Vitamin D deficiency linked to cancer (KING5 Seattle) Recent research shows up to 50 percent of kids and adults in America are at high risk for vitamin D deficiency, a condition that has been linked to a whole host of diseases. Lack of D linked to many diseases [News Source]

Researchers discover gene behind devastating vitamin B12-related disorder (EurekAlert!) McGill University. McGill University Health Centre. [News Source]

Cooking corner: Tomatoes are healthy (Peninsula Gateway) The health benefits of tomatoes are so great. They are very high in Vitamin C. Additionally, they have vitamins A and K, potassium, niacin, B6 and folate. But the biggest benefit is their Lycopene, which is what gives the tomato its color. It’s an aid against cancer — particularly prostate cancer. [News Source]

Masai face perils of London marathon. Six Masai warriors are leaving their remote village in Tanzania to run in traditional dress to fund the provision of clean water. [News Source]

Rush to bio-fuels spells starvation and disaster for humanity. The worst damage to the world's food supply and hunger is being done by the rage for “bio-fuels” that supposedly reduce carbon dioxide emissions and fight climate change. [News Source]

Agflation will change the course of history. The Middle East’s next macroeconomic demon will be a spectacular rise in food prices. [News Source]

Babies’ hunger reflects inflation. Poor nutrition rises with the cost of food. It impedes brain growth, especially in toddlers. [News Source]

Is size 0 really to blame? Professor Christopher Gillberg of the University of Strathclyde was among the first to suggest that anorexia may be a sign of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. [News Source]

A little sun goes a long way in quest for vitamin D (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Fifteen minutes in the sun helps your body make enough vitamin D, which is important for good health. Too much sun, though, is still considered dangerous. [News Source]

Calcium’s good, but it’s better with vitamin D (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Older adults can benefit from adequate amounts of vitamin D. [News Source]

Diet Detective: A few more calories might be best choice (Winston-Salem Journal) When you're thinking about what to eat, you need to ask yourself, "Will it keep me satisfied, or will I be hungry again in 30 minutes? Am I getting the vitamins and minerals I need, or am I just entertaining my mouth?" [News Source]