WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has expanded the list of foods whose labels can have a "whole grain" stamp to those that contain meat and poultry in addition to whole grains. Products must be approved by the USDA's Food Safety Inspection Service to use the stamp. The decision...
Despite evidence suggesting that three daily servings of whole grains helps control body weight and reduces the likelihood of disease, the vast majority of consumers continue to consume refined grains, such as white bread, that have little to no heal Despite evidence suggesting that three daily...
One of the most striking changes to the new guidelines recently issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture is its increased emphasis on whole grains. The scientific guidelines upon which the USDA based its advice indicate that "daily intake of threOne of the most striking changes to the new guidelines...
HealthDay News - Whole grains are an important part of a healthy diet. They help maintain a healthy body weight and a healthy heart. The U.S. Department of Agriculture suggests how to include more whole grains in your diet: Replace refined foods, such as white bread and white...
In the first overhaul of the federal food vouchers program for women and children in nearly 3 decades, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved new rules that provide beneficiaries with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. The new rules for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children...
Current U.S. dietary recommendations do help prevent colorectal cancer, according to an analysis of three major eating plans in the November 2007 issue of The Journal of Nutrition. Researchers evaluated the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Guide recommendations, the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension DASH Eating Plan, and a Mediterranean...
The 8 million people who rely on the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children will be able to eat more healthfully in the new year. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Dec. 6 that the program will now include fruits, vegetables and whole grains-the first major changes...
Whole grains have become superstars of the nutrition world because they help protect against many chronic health conditions including cancer, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. Three of your six daily servings of grains should be whole grains, according to current dietary guidelines from the U.S. Department of Agriculture USDA. ...
CHICAGO -- Mark Smith is convinced he can turn a generation of junk-food eaters into die-hard devotees of what he calls "the salsa of this decade." The dynamo treat? Single servings of hummus may be coming to a school cafeteria near you. ...
CHICAGO -- Mark Smith is convinced he can turn a generation of junk-food eaters into die-hard devotees of what he calls "the salsa of this decade." The dynamo treat? Single servings of hummus may be coming to a school cafeteria near you. ...
PALO ALTO, CALIF. -- In an effort to meet customer demands and teach better nutrition habits, contract caterer Bon Appetit Management Co. last month introduced a healthful-cooking initiative at its 400 accounts nationwide, featuring trans-fat-free foods, smaller portion sizes and low-fat entrees with fewer than 500 calories each. ...
More vegetables, fruits, and whole grains would be available to beneficiaries of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children WIC program, under a proposal issued last month by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Based in large part on the Findings of Institute of Medicine report published last...
Last year, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans reinforced the many healthful roles that whole grains play as part of a balanced diet. U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends that Americans consume half of their total grain intake from whole grains, which equates to three or more ounce-equivalents of whole grain products...
In the first quarter of 2006, I have eight conferences, tradeshows and seminars to attend, and I could not be happier. These events give me the opportunity to meet readers of this magazine in person, and talk in great, detail about the issues confronting high-volume bakers in today's world. I...
The grains of ancient civilizations are so in vogue. Except now they're called heirloom grains. Farro, once a standard daily ration of the Roman legions, is showing up as a side dish at the iconic BYO Django. Amaranth, a staple of the Aztec diet, is crusting...
M2 PRESSWIRE-26 January 2006-US ARS: For optimal health, go with the grainsC1994-2006 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:26012006 Older adults who consumed nearly three servings of whole-grain foods daily were significantly less likely to have "metabolic syndrome" that increases the chances of developing...
ATLANTA -- The Blimpie sandwich chain, based here, kicked off the new year with a new whole-grain wheat bread offering, available at its nearly 1,600 franchised locations beginning this month. The bread, which is baked at each location, was developed for Blimpie by General Mills, according to Blimpie...
Sometimes it seems like diet trends fluctuate more often than your weight--with even more dramatic highs and lows. Here's a look back at some of the past year's best and worst trends, along with our expert predictions about which ones are here to stay and which ones will fall by...
Whole-grain cereals are gaining shelf space at drug stores as consumers become more aware of the benefit of adding whole-grain foods to their diets. With some new products claiming health benefits, there may even be opportunities for drug retailers to cross-merchandise these products in new ways. The low-carb...
FARMINGTON HILLS, MICH. -- Buddy's Pizza, based here, recently made the switch to trans-fat-free oil products in its six full-service restaurants and three carry-out locations. The company said its introduction of trans-fat-free oil is in line with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's nutrition recommendations for adults and children...
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