Fruit and vegetable consumption
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The US Dept of Agriculture says that the increase in fruit and vegetable consumption in the country is caused by growing concerns about nutrition among US citizens. US vegetable consumption increased by five percent during the 1970s and by 22% during the 1980s. Total expenditures for fruits and vegetables amounted to $102 billion in 1990. It is projected that US fruit and vegetable consumption will double by the year 2000.
Publication Name: Family Economics Review
Subject: Food/cooking/nutrition
ISSN: 0425-676X
Year: 1993
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Fish consumption and risk of sudden cardiac death
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Omega-3 fatty acids are have a positive affect on cardiovascular disease risk such as lowering triglyceride levels, inhibiting plaque formation in the arteries, decreasing platelet aggregation and altering arrhythmogenesis. People who consume 1-2 portions of fish per week add protection from cardiac death. However, people who include fish in the regular diet are more likely to follow a healthier lifestyle in general.
Publication Name: Nutrition Reviews
Subject: Food/cooking/nutrition
ISSN: 0029-6643
Year: 1998
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French vegetable gratins
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Recipes for French vegetable gratins are presented. The dishes are easy to prepare yet exude an air of sophistication. They indicate how seriously the French regard vegetables as dishes.
Publication Name: Gourmet
Subject: Food/cooking/nutrition
ISSN: 0017-2553
Year: 1995
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