The most common symptoms were diarrhea, fatigue, fever, chills, and headache. Four persons were hospitalized. The outbreak was caused by the chocolate milk being contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The contamination resulted from poor sanitation at the milk company and was exacerbated by transit temperatures that allowed for rapid growth of Listeria bacteria. This effect was sustained through six months.
Physical activity appears to relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve mood.
Regular physical activity lowers the risk of diabetes, colon cancer and cardiovascular disease, and favorably affects the immune system and arthritis. According to the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health, most of the beneficial effects of exercise disappear within 2 to 8 months if activity is not continued. Lycopene is more efficiently absorbed from cooked tomatoes than raw. A little oil is needed in the meal to facilitate Lycopene absorption. Over 35 children died in such accidents.