Health, Food, Nutrition & Hibiscus Tea News Archive

'Study: Food bank hampers don?t have enough calories, nutrients to curb hunger (The Telegram Online)

A new study says when it comes to nutrition, food banks are falling short. The research, published in the Canadian Journal for Public Health, says the typical food hamper doesn?t provide enough calories or nutrients for the hungriest people.

'Nestle begins talks with Phosphagenics on use of one of its products (Moldova.org)

Nestle SA, the world's biggest food and drink company, is beginning commercial talks with Australian pharmaceutical company Phosphagenics Ltd. to use one of its products for the treatment and prevention of metabolic syndrome. The move underlines the Swiss company's determination to increase its focus on health foods, after its announcement last month that it will buy the medical nutrition unit of ...

'Nutrition labeling study (Meat News)

UNITED KINGDOM: Panel established to look at success of front-of-pack nutrition labeling. An independent Project Management Panel (PMP) has been set up in the UK to study the impact of front of pack nutritional labeling on shopping behavior.

'An adventure in the power of food (Nevada Daily Mail)

Health professionals at Truman Elementary School in Nevada and the University of Missouri Extension teamed up to bring students an interactive nutrition program called Food Power, held Tuesday and Wednesday at the school.

'Better Health Around the Clock (Hope Star)

(Family Features) - Got a minute? You're just in time to learn how small adjustments to your daily routine may add up to improved health and a more balanced lifestyle.

'New Program to Direct Healthier Food Purchases (Washington Post)

Learning how to eat according to the U.S. Food Guide Pyramid may soon get a little easier: Grocery manufacturers and food product makers today unveiled a new national campaign in stores and elsewhere to help consumers follow the government's healthy diet advice.

'Nutrition Notes: Behind That Beverage Health Claim (US News & World Report)

Studies have already shown that when a drug study is sponsored by the pharmaceutical industry, it's more likely to paint a rosy picture. Now researchers are training the same spotlight on the scores of studies making health claims for food and drinks. In their first big effort, they've found that industry funding does indeed make a difference.

'ADM Names Gerd Mueller, Greg Dodson to the Natural Health & Nutrition Division (Grainnet.com)

Decatur, IL -- Gerd Mueller has been named Vice President-Sales for ADM's Natural Health & Nutrition division. Mueller joined ADM in 2003 and most recently served as International Sales Director-Europe for the Natural Health & Nutrition division.

'A small change in diet can mean a big change in health (Timmins Times)

As many strive to get healthier this year, making small changes in the way you eat can make a big impact. Porcupine Health Unit nutritionist Betty Ann Horbul said the first step to better nutrition is keeping track of what and when you?re eating.

'Food Fact: What Health Experts Eat (KABC-TV Los Angeles)

Those annoying health experts. Looking at your diet, pushing vegetables and food that's baked, not fried. Turns out they can be just as naughty when it comes to nutrition.