With so many Americans focusing on controlling and losing weight, what trends will emerge in 2011? The Calorie Control Council is making these predictions when it comes to weight loss and obesity prevention for the coming year.
Eating about a handful of pecans each day may play a role in protecting the nervous system, according to a new animal study published in the current issue of Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research. The study, conducted at the Center for Cellular Neurobiology at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, suggests adding pecans to your diet may delay the progression of age-related motor neuron degeneration. This may include diseases like amyotropic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease.
Share your favorite recipes and win $500! The Association for Dressings & Sauces is proud to announce 10-Ingredient Salads for 2010 Recipe Contest available now on www.saladaday.org.
Lack of Education by Healthcare Providers on Proper Bottle-Feeding Practices Places Infants at Risk, International Formula Council Offers Online Resources to Help
The American Heart Association recommends five or more servings of vegetables and fruits per day to maintain optimal health. The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS) says one easy and delicious way to get your daily five is with salads and salad dressings. Because of their versatility, salads and today's wide variety of dressings are a creative way to satisfy your body's healthy cravings.
Six studies published in the past year by a Cornell researcher add to growing evidence that an apple a day -- as well as daily helpings of other fruits and vegetables -- can help keep the breast-cancer doctor away. Of the top 25 fruits consumed in the United States, Dr. Rui Hai Liu reports that apples provide 33 percent of the phenolics that Americans consume annually.
It's up to you to adhere to your healthy eating mantra this spring. And salads are a deliciously versatile and affordable way to get your essential nutrients.
Health Canada has reassured Canadians that BPA is safe for use in infant formula packaging in a recent announcement regarding its final assessment of bisphenol A (BPA).
For decades, children of all ages have consumed fruit juice as part of their school foodservice meals or in the lunches they have toted from home.Recently, however, some parents have become confused about 100 percent juice"”how much to drink, how much to serve their children"”partly because of the natural sweet taste of fruit juice. The majority of research on juice shows that it definitely contributes important nutrients to the diet and is clearly NOT the reason for childhood obesity.
October is National Eat Better; Eat Together Month. That means it's time to corral the kids and tempt the teens with healthy family meals, says The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS).
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) joined a panel yesterday of the aging industry's top experts to unveil "Ask Medicare", a new online initiative from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) aimed at educating caregivers of seniors and people with disabilities.
"This month, make it a priority to increase your consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits and treat your body to the vitamins and minerals it craves," says The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS). The Atlanta-based trade association of salad dressing and sauce manufacturers and suppliers joins the Produce for Better Health Foundation in celebrating September as "Fruits and Veggies "“ More Matters" Month.
Recently, people have become somewhat confused about 100 percent fruit juice"”how much to drink, how much to serve their children. According to Dr. Theresa Nicklas, with Baylor College of Medicine, parents should be confident serving their children appropriate amounts of 100 percent fruit juice.
There is no body of research that links consumption of 100 percent fruit juice with an increased incidence of diabetes. The scientific community would agree that one single study (such as that recently published by Bazzano et al.) does not provide support for any general conclusions about 100 percent fruit juice.
"July is National Horseradish Month and with that comes the perfect opportunity to introduce some sizzle into your menu," says The Horseradish Information Council. The Atlanta-based trade association of horseradish processors encourages horseradish consumption from sun-up to sun-down during this summer month.
A geriatric care manager is a skilled professional who can assist aging family members struggling amidst treacherous weather conditions. Geriatric care managers are able to help to ensure the safety and well-being of elders and to relieve the concerns of adult children living at a distance.
Nutritious, delicious, and easy to prepare, salads are among the most healthy and versatile foods around. The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS), the Atlanta-based trade association of salad dressing and sauce manufacturers and suppliers to the industry, welcomes May as National Salad Month and encourages creativity when incorporating a salad into your healthy eating regimen.
"Get ready to master the art of marination this May," says The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS). The Atlanta-based trade association of salad dressing and sauce manufacturers and suppliers to the industry recommends unleashing your inner grill master as you embark upon summer grilling season.
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) recently surveyed 2,075 U.S. adults aged 18 and over about elder care and aging issues. The Geriatric Care Manager/Aging Study was conducted by Harris Interactive via its QuickQuerySM online omnibus service.
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) is helping to spread the word to seniors and their families about the need to file tax returns in order to receive the payments from the president's economic stimulus program.
April is National Car Care Month and The Vinegar Institute joins the Car Care Council in offering motorists advice to keep their vehicles in tip-top condition. The Car Care Council offers terrific maintenance tips to keep cars running clean and safe in an effort to advance the benefits of cleaner air, energy conservation, and safer roads. But, take it a step further and make your newly-maintained ride sparkle and shine.
Kellen Company, the premier global professional services firm and one of the world's largest association management companies (AMCs), today announced that it has signed a strategic partnership with Conferences & Incentive Management Ltd. (CIM) in India. With offices in all major cities in India, CIM is India's premier professional conference organizer and an emerging AMC. India offers a new growth area for global associations.
The International Association of Microfinance Investors, the global organization dedicated exclusively to addressing the needs of commercially oriented microfinance investors, today announced its launch and founding board of directors. The organization's creation was conceived by a group of leading professionals from various sectors of the microfinance industry seeking to improve the global environment for microfinance investing.
Do you ever happen upon a pile of, well"¦ mess, and think, "How am I ever going to get that out or how am I going to clean that?" Well, we're here to help. The answer to all of your cleaning woes this spring is as easy as saying just one word "“ VINEGAR. That's right. From banishing grease and grime to cleaning chrome fixtures and unclogging drains, consumers trust vinegar for a variety of household chores.
"Now's the time to spring into action and chart your course for maintaining a healthy lifestyle," says The Association for Dressings and Sauces (ADS). There's no better month than National Nutrition Month (March) to transform your eating regimen into one that is both healthy and rewarding.
American consumers are experiencing the biggest jump in food prices in 17 years. As the cost of milk, eggs, meat and produce rise, consumers are starting to feel the pinch, but there is a silver lining.
You've got the perfect gift in mind and your significant other's favorite menu lined up, but how do you begin pulling it all together? Let the magic of vinegar be your biggest helper in preparing for the big day.
Many of us plan to kick off the New Year with various resolutions, perhaps even some that didn't stick in years past. The Vinegar Institute encourages everyone to make cleaning their computer a must-keep resolution this January.
As we approach the busiest and most plentiful season of the year, discover the many ways to maintain good nutritional habits.
As Baby Boomers visit their childhood homes over the holidays, they may find themselves facing unexpected concerns about the health and well being of Mom or Dad.
A new survey shows that an overwhelming number of Americans are following health and nutrition advice found on the Internet"”whether they believe it to be accurate or not.
Consumption of apples and apple juice are associated with decreased symptoms and risk of asthma and wheezing among children, according to two studies in respected European journals: Thorax and European Respiratory Journal.
"July is National Horseradish Month and there's no better time to "˜root' around for some sizzling recipes," says The Horseradish Information Council. The Atlanta-based trade association of horseradish processors embraces this sultry month known for picnics and grilling as an optimal time to tempt the palate.
Summer is the official season for grilling, and there's no time like the present to get your game on. Check out the endless array of flavorful dressings, sauces and marinades in the grocery and formulate your own grilling plan. With no shortage of tasty and flavorful condiment sauces available, it's the perfect time of year to experiment with your inner flavor-meister.
The Association for Dressings & Sauces (ADS), the Atlanta-based trade association of salad dressing and sauce manufacturers and suppliers to the industry, is proud to welcome May as National Salad Month. ADS recommends salads with dressing as an easy way to help reach the American Heart Association's recommended five or more servings of vegetables and fruits per day to maintain nutritional health.
New website contains special section for health professionals and educators, featuring a detailed overview of the health benefits associated with eating pecans, a recap of all major health studies on pecans, and a nutritional breakdown of pecans, along with recipes, full-color photos, fun facts about pecans, and a history of the pecan processing industry in the U.S.
The Association for Dressings and Sauces (ADS) joins ADA this month in recommending practical solutions for healthy living throughout the entire year. There's no better time than National Nutrition Month® to implement a healthy eating regimen with the great taste of salads with salad dressing.
The Journal of Nutrition's February issue features presentations from the "Advances in Meeting the Nutritional Needs of Infants Worldwide Conference" -- a special session held on April 5, 2006 at American Society for Nutrition at Experimental Biology meeting in San Francisco. Presentations highlighted the achievements and challenges in infant nutrition and health outcomes over the past 25 years. These experts underscored the importance of nutrition throughout infancy as well as the benefits of human milk and the advances in infant formulas including the addition of important nutrients like taurine, carnitine, nucleotides, and long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Following visits over the recent holidays, many of us may become concerned about the health or well being of our aging loved ones.
There are plenty of ways to incorporate the treats of the season into a healthful eating regimen. The secret is to be sensible and flexible with food choices and watch portion sizes.
Consumption of 100 percent fruit juices is not linked with preschoolers being overweight, finds a new research study published this week in the October issue of Pediatrics, the leading scientific research journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
A new research study from Loma Linda University (LLU) shows that adding just a handful of pecans to your diet each day may inhibit unwanted oxidation of blood lipids, thus helping reduce the risk of heart disease. Researchers suggest that this positive effect was in part due to the pecan's significant content of vitamin E.
Eating just one salad a day provides even greater health benefits than previously thought, according to a study that examined salad consumption by more than 17,000 adults. The study, conducted by the UCLA School of Public Health and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, supported by The Association for Dressings & Sauces, revealed that those who eat salads and raw vegetables with salad dressing have considerably higher levels of vitamins C, E, B6, and folic acid. (VIDEO EMBEDDED)
If an infant is not breastfed for whatever reason, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all infants weaned before 12 months of age should receive iron-fortified infant formula. Iron-fortified infant formula is the only safe and effective alternative to breast milk, providing complete nutrition to meet the unique needs of growing infants.
Women leaders in non-profit organizations and association management companies surpass national average of female executives in leadership roles among top corporate businesses.
Conference at Experimental Biology Explores Advances in Infant Feeding Over Past 25 Years.
According to a recent analysis of government data, children who drank 100 percent juice had healthier overall diets than non-juice consumers and consumed more total fruits, fiber and key nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, magnesium and folate.
Cleaning with white distilled vinegar is not only an economical way to make your home shine, but it is also a safe all-around cleaning agent. For more than 10,000 years, vinegar has claimed its place in homes all over the world, and its uses have proven to be countless.
New website www.fruitjuicefacts.org focuses on scientific facts about consumption of 100 percent fruit juice; National survey confirms 100 percent fruit juice can be part of a healthy diet.
Almost twice as many women die from heart disease than from all forms of cancer combined. In honor of February's Heart Health Month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of Women's Health and Never2Early.org are encouraging women to get the facts about heart disease.
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