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Patrika Tsai

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posted 11/27/2007, comments (0)

Developing Countries Face Their Own Obesity Epidemic

Obesity is no longer limited to the United States or other developed countries. Rates of obesity are increasing among developing countries as well. In Thailand, for example, one study shows that as many as 18% of adolescents are overweight or at risk for overweight. While this percentage is still lower than the U.S. rate of 50%, Thailand and other... Read more Chevron

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Ellen Haas

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posted 10/19/2007, comments (0)

Three Reasons You Need to Start Buying Local

The movement to buy local, healthy food is spreading across the country and gaining momentum - and that is a very good thing. It is driven by several factors - one, the taste of fresh, local food is just so much better than food that has traveled far. Two, it often costs less because it is seasonally produced and the food is generally... Read more Chevron

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Ellen Haas

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posted 10/12/2007, comments (0)

FoodSmart Living: FoodFit's partnership with the American Diabetes Association

The connection between food and health is a very strong one. For people with diabetes, it is particularly strong because food directly affects blood glucose. Medical advancements have been made in recent years to help people with diabetes choose the right foods to keep them healthy, but for many, it is still a challenge. To make good food... Read more Chevron

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Ellen Haas

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posted 09/06/2007, comments (0)

Get Involved with the 2007 Healthy Farm Bill!

This year the Farm Bill is up for renewal by Congress. The bill is comprehensive legislation that affects farmers and consumers alike, and I have been so pleased how consumers and public health advocates have been actively involved in its process all across the country. Here in Washington, I have been working with other coalition members who... Read more Chevron

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Craig Stoltz

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posted 08/07/2007, comments (0)

Choline: Remain Calm, Very Calm

Oh, no, here we go again: Another news report that could trigger flight from a category of foods due to alleged link to disease.The nutrient: CholineThe claim: Raises colon cancer risk The advice: Remain calm, very calmBottom line first There may be an association between consuming foods high in choline--red meat, poultry, and dairy... Read more Chevron

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