The following guidelines are the basis of holistic nutrition. Compare your present eating regimen with the guidelines presented, and do your best to make any changes that seem natural and easy. 1. Eat 70% whole, complete, unrefined and unadulterated foods (fruit, vegetables and salads) per day. These should be fresh, as … [Read more...] about Holistic Nutrition
Hypothyroidism Foods to Avoid
If you suffer from hypothyroidism, do you know which foods to avoid so you don't stop your medication from working as prescribed? Foods are like medication - and the following list contains those that are stuffed with goitrogens, nasty little chemicals that can block your thyroid (and medication) from producing thyroid … [Read more...] about Hypothyroidism Foods to Avoid
Vitamin D Cuts Risks of Cancer
A landmark new study is raising the tantalizing spectre that a simple and cheap vitamin supplement may offer a highly effective way of preventing cancer. But before you stock up on Vitamin D there are a couple of things to consider regarding this study: 1) It was conducted on women only, which means that the same might not … [Read more...] about Vitamin D Cuts Risks of Cancer
Coenzyme Q10 and Parkinson’s Disease
Study Suggests CoQ10 Slows Functional Decline in Parkinson's Disease FROM THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND STROKE (NINDS) For release: Monday, October 14, 2002 Date Last Modified: Friday, JULY 30, 2009 Results of the first placebo-controlled, multicenter clinical trial of the compound coenzyme Q10 … [Read more...] about Coenzyme Q10 and Parkinson’s Disease
Dietary Supplements – FAQ
Can Dietary Supplements Help Older Consumers? Even if you eat a wide variety of foods, how can you be sure that you are getting all the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients you need as you get older? If you are over 50, your nutritional needs may change. Informed food choices are the first place to start, making sure … [Read more...] about Dietary Supplements – FAQ