[Epidemiologic aspects of energy drink intake in Russian Federation].

Article examines the impact of 'energy" drinks that have become so popular in recent decades on people. As a research tool a short structured questionnaire was used. It included questions about whether the respondent used "energy" drinks and, if yes, how often; whether he/she had an experience of using it with alcohol; if one is informed about the affect of substances that are included in the drink on the organism; reason of using; the reason of debut consumption; primary feeling during and after consumption; primary feeling after taking a large dose of "energy" drink.

[Orientation of university students to sources of information on rational nutrition].

In organization of sanitary education of students on issues of balanced diet it is necessary to be guided on positively perceived sources of information and forms of education. According to our data, the university student editions and health education carried out by doctors of policlinics, providing medical services to the students of the University are of most importance.

[Features of feeding behavior of students of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia].

The feeding behavior of students of Peoples Friendship University of Russia from 55 countries (557 persons) was studied by questionary method. Most students (83%) recognized the changes in nutrition after admission to the university. A quarter of students noted the ill health.

[Comprehensive study of lighting at a higher educational purpose].

The visual fatigue-affecting conditions of the classes of a higher educational institute were examined in students. The authors determined the light level of working places and its compliance with hygienic regulations of the factors influencing the students' visual perception. They analyzed and identified avoidable causes of variance of the light level and conjugate variables.