BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Voting is now open for the 2012 NutrAward at http://www.nutraward.com.  The 2012 NutrAward will be presented to the companies with the best new functional ingredient and best new finished product, awarded on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at the Nutracon conference.

The 2012 finalists are:

Best New Ingredient:
Lalmin® VitaD® by Lallemand Health Ingredients
Quatrefolic® by Gnosis S.p.A
Tocomin SupraBio® by Carotech Inc.
Zychrome™ by InterHealth Nutraceuticals

Best New Finished Product:
CocoaWell True Energy by Reserveage Organics
Fruitasia by Protica Research
Portobello Mushroom Powder by Dole Nutrition Institute
ProbioKid® Vita+ by Institut Rosell Lallemand

The finalists have been selected based on how well the ingredient or product meets the defined criteria, which includes:

Best New Ingredient category:

Scientific Merit Efficacy Market Potential Safety Innovation Ability to Increase Market Credibility Introduced from Jan 2010 to present

Best New Finished Product Category:

Viable Product Emerging Category Creative Product Concept Distinct Health Application Unique Packaging Matchless Marketing Introduced from Jan 2010 to present

The NutrAward winner will be selected based on a weighted vote by the selection committee, consisting of a panel of industry experts, scientists and nutritionists, as well as by cumulative votes of registered Nutracon and Engredea attendees.

2011 NutrAward Winners

The 2011 Best New Ingredient NutrAward was awarded to DSM Nutritional Products Inc. for Fruitflow®, a natural, water-soluble tomato-based concentrate contributing to healthy blood flow.  The 2011 Best New Finished Product was awarded to Ganeden for Good Cacao™ an organic superfood chocolate.

For more information on Nutracon and the NutrAward and to vote, visit http://www.nutraconference.com.   You must be a registered Nutracon or Engredea attendee to vote.  Register today at http://www.engredea.com/register or http://www.nutraconference.com/register.

Nutracon is the premier education and networking conference for the health and nutrition industry. The conference provides relevant insights for innovation based on science and technology, case studies and market

The trade show for the global supply market, Engredea showcases new ingredients, technologies, applications and services for healthy foods-and-beverages, dietary supplement/bioactive and nutricosmetic markets. Engredea is co-located with Natural Products Expo West and the Nutracon Conference.

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New Hope Natural Media (www.newhope.com) is the leading media resource and information provider for the natural, organic and healthy products industry, with print, in-person/event, and e-business products and services. Penton Media (www.penton.com) is the largest independent business-to-business media company in the U.S., serving more than 6 million business professionals every month.  

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Michelle Obama emphasizes need for Spanish-language nutrition education

Owatonna, MN (PRWEB) February 16, 2012

Nearly two out of five children in the Hispanic community are overweight or obese, as compared to one in three kids overall – a fact First Lady Michelle Obama pointed out last month in an address promoting MiPlato, the Spanish-language version of the MyPlate nutrition guidelines. And according to the 2010 U.S. Census, more than 35 million U.S. residents speak Spanish at home. These statistics point to the need for Spanish-language materials on nutrition education, a need that Minnesota-based Learning ZoneXpress has been filling since 2005. In fact, in a partnership with the USDA, Learning ZoneXpress was the first company in the United States to offer MiPlato posters. The company also doubled its Spanish-language offerings in 2011.

“Learning ZoneXpress strives to educate all children, families and communities on eating well,” says Melanie Nelson, founder and CEO of Learning ZoneXpress, the leading producer of health and nutrition education materials in the U.S. “We are proud that our Spanish-language versions of MyPlate and other tools are able to meet a growing need for relevant information about nutrition for the Hispanic community.”

Learning ZoneXpress carries more than 50 Spanish-language products that are perfect for the classroom, cafeteria, medical office and more, including:

The company also provides nutrition education tools to Spanish-speaking communities outside of the U.S. The Chilean health organization, Educacion Popular En Salud, recently partnered with Learning ZoneXpress to distribute MiPlato products, and the company looks forward to strong growth throughout Central and South America.

The English-language MyPlate products from Learning ZoneXpress are also in high demand. In the time since LZX partnered with the USDA just over half a year ago – the MyPlate line of products from Learning ZoneXpress have proven to be wildly popular and effective methods for relaying the new guidelines to people of all ages. Currently, seven out of the top 10 best-selling products from Learning ZoneXpress are MyPlate items.

The USDA’s MyPlate nutrition guidelines recommend changes such as making half your plate fruit and vegetables, varying your protein food choices, making at least half your grains whole grains, switching to skim or 1% milk and cutting back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars and salt.

In late January, Michelle Obama spoke to the need for MyPlate resources in the Hispanic population in an announcement that Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned U.S. food company, would also partner with the USDA to promote MiPlato.

“We are thrilled that Goya Foods and other Latino organizations are joining us in supporting the USDA’s MiPlato campaign,” Nelson says. “It’s crucial that the Hispanic community has access to nutrition education, and the more organizations behind the effort, the better.”

Learning ZoneXpress’s MyPlate, MiPlato and other educational products range from $4.95 - $499.95 and are available at LearningZoneXpress.com.

Learning ZoneXpress, based in Owatonna, Minn., is a leading source of “edu-taining” and award-winning teaching tools. Its mission is to help improve the health and vitality of children by providing relevant, creative and affordable learning tools about life skills, healthy behaviors and nutrition. Learning ZoneXpress offers a wide variety of learning aids and affordable education DVDs, posters, games, lesson plans, and PowerPoint presentations.

For more information about Learning ZoneXpress products, visit http://www.learningzonexpress.com or call Toni Gnasdoskey at 888-455-7003.

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Prof Christine Moorman's researches "unintended nutrition consequences"

February 16, 2012

DURHAM, N.C. -- In the nearly two decades since regulations required food products to contain a "Nutrition Facts" label, the overall nutritional quality of branded food products in supermarkets has decreased while the taste of these same products has improved, according to researchers at Duke University and the University of Maryland.

Among those foods that did improve their nutrition, "junk foods" or low-health products increased their nutrition more than healthier options. And among companies, those with smaller brands or fewer existing brands were more likely to make improvements to the nutrition of their products. 

These findings from researchers at Duke's Fuqua School of Business and Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business will be published in a forthcoming edition of the journal Marketing Science.

The research was conducted through two studies of food products before and after the nutrition labeling regulations. The first study investigated food products in 30 product categories -- some required by the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) of 1993 to feature nutrition labels such as foods in supermarkets, and some not required to feature nutrition labels such as similar foods in restaurants.

The second study used a sample of brands from Consumer Reports to examine brand nutrition and taste for a smaller set of categories before and after the NLEA.

"We think the main reason for our results is that consumers find taste more important than nutrition, as indicated by consumption trends during this time showing increased consumption for added fats and sugars as well as a 100 percent increase in calories from snacking," said Christine Moorman, professor of business administration at Fuqua.
"And since nutrition is perceived to be negatively correlated with taste, we believe many companies decided to reduce the nutritional value of their food products after the passage of the NLEA," Moorman said. "Since nutrition labels were generally not present before the NLEA, consumers would not be aware of these changes, only that the product competed well on taste."

The changes are what Moorman and her co-authors call "unintended nutrition consequences."

The NLEA sought to eliminate untruthful nutritional claims and to improve consumers' ability to find nutrition information at the point of sale. Manufacturers are required to display a label of nutrition facts with standardized information on all nutrients, recommended daily values and an ingredient list.

Claims of health benefits on food packaging are also regulated for truthful content. Prior to adoption of the NLEA, most food products did not commonly disclose nutrition information, which made comparisons within and across food categories difficult for consumers.

"It would be reasonable to assume the NLEA's required labels would help consumers find healthful foods and stimulate competition to improve brand nutrition," said Rosellina Ferraro, assistant professor of marketing at Smith. "Our research indicates food producers were reluctant to improve nutrition on the belief that consumers will perceive better nutrition as a taste tradeoff." 

While the nutritional value of most foods declined in the years following the NLEA, some foods have improved nutrition. The researchers found brands in low-health categories (e.g., potato chips) and small-portion categories (e.g., peanut butter) improved nutrition more than brands competing in high-health categories (e.g., bread) or large-portion categories (e.g., frozen dinners).

Likewise, smaller companies in a food category and those companies with fewer existing brands were more likely to improve nutrition.

"This makes sense because companies may have hoped to grab the attention of health-conscious consumers while many of their large counterparts hesitated for fear of negative consumer reactions," Moorman said.

"In some significant ways, the NLEA has brought about results that are nearly the opposite of what was intended," Moorman said. "The policy lesson is that well-meaning regulation that forces the disclosure of information on an attribute (e.g., nutrition) that is less important than another attribute (e.g., taste) is not likely to encourage companies to compete on the disclosed attribute. Instead they will compete on the most important attribute."

Therefore, the ongoing challenge for food producers, policy makers and public health advocates is to increase the value consumers place on nutrition and to reduce the perceived nutrition-taste tradeoff, the authors argue.

The study was supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and the Marketing Science Institute.

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GLENVIEW, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company (NYSE: MJN - News) announced today that it will present at the 2012 Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference in Boca Raton, Florida on Wednesday, February 22, 2012. The presentation by Kasper Jakobsen, executive vice president and chief operating officer and Peter G. Leemputte, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will begin at 1:45 p.m. EST and will be broadcast live over the Internet. To access the webcast, visit meadjohnson.com and click on the Investors tab. A replay of the event will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the webcast at meadjohnson.com under the Investors tab.

About Mead Johnson

Mead Johnson, a global leader in pediatric nutrition, develops, manufactures, markets and distributes more than 70 products in over 50 countries worldwide. The company's mission is to nourish the world’s children for the best start in life. The Mead Johnson name has been associated with science-based pediatric nutrition products for over 100 years. The company's "Enfa" family of brands, including Enfamil® infant formula, is the world's leading brand franchise in pediatric nutrition. For more information, go to http://www.meadjohnson.com.

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For many of us, nutrition can be a confusing matter. It has become a topic of bewilderment, inciting dizzying searches for the ideal way to eat. Even if you've never wrestled with these concerns, you have to concur that Western society is bombarded with "expert" advice urging us to eat this and forego that for well being and longevity.

What's missing from this well-meant advice is the distinction between nourishment and nutrition, for nourishment is more than the sum of nutritional grams. According to Joshua Rosenthal, founder and director of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and author of Integrative Nutrition, "Eating well helps, but don't expect it to work miracles. It can fill you, but it cannot fulfill you."

When it comes to sustained health and aging well, sound nutrition is important, but it isn't everything. "The problem with nutrient-by-nutrient nutrition science," states Marion Nestle, professor of nutrition and food studies at NYU and author of What to Eat, "is that it takes the nutrient out of the context of food, the food out of the context of diet and the diet out of the context of lifestyle."

Mr. Rosenthal continues:

"If we are not physically starving, other dimensions of the human experience are much more important than what we put in our mouths. The foods you eat are secondary to all the other things that feed you -- your relationships, career, spirituality and exercise routine. All that we consider today as nutrition is really just a secondary source of energy."

The Ideology of Nutrition-ism

There exists an unexamined assumption that food, with its nutrients, phytochemicals and minerals, is merely a means to an end, a way of achieving and maintaining physical well-being and that its cultural and social implications are, in comparison, superficial.

According to Michael Pollan, professor of journalism at the University of California and author of Food Rules:

"Hippocrates' famous injunction to 'let food be thy medicine' is ritually invoked to support this notion ... it is not shared by all cultures and the experience of other cultures suggests that, paradoxically, viewing food as being about things other than bodily health -- like pleasure, say, or socializing -- makes people no less healthy; indeed, there's reason to believe that it may make them more healthy."

The X Factors

Chronic, overwhelming stress, including historic stress, is thought to be the most significant plague of modern life. Dr. Mark Hyman, chairman of the Institute for Functional Medicine and author of The Blood Sugar Solution, states that 95 percent of all illness is caused or worsened by stress. Prolonged activation of the stress response and the subsequent overexposure to stress hormones can disrupt almost all your body's processes, making none of our organs immune to its effects. Heart disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer, hypertension, depression, ulcers, headaches and chronic anxiety are all scientifically linked to chronic stress.

"So, if you don't think the mind has the power to influence your body, think again," states Dr. Hyman. "The good news is that you can change your beliefs and attitudes and their effects on your mind and body. You may need to learn a few new skills, like stress reduction techniques, but it can be done."

He continues, "... the health of your mind and spirit and your sense of connection to your community has an immense impact on the health of your body. In fact... the biggest predictor of longevity is psychological resiliency -- being able to roll with the punches that life throws at us." How does he suggest building this resiliency? Through our attitude, social networks, community and spiritual beliefs.

"We've known about this in medicine for a long time," he says. "There is a dramatic and powerful connection between your mind and body, and between your body and your mind. In fact, it really should not be called a connection because it is just one bidirectional system. Unfortunately, few doctors accept or understand this fundamental reality about biology."

Undoubtedly, eating a whole foods, nutrient-dense diet is essential for good health, but our attitude towards food and life and how we manage stress are equally if not more important, for nourishment is not limited to food alone. It includes all of the ways we feed the many needs we have as humans.

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SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Metagenics, Inc., a nutrigenomics and lifestyle medicine company focused on improving health, today announced seven Wellness Essentials® products that feature once-daily packets of nutritional supplements backed by scientific research to support personalized daily nutrition. The Wellness Essentials product line offers seven specialized formula combinations that are convenient and easy to use. These formula combinations provide a foundation of essential vitamins and minerals, along with phytonutrients, concentrated omega-3s, and other targeted nutritional supplements to offer personalized health support.*

“Our Wellness Essentials packets are developed through extensive research to meet the unique health needs of specific demographics,” said Deanna Minich, PhD, FACN, Vice President of Scientific Affairs at Metagenics. “These formula combinations incorporate advanced nutritional approaches, including science-based support for specialized applications—such as selective kinase response modulators (SKRMs) to impact healthy cellular communication—to deliver revolutionary foundation nutrition along with targeted health support. Doctors now have the option to choose a nutritional formula combination that will meet a patient's specific health needs.”*

Every Wellness Essentials packet contains a minimum of 1000 mg of purity-tested omega-3 fatty acids, important for maintaining healthy blood lipids. The product line (excluding Wellness Essentials Pregnancy) also features the new PhytoMulti™ supplement that provides essential vitamins/minerals and a proprietary blend of 13 concentrated extracts and phytonutrients with scientifically tested biological activity to help protect cells and maintain DNA stability. Unlike common foundational nutrition packets, Wellness Essentials formulas are backed by a scientific review and quality standards to deliver nutrition that supports heart, brain, and immune health, as well as positive mood and vitality.*

The Wellness Essentials product line:

Wellness Essentials® supports immune and nervous system health* Wellness Essentials®Men’s Vitality targets vitality and libido, as well as supports masculine functions and overall health* Wellness Essentials®Women targets heart and bone health, as well as helps maintain vitality and overall health in women* Wellness Essentials®Women’s Prime targets energy metabolism, heart and bone health, in addition to vitality and overall health in mature women* Wellness Essentials®Pregnancy provides comprehensive nutritional support for preconception through nursing* Wellness Essentials®Active targets healthy joint flexibility, mobility and comfort, as well as vitality and overall health* Wellness Essentials®Healthy Balance supports healthy blood sugar and insulin levels that are already in the normal range, as well as overall health and well-being*

The enhanced Wellness Essential formulas are part of Metagenics’ “Year of You” in-office program for healthcare practitioners—providing simple nutritional protocols and novel products to help patients make and keep resolutions to improve health.* Other recent product introductions include the Identi-T™ Personalized Stress Relief Program and the “Smart Multi” formulas—PhytoMulti and PhytoMulti™ with Iron.

For additional information, please visit http://www.metagenics.com or call 1-800-692-9400.

About Metagenics, Inc.

Metagenics, Inc. (www.metagenics.com) is a nutrigenomics and lifestyle medicine company focused on improving health. Founded in 1983, Metagenics serves more than 75,000 healthcare providers worldwide through premium quality, science-based medical foods, nutritional formulas, and lifestyle therapy programs to help their patients achieve a lifetime of good health. Metagenics’ scientific staff—among the largest in the nutrigenomics industry—has published more than 80 articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been awarded more than 50 international or domestic patents. The company’s educational arm, Metagenics University, collaborates with renowned medical experts to annually deliver more than 200 events designed to help healthcare professionals stay on the leading edge of lifestyle medicine and incorporate nutrition into their clinical practice.

Metagenics maintains its corporate headquarters in San Clemente, CA; R&D headquarters in Gig Harbor, WA; and operating subsidiaries in Brussels, Belgium and Brisbane, Australia.

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration.

These products are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.

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Pres. Benigno Aquino III hands over to Mayor Melchor Petracorta the most coveted Galing Pook plaque. Photo courtesy of Malacañang Press Bureau

MAASIN CITY, SO. LEYTE – The Book of Proverbs 29:18 says “Where there is no vision the people perish.” This simple line could be Mayor Melchor Petracorta’s driving vision, as he led the small island town of Limasawa to national fame when his innovative nutrition program was hailed as one of the country’s “Galing Pook 2011” awardees. The town got the most coveted citation and usually, a prize of P1,000,000 in the form of projects come with it.
This, after Limasawa received the Highest Nutrition Award in 2011 in the country and bagged P 500,000 for the feat. Previous to that, Limasawa was the consistent regional level winner for three consecutive years.  The same innovative nutrition practice got the nod of the judges of the recent national Galing Pook Award. Limasawa is the only awardee in Eastern Visayas this year.
Limasawa is the second LGU in the region to win the prestigious and much-coveted award, the first being Palompon, Leyte in the ‘90’s for its program for a sustainable marine ecology, then under Mayor Ramon Oñate who has made a comeback.
Limasawa, a town of 5,800 residents, has almost achieved zero malnutrition among its schoolchildren and was able to encourage a majority, if not all, of its adults to adopt a healthy lifestyle. From having a high malnutrition rate six years ago among its schoolchildren, it was dramatically dropped to only 2.8% in 2011.
Limasawa, a 6th class municipality, has proven that being a “poor” town is not a hindrance to win national awards for its programs to improve the lot of its constituents. Limawasa is also known as the site of the first mass in the Philippines, where explorer Ferdinand Magellan first set foot over 400 years ago. It has also one of the best diving sites in the country.
Mayor Melchor Petracorta personally received the town’s Galing Pook award from Pres. Simon Benigno C. Aquino III together with the municipal council members on January 30 at the Rizal Ballroom in Malacañang Palace.
P-Noy, in his speech, lauded Limasawa’s achievement saying that “a poor municipality can effect a lot of positive change for its people if there’s cooperation among leaders and its residents. Limawasa, once a face of hunger and malnutrition, is now a town of healthy community.  Because of cooperation from all sectors, their feeding program and livelihood skills trainings are successful.”
The Galing Pook Awards aims to recognize innovations and excellence in local governance. Its ultimate goal is to help foster democratic governance, strengthen and professionalize government, and empower communities to encourage citizen participation in local governance. The award was instituted in October 1993 when the Local Government Code took effect.
Mayor Petracorta, in an interview before he left to receive the award, said the accolade was not his alone. “This is a collaboration of all agencies and a constituency that wants to ensure a healthy and nutritionally well community.”
Healthy citizens
are assets
An unknowing reader would probably think Mayor Petracorta is a doctor, with his vision of a healthy citizenry. But he is not. He is an accounting graduate and a barrister. Maybe, that is also why he thinks healthy citizens are “assets”.
In a previous interview with him, Petracorta said that for six years from 2005 – 2010, they made every effort to ensure that constituents in their municipality are all healthy and nutritionally well.
For three years, in 2005-2007, the town was a consistent Banner Year Awardee and became the recipient of the CROWN Award or the Consistent Regional Outstanding Winner in Nutrition Award from 2008-2010.
To improve the nutritional status Limasawa’s folk and children, the Municipal Nutrition Council (MNC) launched different projects to address the concern.
Among these are the  “Gulay Bawat Bahay – Hahaba ang Buhay” where each family should plant vegetables and encourage their children to eat them.  They also started communal gardens using organic fertilizers dubbed as “Halaman ng Bayan Para sa Kalusogan ng Mamamayan”. There are also periodic contests like the “Tatay Ko Kaagapay sa Kalusogan” program for fathers and “On-the-Spot Cooking Contests” to come up with delicious and nutritious food from ingredients made available.
To make sure that infants are born nourished and their mothers healthy, they started a feeding program every Friday for pregnant women and periodic prenatal checkups.
They also encouraged the “4 o’clock habit” – group exercises among LGU workers and constituents and those who don’t join are fined. Incentives are also given to  “Biggest Losers”.
Also, after identifying the families with undernourished children, they set in motion the “Handog Tulong Alaga” where the families were consulted and made to suggest ways of how the local nutrition council can help them. Milk and eggs were also provided to the kids until they reached standard weight.
Mayor Petracorta said that they made the nutrition program inclusive, involving all – the LGU, well-off citizens and the program beneficiaries themselves.
“This award proves that when a community is united, focused and work together for a common goal, they can surpass difficulties and achieve their goals and dreams.  Having good and sustainable nutrition programs means a healthy and brighter future for the community.  We want to share these good nutrition practices to other LGU’s for a healthier Philippines,” said Mayor Petracorta.
To sustain the nutrition programs, they have the “Buntis Baby Bank” which is funded from fines imposed on illegal fishers and even from non-participation in the 4 o’clock habit. Ten percent of its income from diving fees also goes into the bank.
Another pride of
Southern Leyte
Limasawa’s feat is another feather on the cap of Southern Leyte. Governor Damian “Mian” Mercado said he is happy for Limasawa’s success, pledging the provincial government’s continued support to all its nutrition initiatives. Mercado is also the chairman of the Southern Leyte Provincial Nutrition Council.
For her part, National Nutrition Council regional coordinator Carina Santiago said that “I am really happy for Limasawa.  They really deserve the award.  My hats off to Mayor Petracorta and members of the Municipal Nutrition Committee, and of course to Governor Mercado and Congressman Roger Mercado.  May the award serve as inspiration and motivation to the rest of the local government units in the region to take up the cause against hunger and malnutrition by promoting and investing in nutrition programs in their communities.”
137 programs all over the country were submitted to this year’s Galik Pook Awards. Each were evaluated on its positive impact to society, promotion of people’s participation and empowerment, transferability and sustainability, and efficiency of program service delivery.
The winning programs this year are justice enhancement programs, innovative nutrition programs, and empowerment of indigenous people, among others.
Aside from Limasawa, 16 other LGUs were recognized. They are Barangay San Antonio, Pasig; Barangay Tangos in Baliwag, Bulacan; Sta. Cruz, Laguna; Bingawan, Iloilo; Cagwait, Surigao del Sur; Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur; and the provinces of Misamis Oriental, Surigao del Sur and Zamboanga del Norte.
Seven other LGUs in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) were also honored in a new category called “Galing Pook in ARMM”.
These are Kapatagan, Lanao del Sur; Sulu Province; Southwestern Ligawasan Alliance of Municipalities; Wao, Lanao del Sur; Sultan Mastura, Maguindanao; Bongao, Tawi-tawi; and Upi, Maguindanao.

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PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

A healthy diet is essential to better health. In honor of National Nutrition Month in March, SCAN Health Plan Arizona invites seniors to take part in one or all of its nutrition-related presentations and cooking demonstrations during the month. All of the presentations will take place at the SCAN Connections Resource Center at 1313 E. Osborn Road in Phoenix. There is no cost to attend, but space is limited and reservations are required. Anyone interested in attending should call 602-778-3420 to reserve a space.

On March 14 from 10 – 11 a.m. is “Solutions for Life – Nutrition and Longevity,” a medically approved weight-reduction and longevity program that is backed by cutting-edge research. Also on March 14 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. is “Healthy Nutrition on a Budget,” focusing on nutritional guidelines for seniors, nutritious and low cost sample meals and snacks, and community resources. On March 21 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. is “Healthy Nutrition for Seniors,” a look at the role of nutrition, portion distortion and nutritional guidelines for seniors in maintaining a healthy weight. Also on March 21 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. is “Get Your Plate in Shape,” a portion-control and healthy cooking demonstration and sampling.

SCAN Health Plan Arizona also will launch an eight-month series of hour-long workshops focused on living well. The “Wellness Way of Living” workshop will take place on March 28 from 10 – 11 a.m. Participants will discover how every aspect of their lives can influence overall health. Subsequent monthly presentations will explore maintaining a healthy mind and stress management.

“A healthy, well-rounded diet that includes all of the essential nutrients is important at any age, but seniors are particularly vulnerable to the detrimental effects of poor eating habits,” said Dr. Raymond Cogen, SCAN Health Plan Arizona’s chief medical officer. “SCAN Health Plan Arizona hopes to increase awareness among seniors about diet and nutrition, which will support better health, increased energy, a stronger immune system and more.”

For 35 years SCAN Health Plan has been focusing on the unique needs of people with Medicare and today is the fourth-largest not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plan in the United States. SCAN Health Plan Arizona serves approximately 10,000 members in Maricopa and Pima counties. Further information is available at scanhealthplan.com.

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14 February 2012, Lysaker, Norway: Pronova BioPharma today announced results for the fourth quar­ter and full year 2011. Fourth quarter revenues were NOK 444.3 million, up 14 percent from a year before, and revenues for the year ended 31 December 2011 were NOK 1 668.9 million, up 2 percent from last year. EBITDA was NOK 197.1 million in the fourth quarter, up 53 percent year-on-year, and was NOK 705.3 million for the full year, up 13 percent from last year.

End-user demand in Pronova BioPharma`s current eight largest markets, as measured by IMS, grew by 5 percent in 2011, represent­ing total volumes of 1 273 tonnes. This represents USD 1.4 billion in drug sales, with Omacor®/Lovaza(TM) maintaining its status as a blockbuster product. During the year, GSK reached its expected inventory target for 2011. The reduction in demand was partially offset by higher off-take from other partners in Europe and Asia. Omacor®/Lovaza(TM) is currently sold in 57 markets, and the Group continues to expand its geographic reach.

The Board of Directors propose to adjust the existing dividend pol­icy to between 40 and 60 percent of net profit adjusted for pre-tax amortisation costs. The decision reflects the continued strong cash generation of Pronova BioPharma and the Company`s commitment to provide competitive returns to investors. The Company believes that adjusting for non cash amortisation costs better emphasises the strong cash conversion in the dividend policy. Furthermore, a more narrow range of 40 to 60 percent of adjusted net profit allows Pronova BioPharma to give a more targeted guidance to the financial community going forward. The Company will continue to evaluate annual dividends against the objectives of maintaining a solid financial position and investments to grow the business.

In line with the revised dividend policy, the Board of Directors pro­pose a first dividend of NOK 0.5 per share for 2011, corresponding to approximately 50 percent of net profit adjusted for pre-tax amortisation cost. This reflects the significant progress made towards the Company`s strategic objectives in 2011, which has strengthened the Company`s financial position and diversified its future cash generation capabilities.

Based on current market conditions, Pronova BioPharma main­tains its outlook for 2012, with shipments in line with underlying end-user demand and launches in new markets. Supply prices, as measured by the revenue-to-shipment ratio are expected to be in line with 2011 levels. The Company expects, all other things being equal, revenue and EBITDA growth in 2012.

However, as previously communicated, there is a risk of loss of exclusivity in Europe, where patents in most countries expired 30 months ago. There is also a risk of generic launch in the USA if the US District Court for the District of Delaware (District Court) rules against Pronova BioPharma in the litigation against Teva and Par, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) grants approval to the generic companies and API supply is available in sufficient volume. The Company expects a ruling within the next three months.

The Group today announced plans to expand its pharmaceuti­cal business into clinical nutrition. Clinical nutrition is nutrition taken under medical supervision and is provided in either enteral or parenteral form. The omega-3 market for clinical nutrition is estimated at 500 tonnes in 2011 and is expected to double in size within five years.

Pronova BioPharma plans to develop new clinical nutrition prod­ucts in collaboration with leading scientists and commercial partners. Products will be differentiated from existing offerings through such factors as concentration and purity levels, quality assurance, and health claims/scientific documentation.

Pronova BioPharma also continues to make progress in its research efforts to develop new drugs in the metabolic/cardiovascular/inflammatory treatment areas. The Group`s lead pipeline candidate PRC-4016, a new chemical entity for the treatment of combined dyslipidemia (abnormal blood lipid levels), is currently in Phase I trials. Dyslipidemia has been shown to play an important role in the development of cardiovascular risk. PRC-4016 is a structurally modified omega-3 fatty acid, which has shown in pre-clinical studies to have potent triglyceride and bad (non-HDL) cholesterol lowering effects while raising good (HDL) cholesterol. The trial is a double-blind, placebo-controlled, single and multiple oral dose study to investigate the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of PRC-4016. The study, conducted in healthy volunteers, is being performed in the UK. The trial is progressing well and top line results are expected to be announced in Q2 2012.

In November 2011, Pronova BioPharma announced that it will develop a consumer healthcare business, entering the fast-growing Omega-3 consumer healthcare market. The business will initially target the high concentrate dietary supplement market, which is expected to double in size in the next five years. Since the announcement, Pronova BioPharma has made substantial pro­gress in developing this business. The manufacturing facility in Sandefjord, Norway has been selected to serve the consumer healthcare business and the necessary modifications are being implemented. The Company has also strengthened the manage­ment team with the appointment of Claus Kjærsgaard as VP of Consumer Healthcare and a number of experienced professionals are in the process of being hired for the new division. Claus brings 15 years of consumer healthcare experience across a diversity of categories, distribution channels and geographical environments.

Pronova BioPharma continues to extend its manufacturing advan­tages. In June 2011, the Group announced a target of increasing yield by 50 percent by the end of 2014 compared to 2009 levels. Pronova BioPharma is well on its way to achieving that target.

Pronova BioPharma`s Chief Executive Officer Morten Jurs com­mented, "In 2011, we continued to generate strong cash flow and made significant progress towards our strategic objectives. Our core pharmaceutical business continued to grow, and we launched our product in new markets. On the manufacturing side, we improved yield to further strengthen our competitive advantage in manufacturing versus potential market entrants. With our progress in R&D, expansion into clinical nutrition and our plans to launch a consumer healthcare business, we have made Pronova BioPharma a more diversified company and created new sources of growth. "

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February 13, 2012 - United Indoor Football League (UIFL) Lakeland Raiders LAKELAND,FL- The Lakeland Raiders are feeling great about the upcoming season. After a very successful Fan Fest, the Raiders are back to work getting ready for the 2012 season. "The staff is doing a great job and training camp is next" commented Raiders Head Coach Michael Mink. The Raiders will open their Inaugural game against the Rome Rampage on March 10th.

The Lakeland Raiders are proud to announce another great partner to join the Raider Battalion for the 2012 season and beyond. Trim Nutrition is the official nutritional product of the Lakeland Raiders. Trim Nutrition, a leader in wellness supplements and sustained energy products, is also a partner of the INDYCAR family and is the official nutrition partner for the IZOD IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights. Trim Nutrition will foster better health and fitness habits for the Lakeland Raiders players and staff. "The growth and advances that the Raiders are achieving mirrors our progressive and innovative products," said Trim Nutrition CEO Brent Agin, MD. "'Making Bodies Better' is our motto. As the Raiders prepare for the future with a new body style for 2012, it is logical that it would look to tune-up the team and its fans with a reinvigorated commitment to health and fitness." Trim Nutrition's goals are to introduce the benefits of Intra-Muscular and Intra-Venous Nutritional Therapies for athletic performance enhancement and general nutritional support. "Since Trim Nutrition's inception, we have been committed to developing products that help people in a multitude of ways. We are proud to have helped thousands of people and continue to help more every day. Whether the goal is to become more fit, lose weight, aid in the reduction of disease symptoms or just simply feel the best possible -we have successfully fulfilled our commitment. Trim Nutrition has evolved as an industry leader in the development and delivery of innovative nutritional supplementation. Our efforts target cutting edge therapies to target superior outcomes in athletic performance and wellness medicine," said Trim Nutrition CEO Brent Agin, MD.

"I am thrilled to have a great partner on our side and this gives our players a great help in knowing the importance of health on the field and off the field. I personally have lost over 70lbs over the last year to become healthier and with Trim Nutrition, I plan to lose more weight and feel healthier," commented Owner Michael Mink. The Raiders, Trim Nutrition and Total Body Conditioning plan to have the players in top shape and healthy enough to win a championship in the teams Inaugural season.

For more information about the Lakeland Raiders visit the team website at http://www.lakelandraiders.com or call 863-834-7511. The Raiders will be playing home games at The Lakeland Center. The Lakeland Center offers a full variety of sporting events, concerts and shows. The Lakeland Center is a short drive from anywhere in Central Florida. Regular box office hours are Monday-Friday 9:30am-5:30pm and can be reached at 863-834-8111.

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In conjunction with National Nutrition Month this March, nutritional consultant Joy Feldman is launching a nationwide crusade to inspire children to eat right. An award-winning author, Feldman will celebrate the release of her new children's book, Is Your Hair Made of Donuts on March 1.

For years, nutritional consultant Joy Feldman focused on helping an international clientele, primarily made up of adults, achieve better health through nutrition. But Feldman says she’ll never forget the day a few years ago when she was struck with the inspiration to shift her focus to helping children learn to eat right—and the idea for how to accomplish that.

According to Feldman, “While walking through the airport for a very early morning departure, I was surprised when I saw young people buying and eating candy, sugary treats, donuts, drinking sodas and neon-colored liquids and consuming all sorts of unhealthy things. Bear in mind, it was extremely early in the morning and I was shocked to see what these children were eating for breakfast. Not fifteen minutes later, I saw those same children in various stages of meltdowns, tantrums, misbehavior, and general chaos. It was at that point I knew that I wanted—and needed—to help teach children make healthier food choices.”

Feldman, a mother of two and award-winning author, said that the airport incident gave her the idea for a book just for young children. In conjunction with National Nutrition Month this March, Feldman will celebrate the nationwide release of her newest book, Is Your Hair Made of Donuts? A children’s picture book designed to teach and inspire children to make healthy food choices, Is Your Hair Made of Donuts? explains why the phrase “you are what you eat” may be truer than children think.

But simply writing the book, at least in Feldman’s mind, wasn’t enough. Passionate about helping children not just learn the basics of good nutrition, but also making children want to make healthy food choices, Feldman is launching an extensive nationwide tour of schools to share the message. Feldman, who dons a whimsical, colorful, custom-made donut hat, which has earned her the moniker The Divine Duchess of Donuts, will appear in front of school children and youth groups across the country. In addition to reading from Is Your Hair Made of Donuts, Feldman invites children to take part in healthy food taste challenges, juices fresh fruits and vegetables, and gets children involved through her interactive learning program. Over the coming months, Feldman will share her message about the importance of good nutrition with thousands and thousands of children as she travels across the country. See this interview with Joy Feldman about the mission and the inspiration behind it.

Feldman says that the silly whimsical hat and funny story is just the vehicle for delivering a serious message: “Today’s children are bombarded with unhealthy food choices. According to statistics, the average child sees approximately 20,000 advertisements a year for foods that can be classified as junk food. Reports of skyrocketing childhood obesity and health problems only underscore the seriousness of the message. Feeding children well is an important step towards creating good health, inspiring these children to have healthy lifestyles and reducing the nation’s exploding healthcare costs from diseases associated with modifiable behaviors. The truth is that when we eat better, we feel better. And when our children eat better, they feel better. It is crucial that something be done to teach children the importance of good nutrition. My sense was that presenting that information to them in a fun and lighthearted way was the way to make an impact.”

For more information, visit: http://www.isyourhairmadeofdonuts.com Joy Feldman received her undergraduate and graduate training from the University of Pennsylvania, pursued her law degree from the University of Miami, and later went on to receive her certificate in biochemical nutritional balancing science. A nutrition expert and author of the award-winning Joyful Cooking in the Pursuit of Good Health, Feldman is passionate about inspiring and teaching persons both young and old the value of healthy foods. Joy Feldman lives in Rhode Island.

Members of the news media wishing to request additional information about Is Your Hair Made of Donuts? or author Joy Feldman are asked to contact Maryglenn McCombs by phone – (615) 297-9875, or by email – maryglenn(at)maryglenn(dot)com.

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Dr. Klaus Kraemer is Director of Sight and Life, a not-for-profit nutrition think tank of DSM, which cares about the world’s most vulnerable populations, and exists to help improve their nutritional status. Dr. Kraemer has over 25 years of experience in research and advocacy in the field of health and safety of vitamins, minerals and carotenoids.

While the headlines out of the World Economic Forum (WEF) meetings in Davos primarily focus on getting (or keeping) the global economy on track, it’s a welcome development when nutrition and health information also rise to the top of the priorities list, reminding world leaders of the inextricable link between nutrition, health and well-being of the people on our planet and that of our global economy.

This year in Davos, several events came together in a “day of nutrition and food security,” highlighting the potential impact that improved nutrition for mothers and children could have on a family’s future, and on the future of nations. The 1,000 days from a mother’s pregnancy until her child turns two years old offer a unique window of opportunity to establish a strong foundation for a healthy and productive future. Children that are well-nourished achieve more in school and are better equipped to overcome conditions such as pneumonia or diarrheal disease, which are far too commonly fatal in developing nations. The effects of early nutrition are lasting, reaching far beyond childhood. Children who are well-nourished are able to grow to their full potential, both physically and mentally. As adults, they earn more, are healthier and for women, are more likely to have healthy pregnancies and births.

Health is inextricably linked to economic development. By improving maternal and child nutrition, we have an opportunity to create sustainable change in the lives of millions of people by bolstering efforts to advance both health and development. And, the best part is – we know how to do this.

Research, including the landmark 2008 Lancet Series on Maternal and Child Undernutrition, shows that by focusing on the 1,000 day window of opportunity and investing in three key areas of action, we can significantly improve the nutrition—and the lives—of many of the world’s most vulnerable. We can do this by promoting good feeding and caring practices, such as breastfeeding or using nutrient-dense complementary food to prevent malnutrition; increasing the intake of vitamins and minerals by pregnant women, nursing mothers and their children; and treating severe cases of acute malnutrition with ready-to-use therapeutic food. Three areas of focus; millions of lives saved.

In just the past 18 months, we have seen a global movement to catalyze support to turn these research findings into action on an unprecedented scale. Led by 26 developing countries that have committed to improving nutrition, the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement is an effort backed by more than 100 entities, including civil society organizations, businesses, governments, UN agencies and academia dedicated to improving maternal and child nutrition. SUN is committed to aligning resources, expertise and investment to support the nutrition priorities established by the 26 lead countries.

This is a cross-sector effort built on the skills and experience of the many organizations supporting the movement. Whether it is in direct nutrition action, such as ensuring access to micronutrients, or in changing the factors that impact nutrition, such as providing training on farming practices that can increase crop yield or supporting strong nutrition policies, all stakeholders have a role to play.

Improving nutrition has been my life’s work; particularly, finding ways to alleviate micronutrient deficiencies of the world’s poor that result from a lack of the vitamins and minerals we all need.

When many of us think of micronutrients, we think of the multi-vitamin we take to supplement our diets. But in the developing world, the right micronutrients aren’t just an insurance, but mean the difference between going blind or having a clear view of the future (vitamin A); between brittle bones or having a solid foundation (vitamin D), between a lack of energy or strong mental and physical performance (iron).

The word ‘vitamin’ stems from the Latin word ‘vita,’ meaning ‘life’. Whether we get them from the foods we eat, from a fortified product, or from a tablet, these tiny building blocks are what healthy lives are made of. At Sight and Life, we are working with the SUN movement and many global partners to ensure that all mothers and children have the vitamins needed to nourish healthy, productive futures. During the WEF I had the pleasure and honor to present the inaugural Sight and Life Nutrition Leadership Award to Dr. David Nabarro, Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for Food Security and Nutrition, and the SUN movement in acknowledgement of their great leadership to catalyze a sustainable improvement in nutrition.

At Davos, we were challenged to think innovatively of how to “Shape New Models” to help strengthen the economy. We can create stable, productive economies—but we have to start with healthy, nourished people who can drive this progress.

The humble vitamin turns 100 years old this year, as 2012 marks the centennial of the discovery of these mighty compounds. As we celebrate the great impact vitamins and minerals have had on our lives (you don’t hear about too many scurvy cases due to vitamin C deficiency these days), we should also look ahead at new ways micronutrients can strengthen families, the developing world and our global community. I look forward to continuing to fight to reduce micronutrient deficiencies through our work with the SUN Movement, and I encourage you to join me in the fight. 

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A new report from CNN confirms that stress-induced “binge eating” during the afternoon or early evening is a major cause of dietary problems and significant weight gain, but nutritionist Matthew Vettese offers ways for avoiding carbohydrate overload.

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Eating the wrong kinds of foods and later feeling sick because of it is an experience most of us know well, but a new CNN study suggests that the opposite can also hold true—that certain foods can make us feel better, at least temporarily. The nutrition study notes that junk foods, such as potato chips and ice cream, offer a “fast-track to happiness,” but also that a “carb overload” can ultimately “wreak havoc” on the body. CNN speculates that afternoon snacking and easy access to junk food are the causes of many dietary and weight gain problems, but nutrition expert Matthew Vettese says there are practical efforts that can be taken to ward off the problem.

Matthew Vettese confirms that the CNN study offers important insight that many consumers may benefit from hearing. “It is certainly true that eating certain foods can have a soothing or comforting effect, which is why so many of us reach for chips or for that extra cup of coffee in the afternoon,” says the diet expert. “Just because something makes one feel good does not mean it is actually good for the body, however, and the things we do to feel better may really be making us feel worse.”

Nutrition expert Matthew Vettese points to the CNN study’s insight into what makes afternoon snacking and stress-induced “binge eating” so counterproductive. In particular, the study shows that overloading on unhealthy foods can actually suppress the immune system, a finding Matthew Vettese says is radical. “A lot of times we flood our bodies with junk when we start to feel ill, but that can actually make things much worse,” he cautions.

The best path to avoiding these unhealthy dietary effects, according to Matthew Vettese, is to recognize the problem and end the pattern. “These foods not only taste good, but prove to be addictive over time,” he comments. “Once we start eating donuts or potato chips as an afternoon snack, our bodies start to crave them, and it becomes hard to end the cycle, even though it makes the body feel worse and worse.”

The nutritionist endorses a suggestion from the CNN report, which is to substitute a different kind of stress-relieving afternoon habit. Rather than relieve midday stress or cope from a hard day by binge eating, Matthew Vettese recommends making it a habit to go for a short walk, a healthier alternative that has the same stress-reducing effects. He also adds another suggestion of his own, which is simply to take junk out of the equation. “If you know you are prone to afternoon snacking, keep less carb-heavy snacks, like fruits or veggies, close at hand, and avoid the allure of the sweet and salty stuff.”

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Jeffrey Bland, PhD, chief science officer for Metagenics, Inc., a nutrigenomics and lifestyle medicine company dedicated to reducing chronic illness and improving health, has been awarded the 2011 Nutrition Business Journal’s (NBJ) Education award for his expertise and contributions to international nutritional medicine education. The NBJ awards give recognition to the industry’s influential leaders who have made a significant impact in the fields of health, wellness and nutrition.

“I am honored to receive the Nutrition Business Journal’s Education award,” said Dr. Bland. “Educating healthcare practitioners in the science of nutrigenomics is the key to reversing the tide of chronic illness that is currently overwhelming our healthcare system worldwide. As more and more practitioners and patients discover the power of lifestyle medicine to achieve life-long health, we are at the tipping point of shifting our focus from treating disease to creating health.”

For more than 25 years, Dr. Bland has been an internationally recognized leader in the nutritional medicine field. A nutritional biochemist, he is a prominent researcher and educator for the science of nutrigenomics, the study of how nutritive substances and phytochemicals affect genetic expression within human cells.

Dr. Bland currently serves as the chief science officer for Metagenics and is the president of Metagenics’ wholly-owned subsidiary, MetaProteomics Nutrigenomics Research Center. His scientific team has published more than 80 peer-reviewed articles and been awarded more than 50 international or domestic patents. Their research is the foundation for Metagenics’ industry-leading products and programs that reduce chronic illness and improve health.

In addition to lecturing and teaching on nutrigenomics around the world, Dr. Bland leads and shapes hundreds of educational programs offered through Metagenics University, including the certification programs for First Line Therapy (FLT), a personalized lifestyle program centered on therapeutic lifestyle change.

Dr. Bland’s leadership in nutrigenomics education also includes achievements such as:

Professor of biochemistry at the University of Puget Sound. Director of nutritional research at the Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine. First member of the board of trustees of Bastyr University, the first federally accredited university in the United States offering graduate and undergraduate degrees in natural medicine. Dr. Bland contributed significantly to its founding and accreditation. Establishment of the Institute of Functional Medicine to educate clinicians about functional medicine. President at the Northwest Academy of Preventive Medicine Author of the textbook, The Medical Applications of Clinical Nutrition, that has been used in numerous medical and graduate school curriculums

Dr. Bland will be publicly honored for his outstanding achievements in nutrition medicine education at the 15th annual NBJ Summit in Dana Point, California, on July 24-27.

About Metagenics, Inc.

Metagenics, Inc. (www.metagenics.com) is a nutrigenomics and lifestyle medicine company focused on reversing chronic illness and improving health. Founded in 1983, Metagenics serves more than 75,000 healthcare providers worldwide through premium quality, science-based medical foods, nutritional formulas, and lifestyle therapy programs to help their patients achieve a lifetime of good health. Metagenics’ scientific staff—among the largest in the nutrigenomics industry—has published more than 80 articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been awarded more than 50 international or domestic patents. The company’s educational arm, Metagenics University, collaborates with renowned medical experts to annually deliver more than 200 events designed to help healthcare professionals stay on the leading edge of lifestyle medicine and incorporate nutrition into their clinical practice.

Metagenics maintains its corporate headquarters in San Clemente, CA; R&D headquarters in Gig Harbor, WA; and operating subsidiaries in Brussels, Belgium, and Brisbane, Australia.

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire -02/10/12)- High street health experts and leading health food retailer Holland & Barrett are doing their bit for those continuing with their healthy and active resolutions for 2012 with a range of offers on sports and nutritional supplements.

Whether you're looking to improve your performance in the gym or on the playing field, you'll make savings on a variety of whey protein products as well as a range of vitamins, minerals & supplements.

An array of offers are available on a number of items, such as:

- Up to 50% off on sports supplements such as creatine and whey protein

- Savings of up to 50% on vitamins, minerals & supplements which include energy drinks, strength tablets and many products to ease those aches and pains after a tough workout

- Huge savings across healthy food and drink products including cereals, nuts, dried fruits and many other tasty and healthy snacks

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WASHINGTON - Hold the mystery meat: Military bases will soon be serving more fruits, vegetables and low-fat dishes under the first program in 20 years to improve nutrition standards across the armed services.

First lady Michelle Obama and Pentagon officials planned to announce the effort Thursday during a visit to Little Rock Air Force Base in Arkansas, where the military has been experimenting with the idea through a pilot program designed to improve the quality and variety of foods served on base.

It's not just about giving members of the armed services a more svelte profile.

"The Department of Defense considers obesity not only a national problem, but a national security issue," said Dr. Jonathan Woodson, assistant secretary of defense for health affairs. "About a quarter of entry-level candidates are too overweight to actually either enter the military or sustain themselves through the first enlistment."

The Pentagon spends an estimated $4.5 billion a year on food services, and $1.1 billion a year on medical care related to excess weight and obesity.

Under the Military Health SysSOMETHING HEREtem's new obesity and nutrition awareness campaign, more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lower-fat entrDees will be coming to the 1,100 service member dining halls in coming months. Healthier choices will be turning up in base schools, vending machines and snack bars, too.

Mrs. Obama, who has been leading a campaign against childhood obesity, said the military effort would send a message to the whole nation.

"When our service members make healthy eating a priority in their lives, the rest of us are more likely to make it a priority in our lives," she said in a written statement. "Simply put, this is America's entire military once again stepping forward to lead by example."

The first lady was visiting Little Rock as part of a three-day national tour marking the second anniversary of her "Let's Move" campaign.

Under the new program, each of the armed services will be asked to update menu standards for the first time in two decades and to ensure that healthier food choices are available.

"We are intent on focusing on preventable illnesses to help our people stay out of our clinics and hospitals by improving their physical condition," Woodson said in a statement.

He said surveys in the mid-1990s found that about 1 out of 50 members of the armed services had weight problems. By about 2005, the figure was 1 in 20 service members.

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Thursday, February 9, 2012

TABUK, Kalinga - Participants to the First Kalinga Nutrition Congress held last week resolved to bring down the province’s malnutrition rate, the second highest in the region.

Based on the 7th national nutrition survey conducted recently by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), Kalinga posted a malnutrition rate of 29.7 percent, next to Abra with 40.1 percent.

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Although the Cordillera region’s malnutrition rate of 20 percent is lower than the national malnutrition rate of 27.9 percent, the province has to address the situation, as high rate of malnutrition is prevalent among children aging 0-5, who are considered the most vulnerable group.

Provincial Health Officer Romulo Gaerlan, who is also the Provincial Nutrition Action Officer (PNAO), identified the common nutritional problems in the province as mostly related to micro-nutrient deficiencies.

Children who are at the growing stage from 0-5 and 6-10 are commonly found to lack iron, iodine, protein and Vitamin A.

As mitigating effort, participants to the congress moved to enhance the province’s nutrition program this year and started to identify some areas to work on.

Among the issues to be addressed for a more aggressive nutrition drive include provision of adequate funds, logistics and benefits to barangay nutrition scholars (BNS).

Citing some problems encountered in the field, some BNS reported of already depreciating weighing scales while others have no units to use and just borrow during operation timbang.

The body resolved to bring the issues to the provincial nutrition committee for appropriate actions. (Larry Lopez)

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Recent changes to federal school nutrition guidelines could mean some extra costs and oversight for school districts throughout the region, but also will lead to healthier meals, local school officials said.

Last month, federal officials announced the new rules, which eventually will require meals to have less sodium, a higher percentage of whole grains, and a wider selection of fruits and vegetables.

"They've dropped some of the grain requirements and they've really enhanced some of the fruit and vegetable requirements," said Jeff Landers, child nutrition services director for the Vista Unified School District.

They also will set a calorie limit for the first time and ban most trans fats, which aren't allowed in California schools anyway.

Some of the changes will take effect this fall; others will be phased in over 10 years.

Many North County districts ---- such as San Marcos Unified, Escondido Unified, Vista Unified and Oceanside Unified ---- have already started to offer more fruit and whole-grain products, officials said.

"I feel very confident, very comfortable, with where we are and where we're going," said Gail Gousha, director of nutrition services for the Escondido Union School District. "I don't see a huge change in our program."

The district already offers lots of fruit, vegetables and whole grains each day, she said.

In San Marcos, school officials have been preparing for the changes for a couple of years, said Dena England, director of the child nutrition services department in the San Marcos Unified School District.

They have added salads, whole-grain products and some unique items such as fresh soy beans and hummus, she said.

Many districts offer students fresh fruit and vegetables, but beginning in the fall, students will be required to have a certain amount of each. Schools also will need to offer different types of vegetables throughout the week.

Though most of the changes probably won't increase the price of meals, offering more fresh fruits and vegetable and more whole-grain products could, officials said.

"It's going to be difficult because fresh fruit obviously costs a lot more than canned fruit," England said. "It's definitely going to be a higher cost."

How much more the new meal plans will cost will depend on food prices, she said.

Districts will get some extra money from the federal government to help cover the changes, but local school officials said they're not sure that it will be enough.

The new rules are the first major overhaul of school meals in more than 15 years.

New sodium limits will be phased in in five-year increments between 2014 and 2022. It will be mostly up to food suppliers to make changes in the salt content of the meals they offer, school officials said.

Starting next year, milk will have to be low-fat and flavored milks will have to be nonfat.

School districts in California already have higher standards than the federal requirements, so the changes won't affect schools here as much as they will in some other states.

"California is just way ahead of the game," Gousha said. "The nation's finally catching up with us."

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WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

SmartBrief, Inc. launched a daily digital media news service on Monday, January 30, 2012, in partnership with the School Nutrition Association (SNA).

SNA is a national, nonprofit professional organization representing more than 55,000 members who provide high-quality, low-cost meals to students across the country. SNA SmartBrief will contain daily industry news for SNA members dedicated to ensuring healthy school meals and nutrition education are available for all children. The partnership will save these professionals time and keep them informed of industry developments by delivering “must-read” news directly to their inboxes.

SmartBrief is an online media publishing company that gives readers a competitive edge by providing relevant, timely and reliable content as efficiently as possible. SmartBrief filters thousands of sources daily to create customized e-mail publications in partnership with more than 180 trade associations, professional societies, nonprofits and companies. The most relevant industry news is chosen by SmartBrief’s editorial staff and summarized. SmartBrief distributes the news via its e-mail newsletters, the SmartBrief website and the SmartBrief Android and iPhone apps.

Frank DiPasquale, SNA’s CEO, said, “School Nutrition Association’s partnership with SmartBrief will benefit SNA members and the industry as a whole by providing a new, faster way to stay updated on the latest child nutrition and foodservice trends to help us better serve America’s students.”

Rick Stamberger, CEO of SmartBrief, Inc., added, “We are privileged to be a part of SNA’s work in promoting healthy nutrition habits for our children. SmartBrief staff will be dedicated to providing school nutrition professionals with a valuable tool to save them time and allow them to focus on their main objective, serving schoolchildren across the country.”

To subscribe to SNA SmartBrief and stay on top of the most relevant news affecting the school nutrition industry, please visit http://www.smartbrief.com/sna. For more information about SNA, please visit http://www.schoolnutrition.org.

If you are interested in learning how a partnership with SmartBrief can benefit your organization, visit http://corp.SmartBrief.com/services or e-mail partnerwithSB@smartbrief.com to learn more.

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The School Nutrition Association (SNA) is a national, nonprofit professional organization representing 55,000 school nutrition professionals across the country. Founded in 1946, SNA and its members are dedicated to making healthy school meals and nutrition education available to all students. To find out more about today’s school meals, visit http://www.TrayTalk.org.

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30-11-2011 17:19 Renowned MX coach Ryan Hughes takes us through a typical day of training and fitness with Christian Craig, Tommy Weeck, Amanda Maheu, and Andrew Silverstein. Ryan, who has been racing motorcycles professionally for over 25 years, first making his name in professional supercross and motocross, talks about his passion to teach, the importance of technique, speed, fitness, and what it takes to be the very best. Ryan is also the creator and driving force behind Ryno Power Sports supplements. Ryno is now dedicating his life to teaching people the importance of giving your body exactly what it craves when you demand the most of it. Enter to win a container of RYNO POWER PROTEIN: http://www.supercrosspromo.com

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Motocross Training and Nutrition with Ryan Hughes - Video