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A deal to sell healthier drinks in U.S. schools has slashed the amount of fattening beverages offered to students, former President Bill Clinton said on Monday as New York leaders pushed for a soda tax to tackle obesity and budget shortfalls. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Children's Health , School Health

U.S. researchers estimate that an 18 percent tax on pizza and soda can push down U.S. adults' calorie intake enough to lower their average weight by 5 pounds (2 kg) per year. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Nutrition , Obesity

Syndrome affects those given dietary supplements after not eating for a while, study finds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dietary Supplements , Patient Safety

Study finds benefits for the mind, not just the body Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Healthy Living , Memory

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Vitamin D is vital in activating human defences and low levels suffered by around half the world's population may mean their immune systems' killer T cells are poor at fighting infection, scientists said on Sunday. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Immune System and Disorders , Vitamin D

But no such link was seen for women, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Kidney Cancer , Men's Health , Vitamin D

Suggestions for healthier fare Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition

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Whether benefit actually stems from overall healthier lifestyle remains unclear Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Breast Feeding , Obesity , Women's Health

Salt and preservatives may be the culprits, researchers suggest Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Diabetes , Heart Diseases , Nutrition

Finding suggests new health policies could make a dent in the problem, researcher says Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Carbohydrates , Diabetes , Heart Diseases

Not clear if troubles stem from the devices or patient error, FDA panel says Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Diabetes Type 1 , Medical Device Safety

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Drinking coffee cuts diabetes risk, new research confirms, but you may need to enjoy your java with lunch if you want to get any benefit. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Diabetes , Nutrition

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FDA spots bacteria in common food additive; no illnesses yet reported Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Foodborne Illness , Salmonella Infections

Diets high in vegetables, fruits and soy might cut the risk of developing breast cancer by 30 percent, new research suggests. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Breast Cancer , Nutrition