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-. - -~*--q-. ~ ~ -. 12 - Oono Wekly Tms, Wdnos............ .199 MosortNews Coca-Cola Night- provides I Ibot hot action at Mosport International Break away .. with chocolate milk! Speedway (NC)-Cool, delicious, energizing and nutritious? Sound too good to be true? Most would agree that chocolate milk is a favourite drink of kids and aduits alike. But, some may think tht chocolate milk can not be part of a healthy diet. If you are one who bas these concernis, take heart! Chocolate milk is just as nutritious as its white counterpart, and here is why. What's it mnade or, Basically, chocolate milk is made from fresh whole, 2% , or 1% milk to which sugar and cocoa powder are added. Like white milk, it provides significant amounts of 15 essential nutrients including protein, calcium, riboflavin, and vitamins A& D. Few beverages can claim such fame! A common fallacy concerning chocolate milk is that it contains a lot of sugar. Chocolate milk, like white milk, contains lactose which is the naturally occurring sugar found in milk, just like naâturally occurring fructose in fruit and unsweetened juices. These naturally occurring sugars give these foods their pleasant taste. Chocolate milk has an additional 10-15 grams of table sugar added. While this may sound like a lot, when you compare an equjiva- lent amount of chocolate milk to unsweetened fruit juice, the sugar content is almost identical. Both of these beverages contain approximately 30 grams of sugar per 8 oz. cup or 250 mi. portion. At one time, sugar was considered a demon food. The effects of sugar were thought to cause health problems such as diabetes, hyperactivity, and others. But, we now know that the only health issue directly related to sugar is dental cavities, and these can be prevented by proper brushing and flossing. Actually, our bodies use sugar as a preferred source of energy. Current nutri- tion recommendations suggest that Canadians should consume 50-55% of their food energy from carbohydrate. While most of this should be in "starchy" form there is no evidence that we need to reduce our current intake of simple carbohydIrates such as sugar. Therefore, the sugar found in chocolate milk can be part of a healthy diet. The calcium connection You may have heard that the chiocolate part of chocolate milk hinders the body's ability to absorb calcium. This can be caused by oxalic acid, a substance found naturally in cocoa. But, because chocolate milk is so rich in calcium, the oxalic acid is not a problem. Studies have shown it has littie effect on the amount of calcium absorbed. Kids and caffeine You may also be concerned about the caffeine content found in chocolate milk. While caffeine may cause hyperactivity in some children, an 8 oz. glass of chocolate milk will only give you 2 to 7 mg of caffeine. Compare this to a 10 oz. can of cola which contains 30 mg. of caffeine, and not haîf the nutnients! There is just no comparison. Chocolate milk is part of the Milk Products food group, and as such, is a sensible food choice. Yts a fun and tasty food. Pack it into your youngster's lunch, and beassured, this is one food that wonr't get swapped. Get creative! Consider the action tips that follow to i nclude chocolate milk in your diet. ACTION Tips *Blend together fresh fruit, such as strawbemres, bananas, and blueberries with chocolate milk. *Heat chocolate milk and add a few drops of almond extract. Top with toasted almonds. This can make a wonderful after school snack. *The next fime a chocolate cake mix suggests the addition of miLk in the recipe, try adding chocolate mlk for added flavour! *Make a dessert sauce using chocolate mrilk combined with chocolate pudding. Serve on top of Angel food cake or ice cream. Chocolate mlk can add pleasure to anyone' s diet. So pour yourself a tait cool one, the next time you crave a refreshing and satisfying beverage. NC SUGAR V ariety is the spice of lite (NC)-In this fast-paced information age, parents are increasingly unsure of where to turn for current, practical nutrition information. Fortunately, last year's release of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating by Health and Welfare Canada provides just that. In a departure from previous recommendations, the Guide, for example, endorses a well-balanced diet for children over 4 that fulfilis energy and nutrient requirements without undue emphasis on or avoidance of any specific food or food group. The Guide is divided into the four traditional food groups-Vegetables and Fruit, Grain Products, Milk Products, and Meat and Alternatives-as well as a new classification. Other Foods. Other Foods are recognized for the taste and enjoyment they add to heathy eating. Often eaten with foods from the four food groups, they include condiments, herbs and spices, beverages, snack foods, foods that are mostly fats or oils (like butter, margarine, cooking oils) and foods that are mostly sugar (like jams, jelly, honey, candy)ý. 1No one food, according to the Guide, should be singled out as harmiful. Rather, a variety of foods fromi ail groups should be consumed in moderation as part of healthy daily eating habits based on a low-fat diet that is high in carbohydrate, along with a program of, regular exercise. Canadians do flot consumer too much sugar Contrary to popular belief, the consensus of both nutrition experts and the latest scientific literature is that Canadians do not consume an excessive amount of sugar. In tact, it is dietary-fat-not sugar- that flot orily accounts for high caloric intake in the population, but also much of the health concern associated with many of the so-called "forbidden foods".* Indeed, studies reveal that only 10 to 15 percent of the typical individual's dailly calories are the result of added sugars. 1Embodying this' knowledge, Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating suggests that for most people, there is no need to either reduce or limit sugar intake. So, instead of opting for high-fat ice creams or pastries for dessert, treat your family to heaithier alternatives such as sorbet, gelatin with fruit or low-fat frozen yogurt. A balanced diet key to health In keeping with the health concerns associated with dietary fat, Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating urges a balanced choice of low-fat foods that are high in carbohydrate content. Accordingly, the Guide points out that as fat intake is reduced, energy should be compensated for by an increase in carbohydrate intake, emphasizing cereals, bread and other grain products, and fruit and vegetables.' Clearly, carbohydrate -in the formu of sugar can add flavour and enjoyment to healthy eating whether its sprinikled on grapefruit, poured in the form of syrup over pancakes or used as an ingredient in wholesome foods like breakfast cereal and bran muffins. SOURCE: CANADIAN SUGAR INSTITUTE in the end, Doug Todghamn of Oshawa was victorious followed by Toby Baker of Bethany taking second and Royce Jones taking third. This weekend's GM Goodwrench 200 event (September 11lth & 12th) is the lasi two nights of racing at the track for the 1993 season. The action will include the American Canadian Tour, (ACT) GM Goodwrench 200, the Goodyear Challenge Cup for Ontario's Laie Models, plus the-three regular divisions of Street Stock, Laie Models, and Thundercars. Spectator Gaies open Saturday at 6:30 p.m. Racing staris ai 7:00 p.m. Sunday Spectator Gates open ai 10:00 a.m. Racing starts at 1:00 p.m. For further information (416) 513-0550. Dont miss ibis' season finale! It's going ta Ibc awesome! ORONO BEOKERS STUTr'S PHARMACY DULEES NEWCASTLE VILLAGE, BECKERS GUARDIAN DRUGS MIKE'S PLACE GRUFFIES NEWTONVILLE NEWTONVILLE CONVENIENCE PLUS by Nelson Hudes The action ai Mospori International Speedway during Coca Cola night ihis past Saturday (September 4th) was bot and heavy. With only one weekend of action left, the points chase is down ta the wire and the drivers -are working as hard as they can ta grab as many points, as ihey can before saying goodbye ta the 1993 season. In Street Stock division with the action very, intense, there were four different winners in the early evening heats. They included Owen S mith of Schomberg, Duke Paul of Oshawa, Kelly Williams of Ingelwood and Graham Brown of Willowdale. In the feature, lasi year's division champion came like a bat oui of hell ta hold off the liard charges of Kelly Williams ta grab the win and the celebrated viciory lap. They crossed the finish line together in a photo finish that almosi made it impossible ta tell who was the winner. It was that close and exciting ta watch. Finishing behind Williams and taking third was Brent Sullivan of Whitby. lI Laie Model Division, the early evening heats were also very intense as there were no double winners. Only singles. Bill Northam of Oshawa grabbed the firsi one, while Rod Sauder of Port Penry took number two, Gary Mead of Orillia won heat three and Vic Auger of Trenton îook the fourili and final one of the night. In the feature, ihere was lots of passing deep in the field, a few spins here and there, lots of bumps and grinds but generally good alI oui lard fought racing. The winner of the race was Vic Auger, followed by Randy Slack of York and iaking third w as Rod Sauder. For the fourth week in a row, the Thun dercar Division had a huge car count which meani îwo extra heats are added ta the evening's schedule much ta the delight of the fans. This division lias been very intense ail season long and uts praduced some fine racing throughout the year. This night was not different as there were ihree double winners in the carly evening contests. Derek Henderson of Oshawa won two' heats, as did Bob Kish, also of Oshawa, as well as Royce Jones of Frazerville. The feature was action packed as there was lots of slipping and sliding, passes, crashes, spins, you name it. But HEALTHY EATING & VOUe 1 Dr. D. Jefferson & Dr. M. Spruyt are pleased to annzounce that Din Ed Notarandrea im. c.c.F.i. will bejoining themn in the preictice of Family Medicine effective September 13, 1993 87 MIILL ST. N., NEWCASTLE phone 987 - 1896 EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE GOING ON A TRIP??? GE1TING MARRIED??? Planning a Special Evening on the Town for Dinne, the Theatre or the Big Game??? I HOURGLASS Limousine Service wii get you there and back in safety, com fort and style. CALL TO RESERVEEAY The Durham Region District Health Councili is now requesting: APPLICATIONS for MEMBERSHIP on the DURHAM REGION LONG TERM CARE PLANNING COMMI1TEE A Long Term Care Planning Committee is currently being formed. A s a dedicated volunteer you will become part of a skilled and innovative regional planning team made Up'of bath consumers and providers ot long term care services, and other interest ed people. Through ongoing community liaison, your team will develop a progressive plan for a coordinatedi and accessible long term care system which will meet the needs of -the Durham Region as a whole. If any one would like more information or an application package, please contact the Durham Region District Heath Council by calling (416) 433-4262. The office is open weekdays between 8:30 and 4:30. THE DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS SEPTEMBER 15,1993. 1