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News "Shorts"	April 1, 2008
Children with Healthy Diets Get Better Grades Findings from a recent study published in the Journal of School Health provides evidence that children who incorporate a healthy diet in their lifestyle perform better in school. You can read more on the relationship between diet and academic performance here: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080320105546.htm Toxin found in "organic" products Buyer Beware--Not everything labeled "organic" is healthy for you!The use of the terms "organic" and "natural" are unregulated terms, and as such do not have clearly defined requirements for use. This means you need to research the products you bring into your home. A recent study funded by a US consumer watchdog found 1,4 Dioxane, a known carcinogen and suspected neurotoxin, in several brands of "organic" personal care products. For more information, follow the link listed here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/100848.php New Study links antidepressants to Type 2 Diabetes Recent evidence suggests that those with a history of depression and taking two or more prescriptions at the same time (typically tricyclic antidepressants and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) doubled their risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080325122804.htm Belly fat linked to greater risk of dementia A recent study has linked having a big belly in middle age to an increased risk of developing dementia in older age. Read more here: http://www.newsmax.com/health/big_belly_Alzheimers/2008/03/27/83416.html?s=al&promo_code=4812-1