Children to be banned from blowing up balloons, under EU safety rules
Children are to be banned from taking part in traditional Christmas games, from blowing up balloons to blowing on party whistles, because of new EU safety rules that have just entered into force.
 Denmark Introduces ‘Fat Tax’ on Foods High in Saturated FatDenmark has introduced what’s believed to be the world’s first fat food tax, applying a surcharge to foods with more than 2.3 percent saturated fats, in an effort to combat obesity and heart disease. |  University bucks convention in Texas with vegan dining hallTexas cattle country seems an odd place to break new ground in veganism, but a public university near Dallas is doing just that. |  Bill Clinton declares vegan victoryThe former president, known for his love of burgers, barbecue and junk food, has gone from a meat lover to a vegan, the strictest form of a vegetarian diet. He says he eats fruits, vegetables and beans, but no red meat, chicken or dairy. |  'Manorexia' on the rise: Experts blame pressure from male models as more men than ever suffer eating disordersThe pressure to look like a male model is driving more men to develop dangerous eating disorders, experts warned today. GPs have been warned to be on the lookout for the potentially fatal conditions, which include anorexia and bulimia, after a rise in the n... |  USA gets even fatter: Mississippi most obese state, Colorado leastThe number of obese U.S. adults rose in 16 states in the last year, helping to push obesity rates in a dozen states above 30 percent, according to a report released on Thursday. |  Sugary milk, chicken nuggets kicked out of Los Angeles schools after Jamie Oliver campaignIn a victory for Jamie Oliver the Los Angeles school board has voted to stop serving sugar-laden flavoured milk to children. |  Cleveland bans outdoor smoking, trans fat in restaurants, food trucksCity council wants to make Cleveland a healthier place to live and work. Monday night, council approved legislation that will affect how you eat and breathe. |  Children to be banned from blowing up balloons, under EU safety rulesChildren are to be banned from taking part in traditional Christmas games, from blowing up balloons to blowing on party whistles, because of new EU safety rules that have just entered into force. |
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