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The article offers tips on cataract prevention. According to the National Eye Institute, several Americans, particularly the older ones have suffered from the said disease in the U.S. and cites its medical and environmental risk factors. It highlights the role of vitamin C, carotenoids, antioxidants, and other food supplements. Furthermore, the relevance of medication in hampering the development of disease is also discussed.

The article presents an overview of the significance of complementary and alternative therapies to relieve cold symptoms in the U.S. Based on the report from the National Institutes of Health's National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), colds are the eighth most common condition among adults and the third among children. Among the complementary therapies mentioned include echinacea, high-dose vitamin C and zinc lozenges.

Presents an update on issues related to vegetable gardening in the U.S. as of August 2004. Introduction of a Web site created by the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program; Use of vitamin C in reducing the risk for arthritis; Awards received by researchers of the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.