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Teens who drink 100% fruit juice have lower intakes of dietary fat and higher intakes of nutrients

New research published in the March/April issue of the American Journal of Health Promotion shows that teens who drink 100 percent fruit juice have more nutritious diets overall compared to non-consumers.

4 Mar 2010

Fluorescent lighting in supermarkets can boost nutritional value of fresh spinach: Study

Far from being a food spoiler, the fluorescent lighting in supermarkets actually can boost the nutritional value of fresh spinach, scientists are reporting. The finding could lead to improved ways of preserving and enhancing the nutritional value of spinach and perhaps other veggies, they suggest in a study in ACS' bi-weekly Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

4 Mar 2010

Clinton delivers satellite phones as Chile earthquake, tsunami recovery continues

part of her trip to Latin America, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton handed out 25 satellite phones on Tuesday in Chile and said the U.S. would help "in any way the government of Chile asks us to," the Washington Times reports (3/3).

4 Mar 2010

SAGE publishes new book on counselling suicidal clients

Counselling Suicidal Clients by Andrew Reeves, from University of Liverpool Counselling Service, is a new title for counselling practitioners published today by SAGE.

3 Mar 2010

FDA releases key findings of nation's dietary habits in Health and Diet Survey

More than half of consumers in the United States often read the food label when buying a product for the first time. These consumers are also increasingly aware of the link between diet and heart disease.

3 Mar 2010

Toxins in K2: Saint Louis University professor warns parents to lookout for warning signs

In the last month, Anthony Scalzo, M.D., professor of toxicology at Saint Louis University, has seen nearly 30 cases involving teenagers who were experiencing hallucinations, severe agitation, elevated heart rate and blood pressure, vomiting and, in some cases, tremors and seizures. All of these teens had smoked a dangerous, yet legal substance known as K2 or "fake weed."

3 Mar 2010

Opinions: Chile's preparedness; Evangelical Christians; 'Locavorism'

The earthquake in Chile "was the fifth biggest ever measured, and several hundred times larger than the one that killed more than 220,000 in Haiti," according to a Wall Street Journal editorial. The editorial highlights Chile's preparation for earthquakes, including stricter building codes. "But such preparation is also the luxury of a prosperous country, in contrast to destitute and ill-governed Haiti.

3 Mar 2010

Majority of consumers read food labels; skeptical of 'low fat' or 'high fiber' labels

A majority of consumers read food labels and are increasingly aware of the link between good nutrition and reducing the risk of disease, according to the latest survey of dietary habits released today by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

3 Mar 2010

Cigarette commercials can encourage smoking among teenagers

A new study shows that the particular content of tobacco marketing resonates with youth and that the vivid imagery in tobacco advertising captures their interest, although teens typically are more resistant to the promotional seduction of other products.

3 Mar 2010

As rainy season begins, U.N. special envoy Clinton asks for more shelter, latrines for Haitian earthquake survivors

During a phone call on Monday, Bill Clinton, the U.N. special envoy for Haiti, asked U.N. officials to provide more tents, latrines and hurricane-proof shelter to improve housing and sanitation for Haitian earthquake survivors living in temporary camps, the Associated Press writes.

3 Mar 2010

Whole Body experts provide tips on how to sustain body's energy

As part of its "Be Good to Your Whole Body campaign in its Whole Body departments, Whole Foods Market focuses on healthy energy for the month of March.

2 Mar 2010

Latest FCC edition includes standards covering quality and purity for 1,100 food ingredients

New and updated quality standards for ingredients used in functional foods and a host of other food products manufactured, sold and consumed every day are included in the newly released seventh edition of the Food Chemicals Codex. Published by the U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention, the FCC is an internationally recognized compendium of standards that helps ensure the identity, quality, purity and consistency of food ingredients.

2 Mar 2010

Massive earthquake hits Chile

"Shell-shocked Chileans struggled to deal with the aftermath of a massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake that ripped through the southern half of the country early Saturday morning," the Wall Street Journal reports.

1 Mar 2010

Resurrected ParticipACTION initiative in Canada still has potential to succeed

Despite a six-year hiatus, a resurrected national physical activity initiative in Canada, ParticipACTION, still has the potential to succeed thanks to a "sticky" brand fostered over thirty successful years, and support from organizations with health promotion and physical activity as their mandates, University of Alberta researchers have found.

1 Mar 2010

Founders of Valence Health selected for induction into 2010 Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame

Valence Health, a leading provider of clinical integration, data analytic solutions, and outsourced administrative management services for health plans today announced that Phil Kamp and Todd Stockard, founders of Valence Health, have been selected for induction into the 2010 Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame.

1 Mar 2010

Ashton and Georgieva visit Haiti to evaluate development of European humanitarian aid

Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission, and Kristalina Georgieva, Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection, will visit Haiti to evaluate the development of European humanitarian aid and assess future needs.

1 Mar 2010

Sen. Kyl says Republicans will support temporary COBRA extension

The Hill: "The Senate will pass the stalled temporary extension of certain unemployment benefits but a yearlong extension might be a tougher sell, Senate Minority Whip Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) said Sunday. Republicans and Democrats had reached an agreement on the temporary extension last week but Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.)

1 Mar 2010

World Vision prepares to transport emergency relief supplies, send more staff to Chile

World Vision is preparing to respond to the massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that hit Chile, working with its regional offices to transport emergency relief supplies and getting ready to send more staff to support the relief response.

1 Mar 2010

Walgreens donates $2M to American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund

As Haiti continues its rebuilding efforts from the devastating earthquake that hit its largest city in January, Walgreens wrapped up its in-store giving campaign with customers donating nearly $2 million to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund.

27 Feb 2010

Pinnacles Services attains LEED Gold rating for headquarters building

Representatives from Pinnacle Services announced today they have attained LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for their headquarters located at 724 Central Avenue NE in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Pinnacle Services moved into the location in November of 2008.

26 Feb 2010

Miscellaneous News

Teens who drink 100% fruit juice have lower intakes of dietary fat and higher intakes of nutrients

Fluorescent lighting in supermarkets can boost nutritional value of fresh spinach: Study

Clinton delivers satellite phones as Chile earthquake, tsunami recovery continues

SAGE publishes new book on counselling suicidal clients

FDA releases key findings of nation's dietary habits in Health and Diet Survey

Toxins in K2: Saint Louis University professor warns parents to lookout for warning signs

Opinions: Chile's preparedness; Evangelical Christians; 'Locavorism'

Majority of consumers read food labels; skeptical of 'low fat' or 'high fiber' labels

Cigarette commercials can encourage smoking among teenagers

As rainy season begins, U.N. special envoy Clinton asks for more shelter, latrines for Haitian earthquake survivors

Whole Body experts provide tips on how to sustain body's energy

Latest FCC edition includes standards covering quality and purity for 1,100 food ingredients

Massive earthquake hits Chile

Resurrected ParticipACTION initiative in Canada still has potential to succeed

Founders of Valence Health selected for induction into 2010 Chicago Area Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame

Ashton and Georgieva visit Haiti to evaluate development of European humanitarian aid

Sen. Kyl says Republicans will support temporary COBRA extension

World Vision prepares to transport emergency relief supplies, send more staff to Chile

Walgreens donates $2M to American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund

Pinnacles Services attains LEED Gold rating for headquarters building

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