I know the title of this message would shock and offend John Q. American,
but I like headlines so there it is.

I was doing some research last night and thought the list would find one
thing I stumbled upon both funny and sad.  In short, there's a USDA program
that gives out food products to low-income Native Americans.  You may be
aware that type II diabetes has hit Native Americans harder than any other
ethnic group in America.  We all know why; they only recently switched from
the diet of thier heritage to the SAD.

From www.fns.usda.gov/fdd/MENU/SCHOOLS/INDIAN/fdpirfaq.htm

Q:  "Does the program accommodate the special health needs of Native
Americans?"

A:  "Yes. The food package was updated in 1997, through a cooperative effort
  of tribal program managers, elected tribal officials, USDA nutritionists,
and other experts on Native American health and nutrition. The changes made
the foods in the package easier to use and have better served the
nutritional needs and preferences of Native Americans."

"For example, the percentage of calories from fat was significantly reduced,
and the number of servings was increased in the vegetable and
bread/cereal/rice/pasta categories of the USDA Food Guide Pyramid."

"These changes are important because many Native Americans have diet-related
health conditions, such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease."

Talk about food for thought.

Dori Zook
Denver, CO
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