Our first mission is nutrition education. Read recent articles about All subjects. http://www.NaturalGrocers.com en-us http://www.naturalgrocers.com/rssfeed.php?topic=All 2009-11-19 Summary: Homeopathy is a category of safe, all natural medicines with no side effects and no negative drug interactions. Adults and children can find fast relief from common health challenges like allergies, asthma, anxiety, earaches, sleeplessness, ar ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=348 2009-11-19 Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), a vitamin-like nutrient, plays an essential role in cellular energy production, and a small number of cardiologists have successfully used it to treat cardiomyopathy and heart failure, both diseases of the heart muscle. In ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=347 2009-11-19 Cutting calories and moderately increasing protein intake leads to substantially greater loss of body fat, compared with just cutting calories, according to a study conducted at the University of Illinois, Urbana. Donald K. Layman, PhD, and hi ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=346 2009-11-19 Two new studies add evidence supporting the role of omega-3 fish oils in reducing the risk of prostate and colon cancer. In the first study, John S. Witte, PhD, of the University of California, San Francisco, and his colleagues compared the diet ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=345 2009-11-19 A natural compound found in broccoli sprouts and other cruciferous vegetables improves the ability of nasal cells to detoxify, or break down, and dispose of hazardous chemicals, which may blunt the effect of nasal allergies. The compound, called ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=344 2009-11-19 Men who consume ample vitamin C from either foods or supplements have a relatively low incidence of gout, and the risk of gout drops even further as vitamin C intake increases. \"Gout is the most common type of inflammatory arthritis in m ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=343 2009-11-19 Supplements of probiotics -- representative species of \"good\" bacteria that inhabit our guts -- can help prevent stomach flu and diarrhea. They can also improve mood and reduce anxiety, according to a new study. The gut has been descri ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=342 2009-11-19 Despite the worldwide economic recession, one type of business seems to be profiting: candy shops. Most of us have our comfort foods. It may be chicken soup, a slice of pizza, or a chunk of chocolate. A recent article in the New York Times repo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=341 2009-11-19 Vitamin D plays diverse and profound roles in health -- it lowers the risk of weak muscles and bones, cancer, heart disease, and depression. But the latest -- and very troubling -- news is that the average blood levels of vitamin D among Americans ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=340 2009-11-19 Green tea, brewed or extracted, may help you dodge the big C. Has anything garnered more health-news headlines lately than green tea? It seems that every time you turn around a new study is published that links this venerable beverage to ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=339 2009-11-19 Stock your kitchen with these tasty and health promoting herbs and spices. Salt and pepper may be the most common food seasonings -- after all, you\'ll find them on almost every table -- but after a while, they add a boring \"sameness\" t ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=338 2009-11-03 Karen Falbo, CN 2 cups raw or toasted almond slivers 2 cups unsweetened, coconut flakes 1 package creamed coconut (7 oz) 1 1/2 cups almond butter 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 T. vanilla 3 T. honey 2 T. cocoa powder or roasted carob powder ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=337 2009-11-03 Adapted from Sunburst Farm Family Cookbook Makes 24 cookies 1 cup butter or coconut oil 2 eggs 1/2 cup coconut sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups flour 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped 1/2 cup fruit sweetened preserve ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=336 2009-11-03 Recipe by Jeanne Marie Martin from Vegan Delights 1 cups tapioca flour 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp arrowroot powder Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Chill slightly before spreading on cooled cookies. R ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=335 2009-11-03 Adapted from celiac.com 1 3/4 cups GF flour mix (plus more for rolling cookies) 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 1/2 tsp xanthan gum 1/2 tsp ginger powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp ground cloves 1/8 tsp sea salt 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup coconut sugar ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=334 2009-11-03 1/2 tsp coconut oil 2 cups raw pecans 4 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/8 tsp each ground nutmeg and ground cloves 1/4 tsp sea salt Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease baking sheet with coconut oil. Com ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=333 2009-11-03 As men age, their prostates become an increasing source of trouble. In fact, by age 50, men are 50 percent more likely to develop benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate, and by age 80 they are between 80-90 percent more likely to de ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=332 2009-11-03 The unmistakable smell of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, mingled together in just the right combination. The sound of grandmother\'s humming as a spoon gently clanks against the bowl. The feeling of warmth that wafts over my face as I open the oven to ch ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=331 2009-11-02 Here at Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage we are aware that many of our customers have concerns about the upcoming cold and flu season. This summer we have not seen the typical lull in outbreaks of infection; this has increased the concern that during ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=330 2009-10-15 Charlie Chaplin, Atopic Dermatitis and Other Allergies Jacob Schor ND FABNO September 26, 2009 I was watching a Charlie Chaplin movie the other morning when the alarm clock went off. Actually I was dreaming a Charlie Chaplin movie when the radio t ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=329 2009-10-15 October 7, 2009 I've known the author of this article, Jeffrey Smith since 1972. I tell you this because at first glance it's hard to believe this is serious; I want to discount it as the ravings of an eccentric conspiracy theorist. My long forme ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=328 2009-11-02 What to do when you\'ve got the flu October 15, 2009 Jacob Schor ND, FABNO Well this flu thing is sure getting around. Up to now we\'ve been focusing on what to do to prevent the flu. But for those of you sitting in bed sick, prevention doesn' ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=327 2009-10-12 Serves 6 This is a great make-ahead dish that tastes just as good leftover. 8oz. bag frozen hash browns, thawed and drained; try Alexia(c) or Cascadian Farms(r) 3 large eggs 1/2 cup half-and-half 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup diced red pepper 1/ ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=325 2009-10-12 Serves 1 1 Dr. Praeger\'s(c) frozen spinach pancake 1 tsp coconut oil 1 tsp butter 1 egg Salsa Sea salt and pepper Heat coconut oil over medium heat in a small skillet; add frozen spinach pancake and saute, about 4 minutes each side. Me ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=324 2009-10-12 Serves 2 Adapted from Delicious Living magazine 1/2 cup canned coconut milk 1 cup milk, or milk substitute such as almond or rice milk 1/2 cup pineapple juice 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 banana 2-3 Tbsp whey protein powder Combine coco ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=323 2009-10-12 Skipping breakfast can lead to a host of health problems for children and adults Each morning when Miss Maclear\'s class begins the day she is prepared to deal with some students who will not be able to focus or remember the information covered ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=322 2009-10-12 The gluten-intolerant diet should be based on healthy, simple foods like meat and poultry, fish, eggs, nuts, legumes, fruits, and vegetables. But when you have a craving for pasta, pizza, or baked goods that typically use gluten-based flours, there ar ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=321 2009-10-12 Could gluten be wreaking havoc in your gut? Lately you may have noticed a surge of gluten-free products showing up on store shelves -- gluten-free breads, cookies and crackers, gluten-free vitamins, and even gluten-free body care products. Ther ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=320 2009-10-07 It is not unusual for me to hear from patients that they are thrilled to see their total cholesterol, or that of their loved ones go down. Apparently, not only are some of my patients thrilled, but apparently the MD\'s are thrilled as well. The only on ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=319 2009-10-13 Before I start this discussion I must confess I have omitted discussing vitamin D and osteoporosis. Most practitioners consider Vitamin D as an essential ingredient in any treatment plan for osteoporosis to the degree I take it for granted and would li ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=318 2009-09-30 A daily supplement containing several nutrients can enhance normal repair of genes and inhibit abnormal gene activity in women with breast cancer. Panchanatham Sachdanandam, PhD, of the University of Madras, India, and his colleagues treated 84 ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=316 2009-09-30 High intake of fish and two key omega-3 fats, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are associated with a significantly lower risk of depression, according to a new study of 3,317 men and women. Laura A. Colangelo, MS, of t ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=315 2009-09-30 One of the principal omega-3 fats, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), can lower several markers of inflammation in men with elevated triglyceride levels. Both high levels of inflammation and triglycerides are established risk factors for heart disease ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=314 2009-09-30 A century ago, spending time in the sun -- a great way to make vitamin D -- was one of the main treatments for tuberculosis. Three years ago, researchers identified the mechanism -- vitamin D is needed to make a potent infection fighting immune c ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=313 2009-09-30 One of the least appreciated aspects of nutrition involves the body\'s acid-alkaline balance, or pH. Some foods, such as grains and meats, lead to an acidic pH. Other foods, including all fresh fruits and vegetables, lead to either a neutral or s ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=312 2009-09-30 A study of almost 300,000 men and 200,000 women has found that high dietary intake of calcium appears related to a relatively low risk of developing cancer. Yikyung Park, ScD, of the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, analyzed dat ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=311 2009-09-30 Many people remain skeptical of a clear body-mind connection -- that our life experiences and emotions can have a profound effect on our hard-wired biology. While animal studies have clearly shown that a mother\'s style of nurturing can affect he ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=310 2009-09-30 Large supplemental amounts of three B-complex vitamins can significantly lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in women, according to a study by researchers at the Harvard Medical School. AMD is the most common cause of blindn ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=309 2009-09-30 ALA helps fight nerve damage caused by diabetes... and more. For some people the constant tingling in their feet is the worst part. Others feel like their feet are being stabbed or burned, or that their extremities are simply lifeless. All these ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=308 2009-09-30 Talk with the parents of young children and you\'ll find that a common concern is their kids\' attention span and ability to learn. The brain is particularly sensitive to poor nutrition, and the first signs of nutritional deficiencies or imbalanc ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=306 2009-09-30 Your brain needs more than fuel to run smoothly. In fact, good brain health is really about good nutrition. If you could look inside your brain, you\'d find six trillion cells and a biological computer far more complex than anything ever create ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=305 2009-11-07 Summary: When your skin is not at its best, regardless of your age, you can significantly improve its functioning. Learn how natural ingredients can provide the body with nutrients to benefit difficult issues like dark spots, rosacea, skin fungal and b ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=301 2009-10-12 Summary: Do you know what contributes to the development of breast cancer? What power do you have to reduce your risk? Tirza Derflinger, co-author of the information packed book, Better Breast Health for Life! will shed light on these questions. Learn ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=300 2009-11-07 Summary: The transition to gluten-free living can be daunting but never fear, the Nutritional Health Coaches (NHC) are here! Join Natural Grocers' NHCs to learn the basics for the healthiest approach to gluten-free living including meal planning, shopp ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=299 2009-10-12 Summary: Learn why symptoms of depression, anxiety, inability to manage stress, insomnia, irritability, memory loss, panic attacks and poor motivation are associated with poor brain health and what you can do about it. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=298 2009-09-16 Our skin absorbs what we put on it learn which ingredients to avoid, which to include and what determines quality; plus how to make your own garden cosmetics. Colorado grown, Lily Organics will give away two skin care gift sets at each seminar and everyo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=297 2009-09-16 By Heather Pratt, CNT Serves 4 1 tbsp coconut oil 3 cups carrots, chopped 1 large red onion, chopped 1 1/2\" piece of ginger, grated 3 cups broth 1/2 can coconut milk In a medium-sized sauce pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=296 2009-09-16 From Cooking with Coconut Flour , Bruce Fife, ND Makes 18 cookies 1/2 cup peanut or almond butter 1/2 cup honey 2 tbsp coconut oil 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 cup sifted coconut flour 1 cup flaked coconut 1 cup toasted almonds, coarsely chopped ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=295 2009-09-16 Adapted from Fine Cooking magazine Serves 4 1 tbsp coconut oil 1/2 tsp black mustard seeds 3 medium onions, thinly sliced 1/4 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves 1 clove garlic, minced 1 inch piece of ginger, minced 2 lbs. chicken thi ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=294 2009-09-16 To many, coconut seems like an exotic treat -- something you might encounter on a tropical vacation or at a luau-themed party. But in tropical climates where they readily grow, virtually every part of the coconut tree is used everyday for everyt ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=293 2009-09-16 Tired? Run down? Burned out? Worn out? Exhausted? One of every four people admits to feeling tired much of the time. And a recent survey, conducted by the Hartman Group, which tracks consumer trends, found that one-third of Americans say they h ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=292 2009-09-15 ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=291 2009-09-04 Summary: Unable to fall asleep? Waking up in the middle of the night? Feeling un-rested in the morning? 8 wonderful hours of peaceful slumber are not only obtainable for all but come with many health benefits as well. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=284 2009-08-29 High-dose supplemental docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), one of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils, aids brain development in baby girls born prematurely, according to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association . The extra DHA did ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=266 2009-08-29 Researchers from England and Pakistan have reported that large amounts of supplemental vitamin B1 (thiamine) can reduce microalbuminuria in patients with type-2 diabetes. Microalbuminuria refers to excess urinary excretion of albumin, a protein, usual ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=265 2009-08-29 High blood levels of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), one of the key omega-3 fats found in fish oils, is strongly associated with a low risk of benign breast cysts and breast cancer. Jackilen Shannon, PhD, of Oregon Health Sciences University, Portlan ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=264 2009-08-29 Several B vitamins are known to lower blood levels of homocysteine, a risk factor for coronary artery disease and stroke. But recent studies have yielded conflicting findings on the benefits of B vitamins in heart disease. The latest study along t ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=263 2009-08-29 Pycnogenol®, a proprietary antioxidant complex obtained from French maritime pine bark, can significantly reduce side effects from chemotherapy and radiation in cancer patients. Gianni Belcaro, MD, PhD, of Gabriele D\'Annunzio University, ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=262 2009-08-29 Our understanding of healthy bones got a little more complicated late last year, the consequence of an eye-opening study on serotonin and bone health. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that influences mood. General medical opinion is that low seroto ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=261 2009-08-29 Vitamin K has been garnering plenty of interest in nutrition circles, and the latest study has found that supplements of this vitamin can reduce the risk of bone fractures and cancer in women. Angela M. Cheung, MD, PhD, of the University of To ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=260 2009-08-29 Alpha GPC is just one of many \'neuronutrients\' that act as building blocks for neurotransmitters in the brain. The following nutrients are known to support cognitive function, including memory and mental sharp ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=259 2009-08-28 Summary: A down-to-earth discussion for men and women by nutritional expert Roslyn Rogers about balancing hormones for a healthy heart, strong bones, weight management, energy and great digestion for creating the best and healthiest years of your life. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=254 2009-08-17 Recently, I have started to suggest to patients that they take grape seed extract (GSE) to reduce menopausal symptoms, especially hot flashes. There is a problem with this, though. Theoretically, grape seed extract should not help hot flashes. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=215 2009-08-17 If there\'s any herb with an exotic cachet, it\'s ginseng. This elusive prize has drawn \'seng hunters deep into the cool northern forests in which it thrives; in China ginseng was thought to morph into a person or bird to evade capture. The ench ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=214 2009-08-06 Summary: Join Susan Mead, author of Take Back Your Body to learn the magic of effective, simple, and low-cost tricks that can ease menopause symptoms (and so much more that comes with aging) without resorting to drugs and surgery. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=193 2009-08-06 GABA, or gamma-aminobutyric acid, is an amino acid and neurotransmitter that many nutritionally oriented physicians use to calm patients with anxiety. Uses Supplements of GABA can promote relaxation, buffer stress, and may even strengthen imm ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=192 2009-08-04 Did you realize that the foods your children eat could affect their mood and behavior both at school and at home? The purpose of this discussion is to enlighten you to food choices and patterns of eating that optimize mental energy, physical energy and ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=189 2009-08-06 Summary: Neurotransmitters are the hormones of the brain; helping us to relate, react and remember the world around us. At this talk, Dr. Scott Monk will help you understand how these critical chemicals work and what you need to do to support them. Comm ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=182 2009-08-06 Summary: Toxins are everywhere in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. A lifetime of exposure to these can cause serious consequences to your health such as headaches, fatigue and weakness, yeast infections and even cancer and he ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=181 2009-08-03 Eating two eggs for breakfast, combined with a reduced-calorie diet, leads to substantial weight loss within eight weeks, compared with eating a bagel for breakfast. Nikhil V. Dhurandhar, PhD, of the Pennington Biochemical Research Center, Bat ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=178 2009-08-03 Low blood levels of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and vitamin D may increase the risk of death from heart failure, according to two recent studies. CoQ10 supplements have been used by some cardiologists in the United States and Japan to treat heart failur ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=177 2009-08-03 A specific strain of probiotics -- good bacteria that live in the digestive tract -- can cut in half the risk of infants developing eczema, according to a study conducted at the University of Otago in New Zealand. Kristen Wickens, PhD, and her ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=176 2009-08-03 Vitamin B12 supplements were first used in the treatment of migraine headaches almost 50 years ago, but recent studies have produced conflicting results. The reason may be related to not properly diagnosing a deficiency of vitamin B12. Levels ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=175 2009-08-03 A combination of silybin, an extract of the herb milk thistle, and vitamin E improved liver function in people with either chronic hepatitis C infection or fatty liver. Jacopo Vecchiet, MD, of the Gabriele d'Annunzio University, Italy, and his ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=174 2009-08-03 Taking a low-potency multivitamin and multi-mineral supplement is enough to improve cognition function in apparently healthy children, according to a study conducted at Northumbria University in England. David O. Kennedy, PhD, and his colleagu ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=173 2009-08-03 A recent study -- in human cells and mice -- was published in the journal Cancer Research and immediately followed by newspaper and internet headlines screaming that vitamin C interfered with the cancer-killing effect of several chemotherapeutic ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=172 2009-08-03 A recent article in the New England Journal of Medicine touted the benefits of statin drugs, such as Lipitor, for lowering levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker and promoter of inflammation. But dietary changes and supplements work just a ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=171 2009-08-03 Five More Tips for Protecting Your Eyes You can take several more steps to protect your eyes and reduce your long-term risk of eye disease. First , don\'t smoke tobacco and don\'t ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=170 2009-08-03 You\'re running late for work, the kids need breakfast, the dog needs a walk, not to mention the economy is in a freefall and it looks like you may lose your health insurance. It\'s enough to make even the most grounded person lose it. These days, ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=169 2009-08-04 Summary: Vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin is well known for its effects on supporting bone health. But this powerhouse nutrient also strongly supports healthy immune function, reduces a person\'s risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancer, and supports h ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=165 2009-07-30 The omega-3 polyunsaturated acid DHA is essential for perinatal brain and retinal development and maintenance of neurologic function throughout life. Because of U.S. dietary trends, DHA deficiency is becoming more common. Docosahexaenoic acid-bett ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=158 2009-07-24 Why eat food? Food is the best source of nutrients necessary for proper growth, disease prevention, and to achieve our maximum potential. Without adequate amounts of these nutrients, our brains and bodies cannot functional properly, immunity is comprom ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=146 2009-07-23 Why eat food? Food is the best source of nutrients necessary for proper growth, disease prevention, and to achieve our maximum potential. Without adequate amounts of these nutrients, our brains and bodies cannot functional properly, immunity is comprom ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=145 2009-07-23 As Old Man Winter blows into our lives, we begin to worry about the health of our children. An important ingredient to the \"recipe of wellness\" for children and adults alike is a strong and healthy immune system. Our immune system fights ou ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=144 2009-07-23 Most all foods marketed to the smaller consumer are anything but nourishing. It is important to remember that food and the nutrients it contains are what build the body and brain, prevent disease, and allow us to achieve our maximum potential. It is ap ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=143 2009-10-12 Gluten-Free Grains and Flours Acorn - does not bind well. Is excellent in chocolate and spice products. Almond - works well in breads, pastries and cakes. Can use as coarse bits or flour. Amaranth - whole grain can be cooked as a cere ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=139 2009-07-23 Insulin resistance leads to a world of trouble but Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity related metabolic disorders are not insurmountable. Join us to learn which action steps the body needs for repair and recovery. For more recorded ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=138 2009-07-20 This meal takes full advantage of summer\'s bounty and is easy and quick to prepare. Serves 4 Peach Salsa 3 ripe peaches, pits and skin removed and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1 small jalapeno chopped (remove the seeds for a m ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=134 2009-07-20 One of the founding principles of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is a commitment to quality. We are also committed to our customers\' health and the health of the environment. That is why Natural Grocers only sells certified organic produce -- you ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=131 2009-07-20 \"When you can eat just about anything nature has to offer, deciding what you should eat will inevitably stir anxiety.\" - Michael Pollan in The Omnivore\'s Dilemma The myriad of diets being pushed by everyone from health experts ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=130 2009-11-17 Nutritional and Herbal Supplements to Prevent Altitude Sickness . The Rocky Mountains draw thousands of visitors each year, and whether here to hit the slopes in the winter or hike a \"fourteener\" in the summer, they come for a relaxing ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=112 2009-07-13 In September 2007, the USDA began requiring that all almonds grown in California and sold as raw in the United States be sanitized via pasteurization. This decision was prompted by two outbreaks of Salmonella in the early 2000s that were traced back to ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=111 2009-07-27 Do you ever feel frazzled or stressed out? Have you been dealing with allergies or asthma? How about mood swings? Do you feel fatigued, experience headaches, suffer from insomnia, or find it hard to lose weight? What about cravings for salty or sugary ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=110 2009-07-13 Nutrients to Maximize a Child\'s Full Brain Potential Attention deficient disorder (ADD) or ADD with hyperactivity (ADHD) have steadily become a leading diagnosis in school-age children. The primary treatment is prescription drugs (e.g. Ritalin), w ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=109 2009-10-12 This information is based on manufacturers\' written statements, phone calls to the manufacturer, and careful reading of labels. Be sure to read all labels regardless of this list. You may also want to contact companies yourself, since there are so man ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=107 2009-10-12 2007 gluten-free product information compiled from the Gluten-Free Products List published by the Denver Metro Chapter CSA/USA in May of 2007. This handout lists only those products available at Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage. The Denver cha ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=106 2009-07-10 Celiac disease (CD) is a hereditary autoimmune response to the gluten proteins found in wheat, spelt, kamut, rye, triticale, barley, and perhaps oats. This means that when a person with celiac disease eats a gluten-containing food, the person\'s immune ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=105 2009-07-09 ADD (attention deficient disorder) and ADHD (attention deficient-hyperactivity disorder) are well-known, household terms these days. Many holistic professionals believe these conditions are overdiagnosed, and that drugs are prescribed far too quickly. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=104 2009-07-13 Stomach acid -- hydrochloric acid, or HCl -- is essential for good digestion. It promotes the breakdown of proteins, it\'s essential for optimal absorption of certain minerals, and it forms a barrier against bacterial and fungal pathogens that might ot ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=103 2009-07-09 Acetyl-L-Carnitine What does it do? Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) is similar in form to L-carnitine, a vitamin-like compound, and also has some similar functions, such as being involved in the metabolism of food into energy. Besides cellular energy ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=102 2009-07-15 Long prized by the indigenous people of Brazil\'s Northern Amazon, the Acai berry (pronounced AH-SIGH-EE) is only now being validated by modern science as a remarkable fruit. Known to Brazilians as the fruit of the \"Tree of Life,\" acai is a ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=101 2009-07-09 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is the intermediate between tryptophan and serotonin. It is used by the body to make serotonin, an important substance for normal nerve and brain function. Serotonin appears to play significant roles in sleep, emotional moods, ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=100 2009-08-06 Summary: Hair coloring chemicals may be harmful to your health and the environment but there are alternatives. Learn how to be beautiful without the toxic mess! Referenced Documents What your Hair Dress Won\'t Tell You - Seminar Slides ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=99 2009-07-08 Long summer days mean backyard barbeques, afternoons spent by the lake, and hikes in the woods. They also mean the return of annoying bugs like mosquitoes, gnats, chiggers, and ticks. These irritating insects can put a damper on any outdoor adve ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=98 2009-07-06 Nowadays, a lot of folks are eating healthier. As empty processed diets are slowly but surely being restored to more wholesome foods, a more conscious society is emerging. More than ever it is important to understand how natural foods can help us ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=97 2009-07-23 Learn how to optimize liver health, improve digestion, properly detox and build lasting health. For more recorded Nutrition Seminars, please Visit NaturalGrocers.com or NaturalSpeakers.com To see a schedule of upcoming Nutrition ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=96 2009-11-07 Beyond Celiac Disease, gluten intolerance is currently being estimated to affect 81% of the American Population. Come learn more about the signs and symptoms of gluten intolerance with regard to gastrointestinal health, digestive enzymes and leak ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=95 2009-06-22 Nutrition education has always been one of the cornerstones of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage\'s business philosophy. We believe that in order for people to achieve optimal health, the resources must be available for them to educate themselves to ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=94 2009-06-22 High intake of the B-vitamin folic acid from diet and supplements was associated with a 22 percent decrease in the risk of breast cancer over 10 years, in a study of 35,000 postmenopausal women. Researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=93 2009-06-22 The amino acid L-arginine is the precursor to nitric oxide, a compound needed for normal endothelial function, blood vessel tone, and blood pressure. Chinese researchers analyzed the findings of 13 clinical trials using L-arginine supplements. Th ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=92 2009-06-22 Black raspberries may help prevent esophageal cancers, according to a study with laboratory rats. Researchers at Ohio State University fed rats different types of extracts from black raspberries. Fractions rich in anthocyanidins, a family of anti ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=91 2009-06-22 Several fractions of vitamin E were associated with a substantially lower risk of lung cancer, according to researchers at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. High intake of alpha tocopherol, beta tocopherol, and gamma tocopherol were all relate ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=90 2009-06-22 Large numbers of tiny benign growths called skin tags are strongly associated with elevated blood sugar and insulin, both signs of prediabetes, according to a study by researchers at the University of Andres Bello in Chile. In general, having eight or ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=89 2009-06-22 Researchers from the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston analyzed blood levels of vitamin D in 128 boys and girls with type-1 diabetes. The subjects ranged in age from about 10 to 13 years old. Only one of every four subjects had adequate levels of vitam ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=88 2009-06-22 The use of cranberry extract is almost as good as a prescription medication for the treatment of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), and in some respects it\'s even better, according to a study by Scottish researchers. Marion E.T. McMurdo, ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=87 2009-06-22 N-acetylcysteine, a potent antioxidant and a common treatment for Tylenol overdose, may also be useful in helping people recover from toxic exposures to pesticides, according to a case history reported by physicians in Turkey. Murat Ozsarac, MD, a ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=86 2009-06-22 Chronic pancreatitis is a progressive and painful disease that affects an estimated 46,000 Americans. It is most often caused by alcohol abuse and gallstones. But taking a cocktail of antioxidants can significantly reduce the pain associated with panc ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=85 2009-06-22 A family of plant nutrients called glyconutrients may help patients with myasthenia gravis (MG), an autoimmune disease that affects the control of muscles, according to a study conducted at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Wor ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=84 2009-06-22 The omega-3 fish oils get most of the attention when it comes to natural anti-inflammatory fats, but gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 oil from plants, also has potent anti-inflammatory properties. In two related studies, Marc E. Surette, PhD ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=83 2009-06-22 Dietary fiber is good for health, but many people may be overlooking the most important type. People generally think of fiber as roughage, or insoluble fiber, the indigestible parts of vegetables and fruits that sweep through the gut like a broom. But ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=82 2009-06-22 Several years ago I wrote about a disturbing example of what George Orwell called \"double-think\" -- holding simultaneous contradictory views. At the time I focused on mammography, which has often been promoted for \"preventing\" ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=81 2009-06-22 Doctors have known for decades that high blood levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) reflect inflammation in the body. In the late 1990s, Harvard Medical School physicians developed a relatively inexpensive test to measure very small changes in CRP lev ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=80 2009-06-14 Most health professionals agree that everyone should take a daily multivitamin to fill in those \"nutritional gaps,\" but with so many choices, how do you know which multi is best for you? Here is a breakdown of the basic types to help ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=79 2009-06-15 Recent medical headlines have eagerly touted the so-called health benefits of statins -- Crestor and other cholesterol-lowering drugs -- even for people with normal cholesterol levels. These headlines were based on results from the JUPITER trial ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=78 2009-06-14 Recently there have been a handful of studies criticizing the use of vitamin supplements to prevent or cure disease. These studies, though they are few compared to the studies touting the benefits of vitamins, have made national headline news -- Mu ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=77 2009-06-10 May 15, 2009 Today\'s Denver Post contains a front page story from the Associated Press reporting that ginger extracts reduce nausea caused by chemotherapy. It is an interesting story but hardly front page news. We\'ve been using ginger for th ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=76 2009-06-10 June 8, 2009 The big study making news last fall was the Jupiter Trial. That was the gigantic study that monitored c-reactive protein in healthy people with normal cholesterol levels who took an outrageously expensive statin drug called Crestor. T ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=75 2009-06-10 May 16, 2009 This newsletter is rather reference dense. Footnotes have been omitted in this version. The web posted version contains abstracts of all citations and can be viewed at: http://denvernaturopathic.com/melatoninandGIT.htm Modern l ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=74 2009-06-10 ASCO Season: It starts with tamoxifen and SSRIs not mixing June 1, 2009 The 45th annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncologists is underway. Articles are appearing in our local newspaper about the new findings being reported. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=73 2009-06-01 Two new studies show that taking supplements of omega-3 fish oils leads to a significant reduction in deaths and hospitalizations due to cardiac problems. In the first study, published in the British Medical Journal in late December 2008, resea ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=72 2009-06-01 Makes just over 6 cups 6 tea bags (white tea) 2 cups freshly-boiled water 3 cups cold water 1.5 cups pineapple juice Cover tea with boiling water and allow to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove tea bags and add cold water and pineapple juice ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=71 2009-06-01 Makes 1 quart 5 tea bags (black, oolong, or green) 1 inch piece of fresh ginger 1 quart water Honey, to taste Thinly slice ginger and crush it. Bring water to a boil. Add crushed ginger and tea bags; reduce heat to low. Steep over low heat ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=70 2009-06-01 Makes 1 quart 2-3 tea bags (black or oolong) 2 cups freshly-boiled water 2 cups raspberry juice 1/4 cup honey Cover tea with boiling water and allow to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove tea bags and mix tea with raspberry juice and honey. W ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=69 2009-06-01 Makes 6 cups 3 tea bags or 3 tsp loose tea (black, oolong, or green) 3 tsp loose mint 2 cups freshly-boiled water 3 cups cold water 1 cup cold apple juice Fresh lime slices (optional) Fresh mint (optional) Cover tea and mint with boilin ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=68 2009-06-02 Tea Recipes: Cool Minty Tea Raspberry Honey Iced Tea Ginger Iced Tea Pineapple Ref ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=67 2009-06-02 A fiber from this popular grain can help improve your circulation. Who hasn\'t enjoyed tucking into a warm bowl of oatmeal on a cold winter\'s day? Whether consumed as a hot breakfast, in baked goods, or as part of such healthy goodies as grano ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=66 2009-05-20 N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is one of the most versatile of all dietary supplements, and is used in both conventional and complementary medicine. It is a potent antioxidant and a precursor to glutathione, the most powerful antioxidant made by the bo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=65 2009-05-15 Until recently it\'s been a scientific mystery why the French, who are known for indulging in fat-laden meals, have such clean bills of heart health. Scientists now suspect that the red wine on French tables -- specifically the resveratrol found i ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=64 2009-05-03 Australian researchers placed 32 asthmatic men and women on a low-antioxidant diet for 10 days, during which their symptoms grew worse. They were then asked to drink tomato juice with 45 mg of lycopene, take tomato extract capsules containing 45 mg of l ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=63 2009-05-05 Researchers at Tufts University in Boston fed laboratory mice a diet deficient in three B vitamins -- B6, B12, and folate -- for 10 weeks. The animals\' levels of homocysteine -- a risk factor for heart disease and stroke -- increased seven times more t ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=62 2009-05-03 Italian researchers analyzed 12 international studies that included 1.5 million people. They found that people consuming a Mediterranean-style diet had a 9 percent lower risk of death, a 9 percent lower risk of death from cardiovascular diseases, a 6 pe ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=61 2009-05-03 Clinical trials of zinc lozenges in the treatment of the common cold have led to conflicting findings. In a new study, conducted at Wayne State University, Detroit, researchers gave either zinc lozenges (13.3 mg zinc acetate) or placebos to 59 patients ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=60 2009-05-03 According to organizations devoted to protecting the environment, including the Sierra Club and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), we are exposed to literally tens of thousands of chemicals and contaminants every day. In fact, the EPA esti ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=59 2009-04-23 May be First Retail Chain in the Nation; Has Customers\' Support Lakewood, CO, April, 22, 2009-- On Earth Day 2009, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage stores will be among the first in the nation to go completely \"bag free,\" offering no ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=58 2009-04-21 Please help the planet and fight for its health. Natural Grocers believes in not only reusing, recycling and promoting recyclable packaging, but in contributing to groups dedicated to revitalizing the planet\'s crucial ecosystem. Our combined s ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=57 2009-04-21 Continued from Is Your \"Natural\" Meat Also Naturally-Raised ? When choosing grass-fed beef, or using leaner varieties of red meat such as ostrich, buffalo, and wild game, keep in mind these few simple tips to ensure the best taste ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=56 2009-04-27 Since the beginning of human existence, man has relied on animals as a source of food. Our Paleolithic ancestors sometimes acquired up to 50 percent of the calories in their diet from hunting, and even as early humans began to settle down and farm, ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=55 2009-04-21 On Earth day 2008, many of you will remember, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage discontinued the use of our plastic shopping bags. Since then we have gone one step further and opened our newest stores as bag-free stores. We have seen such a show of s ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=54 2009-04-13 Resveratrol, increasingly considered a life-extension nutrient, may have benefits in relatively small amounts, according to a new animal study. About 10 years ago, researchers discovered that resveratrol, an antioxidant found in red wine, activated ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=53 2009-04-13 Physicians often have difficulty treating depression in people with bipolar disorder, formerly called manic-depression. Both depression and bipolar disorder are often accompanied with low levels of glutathione, a key antioxidant made by the body. As ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=52 2009-04-13 Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), one of the principal anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, can reduce symptoms of eczema, a common skin disease. Margitta Worm, PhD, of the Charite University of Medicine, Berlin, and her colleagues treated 53 patients, ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=51 2009-04-13 Supplements containing a mix of amino acids - the building blocks of protein - can increase muscle mass and reduce pre-diabetic symptoms among seniors, according to a new study by Italian researchers. \"Skeletal muscle is the largest single amo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=50 2009-04-13 Vitamin D is on the fast-track toward nutritional sainthood -- that is, of being declared a miracle vitamin. Indeed, the research shows that vitamin D is required for healthy bones and to maintain the skeletal muscles that hold our bones in place. It he ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=49 2009-04-13 Hot flashes, night sweats, and severe mood swings are, for many women, the most common symptoms associated with menopause, and until recently hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was the most common conventional treatment. But since a landmark 2002 ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=48 2009-04-03 Amid Outbreak of Salmonella Contaminated Peanut Butters, Justin\'s Sees Increase in Sales Volume and Product Interest Boulder, CO January 18, 2009 - Justin\'s Nut Butter reported their second highest sales volume in the history of the company ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=47 2009-04-03 WHAT IS UMCKA? The South African geranium root (Pelargonium sidoides), or "Umckaloabo," has been used for hundreds of years by traditional South African tribal healers to remedy colds and respiratory infections, but was only introduced to the Western ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=46 2009-04-03 Vitamin D can protect the heart, lower the risk of some cancers, treat seasonal affective disorder, and much more, but most people aren't getting optimal levels of this essential vitamin. A supplement that could significantly cut the risk of develo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=45 2009-03-30 If you\'d like to live to a ripe old age, you might make sure you're getting at least 1,000 IU of vitamin D daily. Three new studies have found that people with high blood levels of vitamin D are less likely to die from any cause, including heart di ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=44 2009-03-23 Researchers from Japan and the United Kingdom studied the effects of chamomile extracts on blood sugar in laboratory rats. They found that hot water extracts of chamomile - essentially, a tea - lowered blood sugar levels. The researchers noted th ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=43 2009-03-23 Researchers at Cornell University analyzed the antioxidant activity of fruits. They found that pomegranate seeds and berries (blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries) had the highest antioxidant activity of 25 tested fruits. Bananas and melons ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=42 2009-03-23 The herb Ginkgo biloba has long been recommended to improve memory. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine reported that standardized extracts of the herb ginkgo can prevent or reduce brain damage after a stroke. The study use ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=41 2009-03-23 Pycnogenol, an antioxidant extract derived from French maritime pine bark, has well-documented anti-inflammatory benefits. Researchers from Slovakia used Pycnogenol to treat 100 patients with knee osteoarthritis. They were given 150 mg of Pycnogenol ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=40 2009-03-23 The herb St. John\'s wort has been generally recommended for treating mild to moderate depression. However, in an analysis of 29 studies involving almost 5,500 patients, German researchers found that St. John\'s wort was more effective than placebos and ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=39 2009-03-23 Researchers at Tufts University studied the vitamin C intake and risk of osteoporosis among 5,200 elderly men and women. Dietary vitamin C protected against bone loss, whereas a combination of dietary and supplemental vitamin C protected against bone lo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=38 2009-03-23 N-acetylcysteine (NAC) can help resolve drug-resistant ear infections, according to a small study involving seven patients. Won-Taek Choe, MD, of the California Ear Institute, Palo Alto, and his colleagues treated seven patients, ages 11 to 81 yea ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=37 2009-03-23 Considerable evidence points to the important role of vitamin D in preventing breast cancer. But a new study suggests that high levels of vitamin D may be especially protective against estrogen-positive breast cancer, the most common type. Kristina ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=36 2009-03-23 Consuming fish before the age of nine months seems to reduce the risk of eczema in infants, according to a study by Swedish researchers. Eczema is a type of skin inflammation also described as atopic dermatitis. Bernt Alm, MD, PhD, of the Universi ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=35 2009-03-23 Increasing research has pointed to the importance of vitamin K in maintaining normal glucose tolerance - i.e., resistance to diabetes. Now, researchers at Tufts University have found that modest supplemental amounts of vitamin K do in fact improve sever ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=34 2009-03-23 Diets high in omega-6 fats increase the risk of breast cancer in women, but heterocyclic amines -- byproducts created by cooking meat and fish at high temperatures -- do not, according to a study by Swedish researchers. Emily Sonestedt, PhD, of Lund ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=33 2009-03-23 Up to 70 percent of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy experience a form of attention deficit and impaired memory called \"chemo brain.\" But an animal study suggests that this type of brain fog can be prevented with supplemental N-acetyl ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=32 2009-03-23 Elevated blood sugar levels reduce alertness and interfere with normal thinking processes. They can also lead to abnormalities in brain structure. But a new study shows that taking vitamin C and E supplements can block the cognitive impairment - that is ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=31 2009-03-23 Leading up to the recent election, the major American political parties often talked about \"staying on message\" - that is, remaining focused on repeating their particular issues, whether about the economy or the war in Iraq. The same concept ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=30 2009-03-25 Dreaming of a Good Night\'s Sleep? Try these natural sleep aids to carry you through the night. Do you have trouble falling asleep at night, even after an exhausting day? Perhaps you have no problem falling asleep, but you find yourself wide awak ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=29 2009-03-16 Crying, whining, ear-tugging: What parent or grandparent hasn\'t witnessed the classic toddler reaction to an ear infection? That\'s because otitis media, the scientific name for ear infections involving the middle ear, is so common among young chi ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=28 2009-03-09 This meal incorporates several great bonebuilding foods and makes enough to serve a family of four. Better yet, the total cost is just under $20. To boost the bone-building potential of this meal serve it with mineral water garnished with fresh lemo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=27 2009-03-09 There is a surprising new therapy to increase bone density that may decrease the odds of fracturing a femur or hip as one gets older. Recall the movie, Karate Kid , and download from your memory the image of the kid, balancing on one foot on a lo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=26 2009-03-09 Soda is a serious threat to bone health , not to mention overall health. There are so many good reasons to eliminate soda, yet for many it can be a difficult habit to break. Try one of these alternati ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=25 2009-03-10 You know it\'s important to have strong bones, but do you know how to build and maintain them? Sorry, your morning glass of milk doesn\'t count. Furthermore, do you know the lifestyle, medical, and dietary factors that may weaken your bones? Unfort ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=24 2009-03-03 Low levels of vitamin B12 are strongly associated with brain shrinkage, a condition common in people with Alzheimer\'s disease. Conversely, adequate intake of the vitamin, from foods or supplements, may have a protective effect. Writing in the ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=23 2009-03-03 Alpha-lipoic acid has been called the \"universal antioxidant,\" but the benefits of this vitaminlike nutrient go far beyond its role as an antioxidant. Alpha-lipoic acid is found in every cell of the body, and supplements have shown benefits ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=22 2009-02-23 Researchers at the University of Texas, Dallas, gave 17 subjects 9 grams of omega-3 fish oils or placebos daily for eight weeks. The fish oil supplements led to a 46 percent reduction in blood triglycerides. Other blood lipids improved as well. Ve ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=21 2009-02-23 Flavonoids, found in vegetables, fruits, and herbs, are potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. Researchers from Korea and the United States analyzed the relationship between dietary intake of flavonoids and C-reactive protein (a marker ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=20 2009-02-23 Japanese researchers used either Pycnogenol supplements or placebos to treat 116 women with premenstrual pain. The subjects were untreated during the first two of five menstrual cycles, received the supplements or placebos during the third and four ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=19 2009-02-23 Researchers from Tufts University, Boston, investigated the relationship between vitamin K1 intake and glucose tolerance in 2,719 men and women. The subjects underwent two hour oral glucose-tolerance tests to measure glucose and insulin levels and to as ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=18 2009-02-23 Researchers from Vrije University in the Netherlands analyzed the relationship between blood levels of vitamin D and parathyroid hormone and the risk of depression among 1,282 older adults. Vitamin D levels were low in 14 percent of people with minor de ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=17 2009-02-23 Several small studies on men have found that natural-source lycopene (which contains related compounds) can reduce the size of prostate tumors. In this study, researchers from the University of Missouri supplemented the diets of laboratory rats with tom ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=16 2009-02-23 All the choices in the supplement aisles -- generally a good thing -- can occasionally make for some difficult decisions. For example, I can think of at least 10 different supplements that support joint health...and another 10 that support cardiovascula ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=15 2009-02-16 4 salmon fillets 4 tbsp. olive oil, coconut oil or butter Sea salt and pepper 1 cup plain yogurt 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped Juice of one lemon 3/4 cup raw walnuts, chopped To make yogurt sauce: combine yogurt, parsley, lemon juice an ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=14 2009-02-16 Leftover bones from whole chicken 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 4 celery stocks, chopped 1 piece astragulus root 2 bay leaves 1 tsp. black peppercorns 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 16 cups cold water Place chicken bones in a ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=13 2009-02-16 Watch a video of this recipe being prepared 2 tbsp. oil (olive, coconut, or butter) 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 6 garlic cloves, minced 2\" piece fresh ginger, grated 2 jalepenos, chopped (remove seeds if you prefer less heat) 5 c ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=12 2009-02-23 Immune-Enhancing Foods Vitamin C: broccoli, bell peppers, kale, strawberries, Brussels sprouts, papaya, cantaloupe, parsley, kiwi. Vitamin A: calf's liver, milk, eggs. ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=11 2009-02-09 Giving antioxidants to severely injured trauma patients significantly increases their chances of survival, according to a study at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee. Bryan A. Cotton, MD, and his colleagues treated 2,272 ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=9 2009-02-09 Pancreatic cancer has a poor prognosis, with most patients dying within one year of diagnosis. Conventional treatment options are also limited, with only two chemotherapeutic drugs having benefits in less than 10 percent of patients. However, a new ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=8 2009-02-09 A combination of L-arginine and N-acetylcysteine (NAC) led to impressive reductions in blood pressure and other indicators of heart disease risk in a group of men with type 2 diabetes. L-arginine, an amino acid (protein building block), is the precu ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=7 2009-02-09 Many alternative and nutritionally oriented physicians administer large intravenous (IV) doses of vitamin C as an adjunct therapy in the treatment of cancer patients. The large amounts of vitamin C - 50 grams or more - increase hydrogen peroxide and amo ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=6 2009-02-09 Ads touting the benefits of particular hospitals are common in big city newspapers, but on a recent day, I was struck by the sheer number of full-page ads for hospitals. In particular, one ad read: "For a healthy heart...eat properly, exercise daily and ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=5 2009-02-09 As popular as they are, high-protein diets have remained controversial since they were popularized by Robert Atkins, MD, in the early 1970s. Do they really help people lose weight? Improve their blood sugar? Or lower blood fats? The answer to all th ... http://www.naturalgrocers.com/health_article.php?article=4