#29
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 10:58:11 -0500
From: Susan Wooley <swooley@ASHAWEB.ORG>
Subject: 2005 ASHA Conference Program Applications - Deadline 1 month away!
Program applications are available for the:
79th Annual American School Health Association Conference
October 19 - 22, 2005
Hilton Burbank Airport & Convention Center
Burbank, California
Program applications - in PDF or RTF format - are available on the ASHA web site
<http://www.ashaweb.org/annual_conferences.html>
www.ashaweb.org/annual_conferences.html The conference theme is "Supersize
Prevention: Obesity, Diabetes and Other Critical Issues."
Application deadline: February 11, 2005.
We invite you to submit a program application and join us in learning about the
latest developments in identifying the causes of the obesity, diabetes and other
health problems among children and youth with a focus on effective prevention
strategies and practical approaches to school-based prevention.
Other conference topics will emphasize the components of coordinated school
health.
For more information, contact Mary Bamer Ramsier, <mailto:mbramsi@ashaweb.org>
mbramsi@ashaweb.org
Mary Bamer Ramsier, Meeting Planner
American School Health Association
7263 State Route #43 / Box 708
Kent, OH 44240-0708
330.678.1601 x127 330.678.4526 (fax)
<mailto:mbramsi@ashaweb.org> mbramsi@ashaweb.org Please visit our web site for
more information on conferences, publications, and membership:
<http://www.ashaweb.org/> www.ashaweb.org
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#30
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 11:28:46 -0500
From: "Burwell, Cynthia" <cburwell@NSU.EDU>
Subject: FW: HHS RELEASE--NEW DIETARY GUIDELINES
Listserve collegues,
FYI, New Dietary Guidelines released today. See below.
Cynthia
Cynthia B. Burwell, Ed.D, CHES
Director of Internship Programs
Past-President Mid-Atlantic College Health Assn.
Norfolk State University
Department of Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science 700 Park Ave.,
Echols Hall rm 165 Norfolk, VA, 23504
ph: (757) 823-9494
fax: (757) 823-9412
Email: cburwell@nsu.edu
-----Original Message-----
From: US Dept of HHS: Press Releases, Other Info [mailto:HHSPRESS@LIST.NIH.GOV]
On Behalf Of Henneghan, Martha (HHS/OS)
Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2005 11:09 AM
To: HHSPRESS@LIST.NIH.GOV
Subject: HHS RELEASE--NEW DIETARY GUIDELINES
Date: January 12, 2005
For Release: Immediately
Contact: HHS Press Office
(202) 690-6343
USDA Press Office
(202) 720-4623
Headline: NEW DIETARY GUIDELINES WILL HELP AMERICANS MAKE BETTER FOOD CHOICES,
LIVE HEALTHIER LIVES
HHS Secretary Tommy G. Thompson and Agriculture Secretary Ann M. Veneman today
announced the release of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005, the federal
government's science-based advice to promote health and reduce risk of chronic
diseases through nutrition and physical activity.
The sixth edition of Dietary Guidelines for Americans places stronger emphasis
on reducing calorie consumption and increasing physical activity.
This joint project of the Departments of Health and Human Services and
Agriculture is the latest of the five-year reviews required by federal law.
It is the basis of federal food programs and nutrition education programs and
supports the nutrition and physical fitness pillars of President Bush's
HealthierUS Initiative.
"These new Dietary Guidelines represent our best science-based advice to help
Americans live healthier and longer lives," Secretary Thompson said.
"The report gives action steps to reach achievable goals in weight control,
stronger muscles and bones, and balanced nutrition to help prevent chronic
diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Promoting good
dietary habits is key to reducing the growing problems of obesity and physical
inactivity, and to gaining the health benefits that come from a nutritionally
balanced diet."
"The new Dietary Guidelines highlight the principle that Americans should keep
their weight within healthful limits and engage in ample physical activity,"
said Secretary Veneman. "The process we used to develop these recommendations
was more rigorous and more transparent than ever before.
Taken together, the recommendations will help consumers make smart choices from
every food group, get the most nutrition out of the calories consumed and find a
balance between eating and physical activity."
Eating a healthy balance of nutritious foods continues as a central point in the
Dietary Guidelines, but balancing nutrients is not enough for health.
Total calories also count, especially as more Americans are gaining weight.
Because almost two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese, and more than
half get too little physical activity, the 2005 Dietary Guidelines place a
stronger emphasis on calorie control and physical activity.
The Dietary Guidelines, based on the latest scientific information including
medical knowledge, provides authoritative advice for people two years and older
about how proper dietary habits can promote health and reduce risk for major
chronic diseases. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines were prepared in three stages. In
the first, a 13-member Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee prepared a report
based on the best available science. In the second stage, government scientists
and officials developed the Dietary Guidelines after reviewing the advisory
committee's report and agency and public comments.
In the third stage, experts worked to translate the Dietary Guidelines into
meaningful messages for the public and educators.
The report identifies 41 key recommendations, of which 23 are for the general
public and 18 for special populations.
They are grouped into nine general topics:
· Adequate Nutrients Within Calorie Needs
· Weight Management
· Physical Activity
· Food Groups to Encourage
· Fats
· Carbohydrates
· Sodium and Potassium
· Alcoholic Beverages
· Food Safety
The Dietary Guidelines provide health education experts, such as doctors and
nutritionists, with a compilation of the latest science-based recommendations.
Consumer-friendly materials such as brochures and Web sites will assist the
general public in understanding the scientific language of the 2005 Dietary
Guidelines and the key points that they can apply in their lives. To highlight
those points, a consumer-oriented
brochure accompanies the 2005 Dietary Guidelines. USDA's Food Guidance
System also will serve as a tool to educate consumers on the Dietary
Guidelines for Americans. The Food Guidance System, currently called the
Food Guide Pyramid, is undergoing revision and will be released in the spring of
2005.
The 2005 Dietary Guidelines and consumer brochure are available at
www.healthierus.gov/dietaryguidelines.
Following is a list of key recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines.
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2005 DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS
Key Recommendations for the General Population
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
· To maintain body weight in a healthy range, balance calories from
foods and beverages with calories expended.
· To prevent gradual weight gain over time, make small decreases in
food and beverage calories and increase physical activity.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
· Engage in regular physical activity and reduce sedentary activities
to promote health, psychological well-being, and a healthy body weight.
· To reduce the risk of chronic disease in adulthood: Engage in at
least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity, above usual activity,
at work or home on most days of the week.
· For most people, greater health benefits can be obtained by engaging
in physical activity of more vigorous intensity or longer duration.
· To help manage body weight and prevent gradual, unhealthy body
weight gain in adulthood: Engage in approximately 60 minutes of moderate- to
vigorous-intensity activity on most days of the week while not exceeding caloric
intake requirements.
· To sustain weight loss in adulthood: Participate in at least 60 to
90 minutes of daily moderate-intensity physical activity while not exceeding
caloric intake requirements. Some people may need to consult with a healthcare
provider before participating in this level of activity.
· Achieve physical fitness by including cardiovascular conditioning,
stretching exercises for flexibility, and resistance exercises or calisthenics
for muscle strength and endurance.
ADEQUATE NUTRIENTS WITHIN CALORIE NEEDS
· Consume a variety of nutrient-dense foods and beverages within and
among the basic food groups while choosing foods that limit the intake of
saturated and trans fats, cholesterol, added sugars, salt, and alcohol.
· Meet recommended intakes within energy needs by adopting a balanced
eating pattern, such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Guide or
the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Eating Plan.
FOOD GROUPS TO ENCOURAGE
· Consume a sufficient amount of fruits and vegetables while staying
within energy needs. Two cups of fruit and 2½ cups of vegetables per day
are recommended for a reference 2,000-calorie intake, with higher or lower
amounts depending on the calorie level.
· Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables each day. In particular,
select from all five vegetable subgroups (dark green, orange, legumes, starchy
vegetables, and other vegetables) several times a week.
· Consume 3 or more ounce-equivalents of whole-grain products per day,
with the rest of the recommended grains coming from enriched or whole-grain
products. In general, at least half the grains should come from whole grains.
· Consume 3 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat milk or equivalent
milk products.
FOOD SAFETY
To avoid microbial foodborne illness:
· Clean hands, food contact surfaces, and fruits and vegetables. Meat
and poultry should not be washed or rinsed to avoid spreading bacteria to other
foods.
· Separate raw, cooked, and ready-to-eat foods while shopping,
preparing, or storing foods.
· Cook foods to a safe temperature to kill microorganisms.
· Chill (refrigerate) perishable food promptly and defrost foods
properly.
· Avoid raw (unpasteurized) milk or any products made from
unpasteurized milk, raw or partially cooked eggs or foods containing raw eggs,
or raw or undercooked meat and poultry, unpasteurized juices, and raw sprouts.
FATS
· Consume less than 10 percent of calories from saturated fatty acids
and less than 300 mg/day of cholesterol, and keep trans fatty acid consumption
as low as possible.
· Keep total fat intake between 20 to 35 percent of calories, with
most fats coming from sources of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty
acids, such as fish, nuts, and vegetable oils.
· When selecting and preparing meat, poultry, dry beans, and milk or
milk products, make choices that are lean, low-fat, or fat-free.
· Limit intake of fats and oils high in saturated and/or trans fatty
acids, and choose products low in such fats and oils.
CARBOHYDRATES
· Choose fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, and whole grains often.
· Choose and prepare foods and beverages with little added sugars or
caloric sweeteners, such as amounts suggested by the USDA Food Guide and the
DASH Eating Plan.
· Reduce the incidence of dental caries by practicing good oral
hygiene and consuming sugar- and starch-containing foods and beverages less
frequently.
SODIUM AND POTASSIUM
· Consume less than 2,300 mg (approximately 1 teaspoon of salt) of
sodium per day.
· Choose and prepare foods with little salt. At the same time,
consume potassium-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
· Those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so sensibly
and in moderation -- defined as the consumption of up to one drink per day for
women and up to two drinks per day for men.
· Alcoholic beverages should not be consumed by some individuals,
including those who cannot restrict their alcohol intake, women of childbearing
age who may become pregnant, pregnant and lactating women, children and
adolescents, individuals taking medications that can interact with alcohol, and
those with specific medical conditions.
· Alcoholic beverages should be avoided by individuals engaging in
activities that require attention, skill, or coordination, such as driving or
operating machinery.
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#31
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 09:23:12 -0800
From: Mark Fulop <fulopm@NWREL.ORG>
Subject: A man-made tsunami
I heard an interview today on the radio by Terry Jones and was jolted back to
how we have such selective empathy. And since the theme of horrendous death and
public health have been discussed on this list episodically, I thought I would
post a link to Jones's most recent commentary in the UK Guardian as food for
thought:
Jones starts with...
"I am bewildered by the world reaction to the tsunami tragedy. Why are
newspapers, television and politicians making such a fuss? Why has the British
public forked out more than £100m to help the survivors, and why is Tony Blair
now promising "hundreds of millions of pounds"? Why has Australia pledged £435m
and Germany £360m? And why has Mr Bush pledged £187m?
Of course it's wonderful to see the human race rallying to the aid of disaster
victims, but it's the inconsistency that has me foxed. Nobody is making this
sort of fuss about all the people killed in Iraq, and yet it's a human
catastrophe of comparable dimensions."
See the full commentary: http://www.guardian.co.uk/comment/story/0,,1387399,00.html
M
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Mark P. Fulop, MA, MPH
Portland, OR
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#32
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 11:56:43 -0600
From: Michael Pejsach <healthedman@COX.NET>
Subject: Breakfast INVITATION FOR LOUISIANA Health Ed- HELP!
Dear Friends,
Louisiana/Louisiana-area health educators, I need your help. Read on.
As you may know, on February 11, 2001, I opened World Academy of Martial Arts,
now known as Red Phoenix Martial Arts, Inc.
Red Phoenix Martial Arts is one of only a few full time New Orleans-area martial
arts/karate programs, featuring comprehensive health and physical education. We
are the only school in the metro area with educators who have more than just a
black belt. We know how to teach. At Red Phoenix Martial Arts we help develop
the whole person as our curriculum focuses on health, confidence,
self-discipline, self-control, focus and character. Our specialty is pre-K and
children with ADD and ADHD.
Students and parents alike have applauded Red Phoenix Martial Arts since its
inception. Below are a few quotes from parents.
I think putting Jamie in Red Phoenix Martial Arts has done a world of good for
her. Its made a big difference in her life.
Ms. L. J.
Dr Michael said that the improvements I was hoping for would take a minimum of
three months. My husband and I, and even Grays teachers, say that improvements
have been see in the last month!
Ms. M. R.
Its the best thing we ever did for our kids.
Mr. S. L.
One of the marketing tools I have used to grow the attendance at Red Phoenix is
Business Networking International (BNI). BNI is a business and professional
networking organization that allows one person per profession to join a chapter.
In Louisiana there are currently 35 chapters. The mission of BNI is to increase
its members business through a positive referral based marketing program.
On January 20, 2005, I will conduct a 10-minute presentation in my front of my
chapter peers. The goal of the presentation is to have chapter members gain a
better understanding of myself and Red Phoenix Martial Arts. More specifically,
as a result of the presentation, chapter members will be better able to refer
business for the school and make personal introductions on my behalf .
This is where I need your help. On Thursday, January 20 2005, I need to ask for
your attendance at my presentation. As someone who has a working knowledge of
health and/or physical education, and its impact on the well being of our
community, you can support me as well as learn more about Red Phoenix Martial
Arts unique features and benefits, and/or learn how you can help me get the
message out into the community.
Here are the details:
Thursday, January 20, 2005
8:00 am (SHARP) Meeting Start Time
Breakfast is included and is my treat (free parking- hotel front desk will
validate your ticket).
Doubletree Hotel, Causeway Blvd., Lakeshore Room 2
Thank you in advance for our cooperation. I look forward to seeing you on
January 20th at 8:00 am. Please RSVP by January 13, to drmichael@redphoenixmartialarts.com,
or by calling me at 504-885-4254.
Wishing you the very best, I am,
Sincerely,
Michael Pejsach
Michael Pejsach, Ed.D.
Red Phoenix Martial Arts/Life&Health Enhancement Services
4636 W. Esplanade Avenue
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 885-4254
COMING SOON: Health Education Hall Of Fame Induction Meeting 2005, for 2003
and 2004 Inductees.
"Health Education Hall of Fame Luncheon in New Orleans."
Live Health and Martial Arts Classes:
http://68.14.193.241:8060/webcam.html
Health and Martial Arts Cruises:
http://healthbehavior.com/ytb1.html
WARNNG: Don't trust Apple Computer!
http://healthbehavior.com/APPLECOMPUTERisaBADAPPLE.shtml
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#33
Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2005 17:29:47 -0500
From: Nancy Eichner <neichner@GWU.EDU>
Subject: New Dietary Guidelines Stress Reduced Calorie Consumption
CHHCS News Alert - 01/12/05
New Dietary Guidelines Stress Reduced Calorie Consumption:
Taking notice of the fact that almost two-thirds of Americans are overweight or
obese, the federal government today released the sixth edition of Dietary
Guidelines for Americans, with stronger emphasis on reducing calorie consumption
and increasing physical activity.
<http://www.healthinschools.org/2005/jan12_alert.asp>
http://www.healthinschools.org/2005/jan12_alert.asp
Nancy Eichner
Senior Program Manager
The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools=20 1350 Connecticut Ave. NW
#505 Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 466-3396
Fax: (202) 466-3467
www.healthinschools.org=20
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