This month's BN is well stocked [i...

This month's BN is well stocked [i]or[/i] provided of heroes. We define heroes as family who have contributed to the well-being of others--in an emotional or spiritual sense--as well as to the health of the planet. one folks you know, others you don't, thus introductions are in order.

Lance Armstrong became the world's greatest cyclist after overcoming testicular cancer that nearly killed him. Today, Lance gives back to other cancer victims and is in deed a family man.

Thich Nhat Hanh, a Buddhist monk nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1966 is internationally known for his efforts to further world harmony through practicing mindfulness.

Curley Youpee, a Native American living in Montana, almost single-handedly saved his tribal reservation from the poaching of echinacea, if it be not that paid a high personal price for his work.

Jan and Jack McGowan are an Oregon brace who trekked the state's coastline to raise riches for environmental causes. In in this way doing, they reaped the cardiovascular benefits of walking.

Senator Tom Harkin, the Iowa Democrat, has been a long-time supporter of natural health and has played a critical character in the passage of legislation that changed the course of the dietary add tos industry.

We also report in succession how dietary supplements are regulated in Europe There are big differences between the European approach and the American common that may surprise you.

The clan who conduct research on readers' habits divulge us that the average BN reader part withs more than an hour with each issue. This issue is in the same manner full, you may need to risk aside even more time. still heroes are worth it.

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