Fish
Oil Versus Flax Seed Oil—Which is Better? - Numerous
authorities tout the health benefits of eating fish, yet concerns
about contaminants persist. Is flax seed oil a better source
for obtaining those vital omega-3s?
With
Diabetes Surging Some Look For Alternative Treatment - Over
a third of American adults now suffer from or are at risk for this
disease. Research indicates that several dietary supplements can
be useful for lowering and controlling insulin and blood sugar levels.
What's
in Your Multi-vitamin? - Doctors now recommend taking a daily
multi-vitamin, and millions of Americans are doing so—but how do
you choose among the hundreds of brands and formulations on the market?
Includes chart of
recommended daily intakes of vitamins
and minerals for
healthy adults, both minimums and maximums.
When
"Fatty" is Good: Omega-3 Oils and Fatty Acids - Many Americans
have embraced low-fat diets and foods. But some fats help us fight heart
disease, diabetes, and cancer. What are these "good" fats and how do
we get enough of them?
Chemical
and Physical Structure of Fatty Acids - The terminology surrounding
fatty acids can be confusing. Looking at their structure helps us understand
which are the "good fats" and which are the "bad" ones.
