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As people become more educated, studies have demonstrated that they tend to choose foods that are lower in calories but higher in nutrients. They also pay more. In a study published in the May 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, researchers from the University of Washington compared the eating habits and food costs of a sample of 164 adults in the Seattle, Washington area.

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Diet and nutrition counseling for virtually all overweight and obese women of childbearing age can reduce health risks associated with excess weight for mothers and children alike, according to a newly released position paper from the American Dietetic Association and the American Society of Nutrition.

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While vegetarians tend to eat healthier diets and are less likely than non-vegetarians to be overweight or obese, they may be at increased risk for binge eating with loss of control, and former vegetarians may be at increased risk for extreme unhealthful weight-control behaviors, according to researchers at University of Minnesota, University of Texas and St. John's University.

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The American Dietetic Association has released an updated position on functional foods that says fortified, enriched or enhanced foods can benefit a person's health when consumed as part of a varied diet, encourages further research and urges continued efforts to educate the public on such foods.

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Eat, drink, be merry and break some old and possibly dangerous food handling habits this holiday season with these tips from the American Dietetic Association.

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Disasters, whether natural or man-made, can strike any time and any place. With summer comes storms and power outages, advance preparation can help you and your family survive and remain healthy during a disaster and afterward.

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Three major new studies scheduled for publication this week "“ finding that postmenopausal women who followed a low-fat eating pattern did not significantly reduce their risk of breast cancer, heart disease or stroke "“ should not be seen by consumers as a reason to discontinue a varied, healthful eating plan and maintaining a healthy weight.

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The February 2006 issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association contains articles and research studies you may find of interest. Below is a summary of some of this month's articles.

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The following is a partial list of sessions at the 2005 American Dietetic Association's Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo in St. Louis, Mo. that journalists may find of interest.

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Stocking Supplies for Safety in Disasters and Emergencies.

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The Food and Nutrition Science Alliance commends the collaborative effort of the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services to provide solid guidance to Americans on how they can balance food intake and physical activity.

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According to the American Dietetic Association, the ultimate value and success of the new "MyPyramid" Food Guidance System graphic will be measured by whether it can serve as an effective tool to help people eat according to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

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Registered dietitian Rebecca S. Reeves, an expert in the prevention and treatment of obesity and heart disease, will begin her one-year term June 1 as the 2005-06 president of the American Dietetic Association.

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The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans provide valuable and realistic recommendations to help people eat well and stay healthy, says the American Dietetic Association. The next step will be to translate the Guidelines into practical, easy-to-understand messages for consumers.

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The announcement by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina that it will offer its members coverage for obesity underscores the importance of dietetics professionals in addressing one of the country's most serious public health problems and can serve as a nationwide model for treatment of obesity.

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Ten thousand scientific researchers, dietetics professionals, policy makers, health-care providers and industry leaders will attend the world's largest gathering of food and nutrition professionals.

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American Dietetic Association's food and nutrition experts, working daily on the front lines of nutrition and health, encourage Americans in all walks of life to focus attention on the newly released report of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.

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The announcement by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services eliminating terminology that previously restricted Medicare coverage of obesity as a disease represents a significant step toward providing high-quality treatment of obesity and its related conditions to millions more people in the United States.

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The announcement by the Food and Drug Administration that it will require nutrition labels to include the amounts of trans fatty acids contained in packaged foods should help millions of people make healthy food choices and lower their cholesterol, according to the American Dietetic Association.

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A new survey by the American Dietetic Association Foundation shows parents have more potential to influence their children's behavior, including their eating habits, than anyone else.

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Increasingly, consumers want fast, easy, and good tasting foods to fit a busy lifestyle. Whether it's fast food, take out, or a sit down restaurant, eating out has become part of the American lifestyle.

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A suggestion from the ADA for a New Year's resolution that's easy to keep and can make 2003 a great year for you and your family: Resolve to visit the health professional with the training and experience to help put you on the path to better nutrition and well-being all year long -- a registered dietitian.

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When it comes to commercial weight-loss programs and dietary supplements, the nutrition professionals of the American Dietetic Association recommend consumers make their diet decisions based on facts, not hype.

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Challenges of providing and sustaining an adequate, safe and nutritious food supply in this country and around the world will be high on the agenda at the American Dietetic Association's 82nd Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Oct. 18-21 in Atlanta, Ga.

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Critical health issues like childhood obesity, food safety and security, phytochemicals and nutrition supplements will be addressed at the American Dietetic Association's Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Oct. 18-21 in Atlanta.

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Speakers at The American Dietetic Association's 81st Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Oct. 19-22 in Kansas City, Mo., will provide new consumer and scientific information about organic, botanical and natural products.

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Lectures, panels and research on obesity are among the most significant sessions scheduled for the annual gathering of the American Dietetic Association's 81st Annual Meeting, Oct. 19-22 in Kansas City, Mo.

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The critical role of caregivers and the mass media in helping children improve and maintain their nutrition and health is a thread running through several sessions and presentations at The American Dietetic Association's 81st Annual Meeting in Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 19-22.

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Developments in food and nutrition affecting everyone's lives occur daily -- from advances in scientific and medical research to new consumer products. And many of the people responsible for making that news will be in Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 19-22, for The American Dietetic Association's 81st Annual Meeting and Exhibition.

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Highlights of the American Dietetic Association's 81st annual meeting and exhibition October 19-22, 1998, Kansas City Convention Center, Kansas City, MO.