Your Joints
by Kelley Herring (08/23/2008)

Recent research shows that green-lipped mussels from New Zealand contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds called glycosaminoglycans. These unique polysaccharides - a form of carbohydrate - act like glucosamine and chondroitin to help improve joint health.

Keep Insulin in Check to Prevent Colon Cancer
by Kelley Herring (08/22/2008)

A recent study published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention found a significant relationship between c-peptide, an indicator of insulin secretion, and the risk of colorectal adenoma, the main precursor to colorectal cancer.

The Hidden Poison in Your Wineglass
by Kelley Herring (08/21/2008)

You’ve heard quite a bit about the health benefits of red wine. Not long ago, Dr. Sears told you about its anti-aging benefits, and I wrote about its ability to protect against two health-harming byproducts of fat digestion.

Tart Cherries Reduce Inflammation
by Johnny Bowden (08/20/2008)

Tart cherries might not be one of the first foods that come to mind when you think "heart healthy," but perhaps they should be. New research from the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center shows that compounds in cherries may protect against the kind of inflammation that’s been associated with both heart disease and diabetes.

Issue#2438 - It’s Good to Know: Flying Without ID
by ETR (08/19/2008)

You get to the airport for your 7:20 a.m. flight to Denver and realize you forgot your driver’s license. Don’t fret. You can fly within the United States without identification… but you will be subjected to intense scrutiny by the Transportation Security Administration.

New Discoveries Put One Neglected Vitamin on the Map
by Johnny Bowden (08/18/2008)

Vitamin K is the “Rodney Dangerfield” of bone-health vitamins: It gets no respect. No one talks about it. Instead, we talk about calcium and magnesium and vitamin D. But vitamin K, too, is critically important for building strong bones.

How to “Unscrew” Yourself from Life’s Little Frustrations (and the Big Ones, Too!)
by ETR (08/16/2008)

When you get stuck in a royal mess – and we all do sometimes – here’s how to get out of it looking squeaky clean and grinning like a Cheshire cat…

How to Find the Lighter Side of Life
by Bob Cox (08/16/2008)

Whether you are trying to build a business… lose 20 pounds… learn French… or get that promotion you’ve been eyeing, you’re working hard to achieve something meaningful to you. You take that goal very seriously. And you should. You should work hard and be diligent.

An Exercise-Free Method of Reducing Back Pain
by Ben Rifkin (08/16/2008)

Today, I’m going to let you in on a secret for reducing your back pain without doing any strenuous exercise. In fact, the only thing you have to do is eliminate a harmful habit that’s destroying your body - and you don’t even know it.

The Tiger Woods Secret
by Rich Schefren (08/14/2008)

Tiger Woods may have slowed down from time to time, or faltered because of frustration or an obstacle in his path. But he never stopped moving forward. And today, he’s not only considered the best golfer in the game, but possibly of all time.

Fight Immune-Based Cancers With Blackberries
by Kelley Herring (08/14/2008)

Blue Corn: The Lesser Evil
by Kelley Herring (08/13/2008)

As I’ve cautioned before in ETR, products made with cornmeal - even organic cornmeal - are hazardous to your health and waistline. They rank high on the glycemic index, elevate blood sugar levels, and encourage your body to store fat. But when the occasional craving strikes and nothing but

Getting Past the Fat-Loss “Dip”
by Craig Ballantyne (08/12/2008)

I've been reading a little book called The Dip by Seth Godin. It's all about how the biggest marketing results are often achieved after a struggle. Unfortunately, many people quit during the struggle and never achieve success. This is very true not only of marketing but of fat loss, working out, and eating right. (You might be able to relate.)

The Truth About the Latest Low-Carb vs. Low-Fat Diet Controversy
by Craig Ballantyne (08/11/2008)

Diets don't work. At least that's what The New York Times makes of the disappointing results of a recent study (partly financed by the Atkins Research Foundation). But is it true? Let's take a look...

Cocoa: Packed With Cancer Fighters
by Kelley Herring (08/09/2008)

Are you a chocolate lover? Good news! Cornell food scientists recently found that cocoa is teeming with antioxidants that help prevent cancer.

A Starch You Shouldn’t Resist
by Kelley Herring (08/08/2008)

Want a trimmer tummy? Eat starch!

7 Renegade Rules for Fat Loss
by Craig Ballantyne (08/07/2008)

You never know where you're going to find useful, practical advice for improving your life. Surprisingly, some of the same techniques that can help you become more successful in business can help you get fitter, leaner, and healthier.
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