All Health articles – Page 100

  • Mariann Fischer Boel: delighted
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    EU enthusiastic for school fruit scheme

    2009-06-17T12:14:47Z

    Member states in the EU have taken a huge step to ensuring a healthy future for their citizens after signing up to the pan-European free fruit and vegetables scheme and increasing the budget for the project.

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    Incredible Edibles hit Republic

    2009-06-16T11:01:01Z

    Irish horticulture minister Trevor Sargent has praised the Incredible Edibles initiative, set up to encourage schoolchildren to grow their own fresh produce and award more than €10,000 (£8,600) in educational funds.

  • Tomato health pill questioned
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    Tomato health pill questioned

    2009-06-01T11:52:22Z

    A new health pill that uses tomatoes to prevent heart disease and strokes has been questioned by the industry, which claims that fresh offers a better option.

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    Health research cites grapes

    2009-04-20T17:01:02Z

    New studies conducted in the US have unearthed further evidence that grapes are a natural remedy for two illnesses.

  • Bananas have become too expensive according to caterer MetroFresh
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    Bananas dumped from school menu

    2009-04-19T11:01:02Z

    Bananas have been ostracised from school dinner menus at a school in Wigan amid fears from the local council is ignoring nutrition.

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    Fears over fruit and veg allergies

    2009-04-18T11:01:01Z

    The number of people struck by allergies to fruit and vegetables has rocketed rapidly, according to a specialist.

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    JR Holland selected for Isafruit

    2009-04-01T13:01:01Z

    JR Holland Food Services has been selected as an official provider for Isafruit, the European scheme for provision of free fruit in the workplace.

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    Sensory strawbs win out

    2009-03-16T12:01:01Z

    US researchers have confirmed that the sensory quality of strawberries plays a strong influence on consumer preferences, as a result of a complex balance of sweetness, aroma, texture and appearance.

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    Somerset unveils healthy-eating DVD

    2009-03-13T12:01:01Z

    Somerset County Council has launched a new DVD, called Kick Starting Health: Working together for the Future of Somerset’s Children, to promote healthy eating and exercise among children, families and schools in the county.

  • Monty Don
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    National Trust launches grow-your-own plan

    2009-03-04T16:47:17Z

    Controversial gardener Monty Don has welcomed the National Trust’s announcement that it will create 1,000 new allotment plots on its land over the next three years as “enlightened”.

  • Apples provide breast cancer hope
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    Apples provide breast cancer hope

    2009-02-25T10:01:01Z

    Apple extract could be the key in catching breast cancer tumours before they spread, according to new research carried out in America.

  • Mr Fruitness recaps after three years
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    Mr Fruitness recaps after three years

    2009-02-12T11:01:01Z

    Italian fresh produce players have taken stock of their three-year Fruitness - enjoy it! project aimed at encouraging children to eat more fruit and vegetables, now that it has reached its conclusion.

  • Obama's personal consumption will be studied closely
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    Obama waves world health wand

    2009-02-05T10:01:01Z

    As the eyes of the world scrutinise new US president Barack Obama, reports suggest he may prove crucial in the worldwide success of fresh produce and healthy eating.

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    Free fruit launch in Durham

    2009-01-17T10:01:02Z

    Durham County Council employees are receiving free fruit at work as part of a study run by the EU Isafruit project.

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    Apple addictions may prevent asthmatic babies

    2009-01-09T14:01:01Z

    In a new twist to the age-old ‘apple a day’ adage a study has shown that pregnant women who often eat apples during their pregnancy may protect their newborns from asthma.

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    Antioxidants show no cancer prevention signs

    2009-01-08T10:01:01Z

    Antioxidant supplements often used by health food shops do not reduce your risk of developing cancer, according to a trial involving more than 7,500 women.

  • Orange juice is losing the battle for breakfast-affection
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    Exotic juice pips classic orange

    2009-01-07T10:01:02Z

    The traditional British breakfast glass of orange juice is being spurned by early-risers in favour of more exotic flavours.

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    Fruit and veg can prevent breast cancer recurrence

    2009-01-06T13:01:01Z

    Breast cancer survivors who consume fresh fruit and vegetables can cut their chances of a tumour relapse by up to a third, a study revealed.

  • Christmas cheer runs out for those taken ill
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    Brits risk poisoning for turkey treats

    2008-12-23T17:01:01Z

    One in five people will risk food poisoning this year by eating old turkey leftovers, according to a survey by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

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    Brits dreaming of good health

    2008-12-19T09:26:44Z

    By James Gripper