| FDA issues ANPRM to revise mandatory nutrients
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) in the Federal Register, Docket No. 2006N-0168, titled Food Labeling: Revision of Reference Values and Mandatory Nutrients. The ANPRM requests comments on what new reference values the agency should use to calculate the percent daily value (DV) in the Nutrition Facts and Supplement Facts labels and what factors the agency should consider in establishing such new reference values. In addition, FDA requests comments on whether it should require that certain nutrients be added or removed from the Nutrition Facts and Supplemental Facts labels. Current rules concerning DV have been in effect since 1993. Those rules were developed on diet and health information that was current at the time.
How to Be Heart Smart at the Supermarket
SUNDAY, Feb. 24 (HealthDay News) -- Taking the time to investigate food labels not only can improve your heart health, but also your overall wellness. "Reading the labels is a great way to be guided toward healthier choices for your heart, and for general reduction of all chronic diseases today," Cathy Fitzgerald, registered dietitian with MFit, the University of Michigan Health System's health promotion division, said in a prepared statement. "So think about using the front of the package as well as the nutrition facts on the back when you are out shopping." Start by educating yourself on what food label language truly means. Fitzgerald offered these tips: The claim, "May reduce the risk of heart disease." A company can only put this statement on a food if scientific evidence exists that the U.S.
BoomerGirl.com Founder and Humor Author, Cathy Hamilton, Joins The ...
ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (http://www.healthcentral.com/) today announced that Cathy Hamilton, author, humorist and Web site founder, will join MyDietExercise.com as a blogger. Hamilton first gained online prominence through her site, BoomerGirl.com, an Eppy Award-winning venture that is devoted to wellness in women born during the Baby Boom. Hamilton will educate and empower community members through weekly blogs that tackle the challenges of getting and staying in shape, as well as review the latest trends in diet and nutrition. MyDietExercise.com provides users with targeted information and interactive tools to help them make healthful food choices and maintain an active lifestyle. Hamilton joins a powerful network of experts who support and encourage community members by sharing their personal stories and in-depth knowledge.
Actiontec MegaPlug AV200: Ethernet-Over-Powerlines Strikes Back
The Actiontec MegaPlug AV is shipped in a router-like form factor and promises up to 200 Mb/s data transfer rates. The estimated data transfer rate is much above the rates you will actually get. The units are typical wall-wart style adapters with three indicator LED lights placed on their case. They indicate the Power, Link and Ethernet states. The units are also rigged with venting slots all the way around the adapter to allow constant ventilation. On the other side, the device is equipped with a standard 2 prong plug, but it lacks the grounding there is no problem since the unit is all made from plastic. The adapter also features a female RJ-45 jack that allows connecting a computer, a switch or (wireless) router to the powergrid. .
Worrying 'in vein'? - Dealing with those pesky varicose woes
Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins. The word 'varicose' actually comes from the Latin word varix, which means twisted. The term commonly refers to the veins on the leg any vein may become varicose. Haemorrhoids (piles), for example, are simply varicose veins in the rectum and anus. A milder variation of varicose veins, spider veins, may occur on the legs or face and create cosmetic concerns. Varicose veins are a common condition, affecting up to 15 per cent of men and up to 25 per cent of women. Varicose veins can cause pain, swelling and discomfort, and may sometimes lead to more serious medical problems like leg ulcers. Varicose veins signal some disturbance in the circulatory system and may suggest a higher risk of other problems in that system. CAUSES Only veins have varicosities.
Rather than sweating glycemic index, stick to the basics
If you pick up a box of Lean Cuisine Chicken Pomodoro in Australia, you'll find a small symbol on the label that lists the product's glycemic index in addition to the usual facts about calories, carbohydrates, fat, protein and sodium. About 150 other products carry the symbol, too. Developed nearly 30 years ago at the University of Toronto, the glycemic index, or GI, is becoming part of the nutritional landscape Down Under. And it's attracted attention in the U.S. and Canada, too. The GI tries to gauge how much your blood sugar is likely to rise after eating a particular food. The higher the number, the more likely your blood sugar will be elevated after eating – something people need to avoid. Foods with scores of 70 to 100 are considered high-glycemic; 55 and lower are low-glycemic.
Investigators records detail treatment of cows at Chino slaughterhouse
Graphic descriptions of cow abuse are excerpted from court documents in this story, and a video contains disturbing scenes. Some people may choose not to read the descriptions of how cows were treated or view the video, and some parents may not want their children to see that content. .
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