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Nearly 200 million children in poor countries have stunted growth because of insufficient nutrition, according to a new report published by UNICEF Wednesday before a three-day international summit on the problem of world hunger.
Hundreds of seniors waved empty paper plates Wednesday to protest cutbacks in nutrition programs for the elderly that could eliminate thousands of meals for some of Oklahoma's most vulnerable citizens.
She’s cute, sassy, playful and sincere. At age 8, Jasmine Messiah makes an ideal poster child for a campaign that targets the Obamas and Congress. Jasmine’s goal? To bring more fruits and veggies to lunch menus in public schools.
According to a study by Texas A&M International University, Americans will consume an extra 619 calories per day between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. But, armed with helpful nutrition information, you’ll be able to successfully fight the battle of the bulge throughout the holiday season.
Burger King Corp. said Wednesday it is cutting the amount of sodium in its kids meals and promoting menu combinations with less than 650 calories as part of a push to emphasize nutrition at its fast-food chains.
When America’s schoolchildren return to class in the fall, they will learn a painful lesson in economics: Higher food and fuel prices are forcing up the price of school breakfasts and lunches across the country, by as much as 50 percent in some districts.
At a time when Americans are struggling with obesity and not eating , some major food marketers claim they have an answer. Keen to tap into consumer interest in healthier fare, companies are rolling out snacks sprinkled with what they say are real servings of fruits and veggies.
Cubans are no strangers to the battle of the bulge. Waistlines have expanded since the economic crisis of the early 1990s eased on the communist-run island — so much so that 30 percent of adults are now overweight, a newly released government study reveals.
The cafeteria lunch line at Columbus Elementary School moves quickly as students grab portions of carrots, celery, apples and oranges. French fries and hamburgers, once cafeteria staples, aren't even offered.
Countries with the largest number of disadvantaged children (Source: The Lancet)
The Agriculture Department approved for human consumption a type of genetically engineered rice that had contaminated domestic rice supplies last summer.
Let them eat snail: Nutritional giant snails could address malnutritionA nutritionist in Nigeria says that malnutrition and iron deficiency in schoolchildren could be reduced in her country by baking up snail pie.
Food Allergy Prevalence Rises DramaticallyReported food allergies -- along with related visits to doctors and hospitals -- have risen dramatically among children in the U.S. over the past decade, but the underlying causes are unclear, a new study found.
USDA backs rewarding schools serving healthy food | U.S. | ReutersWow, rewards for healthy eating. Yeah, that will help students make lifetime decisions.
Navigating the HolidaysBlog post with interview about the food and advice that appears all over the media before and during the winter holidays.
Is that Right? Is Decreasing your salt intake really for the best?So maybe salt isn't as bad for you as many think...
Chocolate milk lovers have a cow about bans -- chicagotribune.comReally, they have a point... "What I don't understand is, when a child turns 5 and enters kindergarten, all of a sudden people think they will stop drinking plain milk."
Follow 3 Rules for an Energizing LunchTo help ensure your lunch is giving you rock star energy -- instead of weighing you down -- you just have to follow three simple rules.
The Theatre of the Absurd: Nutrients as ToxinsRima E Laibow MD, Natural Solutions Foundation Medical Director - www.Global Health Freedom - reports from Codex Alimentarius (World Food Code) Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses and the attempts at its Dusseldorf Germany 2009 meeting to restrict dietary su …
Can chillies give you a high?It does seem to be the case. The chemical capsaicin latches on to receptors in the mouth and throat that detect heat, sending messages back to the brain that the food we are eating is hot.
Is it a food allergy or food intolerance?Food allergy and food intolerance don't mean the same thing; knowing the difference could save your life.
A fast quiz on fast food It's been a while since we've checked in on our favorite guilty pleasure: the Center for Science in the Public Interest's "Food Porn" statistics.
The 20 Worst Kids Foods in America - Page 1 - MSN Health & Fitness - Kids' Health20 Worst Kids Foods in America - as well what restaurants are the best and worst for kids. It also looks at the worst sweetened cereal for kids - the 20th worth is i cup of Cap'n Crunch with 146 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated), 16 g sugars, 1 g fiber.
As we live in these days when more is being said about health and nutrition, governments should ban soft drinks or any carbonated beverages in the market because of its well-known and proven side effects that endangers the body.
Food Stamps Will Feed Half Of USA Kids, Study SaysCHICAGO — Nearly half of all U.S. children and 90 percent of black youngsters will be on food stamps at some point during childhood, and fallout from the current recession could push those numbers even higher, researchers say.
We Can't Reform Health Care Without Reforming FoodIf and when health care reform finally passes, we will have successfully ameliorated only half of the crisis. The treatment half.
Eating Right -- Not Supplements -- Is Best At Keeping Your Good Bacteria Healthy, Dietitian SaysHealthy eating, not supplements, is the best way to keep the good bacteria in your gut healthy, says a dietitian and researcher.
Omega-3 deficiency may be hurting our heartsA growing body of scientific literature touts the benefits of omega-3 supplementation. Studies show that these special fatty acids accumulate in the brain and can aid children with learning disabilities, reduce violence in prison, and even improve everyday mood.
My Gluten Free Facts ( ) recently put up their 2009 Free List of Gluten Free Halloween Candy. This is actually a pretty well designed tool, as they break the list into three different sections.
Omega-3 deficiency may be hurting our heartsA growing body of scientific literature touts the benefits of omega-3 supplementation. Studies show that these special fatty acids accumulate in the brain and can aid children with learning disabilities, reduce violence in prison, and even improve everyday mood.
The 20 worst kids' foods in AmericaRestaurants are no more kind to our children's health and well-being than they are to our own. Here's a list to help your family make smarter choices today for a healthier tomorrow.
The 20 worst kids' foods in AmericaRestaurants are no more kind to our children's health and well-being than they are to our own. Here's a list to help your family make smarter choices today for a healthier tomorrow.
Everything You HaveTo Know about Dangerous Genetically Modified Foods Studies link genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with toxins, allergies, infertility, infant mortality, immune dysfunction, stunted growth, accelerated aging, and death. Whistleblowers were fired, threatened, and gagged. Warnings by FDA scientists were ignored.
6 ways to keep your heart healthyThe cardiologist who created The South Beach Diet shares why healthy living is joyful living.
Plus-size teen litLike never before, teen lit is alive with plus-size characters who take on their school tormenters and get the guy, soaking up self-esteem as football heroes and big-girl models.
Schools To Serve Up Healthier School Lunches?BOSTON -- Students could be seeing some changes in the school cafeteria if lawmakers institute one of the new bills being debated that would create new, stricter nutritional guidelines.
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