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1|0|0|kurt|2005/04/28-17:02:31|1|kurt|Juice Appeal News|http://www.juice-appeal.com|Juice Appeal News
2|1|1|kurt|2005/04/28-17:12:00|1|kurt|Juice Appeal on the WWW|http://www.juice-appeal.com|juice-appeal.com is now operational.  \
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3|0|1|kurt|2005/05/13-02:44:04|1|kurt|Top 10 health and wellness trends for 2005|http://www.nfm-online.com/ASP/articleDisplay.asp?strArticleId=1365&strSite=NFMSite&Screen=HOME|Based on annual research studies of more than 200,000 consumers, the Natural Marketing Institute has identified health and wellness trends for products, consumer attitudes and lifestyle choices.\
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These trends include:\
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   1. The immediacy of health and wellness escalates. Americans show increasing tendencies to seek immediate gratification, especially as it relates to health and wellness. Whether it’s treating an illness or losing weight, the trend is clear—they want it now.\
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   2. The three F’s of food trends: fiber, functionality and fat. With the launch of the government’s new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, increased sales opportunities exist for products with whole grain and fiber. In addition, consumers appear predisposed to choose foods for specific health issues. And look for a new definition of fat, moving from “low/no” products to those containing specific types of fats.\
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   3. Sources of influence become multi-dimensional. Although there are many ways consumer behavior can be influenced, the leading sources are rooted in two concepts—authority and self-discovery. Watch for increased influence from authoritative government agencies and self-discovery sources such as the Internet—both have affected consumer behavior over the past six years.\
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   4. Nutritional supplements: Can new science and new claims revitalize the category? Challenges to the nutritional supplement market are being answered by condition-specific supplements and a blurring of the line with traditional over-the-counter medications. Watch for nonpill delivery systems and new products backed by more scientific and clinical research.\
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   5. The healthy get healthier. Based on NMI’s proprietary model of consumer behavior, it is apparent that Americans are becoming polarized with regard to wellness. The healthiest are getting healthier and the unhealthiest are becoming less healthy. Evidence for the trend is clear—almost 20 million American adults have moved to either end of the health and wellness spectrum during the past four years.\
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   6. From low-carb to slow-carb: a redefinition. The low-carb market has faced trials and tribulations in the last year. In 2005, look for trends that redefine low-carb products, once closely linked with weight loss. Watch for the alignment of low-carb with the diabetic market, concepts related to glycemic index levels and the overall balance of blood sugar levels related to energy management.\
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   7. Reality gaps between what consumers say and what they do. Trends show an increasing gap between consumer attitudes and behavior. Taking multi-vitamins, improving diet regimens, exercising, using environmentally friendly products and improving basic nutrition are all things consumers say are important, but may not actually do. Significant industry opportunities exist to transfer these heightened consumer attitudes into product use.\
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   8. Weight loss: stability, challenges and apathy. After years of increases, the number of obese Americans stabilized in 2004. Beyond the challenge of finding effective weight loss products, watch for new lifestyle approaches targeted to specific consumer segments. It’s important to note that some Americans want to lose weight because of their appearance; others diet to improve their health.\
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   9. Planetary health and wellness: Is it cool to be green? Personal health and wellness continue to be linked to planetary health and wellness. Look for increased consumer interest in environmental/green packaged goods, hybrid vehicles, green building and energy-efficient products.\
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  10. The organic market: finding the real value proposition. Despite double-digit growth for organic foods and beverages, many consumers still don’t understand what “organic” is—particularly the specific benefits of using organics. Watch for growth in nonfood organic categories, such as personal care, apparel, wine/beer and pet care.\
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4|0|1|kurt|2005/05/13-02:46:53|1|kurt|US sent banned corn to Europe for four years|http://news.independent.co.uk/uk/environment/story.jsp?story=630186|All imports of United States corn have been stopped at British ports following the discovery that the US has been illegally exporting a banned GM maize to Europe for the past four years.
5|0|1|kurt|2005/05/13-02:48:17|1|kurt|Benefit of Green Tea, Tea Health and Healthy Organic Tea|http://www.sevencups.com/tea-health-benefits.php|Green Tea and its health benefits have been enjoyed by Asians for many centuries. From early times, green tea has been highly valued for its medicinal uses. Studies into the effects of green tea have progressed far in recent years, and scientific research is now confirming 4,000 years of folklore and medical practice in Asia, that green tea is a key element in achieving and maintaining good health. What Asians have know for centuries about drinking green tea can now benefit the entire world.
6|0|1|kurt|2005/05/13-02:52:54|1|kurt|Eat Fat to Lose Fat |http://wired.com/news/medtech/0,1286,67473,00.html?tw=wn_story_top5|Diets too low in fat may be responsible for stubborn bulges on bellies, thighs and butts, according to a new study.\
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Dieters trying slim down by following extremely low-fat diets may be causing the exact opposite results, according to new research from the Washington University in St. Louis. Eating at least small amounts of dietary fats, such as fish oils, might be a better way to kick-start fat-burning, say researchers. 
7|0|1|kurt|2005/05/13-04:55:41|1|kurt|A Miracle In Wisconsin|http://www.path-to-health.com/AppletonSchoolDistrict.html|In Appleton, Wisconsin, a revolution has occurred. It's taken place in the Central Alternative High School. The kids now behave. The hallways aren't frantic. Even the teachers are happy.\
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The school used to be out of control. Kids packed weapons. Discipline problems swamped the principal's office. But not since 1997. What happened? Did they line every inch of space with cops? Did they spray valium gas in the classrooms? Did they install metal detectors in the bathrooms? Did they build holding cells in the gym?\
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Afraid not. In 1997, a private group called Natural Ovens began installing a healthy lunch program. Huh? Fast-food burgers, fries and burritos gave way to fresh salads, meats "prepared with old-fashioned recipes," and whole grain bread. Fresh fruits were added to the menu. Good drinking water arrived and vending machines were removed.\
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8|0|1|kurt|2005/05/16-22:40:03|1|robin|Coffee Health Risks: For the moderate drinker, coffee is safe says Harvard Women’s Health Watch|http://www.health.harvard.edu/press_releases/coffee_health_risk.htm|( Boston , MA ) Despite 20 years of reassuring research, many people still avoid caffeinated coffee because they worry about its health effects. However, current research reveals that in moderation—a few cups a day—coffee is a safe beverage that may even offer some health benefits. The September issue of Harvard Women's Health Watch  weighs the pros and cons of this popular beverage and eases the concerns of moderate coffee drinkers.\
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9|0|1|kurt|2005/10/24-07:17:42|1|kurt|Vegetarian Diet as Good as Cholesterol Meds, Study Finds|http://news.adventist.org/data/2003/07/1060710967/index.html.en| Eating a vegetarian diet high in soluble fiber and low in saturated fat can reduce cholesterol nearly as much as cholesterol-lowering medication, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association July 23.\
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A medical team, led by Dr. David Jenkins--who introduced the Garden of Eden diet, which includes raw food--found that a plant-based diet reduced LDL cholesterol 28.6 percent after one month. Subjects on a low-fat diet and taking lovastatin, a cholesterol-lowering drug, reduced their cholesterol by 30.9 percent during the same period. \