Add Weight Control To List Of Flavonoids’ Health Benefits July 25, 2009: 09:33 AM EST A grapefruit-derived flavonoid known as naringenin prevented the onset of metabolic syndrome, a harbinger of diabetes, in mice fed a high-fat diet. The discovery by Canadian researchers adds weight control and possibly diabetes prevention to the list of health benefits of flavonoids, which already includes resisting viruses and staving off inflammations, infections, strokes, and tumors. Naringenin apparently genetically reprograms the liver to metabolize excess fat. The mice actually got slimmer and healthier as a result. Sherry Baker, "Obesity Breakthrough: Citrus Fruit Flavonoid Controls Weight, Causes Fat Loss", Natural News, July 25, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Probiotics Continue to Sell Despite Lack of Independent Proof of Benefit July 25, 2009: 09:59 AM EST “There is no silver bullet food ingredient that will make us feel healthy and well,” concludes Felicity Lawrence in this review of functional foods and the claims made for them. Focusing on probiotics, the review says that the European Food Standards Agency has generally formed a negative view about their claimed benefits. Citing a submission about Danone’s Actimel by its advertising agency to the industry's advertising effectiveness awards in 2006, Lawrence says it offers insights into how consumers were persuaded to buy probiotics despite the absence of confirmation they provided the claimed benefits. Leading manufacturers Danone and Yakult say they are confident that the scientific evidence for their claims is robust and that they will be approved by EFSA. Felicity Lawrence , "Are probiotics really that good for your health?", The Guardian, July 25, 2009, © Guardian News and Media Limited

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Childhood Obesity Precursor to Major Health Concerns July 23, 2009: 10:28 AM EST Childhood obesity is a leading public health concern that affects low-income minors, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Lifelong obesity is a likely outcome, and obesity promotes the likelihood of several debilitating diseases. The numbers rapidly increased during initial studies but have leveled off. Young children from all American cultures were monitored with the American Indian/Alaska Native showing the highest prevalence in 2008, with the lowest being in white and Asian Pacific preschoolers. The study of preschoolers in these groups is a primary concern as the results act as an indicator for trends in older subjects. AJ Sharma, LM Grummer-Strawn, K Dalenius, D Galuska, M Anandappa, E Borland, H Mackintosh, "Obesity Prevalence Among Low-Income, Preschool-Aged Children --- United States, 1998—2008", Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, July 23, 2009, © Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Pink Salt Has Taste of Himalayas – And Is Good For You July 23, 2009: 08:53 AM EST Whole pink Himalayan salt is now on the market in the UK, courtesy of the “Salt Seller”. Company founder Lenni Smith said the salt is food quality straight out of the earth, and is sold whole, meaning it retains its full range of natural minerals and trace elements, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper and iron. Unlike refined salt, it can help to eliminate toxins, balancing the body’s pH, normalizing blood pressure and increasing circulation and conductivity. Pink Himalayan Salt has a strong taste, so users can use less, Smith said. "New Himalayan Salt Launched", The Food & Drink Innovation Network, July 23, 2009, © Food & Drink Innovation Network

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General Mills Hopes To Give Wheaties A Sales Jolt With “Everyday Athletes” Formulas July 22, 2009: 10:10 AM EST Industry researchers have found that today’s health-conscious men are no longer leaving all of the grocery buying decisions to their wives. With that trend in mind, cereals giant General Mills is waging a new marketing campaign to pull its 80-year-old Wheaties brand out of the sales doldrums with a reformulated, higher-calorie product, Wheaties Fuel, targeted at “everyday athletes.” Though earlier attempts to extend the Wheaties brand have flopped, the company is testing three sweeter, folic-acidless prototypes containing either cinnamon-flavored clusters, or berries and nuts – definitely not your grandpa’s Wheaties. Andrew Adam Newman, "For Those Who Want Their Cereal Extra Manly ", The New York Times, July 22, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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Brain Enzyme Found To Inhibit Appetite, Boost Energy July 22, 2009: 08:26 AM EST Scientists at Yale University report that the appetites of lab mice dropped significantly while their energy levels jumped after lowering the amount of the brain enzyme prolylcarboxypeptidase in the hypothalamus. The technique was so effective that mice fed the equivalent of a fast food diet daily did not gain as much weight as mice on a regular diet. The findings suggest a “possible new target for the development of drugs to control metabolic disorders,” says a senior author of the study. Sabrina Diano, et al, "Yale Discovery May Open Door to Drug That Cuts Appetite and Boosts Energy", Yale University Office of Public Affairs, July 22, 2009, © Yale University

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Federal Panel Outlines Agency Efforts To Boost Food Safety July 21, 2009: 09:56 AM EST A federal panel charged with implementing Pres. Obama’s directive to improve the safety of the US food production system recently provided a status report on progress. The Food Safety Working Group said it had made E. coli and salmonella in eggs and poultry top priorities for the FDA and USDA. Also a priority will be creation of an effective system for tracing foodborne illnesses back to their origins. Meat and grocery industry representatives welcomed the panel’s initiatives. Jay Sjerven, "Taking steps toward enhancing food safety system", Foodbusinessnews.net, July 21, 2009, © Sosland Publishing Co.

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Fro-Yo the New Buzz Word Across US July 21, 2009: 09:58 AM EST The frozen yogurt market is booming, despite the impact that the downturn is having on the retail sector. Frozen yogurt shops, both “pump it yourself” and full service, are “popping up like crazy”, totaling 250 in LA County alone by early 2009, according to the Los Angeles Business Journal. Fro-Yo, as it is colloquially known, is a prime mover in the surge in the frozen dessert industry – now a $12 billion business, with 16 percent growth since 2003, according to Market-Research.com. Katrina Brown Hunt, "It's a hot summer for frozen yogurt", MSNBC, July 21, 2009, © msnbc.com

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Television Food Advertising Increases Snacking in Children and Adults July 21, 2009: 10:17 AM EST Two experiments have shown that children and adults watching food advertising on television eat more snack foods. Lead author Jennifer Harris, PhD, Director of Marketing Initiatives at the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity at Yale and colleagues found that 7-11 year-olds who watched food commercials in a cartoon ate 45 percent more snack food while than children who watched non-food commercials in the same cartoon. This could lead to a weight gain of 10 pounds a year unless offset by physical activity or eating less of other foods, the researchers said. A second experiment showed a similar effect in adults. "TV Food Advertising Increases Snacking and Potential Weight Gain in Children and Adults", Yale University Office of Public Affairs, July 21, 2009, © Yale

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Bottled Water Makers Turn To Flavored, Enhanced Products To Pick Up Market Slack July 20, 2009: 07:31 PM EST As the market for plain bottled water stagnates in North America and Europe, manufacturers are hoping that new enhanced and flavored waters will pick up the slack. Innova Market Insights says the bottled water slump is probably due to the stressed economy, unfavorable weather in Europe, and pressure to stop using high carbon footprint plastic bottles. But manufacturers are fighting back, offering flavored drinks and water products enhanced with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, and electrolytes. “New product activity…is likely to continue to focus on value-added and enhanced waters,” an Innova researcher says. "Credit Crunch, Climate and Carbon Footprints Challenge Bottled Water – Innova Market Insights", Food Ingredients First, July 20, 2009, © CNS Media BV

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Fish Really Is Brain Food, And The More The Healthier July 21, 2009: 10:46 AM EST An “observational” study of nearly 15,000 elderly people (i.e., 65 and older) in Asia, South Asia and several South American and Caribbean countries found that those who ate a daily diet of oily fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids were a lot less likely to develop dementia than those who ate fish less frequently. The risk was reduced by 20 percent, scientists found. But woe to those who ate no fish at all. They were 20 percent more likely than irregular fish eaters to develop dementia. The researchers said their findings, gathered through door-to-door interviews, would be bolstered scientifically by controlled clinical trials. Roni Caryn Rabin, "Large Study Points to the Brain Benefits of Eating Fish", BlueCross BlueShield, July 21, 2009, © Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

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New Weight Control Drug Leaps First FDA Hurdle July 21, 2009: 09:31 AM EST A new diet pill that works by suppressing food cravings in the brain has cleared the first FDA approval hurdle by proving to be effective in a clinical trial involving nearly 3,000 people. The drug also needs to be proven safe to win full FDA clearance. Trial participants who took Contrave from Orexigen Therapeutics Inc. for a year lost an average of 17 pounds, eight times the loss experienced by those who took a placebo. While some experts said controlling cravings at the brain level is the wave of the future, others felt it is the wrong way to control weight. LAUREN COX, "New Diet Drug Attacks Craving Center", ABC News Medical Unit, July 21, 2009, © ABC News Internet Ventures

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Only 2 Percent Fall Short of Trans Fat Ban July 20, 2009: 10:01 AM EST Fewer than 2 percent of New York City’s restaurants had not complied with a trans-fat ban by November 2008, according to the city’s health department. The Board of Health began a gradual phase out of the trans fats two years ago. Before the ban in 2006, 50 percent of the city’s restaurants were using trans fats. More than 12 other jurisdictions have adopted similar laws. Dr. Sonia Y. Angell and colleagues at NYC Department of Health say the transition “is now a largely unnoticed part of New York City life”. "New York restaurants nearly all trans-fat-free", Reuters, July 20, 2009, © Thomson Reuters

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Falling Demand For Hydrogenated Oils Forces Plant Closure July 20, 2009: 07:23 AM EST The trend away from eating trans fats by health-conscious consumers has caused a decline in demand for hydrogenated oils. That decline led Cargill Inc. to announce recently that it would stop producing hydrogenated oils at its plant in Kansas. According to a Reuters report, vegetable oils will continue to be manufactured at Cargill’s Wichita facility. "Cargill to stop making hydrogenated oil at US plant", Reuters, July 20, 2009, © Thomson Reuters

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Red Wine Is Healthier than White – Maybe July 20, 2009: 10:40 AM EST When it comes to the debate about whether or not wine is good for you, the answers are mixed. Studies show that red wine in moderation may be good for heart health, because of the resveratrol, flavonoids, antioxidants, and tannins it contains. Wines from Sardinia, Spain and southwestern France, particularly those made from the grenache grape, have the highest levels. Concentrations of the compounds are also higher in red wine than in white, but few comparative studies have been done to see if white wine confers the same benefits. The issue is complicated by the fact that red and white wine drinkers are too different for comparisons to be valid: white wine lovers are more likely to be smokers, for example. Anahad O’connor, "The Claim: Red Wine Is Better for You Than White ", NY Times, July 20, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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Most Americans Lack Adequate Levels Of Vitamin D, Study Finds July 20, 2009: 10:18 AM EST Examining data on nearly 19,000 Americans compiled from a federal health statistics database, university researchers found that a vast majority had inadequate levels of Vitamin D in their blood. Children with insufficient Vitamin D are at risk of rickets, while deficient adults are at risk of broken bones and osteoporosis. The vitamin is produced by the body upon exposure to sunlight. According to the study, the ethnic groups with the greatest deficiencies were Hispanics (90 percent) and blacks (97 percent). Seventy percent of whites have inadequate levels of Vitamin D in their blood. David Gutierrez, "Vitamin D Crisis Unfolds as Americans Live Indoors: 97 Percent of African Americans Deficient", Natural News, July 20, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Nestle Australia Cuts Fat, Sugar, Artificial Flavor and Color July 20, 2009: 09:42 AM EST Nestle Australia has reformulated several of its popular children’s lines, including Milo and Peters Ice Creams, to make them healthier, in line with nutritional criteria set by the Australian Food and Grocery Council’s (AFGC) Responsible Children’s Marketing Initiative. The changes include reducing the amounts of fat and sugar, adding real fruit, and removing artificial colors and flavors. Sixteen leading food and beverage manufacturers have signed up to the accord. AFGC Chief Executive Kate Carnell has applauded Nestle Australia’s move, saying it “highlights the success of the industry’s Responsible Children’s Marketing Initiative”. "Children's snack foods made healthier by Nestle ", Australian Food and Grocery Council, July 20, 2009, © AFCG

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Competitors Keep Close Eye on Deans “Natural” Line July 19, 2009: 10:14 AM EST Dean Foods is blurring the line between “organic” and “natural” by releasing a range of yogurts and milk labeled as “natural”. Organic food advocates say the trend “reaps billions from consumers while guaranteeing little or nothing in exchange”. The USDA defines “natural” only for meat and poultry, leaving the meaning for the rest of the food industry up to the producer. A new study also shows that many consumers believe “natural” also means “organic”. The organic market grew by 10 percent from 2007 to 2008, and some observers say that companies will be watching Dean’s move with an eye on shedding “cumbersome and expensive organic standards”. The new line is being launched under the Horizon Organic brand and will be cheaper than organic options. MONICA ENG, "The Blurred Line Between 'Natural' And Organic", Chicago Tribune, July 19, 2009, © Chicago Tribune

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Safflower Oil, CLA Supplements Found To Decrease Body Mass Index July 16, 2009: 10:34 PM EST Obese older women with type 2 diabetes experienced a decrease in body mass index (BMI) and belly fat, and an increase in muscle mass, in a study testing the effects of a common cooking oil and an omega-6 fatty acid. Fifty-five women averaging 60 years of age took eight safflower oil and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) supplement capsules each day over 32 weeks. One scientist who saw the results was skeptical, however. "This is a lot of extra pills for women who are already trying to manage diabetes," the nutrition professor said. Kathleen Doheny, "Dietary Oils May Help Some Fight Fat", Forbes.com, July 16, 2009, © Health Scout LLC

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Move Over Abrasive Toothpastes, Here Come Soothing, Effective, Aloe Vera Tooth Gels July 17, 2009: 04:51 AM EST Will traditional toothpastes someday have to cede shelf space to abrasive-free tooth gels whose main ingredient is aloe vera? That depends on whether gel marketers can convince consumers of the gel’s benefits. That job was made a little easier recently when a dental medicine journal published a study showing that aloe vera, used since ancient times for its soothing and healing abilities, does indeed make a very good tooth gel. In testing against two commercial pastes, an aloe vera gel was shown at least as effective in curbing cavity-causing micro-organisms, without irritating teeth or gums. "Healing power of aloe vera proves beneficial for teeth and gums, too", Science Blog, July 17, 2009, © Science Blog

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Gold Nanoparticles May Someday Deliver Phytochemicals To Fight Cancer July 16, 2009: 11:07 AM EST Researchers have discovered a way to produce gold nanoparticles that can penetrate cell membranes and deliver potentially therapeutic phytochemicals to trouble spots in the body, including cancerous tumors. The scientists used natural soy phytochemicals in one experiment, and then tried Darjeeling tea. In both instances, the phytochemicals not only changed gold salts into gold nanoparticles, they bound themselves to the gold, making them easily deliverable into cells. Important side benefit: the nanoparticles production technique used can be easily ramped up to industrial scale, raising the prospect that certain foodstuffs could be amended to deliver highly targeted therapeutic benefits. David Gutierrez, "Simple Tea Creates Nano Gold Particles for Fighting Cancer", Natural News, July 16, 2009, © Natural News Network

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Chocolate-Covered Cranberries from Nestle July 16, 2009: 10:28 AM EST Nestle has added chocolate-covered cranberries to its range, building on the chocolate-covered raisins it has been selling for more than 80 years. Cranberry Raisinets offer the flavanoids and vitamin C of the berries, with 30 percent less fat than other leading chocolate brands and providing half a serving of real fruit in every quarter cup. They come in a single-serve 100 calorie pack as well as a resealable 5-oz bag. Tricia Bowles, "New NESTLE Cranberry RAISINETS Showers Health-Conscious Consumers with Chocolate Covered Sunshine", Nestle, July 16, 2009, © Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.

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Recession Has Big Impact On Buying Behavior Of Grocery Shoppers July 16, 2009: 08:14 AM EST Grocery shoppers have definitely changed their buying habits because of the recession, according to an online survey from Digital Research Inc. and ThinkVyne. Of particular note: shoppers are switching to store brands from name brands, packing the larder with sale items, using coupons, and heading to the store less often. But the desire to eat nutritious food hasn't waned: only 15 percent of the 1,106 survey responders said they would be buying fewer fruits and vegetables. A tiny minority – 3 percent – expects to increase grocery spending this year. Karlene Lukovitz, "Study Sheds Light On Grocery Behavior Shifts", Media Post , July 16, 2009, © MediaPost Communications

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French Food Ingredient Maker Describes Trial Results For Prebiotic Fiber July 16, 2009: 11:38 AM EST Representatives of Roquette Freres (France) told recent probiotics and dietary fiber gatherings in Europe that daily doses of its soluble prebiotic fiber Nutriose decreased body weight, body mass index, and body fat percentage, and provided other benefits, in a clinical trial involving overweight adult males. The company says its product, with 85 percent fiber content, shows promise in battling the global obesity epidemic. "Further Scientific Support Emerging for Nutriose Soluble Fiber", Food Ingredients First, July 16, 2009, © CNS Media BV

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UK Department Store Giant Wins Legal Battle Over Artificial Sweeteners July 15, 2009: 10:03 AM EST A judge has ruled against a Japanese supplier of the artificial sweetener aspartame, saying in effect that UK department store giant Asda was within its rights in calling the artificial sweetener aspartame a “nasty” food additive. Asda says it is simply heeding its customers' wishes in eliminating what it calls unnecessary and potentially harmful additives – including colorings, flavorings, and hydrogenated oils – from its private label foods and drinks. “Put simply, we’ve got the most natural own label products in Britain and today’s ruling means we can carry on telling our customers that,” an Asda spokesman said. "Sweet Victory As Asda Wins Court Fight Over Sweetener Claim", ASDA.com, July 15, 2009, © ASDA.com

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New Yoplait Yogurt Carries Hungry Girl Endorsement July 15, 2009: 10:25 AM EST Yoplait has released Fiber One™ 50-calorie yogurt available in strawberry, vanilla, peach and Key Lime Pie flavors. They contain only 50 calories and 20 percent of the recommended daily value of fiber, and carry the “Hungry Girl Seal of Approval”, the first nationally distributed yogurt to gain this endorsement. Lisa Lillien, author of Hungry Girl: 200 Under 200 and the hungry-girl.com daily newsletter said:"choosing a snack like Yoplait's new 50-calorie Fiber One yogurt can help curb your midday craving without the guilt." "New Product: Yoplait Fiber One(TM) 50-calorie yogurt by General Mills", PR Newswire, July 15, 2009, © PR Newswire

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Controversy Surrounds Health Benefits Of Potassium Versus Sodium July 15, 2009: 07:15 PM EST Is potassium chloride a healthy substitute for salt? The maker of Lo Salt claims in its advertising that it is. A cardiovascular health expert supports the claim wholeheartedly. Unfortunately for Klinge Foods, which owns Lo Salt, however, UK advertising and food standards regulators have backed a doctor who complains that Lo Salt contains way too much potassium chloride for certain at risk consumers. But Prof. Graham MacGregor of London’s St. Georges University says that “the claim that a mineral salt such as Lo Salt is a healthier alternative to salt is entirely justified.” Elaine Watson , "ASA courts fresh controversy over LoSalt decision", Food Manufacture, July 15, 2009, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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American Kitchen Hygiene Faulted in International Survey July 16, 2009: 01:42 AM EST America's personal hygiene habits are getting worse, says an international study by the Hygiene Council sponsored by Lysol. The findings show that 60 percent of kitchen faucets are unsatisfactory, despite homeowners professing that they clean them at least once a week. In 2008 only a quarter of faucets were found to be unsanitary. Of the eight countries studied, the UK, Germany, South Africa and Saudi Arabia were all cleaner in the kitchen , although the US did better than the others in other areas of the home. 70 percent of American sponges were found to harbor e.coli bacteria. "American Hygiene Habits Getting Worse: International Study Reveals More Illness-Causing Germs Than Ever in American Kitchens_07-16-09", Forbes.com, July 16, 2009, via PR Newswire (U.S.), © PR Newswire

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Cognitive Ability Best Preserved By Healthy Diet, Moderate Exercise July 14, 2009: 08:32 AM EST Moderate exercise coupled with a healthy diet comprising whole grains, vegetables, low-fat dairy foods, and nuts not only keep blood pressure under control, it has long-term benefits for cognitive health, scientists report. The key connection is that high blood pressure, or hypertension, is an indicator of potential susceptibility to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Diet and moderate – not strenuous, at least in women – physical activity work to control high blood pressure and therefore the risk of cognitive decline. "We found that older adults who were sedentary throughout the study had the lowest levels of cognitive function,” a researcher said. "'Heart Healthy' Diet and Ongoing, Moderate Physical Activity May Protect Against Cognitive Decline", Reuters.com, July 14, 2009, via PRNewswire-USNewswire, © PR Newswire

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Recession Has Wealthier Food Buyers Choosing Healthy Foods, Using Coupons July 14, 2009: 10:11 AM EST In the stressed US economy, so-called “premium” consumers – basically high-income singles and family heads – are more and more likely to buy healthy and nutritious foods, as well as organic and natural foods. And, thanks to the recession, they are more likely to use the Internet and coupons to make their purchases, according to research from Packaged Facts. “Consumers who have been set back or thrust forward financially are more likely to be rethinking what they need, what they want, and how and where best to find it,” the report’s author says. "Upscale U.S. Consumers Adjusting Food Demands During Recession", Progressive Grocer, July 14, 2009, © Nielsen Business Media, Inc

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Whole Foods Creates “Non-GMO” Seal For Its Brands July 13, 2009: 10:32 AM EST Americans concerned that their food may contain genetically modified organisms (GMO) can rest a little easier, but only if they shop at Whole Foods and purchase its private label products. The company recently announced that it has created a seal that assures customers that products have been tested by the Non-GMO Project’s Product Verification Program. The PVP offers US food buyers something Europeans have had for a while: a standard procedure for verifying GMO content. To qualify for the seal, a product has to have less than 0.9 percent GMO ingredients. Julie Gallagher, "Whole Foods Will Bear Risks, Rewards With Seal", Supermarket News , July 13, 2009, © Penton Media Inc.

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Coffee Slows Progression Of Hepatitis C When Standard Anti-Viral Drugs Fail July 13, 2009: 04:10 AM EST Drinking a lot of coffee every day proved beneficial for patients suffering from chronic hepatitis C who did not respond to standard treatments, according to a U.S. study in the journal Hepatology. Hepatitis C affects 2.2 percent of the world’s population, including three million Americans, and accounts for 10,000 deaths a year in the U.S. In the four-year study of 766 patients who had not responded to anti-viral drugs, those who drank three or more cups of coffee a day had a 53 percent lower risk of liver disease progression than non-coffee drinkers, including people who drank black or green tea. Neal D. Freedman, James E. Everhart, et al., "Coffee Intake Is Associated with Lower Rates of Liver Disease Progression in Chronic Hepatitis C", Hepatology, July 13, 2009, © John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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UK Government, Food Companies Urged To Adopt Sustainability In Food Production July 13, 2009: 11:05 AM EST Advocates of a sustainable food supply chain are increasing their pressure on the UK government and the food industry to take more decision action to achieve that end. The pressure seems to be having some impact: a House of Commons committee and a government advisory panel are set to release findings and recommendations. Another commission has already fashioned a seven-point plan for achieving sustainability. The chairman of the advisory panel urged government, industry and consumers to accept “low input, sustainable healthy diets.” Rick Pendrous , "Pressure mounts for more sustainable food chain", Food Manufacture, July 13, 2009, © William Reed Business Media Ltd

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Ice Pops For Adults Offer Nutritious – And Therapeutic – Marketing Twists July 10, 2009: 11:50 AM EST Two companies, one in the US, the other in Asia, have added flavorful health factors to the traditionally kids-oriented ice pops product, fortifying new offerings with real fruit, natural prebiotics and probiotics, honey and Vitamin C to attract adults. Picolè of the Philippines, for example, adds unheated, vitamin-packed fruit bits to their five multi-flavored product lines, as well as prebiotic fiber. NY-based Integrated Beverage Group offers an ice pop targeted at thirsty athletes and one designed to relieve sore throats. The latter, by the way, is safe for kids, too. Joanna Cosgrove, "Healthy Ice Pops ", Nutraceuticals World, July 10, 2009, © Rodman Publishing

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Government Foils Coca-Cola Bid For Chinese Juice Maker July 10, 2009: 09:06 AM EST Coca-Cola executives were disappointed when the Chinese government put an end to its $2.4 billion quest to acquire China’s top juice manufacturer Huiyuan Juice. But that didn’t dim its enthusiasm for the giant marketplace. A company exec said Coca-Cola regrets the government’s decision, and is “reassessing” its options. “Yes,” a company exec said, “we now have to compete with them." Among the options: launching one of its own juice drink brands, such as Simply Orange or Cappy, to compete against Huiyuan. Or marketing a pure juice product. Samuel Shen and Ben Blanchard, "Coke eyes own pure fruit juice brand in China", Reuters, July 10, 2009, © Thomson Reuters

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Growing “Energy Shot” Market Grabbing Market Share From Traditional Energy Drinks July 10, 2009: 10:09 AM EST Studying and partying students, fatigued athletes and construction workers, even drowsy drivers, comprise the market for a new kind of drink that purportedly provides a quick, expensive, and harsh-tasting caffeine booster. The new two-to-three ounce “energy shots” appeal to people who haven’t time for a leisurely sipping experience, and are willing to pay a pricey $1.50 an ounce to get it. As a marketing war rages among energy shot makers, some nutritionists see the fad as thin on health benefits. “It sounds like a great placebo to me,” said one nutrition professor. William Neuman, "‘Energy Shots’ Stimulate Power Drink Sales", The New York Times, July 10, 2009, © The New York Times Company

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Researchers Provide Further Evidence Of Health Benefits Of Protective Nutrients July 9, 2009: 10:37 AM EST Food business experts expect that continued research and information dissemination, like that provided at a recent Harvard Medical School conference, will boost probiotics products in the marketplace. Scientists at the gathering discussed the science and health benefits of probiotics. Conference attendees learned about evaluation of probiotics, how probiotics function, the conditions necessary for probiotics to work, and the health benefits they provide. Probiotics in cultured dairy products like yogurt, for example, bolster the immune system in the intestinal tract. "Harvard Medical School Continues Education About Benefits of Probiotics", Nutrition Horizon , July 09, 2009, © President and Fellows of Harvard College

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Whole Foods Markets Joins Non-GMO Project July 7, 2009: 10:49 AM EST Whole Foods Market’s private label products will be verified by the Non-GMO Project to show they meet defined standards for the presence of genetically modified organisms. The Non-GMO Project’s Product Verification Program (PVP) is the first in the US to scientifically test products against the standards. Organic producers are required by law to meet Federal standards, but there are no labeling requirements. The Non-GMO Project is a collaboration of manufacturers, retailers, processors, distributors, farmers, seed breeders and consumers. The Natural Grocery Company, The Big Carrot Natural Food Market and Good Earth Natural Foods were early partners in the scheme, which now includes Eden Foods, Organic Valley, Lundberg Family Farms, Nature’s Path Organic and United Natural Foods, Inc. "Whole Foods Market® Partners with Non-GMO Project to Label Company’s Private Label Food Products Using New Third-Party Standard", Whole Foods, July 07, 2009, © Whole Foods Market IP, L.P.

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UN/WHO Panel Issues New Food Safety Standards Covering Carcinogens, Bacteria Contamination July 7, 2009: 08:56 AM EST A commission created jointly by the UN and the World Health Organization recently adopted new standards for improving food safety. The 30 standards target carcinogenic ingredients, such as the chemical acrylamide produced in cooking carbohydrate-rich foods, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in food smoking, and Ochratoxin A in coffee. They also cover bacterial contamination in follow-up formulas for older infants and listeria monocytogenes, which can cause a fatal disorder, in ready-to-eat food. “The standards and guidelines … will make a positive impact on the lives of people around the world,” said the panel’s head. "More Than 30 New Food Safety Standards Adopted", WHO, July 07, 2009, © WHO

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Survey Finds Healthy And Convenient Still Hot Buttons In Food Buying July 7, 2009: 09:13 AM EST Though often mutually exclusive, healthy foods and convenient foods are at the top of the list of consumer purchasing priorities, according to a recent NPD Group survey. Sweet and savory snack sales will grow by 16 percent, the group predicts, and take-home meals bought at restaurants will grow 20 percent. Growth in low-calorie foods will be solid, and organic food sales are expected to expand by 41 percent. Data for the survey was collected from about 5,000 consumers Stacy Straczynski, "Convenience, Health Drive Food Sales", BRANDWEEK, July 07, 2009, © Nielsen Business Media

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Whole Foods Puts Seal of Approval on Foods Containing Non-GMO’s July 7, 2009: 02:41 AM EST Whole Foods Market, Inc. is joining several other natural food grocers in partnering with the non-GMO (genetically modified organisms) Project. The grocer expects to put the newly certified products on its shelves by the end of the year. The product verification program is the United States’ first scientific testing system that assures food products meet a defined set of standards for GMOs. Federal law requires organic food producers to comply with certain non-GMO standards, though non-organic food producers have no such dictum. As much as 75% of processed food in the US contains GMOs. Approximately 59% of Americans are unfamiliar with the issue. "Whole Foods adopts new verification standard for private label products_07-08-09", New Mexico Business Weekly, July 07, 2009, © American City Business Journals, Inc.

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Report Highlights Increasing Obesity Rate in US July 6, 2009: 10:20 AM EST Adult obesity rates increased in 23 US states and decreased in none over the past year, says the sixth annual F as in Fat: How Obesity Policies are Failing in America, 2009 report, released July 1, by the Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Thirty percent or more of the children in 30 states are also now obese or overweight. Elizabeth Pivonka, a registered dietitian and CEO of Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH), says that Americans do not eat enough fruit and vegetables, one of the keys to weight loss. Jeffrey Levi, Serena Vinter, Liz Richardson,Rebecca St. Laurent and Laura M. Segal , "F as in Fat: How Obesity Policies are Failing in America, 2009", Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), July 06, 2009, © Trust for America's Health

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New Stats Show Obesity Problem Worsening In U.S. July 6, 2009: 08:40 AM EST New data from a health watchdog group show a steady, and alarming, increase in obesity rates in the United States. The Trust for America’s Health found that not a single state could claim a drop in obesity since last year, while 23 saw an increase. Especially disturbing: nearly a third of children in 30 states are obese or overweight, along with two-thirds of adult Americans. The remedy? Eat more fruits and vegetables, TAH says, adding, “All product forms count - fresh, frozen, canned, dried, and 100 percent fruit and vegetable juice." "Fruits & Vegetables Important to Combating Obesity, American Obesity Rates Climb Again - New Reports", Nutrition Horizon, July 06, 2009, © CNS Media BV

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Xylitol Syrup May Prevent Cavities in Toddlers July 6, 2009: 09:41 AM EST Studies show that Xylitol syrup, a naturally occurring sweetener, can restrict the decay of baby teeth. If it occurs early, tooth decay may remain prevalent throughout life. Exposure of 8 grams two to three times daily during tooth eruption could prevent up to 70% of tooth decay. The use of Xylitol is seen to be a cost effective prevention of tooth decay in at-risk populations. "Sugar substitute may prevent cavities in toddlers", Reuters , July 06, 2009, © American Medical Association

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Caffeine Boosts Memory in Mice with Alzheimer’s July 5, 2009: 09:36 AM EST New research from the University of South Florida adds weight to the possibility that caffeine could help improve memory in people “destined to develop Alzheimer’s disease”. The researchers, led by neuroscientist Gary Arendash, found that 500 milligrams of caffeine (equivalent to five 8-oz cups of coffee) “reversed memory issues in mice bred to develop Alzheimer-like symptoms”. In a news release, Arandesh said the findings suggested that caffeine could be a viable treatment for established Alzheimer’s disease. The research was conducted on mice bred to develop the disease, and there was no evidence that caffeine improves memory in normal mice. Kevin McKeever, "More Evidence That Caffeine Can Jolt Memory", HealthDay News, July 05, 2009, © Journal of Alzheimer's Disease

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Legislators, Advocates Seek Tighter Regulation Of Federal Organics Law July 3, 2009: 10:21 AM EST US Department of Agriculture enforcement of the national organics law needs to be tightened or the term “organic” will become meaningless, advocates and legislators argue. According to a Washington Post article, the organics market has grown into a $23 billion giant because of huge demand for organic products coupled with lax USDA enforcement of federal law. Consumers are left wondering whether so-called organic products really are produced in a “green” way and are free of pesticides and other toxic substances. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says he wants control tightened. "That term, 'organic,' needs to be pure," he says. Kimberly Kindy and Lyndsey Layton, "Purity of Federal 'Organic' Label Is Questioned", Washington Post , July 03, 2009, © The Washington Post Company

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Experts Warn Consumers: “Probiotics” Isn’t A Well-Defined Term Yet July 3, 2009: 08:42 AM EST Scientists do agree generally that foods like yogurt containing probiotics – the so-called “good bacteria” – have a beneficial effect on the digestive and immune systems. That has led food makers to begin adding probiotics in a wider array of foods, including granola bars, fruit juices, and baby formula. But food industry and other experts warn that the term “probiotics” is bandied about somewhat carelessly by manufacturers. Consumers need to read labels closely to see what they’re buying. Even a Dannon yogurt spokesman acknowledges: “We see a lot of confusion.” Julie Deardorff, "Just how friendly are those probiotics in your food?", The Seattle Times, July 03, 2009, via Chicago Tribune, © The Seattle Times Company

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General Mills Responds to Demand for Gluten-Free Mixes July 2, 2009: 10:57 AM EST General Mills is developing a “narrow but deep” customer base for its new Betty Crocker gluten-free mixes for brownies, cookies and cakes. President of baking products Ann Simonds said that a $5 million business meeting an “unmet need” can now be successful, whereas previously “you needed a $50 million idea to make the business model work”. The secret is targeted marketing, online and using toll-free numbers, advertising in niche magazines, and taking part in product-related events. For its new gluten-free mixes, General Mills paid Google for product links, and sent samples to bloggers who write about Celiac disease, motherhood and related issues. The company plans to launch more than 50 products in the first half of the current fiscal year. Ilan Brat , "For General Mills, Wheat-Free Items Are Tricky to Make, Cheap to Market", Wall Street Journal, July 02, 2009, © Dow Jones & Company, Inc

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Studies Highlight Beneficial Effects Of Little Known Amino Acid July 3, 2009: 09:44 AM EST Studies by scientists around the world are shedding light on the wide array of beneficial effects of taurine, an unsung amino acid found in fish and animal proteins. Taurine apparently boosts the function of white blood cells after chemotherapy, improves immune response, acts as a powerful antioxidant, prevents heart arrhythmias, and boosts energy levels. It also has been shown to play a positive role in prevention of stroke, hypertension, and cataracts. At least one scientist believes taurine is the key ingredient in some energy drinks. Barbara Minton, "Taurine Keeps Immune Systems Strong and Protects Organs", Natural News, July 03, 2009, © George Eby Research Institute

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Horizon Drops “Organic” in Favor of “Natural” July 2, 2009: 10:26 AM EST Organic milk producer Horizon is launching non-organic products for children with a “natural” label rather than “organic”. This follows a switch by Dean/Whitewave company Silk soybean products to conventional rather than organic beans, again under a “natural” label. The term “natural” has no regulatory meaning, but most consumers assume it means “organic”. Retailers tend to charge the same premium price for both. Article author Marion Nestle says Horizon is now “in essence creating a new product category, 'natural dairy products', that will directly compete with certified organic farmers and the marketers they partner with”. Marion Nestle, "Largest U.S. Organic Food Brand Abandoning Organic Dairy", The Daily Green , July 02, 2009, © Hearst Communications, Inc

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