Pulse Health and Wellness Symposium

The international pulse trade organization, CICILS/IPTIC, will be hosting a Pulse Health and Nutrition Symposium in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico in May 2008 as part of its annual convention. Pulse, the dry edible seeds of legumes, including peas, beans, lentils and chickpeas, are diverse in color ans size and an affordable source of protein. Many pulses use little or no nitrogen fertilizer which makes them of enormous importance in sustainable food production systems. The Pulse Health and Nutrition Symposium will feature some of the world's leading nutritionists and scientists, and bring together the perspective of food processors, international development organizations, government agencies, health organizations and the international pulse sector. Learn about: - The drivers of change in food systems in the developing and developed world - The role of diet in addressing global trends in chronic disease and nutrition - The latest research on the role pulses can play in addressing chronic disease - How to nurture healthy peoeple and a healthy planet with pulses To register see: www.cicilsiptic.org

Contact Information:

Jackie Tenuta
204-925-4451
jtenuta@pulsecanada.com