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While in the midst of a nationwide debate over health care, Americans are giving a clear indication that one tool they can use to improve their health is food.

Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) was recognized for the effectiveness of two of the group’s Web sites.

Two varieties of Little Rock, Ark.-based Health Span Solutions, LLC’s BeneVia adult nutrition beverages will now exclusively include ViaLeuPro, a proprietary protein blend featuring the amino acid leucine and other essential amino acids that have been shown to be more effective than intact protein alone at supporting muscle function.

In the latest example of the food industry’s close attention to health-and-wellness issues affecting consumers, the “Smart Choices Program” made its official debut last week, its green check mark symbol now appearing on of hundreds of products in supermarkets and other retailers across the United States.

Consumers will find many uses for Smith’s Chili Con Queso dip from Smith Dairy Products Co., an Orrville, Ohio-based regional manufacturer of dairy products, beverages and ice cream.

They may not always eat what’s good for them, but children are aware of what they should be eating.

In the latest example of the food industry’s close attention to health-and-wellness issues affecting consumers, the “Smart Choices Program” made its official debut yesterday, its green check mark symbol now appearing on of hundreds of products in supermarkets and other retailers across the United States.

Mariani Packing Co., Inc. has taken one of the hottest current trends -- that of functional foods -- and incorporated it into a line of dried fruits. Enhanced Wellness consists of three SKUs, each targeting a different nutritional benefit, according to the Vacaville, Calif.-based company.