Archive of: Health Brief and NAPC

	Title	Issue
	One-Size Meditation Does Not Fit All New to meditation? The most popular methods may not suit—you’re more likely to stick with the practice and reap its healthful benefits by selecting a style that feels comfortable to you.	December 2012
	A Wise Man’s Gift for Arthritis Sufferers Frankincense, an aromatic resin obtained from Boswellia trees native to Africa, is an age-old herbal remedy that may help alleviate this painful condition.	December 2012
	Raisins Yield Pressure Relief For individuals seeking a natural way to keep slightly elevated blood pressure in check, eating a handful of raisins each day might do the trick.	December 2012
	Stop Wasting Food Learn easy steps to reduce food waste, courtesy of the Natural Resources Defense Council.	December 2012
	Nutty Way to Help Preserve Cognition Various nuts—and one in particular—contain key nutrients with anti-inflammatory properties that help protect brain cells from the oxidative damage associated with cognitive decline.	December 2012
	Pitfalls of No-Fat Salad Dressings Here’s a welcome surprise: To get the most nutrients from leafy greens and vegetables, we need to pair them with a healthy fat.	December 2012
	Cranberry Juice Yields Knockout Punch Which fights urinary tract infections more quickly and effectively—cranberry supplements or the juice or sauce? Find the helpful answer here.	November 2012
	The Other Problem with Trans Fats Researchers have discovered that trans fats aren’t simply unhealthy—they can also aggravate mood swings and lead to irritability.	November 2012
	Good Foods to Keep the Brain Sharp New research reveals that diet may make a powerful difference in reducing the risk of developing the most common form of dementia, known as Alzheimer’s disease.	November 2012
	Antibiotics Overused for Sinus Infections A new medical study suggests that antibiotics, though commonly prescribed, may not be necessary for basic (acute) sinus infections.	November 2012