Here are the Top 10 Reasons Yogurt is a Top Health Food 1. Yogurt is easier to digest than milk. Many people who cannot tolerate milk, either because of a protein allergy or lactose intolerance, can enjoy yogurt. The culturing process makes yogurt more digestible than milk. The live active cultures create lactase, the enzyme […]
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Shopping for Yogurt
Yogurt can provide a great lesson in how to compare nutrition labels. Next time you’re at the supermarket, pick up a nutrient-dense yogurt (Dr. Bill’s personal favorite is organic Stonyfield Greek Yogurt) and one of the “light” brands that are produced with artificial ingredients. Then try them both at separate times of the day. Notice […]
How to Buy the Healthiest Yogurt: 5 Tips
As when you purchase any food, read the label, both the “Nutritional Facts” panel and the list of ingredients. Look specifically at the following: 1. The best nutritional deal is plain yogurt, which has only two ingredients: live cultures and milk (whole milk, low-fat, or skim). The longer the ingredients list, the more calories you […]
5 Ways to Use Yogurt as a Nutritious Substitute
Yogurt is one of the most versatile foods, especially for children who love dips and toppings. It can be used as a substitute for many high-fat foods. Here are some suggestions. Use yogurt in place of mayonnaise. Non- fat, plain yogurt contains less than ten percent of the calories, less than one percent of the […]
Candida (yeast) Infection on Nipples
Candida (also called yeast, monilla or thrush) is a fungus that thrives in warm, dark, moist environments, such as the mucus membranes of the mouth and vagina, the diaper area, skin folds, bra pads, and on persistently wet nipples. Suspect candida as the cause of your sore nipples if: • Your nipples are extremely sore, […]
Yeast Breast Rash / Infection
“I have had a rash on my breasts which my doctor diagnosed as impetigo. He prescribed an oral antibiotic which has not worked on this yeast breast rash. In fact the rash has gotten worse and has spread to a larger area on the breasts. I am at the end of the antibiotics. I know […]
Yeast Infection
SELF-HELP METHODS TO REDUCE THE FREQUENCY OF YEAST INFECTIONS Try the following self-help methods to reduce the frequency and intensity of vaginal yeast infections: Cut down on refined sugar in your diet. Eat yogurt that contains live Lactobacillus acidophilus cultures or take oral acidophilus tablets or powder. Shower off the discharge — a handheld showerhead […]
Nutritional Benefits
“Got milk?” ask the ads. “Do you really need milk?” ask parents. There is a place for milk and dairy products in the American diet, as long as you choose the right kinds. Here are some questions you may have about milk for kids and grown-ups. QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT MILK NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS Why […]
9 Ways to Curb Your Sugar Cravings
The good news about the link between body chemistry and cravings is that there are other ways to stimulate the release of your well-being hormones and to keep them at steady levels. Here are some suggestions: 1. Exercise regularly. One of the healthiest ways to experience better living through better brain chemistry is to exercise […]
Dietary Changes to Lower Cancer Risk
12 Dietary Changes to Lower Cancer Risk Some foods actually contribute to the development of cancer; other foods lessen the risk. Follow these dietary changes to lower cancer risk. More specifically, these dietary guidelines target lowering the risk of colorectal cancer as well as preventing cardiovascular disease. For people with a genetic tendency toward colorectal […]