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Fructose Raises Triglyceride Levels
While consumers may not have even blinked when the use of high fructose corn replaced sucrose (table sugar) as a sweetener several years ago, new research is showing that fructose has the ability to significantly raise triglyceride levels, which may increase the risk of heart disease. This doesn't mean that one should avoid fruit. However, fruit juices, sodas, and other beverages sweetened with fructose should be avoided.

Lawmakers Feel Heat on Patients Rights
Both parties scrambled for the political high ground on Patients' Rights legislation this week as senators prepared for test votes on the sweeping measure. President Bush reaffirmed his support for giving patients more guarantees, such as ready access to specialists and use of the closest emergency room.

A Few Safety Guidelines Can Get Exercisers Through Warmer Weather Without Trouble
The primary goal when exercising during hot weather is to help the body rid itself of the heat it is generating and to prevent potential health risks. Be sure to wear lightweight, loose fitting clothing, exercise during the cooler times of the day, and drink lots of cool (not cold) fluids before, during and after you exercise. Lesser known facts about exercising in the heat: older folks need more frequent rests and extra fluids, you will be drawing more calories from carbohydrates, and your heart rate will be higher.

The Healer Within
When an individual purposefully seeks a state of deep relaxation a number of very important physiological mechanisms are triggered. Many disease states are aggravated by the over activity of the sympathetic nervous system. Inducing the relaxation response can resolve or balance the effects of over activity or stress in the body. In "Relaxation Practices" Dr. Roger Jahnke explains how the preliminary level of the self applied health enhancement methods include very simplified but highly effective techniques of progressive relaxation.

Mind Over Matter
Are you spending every precious moment working and sacrificing for your perfect future? Perhaps it's time you learned that rushing toward the end is the surest way to destroy the journey. In "Time Out: for living life fully" Barry Bittman, M.D. urges you to create your journey one step at a time, and remember to spend every moment exploring with the wondrous eyes of a child. "Happiness is where you are right now."

Understanding Homeopathy
A growing number of professional athletes and weekend warriors are spelling relief H-O-M-E-O-P-A-T-H-Y. Although homeopathic medicines have a reputation of helping people who are suffering from chronic diseases, these natural medicines are wonderfully effective in treating common sports injuries. In "Homeopathic Medicines For Sports Injuries" Dana Ullman, M.P.H. offers helpful information about single remedies vs. formulas, internal and external remedies, and frequency of doses.

Integrative Dentistry
On a daily basis thousands of individuals have mercury and silver inserted into their teeth by American dentists. There are claims that mercury is hazardous causing a variety of illnesses including brain damage, birth defects, multiple sclerosis, memory loss, chronic fatigue and allergies. On the other hand the American Dental Association maintains that mercury amalgam fillings are safe and it is unethical for a dentist to suggest or recommend the removal of amalgam restorations for the alleged purpose of removing toxic substance from the body. In "Mercury Dental Fillings: Hazard Or Hoax" Flora Parsa Stay, D.D.S. explains under what circumstances mercury can be toxic, and offers guidelines for evaluating your own exposure. She recommends you not add any new mercury dental fillings.

Pain Defense - Breakthrough In Joint & Muscle Pain

Defend yourself against repeat pain and suffering. This optimum pain relief system is one that works from the inside-out to promote immediate, as well as long term relief. The PAIN DEFENSE, advanced pain technology system represents a breakthrough in pain relief. The Pain Defense Co. offers two scientifically designed internal and external formulas that provide optimum support, prevention and treatment for joint and muscle pain, working from the inside - out. 40% Off the combination set, plus a FREE roll-on, a $69.95 value for only $29.95. Try Without Risk - 30 Day Money Back Guarantee.

Studies from around the world show that modern farming methods have resulted in depleted soil conditions and that foods grown on that soil no longer contain the full spectrum of essential nutrients needed for healthy development, strong immune function, and emotional and mental vitality. The ChildLife Nutritional Supplement Program offers doctor-developed nutritional formulas you can trust, to help provide your infant or child with the best possible start in life. Along with a healthful diet and careful nurturing, the ChildLife Nutritional Supplement Program will support your child through the formative years and help create a solid foundation for good health throughout life.

Healthy Bookstore
Specially geared to the needs of the beginning meditator, "Meditation: The Complete Guide" by Patricia Monaghan and Eleanor G. Viereck explains more than 50 meditation practices. Readers can take a self-test to acquire information about which types of meditations are most appropriate for them. Blending comfortable narration with extensive research, each chapter also covers historical background, contemporary use, a description of the practice, and resource list.

We invite you to visit all of our Healthy e-Stores:
ChildLife (Nutritional Supplements for Kids) - www.healthy.net/childlife
CleanZone (Advanced Hygiene System) - www.healthy.net/cleanzone
NatureWell (Allergy & Eye Products) - www.healthy.net/naturewell
PainDefense (Joint & Muscles Formula) - www.healthy.net/paindefense
Teeccino (Caffeine-Free Herbal Coffee) - www.healthy.net/teeccino

Featured Center
The Healthy Woman Center provides a powerful resource of over 130 articles and Real Audio tapes from leading experts in natural health care for women such as Susan Lark, M.D., Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, and Honora Lee Wolfe. The Center provides daily Women's Health News from the leading newswires, self-care and alternative therapies such as herbal medicine, homeopathy and Chinese medicine for dozens of women's health concerns, a Daily Women's Health Expert feature from a leading authority in women's health, a women's health bookstore, as well as women's health products from leading eco-friendly companies.

Healthy Man Update
Jock itch is definitely a condition worth your while to prevent. Symptoms are redness, itching and scaliness in the groin and thigh area. Clothing stored in dark, poorly ventilated conditions and then worn again without being laundered, provides the ideal environment in which the fungi thrive. Unfortunately, treatment can take up to two weeks to work. The article "Jock Itch" prepared by the American Institute of Preventive Medicine outlines self-help tips to relieve jock itch that are also guidelines for prevention.

Healthy Kitchen - Healthy Recipes
"Cancer Cookbook: Making It Nutritious and Delicious" by Patrick Quillin Ph.D., R.D. was written with the cancer patient in mind and can also be helpful to people who want to eat properly but have little time to spend in the kitchen. Online is a sample chapter with valuable tips, such as reviews of all of the diets developed for the cancer patient with a compilation of their common nutrition principles. It goes on to remind us of the synegistic forces in foods and the "superfoods", such as yogurt, garlic, carotenoids, cruciferous vegetables, mushrooms, legumes. Don't miss the recipe for the Dragon-Slayer Shake.

Association Network -- Hot Pick
The American Herbalists Guild (AHG) is a peer-review organization for professional herbalists specializing in the medicinal use of plants. AHG promotes excellence in herbalism, serves as an information referral center for the herbal community, and serves as a liaison that interfaces with professional associations and regulatory agencies.

Visit www.americanherbalistsguild.com

Nutritional Medicine - Detoxification
Caffeine, like sugar, over-stimulates the adrenals and then weakens them with persistent or chronic use. Caffeine can be a lifetime drug for many. We begin with hot chocolate or chocolate bars, which contain some caffeine, move into colas or other soft drinks with caffeine, and then add coffee and tea. In "Nutritional Program for Caffeine Detoxification" Elson M. Haas M.D. explains the various dangers from coffee, both regular and decaf. He advises completely stopping its use or tapering it off over time - for stopping may produce several symptoms. Usually, the slower the tapering, the easier the withdrawal. After withdrawal and detox from caffeine, it is possible that it can still be used in moderation, but for many people, it can easily become a habit and addiction again.

Featured Natural Medicine School
Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies offers quality educational experiences in the field of western herbalism, blending art with science. Each of their innovative programs is designed with a specific focus and intention. The professional training programs are geared for those wanting to embrace herbalism as a career, while the Sacred Earth Series is intended for those interested in the spiritual aspects of herbalism. For the advanced student, they offer an Advanced Clinical Internship. Day and night classes are available. For more information: schools.naturalhealers.com/rmcbs/

To search a directory of natural medicine schools go to: healthy.net/univ/profess/schools/med

Global Health Calendar -- Hot Picks

Clinical Training in Mind/Body Medicine
Boston, MA USA
June 25-29, 2001
Contact: Center for Training in Mind/Body Medicine
- 617-632-9542

Nutracon 2001
San Diego, CA USA
July 9-11, 2001
Contact: Nutracon - 303-998-9118

Anti-Aging Conference
Chicago, IL USA
July 13-15, 2001
Contact: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine - 312-345-7917

26th Annual National Wellness Conference
The Premier Conference in Wellness Promotion
Stevens Point, WI USA
July 14-20, 2001
Contact: National Wellness Institute - 800-243-8694

2nd International Conference and Exhibition on Traditional Medicine
Integrating Traditional Medicine Into Orthodox Medicine
Accra, Greater Accra GHANA
July 20-21, 2001
Contact: Africa First LLC - 651 646 4721

Remembering Psyche-Your Incarnated Soul
A 6-Day Healing and Training Intensive in Soul-Based Psychology
with Jacquelyn Small
Dahlonega, GA USA
August 17-23, 2001
Contact: Eupsychia Institute - 800-546-2795

American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
16th Annual Convention & Exposition
Tucson, AZ USA
August 22-26, 2001
Contact: American Association of Naturopathic Physicians - 703-610-0270

Pain Management: A Challenge for the New Millennium
12th Annual Clinical Meeting
Arlington, VA USA
September 6-9, 2001
Contact: American Academy of Pain Management - 209-533-9744

WholeLife Expo
Dallas, TX USA
September 21-23, 2001
Contact: WholeLife - 800-551-3976

Edmonton Health Show
Edmonton, Alberta CANADA
September 22-23, 2001
Contact: Canadian National Health Shows - 604-885-0960

Global Holistic Health Summit on Holistic and Integrated Medicine for the 21st Century
Bangalore, Karnataka INDIA
November 11-16, 2001
Contact: International Holistic Health Association - 91-80-2279698