Your source for the latest news on natural medicine!tag:vitacost.com:HealthNewsletters2009-11-7T02:30:00-05:002009-11-7T02:30:00Z2009-11-7T02:30:00ZAtom:id:vitacost.com:FYH12009-11-5T00:00:00-05:002009-11-5T00:00:00Z2009-11-5T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersGreen tea has been confirmed in newly published studies to have a powerful impact on the health of your heart, colon and stomach. But what is it about the properties found in green tea that make it so special? Some say it is epigallocatechin gallate, a potent antioxidant compound that helps keep your cells healthy and strong.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH22009-10-29T00:00:00-05:002009-10-29T00:00:00Z2009-10-29T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersAre you getting enough sleep at night? According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average adult may benefit from 7 and 9 hours. Over time, anything less may adversely impact your health. In fact, new studies suggest that insufficient sleep during the night may increase your risk of elevated blood sugar, and that trying to catch up with a daytime nap may actually do more harm than good.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH32009-10-22T00:00:00-05:002009-10-22T00:00:00Z2009-10-22T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersResveratrol has become a very hot topic. While everyone seems to be talking about it, do they really know what it is and why it's so important? This powerful antioxidant, found in grape skins, red wine and certain foods, has been shown in studies to support cardiovascular strength, immunity, weight management and other health related issues. Is it possible, however, to get sufficient amounts of resveratrol from food alone or could you benefit from daily supplementation?Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH42009-10-15T00:00:00-05:002009-10-15T00:00:00Z2009-10-15T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersAccording to the National Center for Health Statistics, up to 36% of the adult population in this country is vitamin D deficient. That's about one out of three Americans, and you could be one of them. Why the concern? Maintaining adequate vitamin D levels is vital to sustaining overall wellness, including breast, immune, heart and cellular health.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH52009-10-8T00:00:00-05:002009-10-8T00:00:00Z2009-10-8T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersExcess weight can be cause for concern throughout any stage of one's life. During midlife, however, carrying around extra pounds may increase an individual's risk of many serious health concerns that could occur years later. Fortunately, in many cases, you can achieve a healthier weight with some effort and perseverance.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH62009-10-2T00:00:00-05:002009-10-2T00:00:00Z2009-10-2T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersNutrients by themselves can be powerful forces in promoting good health. However, as recent large-scale studies have shown, the right combinations and amounts of these nutrients can prove even more powerful, particularly when it comes to supporting cellular health, blood sugar levels within normal range and cardiovascular function.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH72009-9-24T00:00:00-05:002009-9-24T00:00:00Z2009-9-24T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersVitamin B6 is well known for helping to support energy levels, healthy immune response and proper nerve function, but did you know that this powerful nutrient may also support prostate health? A recent prestigious study has examined the effects of vitamin B6 on men experiencing poor prostate health, and the results have demonstrated some significant benefits.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH82009-9-17T00:00:00-05:002009-9-17T00:00:00Z2009-9-17T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersLast week, I discussed a number of nutrients that will help keep your immune system strong during the upcoming fall and winter months. Vitamin D, well known for its role in healthy immune function, has been shown in several recent studies to benefit two additional areas of health: blood pressure and breathing. Many individuals, however, are not getting enough of this important nutrient, even when they supplement with a daily multi-vitamin.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH92009-9-10T00:00:00-05:002009-9-10T00:00:00Z2009-9-10T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersIt's important to keep your immune system strong all year long in order to stay healthy and feeling your best. This time of year, however, you must be even more vigilant about strengthening your immunity in order to protect yourself from increased risk of infection. I want you to read this newsletter carefully. The information that I'm going to share with you will be extremely important for your health and the health of your family.Atom:id:vitacost.com:FYH102009-9-3T00:00:00-05:002009-9-3T00:00:00Z2009-9-3T00:00:00ZDr. Allen S. JosephsVitacost.com NewslettersVitamin C is a powerful antioxidant known for strengthening the immune system. But did you know that vitamin C may also provide powerful cardiovascular support? Recently published studies suggest that maintaining adequate levels of vitamin C in the body may help boost heart health and longevity and that deficiency in this nutrient may pose a serious risk to overall wellness.Atom:id:vitacost.com:DHT12009-11-7T00:00:00-05:002009-11-7T00:00:00Z2009-11-7T00:00:00ZVitacost.com NewslettersResearchers say cases go up in the warm-weather months when ozone is highestAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT22009-11-6T00:00:00-05:002009-11-6T00:00:00Z2009-11-6T00:00:00ZDiana KohnleVitacost.com NewslettersTo help prevent heart attack and strokeAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT32009-11-5T00:00:00-05:002009-11-5T00:00:00Z2009-11-5T00:00:00ZRandy DotingaVitacost.com NewslettersEven better, calcium scans don't lead to unnecessary tests, researchers sayAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT42009-11-4T00:00:00-05:002009-11-4T00:00:00Z2009-11-4T00:00:00ZRobert PreidtVitacost.com NewslettersWhite blood cell activity increases in these patients when oral hygiene is neglected, study findsAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT52009-11-3T00:00:00-05:002009-11-3T00:00:00Z2009-11-3T00:00:00ZRobert PreidtVitacost.com NewslettersSupplements of 700 to 1,000 IU linked to reduced risk, study findsAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT62009-11-2T00:00:00-05:002009-11-2T00:00:00Z2009-11-2T00:00:00ZRobert PreidtVitacost.com NewslettersState-by-state report finds too few people meet fruit and veggie guidelinesAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT72009-11-1T00:00:00-05:002009-11-1T00:00:00Z2009-11-1T00:00:00ZRobert PreidtVitacost.com NewslettersCities weighing swine flu school closures should review past practices, researchers sayAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT82009-10-31T00:00:00-05:002009-10-31T00:00:00Z2009-10-31T00:00:00ZVitacost.com Newsletters10 percent weight loss increases remission odds, but any amount helps, experts sayAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT92009-10-30T00:00:00-05:002009-10-30T00:00:00Z2009-10-30T00:00:00ZVitacost.com NewslettersReason behind gender difference isn't clear, researchers sayAtom:id:vitacost.com:DHT102009-10-29T00:00:00-05:002009-10-29T00:00:00Z2009-10-29T00:00:00ZVitacost.com NewslettersAs the U.S. ages, macular degeneration rates are expected to swell