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Food Allergy Awareness Week!

May 11-17, 2008 marks the 11th Annual Food Allergy Awareness Week!  This week is dedicated to spreading awareness about food allergies at the community, school, and legislative levels.  To learn more about food allergies, please visit IFIC Foundation’s Food Allergy Resources Page for credible, science-based information.

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The Path to a Healthful Lifestyle — Most of us are looking for ways to incorporate healthful eating habits and physical activity into our everyday lives. There are several resources that can help you personalize your path. Your Personal Path to Health: Steps to a Healthier You! is a brochure developed in cooperation among the IFIC Foundation, the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help you use MyPyramid, a step-by-step guide to healthful eating and physical activity. USDA has also recently launched a new, online electronic planner to help you plan your menus and guide you to healthier choices. 

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Caffeine

Caffeine and Women's Health — Moderate caffeine intake can a part of a woman’s overall healthful diet, including women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Click here to read more in our Fact Sheet on Caffeine and Women’s Health.