Nutrition 4 All - Health and Wellbeing

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2010-02-10T00:24:00.003Z

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Designing a Supplement Program

2008-07-01T14:37:00.043Z

Was your supplement program chosen by guess-work? Even the "educated guesswork" of a qualified professional practitioner?

Although I am a qualified nutritionist, as I devised supplement programs for clients I became increasingly concerned about the scope for unintentional error by recommending supplements that interacted badly.

Whether you are just looking to choose a supplement program for optimum health, or because you have any explained health problems, I strongly recommend that you read my article choosing a supplement program, where you will find a link to my Hair Mineral Analysis website.

Many of my clients have already used the test, and been amazed at how accurate its findings were. Thanks the the Internet, email and online payment processors I can offer this test anywhere in the world, and although most of my clients are in Europe, I have hair analysis clients as far afield as Hong Kong and New Zealand.

I hope you'll find the article informative and interesting whether you have had the test before (and feel it's time for a re-evaluation) or whether it's a completely new concept to you.

Please feel free to forward this to anyone you think might be interested.

What to do if you have high cholesterol

2008-04-18T00:26:00.013Z

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April 2008

At the time of writing, the head-lines here in the UK have brought another spate of bad publicity for supplements. Antioxidants in particular. But nutritionists are not dismayed. At the end of this month's article you can read the reply from well-known nutritionist Patrick Holford. Be sure to check it out.

Some of you may remember that Patrick founded the college at which I trained, and he was always an inspiring and entertaining speaker. I am, therefore, pleased to tell you that this month's article is one he has written (with Jerome Burne) on what to do if you have high cholesterol. I think you will be surprised by what you learn from it. Remember, while you're there, read Patrick's reply to the anti-oxidant scares.

Please feel free to forward this to any-one who may be interested.

Six Great Reasons to Eat Freshly-made Yoghurt

2008-03-12T15:22:00.001Z

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March 2008

Today I'm going to tell you about one of the most useful Christmas presents I received, and why you should treat yourself to one too!

It was a "fresh yoghurt maker" - but before you switch off and think (like I did at first) "I couldn't be bothered with all that messing about...." bear with me a little longer.

The Yogurt Maker I'm using is a unique design which makes yogurt as 'easy as making a cup of tea'. No mess, no fuss, no baby sitting, no thermometer. It really is so quick and easy to do that I make it as I prepare my bowl of cereal before I leave for work. (And for anyone who knows me, that really is an endorsement as I am definitely "Not a morning person".)

If you already buy yoghurt from the supermarket, that's a good start. But it's nowhere near as good as making your own, for reasons explained in more detail on my website.

I was using supermarket yoghurt, but since replacing it with freshly-made yoghurt my digestion is much better, and several minor health complaints have cleared up.

Visit my article page for more information, and Six Great Reasons to Eat Freshly Made Yogurt. You will also learn some little-known nutritional benefits of yoghurt.

When you've read the article, check out a buy-one-get-one-free offer on supplements.

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Ten Great Reasons to Eat Watercress

2008-02-02T17:23:00.000Z

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February 2008 - Ten Great Reasons to Eat Watercress

2008 marks the 200th anniversary of the first watercress farm opening in Britain, so I'm bringing you some little known information on the why eating watercress is good for you.

Gram for gram, watercress contains more vitamin C than oranges, more calcium than milk, more iron than spinach and more folate than bananas.

Check out this month's article for:
Ten Great Reasons to Eat Watercress

Of particular interest is news of a valuable new study on watercress and breast cancer.

Nutrition 4 All, Resolving to Lose Weight in the New Year

2008-01-03T00:46:00.000Z

Have you been trying to lose weight?How much weight have you lost? If you intended to lose more, and didn't lose it, don't worry.

If you lost it, but it's now creeping back up, again, don't worry. You are not alone. So many clients contact us with good intentions, but 'life' gets in the way and their weight problem just goes on and on.

Our free mini-course shows that diets don't work, so it doesn't surprise us if you are still wondering how to lose weight.

The New Year is traditionally a time for fresh starts, so why not look again at the Forever Slim weight management plan? It's a completely different approach.

To read more about it, click here.

Kind Regards,
Joy Healey

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PS I hope you remembered to subscribe to my free
monthly nutrition newsletter.

Nutrition 4 All, Christmas and Beyond

2007-12-26T12:06:00.000Z

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Christmas 2007 - New Year Resolutions

A short and sweet article this time. But the sweetener is on the article page, where there's my free gift to all readers.

Do you usually make New Year's Resolutions?

Do you know what the Top Ten New Year's Resolutions are?

Do you think yours might be amongst them?

Visit this month's article page to find out, and to collect your free gift.

By the way, I hope you're avoiding all the coughs and sneezes spreading everywhere, but don't forget last month's article on the Immune System. To read more about how to boost your immune system click here => here

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

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Nutrition 4 All, Boosting the Immune System

2007-12-01T13:37:00.000Z

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December 2007 - Boost Your Immune System

The immune system! As every-one round about us starts to cough and splutter, it's in our best interests to make sure we do everything possible to boost our immune system - and to do the same for everyone else in the family. This month's article, stored on my website (below) gives some fascinating facts about the immune system.

To boost my immunity I've been taking an exciting new supplement imported from the USA. You can read about it in my December article, but first a quick story of how it helped me when I first started taking it in the autumn.

It had been a bad summer for me with one thing and another, and, probably as a result of the constant stress, I developed a crop of mouth ulcers. That usually means my immune system is down. When it's happened before I've been able to take the usual OTC remedies and quickly relieve the discomfort.

This time was different. The mouth ulcers would go, then return within days. Over and over again. Then I was introduced to the supplement you'll read about, and they disappeared, and haven't returned!

Click to read more about how to boost your immune system.

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

http://www.nutrition4all.co.uk

Nutrition 4 All, Seaweed's Nutritional Benefits

2007-10-27T12:56:00.001Z

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November 2007 - Nutritional Benefits of Seaweed

Seaweed! If that makes you think of slimy stuff on the beach as a child, think again.

Researchers investigating the nutritional properties of seaweed have found that it's an excellent source of antioxidants such as beta-carotene, and vitamins B1 and B12 (essential for the nervous system) and B2 which helps the body absorb iron. It's also a good source of chromium, which helps balance blood sugar, and zinc which boosts the immune system and aids healing.

Herbalists have long used seaweed on ulcers and grazes for its healing properties, but this month's article includes some surprising uses which other practitioners have found for seaweed.

Caution: If you are pregnant or have a hyperthyroid condition consult your GP before using seaweed, or seaweed capsules, because of high iodine levels.

In some parts of Ireland and Scotland seaweed is still eaten in traditional dishes. But otherwise it doesn't typically form part of the average staple diet. Many people associate seaweed with Chinese restaurants but I have it on good authority that this is actually cabbage! So if you're looking for a convenient source of seaweed my article also contains contact details for a more convenient source of the nutritional benefits.

To read more about seaweed's benefits and uses, click here => here

Nutrition 4 All, Natural Migraine Alternatives

2007-10-17T09:43:00.001Z

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October 2007 - Natural Migraine Alternatives

Coming soon - watch this newsletter. By popular demand I am in the process of extending my eBook, Banish Migraine the Nutritional Way. This will be released shortly, but for a preview, click here.

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

http://www.nutrition4all.co.uk

Nutrition 4 All, Losing a Few Pounds

2007-09-23T17:14:00.001Z

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October 2007 - Losing a Few Pounds

One common reason for clients to visit a nutritionist is because they're having difficulty losing weight. It seems as if everyone knows the theory, but somehow the weight just doesn't come off. And here we are with summer behind us, and it's so easy to put on those few extra pounds when the weather gets cooler.

Everyone I meet seems to be on a diet, or knows someone who is. Perhaps you are?

If so, and you haven't lost as much weight as you'd like to have, it may be that you could do with a little help, in the form of an excellent nutritional supplement that a colleague introduced me to. Read more about it, click here.

To let you into a little secret, I've been using this supplement for six weeks now and I've lost half a stone, which might not seem an awful lot, but I feel so much better about myself. It's made a real difference and I genuinely haven't felt hungry. Why not give yourself a helping hand?

To read more, click here

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

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Nutrition 4 All, Keeping a Cool Head

2007-08-28T20:15:00.001Z

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September 2007 - Keeping a Cool Head

Over the summer I've been waiting for a convenient time to send you information on a really useful product I've been using. I first started using it to help the occasional migraine headache I get when my diet and life-style discipline slip. But it has lots of applications in the 'health and well-being' arena, for instance

hot flushes,
night sweats,
eczema,
fevers,
headaches,
muscle/joint pain,
sporting injuries
many other conditions.

It's being promoted as a 'personal cooling device' and, although that sounds a little gimmicky, it's one of the most useful purchases I've made for less than £30. Of course, the summer's almost gone, so I can't say too much on the sunburn and hot sticky nights front, but this product is still a winner even in the winter, as you'll see from the list above.

The technology is interesting, the applications numerous, and the customer service excellent. To read my latest article that tells you more, click here => Keeping a cool head

I've used it for a few hot sticky nights - hope there'll be a few more to come. But if not, you can blame me for finally killing off what's been a disappointing summer weather-wise.

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

http://www.nutrition4all.co.uk

Nutrition 4 All, Tips to Beat Fatigue: from YorkTest

2007-07-27T16:55:00.001Z

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August 2007 - Beating Fatigue

The August article is about fatigue, with some helpful tips for beating it. There's also an interesting case study about a new lease of life for a footballer. To learn more, click here => Beating Tiredness and Fatigue

On a lighter note, I've been trying out new Internet skills to improve my website - and I was particularly pleased when I managed to add a context sensitive Amazon link to the articles page. I did this part way through July and the published article was on salads. I was feeling pretty pleased with myself when I kept looking at my article page and could see a variety of books on salads appearing.

Of course we all know that pride goes before a fall. This month's article, in addition to offering some tips to beat fatigue, answers some questions for those who are intolerant to milk . So what does Amazon serve up as the recommended books? Various 'milky' titles!

Go on, head over to the article page Beating Tiredness and Fatigue to have a laugh at my expense. At the very least, you'll pick up a yummy recipe for a chocolate fudge cake.

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

http://www.nutrition4all.co.uk

Nutrition 4 All, The importance of taking supplements

2007-07-02T17:33:00.001Z

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July 2007 - The importance of supplements

Although many people feel that you can get all the nutrition you need from a good diet, I have many reasons to disagree with this. Rather than go into them here, I'd like to direct you right away to my July article, about the important of supplementation:

Click here => Why Take Supplements?

And if you look on the Ordering Page of my website, you're welcome to use the customer discount facilities you'll find.

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

http://www.nutrition4all.co.uk

Nutrition 4 All, New Loyalty Discount

2007-06-09T12:00:00.001Z

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June 2007

This month I'm delighted to unveil my revamped web-site, and celebrating this by introducing my partnership with the NutriCentre.

This enables me to offer all readers a 10% discount on any products bought by phoning 020 7436 5122 and quoting my code PCPJH010.

View their extensive range of products at => http://www.nutricentre.com, however to qualify for the discount, orders must be made by telephone!

Hint: Have your Tesco card with you when you ring, to qualify for Tesco Club Card points on every order you place.

The June article has a summer theme, and can be found directly on my website. If you click through to the sponsoring site, you can request a free booklet, packed full of tasty recipes as well as handy hints and tips. Click here => Bring on the Salads

Anything that relies on human effort is prone to error, and my revised website is no exception. If you come across any broken links please email me with details from the website. As a thankyou, I will give you the code to receive a 15% discount on all your Nutri Centre* orders. (* Subject to NutriCentre continuing this promotion.)

You are welcome to send this information/newsletter to anyone who may find it interesting, or who may like to subscribe, or buy supplements through The Nutri Centre. The 10% discount is available to any-one quoting my code.

With very best wishes,

Joy Healey

Eat Your Way to Better Health

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Nutrition 4 All, 5 Natural Ways To Reduce Stress

2007-05-23T17:52:00.001Z

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May 2007

This month it gives me great pleasure to join forces with Chris Green an expert in Stress management . Chris battled with stress himself and overcame it. Not only has he got his own life back in order, he has used his experiences in the most positive way, to help others.

Below are some of the tips Chris has to offer. But these just scratch the surface of what you can learn from Chris's experiences. To find out more about his effective and natural approach to over-coming stress, please click here => http://www.life-coaching-london.co.uk/reduce-stress.html

5 Natural Steps To Reduce Stress Quickly

If stress, depression or anxiety is making your life a misery,
then try these quick and easy tips to help you find relief.

At the beginning of each week, make plans to do pleasurable and
enjoyable activities throughout the week. Going to the movies,
dining out, a walk in the park, a picnic, visiting a museum,
meeting friends in a bar - whatever you like. Not only will the
activities be enjoyable, you'll have something to look forward to
and the week won't be a slog to be got through.

Avoid comparing yourself to others who are in a seemingly worse
position. This is a great way of fuelling guilt. For example, you
see a report about a famine in Africa and you think "why do I
feel like this when there's people who have it much worse than I
do." Your circumstances in life are your circumstances and are
nothing to do with anything or anyone else. Comparing yourself to
others will not help you in anyway. Just realize that stress,
anxiety and depression are real problems that can be dealt with
and don't think about the situations others are in.

Brooding continually about all of the problems you face in your
life is a sure-fire way to trigger stress, depression and
anxiety. It's so important to "switch off" from problems and one
of the best ways to do this is through music. Have a music night
and listen to your favourite music. It doesn't have to be the
soothing, mellow music, you can listen to whatever music gives
you pleasure and if you want to sing, dance or play air guitar,
go ahead! If you want to just relax and listen to music with a
glass of wine, no problem! It's your music night, listen to music
you enjoy and immerse yourself in it. Try not to listen to
anything too heavy or emotional, that's not the objective here.
Music is brilliant for relieving stress, depression and anxiety
and it beats watching TV that's for sure.

Burnout is an ever increasing problem in our society. As if a
full working day isn't enough, many people return home and have
to do even more work to run the family home, prepare meals, time
for the children and a multitude of other activities and people
all clamouring for attention. So make "me time" a priority. Have
at least one 20 minute break away from your work station where
you can relax in peace. At home, schedule periods each day so you
can rest and relax. These times are so important to both mental
and physical health and they'll help relieve stress, depression
and anxiety.

Feeling as if you're trapped in a rut or that your life is going
nowhere is another part of stressful illnesses and this feeling
can trigger depression. Doing the same routines day in, day out
isn't good for us and although we do need some security, too much
can cause problems. Take yourself out of your comfort zone and
try something new. Start a course, a fitness program, try a new
sport, learn a musical instrument, go on a activity holiday or
take up a new hobby. New experiences add to the pleasure you get
from life and keep your spark alive.

You can significantly reduce stress by using the above tips as
often as you can. Try and apply at least one of them every day
and you will see a big difference.

Former anxiety sufferer Chris Green is the author of "Conquering
Stress", the internationally acclaimed guide to managing stress,
anxiety and depression naturally without taking powerful
antidepressants. To get started on kicking stress, anxiety and
depression out of your life quickly and permanently,

please click here => http://www.life-coaching-london.co.uk/reduce-stress.html

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Nutrition 4 All, Cocoa - for a healthier brain

2007-04-24T23:49:00.001Z

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April 2007

It seems our grandparents knew a thing or two about cocoa that we didn't. When they were tucking into their nightly drink a new study suggests that they were also improving the performance and health of their brains. Cocoa is currently experiencing a surge in popularity, as consumers are increasingly opting for a relaxing cup of hot chocolate to mark the end of a busy day.

As well as providing an opportunity to take some 'time out' and relax, drinking flavanol-rich cocoa can improve the blood-flow to the brain and even the capacity for memory and learning, according to research from Harvard University published in February 2007(1). This newly reported health benefit comes on top of several studies, which show that cocoa can have beneficial effects for heart disease, asthma, high blood pressure, stress and even cancer. However, before you rush off to the shops to buy some cocoa for your nightcap, you need to know that you won't get these benefits from any old cocoa.

The health-promoting nutrients of cocoa are its flavanols and antioxidants, both of which occur in high numbers in natural cocoa. Most cocoa powders on sale today, however, have been subjected to heavy processing, and have lost between 33% and 50% of their antioxidant and flavanol levels. To ensure you really are drinking a healthy cup of hot chocolate, you need to choose a natural, flavanol-rich cocoa such as Brown Gold. Drinking cocoa in its natural state also means that your body will absorb twice as many antioxidants per cup as a similar sized portion of red wine(2).

Natural cocoa provides the following health-promoting nutrients:

A high quantity of flavanols: These are naturally occurring nutrients, which are abundant in fresh cocoa. According to new research from Harvard University cocoa flavanols may improve blood vessel function and help maintain healthy brain functions as we grow older.
Theobromine: This has been shown to have a beneficial effect on asthma sufferers by relaxing the bronchi.
Magnesium: Cocoa is the largest natural source of magnesium. Magnesium can help to reduce heart disease, stress and blood pressure. In a Dutch study (3), people who regularly consumed cocoa had much lower blood pressure than those who did not.
Vitamins A, B1, C, D and E.
Four to five times as many anti-ageing, anti-cancer, free radical combating antioxidants than in a cup of green tea.

Brown Gold Cocoa is manufactured by Hords Limited from the Republic of Ghana, and is distributed in the EU by Fula Foods Ltd. It is a natural and delicious cocoa powder with a long-standing heritage, which is testament to its popularity in Ghana.

The cocoa powder has been grown in the same, traditional manner since the mid-19th century, and is called Brown Gold for a good reason. For many generations of Ghanaians, growing cocoa has been the major route to financial independence. Cocoa remains the only means of sustaining many small Ghanaian communities, and continues to be farmed in the traditional manner in family-held farms. The fact that Brown Gold cocoa is grown on small farms means the communities benefit from product sales, and sales of Brown Gold are contributing towards the renovation of a school in the village of Akomadan in the Ashanti region of Ghana.

Brown Gold is a natural cocoa product, so you'll immediately notice the superior taste quality compared to other more processed brands. Once the world's leading supplier of cocoa, Ghana is still renowned for its finer quality and luxurious taste. Ghanaian food is expected to become increasingly popular with British shoppers who are showing a growing interest in the provenance of food and drink products.

Ghanaians typically drink cocoa twice a day to get the most health benefits. It is traditionally consumed in the morning as a breakfast drink and in the evening as a nightcap. On both occasions Ghanaians like to drink it hot, and made only with water, as the addition of milk and sugar can impair the body's absorption of the active cocoa ingredients. If you find it a little bitter to start with, add a small amount of honey to taste, but aim to reduce this as your taste buds become accustomed to the new taste.

How you choose to drink Brown Gold is entirely up to you, all we ask is that you sit back, relax and enjoy the Ghanaian experience.

Notes:

1. Research by Harvard has shown that the flavanols in unprocessed cocoa make it effective in reducing the risks of both cancer and heart disease and help to maintain a healthy brain function in later life. http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2007-02/wsw-fic021607.php.

2. According to a study by Cornell University, a cup of cocoa contains twice as many antioxidants as a glass of red wine. http://www.news.cornell.edu/releases/Nov03/HotCocoa-Lee.bpf.html.

3. A Dutch study showed that people who regularly consumed cocoa had lower blood pressure than those who did not.

4. http://archinte.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/short/166/4/411 The Zutphen Elderly Study, Brian Buijsse, MSc; Edith J. M. Feskens, PhD; Frans J. Kok, PhD; Daan Kromhout, PhD, Arch Intern Med. 2006;166:411-417

For local stockists, call Marie Fuller at Fula Foods, on 020 8795 2337.

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Nutrition 4 All, The safety of antioxidants

2007-03-14T00:41:00.001Z

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March 2007

Are antioxidants harmful?

Many subscribers may have been concerned by misleading newspaper headlines suggesting harmful effects from taking anti-oxidant supplements. These were based on a meta-analysis study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) entitled "Mortality in Randomized Trials of Antioxidant Supplements for Primary and Secondary Prevention, Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis".

The study in question is a meta-analysis, which is NOT new clinical research. This type of study analyses data from existing studies in a given field, and therefore represents nothing more than a new interpretation of existing data.

Reputable supplement company Solgar www.solgar.co.uk asked Dr Richard Passwater, one of the world's leading experts on antioxidant research, to comment on the JAMA article. His response included the following points:

This is not a clinical study, but a review of certain SELECTED previous studies. Such studies are only as good as the trials selected and this trial has worse inclusion criteria than the Miller meta-analysis of a couple of years ago that was eventually discredited.
In the past we have found that reasons have been dreamed up for excluding cases where benefit was found from such negativefinding meta analyses. The vitamin E meta-analysis of two years ago is an example.
The trials selected appear to be mostly 'secondary events' where someone, for instance, had a heart attack and was then entered into a short-term trial. They tend not to be a measure of prevention (of the first heart attack etc), nor are they long-term it takes two years for the preventative effects of vitamin E to manifest itself - nor are they high-dose.
This meta-analysis purports to be a study of long-term supplementation, yet includes a study on vitamin A of a one-time, single-dose of 200,000IU.
The one key point of a valid meta-analysis is to compare and combine studies that are extremely similar. This meta-analysis combines studies that are extremely dis-similar, e.g. the one-day vitamin A study combined with data from studies lasting years.
The conclusion seems so out of context with the body of science that it is suspect. A meta-analysis carries little scientific weight, whereas some of the studies that do show preventive and life-extending effect are better studies; i.e. not a meta-analysis, but clinical data.

This poorly designed meta-analysis does not undo the overwhelming majority of studies showing the safety and effectiveness of antioxidant supplements that have withstood the test of time. It does not change the basic facts that antioxidants are safe and effective, so healthy consumers can feel confident that they can still safely take their antioxidant supplements.

What do nutritionists believe about antioxidants?

Leading nutritionist Patrick Holford www.patrickholford.com suspects the study is an attempt to demote vitamin therapy so we all keep on taking drugs. Four reasons that, in his opinion, discredit this meta-analysis are:

One way to evaluate a meta-analysis is to examine how trials are included and excluded. A study in which 87,200 nurses were given 67mg of vitamin E daily for more than two years showed a 40% drop in fatal and non-fatal heart-attacks compared to those not taking the vitamin E supplement. In another study, 39,000 male health professionals were given 67mg of vitamin E for the same time and achieved a 39% reduction in heart attacks. Neither of these studies is included.
Patrick Holford disagrees with the way bias is handled. For instance, it is well known that taking statin drugs, that lower cholesterol and induce CoQ10 deficiency, makes vitamin E harmful by turning it into an oxidant. This is an obvious bias that is not even mentioned. Once these trials are excluded, vitamin E has an overall positive effect.
Another check is to see if the most negative studies are actually negative, as these can skew results overall. One included study purported to show an increased risk of gastrointestinal cancer. Patrick Holford contacted Dr Pelayo Carrera, the author of this cancer study, to ask about the increased risk supposedly found. Dr Carrera was amazed because his research had found a clear benefit from taking vitamins, and it did not study mortality. Without this study the conclusion of the meta-analysis that antioxidants may increase gastro-intestinal cancer becomes completely invalid.
The conclusion of the meta-analysis says "Treatment with beta-carotene, vitamin A and vitamin E may increase mortality". What it fails to say, which is clearly shown in the results, is that "vitamin C given singly or in combination with other antioxidants, and selenium given singly or in combination with other antioxidant supplements may reduce mortality". It also fails to say that "beta-carotene or vitamin A did not show increase in mortality if given in combination with other antioxidants", or that "vitamin E given singly or combined with 4 other antioxidants did not significantly influence mortality".

The one take-home message is that antioxidants are team-players and reduce mortality in combination, and that vitamin C and selenium are more beneficial than beta-carotene or vitamin A.

Acknowledgements

Thanks for the use of this material are due to supplement company Solgar www.solgar.co.uk - advancing Wellness since 1947. Also to Patrick Holford, co-author of "Food is Better Medicine than Drugs" see www.foodismedicine.co.uk for his in-depth feature on the antioxidant myth.

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Nutrition 4 All, Health & Well-being Newsletter

2007-02-13T22:19:00.001Z

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February 2007

Welcome [fname]. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to my newsletter list.

With Valentine's Day upon us, here's a quick look at foods said to have an aphrodisiac effect. Aphrodisiac foods have been used as far back as the Romans and the Greeks.

You probably already have many of these foods in your kitchen.

1. Aniseed: The Greeks and Romans believed that aniseed had special powers and some people believe that sucking the seeds will increase your libido.

2. Almond: Throughout the ages, the almond has been a symbol of fertility. Some believe that the aroma stimulates passion in a female.

3. Avocado: The vitamin B6 contained in the avocado is said to increase male hormone production. The avocado also contains potassium which aids in regulating the female thyroid gland.

4. Asparagus: Contains vitamin E, believed to stimulate sex hormones which contribute to a healthy sex life.

5. Bananas: Considered one of the most popular aphrodisiac foods used to stimulate desire. Bananas also contain potassium and B vitamins, essential for sex hormone production.

6. Chili peppers: "Capsaicin," a chemical that stimulates our nerve endings and raises our pulse, is responsible for the "heat" in chili peppers. This aphrodisiac food is also thought to release endorphins, which give our bodies a natural high. Some researchers believe that is the case with all "hot" foods. Garlic is another example of these aphrodisiac foods.

7. Chocolate: Who doesn't know about chocolate as an aphrodisiac food? On Valentine's Day, the day to express your love, more chocolate is sold than at any other time during the year. Chocolate contains a stimulant called phenylethylamine, which gives you a sense of well being and excitement similar to the natural high that endorphins give us. Researchers believe that chocolate contains chemicals that affect neurotransmitters in the brain, and a substance related to caffeine called theobromine.

8. Coffee: Coffee in moderation is a stimulant, but too much causes it to become a depressant. The caffeine in coffee stimulates both mind and body and is sometimes used in preparation for staying up all night.

9. Raw oysters: Oysters have been a favourite aphrodisiac food since the time of Aphrodite during the Greek age. Oysters are a rich source of zinc, a mineral required for testosterone production. This male hormone is believed to increase the female libido as well. Oysters are high in protein and very nutritious.

10. Ginger: Ginger root can be eaten raw, cooked, or crystallized. Ginger is a circulatory system stimulant which can increase sexual powers and desire.

11. Raspberries and strawberries: These are perfect aphrodisiac foods to hand feed your lover. They are red, which is the color associated with love and passion, and are high in vitamin C.

12. Wine: Wine relaxes our inhibitions and stimulates our senses. Moderate amounts of wine are believed to "arouse," but excessive alcohol will make you drowsy.

But I imagine most people would rate good honest TLC as the best Valentine's gift of all. Bear that in mind and enjoy your Valentine's Day!

Acknowledgements: Sourced from www.fuelthemind.com, the dietary, health medical fitness and nutritional information provided is for informational purposes only.

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Nutrition 4 All, January 07 Newsletter

2007-01-11T00:11:00.001Z

Nutrition 4 All

Health and Well-Being Newsletter

Eat Your Way to Better Health

January 2007

Happy New Year to everyone.

2007 got off to an interesting start with two nutrition related items on the TV on Tuesday night.

First there was "Gillian moves in: You are what you eat" where Dr Gillian McKeith took two fatties in hand, under her own roof. Virtually every TV magazine and TV section of the major publications gave Dr Gillian's new formatted TV show as the PICK OF THE DAY.

If you missed it this week, catch it next week. The difference in appearance that was achieved by following Dr Gillian's "You are what you eat" regime for eight weeks was inspirational.

The odds are against you moving in with Gillian McKeith, so why not take her online questionnaire at my website? Be sure to use code RETN4A to get your special discount.

Within minutes you'll receive a personalised profile to print out and keep.

The other interesting item was that YorkTest, the food intolerance testing company I use, appeared on Tuesday night's edition of BBC 'Watchdog'.

Several other food intolerance tests were tried out, with poor results that would lead to a restricted diet. The YorkTest results gave the best results, but researcher Nicky Campbell submitted two of his own blood samples, and received back two slightly differing results.

I asked YorkTest for their comments, for my clients. This was their reply.

"Although YorkTest felt we were not given the adequate time to answer all the questions raised by the BBC film and the testimony of Isabel Skypala of the British Dietetic Association (BDA), we felt the programme did show our commitment to both the quality and the science associated with this area of health.

"Anna Carling, a member of the BDA singled out YorkTest and agreed there was science behind our methods and in summing up, the programme's presenter, Nicky Campbell confirmed 'there was some science to this'.

"In answering the specific point of the blood test results, both samples showed NONE of the 42 foods should be avoided (compared with the plethora of foods which showed up from the other tests reviewed). The difference was a marginal one between no reaction at all to the milk and citrus mix which was displayed as a rotate i.e. a caution if suffering from any symptoms.

"Clearly in this case the BBC journalist had no symptoms and no need to cut any foods from his diet and our tests confirmed as much. This demonstrates that the YorkTest does work.

"What was missing from the film was the fact that over 3 out of 4 people get better after using YorkTest. Also, in the region of a quarter of a million people have benefited by using YorkTest as a method of overcoming ill health and 90% of people who have used YorkTest recommend us to other people."

If you would like to read more about YorkTest, visit my website where you can download free information, and find out how to order an indicator test.

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That's all until next time.

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Learn more about the test used in "Food for the Brain Schools Campaign"

2007-01-06T01:07:00.000Z

This fascinating programme highlights what nutritionists have known for years!

The food intolerance test used in the "Food for the Brain Schools Campaign" on Tonight with Trevor McDonald on ITV is the same one that we use at Nutrition 4 All.

Learn more about food intolerance and nutrition from free information on the page you'll find by clicking the link above.

Nutrition 4 All, Health & Well-being Newsletter

2007-01-03T18:28:00.001Z

Eat Your Way to Better Health

Christmas 2006

As we all wind down (or up!) into the Christmas season, I'll take the lazy way out and introduce you to the life- and health-coaching side of my business, by passing on my Life Coaching London newsletter. This month it's a tongue in cheek message about healthy eating over the festive period.

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In short, don't take life too seriously, relax and enjoy the festive season with family and friends. Who knows what 2007 will bring? We can anticipate good things, but if the worst comes to the worst, make sure you have happy memories to look back on, with no regrets.

Wanda, in the newsletter, is intended to be very much OTT; but if she does seem to be that little bit too similar to someone you know, give me a call in the New Year.

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Hair Mineral Analysis

2007-01-03T01:44:00.000Z

A useful tool at my disposal as a nutritionist is Hair Mineral Analysis.

Read all about it on this page: http://4-hair-mineral-analysis.com