Scientists De-Aged a Woman’s Skin Cells by 30 Years – The Daily Beast

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

While the Fountain of Youth is the stuff of legend, the search for a way to stop humans from aging is happening as we speakinside the laboratory.

In a study published in the journal eLife on April 8, scientists at Babraham Institute in the U.K. managed to de-age the skin cells of a 53-year-old woman by 30 years in a petri dish. Looking at age-related biological changes in the DNA, these genetically-modified younger cells appeared and behaved as any 23-year-old skin cell should. Notably, the team was also able to de-age the cells in less than two weeks.

The techniques used in this experiment have been around for the last few decades. However, with the woman's skin cells, the researchers managed to shave off time from the usually long process while also avoiding the problems reprogrammed cells can often run into, like inadvertently turning cancerous.

This kind of work is very important, Dr. Ivona Percec, a plastic surgeon and stem cell researcher at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, who was not involved in the study, told The Daily Beast. And its one thats been sought out by many scientists in order to reverse or delay aging.

Most rejuvenation or regeneration research makes use of human stem cells, which have the unique ability to develop into any other type of cell our body needs, such as muscle and brain cells. Stem cells can also renew themselves over time and serve as an internal repair system, replacing lost or damaged cells during a persons lifetime. But stem cells are quite difficult to produce in the laband are often rejected by the body when used in different types of therapies.

To get around these hurdles, scientists have been creating their own lab-grown stem cells called induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). They are created by taking any cell in our body and genetically editing it to resemble an embryonic stem cell, George Sen, a molecular biologist at the University of California San Diego who was not involved in the study, told The Daily Beast in an email.

To make their iPSCs, the Babraham researchers reversed the cellular clock on their 53-year-old skin cells by bathing them in a chemical solution that encourages the growth of proteins that reshape a cells DNA. To control how far they de-age the cells, the researchers allowed the bath to run for a little less than two weeks than the typical 50 days. Then they assessed the age of the skin cells by looking for age-related biological changes.

I remember the day I got the results back and I didn't quite believe that some of the cells were 30 years younger than they were supposed to be, Dilgeet Gill, a biomedical researcher at Babraham Institute and lead author of the study, told the BBC. It was a very exciting day!"

Young fibroblasts in the first image. The next two images are after 10 days, right with treatment. The last two images are after 13 days, right with treatment. Red shows collagen production which has been restored.

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These newly minted young skin cells, called fibroblasts, produce collagen, which is a protein responsible for healthy joints and elastic skin throughout the body. When researchers cut through the cell layer (like how if you injure your skin), the fibroblasts moved into the gash quickly to fill it, unlike the older cells.

Though the findings are quite encouraging, were still some ways from seeing this new de-aging technique used in a clinical setting. Experts also have some lingering questions regarding how long exactly this rejuvenation lasts and whether the new technique actually improves a cells lifespan.

The authors only looked for a short period of time after [applying Yamanaka factors] but what happens once the cell has divided a few times? Does the molecular clock catch up? asked Sen. The authors also never tested whether the de-aged fibroblasts behaved as younger fibroblasts in live animal models. This question would need to be addressed before this can be used as therapy.

Whether this is the key to the Fountain of Youth remains to be seen.

Dr. Johann Gudjonsson, University of Michigan

Dr. Johann Gudjonsson, a dermatologist who studies inflammatory skin conditions at The University of Michigan and wasn't involved in the study, is also skeptical of the experiment.

Whether this is the key to the Fountain of Youth remains to be seen, Gudjonsson told The Daily Beast in an email. He explained that telomeres, which are the caps binding the ends of DNA and shorten as we age, didnt appear to improve with the new studys treatment. Therefore while the function and state of the cells are rejuvenated it may not mean that their lifespan has changed, he said.

Even if longevity and immediate clinical applications arent in the cards, this new study does offer an interesting proof of concept for future medical research and potentially combating aging.

If this process can be applied to other cell types, one can imagine rejuvenating that particular cell type and using it to restore an aged/failing organ, said Sen. I believe this line of research has a lot of potential and we are just starting to understand the rules of how to reprogram cells.

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How to have a longevity mindset for anti-aging technology – Fast Company

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

The worlds billionaires arepouringmoney into age-reversal investments.

Last September, it came out thatJeff Bezos had invested in Altos Labs, a company pursuing biological reprogramming technology. Reprogramming is the scientific term for turning old cells young again. It was discovered in 2012 by Japanese scientist Shinya Yamanaka, who called it a potential elixir of life. The Nobel Prize in Medicine Committeeseemed to agree.

Bezosand Altosarent the only ones.

Theres Google-backedCalico Labs, also focused on longevity via reprogramming. AndLineage Cell Therapeutics, backed by BlackRock, Raffles Capital Management, Wells Fargo, and others.

Coinbase Co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong recently invested in a company working to radically extend human healthspan using epigenetic reprogramming therapies. Altogether, the anti-aging industry isexpected to grow toover $64 billionby 2026, a 45% increase from its 2020 value ($44 billion).

So, why are billionaires like Jeff Bezos investing in age-reversal or anti-aging tech?

Because they have aLongevity Mindset.

One way to understand the Longevity Mindset is by looking at its opposite.

Most people take the aging process for granted. If theyre disciplined, healthy, and lucky, theyll get 20 or so years of youth, start declining in their 40s, and die sometime between 60 and 80.

They accept that life expectancy is 81.2 years for females and 76.4 years for malesnothing they can do, just take the lemons and make lemonade.

And who can blame them? Nearly every human institutiongovernments, the insurance industry, medicine, religionis organized around this mindset.

The anti-Longevity Mindset is: mortality is inevitable, youth is fleeting.

So, the Longevity Mindset is: mortality is avoidable, youth is extendable.

If that sounds shocking to you, youre not the only one. For years, scientists supporting a Longevity Mindset were shunned, and as a result longevity studies were tabled for fear of losing grant funding.

But medicine has evolved.

Weve entered a period ofexponential medicine: Innovations like genome sequencing, RNA transcriptomics, Wnt pathway modifiers, vaccines, CRISPR, liquid biopsies, CAR-T cells, Gene Therapy, exosomes, and stem cells are just a sampling of the technologies that the worlds billionaires are fast-tracking.

Free from the narrow paradigm of academia, these scientists earn as much as five to tentimesa top professors salary by working for Altos and others.

Ultimately,aging is a diseasea disease that many of the most powerful people on the planet believe can be slowed, stopped, even reversed.

Thats the spirit of the Longevity Mindset.

Examine and assess the six basic areas of life that everyone, whether you live on the margins or in a mansion, must negotiate.

Laying the foundation of a Longevity Mindset doesnt take any capital investment. Everyone has beliefs, a media diet, and a community. Everyone has to sleep, eat, and move around.

In the background, billionaires like Bezos are accelerating the industry, working to bring cutting-edge longevity tech to human beings.

When they do, will you be ready?

This article originally appeared in Minutes and is reprinted with permission.

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Stanford study finds high energy use provides little benefit for health and well-being in richer nations – Stanford University News

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

April 12, 2022

Analysis of data from 140 countries suggests many rich countries could use less energy per capita without compromising health, happiness or prosperity. Countries struggling with energy poverty may be able to maximize well-being with less energy than previously thought.

By Josie Garthwaite

A good, long life requires energy: to illuminate hospitals, homes and schools, and make it possible to work, cook meals and study without inhaling toxic smoke or spending a full day collecting fuel. But at some point, energy stops being the limiting factor for well-being.

A child studies by lantern light. Globally, 1.2 billion people live without access to electricity. (Image credit: Triloks/iStock)

New research from Stanford University suggests that point the threshold beyond which greater energy use loses its link to national-level improvements in measures of health, economy and environment is surprisingly low.

The results, published April 12 in Ecosphere, suggest nations with high per capita energy use, such as the United States and Canada, could scale back consumption while maintaining or even improving well-being. Countries where energy poverty remains a challenge, meanwhile, may be able to maximize national health and prosperity with far less energy than scholars once thought.

The authors found todays average global energy consumption of 79 gigajoules per person could, in principle, allow everyone on Earth to approach the maximum health, happiness and environmental well-being of the most prosperous countries today, if distributed equitably.

Other scholars have sought for decades to pin down the bare minimum of energy supply required per capita to achieve a decent quality of life. Early estimates suggested a range of 10 to 65 gigajoules per person. Its one thing to identify where people dont have enough energy; its another to identify what our target might be, said lead study author Rob Jackson, professor of Earth system science at Stanfords School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences (Stanford Earth). How much additional energy needs to be provided?

Answering this question is not just an academic exercise. It is central to mapping out how the world can achieve international climate goals while building out modern energy services for the 1.2 billion people who live without electricity and the 2.7 billion who cook on stoves linked to 3.5 million premature deaths each year from household air pollution.

We need to address equity in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. Among the least sustainable ways to do that would be to raise everyone to the levels of consumption we have in the United States, said Jackson, who is the Michelle and Kevin Douglas Provostial Professor at Stanford and a senior fellow at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and at the Precourt Institute for Energy. Even using renewables, that would have serious, possibly catastrophic consequences for the environment, because of the materials, land and resources required to supply hundreds of gigajoules per year for each of the 8.5 billion people projected to inhabit Earth in 2030.

Reducing global population size would also tamp down total energy and resource needs, Jackson said. But there are other ways to close the global energy gap with fewer emissions. The new research provides a gauge for measuring some of the human impacts of one of them: reducing per capita energy use in what Jackson called energy profligate countries, while raising the rest of the worlds energy supply to comparable levels.

The new conclusions derive from statistical analysis of energy-use data for 140 countries from 1971 to 2018, as well as global data for nine metrics related to human well-being. Many of those metrics align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, a set of objectives aimed at ending an array of inequities while taking the risks of climate change into account.

The researchers looked at the primary energy supply, which includes all energy production minus exports, international marine and aviation bunkers, and changes in the amount of fuel held in storage, for each of the 140 countries. They then separated out the total energy that goes into increasing well-being from the energy that is wasted or employed for other purposes, such as trade.

Recognizing that well-being is likely to be limited by multiple factors, including income and GDP, the authors examined whether per capita energy use could decline in some countries while maintaining quality of life.

Across most metrics, including life expectancy, infant mortality, happiness, food supply, access to basic sanitation services and access to electricity, the authors found performance improved steeply, then peaked with annual energy use averaging 10 to 75 gigajoules per person. Thats less than the 2018 world average of 79 gigajoules per capita, and, at the higher end of the range, about a quarter of the U.S. average of 284 gigajoules per person.

U.S. energy use per capita has fallen slightly since the late 1970s, largely because of improvements in energy efficiency, but it remains high in part because of the nations outsize demands for energy for transportation.

In most countries that consume much more energy than the global average, further increasing energy use per capita might only marginally improve human well-being, said coauthor Chenghao Wang, a postdoctoral scholar in Jacksons lab and also a research fellow at the Stanford Center for Longevity.

The new study reveals at least 10 countries punching above their weight, with greater well-being than most other countries using similar amounts of energy per capita. The high performers include Albania, Bangladesh, Cuba, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Malta, Morocco, Norway and Sri Lanka.

Air quality stands apart from the other metrics examined by the authors, in that across 133 countries, it continued to improve with per capita energy use as high as 125 gigajoules. Thats on par with the annual per capita energy use of Denmark in 2018, and slightly higher than that of China. One reason may be that the early stages of energy development have historically been dominated by dirtier fossil fuels.

In the U.S., energy use rose steeply after World War II decades before federally imposed limits on pollution from tailpipes and smokestacks spurred improvements in the nations air quality. Wealthier countries like the U.S. tend to clean up their air only after they have built up wealth and the populace demands action, Jackson said.

Past research has shown that higher income doesnt necessarily lead to better and happier lives, said study co-author Anders Ahlstrm, a climate scientist at Lund University who worked on the research as a postdoctoral scholar in Jacksons lab at Stanford. Energy supply is similar to income in that way: Excess energy supply has marginal returns.

Co-authors are affiliated with Stockholm University, Princeton University and Jadavpur University.

This research was supported by Stanfords Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences and the Stanford Center on Longevitys New Map of Life initiative.

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Countries With The Highest Rates Of Vegetarianism – WorldAtlas

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

Vegetarianism focuses on a plant-based diet.

Vegetarianism is the practice of eating food obtained from plants and abstaining from meat products. It can sometimes include abstaining from most or all of animal products such as dairy, honey, and eggs, although this is most often categorized as veganism. People are drawn to vegetarianism for a multitude of reasons, some of which include religion, ethical motivation, health, environmental conservation, economic factors, dislike of meat, and culture. Below are the countries with the highest rate of reported vegetarianism around the world.

The number of vegetarians in Australia has been steadily increasing, and currently sits at 5.5% of the total population. Vegetarian Week is held from 1-7 October on an annual basis. Food businesses have adapted to the trend by offering vegan versions of popular dishes.

Ireland has 5% of the population adhering to vegetarianism. Irish culture has long embraced the consumption of meat, but vegetarianism is growing in the nation, as well as veganism. The vegan society of Ireland is a voluntary and not for profit organization that was established in 2009 by group of vegans to promote vegan philosophy that promotes the awareness of veganism as a lifestyle choice, environmental friendly option, just and a healthy way of living.

The only South American nation on the list is Brazil with a rate of 8% vegetarians. Several metropolises in the country are home to numerous vegan establishments including Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Curitiba. Vegetarianism in Brazil is associated with counterculture movements, Eastern religions and philosophies, anarchism, punks, Spiritism, indie youth subcultures, and New Ageism. The majority of vegetarians in the country is middle or upper-class urban dwellers who inhabit the Central-Southern half of Brazil.

The UK has seen an increasing number of vegetarians in recent years, and it is now estimated that about 9% of the countrys population is vegetarian. Many citizens started adopting the vegetarian lifestyle starting after the WWII. Presently, there are twice as many vegetarian women as men and the country now have the third highest rates of vegetarianism in Europe. Flexiterianism is also becoming a trend in the country, which refers to those who still consume meat but have made a conscious effort to do so less.

Germany's population is 9% vegetarian. Most Germans who switch to a plant-based diet cite environmental protection, animal rights, and perceived health benefits as motivation. Cities such as Berlin in Germany have experienced an increase in number of vegetarian and vegan establishments due to the increase in consumer demand.

Austria has a 9% vegetarianism rate. Vegetarianism has seen a steady increase in popularity as a lifestyle choice in Austria and there are vegetarian outlets across Vienna in particular. There is also the Austrian Vegan Society which was founded in 1999 and the Austrian vegan market has been growing steadily over the years.

Italy has one of the highest rates of vegetarianism in Europe at 10% of the whole population. Vegetarians in Italy cite different reasons for following the diet including ethical sensitivity towards animals, health consciousness, and environmental protection. The number of vegetarians in Italy has been increasing in recent years. In 2016, the city of Turin proposed a meat-reduction agenda targeted towards vegetarianism. The move was championed by the Mayor, Chiara Appendino, but was met with resistance from the inhabitants. The plan to promote vegetarianism is intended to educate people on animal rights, environmental health, and human health.

13% of Taiwans population observe a vegetarian diet and over 6,000 establishments which cater to vegetarians are operational in the nation. Hokkien, Hakka, and Buddhism vegetarian practices have helped to cultivate a plant-based culture in the nation. In 2007, Taiwan joined India and Sundarapore in instituting a meat ban. Taiwan has strict food labeling laws as they pertain to vegetarian food. The country is home to a famous movement dubbed "one day vegetarian every week" that has benefited from local and national government support.

In Israel 13% of the population are vegetarians. Vegetarianism in the country is credited to Judaism which restricts the consumption of animals. Vegetarianism in Israel is gradually becoming a lifestyle choice even for those who identify as non-religious. The country is home to hundreds of restaurants offering vegan meals. In 2014, Tel Aviv hosted the biggest vegan festival in the world where 15,000 people attended. The city is continuously ranked as a favorite destination for vegan travelers.

India is ranked top in the world with 38% of the total population being vegetarians. Vegetarianism in the region became popular after the introduction of Buddhism and Jainism which was around 6th Century BC. Both of the religions have the concept of ahimsa which emphasizes on respect and non-violence to all forms of life. Vegetarianism in the country is associated with Lacto-vegetarianism, where people eat dairy products but not eggs. India has one of the lowest rates of meat consumption in the world. However, the consumption of meat is common in coastal states such as West Bengal and Kerala. Vegetarianism is prevalent in communities such as Jain Community, Lingayat, Brahmins, and Vaishnav Community.

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Fixing the vegetarian plate: A new guide aims to correct misconceptions and educate the health-care community about the vegetarian diet – EurekAlert

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

According to a Report Buyer from 2017, 6% of consumers in the United States at the time claimed to be vegan, a significant jump from the 1% rate reported in 2014. An earlier study from 2010 estimated that there were 1.5 billion people following a vegetarian diet worldwide. There are many reasons that lead individuals to adopt a vegetarian diet including health-related issues, compassion for animals, concerns with planetary health and sustainability, and religion-related reasons, among others.

In the last years, the many individuals who have chosen to adopt a vegetarian diet no longer have difficulties in finding replacements for animal-based products such as milk, cheese, and eggs. In fact, the sales for substitute products have skyrocketed in the last years showing a growth rate 2.5 times higher than the total food sales. A study from 2021 reveals that the sales of substitute products grew 27%, going from US$ 5.5 billion to US$ 7 billion between 2019 and 2020 in the United States. However, there is still a lot of misinformation and misconceptions linked to the vegetarian diet, which is still not fully accepted as a healthy choice by many professionals in the health-care community.

To fix misconceptions, demystify the vegetarian plate and educate the medical community about the vegetarian diet, the International Vegetarian Union, an institution that is more than 100 years old with representatives worldwide, just launched the Guide to Vegan Nutrition for Adults, a 500-page comprehensive document about the vegetarian diet that is based on sound information backed by more than 700 peer-reviewed studies. "Our intention with this guide is to educate the health-care community about the benefits of a vegetarian diet by informing how each essential nutrient works and by correcting misconceptions, so doctors and dietitians will be better prepared to support the dietary choices of their patients," says Dr Eric Slywitch, the main author of the Guide.

The Guide cites peer-reviewed studies that have demonstrated how the vegetarian diet may be used as a treatment for specific conditions or a way to prevent diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and obesity. On supplementation, the Guide corrects the long-time misconception that vegetarians need to add supplements to their diet whereas those following an omnivorous diet do not. The truth is that studies comparing diets do not take into consideration that farmed animals receive loads of supplements that end up on the plate of consumers of meat and animal products.

In fact, the only supplementation that those on a well-balanced vegetarian diet need to take is vitamin B12, and when it comes to B12 deficiency vegetarians are not alone. Studies have shown that 40% of the population worldwide have insufficient levels of B12. The Guide has more than 40 pages dedicated to this vitamin that explain its metabolism, how it is absorbed, the recommended levels of B12, how to treat B12 deficiency, and how to keep adequate levels of this vitamin.

Another misconception related to the vegetarian diet that is clarified in the Guide relates to phytoestrogen, which is found in soy, a staple food to many vegetarians. Because phytoestrogens share structural similarities with estradiol (17--estradiol), a number of studies have investigated whether a high intake of soy-based foods could affect the balance of sex and thyroid hormones. Some studies have also investigated whether phytoestrogens could be associated with a higher risk of developing estrogen-depending breast cancer. In 2016 and again in 2019 two meta-analyses showed that intake of soy-based food is in fact associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer and improved survival in those with the disease. Even though the American Cancer Society has encouraged the consumption of soy by breast cancer survivors since 2012, many doctors still tell their patients to avoid high intake of soy-based foods.

The Guide provides detailed information on all major nutrients required for the proper function of the human body, including vitamins, proteins, calcium, iron, zinc, iodine, and omega-3, to mention a few. It tells how the nutrient is absorbed, what the recommended levels are, what source foods are rich in the nutrient, what symptoms are associated with its deficiency, and the benefits associated with its intake.

The Guide to Vegan Nutrition for Adults is the first of its kind. After the first section that starts by explaining what exactly vegetarianism is, the following sections elucidate about supplementation, the nutritional adequacy of a vegetarian diet, macro and micronutrients, and antinutritional factors. Besides the PDF document, the Guide also directs the reader to classes available on YouTube taught by the Guide's main author Dr Eric Slywitch.

Lastly, the Guide provides a 30-day vegetarian menu that includes dishes from all over the world and recipes on how to prepare the food. The Guide is available for free in PDF format at the International Vegetarian Union's website and may be used for consultation by doctors and health-care professionals to better understand how the vegetarian diet can help their patients, and by anyone interested in having only good food on their plate.

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Global Pea Protein Market to be Driven by the Growing Trend of Vegan and Vegetarianism in the Forecast Period of 2021-2026 ChattTenn Sports -…

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

The new report by Expert Market Research titled, GlobalPea Protein MarketReport and Forecast 2021-2026, gives an in-depth analysis of the global pea protein market, assessing the market based on its segments like types, forms, applications, and major regions. The report tracks the latest trends in the industry and studies their impact on the overall market. It also assesses the market dynamics, covering the key demand and price indicators, along with analysing the market based on the SWOT and Porters Five Forces models.

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Market Overview (2016-2026)

The pea powder industry has been witnessing considerable growth owing to the rising demand of vegetarian products, increasing concerns regarding heart related diseases caused by red meat consumption and increasing awareness among consumer regarding the consumption of a healthy diet. Rising lifestyle related health problems, such asdiabetes, allergies and obesity, have led to a shift towardsvegandietary habits. Moreover, it is dairy and gluten free owing to which it serves as a suitable choice for people who suffer fromglutenallergy or lactose intolerance. Peaprotein powderis likely to witness a rise in demand due to its wide applications in themeat substitutes industry.

Industry Definition and Major Segments

Pea protein is made by segregating the protein from ground yellow peas. It is a healthy source of iron, and can be easily digested by our body. Pea protein is a healthy vegetarian food source due to its nutritional value and low allergenicity. It can also help increase muscle mass, losing weight, and provide essential nutrients such as arginine and branched chain amino acids.

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The regional markets for pea protein industry include:

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Market Trends

The key market trends driving the growth of therobotictechnology industry include the growing demand for meat substitutes and allergen friendly sports and fitness supplements. Rising awareness regarding healthy protein intake in everyday life along with its functional benefits such as it reduces appetite resulting in weight loss, increases muscle mass and strength, and maintains bone health, and bolsters immune health will augment the product demand. According to recent research and studies excessive consumption of meat and meat products has resulted in increasing risk of heart diseases, cancer, and obesity. All these factors are expected to significantly contribute to the demand for robotic technology in the forecast period.

Key Market Players

The major players in the market are Roquette Frres S.A, Burcon NutraScience Corporation, Axiom Foods Inc, Farbest-Tallman Foods Corporation, Cosucra Groupe Warcoing SA, and Shandong Jianyuan Group, among others. The report covers the market shares, capacities, plant turnarounds, expansions, investments and mergers and acquisitions, among other latest developments of these market players.

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How Wally Fry grew a plant-based food empire in South Africa – How we made it in Africa

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

Wally Fry

Assigning Wally Fry the title of pioneer of plant-based foods in South Africa is well justified. The epitome of an early market entrant, the Fry Family Food Co. was established in 1991 at a time when vegetarianism was largely considered a fad in South Africa, and retailers had little to no faith in the demand for meat substitute products. How the former KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) farm boy and livestock trader built up the business may not have been commercially conventional, but it certainly proved successful.

Wally Fry is emphatic that the establishment of the Fry Family Food Co. in 1991 was an aspiration and value-driven decision rather than a profit-driven one. In the three decades since, the business has led the growth of plant-based and meat-free food products in South Africa, making vegan and vegetarian options easily accessible to consumers looking for alternative protein sources.

Speaking to How we made it in Africa from Australia, where he now lives, Wally credits his wife Debbie with introducing him to a meat-free diet while he, ironically, was in the goat and cattle trade. I met my wife while I was a livestock agent and she was already a vegetarian. I didnt even know what a vegetarian was at the time, he says.

After the two married, Wally worked in his father-in-laws construction business and then established his own small construction company. It was while in the building industry that he became involved in the development of a 1,000-sow piggery in KZN. Visiting the site once in operation, he describes his shock at the conditions in which the bred-for-meat animals were held.

His final push towards a meat-free philosophy came when his young daughter also became a vegetarian and started asking questions about the reasons animals were reared and killed for food. She asked questions I didnt have the answers to. I started to do some research and was flabbergasted at the extent of biodiversity destruction as a direct result of livestock farming. It was an epiphany for me. Discovering alternative food sources to meat became a passion, a desire, a calling, he explains.

Realising he would not last long on a diet of rice and lentils, Wally began to experiment with ingredients in the family kitchen, learning how to process raw materials such as soya and make emulsions from vegetable-based fats.

The kind of food development I was doing at the time was unknown in the world. This was tough, as there was no-one I could go to for advice and I had to figure things out myself, he describes.

Producing homemade meat-free alternatives for family and friends, Wally reveals he had no desire to commercialise the concept until he was approached by a marketing specialist in 1992 who recognised the opportunity, drew up a free business plan for the Fry Family Food Co. and introduced him to players in production and packaging. He taught me so many things about the retail business and I am forever grateful for his intervention.

Wally soon approached the food buyer of a large national retailer, secured a meeting and provided a tasting of his meat-free sausage, hotdog, polony and burger, preparing the food on a two-burner camping stove in the small kitchen of the supermarket chain head office. He liked the product and said he would give us a listing in 33 stores nationally, but he had no idea of our limited production capacity, and we hadnt even finalised packaging yet.

The companys meat-free burger product.

To fill the order, I bought second-hand food manufacturing machinery at an auction in Durban, installed it in a small factory space I owned, employed a recently retrenched butcher who knew how to operate the processors, and slowly began production.

The original team comprising himself, his single factory employee, and his wife, Debbie was soon successfully running production.

Wally explains that the business was completely self-funded and that, once he left the construction trade, the family lived off rental income from several small factories he owned. No borrowed funding was ever used. All the profits were reinvested with the simple mantra if I cant pay cash for it, then I dont need it, he notes.

Within 18 months of its first listing, Fry Family Food Co. products had appointed distribution agents across the country and Wally had acquired listings in every national branch of Pick n Pay, followed by Checkers, Makro, Spar and multiple independent retailers.

As consumer interest in meat-free alternatives grew along with demand, Wally continued to develop new meat-free and plant-based products, branching into plant-based chicken offerings.

In 1992, the original factory was producing around 300kg of product a day and, in 2005, the business opened its first 5,000m2 custom-built factory in Durban. Because no-one had ever produced food like this before, we had to design our own machinery. We ended up with a factory that produced up to 14 tonnes in a 24-hour period, he says.

Wally describes the business expansion into the international market as largely serendipitous. Upon relocating to Australia in 1998, the companys key accountant recognised the lack of plant-based products and meat substitutes on the market and convinced Wally to ship an container of products to Australia. After a slow start, Frys products were soon listed in over 2,000 stores across Australia. It was an incredible growth off a tiny base, Wally notes.

The following year, the company started exporting into the UK and Belgium, signalling its entrance into the European market. The way we expanded into foreign markets was completely unplanned and without a defined strategy. Someone would try our products in one country and contact us to say they wanted to represent us in another market. After we checked their credentials, they would pay upfront for stock, which we would then ship, and this resulted in a fantastic global network of agents. We honestly had no strategy around reaching a certain number of sales, we were just happy with whatever we got.

Frys products in a supermarket.

Fry attributes the success of the business to the fact that the people they were selling to knew the company was run and operated by a vegan and vegetarian family with a moral cause, which provided the brand authenticity.

Today, Fry Family Food Co. products are listed in 8,000 outlets across 27 countries.

In 2020 Wally sold a majority stake in the Fry Family Foods Co. to the LiveKindly Collective. This was after the New York-based LiveKindly Collective raised US$200 million in capital from several global investors, including its founders, entrepreneurs and family offices, to acquire brands that would ultimately establish one of the worlds largest plant-based food companies.

Upon acquisition in 2020, the Fry Family Food Co. was producing some 5,000 tonnes of product per annum. I sold the business in 2020 to a large New York-based business without ever having borrowed a cent, says Wally.

Despite the acquisition, the Fry Family Food Co. remains a family affair. Wallys daughters Tammy and Hayley head up marketing, and research and development, respectively, and son Shaun acts as general managing director in the Australia and New Zealand region. Wally remains a consultant and advisor to the business on an ad hoc basis.

With its primary production facility still located in Durban, Frys Family Food Co. under the LiveKindly umbrella has since established a second manufacturing plant in Europe.

Although much of the Durban-based manufacturing and processing machinery has been scaled, upgraded or digitalised, many of Frys original manufacturing machines remain in operation today. The sausage packaging machine I designed and built in 1995, for example, is still packaging five tonnes a day, he says.

Leveraging off the larger footprint and network offered under the LiveKindly Collective, the Fry Family Food Co. plans further expansion into international markets, as well as the development of additional meat-free and plant-based products.

Plant-based living is a fast-growing trend in the world, and to meet the demand, better and better alternatives to traditional meat, fish and dairy products are being developed at a mind-bending speed, says Wally.

The Fry Family Food Co. factory in Durban, South Africa.

Describing a holistic approach based on the belief that the health of animals, the planet and consumers are intrinsically linked, the company is meticulous about the sourcing of raw materials and manufacturing for its now over 60-strong product range. It continues to source non-genetically modified proteins from ethical sources that are rigorously tested and certified free from pesticides to produce quality products that are preservative-free and 100% vegan.

Sources of protein include soya, wheat, rice, quinoa, pea and chia seeds, while fats are derived from sunflower oil, flaxseed oil and coconut oil. Carbohydrates in the form of potato, maize starch and wheat flour are used in the production process. Flavourings are derived from a variety of plants.

Recent data suggests global consumers are increasingly looking to meat-free and plant-based food alternatives as they adopt a growing preference for foods perceived to be healthier and more sustainable. A 2021 report by Bloomberg Intelligence predicts the plant-based food market will grow from $29.4 billion in 2020 to over $162 billion by 2030, or 7.7% of the expected $2.1 trillion global protein market.

It states that while about 5% of the global population identify as vegan, flexitarians who eat a primarily vegetarian diet but occasionally consume meat or fish constitute around a third of the US population.

We expect the sales growth for plant-based meat and dairy alternatives will outpace conventional products, supported by increased production capacity, lower retail prices, broader distribution gains and consumer acceptance, according to the report.

In the UK, market intelligence agency Mintel reported in 2019 that the number of Britons consuming meat-free options had increased from 50% in 2017 to 65% in 2019. Meanwhile, the sales of meat-free foods have grown an impressive 40%, from 582 million in 2014 to an estimated 816 million in 2019. Such is the popularity of meat-free food that sales in the UK are expected to be in excess of 1.1 billion by 2024, it found.

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Europe Plant-Based Food Market Worth $16.7 Billion by 2029 – Exclusive Report by Meticulous Research – Yahoo Finance

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

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Europe Plant-based Food Market by Type [Dairy Alternatives, Plant-based Meat, Meals, Confectionery, Beverages, Egg Substitutes, Seafood), Source (Soy, Wheat, Pea, Rice), Distribution Channel (B2B, B2C (Convenience Store, Online Retail)]- Forecast to 2029

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Veganism is a contemporary and expanding societal phenomenon that has been lately growing in European countries, which is demonstrated by the steadily growing number of vegans and people following plant-based diets. In recent years, there has been a growing trend toward vegetarianism and veganism in Europe due to growing awareness of health, environmental concerns, and compassion for animals. Within the last four years, the number of vegans in Europe has doubled from 1.3 million to the current estimated figure of 2.6 million, representing 3.2% of the population. Nearly half of all-vegan Europeans (45.5%) say they would like to see more vegan alternatives for sausages and cold cuts, followed by cheese substitutes as the next product on their want-list. There also seems to be strong demand for plant-based baked goods (38.6%) as well as more snacks (32.9%) (Source: Veganz).

In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of lactose-intolerant consumers. Lactose tolerance is exceptionally widespread in Northern European countries like Sweden and Finland. In addition, Turkey, Italy, Germany, and Spain recorded some of the highest numbers of lactose-intolerant consumers. Therefore, the target market for plant-based food and beverage is not limited to vegans but includes a vast majority of consumers, including flexitarians, lactose-intolerant consumers, and even consumers looking for clean-label food and beverage options.

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The growing vegetarianism, declining meat consumption, increasing preference for plant food, and increasing venture capital investment in animal alternatives are some of the major factors driving the market for plant-based food products in Europe.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Europe plant-based food market

The COVID-19 pandemic created new momentum for plant-based food and drink in Europe. During the pandemic, consumer demand for plant-based diets accelerated in this region. A study published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health found that vegetarian and vegan diets had a lower risk of developing moderate-to-severe COVID-19. Many food companies are rapidly increasing investments in plant-based products to meet consumer demand for plant-based products and partly to offset risks associated with animal-based products that the COVID-19 pandemic exposed. Few to be listed are:

In June 2021, Heura Food (Spain) raised USD 4.8 million through a crowdfunding campaign to fuel its R&D and launch new plant-based meat products.

In September 2020, The Meatless Farm (U.K.) raised USD 31 million in funding to keep up with post-COVID demand.

In July 2020, Follow Your Heart (U.S.) partnered with U.K.-based Tesco stores. As a part of this development, the companys Vegenaise will be available in just over 550 outlets, and its Smoked Gouda and Medium Cheddar Slices in 300 outlets in the U.K.

In September 2020, Nestl SA introduced a meatier-tasting version of its flagship plant burger and launched an oats-and-peas version of its Nesquik cocoa drink in Europe. In 2020, vegetarian and plant-based sales posted strong double-digit growth, supported by new launches.

In December 2019, Unilever PLC (U.K.) invested EUR 85 million in The Hive, the innovation of a food center at Wageningen University (Netherlands) to support research into plant-based ingredients and meat alternatives, efficient crops, sustainable food packaging, and nutritious food.

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These increased investments during the pandemic to fuel R&D activities and increase plant-based product sales benefit stakeholders in the plant-based product market in Europe.

Plant-based Food Market in Europe - An Overview

The Europe plant-based food market is segmented based on type, source, distribution channel, and country.

Based on type, the Europe plant-based food market is segmented into dairy alternatives, meat substitutes, meals, baked goods, confectionery, RTD beverages, eggs substitutes, seafood substitutes, and others. The dairy alternatives segment is estimated to command the largest share of the European plant-based food market, mainly attributed to increased demand for dairy alternatives from the lactose intolerant population. With the issues like lactose intolerance and milk allergy arising from the consumption of cows milk, there has been an increased demand for plant-based alternative milk in Europe. However, the seafood substitute segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on source, the soy segment is expected to account for the largest share of the overall plant-based food market in Europe in 2022. The dominant position of this segment is mainly attributed to the rising demand for soy ingredients due to its easy availability, high quality, cost-effectiveness, wider application areas, and higher consumer acceptance for soy-based food products. However, the pea segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

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Based on distribution channel, the B2C segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the overall plant-based food market in Europe in 2022. The large share of this market is mainly attributed to increased shelf space for plant-based products in modern groceries, increased retail sales of plant-based food in supermarkets & hypermarkets, growing preference for shopping from brick-and-mortar grocers due to easy access & availability, and increasing consumer acceptance for vegan & vegetarian food products. This segment is also expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Geographically, Germany is expected to account for the major share of the European plant-based food market in 2022. This growth can be attributed to the growing vegetarian population, increased consumer awareness, increasing concern about animal welfare, and growth in vegan and vegetarian restaurants. Veganism in Germany is becoming a popular trend.

The key players operating in the plant-based food market in Europe are Beyond Meat Inc. (U.S.), Danone S.A. (France), Amys Kitchen Inc. (U.S.), The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (U.S.), Daiya Foods Inc. (Canada), Marlow Foods Ltd. (U.K.), Taifun Tofu GmbH (Germany), Vbite Food Ltd (U.K.), Plamil Foods Ltd (U.K.), Plant & Bean Ltd (U.K.), Unilever PLC (U.K.), Berief Food GmbH (Germany), Nestl S.A. (Switzerland), The Meatless Farm (U.K.), and Veganz Group AG (Germany) among others.

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Scope of the Report

Europe Plant-based Food Market, by Type

Dairy Alternatives

Milk

Cheese

Yogurt

Butter

Ice Cream

Creamer

Others

Meat Substitutes

TVP

Burger Patties

Tempeh

Hot Dogs and Sausages

Seitan

Meatballs

Ground Meat

Nuggets

Crumbles

Shreds

Others

Meals

Baked Goods

Confectionery

RTD Beverages

Egg Substitutes

Seafood Substitutes

Others

Europe Plant-based Food Market, by Source

Soy

Almond

Wheat

Pea

Rice

Others

Europe Plant-based Food Market, by Distribution Channel

Business-to-Business

Business-to-Customers

Modern Groceries

Convenience Store

Specialty Store

Online Retail

Others

Europe Plant-based Food Market, by Country

Germany

U.K.

Spain

Italy

France

Netherlands

Belgium

Austria

Poland

Portugal

Rest of Europe (RoE)

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Healthy Living to offer four workshops in May – sidneydailynews.com

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

SIDNEY The Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2 is offering four free six-week Healthy Living workshops in May, taking place on phone discussion or Zoom call.

The workshops being offered are:

Healthy Living with Chronic Conditions Phone discussion begins on May 3, taking place Tuesdays from 3 to 4 p.m.

Healthy Living with Diabetes Phone discussion begins on May 4, taking place Wednesdays from 3 to 4 p.m.

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain Phone discussion group begins on May 5, taking place Thursdays from 3 to 4 p.m.

Healthy Living with Chronic Conditions Zoom workshop begins May 6, taking place Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Registration for all workshops is needed by April 22.

The workshop is open to adults of any age living with a chronic health condition and/or their caregivers. Healthy Living workshops focus on common problems like chronic pain, nutrition, exercise, medication use, emotions, and communicating with doctors and family. Participants develop skills and coping strategies to manage symptoms through setting achievable goals, problem-solving, decision-making, social support, and more.

Healthy Living workshops are an opportunity to put health first and take the time needed to form new, healthy habits in an encouraging environment. Only 20% of personal health is determined by what happens in the doctors office.

To learn more visit https://info4seniors.org/news/wellness-progams/ or reach out to [emailprotected] or 937-341-3001.

Workshops are supported by the Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2. The Agency on Aging helps older adults of west central Ohio remain in their homes with independence and dignity. The organization is an independent, private, nonprofit corporation that plans and funds services for older persons in Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby Counties

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Center for Healthy Living to offer program focused on taking control of Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes – Purdue University

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

As part of the Healthy Boiler Programs physical health pillar, the Center for Healthy Living (CHL) on Purdue's West Lafayette campus offers an eight-week diabetes program multiple times throughout the year. "Taking Control of My Diabetes" (TCMD) is open to benefits-eligible employees and dependents covered on a Purdue health plan. The program is geared toward those living with Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes or those supporting someone with a diagnosis. The next session will begin May 5.

The 14-week virtual lifestyle management program covers a variety of topics related to Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes with a goal of equipping participants with the knowledge and resources needed to manage the disease as best as they can. As a result of the program, participants will understand what diabetes is and how lifestyle changes are part of managing blood glucose.

A pre- and post-program evaluation to measure knowledge and beliefs as well as satisfaction with the program are required.

Participants have access to expert services of the centers health care professionals, including CHL pharmacists who are specially trained in medication therapy management, as well as the two facilitators of the upcoming session:

Eligible participants will receive a glucose meter and test strips to check their blood glucose levels. Program participants can continue to receive glucose testing supplies after the program if they continue to meet with a health coach on a monthly basis.

Many past participants in the program have seen improvement in their A1c, a blood test that measures a patients blood glucose level over the past three months, and more.

I would highly recommend this class to any diabetic or someone who has been diagnosed as prediabetic, says Leigh Ann Griffin, senior quality advisor at Regenstrief Center for Healthcare Engineering, who has lived with Type 2 diabetes for approximately 20 years and previously participated in the TCMD program. I decided that I could benefit from a refresher course of how to act like a diabetic by eating and cooking healthy and could use all the assistance I could get with motivating me to exercise. And I didnt even have a working blood glucose meter anymore, and this class was giving us one for free! So, I signed up. Knowledge is power, and this class provides you with much needed knowledge to properly manage your diabetes.

Those interested should register by April 28 via the Healthy Boiler Portal. The registration link can be found under the Healthy Boiler Workshops section on the portals homepage. Hover over the workshops square and hit Submit to register.

Individuals living with Type 1 diabetes can meet monthly with a health coach but are not required to participate in the 14-week Taking Control of My Diabetes program to take advantage of the test strips and blood sugar meter opportunity.

Healthy Boiler workshops and lifestyle programs are free to all benefits-eligible faculty and staff and dependents covered on a Purdue health plan.

Contact the CHL at 765-494-0111 for more information.

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Redmond Senior Center to host Healthy Living Fair next week – KTVZ

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Redmond Senior Center will host its first annual Healthy Living Fair on Tuesday,April 12from 1-4 p.m. The Healthy Living Fair is focused on health and wellness for older adults to learn and gain resources on aging well.

There will be educational workshops, health care organizations providing resources, health screenings, fitness demonstrations, healthy refreshments, and even a walk-through colon!

This is an excellent opportunity to learn more from health and wellness businesses; to increase your health consciousness through wellness screenings; to gain resources in the community; to learn about healthy lifestyle changes; and to gain valuable information on positive self-care practices.

We are excited to work with the myriad of community partners who signed up as exhibitors and come together for a day of learning about how to age well, at whatever stage of life someone may be in, said Jane Jarman, Redmond Senior Center program director. Join us for lunch before the healthy living fair! Our incredible chef Jose will be cooking up a healthy meal to kick off the rest of the event.

The goal of the Healthy Living Fair is to get older adults in our community thinking about ways to positively impact the aging process and access resources they may otherwise not connect with on a regular basis.

Some of the exhibitors from the community are: St. Charles Community Care, Parkinsons Resources of Oregon, Partners in Care, Hospice of Redmond, various local Senior Living facilities, Veterans of Foreign War post in Redmond, Caption Call, Council on Aging, A Senior Moment, Cascade Canine Rescue East & West, Funeral Pre-Arrangement, Redmond Parks and Rec, Stroke Awareness Oregon, Humana, and Mosaic Medical.

Todd Dickerson, Redmond Senior Center executive director, shared, We couldnt be happier to host an event like this in person and provide our community with the resources and support they need to age well. The last two years have been hard on everyone, and even harder on our older adults. Its time to think about healthy living again, and we want to be the place where everyone feels comfortable coming to ask those questions, get the resources they need, and share in healthy activities together.

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The Redmond Senior Center was launchedby volunteers over 70 years ago (1949) when the population in Redmond was less than 3000 residents. It continues to operate as the hub and sole resource in Redmond focused entirely on seniors. It is a stand-alone nonprofit solely supported by membership, public and private grants, businesses, occasional special events, donations, and countless volunteer resources. It does not receive tax revenues nor is it operated by the City of Redmond or the Redmond Area Parks and Recreation District.

The Redmond Senior Center continues to provide essential services for older adults in the community, through Meals on Wheels, Congregate Dining, regular activities, and support services. For more information contact the Redmond Senior Center 9 am to 2 pm weekdays at 541-548-6325 or atinfo@redmondseniors.organd check the website atwww.redmondseniors.org.

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DC ranks high on list of healthiest cities across the country – WTOP

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

D.C. is outpacing most other cities when it comes to healthy living. It ranked No. 10 overall in WalletHub's rankings, but there is room for improvement when it comes to fitness.

D.C. is outpacing most other cities when it comes to healthy living.

A new WalletHub survey released Monday reviewed four key categories that promote wellness, including the quality of health care, food, fitness and the amount of green spaces.

And D.C. ranked No. 10 overall in WalletHubs rankings.

Researchers discovered the District ranks high in three of those four categories. D.C. scored highest in the food category, meaning the District has many places such as farmers markets to buy a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Where the District needs to see improvement is the fitness category. The study discovered fewer adults work out in D.C. compared with other places. One reason might be the cost: It was among the cities with the highest average monthly cost for a fitness club membership.

San Francisco, Seattle and San Diego were the top ranked cities overall. Laredo, Texas; Gulfport, Mississippi; and Brownsville, Texas, were at the bottom, ranked Nos. 180 through 182, respectively.

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Living salad bar could be the wave of the future – KSBY News

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

DALLAS, TX Walking around a massive greenhouse on the campus of Texas A&Ms Agrilife program just outside of Dallas, Joe Masabni grabs a handful of fresh basil growing out of what resembles a section of gutter from the side of a home.

As he clips the basil, an aroma of herbal essence fills the space around.

You can just smell that freshness, Masabni explains.

Masabni has spent decades researching the urban horticultural movement and spends his time helping to advise average, everyday Americans who are looking to start growing their own food.

The first year is a struggle but after that, theres a joy in growing plants year-round, he explains.

At Texas A&M, they are taking urban horticultural to a new level and to a new place: the office breakroom.

Every few weeks, rolling greenhouse carts are rotated into the campus cafeteria. For lunch, employees can pick their own leafy greens straight from the source in a vertical garden system.

We just need to encourage people to grow their own food, said Dr. Genhua Nio, who helped start the program.

Dr. Niu sees the whole concept as having much broader implications. Many schools across the country are experimenting with growing their own food indoors. Not only does it provide a fresh, healthy batch of produce but it also helps people have a better appreciation for where their food comes from.

Hopefully we can grow more fruiting vegetable, tomatoes, strawberries in a controlled environment, she said.

Back in the greenhouse Joe Masabni knows it will take time for the urban horticultural push to move beyond just indoor spaces, but he sees the future of food production in this country happening here in the great indoors.

Land is becoming more and more scarce," he said. "Theres more development. Its becoming cheaper to build indoor farms on the periphery of a city."

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Health and law: When you are carrying a disabled child – Monitor

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

A birth defect is a health problem that is present when a baby is born. The defects range from mild to life-threatening and limiting. The risk for birth defects varies by type of defect, family health history and age of the parents, among other factors. Some birth defects have no cure but such children can often be treated to help reduce the symptoms.

With the advancement in medical technology, many researchers are trying to find ways to prevent a number of birth defects. However, not all birth defects can be prevented. While some mothers only find out after giving birth that their children have a disability, some are able to detect it before birth.

Some of the conditions that can be detected before a child is born using a computed tomography scan (CT) scan, blood tests or amniotic fluid include Gastroschisis where the babys intestines are found outside of the babys body, exiting through a hole beside the belly button.

Chromosomal defects such as Edwards and Down Syndrome can be detected through blood tests with samples taken from the mother. These tests according to May-Lyton Namata, a laboratory technologist at Sinux Labs, must be done between 12 to 20 weeks of pregnancy and they usually cost between Shs250,000 to Shs350,000. She adds that beyond this time, the methods would be invasive and likely to affect the unborn baby.

Neural tube defects such as spina bifida, anencephaly, and encephalocele, irregular (zigzag) spine, short limbs or complete absence of limbs and absence of an anal pathway can also be detected

According to Elisha Atuhairwe, a radiographer at Remnant Diagnostic Centre, one needs multiple tests to confirm a disability. In some incidents, the child has more than one disability.

If the foetus has no brain or a part of the brain is missing or completely has no head, we usually advise the mother to terminate the pregnancy. For other abnormalities, the doctor may recommend an abortion depending on how severe the problem is and if it would be treatable, he says.

About 32 years ago, after an ultra-sound, Jane Francis Mutesi found out her unborn baby had not developed limbs at 20 weeks. Just like her husband, she was terrified at the thought of giving birth to a physically challenged child.

The couple rejected the option given by the doctors to terminate the unborn life, as they regarded it as murder. We were considered as a highly religious household and we treasured our faith as opposed to the fears we had raising our child, she says.

To overcome her worries on balancing quality care for a disabled child and a busy work schedule, Mutesi resorted to hiring a professional caretaker to assist her while she was away.

I decided to get help from professionals which was costly over the years until my son succumbed to cerebral malaria and passed on shortly after, she shares.

Unlike Mutesi, Gorreti Bwanika made an informed decision 25 years ago to terminate her pregnancy. With consent from her husband, she agreed that the pregnancy be terminated because of the financial impact and trauma they would face seeing their baby undergoing multiple surgeries. When she returned home, she told her family that she had lost the baby.

I was advised by the health worker during my antenatal visits that my unborn child had no chance of living a healthy life as its heart had abnormalities. I had no choice but to painfully comply with the clinical procedure and terminate the pregnancy, she recalls.

The Ugandan law strongly disregards abortion, which is clearly stipulated in Article 22 clause 2 of the constitution of the republic of Uganda according to Patrick Nasimanya, a lawyer from Paul Byaruhanga Advocates. However, if a mother is a victim of rape, sexual violence, incest or has a pre-existing conditions such as HIV or cervical cancer, one is given the right to seek an abortion, clinically termed as a miscarriage.

No person has the right to terminate the life of an unborn child except as may be authorised by law, he stresses.

Ugandas Penal Code states in Section 141: Any person who, with intent to procure the miscarriage of a woman whether she is or is not with child, unlawfully administers to her or causes her to take any poison or other noxious thing, or uses any force of any kind, or uses any other means, commits a felony and is liable to imprisonment for fourteen years.

Nonetheless, Nasimanya says, it must be noted that Section 217 of the Code provides that a person is not criminally responsible for performing in good faith and with reasonable care and skill a surgical operation upon an unborn child for the preservation of the mothers life.

In addition, Section 205 of the Code provides that no person shall be guilty of the offence of causing by willful act a child to die before it has an independent existence from its mother if the act was carried out in good faith for the purpose of preserving the mothers life.

He says, The law is based on the argument about the mothers health. There is no specific clause of the childs state of disability but lawyers argue citing from that code, such a child can hurt the mothers mental state of health. Both physical and mental harm to mother is the argument and so it is legally clinically accepted to carry on miscarriage.

Evangelist Testimony Nsubuga of Hope Alive Ministries dismisses all justified grounds to carry out abortion which he says is clearly against the will of God as written in the Ten Commandments. He recognises the social ridicule and neglect from spouses that consider this as a curse and encourages couples to stay supportive of each other and the children with disability.

Disability among children born this way can be a trial for the parents and how they handle it counts. Victims need to pray for their unborn children and also receive them with acceptance and love no matter their disability, he adds.

Bwanika remarks that, One ought to have enough funds to take care of a disabled child and the thought of living with it for long, together with the social ridicule behind traditional views can cause mental torture to the mother.

It is also important to note that some disabilities can appear much later after the child is born and whether you found out before or after giving birth, you need to accept, love and care for your child.

If you have a child with a disability, it is important that you keep all appointments with your babys healthcare provider.

Your childs care team will depend on your babys condition and usually, it is a multidisciplinary team.

Tell others of your babys condition to minimise stigma and work with your childs healthcare provider to create a treatment plan.

Dr Denise Ssozi, a gynaecologist at Life Link Hospital in Namugongo, discredits the myths that family planning causes foetal development distress and urges expectant mothers to take folic acid and do regular follow up scans as advised by their physicians during antenatal visits.

These scans, she explains, enable a mother to identify abnormalities earlier so that she can make an informed decision.

Carrying a full term pregnancy of a child with disability should be considerate of whether both parents are physically and mentally ready to continue with the pregnancy.

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Medium Chain Triglycerides Market To Be Driven By Improved Standard Of Living Coupled With The Adoption Of A Healthy Lifestyle By Consumers Across The…

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

The new report by EMR titled, Medium Chain Triglycerides Market Report and Forecast 2021-2026, gives an in-depth analysis of the global medium chain triglycerides market, assessing the market based on its segments like Source, Product, Industry, and major regions. The report tracks the latest trends in the industry and studies their impact on the overall market. It also assesses the market dynamics, covering the key demand and price indicators, along with analyzing the market based on the SWOT and Porters Five Forces models.

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Market Overview (2016-2026)

Medium-chain triglycerides products are witnessing an increase in popularity owing to their use as a substitute for normal fat in the diet, which helps increase the overall fitness of the consumers. Traction for the product is higher, especially in the sports industry owing to its various health benefits. Increasing health consciousness among the population will drive market growth. Furthermore, the swift growth of medium-chain triglycerides in the food & beverage industries as nutritional dietary supplements have had a positive influence on the growth of the global market. In Addition, their use in medical and personal care industries are anticipated to increase the demand in the market.

Industry Definition and Major Segments

A medium-chain triglyceride-are partially made fats. They are esters derived from three glycerides and two to three fatty acids, namely caprylic acid and capric acid. Their name refers to the aliphatic arrangement of 6-12 carbon atoms, i.e., medium chain. Medium-chain triglycerides or MCTs are found in vegetable oil, coconut oil, kernel oil, among others. They can be separated in a lab as well as commercially by fractionation or phase transition method. Coconut oil is the major source of the production of medium-chain triglyceride. Palm kernel oil is preferred as a feedstock after coconut oil, accounting for almost 34.0 per cent of the output of medium-chain triglyceride. Medium-chain triglycerides are drab or slightly yellowish, sticky, and insoluble in water. They are miscible with methylene chloride, alcohol, petroleum products, and fatty oils.

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Based on source, the market is divided into:

Based on type of fatty acids, the industry can be segmented into:

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By application, the industry is categorised into:

On the basis of regional markets, the industry is divided into:

1 North America1.1 United States of America1.2 Canada2 Europe2.1 Germany2.2 United Kingdom2.3 France2.4 Italy2.5 Others3 Asia Pacific3.1 China3.2 Japan3.3 India3.4 ASEAN3.5 Others4 Latin America4.1 Brazil4.2 Argentina4.3 Mexico4.4 Others5 Middle East & Africa5.1 Saudi Arabia5.2 United Arab Emirates5.3 Nigeria5.4 South Africa5.5 Others

Market Trends

The dietary and health supplements market has emerged as the leading category, as they are commonly used in the formulation of various nutritional and dietary supplements due to their potential to mitigate and avoid a variety of diseases, including cardiovascular, Alzheimers, Chyle Leaks, and gastrointestinal disorders. In addition, medium-chain triglycerides are now attracting interest in the cosmetic and personal care industries due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. Their use as an emollient, viscosity regulator and carrier for active substances in a variety of cosmetic formulations, including skincare products like creams, sunscreens, and beauty products like lipsticks, bath oils, are also expected to boost demand growth during the forecast period.

Asia-pacific market is expected to witness the fastest growth in the market. The growth of market in Asia Pacific is attributed to increasing consumer awareness of healthy dietary habits. In Asian countries like China, India and Japan, the market for medium-chain triglycerides such as caprylic, capric and lauric has risen as a result of growing demand from various end-user industries such as personal care & cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and food & beverages. North America is another prominent region for the growth of the medium-chain triglyceride market. The growth of the market could be primarily attributed to a growing demand for dietary supplements and functional food & beverages among the young population. Over the years, people around the globe are steadily embracing nutritional supplements. Their sedentary lifestyle at work and look out for healthier habits is projected to contribute significantly to the rising trend in medium-chain triglyceride consumption over the forecast period.

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The major players in the market are DuPont de Nemours, Inc., BASF SE, Croda International Plc, Stepan Company, ABITEC Corporation, Lonza group Ltd., Wilmar International, among Others. The report covers the market shares, capacities, plant turnarounds, expansions, investments and mergers and acquisitions, among other latest developments of these market players.

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Healthy Lifestyle Essay | Essay on Healthy Lifestyle for …

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

Healthy Lifestyle Essay:A healthy lifestyle involves a lot of things under it, including a nutritional diet, daily exercise, adequate sleep, being happy, and thinking positively. When we do all the necessary elements to have a healthy lifestyle, our lives are going on the right path. Living a healthy life is vital for you to be happy and feel good in your present life and for the future. Once you choose to live a healthy life, it lasts all your life. It not only helps you live longer but also better and less prone to sickness and diseases. A healthy lifestyle is the kind of lifestyle that we should all strive for.

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Given below are two essays in English for students and children about the topic of Healthy Lifestyle in both long and short form. The first essay is a long essay on a Healthy Lifestyle of 400-500 words. This essay about Healthy Lifestyle is suitable for students of classes 7, 8, 9 and 10, and also for competitive exam aspirants. The second essay is a short essay on Healthy Lifestyle of 150-200 words. This one is suitable for students and children in class 6 and below.

Below we have given a long essay on Healthy Lifestyle of 500 words. This long essay on the topic of healthy lifestyle is suitable for students of classes 7,8,9 and 10, and also for competitive exam aspirants.

Having a healthy lifestyle is all about choosing to live your life in the most healthy way possible. There are a few things you have to do to start living your life in this way, i.e., the healthy way. This means doing some amount of exercise daily, such as jogging, yoga, playing sports, etc. Adding to this, you must also have a balanced and nutritional diet with all the food groups. It would be best if you were taking the right amount of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fats to help you have a proper diet. Grouped with these two essential aspects (diet and exercise), a healthy person also maintains the same sleep cycle, which should consist of around 7-8 hours of sleep.

However, we must remember that a healthy lifestyle not only refers to our physical and mental health. Maintaining a balanced diet, exercising daily, and sleeping well are essential parts of a healthy lifestyle. But feeling happy is also a big part of a healthy lifestyle. To enable happiness, thinking positively is a must. When a person does not feel happy or good about themselves, they are not entirely healthy. Thus we must do our best to think positively so that we can feel happy rather than sad.

We have talked about what all entails a healthy life, so now we must speak of what all does not. There are several things that one must avoid in order to live a healthy lifestyle. These include the kind of practices and habits that are harmful to us and also to the people around us, i.e., society. Such practices and habits include gambling, smoking, drinking, illegal drugs, or any other things that can turn into an addiction. These habits are harmful to not only you but for all the people around you, as addiction causes unhealthy attitudes and behaviors. Other unhealthy practices include skipping meals and eating junk food.

The benefits of a healthy lifestyle are manifold: living a healthy life allows you to live longer, which means that you get to spend more time with your family. Exercising daily will enable you to release endorphins and helps you feel happier. Regular exercise also improves the health of your skin and hair, bettering your appearance as well. Healthy lifestyles also primarily reduce your risk of life-threatening diseases such as cancer, diabetes, etc. and also reduce your susceptibility to cardiac arrests.

Overall, living your life in a healthy way only has benefits, and thats why it is recommended that you do everything you can to have a healthy lifestyle. So, eat three nutritional meals a day, avoid unhealthy junk food, go for a run or jog in the morning, get your full 8 hours of sleep, and avoid bad habits like drugs, alcohol, and smoking. A healthy lifestyle is the best thing that you can do to your body, and you will be thanking yourself for following a healthy lifestyle in the later years of your life.

Below we have given a short essay on Healthy Lifestyle of 200 words. This long essay on the topic healthy lifestyle is suitable for students of classes 1,2,3,4,5 and 6.

A healthy lifestyle is a vital part of our lives. There are some things that we must do to live a healthy life. The first thing to do is to ensure that you eat three meals a day. These meals should have the right amount of all the food groups, which are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, and vitamins. You should not eat any junk food, which is unhealthy for you.

The next thing is to exercise daily to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This can be jogging, running, playing sports, dancing, or even walking for a minimum of 30 minutes. Exercise is essential not only for health but also for your skin and hair to look more delightful.

For a healthy lifestyle, you should also get the right amount of sleep at night. The proper routine is to sleep early and wake up early, with a 7-8 hour period of rest. It is crucial to get enough sleep, but not too much or too little, as it can affect your concentration and your abilities.

A healthy lifestyle helps you live longer and have a better and happier life. It is essential to living a healthy life to make the best out of it.

Question 1.What are some tips for living a healthy life?

Answer:Exercise regularly, eat all your three nutritional meals a day, sleep enough, refrain from engaging in unhealthy practices which can cause addictions, and be positive to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Question 2.What benefits do I get from a healthy lifestyle?

Answer:A healthy lifestyle helps you live longer and have a better life with less risk of high fatality illnesses and also reduces your risk of heart failure.

Question 3.How do I know if I have good health?

Answer:Good health means that you are free of illnesses or diseases. It means that you can work efficiently and provide for the people you care about.

Question 4.What entails a healthy lifestyle?

Answer:A healthy lifestyle is the kind of lifestyle which ensures that a person maintains good health.

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Posted on March 25, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

Healthy Lifestyle Habits to Adopt as A College Student

A healthy lifestyle is crucial at any stage, but it becomes much more critical when youre in school.

Some students neglect their health because they are fixated on what they need to achieve each day academically. Blindly pursuing one goal can leave your mind and physical self out of balance, leaving you unfit and uncomfortable in your skin.

This is where a healthy lifestyle comes in: by adding certain elements that help your body stay adaptive to daily stressors, you can keep more energy at the end of the day. Here are some of the most common ways that students can maintain a healthy lifestyle:

Eat RightPlanning a healthy diet is one of the most important aspects of a healthy lifestyle. Start with the basics, like fruits and vegetables. Try to keep your meals as balanced as possible. For example, eat some fruit and a milk-based cereal or bowl at breakfast.

You can also include fresh fruit in your lunch and dinner if you pair it with lean protein sources such as chicken breast or turkey breast. Always drink plenty of water to ensure that your body is at its peak performance. Its also essential to eat throughout the day and not skip meals.

Drink an Adequate Amount of Fluids and Safe WaterIs it safe to drink distilled water? Yes! Distilled water is safe to drink as long as it comes from a reputable source. If you have access to clean tap water, tap water is perfectly healthy. If youre concerned about the quality of your tap water, then distilled water is an excellent alternative.

While there is concern regarding the safety of drinking distilled water, the CDC assures there is no reason to be concerned about drinking. It can be very beneficial to your health as you avoid drinking tap water which may contain harmful bacteria leading to sickness. Safe distilled water offers conveniences and safety, two components to staying hydrated to ensure happiness and health while in college.

Electrolyte water is also another great source of hydration. Pedialyte, coconut water, Liquid I.V. are all help nourish the body with added benefits and electrically-charged minerals to keep the body hydrated all day long.

Exercise Regularly

Exercise is the best way to keep your body happy and healthy. You should walk around the block after each meal to keep your metabolism up and help digestion, according to Medical News Today.

It is also a good idea to get some light exercise at least five days a week as noted by the Mayo Clinic. The body craves being active, and exercise has tremendous benefits to ones health.

Ease Your Mind

Remember that the mind and body are one, so dont forget to work on your emotional health. Dont feel guilty if you need to take a few days off of classes and rest.

Its essential to engage in fun activities that regularly involve schoolwork. Theyre a great way to lighten your emotional load and spend time participating in activities you enjoy. Enjoy the time you have off from classes, as it can be hard to find some time for yourself when you have assignments piling up and tests to take.

Get Enough Sleep

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Entrepreneur sharing healthy lifestyle results with new shop Wellness Within – Polkio.com

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

Melissa Franco wants to share her success story with the Dallas community. She is now offering a key component in the journey which led her to a healthier self at her new shop, Well Within Nutrition.

After she had her second child was when she was introduced to Herbalife health drinks.

I had gained a bunch of weight during the pregnancy. I was not in a very good spot, she recalled. So, I started working on myself. I knew how to make me feel better.

After losing about 68 pounds in six months, along with a regular exercising regime, Herbalife became more than a weight loss supplement.

I tried these products and knew from there, there was a business opportunity with it, Franco said.

After sharing her story with the people asking her how she lost weight and had so much energy, Franco took her message online. Utilizing social media, she shared her plan, eating, drinking, working out.

After four years, and mired with indoor restrictions during the pandemic, Franco was ready to take the next step - brick and mortar.

I got tired of being at home. I needed to be face to face with people again, she recalled. What can I do different to switch this up?

After trying public table setups first, shed learned nutrition shops like Well Within started becoming a thing 3-4 years ago.

Man, I really want to do that, she thought.

So, she buckled down and started saving money. An opportunity opened when Gall Real Estate opened several shops for rent on Court Street. Well Within ended up in the former Country Financial location. It took eight months to transform the space into an inviting nutrition shop and Franco feels the grand opening a couple weeks ago was the perfect time for Dallas residents.

From everything she first sold online, she learned people wanted to make healthy choices.

I struggled to find quick, healthy options, something that works especially for moms. I started to see how much other people struggled with it, too, Franco said. After everything with COVID got people in a funky mindset, inside for so long, just eat whatever, do whatever, I think they finally get to a point where we get to be out more, and want to feel good again.

Wellness Within offers protein shakes with 21 different vitamins and minerals, while keeping it low calorie and minimal sugar.

Its easy to implement into a diet plan, perfect for a meal replacement. Muscle growth can be an easy add on to a small meal to what youre already taking. Really give the body the nutrients it needs to perform the way its supposed to, Franco said.

Then theres the teas, which offer a good alternative to energy drinks and surgary coffees, she said.

Its a tea blend with sugar free flavors and aloe, which is good for your digestive system. Energizing tea thats not going to make you crash from a bunch of sugars or added calories, Franco added.

She is already planning to expand the menu. Franco, already offering gluten free drinks, is working on vegan options, in addition to protein coffee drinks, hot or iced, but without all the other bunch of junk in it.

Then, very soon after that, shes adding protein waffles and protein donuts. Try to make sure whatever we have has the nutrients the body needs, Franco said.

Next on her agenda is improving the aesthetic. She hopes to make the nutrition shop more attractive to the after-school crowd and bring in the regulars at the nearby gym.

I think there will be a lot of people who realize how good an option it is for them, she said. This is a good spot for the whole family. Kids because we have caffeine drinks, and a nutritional shake for them, so they feel like theyre getting a milkshake but its good for them. A little bit of caffeine for the teens, or for the parents who are dragging. Im just trying to make it accessible to anyone thats out there.

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This is one of the cheapest cities to maintain a healthy lifestyle – Oxford Mail

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Prof Baldwin

Oxford is one of the cheapest cities to maintain a healthy lifestyle, according to research by a sports company.

Sports professionals at BarBend looked at the average price of gym memberships, rice of tennis courts to rent and how much basic fruit and veg costs in the area.

This was all divided by the average salary of people living in each city.

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The fifth cheapest city to maintain a healthy routine in the UK is Oxford.

The city has the fourth highest monthly gym membership costs at around 39 and one of the higher prices to rent a tennis court at 11.38.

With the average monthly salary at around 2,896 however, total health costs in Oxford equate to just 3.47 per cent of the average weekly salary.

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