Quitting Smoking, Food Dyes, Children and Juice, Preventing Wrinkles | Health

Quitting Smoking, Food Dyes, Children and Juice, Preventing Wrinkles

Maureen Fitzgerald,

June 4, 2008, 10:53 AM EDT

Kicking the smoking habit may soon become a little easier. Researchers have identified genes that influence how well a person will respond to specific smoking treatments.

Those treatments include nicotine replacement therapy and a drug called Bupropeon.

The National Institute Of Drug Abuse, along with three universities conducted the study.

In the US alone, 45 million people smoke a consumer group is calling on the FDA to ban some food dyes.

But the FDA says-- no way! The Center For Science In The Public Interest reports their findings show dyes lead to hyperactivity and behavior problems in kids. At issue are eight artificial food colorings.

And they are ones used in a number of products for kids, including cereal, candy, and soda.

The center says thirty years of research proves there's a link between the dyes and behavior problems.

But the FDA disputes these claims, saying any color additives undergo years of safety reviews before they're approved. A new study by pediatricians shows many healthy infants and toddlers may have low levels of Vitamin D.

And a good thing, sunscreen may be to blame.

Kids need sunlight to process Vitamin D.

The study's findings followed nearly 400 children.

Nearly half had Vitamin D levels below the 'acceptable' level.

The study suggests infants should receive vitamin d supplements while breastfeeding. To make sure they receive the proper nutrients. Enjoy that morning glass of OJ!

Turns out, enough Vitamin C can prevent wrinkles! Researchers analyzed the skin of 4,000 volunteers.

Results showed volunteers who consumed the most Vitamin C had fewer wrinkles than those with a lower intake.

Scientists believe antioxidants in the juice- boost production and regeneration of collagen.

They say for a healthy start to the day, try some OJ or even better eat the whole orange.