| Schools remind parents of reduced-cost meals
Collier County's public school district is reminding parents and guardians that reduced-price breakfasts and lunches are available at each public school. The price of lunch in the elementary schools is $1.85 and in the secondary schools is $2.10. Breakfast for students at all grade levels is $1. Low-income families and those faced with difficult financial situations may be eligible to receive school meals either free or at a reduced price and their child's meal status will be confidential. To find out if a child qualifies, visit www.collier.k12.fl.us/foodservice/frlunch/ and click on the "Income Chart" link on the left side. If you qualify, print the online meal application, full in the requested information and mail the completed application to: The Department of Nutrition Services, 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, FL 34109.
Bills in Olympia tied to menu labeling
A state Senate committee is scheduled to hear a trio of bills Thursday that could impact the number of Washington restaurants required to share nutrition information with customers, or delay the program's Aug. 1 start date. Last summer, King County's health board voted to require all chain eateries with 10 or more outlets nationwide to specify the amount of calories, carbohydrates, fats and sodium within each item that stays on the menu for 60 days. By Aug. 1, affected restaurants must list the information in menus or on the menu board. Many restaurants object to the requirement, calling it cumbersome and expensive. Health groups, including the American Heart Association, support it as a means of battling the obesity epidemic, since folks eat out more frequently.
Other news: Some products from India could contain lead, KC Health ...
Certain traditional products from India on sale at area ethnic groceries, fragrance and import shops may contain lead, the Kansas City Health Department warns.</p><p>The Food and Drug Administration recalled Raja Foods LLC's SWAD brand products, including Abil, Gulal, Kanku, Kum Kum, Lagan Samagri Kit and Pooja Samagri Kit. Raja recalled its SWAD brand sindoor powder. For more information, call 816-513-6048.</p><p><strong><span class="subhead">HICKMAN MILLS | School district shows heart</span></strong></p><p>Grennan Sims, nutrition-education coordinator for the Hickman Mills School District, recently presented the American Heart Association $1,150. The money was collected during the district's “Wear Red” campaign Feb.1.</p><p>Many staff members wore red to raise awareness of heart disease, especially in women.
Recipe of the Day
In medium saucepan, bring milk and salt to a gentle boil. (Watch carefully.) Stir in oats, cranberries and maple syrup. Return to a boil; reduce heat to medium.Cook 1 minute for quick oats, 5 minutes for old fashioned oats or until most of milk is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Let stand until desired consistency. Stir in wheat germ.Spoon oatmeal into four cereal bowls. Drizzle with additional syrup, if desired.Serve with milk or yogurt, if desired.Makes 4 servings.MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: In 3-quart microwaveable bowl, combine all ingredients except wheat germ. Microwave on high 6 to 7 minutes for quick oats and 9 to 10 minutes for old fashioned oats or until most of liquid is absorbed. Let stand until desired consistency. Stir in wheat germ.NUTRITION INFORMATION: 1/4 of recipe: Calories 360, Calories From Fat 30, Total Fat 3.5g, Saturated Fat 0.5g, Cholesterol less than 5mg, Sodium 90mg, Total Carbohydrates 70g, Dietary Fiber 5g, Protein 15g.– Family Features .
Author wants San Antonians to get fit
A San Antonio fitness buff and author is taking his message public this month, launching a campaign to get more people to make exercise part of their daily routine. Bob Brinkmann is a man on a mission, and he practices what he preaches. After a lifelong love affair with fitness and 20 years in the Army, he wrote the book "Fitness Timer," a daily log and manual to keep exercise top of mind. It has information on everything from strength training to nutrition. "I do believe very strongly in health and fitness," Brinkmann said. "I like everyone around me to be fit. I find that people are happier and they can do a lot more activities, not only as a family, but individually as well." Brinkmann has partnered with local gyms like Lifetime Fitness and Sports and Nutrition stores.
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.
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.
Livestock expo set next week
The second International Animal Health Genetics and Nutrition Congress (INAHGEN 2008) will be held on February 27 to 29 at the SM X Convention Center located at the SM Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City, Metro Manila. Also dubbed as the Asean Farmers Congress, INAHGEN 2008 is under the auspices of the Philippine Veterinary Drug Association (PVDA) and the Philippine Swine Industry Research and Development Foundation, Inc. Exhibit doors will open to the public on February 27 with more than 130 local and foreign exhibitors. The trade show will showcase the latest trends and innovations, particularly in swine and poultry products, information, services and equipment. There will be special focus on animal health, genetics and untrition. Invited conference and seminar speakers will talk about the latest research findings, commercial results, breeding technologies, medications and other interesting topics.
Keep Unborn Baby Healthy: Dos and Don'ts
Although there is no way to guarantee that your baby will be born 100 percent healthy, expecting mothers can take certain steps to reduce the risk of some physical and intellectual abnormalities. The National Women's Health Information Center and AVSC International, an organization that promotes reproductive health care worldwide, give some tips for pregnant women: Visit a health-care provider in the first trimester of your pregnancy, and then at regular intervals until you give birth. Contact your insurance provider or, if you don't have one, contact your local family or social services for health insurance options. Eat healthy foods. Your doctor may instruct you with some specific nutrition guidelines. Get regular physical activity.
Police Bust Super Bowl Betting Pool
Police made a gambling bust in Far West Bexar County Friday morning.According to San Antonio Police Department Vice Unit Coordinator Lieutenant Mike Gorhum, they received information that an illegal Super Bowl gambling pool was being circulated by an Northside School District employee.Detectives followed up on the tip and obtained enough information to obtain search warrants. Those warrants were executed Friday morning at a home in 4400 block of Tamaron Knoll, near the Bexar County/Medina County line and at the NISD Child Nutrition Warehouse at 7500 Mainland Drive.Officers seized approximately $20,000 in cash, numerous betting numbers related to the gambling pool, and computers during their search.Lt. Gorhum said possible criminal charges that may be filed range from organized crime to Class C gambling.
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