| TV Time Linked to Poor Nutrition
Orlando, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Kids who sit in front of the tube longer are more likely to consume sugary drinks and extra calories. These habits could lead to obesity. Researchers at Harvard Medical School surveyed mothers of 1,203 children enrolled in a childhood nutrition study in Massachusetts. Watching television was associated with increased consumption of junk food and decreased consumption of healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables. Researchers found, for every hour increase in TV viewing each day, 3-year-old children consumed more sweetened beverages and roughly 46 more calories each day. Although 46 calories may not sound like much, it can add up over time, particularly for a 3-year-old. Previous studies have attributed weight gain in American children in recent years to the addition of just 150 calories per day, said Matthew Gillman, M.D., senior author and associate professor of ambulatory care and prevention at Harvard Medical School.
Second Life To Get 3D Voice
3/2/2007—Second Life, the virtual world that's becoming increasingly popular in education, will soon add proximity-based 3D voice capabilities, according to developer Linden Lab.But just what is "3D voice?"According to Linden Lab, it's a technology that allows Second Life residents to speak to one another using spacial awareness algorithms that take distance and direction into account, modifying sounds to provide a more immersive experience."Linden Lab anticipates that voice will be particularly valuable to Resident groups such as educators, non-profits, and businesses, who might use Second Life as a collaborative tool for learning and training," the company said in a prepared statement.The technologies, provided by Vivox and DiamondWare, will be available in addition to the current chat and instant messaging capabilities currently integrated into Second Life.“The addition of voice marks a natural progression in the ongoing evolution of Second Life," said Joe Miller, vice president of platform & technology development at Linden Lab.
'Miracle baby' in Tooele celebrates second birthday, eats her own cake
Just a look at little Sydnie Hansen, would not even begin to tell of the spirit, determination and sheer willpower her tiny 35-inch body carries. Sydnie is the miracle baby of Karsten and Jennifer Hansen of Tooele. On Feb. 1, 2007, Sydnie celebrated her second birthday with family and friends. It was a birthday her parents were not sure she would ever reach. But, not only did she reach it, but she met her birthday able to surpass others' expectations for her. Early medical prognosis of Sydnie predicted she would always have to rely on a feeding tube. At her birthday party she ate cake with her fingers. Doctors also predict Sydnie would be a very sickly child with many anomalies to overcome. It just goes to show that doctors can not predict the spirit of an individual like Sydnie.
New Wellness(R) Complete Health Natural Food for Cats Takes on ...
CHELMSFORD, Mass., Feb. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Did you know that urinary tract problems are the most common feline health concern reported by cat owners? To combat this growing issue, the Wellness(R) brand of natural food and treats for pets now offers cats and their loving owners a specialized solution with Wellness Complete Health -- part of its new Wellness Dietary Solutions feline dry nutrition line that has been designed with cat health and wellness in mind. A condition predominantly afflicting cats in their young adult to middle- aged years, and occurring more frequently in males than females, urinary tract concerns are the leading cause cats are brought to veterinarians (AVMA, 2005). Through constant in-depth research, Wellness has produced Wellness Complete Health advanced dry cat formula to not only meet the rigorous freshness and natural-ingredient standards of all Wellness recipes, but also help maintain urinary tract health.
North Korean women trafficked as brides WORLD BRIEFINGS
SEOUL -- Thousands of North Korean women fleeing famine in their homeland in recent years say they have been sold as "brides" to Chinese men, who often force them into backbreaking labor and subject them to constant fear, physical assault and sexual abuse.
Women who were trafficked into China, lured by the promise of food and a decent living, described their experiences in an unprecedented series of interviews by Radio Free Asia's Korean service.
"A woman from our village who said she'd been to China told me that we could make some money there, so I followed her and crossed the Tumen River," said Jeong Soo-ok, who was caught and sold by trafficking rings after crossing the border from North Korea into China in March 2004.
"Before I even knew it, I was taken to a man's house," Mrs.
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