Waist-to-height ratio may best BMI in predicting life span Data presented at the European Congress on Obesity showed that a person's waist-to-height ratio is more closely associated with mortality risk than BMI is, suggesting that it may be a better tool for predicting life expectancy and health risks in patients. Researchers found life expectancy in people with the highest waist-to-height ratios was 17 years below average. "If you are measuring waist-to-height ratio you are getting a much earlier [prediction] that something is going wrong, and then you can do something about it," said researcher Margaret Ashwell, who noted the approach also works for children. The Telegraph (London) (tiered subscription model) (5/14) | White vegetables are important nutrient source, RD says Popular diet advice includes eating healthy foods in a variety of colors, but registered dietitian Bonnie Taub-Dix writes that research shows white vegetables, such as potatoes, turnips and cauliflower, also have nutritional value. She notes that potatoes are high in potassium and fiber and can be paired with low-fat toppings and other veggies for lunch or a dinner side dish. U.S. News & World Report/Eat + Run blog (5/16) Washington, D.C., to put calorie counts on vending-machine drinks Washington, D.C., Mayor Vincent Gray says the city will participate in the Calories Count Vending Program, which will put calorie labels on vending-machine drinks sold in city buildings. City Councilwoman Mary Cheh said she questions the motivation of the American Beverage Association program, and has introduced legislation to require 30% of foods in city-run vending machines be healthy and 30% of drinks be water or 100% fruit juice. The Examiner (Washington, D.C.) (5/16) Other News  | Register Now: IBM X-Force®Evolving Threat Events
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 | Study links easy fast-food access to higher BMI in blacks Blacks living in areas with easy access to fast-food restaurants showed higher BMIs than those in communities without such chains nearby, a study on the website of the American Journal of Public Health revealed. Researchers also noted a 2.4% decrease in participants' BMI for every additional mile between their homes and the closest fast-food chain. HealthDay News (5/16) | Getting fit in middle age may prevent heart failure later in life Getting physically fit in middle age was associated with a lower risk of developing heart failure later in life, a study found. Researchers followed more than 9,000 people for 18 years and found that those who weren't fit during the start of the study but became physically fit later on were less likely to develop heart failure in the future than those whose fitness did not improve. The findings were to be presented at a meeting of the American Heart Association. HealthDay News (5/15) | | Institutional Foodservice | | Lemon olive oil cake with blueberry compote This luscious dessert is perfect for spring. Meal Makeover Moms |  | White vegetables are nutrient powerhouses, so it's time to make room on your plate alongside their colorful counterparts." | | Please contact one of our specialists for advertising opportunities, editorial inquiries, job placements, or any other questions. | | Publisher, Food & Beverage: Chris Warne P: 646.462.4647 | | | | |
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