November 3, 2002- Daily Dosage
A reduced risk of heart disease may be only a few flavonoid-filled sips of tea away.

Tea is a rich source of the flavonoids quercetin, kaempferol, and myricetin, and research shows that high dietary intake of these compounds is associated with a reduced risk of fatal heart attacks. In one study, people who drank about a cup and a half of tea per day were almost 40% less likely to suffer a heart attack compared to tea abstainers.

Getting the right amount of antioxidants through diet or supplements will help reduce your chances of the number one killer of Americans- Heart Disease.
SOURCE: American Heart Association, ©2002

November 10, 2002- Daily Dosage
Making a promise this week to start cutting back on the fat in your diet might help keep your prostate healthy.

Recent research suggests that a high-fat diet may be associated with an increased risk of advanced prostate cancer. In a study, men with the highest intake of fat had nearly double the risk of developing advanced prostate cancer compared to men adhering to low-fat diets. Limit fat intake to 30% or less of your daily calories.

Eating a low-fat diet--and eating healthful unsaturated fats when you do eat fat--can lower your risk of cancer related deaths significantly.
SOURCE: Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, ©2002

November 17, 2002- Just Dropping In
Adding a few drops of oil of oregano to meat marinades or salad dressings may help keep harmful bugs at bay.

Research suggests that when added to food, oil of oregano could help reduce the presence of harmful food-borne pathogens. In laboratory studies, the essential oil was shown to inhibit the growth of both E. coli (Escherichia coli) and Listeria (Listeria monocytogenes).

Protecting your immune system can help your chances of fighting off colds and other infections.
SOURCE: Journal of Food Protection, ©2002

November 24, 2002- Just Dropping In
If you take certain pain relievers very frequently, it may be a good idea to have your blood pressure checked every year.

Recent research revealed that women who regularly took nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofin or naproxen, had a higher than normal risk for high blood pressure. Only women taking these medications for 22 or more days per month appeared to experience the increased risk.

Actively patrolling your health can make your reduce your chances of complications from cardiovascular diseases.
SOURCE: University of Michigan, ©2002