All Health articles – Page 93
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ArticleContaminated cabbages discovered in Singapore
Readings taken from some cabbages imported to Singapore from Japan have shown radiation levels up to nine times the level recommended for international trade
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ArticleEC confirms School Fruit Scheme funding
Allocations for 2011/12 academic year show the UK, Sweden and Finland are only EU countries not set to participate
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ArticleJapan radiation fears may boost NZ exports
Vegetable exports from New Zealand to Japan and other Asian markets may rise as buyers shun Japanese products over radiation fears
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ArticleProgress made on School Fruit Scheme
A meeting hosted by the EC confirmed that the scheme is well underway in most member states, reaching some 5m school children
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ArticleUSDA funding move applauded
News that the USDA is to provide US$158m in funding for school produce programme is welcomed by United Fresh
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ArticleDisney to expand produce offer
Disney reveals strategy to launch more healthy, family-friendly fresh fruit and vegetable options for North American consumers
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ArticleIndia investigates pesticide levels
India has instigated research into the levels of toxic chemicals present on vegetables sold on the domestic market
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ArticleLoBue launches child-friendly mandarins
New Ribbitz brand designed to encourage healthy snacking among children
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ArticleFreshfel launches produce info website
Enjoyfresh.eu is designed to provide consumers with a range of information on the positive impact of fruit and vegetables
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EU consumption disappoints
Fresh produce consumption in the EU is on a worrying downward trend, according to new figures from Freshfel.
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ArticleChicago is new Salad Bar star
Donation from Chiquita and United Fresh fosters healthy eating habits for some 410,000 school children in Chicago
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ArticleHope for UK hospital food
Despite a new poll chastising hospital food in the UK, many hospitals are now looking to source locally and boost their organic offering
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ArticleSpinach 'really can make you strong'
Cartoon character Popeye’s claims about vegetable’s health benefits may have substance, says new study
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ArticleNew US dietary guidelines announced
Industry representatives applaud recommendation of consuming half a plate of fruits and vegetables with every meal
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ArticleSoil Association urges GM honesty
The UK's Soil Association has called for an honest debate about the failures of genetically modified food
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Eight-a-day is the new five
Consumers are being urged to step up fresh produce consumption to eight portions a day following Oxford University led research.
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ArticleWalmart takes healthier turn
The retailer unveils a major new initiative aimed at encouraging more affordable, healthy consumption in the US
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ArticleFresh produce 'boosts heart health'
A new study has backed the link between increased fruit and vegetable consumption and a reduced risk of heart disease
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Fresh Produce Forum celebrates 30 years
The opening conference event before Fruit Logistica focuses on the value of food in the discount era
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ArticleMcDonald’s expands fruit offer
Available all day at each of the firm's 14,000 US-based restaurants, the new Fruit & Maple Oatmeal features half a cup of fruit