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We are excited to introduce our new JC Health Foods newsletter. Our hope is that it helps you learn more about your health, wellness, and the natural products that may support you along the way.
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This week, we look at a clinical trial showing real promise for Crohn's patients through diet, dig into why ultra-processed foods deserve a closer look, and explore what the rush toward natural ingredients means for food quality.
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This Week in Natural Health
A 5-Day Plant-Based Reset Brought Real Relief for Crohn's Patients
For anyone living with Crohn's disease, dietary advice has always been frustratingly vague. But a new clinical trial is changing that conversation. Researchers found that a "fasting-mimicking diet”, just five days a month of very low-calorie, plant-based meals, led to noticeable symptom improvement in most participants.
Read the full study | ScienceDaily
Why Ultra-Processed Foods Deserve More Than a Side-Eye
We have known for a while that ultra-processed foods aren't doing us any favors. But Dr. Michael Greger's latest deep dive puts the scale of the problem into perspective. Excess consumption of these products is linked to increased risks of disease and death, and the story goes deeper than just "junk food is bad."
Watch the full breakdown | NutritionFacts.org
The Rush to "Natural" Is Creating a Food Fraud Problem
As food companies scramble to replace artificial dyes and additives with natural alternatives, experts are raising an uncomfortable alarm: the demand is outpacing the supply, and that is opening the door to fraud. More than 200 state-level bills targeting food additives have been introduced in the last 15 months alone.
FROM OUR SHELVES
Vitamin B1: A 67-Year-Old Theory Finally Gets Its Day
Scientists have finally confirmed a theory about vitamin B1 (thiamine) that was first proposed nearly seven decades ago. By stabilizing a highly reactive molecule in water, researchers proved a long-held hypothesis about how this essential vitamin functions in the body. The breakthrough does not just solve a scientific mystery; it could also open the door to greener chemical manufacturing processes.
Read the full story | ScienceDaily
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THIS MONTH AT JC HEALTH FOODS
Spring Reset: Your Digestive Health Starter Kit
With spring in full swing, it is a great time to give your gut some extra attention. Stop by this week and ask us about our favorite digestive support products, from quality probiotics to fiber supplements that actually taste good. We are happy to help you find what works for your body and your budget. As always, real answers, not fads.
Mention this newsletter through June 30th and get:
20% discount on any Enzymedica, Source Naturals, or NOW digestive enzyme supplement
25% discount on any Ancient Nutrition or NOW fiber supplement
25% discount on any Ancient Nutrition "Gut Restore"
Thanks for reading this week's newsletter. As always, we are here to help you make informed choices about your health. No fads, no hype, just real science and trusted guidance. That has been our philosophy for over 20 years, and it is not changing anytime soon.
Have questions about anti-inflammatory herbs or any of the topics we covered this week? Stop by JC Health Foods or give us a call at 573-636-9889.
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This newsletter is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.