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Researchers at the American Society for Microbiology Annual Meeting in Atlanta, GA (June 7, 2005) found phytochemicals in raisins appear to fight cavities by inhibiting the growth of certain types of oral bacteria. Raisins also prevent the bacteria from sticking to teeth. Natural chemical compounds in raisins were shown to inhibit bacteria such as cavity-causing S. mutans as well as P. gingivalis, which promote periodontal disease.
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Whole Foods and Your Metabolic Needs
Roman healer and philosopher Lucretius observed 2,000 years ago that "One man's food is another man's poison." Like other great medical thinkers, he recognized the importance of physiological individuality..
Roman healer and philosopher Lucretius observed 2,000 years ago that "One man's food is another man's poison." Like other great medical thinkers, he recognized the importance of physiological individuality..
My, What Fine Teeth You Have!
Keeping kids' teeth healthy requires more than brushing and flossing twice a da.
Keeping kids' teeth healthy requires more than brushing and flossing twice a da.
Real Men Eat Vegetables
"Broccoli? No thanks," said my dinner guest when I offered him a bowl full of crisp steamed vegetables. "I'm a meat-and-potato man!" As if to proudly underscore his statement, he rubbed his rounded belly.
"Broccoli? No thanks," said my dinner guest when I offered him a bowl full of crisp steamed vegetables. "I'm a meat-and-potato man!" As if to proudly underscore his statement, he rubbed his rounded belly.
Medical Phallicies
Circumcision was once considered a minor, harmless procedure mainly of religious or cultural importance for some group.
Circumcision was once considered a minor, harmless procedure mainly of religious or cultural importance for some group.
More Nutrition for Less Money
A nutrient-rich diet is important at any age, but even more so for seniors. Bone loss and physical degeneration means that seniors need to maintain their nutritional balance in order to lead a healthy, active life. One major stumbling block is that seniors generally live on a fixed income.
A nutrient-rich diet is important at any age, but even more so for seniors. Bone loss and physical degeneration means that seniors need to maintain their nutritional balance in order to lead a healthy, active life. One major stumbling block is that seniors generally live on a fixed income.
Top 10 Health Tips for Men
When it comes to health care, we men are like ostriches. We bury our heads in the sand. We are much less likely than women to visit our doctors regularly, take symptoms seriously and live a healthful lifestyle.
When it comes to health care, we men are like ostriches. We bury our heads in the sand. We are much less likely than women to visit our doctors regularly, take symptoms seriously and live a healthful lifestyle.
Taking Care of Our Men
He pays close attention to the size of his bankbook, ensures his car gets a regular checkup, and cleans his stereo system meticulously. Yet, when it comes to taking action on his own health, he is notorious for ignoring health complaints, and takes preventive steps only as a last resort.
He pays close attention to the size of his bankbook, ensures his car gets a regular checkup, and cleans his stereo system meticulously. Yet, when it comes to taking action on his own health, he is notorious for ignoring health complaints, and takes preventive steps only as a last resort.
Whole Food for Thought
"It has not fully dawned on the medical community that there is a directed relationship between the decline of proper nutrition and the rise of disease." The old saying "You are what you eat" is valid now perhaps more than ever.
"It has not fully dawned on the medical community that there is a directed relationship between the decline of proper nutrition and the rise of disease." The old saying "You are what you eat" is valid now perhaps more than ever.
Sink Your Teeth Into Wholistic Dentistry
The physical trauma doesn't always stop once you're out of the dentist's chair. Those fillings could be made of mercury-a poison that harms your nervous system. And if fluoride was used, your body will suffer the effects of yet another toxin..
The physical trauma doesn't always stop once you're out of the dentist's chair. Those fillings could be made of mercury-a poison that harms your nervous system. And if fluoride was used, your body will suffer the effects of yet another toxin..
Sore After the Dentist?
"Why is it that a day or two after I see a dentist I get a headache or my neck hurts?" An hour in the dental chair is stressfu.
"Why is it that a day or two after I see a dentist I get a headache or my neck hurts?" An hour in the dental chair is stressfu.
Whole vs. Processed Foods
The modern food industry has changed the way we think of food.
The modern food industry has changed the way we think of food.
Physician Speaks Out for Whole Foods Nutrition
Thomas Cowan, MD, keynote speaker at the "Organic Goes Mainstream 22nd Annual Organic Agriculture Conference, held Jan. 23 to 26, 2003, at Guelph (Ontario) University Centre, drew a standing ovation for his talk stressing the importance of whole foods in human nutrition. Dr.
Thomas Cowan, MD, keynote speaker at the "Organic Goes Mainstream 22nd Annual Organic Agriculture Conference, held Jan. 23 to 26, 2003, at Guelph (Ontario) University Centre, drew a standing ovation for his talk stressing the importance of whole foods in human nutrition. Dr.
Heart Pains
Heart disease accounts for the death of more Canadians than any other disease with about 79,400 deaths annually. Yet, many Canadians do not understand, or perhaps refuse to believe, the potentially life-saving power of food.
Heart disease accounts for the death of more Canadians than any other disease with about 79,400 deaths annually. Yet, many Canadians do not understand, or perhaps refuse to believe, the potentially life-saving power of food.
Fathers-Live Longer to Enjoy Your Children and Grandchildren
So this month when we honour our fathers - fathers themselves must honour their bodies so they may live long and be healthy. Start today! Take a multivitamin with minerals that contains calcium, zinc, and selenium.
So this month when we honour our fathers - fathers themselves must honour their bodies so they may live long and be healthy. Start today! Take a multivitamin with minerals that contains calcium, zinc, and selenium.
Snack Attack - Guilt Free!
"I hope you don't mind, said my friend Lynn as she unwrapped a cereal bar while riding in the car with me one morning. "My breakfast. It lets me sleep in an extra 15 minutes.
"I hope you don't mind, said my friend Lynn as she unwrapped a cereal bar while riding in the car with me one morning. "My breakfast. It lets me sleep in an extra 15 minutes.
The Advantages of Whole Food Nutritional Supplements
Everyone knows whole foods are essential to a healthy diet, but can the benefits of whole foods also be found in nutritional supplements? Yes they can, if you get the right kind.
Everyone knows whole foods are essential to a healthy diet, but can the benefits of whole foods also be found in nutritional supplements? Yes they can, if you get the right kind.
Choosing Alternative Prostate Cancer Treatment
Twenty-five men who declined conventional prostate cancer treatment in order to use alternative treatments are taking part in a three-year Health Canada study.
Twenty-five men who declined conventional prostate cancer treatment in order to use alternative treatments are taking part in a three-year Health Canada study.
Great Greens for Health, Heart, and Head
Eating an abundance of fruit and vegetables may reduce cancer incidence by up to 50 percen.
Eating an abundance of fruit and vegetables may reduce cancer incidence by up to 50 percen.
Beyond the Food Guide
For optimum nutrition it is critical that we move beyond the recommendations of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Living by choosing whole, non-processed foods from each food group every day.
For optimum nutrition it is critical that we move beyond the recommendations of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Living by choosing whole, non-processed foods from each food group every day.
Prepare for Winter with These Veggie Dishes
When the cooler months come rolling in I like to combine the earthy elements of mushrooms and autumn vegetables with reminders of summer such as cool and crisp fruits and lettuces.
When the cooler months come rolling in I like to combine the earthy elements of mushrooms and autumn vegetables with reminders of summer such as cool and crisp fruits and lettuces.
Are Men Really Hooked on Looks?
Beauty has long been linked with health. For centuries our genes have driven us to seek out a good-looking mate to increase our chances of producing healthy offspring. Psychologists tell us that it's in a woman's nature to attract men with beauty.
Beauty has long been linked with health. For centuries our genes have driven us to seek out a good-looking mate to increase our chances of producing healthy offspring. Psychologists tell us that it's in a woman's nature to attract men with beauty.
Grumpy, Lumpy, Men Syndrome
Remember what it was like to be a teenager? That lean, muscular physique never seemed to gain an ounce of fat no matter how much you ate (or drank). Do you now find yourself patting your belly more then you pat your dog? If so, you could well be experiencing a loss of your male hormone - testosterone.
Remember what it was like to be a teenager? That lean, muscular physique never seemed to gain an ounce of fat no matter how much you ate (or drank). Do you now find yourself patting your belly more then you pat your dog? If so, you could well be experiencing a loss of your male hormone - testosterone.
Prostate Problems
During a man's lifetime, his prostate will undergo changes that can eventually lead to health challenge.
During a man's lifetime, his prostate will undergo changes that can eventually lead to health challenge.
Solving Prostate Problems
Surprisingly, benign enlargement of the prostate is so frequent that it affects 10 percent of men under 40 and 80 percent of men age 80 and olde.
Surprisingly, benign enlargement of the prostate is so frequent that it affects 10 percent of men under 40 and 80 percent of men age 80 and olde.
Helping Men Live Longer
The differences between the sexes go a lot deeper than what you see on the outside. To put it bluntly, men are engineered from birth to be much more susceptible-at any given age-to fatal disorders like heart attacks and, ultimately, to death at a younger age than their more shapely counterparts. So which is the real weaker sex, macho man?
The differences between the sexes go a lot deeper than what you see on the outside. To put it bluntly, men are engineered from birth to be much more susceptible-at any given age-to fatal disorders like heart attacks and, ultimately, to death at a younger age than their more shapely counterparts. So which is the real weaker sex, macho man?
Word of Mouth
Having a great smile does more than just improve your looks: it can reveal a lot about your overall health. As if that weren't enough, chronic tooth and jaw pain and bleeding gums discourage good eating habits. When chewing food hurts, you're more likely to shortchange yourself of the nutrients healthy teeth and periodontal tissues need.
Having a great smile does more than just improve your looks: it can reveal a lot about your overall health. As if that weren't enough, chronic tooth and jaw pain and bleeding gums discourage good eating habits. When chewing food hurts, you're more likely to shortchange yourself of the nutrients healthy teeth and periodontal tissues need.
Is There a Cookie in the House?
We all enjoy baked goods, especially at this time of year when curling up with a warm cuppa and cookie is an antidote to the winter doldrums. Is it possible to prepare or purchase cookies that contain no overprocessed or chemical ingredients and are also satisfying and delicious?
We all enjoy baked goods, especially at this time of year when curling up with a warm cuppa and cookie is an antidote to the winter doldrums. Is it possible to prepare or purchase cookies that contain no overprocessed or chemical ingredients and are also satisfying and delicious?
Change of Heart
There is a natural alternative to bypass surgery that is safe, effective, non-invasive, and almost side effect free. It's called chelation therapy and is an alternative worth considering.
There is a natural alternative to bypass surgery that is safe, effective, non-invasive, and almost side effect free. It's called chelation therapy and is an alternative worth considering.
Taming the Hunk Within
Now it appears that, increasingly, men are taking responsibility for not only their own health and fitness but also the health and fitness of their families.
Now it appears that, increasingly, men are taking responsibility for not only their own health and fitness but also the health and fitness of their families.
Prostate Health
Most men know little about the prostate gland, only that it can be the source of serious health problems and the reason behind unpleasant physical exams. Prostate cancer is the number one cancer threat to adult males; it will affect approximately one in seven men in their lifetime. Prevention is the best medicine.
Most men know little about the prostate gland, only that it can be the source of serious health problems and the reason behind unpleasant physical exams. Prostate cancer is the number one cancer threat to adult males; it will affect approximately one in seven men in their lifetime. Prevention is the best medicine.
Natural Prostate Protection
The prostate is just a little thing. But the healthy functioning of this small, doughnut-shaped muscular gland sure can make a big impact on a guy's life. Just ask any man over the age of 50.
The prostate is just a little thing. But the healthy functioning of this small, doughnut-shaped muscular gland sure can make a big impact on a guy's life. Just ask any man over the age of 50.
Whole Food Nutrition No Fad
That's the opinion of Loren Cordain, PhD, author of the new book, The Paleo Diet. Meat is a rich source of protein, Cordain says, and we need plenty of it.
That's the opinion of Loren Cordain, PhD, author of the new book, The Paleo Diet. Meat is a rich source of protein, Cordain says, and we need plenty of it.
Health Perspective
Why do some men wait until calamity strikes before they take their health seriously? "Men are from Mars, women are from Venus" has become the mantra of modern-day gender relations. The popular consensus seems to be that we should celebrate, not lament, our differences. All well and good.
Why do some men wait until calamity strikes before they take their health seriously? "Men are from Mars, women are from Venus" has become the mantra of modern-day gender relations. The popular consensus seems to be that we should celebrate, not lament, our differences. All well and good.
A Cynic's No Picnic
"More doctors smoke Camels than any other cigarette! proclaims the vintage ad, in boldface type. "Based upon three nationally known independent research organizations.
"More doctors smoke Camels than any other cigarette! proclaims the vintage ad, in boldface type. "Based upon three nationally known independent research organizations.
A Natural Foods Revolutionary
Everything starts with a single seed. In 1971 when Alice Waters opened her restaurant, Chez Panisse, in Berkeley, California, she launched what has now become a North America-wide food revolution.
Everything starts with a single seed. In 1971 when Alice Waters opened her restaurant, Chez Panisse, in Berkeley, California, she launched what has now become a North America-wide food revolution.
Get Your 5 to 10 a Day!
Winter is here and local farmers' markets are closed. Getting your fruits and vegetables can be a challenge. Should you reach for frozen? What about juice? What is the best way to get your 5 to 10 a day when the fresh produce of summer is just a distant memory?
Winter is here and local farmers' markets are closed. Getting your fruits and vegetables can be a challenge. Should you reach for frozen? What about juice? What is the best way to get your 5 to 10 a day when the fresh produce of summer is just a distant memory?
Brush Up On Oral Health
Many of us work hard to prevent heart attacks and strokes; we run, bike, swim, and watch what we eat. Of course, all those things are important, but what about our toothbrushes and floss? Their importance to overall health may surprise you.
Many of us work hard to prevent heart attacks and strokes; we run, bike, swim, and watch what we eat. Of course, all those things are important, but what about our toothbrushes and floss? Their importance to overall health may surprise you.
Organic Supplements
Though we know that we should get as many of our vitamins and minerals as possible from the whole foods we eat, supplementing is sometimes necessary for good health.
Though we know that we should get as many of our vitamins and minerals as possible from the whole foods we eat, supplementing is sometimes necessary for good health.
Men Taking Charge
A news poll appearing on ABC in May 2007 found that 78 percent of men over the age of 50 only go to see a doctor after being urged by their wife, daughter, or female friend.
A news poll appearing on ABC in May 2007 found that 78 percent of men over the age of 50 only go to see a doctor after being urged by their wife, daughter, or female friend.
Old Men
Close your eyes and ask yourself: how old do I feel? Many of us feel older than we should, but that might change in the not-too-distant future.
Close your eyes and ask yourself: how old do I feel? Many of us feel older than we should, but that might change in the not-too-distant future.
Preventing Prostate Problems
With over half of men past age 50 experiencing prostate enlargement, it's no surprise that treatments for conditions causing this problem have improved considerably within the last several years.
With over half of men past age 50 experiencing prostate enlargement, it's no surprise that treatments for conditions causing this problem have improved considerably within the last several years.
Health From the Vine
There are few fruits that can rival the flavour of a just-picked, ruby red tomato still warm from the summer sun. It turns out they're hard to beat when it comes to nutrition, too.
There are few fruits that can rival the flavour of a just-picked, ruby red tomato still warm from the summer sun. It turns out they're hard to beat when it comes to nutrition, too.
Men's Health Trio
There are undeniable differences between the sexes that cannot be ignored. Men have their own unique set of health issues to consider, and it's only recently that issues such as erectile dysfunction have been openly discussed.
There are undeniable differences between the sexes that cannot be ignored. Men have their own unique set of health issues to consider, and it's only recently that issues such as erectile dysfunction have been openly discussed.
Whole Foods to Go
I was raised by devout picnickers. My mother thought nothing of packing a picnic dinner of salmon sandwiches, milk, fruit, and cookies-nothing fancy.
I was raised by devout picnickers. My mother thought nothing of packing a picnic dinner of salmon sandwiches, milk, fruit, and cookies-nothing fancy.
Lycopene & Bone Health
Osteoporosis is known as the silent disease. This metabolic bone disease occurs primarily in women over the age of 50 due to estrogen loss at menopause. It not only affects one in two women-it also affects one in four men.
Osteoporosis is known as the silent disease. This metabolic bone disease occurs primarily in women over the age of 50 due to estrogen loss at menopause. It not only affects one in two women-it also affects one in four men.
Prostate Problems
Are you aware that September 14 to 20 marks Prostate Awareness Week in Canada? If not, you're not alone.
Are you aware that September 14 to 20 marks Prostate Awareness Week in Canada? If not, you're not alone.
Sooke Harbour House
A pedigreed renegade with a penchant for doing the right thing, Sinclair Philip has called Vancouver Island's Sooke Harbour House home for long enough to entrench its reputation as one of the country's most eco-minded retreats.
A pedigreed renegade with a penchant for doing the right thing, Sinclair Philip has called Vancouver Island's Sooke Harbour House home for long enough to entrench its reputation as one of the country's most eco-minded retreats.
Mushroom Magic
I owe my awe of mushrooms to Hollyhock Centre on Cortes Island, BC. It was there, in a four-day workshop, co-led by mushroom aficionados Paul Stamets and Dr. Andrew Weil, where I began to awaken to the enchanted world of mycelium.
I owe my awe of mushrooms to Hollyhock Centre on Cortes Island, BC. It was there, in a four-day workshop, co-led by mushroom aficionados Paul Stamets and Dr. Andrew Weil, where I began to awaken to the enchanted world of mycelium.
Spotlight on Diabetes
Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in Canada and affects approximately 5 percent of the population. According to Statistics Canada, rates are significantly higher in the eastern provinces.
Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in Canada and affects approximately 5 percent of the population. According to Statistics Canada, rates are significantly higher in the eastern provinces.
Soluble Fibre
To your body, all carbohydrates equal sugar, so you may wonder, "If food turns into sugar in our bodies anyway, why are refined sugar and white flour so bad?
To your body, all carbohydrates equal sugar, so you may wonder, "If food turns into sugar in our bodies anyway, why are refined sugar and white flour so bad?
Frozen Assets
Thankfully, good-for-you frozen dinners, pizzas, and lasagna are finding more grocery store freezer space and may even offer a nutritious option when the daily grind leaves little room for home cooking.
Thankfully, good-for-you frozen dinners, pizzas, and lasagna are finding more grocery store freezer space and may even offer a nutritious option when the daily grind leaves little room for home cooking.
Deal Out Cancer
According to the Canadian Cancer Society, about 40 percent of women and nearly 45 percent of men in this country will face a personal battle with this fearful disease.
According to the Canadian Cancer Society, about 40 percent of women and nearly 45 percent of men in this country will face a personal battle with this fearful disease.
Frozen fare: To eat or not to eat?
Most of us don't have time to make dinner every night, but rest assured-popping a frozen entrée in the oven isn't as bad for you as you may think. Of course it's important to read the ingredients listed on the label.
Most of us don't have time to make dinner every night, but rest assured-popping a frozen entrée in the oven isn't as bad for you as you may think. Of course it's important to read the ingredients listed on the label.
Lacking Libido
A healthy libido or sex drive is a normal part of being human. While it is not uncommon to go through periods when sexual desire declines or wanes, libido problems become self-evident when these low periods recur and lead to personal stress and interpersonal problems.
A healthy libido or sex drive is a normal part of being human. While it is not uncommon to go through periods when sexual desire declines or wanes, libido problems become self-evident when these low periods recur and lead to personal stress and interpersonal problems.
Chocolate chocolate everywhere
Chocolate has been catapulted from a little treat you buy at the corner store to an antioxidant superstar with health claims.
Chocolate has been catapulted from a little treat you buy at the corner store to an antioxidant superstar with health claims.
Stress Less
Many Canadians suffer from stress. It’s the root cause of numerous health challenges we experience. Finding ways to reduce stress is essential to improve our health and our quality of life.
Many Canadians suffer from stress. It’s the root cause of numerous health challenges we experience. Finding ways to reduce stress is essential to improve our health and our quality of life.
Defending Against Men’s Cancer
According to the National Population Health Survey, men are far less likely than women to consider overall health, weight, and disease prevention.
According to the National Population Health Survey, men are far less likely than women to consider overall health, weight, and disease prevention.
Testing, Testing
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) use naturopathic and conventional diagnostic tools when treating patients. As primary care practitioners, they perform physical exams, Pap smears, and diagnostic lab tests and refer patients to specialists as required.
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) use naturopathic and conventional diagnostic tools when treating patients. As primary care practitioners, they perform physical exams, Pap smears, and diagnostic lab tests and refer patients to specialists as required.
