News on Health and Nutrition from the United States

March 16, 2011

US consumer attitude towards potatoes back to pre-Atkins levels

Tim O'Connor, United States Potato Board president and CEO, discusses the good news about consumer attitudes and potato consumption at the USPB's annual meeting.

March 15, 2011

NPC launches website potatoesinschools.com to defend potato in school lunch

The US National Potato Council (NPC) has launched a new website to help defend the Potato in School Lunch.

Sigamos consumiendo papas en las escuelas

March 15, 2011

NPC inaugura sitio web para defender el consumo de papa en las escuelas

El Consejo Nacional de la Papa de los Estados Unidos (NPC, por sus siglas en ingles) ha lanzado un nuevo sitio web para defender el consumo de papa en las escuelas. El objetivo del sitio es informarle mejor al público y proveerle de un mecanismo de fá...

February 24, 2011

First 21 potato recipes published at 20potatoesaday.com

After Chris Voigt’s successful 60 days of nothing but potatoes, he promised a series of healthy and tasty potato recipes. The Washington State Potato Commission now has posted the first 21 recipes.

February 14, 2011

Food Industry Whistleblowers Promised Protection Under New Safety Law

The new (US) federal food safety law has gotten plenty of attention for provisions that aim to protect the public from foodborne illnesses. But a little-noticed section of the law that is supposed to protect workers at food companies who blow the whistle on their employers may — if it is effectively enforced — also prove to be significant for consumers.

February 10, 2011

Washington State Potato Comission asks state lawmakers to act

After serving up samples of their favorite tuber at the Capitol, officials of the Washington Potato Commission asked state senators for help in getting the attention of the USDA over a popular program aimed at mothers and children.

February 07, 2011

Making the case for French Fries

During the Potato Expo, Frank van Schaayk (Regional CEO United States and South America McCain Foods) introduced the Alliance for Potato Research and Education in his presentation titled 'French Fries, Re-imagined'

February 07, 2011

NPPGA: Proposed School Lunch Changes Could Have Unintended Consequences

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing to change the nutritional guidelines for the school lunch program that would restrict students to just one cup of certain vegetables per week.

February 02, 2011

Salty foods may restrict blood vessels from widening

A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that consuming salty foods may impair the ability of blood vessels to widen.

February 01, 2011

USPB: Pass the Potatoes! New 2010 Dietary Guidelines Support the Role of Potatoes in a Healthy Diet

Potato lovers, rejoice! Yesterday, the Department of Health and Human Services and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the release of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

February 01, 2011

Las nuevas guías alimentarias del Consejo Americano de la papa apoyan el papel de las papas en una dieta saludable

Los amantes de la papa están contentos! Ayer, el Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos y el Departamento de Agricultura (USDA) anunciaron el lanzamiento de la 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Un fuerte énfasis se hace en...

January 31, 2011

New Dietary guidelines for Americans announced

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Kathleen Sebelius today announced the release of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

January 25, 2011

Microwave Popcorn Lung Prevention Rules Expanded by OSHA

Federal safety regulators say that some substitutes for the chemical diacetyl, believed to cause a condition known as microwave popcorn lung disease in food manufacturing workers, may also be linked to the potentially deadly ailment.

Nutrition Keys calories only version (for small packs)

January 25, 2011

Nutrition Keys: New Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labeling initiative of the US Food Industry

America’s leading food and beverage manufacturers and retailers today announced the launch of Nutrition Keys, a new voluntary front of pack nutrition labeling system that will help busy consumers make informed choices when they shop.

January 24, 2011

FDA expects to issue menu-labeling proposal for restaurant chains by March 23, 2011

The Food and Drug Administration indicated Jan. 21 that it will officially withdraw Aug. 25, 2010, "draft guidance"for restaurants on how to follow new federal menu-labeling rules.

January 21, 2011

McCain Foods USA joins efforts to increase availability of Healthy School Meals

A new multi-industry voluntary agreement announced today by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation brings together leading food manufacturers, group purchasing organizations and technology companies to help America’s schools serve healthier meals at more affordable prices.

Michelle Obama at Walmart healthier foods announcement

January 20, 2011

Walmart Launches Major Initiative to Make Food Healthier and Healthier Foods More Affordable

At an event today in Washington, D.C., Walmart, the nation’s largest grocer, unveiled a comprehensive effort to provide its customers with healthier and more affordable food choices. The company was joined by First Lady Michelle Obama as it outlined t...

Michelle Obama haciendo el anuncio en las instalaciones de Walmart

January 20, 2011

Wal-Mart lanza iniciativa de gran envergadura para que los alimentos saludables sean más asequibles

En un acto celebrado en la ciudad Washington D.C., Wal-Mart, la mayor tienda de comestibles de la nación, dio a conocer la campaña a través de la cual ofrecerá a sus clientes alimentos saludables en forma más asequible. Esta compañía se unió a la de l...