Health: Antioxidants fail again in cancer prevention study (BusinessWorld Online)

WASHINGTON — Beta carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E supplements taken for years failed to lower overall cancer risk in the latest study to cast doubt on the possibility that such dietary supplements can prevent cancer.

Within reach (The Columbus Dispatch)

Consumers are more interested in what they eat, but their concern goes well beyond watching their waistlines. We're more conscious of the deeper health benefits of certain foods as well as the environmental effect of our diets. Front and center are balanced meals, antioxidants and overall lifestyle change.

How can you resolve to eat better in 2009? (Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune)

Balanced meals, antioxidants and the overall lifestyle change are front and center. It's about time!

A Kernel of Truth: New Study Reveals Health Benefits of Corn Products (Lexington Clipper-Herald)

(ARA) - For generations, children have been told to eat their carrots because it was good for their eyes. A new study may have moms saying the same about corn bread, corn flakes and other breakfast cereals.

Better Business Bureau issues a warning about acai berry (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

The berry may have health benefits, but experts say tried-and-true diet and exercise remain the best way to lose weight.