News Bites.

Source :: Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter. Nov2012, Vol. 30 Issue 9, p1-2. 2p.
Publication Year :: 2012
Abstract: The article offers several nutrition-related news briefs. The U. S. FDA has approved a petition allowing bakers to use 400 IU per 100 grams of special yeast to boost vitamin D levels in bread. A study by the consumer genetics firm '23andMe' has recognized specific gene variants associated with the dislike of cilantro. The New York City's Board of Health has approved the proposal of banning the supersized sodas, urged by Mayor Michael Bloomberg.