Sweet-tasting, But Smelly, Fruit From Asia Said To Have Many Health Benefits August 8, 2009: 11:11 AM EST A fruit from Southeast Asia that tastes sweet but smells awful apparently offers an array of health benefits, according to an article in Natural News. Citing nutritionists and experts, the author says the obscure fruit durian is loaded with antioxidants, amino acids and vitamins. It supposedly stimulates the sexual appetite, cures skin disease, lowers cholesterol, cures jaundice, and gets rid of yeast infections. All of which sounds great if you can get past its main liability: a pungent odor that is so offensive that hotels in Asia bar guests from bringing the fruit to their rooms. Sheryl Walters, "Durian is the Healing King of All Fruits", Natural News, August 08, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Healthful Fish Oil Beginning To Swim Into The Mainstream Of Food Products August 7, 2009: 09:07 AM EST As evidence of the beneficial health effects of fish oil mounts, food manufacturers are adding the omega-3 fatty acid-rich substance to a wider variety of products. In numerous studies, fish oil from cold water, oily fish like mackerel, sardines, and salmon, has been shown to improve cardiovascular and neurological health, immunity, weight management, orthopedic disorders, and much more. The market is expected to top $8 billion by 2012, as manufacturers enhance products like baby formula, dairy and bakery products, cereals, sauces, and salad dressings with fish oil doctored to remove any “fishy” taste or odor. Teresa Esquivel, "Fish Oil Provides a Sea of Benefits", Food Product Design, August 07, 2009, © American College of Cardiology Foundation

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Sports Drink Makers Take Note: Study Finds Beetroot Juice Supercharges Exercise Stamina August 6, 2009: 06:41 PM EST A UK study that should pique the interest of energy and sports drink makers, as well as endurance athletes like cyclists and distance runners, shows that beetroot juice increases stamina during exercise. Tested against a placebo drink, a regimen of half a liter of beetroot juice a day for six days prior to stationary cycling boosted exercise times in young men significantly, and cut their resting blood pressure. The University of Exeter researchers say their findings should also be of interest to senior citizens and those with cardiovascular, metabolic, or respiratory problems. "Beetroot juice boosts stamina, new study shows", University of Exeter, August 06, 2009, © University of Exeter

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Unorthodox Natural Sweeteners Make Good Substitute For Refined Sugar August 6, 2009: 11:57 AM EST Refined sugar in kids’ lunches has some serious nutritional drawbacks. Besides the fact that the nutritional value is zero, the energy boost it gives kids is too quick and too temporary. It also tends to make kids sleepy and leave them craving more sugar. Better for school lunches, besides fruit and yogurt, are a couple of unorthodox natural sweeteners – coconut palm sugar and agave nectar. Palm sugar raises blood sugar levels gradually and provides energy longer. Agave nectar is more nutritious and sweeter than sugar, so less is needed. Rose Prince , "The joys of palm sugar and agave nectar", Telegraph, August 06, 2009, © Telegraph Media Group Limited

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Beverage Developers Catch The Exotic Flavor Wave August 5, 2009: 07:20 PM EST Consumers of ready-to-drink teas and waters, premium beverages, energy drinks, and even cocktails apparently associate unusual flavors with health and wellness. Taking advantage of that trend, beverage developers are beefing up product lines with exotic, superfruit, floral and tea flavored drinks, or adding unfamiliar flavors to their older products. The trend to natural foods has beverage makers experimenting also with natural flavors as well, though these often come hand in hand with tricky cost and processing problems. "Breakout Flavors", Beverage World, August 05, 2009, © Beverage World Publications Group

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“Smart Choices” Food Labeling Program Aims To Reassure Nutrition-Conscious Consumers August 5, 2009: 11:41 AM EST Consumers now have a quick and easy way to tell whether a packaged food or beverage contains nutritional ingredients like vitamins and minerals, and/or avoids unhealthy stuff like trans fat. Developed by nutritionists, scientists, consumer groups, and food manufacturers, the authoritative Smart Choices Program has certified more than 500 products from companies like Kraft, ConAgra, Unilever, and Kellogg. Food shoppers need only look for the “green check” logo to tell if a product meets science-based Smart Choices nutritional guidelines. The program is administered by the American Society for Nutrition (ASN) and NSF International. "Smart Choices Program helps shoppers identify food and beverage choices", Reuters.com, August 05, 2009, via American Society for Nutrition, © Business Wire

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Array Of Unilever Foods Meet “Smart Choices“ Labeling Criteria August 5, 2009: 12:20 PM EST Consumer foods giant Unilever said recently that several of its products – including brands of margarine, salad dressing, ice cream, and peanut butter – are eligible to show the healthy food logo from the new Smart Choices Program. Created by scientists, health organizations, and food and beverage makers, the program aims to help consumers make healthy dietary choices by identifying products that meet certain criteria with a “check mark” logo. These products are supposed to: contain more nutrients like fiber, vitamins, minerals, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; and limit fat, sugar, and salt content. "Unilever Products Qualify for Smart Choices Program", Packaging Digest, August 05, 2009, © Business Wire

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CEO Hopes To Get Stressed Firm Whole Foods Back On Natural Foods Path August 5, 2009: 07:01 PM EST Whole Foods Markets CEO John Mackey, not one to mince words, says his company will no longer sell “a bunch of junk.” A strategic shift back to its natural food roots is working already. Profits are up, thanks to some cost-cutting after three quarters of slumping sales. And “healthy eating” became the new company mantra after Mackey himself shed 10 pounds on a non-fat diet. The company is also expanding efforts to educate customers on healthier eating, cutting prices on many of its products, and launching an employee health program. Katy Mclaughlin And Timothy W. Martin , "As Sales Slip, Whole Foods Tries Health Push ", Wall Street Journal, August 05, 2009, © Dow Jones & Company, Inc

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South African Fruit Extract Wending Its Way To U.S. Weight Mgmt. Supplement Market August 5, 2009: 02:47 AM EST An expensive extract of a fiber-rich fruit that contributes to weight management by making you feel full longer after eating it may soon make its way into the U.S. food and food supplement market, if its South African supplier is successful in talks with food manufacturers. Afriplex says its bush mango fruit extract, also shown in one study to reduce cholesterol levels, has caught the attention of international pharmaceutical companies. An Afriplex representative said the extract would probably be marketed in the same space as appetite inhibitor hoodia gordonii. Shane Starling, "'Bush mango' enters weight management market", Nutra Ingredients.com, August 05, 2009, © Decision News Media SAS

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Increased Stress, Bad Diet, Lack Of Exercise Are All Risk Factors For Heart Disease August 5, 2009: 11:49 AM EST A new study among monkeys has found that increased social stress inhibits protective hormone production in females, which in turn leads to build-ups of visceral fat and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The researchers drew a connection between the social stress found in groups of monkeys and the stress experienced by those with lower socio-economic status among humans. Both types of stress can lead to obesity, ovarian hormone deficiencies, and heart problems. "Women who are hormone-deficient will develop more atherosclerosis and be at greater risk of developing coronary heart disease,” a researcher said. "New Research Links Social Stress to Harmful Fat Deposits, Heart Disease", Wake Forest University School of Medicine , August 05, 2009, © Wake Forest University School of Medicine and North Carolina Baptist Hospitals

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Food Manufacturers Have Multiple Options For Boosting Fiber Content August 4, 2009: 07:21 PM EST Consumers are increasingly aware of the health benefits of a diet rich in fiber content. The challenge for food manufacturers is to boost soluble and insoluble fiber content in more products, while maintaining flavor, structure, and affordability. High-fiber whole grains and bran are the key sources, and the options go beyond oats and barley. Corn bran provides an insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber sources such as dextrin are derived from corn and wheat. There are also the “ancient” whole grains such as amaranth, millet, quinoa, and sorghum, each with its own unique benefits. Cindy Hazen, "High-Fiber Grains", Food Product Design, August 04, 2009, © Virgo Publishing, LLC

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Company’s Whey-Derived Peptide Improves Vascular Performance August 5, 2009: 03:28 AM EST A nutritionals company experimenting with whey, the watery part of milk that is separated from the curd in making cheese, discovered peptides that university researchers say increases nitric oxide production in cells that form the lining of blood vessels. Nitric oxide dilates blood vessels and improves vascular function. Lower nitric oxide levels are associated with weakened blood vessels, and a whole host of ensuing diseases and disorders. "Glanbia Nutritionals' whey peptide could be of significant value in maintaining nitric oxide levels and vascular function,” said one of the researchers. Glanbia’s NOP-47 (nitric oxide peptide-47) is patent-pending. "New Breakthrough Whey Peptide Clinically Proven to Significantly Improve Vascular Function", Glanbia Nutritionals, August 05, 2009, © Glanbia Nutritionals

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Recommended Daily Dosage Of Fish Oil? No Consensus Yet Among Physicians August 4, 2009: 11:19 AM EST Some – but not all – cardiologists are convinced that the U.S. government should establish a “recommended daily dose” of fish oil nutrients because of growing evidence that omega-3 fatty acids cut the risk of heart disease. Heart docs who aren’t yet convinced, however, point to research showing that the beneficial health effects of fish oil seem to be greatest among people who already have heart disease. One study among heart attack victims even questioned whether fish oil had any good effect at all. Despite the disagreement, the American Heart Association recommends 500 mg. a day of omega-3 for healthy people. PEGGY PECK and DAN CHILDS, "Recommended Daily Dose for Omega-3 May Be on the Way", ABC News Medical Unit in Collaboration with MedPage Today, August 04, 2009, © ABC News Internet Ventures

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Healthcare Reform Debate Ignores Obvious Solution: Nutrition And Vitamin D August 4, 2009: 12:00 PM EST The debate in Washington and across the United States over health care reform amounts to a lot of hot air because it avoids talking about the real problem: poor nutrition, especially the widespread deficiency in Vitamin D, according to an angry food writer. Calling it a vast conspiracy led by the big pharmaceutical companies, Mike Adams says many of the diseases and disorders afflicting Americans can be traced to a lack of vitamin D. But big pharma prefers to sell expensive drugs to treat the disorders – thus driving up health care costs – rather than educate people about healthy nutritional habits. Mike Adams, "Vitamin D Deficiency Reveals an Instant Health Care Reform Solution", Natural News, August 04, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Sports Drinks Are Great For Intense Student Athletes, But Not For Couch Potatoes August 4, 2009: 04:15 AM EST Dehydration among intensely competitive young athletes aged 9-16 leads to several health problems, including reduced aerobic performance. A key reason for the dehydration, studies have found, is that kids seem to avoid drinking plain water, even when there’s plenty available. But when you add flavors along with beneficial carbs, and electrolytes – the stuff that defines sports drinks – the dehydration problem evaporates. Experts warn, however, that sports drinks should be consumed only by kids involved in intense exercise. High sugar content makes the drinks a poor nutrition choice for washing down lunchtime pizza. GRETCHEN REYNOLDS, "Phys Ed: Are Sports Drinks Actually Good for Kids?", The New York Times, August 04, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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Beware: Consuming Massive Quantities Of Cola Drinks Not A Healthy Idea August 3, 2009: 11:13 AM EST A medical journal reported recently on the unusually toxic effects of drinking huge quantities of cola drinks. A farmer in Australia suffered lung paralysis after long-term consumption of up to ten liters (2.6 gals.) of cola every day. And a woman who drank three liters (0.8 gal.) a day developed an irregular heartbeat and persistent vomiting. According to the study, the large volumes consumed led to cola-induced hypokalemia, or low potassium levels in the blood, causing paralysis. Not surprisingly, beverage industry representatives said the examples were extreme and drinking moderate amounts of cola is safe. "Cola’s not always cool", The Telegraph, August 03, 2009, © The Telegraph

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Beverage Container Makers Benefit From Soaring Chinese Demand For Soft Drinks August 3, 2009: 03:12 AM EST Growing demand among Chinese consumers for soft drinks and iced green teas has given a much-needed boost to plastic beverage container makers who serve the Chinese market. The growth is expected to continue for several years, observers say, thanks to an expected infusion of $3 billion into the beverage market by U.S. manufacturers Coca-Cola and PepsiCo through 2012. Apparently unfazed by a slump in its export business and the global economic crisis, "Confidence in the Chinese domestic market is strong," said a representative of an organizer of packaging and beverage container exhibitions. Lauren Hilgers, "China's beverage industry helps rebuild packaging demand", Plastics News, August 03, 2009, © Crain Communications Inc.

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Eating Omega-3-Rich Oily Fish Significantly Decreases Risk Of Prostate Cancer August 2, 2009: 11:55 AM EST Omega-3 fatty acids from the oils found in salmon and other dark-meat fish have long been associated with better cognitive health and decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and autoimmune disorders. Now, new research has found that frequent eating of dark fish also goes a long way toward preventing prostate cancer. Moreover, the researchers noted that omega-3 somehow inhibits the action of a gene associated with higher prostate cancer risk. Men who ate dark fish did not have the gene-related risk, making them less likely to contract the disease. David Gutierrez, "Omega-3s From Fish Oil Protect Against Prostate Cancer", Natural News, August 02, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Natural Product Companies Finding Healthy Sales In Conventional Stores August 2, 2009: 03:02 AM EST Riding a surging wave of consumer interest in natural products, several companies are finding mainstream success with what once might have been considered niche products. The watchwords of these companies – green, safe, and effective – apparently strike a sympathetic chord among consumers, who made “natural” a $68 billion market in 2008. And market researchers say purchases of natural products at mainstream stores are growing at 12.5 percent a year. Natural products made by growing companies and sold at conventional outlets include flu symptom remedies, soy-based foods, cloth diapers, and “organic” clothing. "Ground-Breaking Natural Product Companies Propel Mainstream Growth", 24-7 Press Release , August 02, 2009, © 24-7 Press Release.com

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Scientists Find Evidence That Red Wine’s Resveratrol Has Anti-inflammatory Benefit August 2, 2009: 12:09 PM EST The substance reveratrol, found in the skin of red grapes and in red wine and thought to have anti-aging and anti-viral properties, has also been shown in scientific studies to prevent blood clots. Now red wine drinkers can add anti-inflammatory to the list of health benefits from imbibing their favorite beverage. A new study in mice has found that resveratrol obstructs two proteins that activate inflammation. It worked particularly well in blocking the onset of potentially lethal inflammatory disorder sepsis. "Studies of how resveratrol works can lead to new treatments for life-threatening inflammation," a journal editor says. "Red wine may help fight inflammation: study", Wineswire, August 02, 2009, via AFP, © Agence France Presse

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Super Doses Of Caffeine Reverse Alzheimer’s Symptoms In Mice August 2, 2009: 03:07 AM EST The impaired memories of lab mice genetically altered to exhibit Alzheimer's symptoms improved significantly when given the amount of caffeine contained in five cups of coffee, according to new studies at the University of South Florida. Caffeine reversed the Alzheimer’s symptoms by reducing the large amounts of the protein beta amyloid in the rodents’ brain and blood. Research has also shown that caffeine given to younger Alzheimer’s mice also prevents the onset of memory problems. "Caffeine could be a viable 'treatment' for established Alzheimer's disease, and not simply a protective strategy," said a USF researcher. S. L. Baker, "Caffeine May Prevent and Help Reverse Alzheimer's Disease", Natural News, August 02, 2009, © Journal of Alzheimer's Disease

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Researchers Find Link Between Metabolic Syndrome And Breast Cancer August 1, 2009: 03:24 AM EST Excessive abdominal fat, high blood sugar levels, and high blood pressure are among the symptoms of metabolic syndrome, a condition that boosts the risk of two often fatal diseases: diabetes and heart disease. Now scientists who studied nearly 5,000 postmenopausal women with long-term metabolic syndrome have discovered a link with breast cancer. The scientists say their findings may explain why there are more instances of breast cancer among overweight postmenopausal women. The good thing, experts say, is that metabolic syndrome is a lifestyle disorder that is not only preventable, it’s reversible. S. L. Baker, "Naturally Preventable Metabolic Syndrome May Cause Breast Cancer", Natural News, August 01, 2009, © Natural News Network

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USDA Toughens Safety Inspection Procedures For Beef “Bench Trim” July 31, 2009: 10:42 AM EST The US Dept. of Agriculture is stepping up efforts to cut the risk of deadly E. coli contamination in hamburgers by more frequently inspecting “bench trim” – the fat and meat removed from steaks and roasts and added to ground beef – at meat processing plants. Bench trim has been suspected of being a source of contamination, but has never been included in federal inspections. Industry reps say processors do their own inspections. In a related move, the Food and Drug Administration says it is developing tougher standards for bringing fruits and vegetables to market safely. William Neuman, "2 Agencies Take Steps to Improve Food Safety", The New York Times, July 31, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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Conventionally Grown Foods Found Just As Nutritious As Organic July 29, 2009: 10:18 AM EST British and American reviews of studies from the last five decades found that conventionally produced fruits, vegetables and livestock products are just as nutritious as foods produced organically. However, the American review, conducted by an organics promoter, did find that organic foods contained more beneficial antioxidants and polyphenols. A key consideration ignored by both studiesis the use of pesticides in non-organic food production. Citing a recent study, a nutrition expert said, “Children eating conventionally grown fruit had pesticide residue in their urine, which decreased after just five days on an organic diet." Amanda Gardner, "‘Organic' May Not Mean Healthier", Health Day, July 29, 2009, © ScoutNews, LLC

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Hydrogen Sulfide Found To Be The Heart-Healthy Constituent Of Raw Garlic July 29, 2009: 08:48 AM EST The antioxidant content of garlic is not what makes the pungent relative of the onion especially good for your heart. When you eat crushed, raw garlic you ingest the gas hydrogen sulfide, famous as the “rotten egg” odor. That’s what loosens blood vessels and increases blood flow, a benefit that doesn’t come from cooked or processed garlic, according to a study in rats published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. "Freshly Crushed Garlic Better For The Heart Than Processed", Science Daily, July 29, 2009, © ScienceDaily LLC

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Colas, Sweet Drinks Not The Only Culprits In Tooth Erosion July 29, 2009: 08:45 AM EST Several recent studies on the effects of various drinks on teeth have turned up evidence that it’s dentally risky to drink just about anything in quantity. Old villains – colas and sugary drinks – have now been joined on the dentists’ black list by acidic energy/sports drinks, diet sodas, citric fruit juices, and even black and green teas. Researchers say these drinks needn’t be avoided entirely, but enjoyed in moderation. Still, observers note the studies ignore some important considerations: saliva, for example, is the mouth’s natural defense against tooth erosion. Madison Park, "Juices, tea and energy drinks erode teeth", CNN, July 29, 2009, © Cable News Network. A Time Warner Company

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New Obesity Treatments Could Result From Technology That Concocts Brown Fat July 29, 2009: 10:58 AM EST Scientists who created brown fat from rodent and human cells by combining two proteins say their discovery could lead someday to new treatments for obesity. Brown fat helps keep weight off because it burns energy, while white fat stores it. One therapeutic possibility would involve taking a person’s cells, treating them with the two proteins, then re-injecting them to make brown fat. A second possibility would be to simply craft a new drug to make the fat. "This could be very important research if it pans out," says a New York endocrinologist about the study. Amanda Gardner, "Scientists Find Way to Make 'Good' Brown Fat", Health Day, July 29, 2009, © ScoutNews, LLC

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Too Many Nutritional Myths Guide Consumer Food Choices July 28, 2009: 11:18 AM EST Consumers trying to eat healthy or lose weight often purchase foods based on well-entrenched myths, according to nutritionists. Fat, for example, is often avoided, though it helps in digestion of various nutrients. Food supplements like fish oil and vitamins remain hugely popular. But people often believe, mistakenly, that larger quantities mean better health. And a single daily multivitamin may be more cost-effective and beneficial than fortified foods. Other myths shattered: snacking isn’t always bad, avoiding breakfast doesn’t cut calories, and sports drinks are only occasionally helpful. Bottom line, nutritionists tell consumers: eat vegetables. LAUREN COX, "No-Fat Meals and Other Diet Mistakes", ABC News Medical Unit, July 28, 2009, © ABC News Internet Ventures

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New Book With Fast-Food, Grocery Store Nutrition Data Wins Reviewer’s Kudos July 28, 2009: 10:03 AM EST Although Washington Post reviewer Jennifer LaRue Huget laments the fact that there are few major revelations in “The Best of Foods, The Worst Of Foods” by two Men’s Health magazine writers, she still finds lots to crow about. The book provides nutritional data on a wide array of grocery store foods, fast foods, and casual restaurant menu items. But it also offers lots of basic nutritional data, a list of what to eat – and what not to eat – to meet specific health goals, and information on good foods you’ve probably never heard of. Fenugreek, for example, helps control blood sugar. Jennifer LaRue Huget, "The Best of Foods, the Worst of Foods", The Washington Post, July 28, 2009, © The Washington Post Company

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Probiotics Experts Caution Consumers: Study The Product Labels July 28, 2009: 10:35 AM EST As food manufacturers add live bacteria, or probiotics, to more products to promote intestinal health, experts are warning consumers to pay close attention to labels to make sure they're getting what they expect: there may be little agreement on what probiotics are, and even less understanding of what health benefits they offer. But experts suggest that, at the very least, consumers study labels to make sure products have been tested for health benefits, have live cultures and the right amount of microbes, and show the genus, species, and strain of the probiotic. Julie Deardorff , "Are Probiotics Friendly?", Tribune newspapers, July 28, 2009, © Chicago Tribune

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Researchers See Cancer Fighting Potential In Vitamin A Compound July 28, 2009: 07:18 PM EST Scientists have long known of Vitamin A’s importance in such biological activities as cell growth and differentiation. New research now offers hope that a natural compound derived from Vitamin A, retinoic acid, may someday play a role in controlling cancer at the cellular level. Already a key ingredient of milk and fortified breakfast cereals, retinoic acid alters estrogen-sensitive genes that play a key role in the onset of breast cancer. The result, according to the new research, is that potentially malignant cells stay balanced and grow normally. S. L. Baker, "Breast Cancer Discovery: Vitamin A Derivative Normalizes Cell Growth", Natural News, July 28, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Orange Juice Erodes Tooth Enamel More Than Whitening Agents July 28, 2009: 08:50 AM EST Soft drinks and fruit juices are found to erode tooth enamel more than commercial whitening agents. Orange juice, particularly, was found to markedly decrease the hardness of teeth and to increase the roughness of tooth enamel. No such effects were found with the use of 6% hydrogen peroxide, the active ingredient in tooth whitening agents. Drinking fruit juice or soft drinks quickly vs. slowly will decrease the effects. The use of fluoride may help slow the damage. Brushing teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and an annual professional fluoride treatment is recommended if one is at risk. "Study Finds Orange Juice Worse For Teeth Than Whitening Agents", Nutrition Horizon, July 28, 2009, © University of Rochester Medical Center

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Black Tea Polysaccharides May Aid In Managing Diabetes July 28, 2009: 10:54 AM EST Chinese scientists tested several types of tea and found that black tea contains a large amount of the kind of glucose-inhibiting polysaccharides that might help control diabetes. They also found that the same polysaccharides had a “scavenging effect” on the free radicals associated with the beginning of cancer and rheumatoid arthritis. The antioxidants in tea are already known to boost the immune system and fight high blood pressure. The new findings were published in the Journal of Food Science. "Black Tea May Fight Diabetes ", Institute of Food Technologists, July 28, 2009, © John Wiley & Sons, Inc

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Brain Area May Induce Compulsive Eating July 28, 2009: 11:10 AM EST Overeating is common, affecting an estimated 70 million Americans. A part of the brain called the amygdale controls desires, and influences overeating. When food is seen and smelled, particularly junk food, this area of the brain is stimulated, thus creating desire, and actually causing arousal. Normally, once the food is tasted the desire ends, and the person eating will partake reasonably. However, in overeaters this sensation apparently continues, thus disallowing the eater from stopping their intake. Overcoming this influence involves changing one’s way of thinking from satisfying one’s desires to viewing overeating as an unhealthy act. Anna Wild, "Can Certain Foods 'Arouse' Your Brain?", ABC News, July 28, 2009, © ABC News Internet Ventures

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Probiotics May Aid Overall Health July 28, 2009: 10:35 AM EST Probiotics aid digestion and support the immune system. The term “probiotic” refers to food containing live health promoting microorganisms. Probiotics help restore beneficial bacteria in the intestinal tract and help digest food, synthesize vitamin K or stimulate the immune system. Finding the right probiotic may be difficult as a label can’t legally claim a specific cure or treatment. Specific probiotics don’t work universally, but they are safe to use. Some advice: heed expiration dates; take an effective dose; buy only yogurt with “live” cultures; look for genus, species and strain data; and look out for brand name hype. Julie Deardorff , "Are Probiotics Friendly?", Tribune newspapers, July 28, 2009, © Chicago Tribune

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Hype Misleads Nutrition-Conscious Consumers July 28, 2009: 11:18 AM EST Modern hype may fool consumers concerned with nutrition. “Low-fat” is not necessarily the most healthy solution to a healthy body. Some vitamins and minerals are fat soluble, thus making a controlled intake of fat necessary. The media also overrates vitamin supplements. One expert suggests consulting a nutritionist “before self-prescribing multiple vitamins.” Fortified foods are not necessarily the answer either. A varied diet, including lots of vegetables, at least three well-timed meals, and plenty of water rather than fortified drinks is the best tactic for over-all health. LAUREN COX, "No-Fat Meals and Other Diet Mistakes", ABC News Medical Unit, July 28, 2009, © ABC News Internet Ventures

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Sunscreen Blocks More Than Ultraviolet Rays, Notably Vitamin D July 28, 2009: 11:09 AM EST Sunshine delivers not only harmful ultraviolet rays, but also an essential nutrient, Vitamin D. Unfortunately, sunscreen products used to protect the skin from potentially carcinogenic rays also block delivery of Vitamin D, which benefits the immune system, bones, the colon, and more. But the sun is not the only source of Vitamin D. Dermatologists concerned about dangerous overexposure suggest that people get their Vitamin D from foods, like certain fish and fortified milk. Not getting enough from those sources? Consider Vitamin D supplements. "Survey Finds 64% of Americans Unaware Sunscreen Inhibits Vitamin D Production", NPI Center, July 28, 2009, © Penton Media Inc

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UK’s FSA May Urge Cuts In Sat Fats, Sugar In Pastries, Soft Drinks July 28, 2009: 08:43 AM EST The UK’s Food Standards Agency is expected to recommend to manufacturers that they cut by one-tenth the saturated fat content of biscuits (cookies), cakes and chocolate candies, according to a report in a trade publication. The FSA will also urge reducing sugar by four percent in “sugar added” soft drinks. Industry experts said the voluntary cuts in sat fats and sugar would be tricky but doable. "A lot depends on the baseline,” says one fats expert. “If you have already done a lot [of reformulation], you may not be able to go further." Elaine Watson , "FSA considers 10% cut in sat fats for biscuits and cakes", Food Manufacture, July 28, 2009, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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European Agency Completes Food Supplement Safety Check July 28, 2009: 11:16 AM EST The European agency whose mission is to ensure that the sources of vitamins and minerals in food supplements are safe and absorbable by the human body has finished its first broad-based assessment. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) checked 533 applications covering 344 supplements submitted by manufacturers since 2005. The agency said 186 applications were withdrawn during that time. Half of the remaining applications provided scientific evidence that was too skimpy to assess. Thirty-nine generated potential safety concerns. Only EFSA-approved supplements can be sold after January 1, 2010. "EFSA completes first EU-wide assessment of vitamin and mineral sources used in food supplements", European Food Safety Authority, July 28, 2009, © EFSA

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Grocers Increase Private-Label Organic Food Offerings July 27, 2009: 10:41 AM EST The trend towards private label products is reaching the organic segment, which has become more price-sensitive in the recession. Store brands accounted for 22.7% of organic food sales for year to June 13, almost double its share a year earlier, according to data from Nielsen Co. A major incentive for this trend is the slowing growth in organic sales as a whole, and brand producers are reluctantly fulfilling retailer requests for private label products, which are helping retailers to cover the lower-price tiers. Timothy W. Martin , "Organic Foods Get on Private-Label Wagon ", USA Certified, July 27, 2009, © Dow Jones & Company, Inc.

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U.S. Beverage Industry Battles Proposed Tax On Sugared Drinks July 27, 2009: 11:21 AM EST The US beverage industry is none too happy with a proposal lurking largely unnoticed in healthcare legislation floating around Washington these days. The idea would be to slap a tax on sugary sodas and juices as a way to battle the epidemic of obesity in the country – and raise $140 billion in the process. The scheme is one of several proposals targeting obesity included in the various reform bills being debated. But, says an industry TV ad, "This is no time for Congress to be adding taxes on the simple pleasures we all enjoy like juice drinks and soda." Nancy Cordes, "Tax Sugary Sodas to Combat Obesity?", CBS News, July 27, 2009, © CBS Interactive Inc

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Six-Decade UK Study Of Dairy Consumption Raises More Questions Than Answers July 27, 2009: 08:47 AM EST A UK dietary study begun in 1937 and continued through 2005 found an apparent link between childhood dairy consumption and a healthy adulthood. Data indicated that kids who ate dairy foods lived longer and avoided strokes. But experts said it’s difficult to say drinking milk was the actual cause. Families who ate a lot of dairy products tended to be more well off economically than those who didn’t, for example, and also more likely to eat fruits and vegetables. “I would be wary about saying [longevity] was due to milk consumption," a nutrition expert said. Steven Reinberg, "More Dairy, Calcium in Childhood Could Mean Longer Life", Health Day, July 27, 2009, © ScoutNews, LLC

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Cancer Researchers Raise Alarm About High-Calorie Iced Coffees July 27, 2009: 07:28 PM EST The iced coffees sold by Starbucks and other high end shops may be costing consumers more than just dollar and cents, thanks to their high calorie content. The World Cancer Research Fund says the drinks, toting anywhere from 450 to 550+ calories each, increase the risk of obesity, the second leading cause of cancer. The researchers say a quarter of a person’s calorie consumption – 2,000 to 2,500 calories – in a day should not come from a single drink. A spokeswoman for Starbucks said the company sells many low-calorie coffees, too. Denis Campbell, "Calories in iced coffees increase risk of cancer, experts find", The Guardian , July 27, 2009, © Guardian News and Media Limited

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White Bread, Cornflakes Take Their Toll On Artery Walls, And On The Heart July 27, 2009: 08:39 AM EST Researchers using a new measuring technique have found that high glycemic foods like white bread and corn flakes damage arterial walls, leading ultimately to problems with the heart. It turns out, such foods, which also include French fries and sugary sodas, quickly boost blood sugar levels. That sugar spike causes a dysfunction of the inner layer of cells in arteries. Over time, arteries lose elasticity, a risk factor foreshadowing heart disease and lethal heart attack. "We knew high glycemic foods were bad for the heart,” said a researcher. “Now we have a mechanism that shows how." S. L. Baker, "High Glycemic Foods Damage Arteries", Natural News, July 27, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Brand Names Cooperate To Attract Children July 27, 2009: 10:46 AM EST Corporations producing products for children are partnering to take advantage of brand recognition in children. While having a well-known icon, such as Elmo, associated with a product may attract child attention, it doesn’t necessarily mean the child or mom will recognize the brand in the long-term. They realize that packaging with “75 percent kid and 25 percent mom” is optimal. Mothers take a leadership role in influencing a child’s decision making, saying it affords them the opportunity to educate their children in the decision making process. Advertisers aim for the child, with the mom in mind, promoting trust, loyalty, and a “feel-good” decision. Vivienne Manning-Schaffel , "Targeting Tots: How Brands Connect with Children ", brandchannel, July 27, 2009, © brandchannel

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Coca-Cola Hopes Milk-based Carbonated Drink Catches On In U.S. July 27, 2009: 08:27 AM EST Will Americans fall in love with a sweet, fruit-flavored, sparkling beverage whose key ingredient is skimmed milk? Coca-Cola hopes so. The company is market-testing its new “vibrancy” drink, known as “Vio,” in three cities, beginning with New York, looking to build the same enthusiasm that exists for ultra-high temperature (UHT) milk drinks in Europe and Asia. The 8 oz. Vio drinks, packaged in aluminum bottles, come in four fruity flavors. But early reviews on a Web site that evaluates non-alcoholic beverages have been mostly negative. James Meikle, "Coca-Cola trials sweet, fizzy, milky 'vibrancy' drink in three US cities", guardian.co.uk, July 27, 2009, © Guardian News and Media Limited

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Food Makers Responding To Digestive Health Trend In US July 26, 2009: 10:37 PM EST The digestive health movement, with its emphasis on probiotics and now prebiotics, is gaining momentum in the United States, now that Americans feel more confident of the health claims made by food manufacturers. And the market for products containing probiotics, like certain yogurt brands and Asian milk drinks, is likely to be a big one despite possible price issues, according to market analyst Datamonitor. Millions of US consumers struggle with digestive disorders, and "people find these products appealing and, more importantly, they like how they taste,” says a Datamonitor analyst. "Digestive Health On the Rise in the US", Beverage World, July 26, 2009, © Beverage World Publications Group

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Chewing Gum Makers Pitching Their Products As Multi-faceted Oral Care Solution July 27, 2009: 12:04 AM EST Responding to what researchers say is America’s desire to cut healthcare expenses by avoiding visits to the dentist, chewing gum makers are pitching their products as inexpensive, convenient, all-inclusive oral care solutions. Brands from sugarless gum titans Cadbury North America and Wm. Wrigley Jr. (Mars) have won the backing of the American Dental Association for claims that their sugarless brands reduce cavities by promoting chewing and saliva production. Other health-related marketing claims have yet to win official sanction, however. These include: improved oral health, tooth strengthening, germ destruction, dieting assistance, stress relief, and sharpened concentration. Andrew Adam Newman, "Selling Gum With Health Claims ", The New York Times, July 27, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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Manipulation Of Immune Cells In Fat May Provide Key To Diabetes Treatment July 26, 2009: 08:19 AM EST Scientists determined to find the connection between obesity and the onset of type 2 diabetes have begun focusing on the role of two types of immune cells in causing inflammation in fat cells. In three recent international studies, scientists corrected a deficiency in the levels of T-cells; in a fourth study, the researchers reduced levels of mast cells. All of the studies were conducted in mice, but the findings suggest that either method might someday be used to control fat cell inflammation and prevent diabetes. Amanda Gardner, "Unhooking the Obesity-Diabetes Connection ", Health Day, July 26, 2009, © ScoutNews, LLC

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Nestle Claim May Result in Spilt Milk July 26, 2009: 10:19 AM EST When is milk not milk? Nestle is trying to find out by taking legal action against a tiny rival, CytoSport, which markets a product called Muscle Milk. Nestle said that Muscle Milk does not actually contain milk. But it does contain proteins derived from milk, such as whey, and the FDA requires it to state this on the label. The FDA was also not moved by the National Milk Producers Federation’s attempt in 2000 to stop soy-based beverages from being labeled as “soy milk”. Nestle’s complaint was filed with the National Advertising Division of the Council of Better Business Bureaus, which has referred it to the Federal Trade Commission and the Food and Drug Administration, because CytoSport declined to participate. Andrew Adam Newman, "Got Milk? For Sports Drink Maker, Nestlé Says No ", NY Times, July 26, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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