Del Monte's New No Sugar Added Products Help Consumers Eat More Fruit with Less Sugar for Better Health.No Sugar Added Peaches, Pears, Fruit Cocktail are Perfect for Health, Fitness New Year's Resolutions SAN FRANCISCO -- It's no secret that health and weight loss are among the top New Year's resolutions for consumers. To help consumers achieve their goals and live healthier lives, Del Monte Foods Del Monte Foods (NYSE: DLM) is an American food production and distribution company based in San Francisco, California. It offers canned goods in Del Monte, S&W and Contadina brands, pet foods under Kibbles n' Bits, 9Lives, Pounce, Milk-Bone and several premium brands, (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :DLM See ILM. DLM - Distributed Lock Manager on distributed VMS systems. ) today announced another innovation with the launch of new Del Monte([R]) No Sugar Added peaches, pears and fruit cocktail. The new line of high-quality, great-tasting fruit provides all of the wholesome nutrition and great taste that you would expect from Del Monte - with 50% - 70% fewer calories and sugar versus fruit in heavy syrup. Research continues to support the health benefits of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. And while the United States Department of Agriculture United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), n.pr established in 1862, USDA is responsible for the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products. It conducts ongoing research in areas from human nutrition to new crop technologies and also helps ensure open and Health and Human Services Noun 1. Health and Human Services - the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with health and welfare; created in 1979 Department of Health and Human Services, HHS recommends consuming two cups of fruit each day, studies indicate that most Americans eat less than half the recommended daily amount. In addition, diabetes rates are expected to rise, even double, in the next 25 years. New products, like Del Monte No Sugar Added, make it easier to eat more fruit as part of a balanced diet balanced diet n. A diet that furnishes in proper proportions all of the nutrients necessary for adequate nutrition. balanced diet and are perfect for consumers who are looking to reduce their sugar intake. "At Del Monte Foods, we are passionate about nourishing families and enriching lives every day. We understand that there is a critical need to get everyone in the family to eat more fruit as part of a healthy diet," said Brian Ricci, Director of Marketing, Del Monte Fruit. "Picked and packed at the peak of flavor and freshness, Del Monte's new No Sugar Added products are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy the goodness of fruit, without the added sugar." Del Monte No Sugar Added is available in both canned and plastic varieties that are sprouting up in major retailers starting this month. The product is sweetened sweet·en v. sweet·ened, sweet·en·ing, sweet·ens v.tr. 1. To make sweet or sweeter by adding sugar, honey, saccharin, or another sweet substance. 2. To make more pleasant or agreeable. with SPLENDA([R]) Brand Sweetener Sweetener A special feature added to a debt obligation or preferred stock to promote marketability. Notes: Warrants and convertibles are two popular sweeteners. See also: Convertible Bond, Kicker, Warrant Sweetener , so it has the great taste you'd expect from Del Monte and is perfect for consumers with diabetes. The new Del Monte No Sugar Added products will replace the Company's Carb Clever([R]) products, launched in 2004. New Year, New YouOLiving a More Fruitful Life "Studies show that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help to reduce the risk of chronic diseases and play a role in weight management," said Dean Ornish, M.D., Founder and Director of the non-profit Preventive Medicine preventive medicine, branch of medicine dealing with the prevention of disease and the maintenance of good health practices. Until recently preventive medicine was largely the domain of the U.S. Research Institute. "An optimal diet is low in both fat and refined carbohydrates, like sugar, and high in whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes Legumes A family of plants that bear edible seeds in pods, including beans and peas. Mentioned in: Cholesterol, High legumes (l , and soy products in their natural forms, which are naturally low in fat and high in unrefined carbohydrates." According to Dr. Ornish, fruits are naturally low calorie foods that are excellent sources of hundreds of protective substances including vitamins, minerals and fiber. New products that are lower in calories and sugar help meet the growing needs of Americans to lower their weight and manage their blood sugar levels. Looking to live a more fruitful life? Try these simple tips to make Del Monte No Sugar Added fruits a part of a healthy lifestyle: * A more fruitful Workout: It's no secret that eating a well-balanced diet, drinking plenty of water and getting physically fit are a perfect combination to stay healthy year-round. Whether you have 15 minutes to take a walk or an hour at the gym, Del Monte No Sugar Added fruit provides a perfect pre- or post-workout snack. * On-the-Go Nutrition: Long rides in the car to shuttle kids to sports practice, music lessons, and everything in between? Take a well-deserved snack break and enjoy a serving of fruit with Del Monte No Sugar Added; available in 8 oz. cans and 4 oz. plastic fruit cups. No guiltOjust healthful health·ful adj. 1. Conducive to good health; salutary. 2. Healthy. health  ful·ness n. fruit that will keep you moving. * Savvy Snacking: Looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. ways to resist the 3:00 p.m. urge to hit the vending machine? Consider stashing a variety of Del Monte No Sugar Added plastic fruit cups in your desk drawer for a quick, healthy and delicious snack. Talk about savvy snackingOwith 25 calories in each plastic cup, Del Monte No Sugar Added offers the perfect snack without the guilt. Del Monte No Sugar Added fruit, located in the canned-fruit aisle, is available now. The product currently retails nationally at $0.99 (8.25 oz. metal can), $1.59 (14.5 oz. metal can) and $2.59 (4 pack of 3.75 oz. plastic Fruit Cups). About Del Monte Foods Del Monte Foods is one of the country's largest and most well known producers, distributors and marketers of premium quality, branded food and pet products for the U.S. retail market, generating approximately $3 billion in net sales Net Sales The amount a seller receives from the buyer after costs associated with the sale are deducted. Notes: This amount is calculated by subtracting the following items from gross sales: merchandise returned for credit, allowances for damaged or missing goods, freight in fiscal 2006. With a powerful portfolio of brands including Del Monte([R]), StarKist([R]), S&W([R]), Contadina([R]), College Inn([R]), Meow Mix([R]), Kibbles 'n Bits Kibbles 'n Bits is a brand name of dog food manufactured and marketed by Del Monte Foods. It was originally created in 1981 as the first dual textured dog food, having soft chewy pieces as well as hard crunchy ones. In 1995, the brand was acquired by Del Monte. ([R]), 9Lives([R]), Milk-Bone([R]), Pup-Peroni([R]), Meaty Bone([R]), Snausages([R]) and Pounce([R]), Del Monte products are found in nine out of ten American households. The Company also produces, distributes and markets private label food and pet products. For more information on Del Monte Foods Company (NYSE:DLM), visit the Company's website at www.delmonte.com. Del Monte. Nourishing Families. Enriching Lives. Every Day. Editor's Note: Attached is a Nutrition Fact Sheet about Del Monte No Sugar Added fruits written by Laura Molseed, Registered Dietitian registered dietitian, n See dietitian, registered. for Del Monte Foods Nutrition Fact Sheet By Laura Molseed, Registered Dietitian Studies show that eating a diet rich in a variety of fruits may help to reduce the risk of chronic diseases and play a role in weight management. To encourage more fruit consumption, we are introducing Del Monte([R]) No Sugar Added peaches, pears and fruit cocktail products -- a new line of great tasting and convenient fruits that provides all of the wholesome nutrition and great taste with no sugar added. Eat Your Fruit America! Fruits are naturally low calorie foods that are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals and fiber. In addition, new products that are lower in calories and sugar help meet the growing needs of Americans to lower their weight and manage their blood sugar levels. Did you knowO The Dietary Guidelines dietary guidelines Cardiology A series of dietary recommendations from the Nutrition Committee of the Am Heart Assn, that promote cardiovascular health. See Caloric restriction, food pyramid, French paradox. for Americans, 2005 and MyPyramid recommend increasing fruit intake to 2 cups daily. Most Americans reported eating less than half the recommended daily amount. * Fruitful Fact: Del Monte No Sugar Added fruits offer a quick, convenient and healthy way to get an extra serving (or two) of fruit each day -- without adding additional sugar. The new products are also an excellent source of Vitamin C vitamin C or ascorbic acid Water-soluble organic compound important in animal metabolism. Most animals produce it in their bodies, but humans, other primates, and guinea pigs need it in the diet to prevent scurvy. , providing between 80 - 100% of the recommended daily value. The American Heart Association American Heart Association (AHA), n.pr a national voluntary health agency that has the goal of increasing public and medical awareness of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, and thereby reducing the number of associated deaths and disabilities. Recommendations for 2006 strongly encourage Americans to increase their fruit intake, and to look for fruits without added sugar. * Fruitful Fact: Del Monte No Sugar Added is sweetened with SPLENDA([R]) Brand Sweetener. SPLENDA([R]) Brand Sweetener is a no calorie sweetener made from sugar, so it tastes like sugar and is great for the whole family. Obesity rates continue to rise. It is estimated that 30% of the American population is obese and more than 60% is considered overweight. As obesity rates continue to rise, rates of Diabetes are also expected to rise - as much as double in the next 25 years. * Fruitful Fact: Del Monte No Sugar Added products contain 50% - 70% less calories and sugar than regular Del Monte fruit products. For additional information, please contact Michelle Faist at 412-222-8123 or Bryson W. Thornton at 412-222-8661. |
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