If you need a last minute gift that will bring factual health related information to those you love consider a gift subscription to the following dependable newsletters: They are listed alphabetically.

Environmental Nutrition Newsletter

This is a monthly newsletter any consumer can rely on to get the latest information on nutrition and dietary strategies. 12 issues, $30 a year; Phone 1-800-829-5384 or, on the web, enu@palmcoastd.com

Nutrition Action Healthletter

Editor Michael Jacobsen is the Ralph Nader of Nutrition and health. The lead article of this savvy publication makes headlines every month. $24/10 issues includes membership in CSPI; Write: 1875 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Suite 300, Washington, DC 20009, or, on the web:circ@cspinet.org

Nutrition Alert

This bi-monthly review of nutrition related research by dietitian and author, Elizabeth Somer, is directed to health professionals. Although it is technical it is easy-to-understand. $15/year; There is no telephone number for subscription information, but if you go to Somer's web site you will receive an introduction to her philosophy, an overview of previous article and a place to get subscription information. www.Elizabethsomer.com

John Hopkins Medical Letter Health After 50

Tufts University Diet And Nutrition Newsletter

This is published monthly by Tufts University. It is marketed as "Your Guide to Living Healthier Longer." Most the short articles are on health related issues. $28/hear for 12 issues; Phone 1-800-274-7581 or go to www.healthletter.tufts.edu