Calcium/ Dairy Products (9% of total coverage)
Coverage in this
area recorded a 3% jump from 2005?s total of 6%. Articles this year covered a
variety of topics, including the many nutritional benefits of dairy products,
importance of calcium for building strong bones, and a selection of recent
research. For more information about Osteoporosis and bone health, please follow
the appropriate links to read ?Here?s to Bone Health? in
English,
ภาษาไทย,
中文.
Exercise/ Physical Activity (9% of total coverage)
Coverage in this
category recorded a 1% increase from last years total of 8%, with articles
focusing on exercise as a mean to boost self confidence and general well-being
in women, suggestions of quick exercises one can do in the office, yoga, and a
spotlight on weight management, which noted that both cardiovascular exercises
and strength training are necessary to promote weight loss. To read more about
?Weighing Less ? Easier with Exercise?? please click
here.
Functional
Foods (18% of total coverage)
Gaining 7% in
coverage from the 11% in 2005?s survey, coverage in the area of functional foods
focused primarily on a two main topics: The potential of phytochemicals in
spices to provide health benefits, and a range of ?super foods?, described as
foods packed with nutrients and antioxidants such as broccoli, spinach, avocado,
and tomato (to name a few). For more information on ?Health Advice to Eat More!!
The Case for More Fruits and Vegetables?, please click on the appropriate link
in
English,
ภาษาไทย
or
中文.
Healthy Eating & Lifestyles (33% of total coverage)
Coverage in this
area increased significantly from 2005?s total of 7%, to 33% of this year?s
tracked coverage. The range of topics discussed were extensive, most notably
covering recommended diet and lifestyles adaptations for the changing seasons;
achieving a healthy and balanced diet; importance of regular mealtimes; and the
effect of changing or hectic lifestyles on dietary patterns. Please click on one
of the link below to read more about ?Your Lifestyle and Your Blood Pressure ?
What?s the Link?? in
English,
ภาษาไทย
or
中文.
Overweight / Obesity / Weight Control (12% of total
coverage)
Always a popular
topic, tracked coverage in this category increased by 2% from last year?s total
of 10% to 12%., Topics included low-carb diets and snacking for weight
management; the effect of stress and mental health on eating habits; and the
relationship between weight and chronic diseases. Please click on the
appropriate link below to read more about ?Eating Out of Home, Weight
Management, and How We Make Food Choices? in
English,
ภาษาไทย
or
中文.
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and nutrition to the media and other key audiences in Asia.
