Tour de France Report: Stage 6

Another flat day, but the mountains are looming.

July 10, 2014 Sports Post by Larysa Pachulski

Tour de France 2012: Stage 6

The last sprinter-friendly stage

July 7, 2012 Sports Post by Larysa Pachulski

To Your Health

I keep hearing about omega-3 fatty acids. What are they, where do they come from, and what good are they?

"...A. For many years linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, was the only recognized "essential fatty acid";..."

Dec. 13, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Why can't nutritionists make up their minds about whether fat is good for you or not?

"...more complex. There are two families of polyunsaturated fats, omega-6 and omega-3 fats, which are not only incorporated into..."

Sept. 5, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Did you know that wild foods have more nutrients than domesticated plants or animals?

"...abundant antioxidants and a very favorable ratio of 2-to-1 omega-6/omega-3 fatty acids, the Americanized version has fewer antioxidants and..."

Oct. 27, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Is grass-fed beef healthier or better than grain-fed?

"...the fatty acids in our present diet: too much omega-6 and too little omega-3. Omega-6 fatty acids are found..."

Sept. 19, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Every time I eat peanuts or peanut butter, I get a scratchy throat. About a year ago, I had some allergy testing and peanuts were not a problem. What's going on?

"...the majority of Americans, suffer from an imbalance of omega-6 and omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs). Arachidonic acid, an..."

April 27, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Does fish oil work as well as Tricor to reduce triglycerides associated with diabetes?

"...that Tricor affects the balance of the omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which already tends to be unbalanced toward..."

Dec. 30, 2005 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Out of the blue my eight-month-old son has begun having seizures. We thought he was going to die, but thankfully, DilantinTM has stopped the seizures. What is causing this, and is there anything else I can do to control them?

"...acids (from olives and avocados) and is lower in omega-6 essential fatty acids. The American diet already supplies too..."

July 13, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I am becoming concerned that my 12-year-old daughter is overweight. Is it too early to give her some pointers on how to lose weight?

"...more of the omega-3 fats than the more convenient omega-6 fats. The present balance tends to be about 10..."

Aug. 17, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

What are the pros and cons of taking fish oil supplements?

"...fats, those long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids that, along with omega-6 fatty acids, are essential to our health. Omega-3 fats..."

Sept. 3, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

What are lignans?

"...acid, while sesame seeds contain mostly linolenic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid. This would seem to give flaxseeds the..."

Feb. 11, 2005 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

What is CRP and what is the connection to cancer?

"...Diets low in omega-3 fatty acid and high in omega-6 oils and hydrogenated fats containing trans-fatty acids – the..."

May 21, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I stopped eating nuts a few years ago when I found out about aflatoxins, but now I am hearing more about nuts being good for us. Should I reconsider?

"...to essential fatty acids, providing too much of the omega-6 family and too little of the omega-3 family...."

Feb. 15, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I feel very blessed to come from a family that lives long and generally healthy lives. I am 40 and still feel good, but my doctor recommended I take an aspirin tablet every day to prevent heart problems. What are the pros and cons?

"...Choosing a diet richer in omega-3 and skimpier in omega-6 EFAs (corn oil, safflower oil, and most of the..."

April 6, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Although hemp protein is by no means a perfect food, it is a valuable source of fiber, proteins, and essential fatty acids

"...linolenic acid, one of the anti-inflammatory fatty acids. The omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acid ratio is good, though not..."

Aug. 11, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Tour de France 2013: Stages 5 – 9

Team leaders emerge as the Tour enters week two

July 10, 2013 Sports Post by Larysa Pachulski

To Your Health

Statin drugs reduce serum cholesterol levels, but there is intense controversy over whether this translates into a reduction in deaths from heart attacks

"...keep inflammation under control, must be kept balanced with omega-6 fatty acids...."

Oct. 13, 2006 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I am in early menopause and was recently was diagnosed as hyperthyroid. I would rather not have surgery or radioactive iodine treatment. Are there other options?

"...also important to maintain a balance of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids...."

Jan. 9, 2004 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

For years my periods have been getting worse, but I'm afraid if I go to the doctor he would find endometriosis, and I don't want to use hormones. Are there any alternatives?

"...omega-3 essential fatty acids, from fish oils, and one omega-6 fatty acid, gamma linolenic acid from borage or evening..."

Jan. 11, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I have recently begun to suffer what my doctor diagnoses as carpal tunnel syndrome, apparently connected with long hours at my computer keyboard. I am now wearing a "splint" and have changed my keyboard, but would like to do more. What nutrients might help?

Aug. 2, 2002 Column

To Your Health

July 26, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

Happy Hemp: Right on Time

Hempy hempy joy joy

Jan. 27, 2012 Food Review by Kate Thornberry

Boundless Nutrition Oatmega-3 Bars

Trevor Ross cooked up his own protein bar, and they're available to you

May 30, 2008 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry

Welcome to the Tour de France 2012!

Prologue stage

July 2, 2012 Sports Post by Larysa Pachulski

The Farmers’ Market Report: March 8-9, 2014

Pastured meats, beets, and treats

March 7, 2014 Food Post by Kate Thornberry

Gay Place

Sometimes Gay Place even overwhelms itself

April 1, 2011 Column by Kate X Messer

QT5

Aug. 15, 2001 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Wrestling Legend Dustin Rhodes Keeps Steppin'

The Austin native continues a family legacy with a new TV show and a revived career

Jan. 3, 2020 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Hightower Report

June 19, 2009 News Column by Jim Hightower

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