School Lunches - Safely Making the Grade

(NAPSI)-Knowing the ABCs of food safety can help parents provide a safer and more nutritious lunch.

Here are some pointers from the National Food Processors Association:

A: Avoid cross-contamination when preparing food. Do not use the same utensils for raw meats and other products.

When preparing lunch, be sure to refrigerate items such as tuna, cold cuts, egg salad and any type of dairy products. Consult food labels to make sure foods are stored at the proper temperature.

Five Cleaning Tips to Combat Seasonal Allergies

(NAPSI) - Dust and dirt have taken over many American homes during the past few months. Cleaning is key to help combat seasonal allergies. Since rodents are known to aggravate allergies and asthma, don't forget to check for signs that rats and mice have invaded your home. An estimated 21 million homes are invaded by rodents each year-and in that one year, a single pair of mice can produce more than 15,000 descendents.

Rodents need food, water and shelter in order to survive. Follow these Top 5 Tips by home improvement expert, Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini to help keep your home rodent free:

1. Give your home a good sweep -Clean your house from basement to attic, making sure you tackle those tiny corners and hard-to-reach spaces. Always wash dishes and wipe down counters immediately after use.

2. Clean up with bleach-Bleach is a great antiseptic that can kill the bacteria that rodents may have left behind. Mix one part bleach to 10 parts water and wipe down your kitchen counters, cabinets and drawers.

Chinese Diet Can Keep Heart Healthy

Researchers say westernized Chinese are moving away from the traditional diet rich in vegetables and green tea and instead adopting the typical American diet that contains larger amounts of animal fats - a dietary shift that may be increasing their risk of heart disease and stroke.

The study was presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Atlanta. Villagers in Pan Yu, a town in Guangdong Province in southern China, emphasize the traditional Chinese diet of vegetables, rice and green tea, said Dr. Kam Woo, professor and consultant cardiologist at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Men Growing Old, Gracefully

Esquire magazine's September issue has a new guide to growing old gracefully, the London Daily Mail reports, and it says men over 30 should never be caught with their underwear above their waistband.

Men older than 30 also should never stay in bed past 11 a.m., unless they are sick or on vacation "with the lads," the guide says.

10 Reasons to Keep Kids Off Soda

1. Soda contains no nutrients, and is high in calories and sugar. Studies show a strong link between soda consumption and childhood obesity.

2. Soda suppresses the appetite so kids are less likely to eat nourishing foods. Soda drinkers are less likely to get the recommended levels of vitamin A, calcium, and magnesium.

3. Phosphorus, a common ingredient in soda, can deplete bones of calcium. Girls who drink more soda are more prone to broken bones. Doctors are becoming concerned about the health impact of carbonated beverage consumption on teenaged girls.

4. Studies show a direct link between tooth decay and soda. Not only does the sugar cause cavities, the acids in soda etch off tooth enamel. Acid can begin to dissolve tooth enamel in only 20 minutes. Dentists are reporting complete loss of the enamel on the front teeth in teenaged boys and girls who habitually drink sodas.

School Lunches - Safely Making the Grade

Five Cleaning Tips to Combat Seasonal Allergies

Chinese Diet Can Keep Heart Healthy

Men Growing Old, Gracefully

10 Reasons to Keep Kids Off Soda

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