http://truestarhealth.com/ 5 Key areas of Health en-us © Copyright 2009, Truestar Health Inc. Saturday, November 21, 2009 6:23:08 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/ http://truestarhealth.com/images/frontdoor/dec2005/header_bk.jpg 803 116 5 Key areas of Health http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A97.html by Natasha Turner, ND If you ask a women if she has PMS, she might reply by saying, “No, but I’m sure my husband would say I do.” Similarly, if you ask her if she experiences breast tenderness, irritability, cravings, water retention, weight gain, headaches, sleep disruption, acne breakouts, fatigue... 10/5/2006 5:43:41 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A96.html by Natasha Turner, ND Are you suffering from heartburn or headaches? Just can’t get out of bed in the morning? Do you look as though you are never rested no matter how much sleep you get, or feel as bloated as the Pillsbury doughboy because of relentless water retention? All of these symptoms can be... 9/28/2006 4:41:39 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A95.html by Natasha Turner, ND Last Halloween, I returned home from work to find my husband handing out candy to the trick or treaters. In between the doorbell sounding, I took a peek to see which treats the little goblins, ghosts and vampires were going to enjoy — the usual mini chocolate bars and chewy,... 9/21/2006 3:20:40 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A94.html by Dr. Carolyn DeMarco Everyone knows that calcium is an important mineral for building bones and teeth. You may not know that while too little calcium is a bad thing, excess calcium can also be detrimental to your health. You also may not know that your body cannot absorb more than 500 mg of calcium... 9/14/2006 4:39:07 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A93.html by Natasha Turner 7/13/2006 3:59:01 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A92.html by Dr. David Musnick 7/6/2006 4:07:59 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A91.html by Natasha Turner Congratulations on your decision to strive for optimal health and for making the choice to select premium nutritional supplements. The Truestar Professional Series of vitamins and supplements are professional strength, pharmaceutical grade supplements which have previously only been... 6/29/2006 3:59:32 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A90.html by Dr. Carolyn DeMarco Recent research has confirmed how important vitamins D and K are indispensable to overall health and specifically to bone health. Vitamin D can be obtained from something as simple as getting daily exposure to sunlight and vitamin K can be obtained from eating deep green vegetables.... 6/15/2006 5:41:43 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A89.html Q & A with Natasha Turner Q: I have thyroid problems, H.pylori, digestive problems and about three years ago, I started my menopausal phase. All of these conditions occurred at about the same time except my H.pylori, which I’ve had for some time. As a result of all of these health conditions, I... 5/18/2006 3:02:40 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A88.html Q & A with Natasha Turner Q: I have been on Lipitor and other Statin drugs for years. I suffer from FM/Osteoarthritis/CFS/Raynaulds/Sjogrens. Being in pain for so many years has just been a way of life for me (my cholesterol reading is 7.58) However, in January, 2006, I came down with a flu bug... 5/11/2006 5:21:31 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A87.html by Dr. Jonn Matsen If you’re looking for a natural supplement that helps with a multitude of inflammatory conditions, then Serratia Peptidase may just be the answer. Serratia Peptidase is a proteolytic (protein-digesting) enzyme that was originally discovered in the silkworm, which produces this substance... 5/4/2006 5:04:25 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A86.html Q: I am 50 years old and have been taking actonel once a day for three years now because of mild osteoporosis. I get awful pain from degenerating discs in my lower back. The real bad pains come now and then and sometimes are unbearable. I also can’t sit for long periods of time. I wonder if SAMe would... 3/30/2006 5:37:59 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A85.html Q: I am having day surgery and I was wondering if I should stop taking my vitamins and if so, how long before the surgery? What supplements are safe to take after surgery? A: One week prior to surgery you should stop taking fish oils, vitamin E and products containing green tea, angelica or other... 3/23/2006 3:22:39 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A84.html By David Musnick, MD Are youconfused by the abundance of information and the number of options available for supplements and vitamins? If you are interested in supporting the health of your heart and blood vessels, here are a few simple things you can do to keep your health in check. 3/9/2006 5:13:23 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A83.html By Dr. Astrid Chong, ND Cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes account for approximately two- thirds of all deaths in the United States, with cardiovascular disease being the most prevalent. Due to this alarming statistic, a concerted effort is being made through many research institutes to find... 3/2/2006 3:44:01 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A82.html 3/2/2006 5:21:51 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A81.html By Natasha Turner, ND Beat an energy slump with these quick and easy energizing supplements. RhodiolaThis adaptgenic herb allows your body to adapt to stress and improves endurance and immunity. It also has been found to boost the activity of our “feel good” hormones in the brain (serotonin and dopamine)... 2/9/2006 3:00:09 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A80.html By Natasha Turner Whether you are concerned with preventing heart disease, have a personal history of high cholesterol, high blood pressure or another risk factor for heart disease, take these top cardiac supplements to improve your heart and blood vessel health. 2/2/2006 4:33:19 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A79.html By Dr. Jonn Matsen If you’re looking for a supplement that may help you strengthen your immune system, improve your skin and circulation, reduce inflammation and protect against stress, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and other illnesses, then you may want to consider taking Pycnogenol®. Pycnogenol®... 1/19/2006 4:25:40 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A78.html By Natasha Turner, ND While many women pass through menopause with the termination of menses and no side effects, other women experience symptoms lasting months to years. Hot flashes, night sweats, urinary urgency and frequency, insomnia, depression, failing memory, hair texture changes, skin elasticity... 1/12/2006 4:29:37 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A77.html By Natasha Turner, ND Models on the cover of every fashion and fitness magazine are the envy of every woman who desires to have and hold a flat, sexy stomach. Admit it, don’t you love waking up in the morning with the feeling of a having a flat tummy? Or are you one of those people who wakes up with... 12/15/2005 2:21:20 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A76.html By Natasha Turner, ND Protein powders can provide an excellent source of protein in our diets. If you are a conscious eater attempting to balance healthy carbs, proteins and fats at each meal, you are probably aware of the fact that finding lean sources of protein can sometimes be challenging. This... 12/8/2005 5:26:43 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A75.html By Natasha Turner, ND I have to admit that grabbing my latte is a high point of the day. I didn’t always consume drinks with caffeine. When the “fresh age” of 30 arrived along with a break up, I started drinking coffee. Although I occasionally give it up for a few weeks at a time, the comfort and gratification... 12/1/2005 4:56:38 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A74.html by Dr. Astrid Chong, NDCold and flu season is upon us once again. The flu (short name for influenza) is a highly contagious infection caused by viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs creating fever, malaise and fatigue. The flu is normally a relatively mild disease for people who are healthy.... 11/22/2005 4:03:15 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A72.html By Natasha Turner, ND In this anti-bacterial age, most people would never recognize bacteria as a good thing. But, in the right places and amounts, strains of beneficial bacteria exist that are valuable to our health and wellness. These beneficial bacteria, also called probiotics, are found mostly... 11/3/2005 1:30:46 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A71.html By David Musnick, MDIntroductionBreast cancer like cancers in other tissues, is a line of cells in the breast multiplying without the normal controls. Breast cancer occurs for many different reasons. There are genetic, hormonal, physiological and environmental factors that lead to cancer. One of the... 10/20/2005 6:35:36 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A70.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarco Every first aid kit should contain high quality oregano oil. According to aromatherapy expert, Dr. Gary Young, “Oregano oil is a powerful anti-infectious agent for the respiratory, gastrointestinal, nervous, reproductive, lymphatic and hematological systems. It has broad spectrum... 10/13/2005 4:33:32 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A69.html By Natasha Turner, ND Most of us think of aspirin when we get a headache, flu or a painful injury. Its analgesic (pain-reducing), anti-inflammatory (aids swelling) and antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties make it one of the most commonly recommended drugs. But the majority of aspirin tablets taken... 10/6/2005 5:33:21 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A68.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarco In our obsession with low fat, we haven't always distinguished between "good" and "bad" fats. It's clear that bad fats such as margarine, shortening, animal fats, refined vegetable oils and rancid and overheated oils are harmful. But, sometimes the good fats such as extra virgin... 9/29/2005 2:24:59 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A67.html By Dr. David Musnick, MDThe most important aspects of a successful weight loss program include the following steps:1. Decrease total calories in your food to be less than the calories that your body uses for its resting metabolic rate (RMR). 2. Burn more calories with your aerobic exercise so that you... 9/1/2005 3:26:12 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A66.html By Carolyn DeMarco, MD Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)  some call it pampering me softly, psycho man slayers or preventing male stupidity. Approximately 90% of women in the childbearing age group experience premenstrual symptoms of some sort. Half of this group will experience only mild premenstrual... 5/5/2005 3:10:06 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A65.html By David Musnick, MD Benign Prostate Hypertrophy(BPH)The prostate is normally a walnut-sized gland that produces seminal fluid to aid in sperm transport. BPH is a non-malignant(not cancerous) growth in the size of the prostate gland. It is actually an increase in the number of cells in the gland rather... 4/21/2005 3:29:08 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A64.html By Natasha Turner, ND The springtime sunshine is a welcome sight after the long, cold winter and a wonderful reminder that summer’s just around the corner. And now, the tanning debate begins – to tan or not to tan? So many of us love the look of a sun-kissed glow, but sadly, there’s no doubt that excessive... 4/7/2005 1:42:49 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A63.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarcoCardiologist and researcher Dr. Peter Langsjoen ranks the discovery of the nutrient known as coenzyme Q10 as one of the biggest advances of this century. "To ask cardiologists to practice without it would be like asking an internist to practice without antibiotics."Coenzyme Q10... 3/24/2005 4:42:56 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A62.html By David Musnick MD Garlic is most well known for its distinctive flavor in foods. As a food it is part of the scientific family of liliacea and its name is allium sativum. Other members of this family include onions, leeks, chives and shallots. These are all healthy vegetables and can be a source... 3/3/2005 10:34:42 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A61.html By David Musnick MD Fats, Fatty Acids and Fish Oil: The BasicsFats and fatty acids are probably the most poorly understood molecules by the general public, as well as by many health care providers. Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) are fatty acids that can not be made in the body and must be consumed. Having... 2/17/2005 2:19:28 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A60.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarcoArnica montana is a perennial herb native to Europe. For hundreds of years, arnica has been used externally for falls, sprains and bruises by mountain tribes around the world. In homeopathy, it is considered one of the greatest trauma remedies and indispensable for the homeopathic... 2/3/2005 11:20:14 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A59.html Try these risk free methods to help joint pains, headaches or sports related injuries By Natasha Turner ND A popular pain and arthritis medication, Vioxx was removed from the shelves last year because it was found to increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in users. More recently, Celebrex and... 1/20/2005 1:15:46 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A58.html By Dr. Jonn Matsen Bipolar Disorder, also known as manic depression, is a brain disorder that results in severe swings of mood that can range from euphoria to suicidal depression. While the symptoms are of a psychological nature, there is little doubt that it is of biological origin, though its causes... 12/23/2004 11:35:52 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A57.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarcoThe incidence of depression is skyrocketing. More than one million Canadians suffer from some type of depressive disorder. Many have depression that is both undiagnosed, as well as untreated. Depression can turn a person’s life into shambles. Antidepressant drugs are probably overused... 12/10/2004 9:23:13 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A56.html By David Musnick MD Supporting your cells The cells in your body have many biochemical reactions that are essential for life. Your body makes ATP, an energy molecule, in your mitochondria and requires many of the B vitamins, as well as zinc and magnesium to do so. Free radicals are generated, which... 12/3/2004 9:17:34 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A55.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND It seems like everyone is complaining of cold feet these days. You hop into bed and your husband or wife screams because your feet are so cold. You get out of bed during the night and realize that your floor is warmer than your cold feet. Wouldn’t it be nice to get more... 11/25/2004 3:56:48 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A54.html Maximize your investment in supplements and your health with these tips. By Natasha Turner ND Today there is overwhelming scientific evidence to confirm that vitamin deficiencies are associated with disease processes and the overall condition of your health. Vitamin, mineral, antioxidant and other... 11/19/2004 8:56:38 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A53.html The best choices for your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond!By Natasha Turner BSc, ND An epidemic of vitamin-deficient foods has been building over the past 50 years. In the past, soils were replete with nutrients which were transferred into the plants, but as farming techniques have changed dramatically over... 11/5/2004 9:19:27 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A52.html By Dr. Jonn Matsen If you look at any physiology textbook, in the kidney chapter you will see that salt, sodium chloride (NaCl), plays a key role in the function of those precious organs. It’s even more important in the production of hydrochloric acid (HCL). In fact, your body contains about four ounces... 10/28/2004 3:40:58 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A51.html By David Musnick MD Free radicals are unstable, extra electrons attached to a chemical compound. These extra electrons seek to combine with another electron and may damage your cell membranes, DNA, mitochondrial membranes and LDL cholesterol. In developed societies each person is exposed to a high... 10/21/2004 3:21:08 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A50.html Part 1 in the Series: Your Hormones; Your Body; Your Health By Natasha Turner ND It may require a stretch of your imagination to realize that one of the most fundamental determining factors of our health are the chemical signals traveling from cell to cell. But, it’s true. These infinitesimal compounds... 10/15/2004 9:08:31 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A49.html By Dr. Jonn Matsen At this time of the year, many of my patients come to see me for relief of their cold and flu symptoms, for which I commonly recommend a supplement called propolis. Propolis is a resinous substance that honeybees gather from a variety of trees (particularly the cottonwood) and combine... 10/7/2004 10:53:22 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A48.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarco Schizophrenia is a disabling mental illness that affects 1% of the population. It causes enormous suffering to patients and family alike. “The stigma of schizophrenia is still powerful and pervasive,” says Victoria psychiatrist Dr. Abram Hoffer. Hoffer, who is now 86, is world... 9/30/2004 10:22:39 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A47.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Since we were little, many of us have been left with the imprint of a fear of germs. “Don’t touch that, you’ll get germs.” “Don’t put your hands in your mouth, you’ll get germs.” “Wash your hands to get rid of the germs.” What are these mysterious germs that caused... 9/24/2004 9:09:36 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A46.html By David Musnick MD Vitamin D, known biochemically, as 1,25 dihydroxycholecalciferol has been associated for a while with calcium and bone health. It is accurate that vitamin D is essential for calcium metabolism and bone health but there are other very valuable roles for this nutrient in your body.... 9/9/2004 1:34:44 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A45.html Low carb lifestyles, nutrient deficiency as well as hormonal imbalance may cause hair loss. By Natasha Turner ND Standing in the shower running your hands through your hair, you suddenly realize that your hair is falling through your hands and right into the drain! It’s like a moment from a nightmare.... 9/2/2004 12:26:51 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A44.html By Natasha Turner, ND Ahh, the joys of freshman year: eating ice cream after every “all-you-can-eat” meal, drinking beers and then chowing down on late night Kraft Dinner, popcorn and pizza. I remember staying up all night to study and drinking a liter bottle of cola, of all things, to stay awake!... 8/26/2004 12:22:07 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A43.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Life is peaceful, you’re having a good day then suddenly you feel a migraine coming on. Pain, pain and more pain! If you’ve ever had them before, you can empathize as to how unpleasant they can truly be. Migraine headachesApproximately 24 million American suffer from... 8/12/2004 1:20:49 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A42.html By Dr. Jonn Matsen In the mid-1990s, two separate women with breast cancer came to see me and both wanted to follow a naturopathic program with the hopes that it would rid them of their disease. Each had breast cancer previously which had been successfully treated with surgery, chemotherapy and radiation... 8/5/2004 1:10:45 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A41.html These two supplements may keep you going and burn fat By Natasha Turner, ND I went out for dinner with a friend last night and it was torture to find a restaurant where I could eat while still sticking to my carbohydrate-restricted diet. On my friend’s selection we had Mexican food, and my low-carb... 7/22/2004 3:57:44 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A40.html A little bit of sunshine is good for you. By Natasha Turner, ND I love the summertime; it’s the perfect time to get a nice bit of color on your face from the sun. There is something about a tan that just makes you feel fabulous, even though we all know it is not healthy for your skin and causes wrinkles.... 7/15/2004 11:13:05 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A39.html Learn the early warning signs and get tested now By Natasha Turner, ND It is estimated that by 2009, 40% of the US population will be obese. Along with this scary statistic comes the realization that our healthcare system as it is now will not be able to sustain the increased burden of illness associated... 7/8/2004 10:54:23 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A38.html By Natasha Turner, ND Stay hot this summer with these guidelines designed to keep you safe, sunburn-free and looking great. If you plan to spend time in the sun, remember you never want to burn or get overheated. Healthy Sun Guidelines Exposure guidelinesSunlight, in reasonable doses, enables... 6/24/2004 2:46:42 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A37.html By Natasha Turner, ND An interesting change is occurring in health, fashion, fitness and beauty care—it’s not just a girl thing anymore. You can thank David Beckam, the British soccer player well-known for wearing toenail polish and sarongs, and the new term “metrosexual” for making this trend acceptable.... 6/18/2004 9:00:25 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A36.html By Dr. Jonn Matsen In an earlier article, I stated that selenium was the most important single supplement to take because studies have shown that 200 micrograms per day could cut the risk of most cancers by 50%. The nutrient that ranks a close second is sulfur, and the reason is that both selenium... 6/10/2004 12:29:29 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A35.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, BSc, ND Are you having trouble remembering what you had for breakfast? Are people always saying that they told you about such-and-such and you don’t remember? Maybe you should consider acetyl-L-carnitine to help boost your brain power. Acetyl-L-carnitineAcetyl-L-carnitineis... 6/3/2004 11:50:27 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A34.html Discover tyrosine—the nutrient that boosts your mood, metabolism, stress recovery and controls your appetite. By Natasha Turner, ND Foods high in the amino acid phenylalanine like soy products, chicken, turkey, fish, almonds, avocados, bananas, cheese, yogurt, pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds are healthy... 5/27/2004 12:23:57 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A33.html An ancient drink gets its day By David Musnick MD Green tea or camellia sinensis is a common, non-fermented tea, available in tea bags by itself or blended with other teas or spices. It is also available as an extract in capsule form. While containing caffeine, green tea only has about 20-40 mg per... 5/20/2004 12:19:20 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A32.html Abdominal fat is not good for your sex life. Find out why. By Natasha Turner, ND The paunch (ponch, panch): 1. the belly, especially a protruding one; a potbelly. It could also be recognized as 2. a place to rest the remote or a beer can on football Sunday; 3. a mass which blocks proper viewing of... 5/31/2004 10:26:04 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A31.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarco Cardiologist and researcher Dr. Peter Langsjoen ranks the discovery of the nutrient known as coenzyme Q10 as one of the biggest advances of this century. “To ask cardiologists to practice without it would be like asking an internist to practice without antibiotics.” Coenzyme... 4/29/2004 11:36:44 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A30.html The days are longer, it’s finally getting warmer, and you’re starting to think about shaking those extra pounds you packed on during your winter hibernation. By Natasha Turner, ND Spring is a great time to focus on shaping your body for summer. With the milder temperatures, it is much easier to... 4/22/2004 1:22:10 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A29.html As the vice president of natural medicine for Truestar, I am very pleased and excited to announce the release of our new vitamin program. We have teamed up with one of North America’s largest and most prestigious vitamin companies to bring you the Truestar Health Professional Series™; our premium line... 4/15/2004 4:36:08 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A28.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND When we think of spring and summer, we think of the warm weather, the lush vegetation, the sunny days and the thousands of colorful flowers throughout the landscape. Did you know some of these pretty flowers may also help you improve your health? Healing flowersBotanical... 3/25/2004 12:02:55 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A27.html We're just weeks away from the colorful foliage, blossoming flowers and warmth of summer. Spring is traditionally a time for cleaning house, and it’s also a good time to get rid of our “toxic baggage” from the winter. By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Spring is a time of changeIn wintertime, we usually... 3/18/2004 12:07:04 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A26.html Is acid reflux burning you up? Does it feel like there’s lava in the pit of your stomach that flows up to your throat? Is it worse at night, making a good sleep impossible? By Dr. Jonn Matsen You may be surprised to learn that acid reflux is not necessarily a stomach problem. Your stomach is more... 3/11/2004 12:29:19 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A25.html What if you were handed a cheque and told to spend it all on vitamins—a supplement shopping spree of sorts? What should you buy? Read on for Dr. Dugoua’s picks for best vitamins. By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Being a vitamin connoisseur by trade, I know there are vitamins and supplements that can... 3/4/2004 12:10:40 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A24.html Feeling sluggish? Tired? No pep in your step? By David Musnick, MD Many people will experience either temporary or more long-standing problems with having enough energy. It is important to be able to identify an energy problem, determine the cause and figure out how to improve it. If you do not... 2/26/2004 11:13:06 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A23.html Now that the shortbread and eggnog have vanished, the waistline has expanded and the belt is too tight, it’s time again to eat like a healthy peasant rather than wealthy royalty. By Dr. Jonn Matsen What could be more peasant-like than a hearty soup loaded with vegetables? The word “restaurant” comes... 2/19/2004 4:43:32 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A22.html By Dr. Carolyn DeMarco Peptic ulcers affect 10 to 15% of men and 4 to 15% of women at least once in their lives. More than four billion dollars are spent each year on anti-ulcer drugs. The conventional treatment includes avoidance of smoking, caffeine and alcohol along with eating small, frequent... 2/5/2004 10:09:42 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A21.html Stay focused on your New Year’s weight lossgoals. By Natasha Turner, ND It has been said that our brainsfunction as if they were still in the dinosaur age in that we must do something 21 times before it becomes ingrained as a habit. Now,30 days into the New Year, how’s your dinosaur brain functioning?... 1/29/2004 1:31:41 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A20.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Everything seems to slow down in the winter—the rivers freeze, the plants and trees take a seasonal nap and even taxis seem to take forever to pick us up. Because of the cold, we humans seem to be puttering around at a slower pace. Winter is hereWinter fatigue is very... 1/22/2004 11:58:26 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A19.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND It’s January 2004 and you now have only two months left to maximize your retirement savings plan (RSP). Gasp. Your accountant will be getting in touch with you to begin the process of sorting out your income tax for 2003. Double gasp. You find yourself tearing through... 1/15/2004 2:17:15 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A18.html By Natasha Turner, ND I was recently struck with the harsh realization that many of us, especially women, dread the thought of aging. The changes in your hair, skin and body allow for only one conclusion: gravity is a cruel and nasty thing. But the harshest sign of aging is the switch from being called... 2/12/2004 2:34:30 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A17.html By Natasha Turner, ND Vitamins are a group of complex organic chemical substances found in various natural foods. Vitamins are essential to health; they help to provide the enzymes and hormones your body needs to perform basic physiological functions such as growing, healing injuries, fighting infections... 1/8/2004 1:48:17 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A16.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND As the holidays approach, our taste for sweets is heightened. We have all been tempted by the yummy chocolates and candies that define the season. We think to ourselves, “What the heck, it’s the holidays after all.” But come January, there are the extra pounds and the... 12/18/2003 3:25:08 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A15.html The mineral that beats fatigue, anxiety—and your chocolate cravings??By Natasha Turner, ND It’s that time of day again or maybe that time of the month, when your craving for chocolate arises and nothing else will do. But what can you do about it? Although cocoa has recently been touted as healthy... 12/11/2003 1:13:38 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A14.html Many supplementsclaim to improve joint health - learn what's best for you. By David Musnick, MD Every joint of your body is lined with cartilage. This cartilage helps your joint to function and helps the bones glide on each other. Normally, joints do not hurt or make noise, but if the cartilage breaks... 12/4/2003 1:58:14 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A13.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND It’s that time of the year again, when we all look forward to some well-earned time off to spend with family, friends and loved ones, or maybe to some peace and quiet on our own. A time where we look forward to the coming year and hope our credit card company has accidentally... 11/27/2003 2:08:59 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A12.html Use these simple tips to keep you healthy even with a hectic schedule. By Natasha Turner, ND If you’re like me, your day starts early, with a workout, breakfast and prep for the day well behind me by the time I’m at my desk by 9 am. Many meetings, calls, emails and presentations later, I arrive home... 11/20/2003 3:59:48 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A11.html Recognizing the importance ofa healthy body composition By Natasha Turner, ND Don’t you just love all those supermodels that say they never work out and eat whatever they want yet still manage to look fabulous? It almost makes you want to adopt their diet of caffeine, nicotine and burgers. Would... 11/13/2003 2:47:48 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A10.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND The use of complementary and alternative medicine has been steadily rising since the mid-twentieth century. We are discovering that a healthy lifestyle, a good diet, proper supplementation, exercise and a good attitude go a long way toward preventing disease. More and... 11/7/2003 8:52:45 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A9.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a skin disease that affects a number of people. Eczema may begin as early as infancy, but is typically more common in children. Relapses are common in adolescence and adulthood. Eczema can be located on the hands, elbows, scalp... 10/30/2003 3:14:54 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A8.html By Natasha Turner, ND If you suffer with chronic yeast infections, you are probably all too familiar with the frustration and distress they cause. Yeast infections are normally not life-threatening, but they are definitely life-affecting! A yeast infection can ruin your sex life and it can be an indication... 10/24/2003 1:30:54 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A7.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND The berries of saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) have a long history of use in the Americas, dating back to the Mayans who used these berries as a general tonic. In more recent times, saw palmetto is often used in the treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), which... 10/24/2003 1:30:44 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A6.html By Natasha Turner, ND If you are plagued by cramping with your menstrual cycle each month, you are not alone. Millions of women experience menstrual discomfort, making it the most common cause of missed school or work hours. For some, dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, may begin a few days prior... 10/9/2003 2:57:10 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A5.html By Natasha Turner, ND The quest for the perfect body is never-ending, and many will adopt any means necessary to achieve it. There has never been any doubt that exercise and proper diet are essential for a healthy body composition, but what about weight loss aids? Many of the products marketed for... 10/2/2003 11:07:32 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A4.html By Natasha Turner, ND Vanadium for weigtht loss?Vanadium, a little-known trace mineral, has been getting some good press lately as a supplement that may reduce the risk of diabetes. Recent studies have found vanadium may improve the body’s response to insulin, important for preventing insulin resistance,... 9/26/2003 1:34:23 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A3.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND When you take a drink, it is likely that every cell in your body will feel the effect of that drink. In moderation, alcohol intake is harmless and, in some cases, it may even be therapeutic for certain diseases, such as red wine for cardiovascular disease. In the case... 9/18/2003 10:15:34 AM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A2.html By Dr. Jean-Jacques Dugoua, ND Biotin is listed in your multivitamin, but what does it do for you? Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin that is part of the B vitamins. It is required in a number of enzymatic reactions in the body, particularly in the production of energy from carbohydrates and fats.... 9/13/2003 12:54:48 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A1.html By David Musnick, MD Vitamin B12 is a member of the B complex of vitamins. It is found in foods of animal origin such as meat , fish, shellfish and eggs. In its natural form, it is known as methyl or adenosyl cobalamine. Synthetic forms are known as methyl and cyanocobalamin. It has many roles in your... 7/28/2005 3:31:51 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A1.html Fat-soluble vitamins are available in dry or water-soluble forms for individuals who are sensitive to oils or who are on a lowfat diet. Fat is essential for the absorption of vitamins A, D, E and K, so a diet that is low in fat may increase the risk of deficiency of these vitamins. Supplementing with... 7/28/2005 3:31:51 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A1.html Also consider critical micronutrients for some disorders, like boron (bone disorders and arthritis) and vanadium (blood sugar and immune disorders). These are included in some vegetables and fruits, but if you do not eat enough you may need a multivitamin that includes them.Major vitaminssuch asA, B,... 7/28/2005 3:31:51 PM EST http://truestarhealth.com/members/cm_archives14ML3P1A1.html Most alternative health professionals recommendagainst taking iron supplements, especially for men and post-menopausal women. Mostbrands offer iron-freemultivitamins or include just a small amount, within the 25% RDA range. Unless there are special needs, only children and premenopausal women should... 7/28/2005 3:31:51 PM EST