11 Jul 2011

American Red Cross National Blood Supply Drops to Critically Low Levels

By Theresa Kuhlmann

All eligible blood donors asked to make and keep appointments

PEORIA, Ill. (July 11, 2011) - Due to a critical shortage of donated blood across the nation, the American Red Cross - the single largest supplier of blood products in the United States - is asking eligible donors of all blood types to make an appointment to give blood as soon as possible.

With many donors busy or traveling, and with school out of session where up to 20 percent of donations are made during the academic year, donations have dropped dramatically. In fact, during May and June 2011, while the need for blood products remained steady, donations were at the lowest level the Red Cross has experienced in more than 12 years.

The Red Cross needs blood donors - now more than ever - to roll up a sleeve and give as soon as possible. All blood types are needed, but especially O negative, B negative and A negative. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information.

The American Red Cross has responded to more than 40 major disasters in over 30 states during the past three months - delivering help and hope to people affected by floods, tornadoes and wildfires. But there's another, more personal, kind of disaster which can happen to any of us at any time if we need blood and it's not available.

"As a physician, I have seen firsthand how blood transfusions can truly help save lives," said David C. Mair, M.D., chief medical officer of the Mid-America Blood Services Division of the American Red Cross which provides blood products and specialized laboratory services to more than 326 hospitals in the Midwest and central U.S. "However, a critical blood shortage like the one we're experiencing right now could have a devastating effect on patients whose survival may depend on blood being there when and where needed. Blood donors can help ensure a readily available blood supply locally as well as throughout the country."

A year and a half ago, 15 year old Cora Peters of Princeton, Illinois was diagnosed with stage 4 synovial sarcoma. Since her diagnosis, Cora has gone through three surgeries and countless lifesaving blood product transfusions to replace the blood cells that her body was no longer able to make.

Cora's story highlights the importance of each and every blood donation. Because of that, the Red Cross is reaching out to eligible blood donors, sponsors and community leaders to ask them to recruit blood donors to help meet the needs of patients in communities across the United States.

A blood donor card or driver's license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross

Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation's blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.

Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY

7/11/2011, 11:00 am- 4:00 pm, DHL Global Forwarding, 3100 69th Ave #2, Moline

WHITESIDE COUNTY

7/12/2011, 1:00 pm- 5:15 pm, Old Fulton Fire Station, 912 4th Street, Fulton, IL, Whiteside

7/13/2011, 10:00 am- 2:00 pm, Rock Falls Blood Donation Center, 112 W. Second St., Rock Falls, , IL, Whiteside

7/14/2011, 3:00 pm- 8:00 pm, Fairfield Amish Mennonite School, 29467 425 E. Street, Tampico, , IL, Whiteside

7/15/2011, 11:30 am- 6:00 pm, Sterling National Manufacturing Education Center, 1 First Avenue, Sterling, , IL, Whiteside

7/16/2011, 9:00 am- 1:00 pm, Culver's, 1901 Harley Davidson Drive, Rock Falls, IL, Whiteside

7/16/2011, 10:00 am- 2:00 pm, Army National Guard, 716 Sixth Ave, Rock Falls, IL, Whiteside
11 Jul 2011

$175,000 to the Iowa Department of Public Health

By Grassley Press
WASHINGTON - Senator Chuck Grassley today said that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded a $175,000 grant to the Iowa Department of Public Health.  

   

Distribution of the federal funds is determined by the Department of Health and Human Services.  The award is not an earmark determined by Congress.  According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Iowa will use the funds to conduct an early hearing detection and intervention project.    

   

Each year, local Iowa organizations, colleges and universities, individuals and state agencies apply for competitive grants from the federal government.  The funding is then awarded based on each local organization or individual's ability to meet criteria set by the federal entity administering the funds.  

 

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06 Jul 2011

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation Requiring Child Care Workers SUID, SIDS Prevention Training

By Laurel White

Reforms Will Improve Infant and Newborn Safety Throughout Illinois

NAPERVILLE - July 6, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed legislation to increase the safety of infant and newborn children throughout Illinois. Under House Bill 2099, child care workers who care for newborns and infants will be required to complete regular training on how to prevent sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

"It is important that those who work with our children possess the most up-to-date health and safety information," said Governor Quinn. "This legislation ensures that child care workers in Illinois will continue to provide the highest standard of care."

House Bill 2099 requires all licensed child care facility employees who care for newborns and infants to complete training at least every three years on sudden unexpected infant death (SUID), sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and the safe sleep recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

The bill was an initiative of SIDS of Illinois, an organization of parents who have lost children due to SIDS or SUID and are committed to educating others about preventable infant death. SUID and SIDS are leading causes of death in infants under two years of age, and approximately 20 percent of SIDS deaths occur while the infant is in the care of a non-parental caregiver.

House Bill 2099 was sponsored by Representative Emily McAsey (D-Lockport) and Senator A.J. Wilhelmi (D-Joliet) and takes effect on Jan. 1, 2012.

In July 2010, Governor Quinn signed House Bill 5930, which requires birth hospitals to provide safe sleep information to parents as they leave the hospital. This legislation took effect at the beginning of 2011.

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05 Jul 2011

Independence from Health Care Restrictions

By Elisha Smith

Report examines how Affordable Care Act will revive and sustain small towns, farms and ranches

 

REPORT EMBARGOED UNTIL 6:00 a.m.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Lyons, Nebraska - According to a new report to be released July 6, 2011 by the Center for Rural Affairs, nearly 15 million young adults (19-29 years of age) in America are without health insurance. However, the report estimates that over 12 million of that young adult uninsured population will obtain coverage under provisions of the Affordable Care Act. These provisions are especially important for small towns and rural areas.

A full copy of the embargoed report can be viewed and downloaded immediately at:http://files.cfra.org/pdf/heal th-care-young-adults.pdf  and will remain available after the embargo is lifted.

Members of the media are asked to contact Elisha Smith (elishas@cfra.org or 402.687.2103 ext 1007) to set up interviews.

"Access to affordable, quality health insurance means more young adults can stay, return, or relocate to rural communities," said Alyssa Charney with the Center for Rural Affairs and the author of the report.

The report examines how the Affordable Care Act significantly benefits young adults, specifically those in rural areas, with provisions that include the ability to remain on their parents' policies, the creation of health insurance marketplaces, the elimination of pre-existing conditions, and incentives for employers to provide coverage. 

According to Charney's report, of the approximately 7 million rural residents between 20 and 29 years of age, 600,000 will be eligible to remain on their parents' health insurance until age 26 pursuant to the Affordable Care Act. Nationally it is estimated that 3.4 million young adults will be eligible for coverage under this provision. 

"The Affordable Care Act benefits rural young people in ways that extend well beyond individual health and affordability, because supporting the younger generation means supporting our rural communities for generations to come," explained Charney. 

"The places where young people choose to live, the work they pursue, and the passions they follow shouldn't be decided by limitations on how or where to find health insurance. The Affordable Care Act addresses these limitations," Charney added.

Rural communities are quickly declining in population, with many young adults leaving in search of outside opportunities and benefits. However, it would be incorrect to assume that this migration is driven by a lack of desire to live in rural places.

Forty percent of Americans would prefer to live in a rural area or small town, compared to the less than 20 percent who currently do, according to a survey from the National Association of Realtors. 

The author concludes that access to affordable, quality health insurance means more young adults can stay, return, or relocate to rural communities. Young farmers, entrepreneurs, and rural health care providers not only have much to gain from the Affordable Care Act, but they also have valuable skills and knowledge to contribute to rural communities.

This is the 13th report in a series dealing with how health care reform and the Affordable Care Act will impact rural America. Visit http://www.cfra.org/policy/hea lth-care/research  to review or download earlier Center for Rural Affairs health care reports.

22 Jun 2011

Cooperative Guiding Principles Support Community Well-being

By Joy Venhorst

AMES, Iowa -- Stephen Ronstrom, Sacred Heart Hospital CEO, wanted the healthiest foods available served at the Eau Claire, Wis., hospital. So, in 2008 he gave his hospitality service director the go-ahead to begin buying local food for the institution's kitchen. The directive stemmed from Ronstrom's belief that healthy, fresh, nutritious foods are part of the healing cycle of the patient. He was tired of sending the hospital's money around the country and beyond to truck in food that could be grown and raised better by people in the hospital's own community.

Rick Beckler, Sacred Heart Hospitality Services Director, admits it took a bit of fumbling around to figure out how to work with local producers to get the quantities of product needed by the hospital on an ongoing basis. "I knew I couldn't just show up at the farmers' market and buy 1,500 pounds of ground beef," Beckler said. The other thing he knew was 10 percent of the hospital's food budge twas committed to purchasing local food products. He used that to publicly challenge growers and producers to address this compelling community need and opportunity. As a result of that public challenge a new business, the Producers & Buyers Co-op, rose to meet the need.

Forming the cooperative
In communities across the country, people are working together through cooperatives to get the things they need. From telecommunication, electric and farmer cooperatives in rural areas to housing, organic food and childcare cooperatives in metropolitan areas - cooperatives bring people together to improve their quality of life and financial well-being.

Madeline Schultz, Iowa State University Extension cooperatives specialist, says there are a set of principles that define cooperatives. "Cooperatives have three basic principles that they adhere to - member benefits, member ownership and member control," she said. "When we think about cooperatives, we think about businesses organized for the people that are going to use those products or services."

The Producers & Buyers Co-op in Eau Claire has become a business that produces, processes and delivers nutritious local produce for institutional use, illustrating those principles. With assistance from River Country Resource and Development (RC&D) and Margaret Bau, Wisconsin-USDA Rural Development cooperative development specialist, the Producers & Buyers Co-op was formed using a multi-stakeholder approach with a membership that includes the producers, buyers, processors and local transportation. "This co-op is interesting from so many different perspectives," said Bau. "For example, buyer-members are not mere customers. Buyer-members serve on the board, work on committees concerning product standards, work through fair pricing, and sweat through details of initial product runs."
Through co-op membership, the Producers & Buyers Co-op buyers are part of the learning process about the seasonality of food, the constraints of not having enough processing facilities, crop failures, etc. "If a hospital likes the idea of obtaining locally grown food but isn't willing to put in this extra effort or pay more for high quality food, then local food isn't for them," said Bau. "Cooperatives are all about being in an ongoing relationship with the other co-op members. It is a relationship of equals."

The community benefits
As of September 2010, the Producers & Buyers Co-op had facilitated the purchase and transportation of more than $177,000 of locally grown product from more than 18 producer-members and four processor-members to three buyer-members.

There is growing interest in cooperatives especially among young adults, according to Iowa State's Schultz. "Cooperatives are self-affirming - you see a need and you address that need through the business," she said. "People can make a contribution to their community by becoming involved in cooperatives several ways. They can start a business, become a member or serve on the board of directors."
Folks around Eau Claire recognize the value of the Producers & Buyers Co-op. Member Darrell Lorch of Lorcrest Farms Inc., in Blair, Wis., says having a stable market price allows him to do more long range planning with his farm operation. Sacred Heart's Beckler reports an outpouring of warm compliments on the hospital's food from patients, Meals on Wheels patrons and employees. "We have learned a great deal about our community through the co-op," said Beckler. "The civic engagement has been good on many levels. We are eating healthier and supporting a healthier local economy."

Producers and processors that sign up for the Producers & Buyers Co-op promise to employ growing practices and animal husbandry that's good for the land, good for the animals and good for the people who eat the food. The buyers, in turn agree to pay a price that reflects the cost of producing food that lives up to those standards plus a small profit. Buyers also agree to be flexible if certain products or quantities aren't available when they want them, filling the gaps through other suppliers.

Educational materials about cooperatives online
Schultz said that anyone interested in starting a cooperative, needing to know more about cooperative board of director responsibilities, or wanting to learn about the opportunities associated with cooperatives can easily access information at www.eXtension.org/cooperatives. eXtension is an educational partnership of 76 land-grant universities collaborating with industry experts and the USDA. Information on specific topics is developed by teams of educators from across the country, called communities of practice (CoP).

"Cooperatives is one of about 50 communities of practice publishing on the eXtension website," said Schultz who serves as chair for the CoP. "eXtension is an exciting place for us to be developing and delivering Web-based content on cooperatives because there are so many other topics of interest there."

Schultz said it is the goal of the cooperatives CoP leadership team to bring the best information forward. "Many universities andorganizations have some information about cooperatives available online, but it's often difficult to find," she said. "The leadership team has gathered the best of the best available information and is creating new content where they see unmet needs. We are hoping by using the eXtension platform more people will be able to access this collection of resources."Some cooperative experts believe economically challenging times foster the growth and interest in cooperatives, in part because start-up capital comes from member-investors and because of the civil engagement that is intrinsic to cooperatives. That interest is finding fresh support through models like the Producers & Buyers Co-op in Eau Claire, Wis., and the resources available at eXtension.

Youth and adults can increase their understanding of the cooperative business model; become more engaged as cooperative business members, employees, board directors and managers; and achieve greater economic and social improvements in their communities from the information available at eXtension.

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21 Jun 2011

Grassley, Kohl release report on FDA review of medical device safety

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON - Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa and Senator Herb Kohl of Wisconsin today released a report showing the need for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to enhance its assessment of recalls of medical devices to better mitigate the risk of serious health consequences from defective or unsafe devices.

"The gist of this report is that the FDA can't tell if recalls of high-risk devices were carried out successfully because it lacks criteria for assessing device recalls and doesn't routinely review recall data," Grassley said.  "Recalls are typically voluntary, and patients would be better served if the FDA took a thorough approach to post-market surveillance of medical devices.  Right now, it looks like the FDA is missing an opportunity to proactively identify and address risks presented by unsafe devices.  Doing so would establish greater accountability for patients."

"Unfortunately, weaknesses in FDA's post-marketing surveillance of medical devices identified at a recent Committee on Aging hearing and again here by the GAO demonstrate the clear need to strengthen the post-market monitoring and recall process," Kohl said.

Grassley and Kohl requested this report of the Government Accountability Office (GAO).  It's titled MEDICAL DEVICES:  FDA Should Enhance Its Oversight of Recalls, GAO-11-468.

Grassley routinely conducts oversight of the Food and Drug Administration.  Kohl recently conducted a hearing of the Special Committee on Aging, where he serves as Chairman, about the agency's approval process for medical devices.

The GAO said that, in 2007, medical devices were involved in 45 million inpatient procedures, 117 million hospital emergency room visits, 89 million hospital outpatient visits, and 994 million physician office visits.  Medical devices range from tongue depressors to pacemakers and artificial heart valves.

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21 Jun 2011

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

By Theresa Kuhlmann

Help Spark the American Red Cross Blood Supply this Summer

The Independence Day holiday will surely ignite many spectacular fireworks extravaganzas, and the American Red Cross is also counting on a spark of donors to boost the blood supply. All blood types are needed to help maintain a sufficient blood supply for patients in need. During the holiday week and throughout the summer donations tend to dip, but the need for blood is constant.

While all blood types are needed during the critical summer months, Rh negative blood types are always in high demand because they potentially can be transfused to patients with Rh positive or Rh negative blood types.Type O negative, the universal blood type, can potentially be transfused to patients with any blood type.
To show appreciation to those who help save lives near the upcoming Independence Day holiday (June 27 - July 6), all presenting donors at Red Cross blood drives and blood donation centers in the Heart of America region will automatically be entered for a chance to win a portable GarminGPS unit. This is a part of the Red Cross' summer-long Good to Give. Good to Go. promotion that features holiday-themed raffles and a chance for one lucky donor (21 and older) in the Mid-America Blood Services Division to win a trip for four (4) to Orlando, Florida.

How to Donate Blood

Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information.
A blood donor card or driver's license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross

Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation's blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in life saving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.

Blood Donation Opportunities

ROCK ISLAND COUNTY
7/11/11
11:00 am- 4:00 pm
DHL Global Forwarding
3100 69th Ave #2
Moline

WHITESIDE COUNTY

7/5/11
8:00 am-11:00 am
Old Fulton Fire Station
912 4th Street
Get a chance to win a portable GPS unit when you present to donate between June 27th & July 6th, 2011!
Fulton

7/6/11
12:00 pm-6:00 pm
Rock Falls Blood DonationCenter
112 W.Second St.
Get a chance to win a portable GPS unit when you present to donate between June 27th & July6th, 2011!
Rock Falls

7/12/11
1:00 pm- 5:15 pm
Old Fulton Fire Station
912 4th Street
Fulton

7/13/11
10:00 am- 2:00 pm
Rock Falls Blood Donation Center
112 W. Second St.
Rock Falls

7/14/11
3:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Fairfield Amish Mennonite School
29467 425 E.Street
Tampico

7/15/11
1:30 pm- 6:30 pm
Sterling Education Center
1 First Avenue
Sterling
20 Jun 2011

International Healthcare Educator to Visit Davenport

By Ron Thiele

Dr. Meir Schneider, PhD, LMT, will share his self-healing knowledge at lectures, workshops and individual sessions in Davenport, Iowa June 22-28.

Meir Schneider, PhD, LMT, an international health educator, author, therapist and inspirational speaker, will be in Davenport, Iowa, June 22-28, 2011. Dr. Schneider will be presenting a lecture entitled "Overcoming Vision and Spine Problems" on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 7:00PM at the Institute of Therapeutic Massage and Wellness, 1730 Wilkes Avenue, Davenport. Dr. Schneider's transformational workshop, "Self-Healing Through Movement and Vision Improvement" will be offered on Saturday and Sunday, June 25th and 26th. Private sessions with Dr. Schneider will also be available.

Born blind, Dr. Schneider read by Braille until the age of  17, when he embarked upon his own healing journey. Through years of research, he is now able to read and write without glasses. Today he holds an unrestricted California driver's license. Dr. Schneider is regarded as one of the leading world experts on Natural Vision Improvement, a method of working with the eyes non-invasively. His  vision improvement exercises are designed for individuals who are motivated to learn how to improve their vision, whether they have a simple error of refraction, a serious pathology, or suffer lifestyle or profession-related eyestrain.

Over the years, Dr. Schneider has developed a comprehensive system of preventative and rehabilitative healthcare. His self-healing method is effective with repetitive strain injuries, back problems, stroke, paralysis, neuromuscular conditions, and circulatory, digestive and respiratory problems. Tens of thousands of people have used his holistic methods to improve their health and function.

For more information about the Davenport lectures, workshops or private sessions, call Ron Thiele at (563) 570-8552 or visit the School for Self-Healing on the web at http://www.self-healing.org.

About The School for Self-Healing The School for Self-Healing is a non-profit school that teaches and provides movement work, massage, vision therapy, and  cures for blindness in San Francisco as well as around the globe for a wide variety of disorders, diseases and injuries. The school provides private sessions, free and low-cost public workshops, and training in the self-healing method.

Founder Meir Schneider, PhD, LMT used the Bates Method to cure himself of congenital blindness, and went on to develop "The Meir Schneider Method of Self-Healing Through Bodywork and Movement." The technique has been medically documented to help people with a wide variety of degenerative conditions, such as muscular dystrophy, and can help increase mobility, improve the function of body systems, relieve pain, improve vision, and increase productivity.

Meir Schneider is celebrating his 40th year of working with his eyes and would like to share his knowledge through lectures, workshops, and individual sessions. He helps patients overcome vision problems, back problems, arthritis, and neurological problems.

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13 Jun 2011

Forums on Affordable Care Act and Rural America

By Elisha Smith

Farm, rural and labor organizations join forces to conduct community forums on the Affordable Care Act's impact in rural America

Lyons, NE - The Center for Rural Affairs, Iowa Farmers Union and Iowa Citizen Action Network are co-hosting several health care forums to answer questions on what the Affordable Care Act means for Iowa families, students, farmers and small business owners. 

"This forum is a great opportunity for Iowans to learn about the Affordable Care Act and get their questions answered," said Virginia Wolking, Rural Policy Organizer at the Center for Rural Affairs.  "We held meetings in Grinnell and Cedar Falls in the summer of 2009 where we discussed what people in those areas wanted to see included in the Affordable Care Act and I'm excited to return to the area for another discussion."  

"Whether you are wondering about what the health care law means for your family's insurance, for the insurance you provide to your employees, if your child's pre-existing condition is covered under your insurance, or about the timeline of when different parts of the Affordable Care Act will go into effect, we have answers to your questions," said Wolking.

Individuals interested in attending the forum can contact Virginia Wolking at the Center for Rural Affairs (402.687.2103 ext 1017 or virginiaw@cfra.org)  to RSVP or for additional information.

What: A community forum to answer your questions about health care and the Affordable Care Act.

When and Where:

Monday, June 20
6:30-8:30pm
Council Chambers
220 Clay Street
Cedar Falls, Iowa

Thursday, June 23
6:30-8:30pm
First Presbyterian Church
1025 5th Avenue
Grinnell, Iowa

See www.cfra.org for more information about the Center for Rural Affairs.

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10 Jun 2011

MyPlate's Message: Proportions

By Administrator

AMES, Iowa - The USDA released the new food icon "MyPlate" on June 2, 2011. The intent of the new icon is to simplify the dietary guidance included in the Dietary Guidelines 2010 and MyPyramid. MyPlate is not intended to replace MyPyramid; instead, MyPlate simplifies the message to make it easier for Americans to make healthful food choices.

"The key message of MyPlate is the proportion each food group should contribute to your plate," said Sarah Francis, an Iowa State University assistant professor and state nutrition extension specialist. "The icon conveys that half of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables, with vegetables comprising slightly more than the fruits. The other half of the plate consists of grains and proteins, with grains comprising slightly more than the protein. Dairy is depicted as a circle ? signifying a glass of milk ? off to the side ofthe plate."

While the new icon has many positive aspects, some people have concerns. Ruth Litchfield, an Iowa State University associate professor and state nutrition extension specialist, feels the term "protein" may be confusing or misleading. "MyPlate uses the term 'protein,' which is a nutrient rather than a food group. While many equate the term protein with meat, fish and poultry, excellentsources of protein also include dried beans, peas and lentils."
In addition to the icon, several nutrition messages accompany MyPlate. These include :

Balance Calories
· Enjoy your food, but eat less.
· Avoid oversized portions.

Foods to Increase
· Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.
· Make at least half of your grains whole grains.
· Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1 percent) milk.

Foods to Reduce
· Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread and frozen meals - and choose the foods with lower numbers.
· Drink water instead of sugary drinks.

Litchfield is concerned about the message relative to sodium intake. "National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data fromthe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that a number of foods contribute more sodium to our daily diet than soup. For example, you also need to check the sodium content of prepared chicken and mixed chicken dishes, pizza, pasta and pasta dishes, coldcuts and cheese, among others. Most Americans need more guidance regarding where sodium is found and how to decrease sodium intake."

Francis emphasized, "The messages of MyPlate remain consistent with messages from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 and MyPyramid. The real benefit of MyPlate is the simple, concise message of proportionality on your plate."

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