A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Actress Torrey DeVitto’s Cruelty-Free Lifestyle – VegOut Magazine

If youve tuned into Chicago Med, Vampire Diaries, One Tree Hill, or Pretty Little Liars, chances are, youve seen Torrey DeVitto grace the screen. The incomparable actress makes waves on TV shows and films with her acting chops, but shes also doing amazing things behind the scenes with her activism work. Aside from advocating for womens rights, DeVitto speaks out for the animals and regularly supports organizations such as PETA and The Humane Society of the United States. She practices alternative medicine, veganism, and holistic wellness. DeVittos plant-based lifestyle extends from her plate to the clothes she wears and the beauty products she uses. Heres a behind-the-scenes look at actress Torrey DeVittos cruelty-free lifestyle.

Torrey DeVitto (TD): I have been in-between vegan and vegetarianism for the last 13 years. I was inspired toward vegetarianism at first by my love for animals. I realized early in my 20s that I wanted to live a cruelty-free life. I understood why at certain points in time, or in certain locations, the use of animal skin and animal meat for food workedbut living in a modern world with endless possibilities, I didnt believe that eating meat was necessary anymore and wanted to give that up to live in alignment with my morals and beliefs.

TD: I normally have to specifically request vegan options, but I have started to notice that it is becoming the norm to have those options around. I normally ask for good vegan protein bars, salads, yogurts, or anything vegan. Im not very pickyso as long as its vegan, Ill most likely eat it!

TD: Yes, all the time. But as I already mentioned, and luckily for me, there are so many options now. I just did a film where I had to eat pancakes and a bunch of different casseroles. [The crew] was able to use vegan meat and vegan products to make all those food items look like meat. I am always so grateful when production is willing to do that extra work for me because eating meat, even for a role, is not an option.

TD: I have noticed that more people are going the vegetarian/vegan routeor at least trying it out! Id still say its a 70/30 vibe on most setsmaybe even 80/20. We still have some work to do.

TD: I love finding new cruelty-free and sustainable brands to support. I mostly live in dresses and cute jackets. Some of my staples are Christy Dawn dresses, Immaculate Vegan faux leather jackets, and Stella McCartney sneakers. I also love a good vegan bag from brands like Matt & Nat and Angela Roi. This winter, I have been looking for good vegan winter jackets and winter boots. Some of my favorite brands for this gear are Save The Duck, Native Shoes, and NOIZE.

TD: To me, it is just as important what I put on my body as what I put in my body. It makes my soul feel lighter when I go throughout my day knowing that no living creature was harmed in anything I am wearing or eating. My makeup routine is pretty minimal, however my skin care routine is not! I love skin products. Elina Organics is my favorite. She has so many delicious vegan skin care products that I just absolutely love. If I am going to wear makeup, I will use a Soft Beauty counter blush with some eyeshadow (I like using Jane Iredales highlighter as my eyeshadow) and mascara by Elina Organics. And, if Im getting really crazy, Ill use a tinted moisturizer by Jane Iredale as well and maybe Elina Organics black eyeliner and a lip pencil.

TD: I always tell people to go easy on themselves. I get that it can feel overwhelming [to try veganism], but just like with anything else, once you get into the groove and slowly educate yourself, the easier it gets! Dont be so hard on yourself if you mess up here and there. Just do the best you can and be happy with the changes you did make throughout the dayand maybe try something new thats vegan the next day!

To keep up with Torrey Devittos professional projects, activist work, and more, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

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McDonald’s launch first vegan McPlant burger – and here’s the verdict – Nottinghamshire Live

The big day has finally arrived - McDonald's first vegan burger, the McPlant, has arrived in Nottingham.

The plant-based burger was originally trialled in ten restaurants last year - none of them local - but today it's being rolled out nationwide.

The patty has been created using pea protein in conjunction with vegan company Beyond Meat. It's topped with vegan cheese, vegan sauce, ketchup, mustard, onion, pickles, lettuce and tomato in a vegan sesame seed bun.

It has taken three years to research and develop and costs 3.39 at Nottingham's Victoria Centre McDonald's - the same price as a Quarter Pounder (prices may vary at other restaurants).

Although McDonald's has previously introduced vegan-friendly veggie dippers it's the first time it has put a vegan burger on the menu, lagging between other fast food big guns Burger King and KFC which already sell plant-based burgers.

It is cooked separately from other McDonalds burgers using colour-codes to avoid any contact with meat.

The burger chain says it's confident that the new menu item will appeal to all burger lovers, adding: "It's everything you love about our iconic taste only this time it's vegan!"

Nottinghamshire Live roped vegan of four years Paul Hodgson, of Sherwood, to test out the new burger and give his verdict.

Paul, who who works as a video creator at the University of Nottingham and vlogs under the name Falcore on Instagram, said: "I turned to veganism after considering it for some time, but it was looking into the ins and outs of the dairy industry and the environmental impact of the meat industry that really triggered me to do make the change. It wasn't a difficult swap for me really.

"My favourite things to eat are real home cooked plant-based foods, I actually tend to avoid processed meat free alternatives generally, but when new ones appear like the McPlant I like to give them a try to see what my options are."

It's more than two decades since the 33-year-old last had a McDonald's burger after turning vegetarian at the age of 13.

Tucking into the burger he said: "It's been a really long time since I had a real McDonald's burger but the taste does really remind me of that.

"The texture is very light - it doesn't have the same firmness as a proper burger but it's really nice. I approve."

Even the vegan cheese - which can be notoriously unpleasant both in terms of taste and texture - won him over.

"The worst thing with vegan cheese is when it's melted - like on a pizza they go gloopy and weird - but that's in there and just warm from the burger, it's really nice. I'm a fan of that.

"It's really nice to have a proper option now. I go on long journeys all the time and we always go to McDonald's. I have veggie dippers which are really nice but now I can have an actual burger which is great."

Nottinghamshire Live's Lynette Pinchess also tested out the burger to give the view of a life-long meat eater.

She said: "I was secretly not expecting to like it. I've an inherent dislike of fake meat after trying different kinds but this shocked me.

"The patty had its differences - the texture seemed lighter but it still had a meaty taste. If I'd a blindfolded test taste between this and Quarter Pounder I don't think I'd have known the difference.

"I'm genuinely surprised. Would I have a McPlant again? Yes, definitely."

The McPlant has 429 calories, which is less than a Quarter Pounder that has 518.

Paul said: "I'm impressed. I'd say it's 10/10.

"It's affordable as well. There's a lot of conversation around vegan food not being affordable for everybody.

"I don't eat a lot of meat alternatives so I see it as a bit of a treat.

"I think it's important for big players like McDonald's to give options and support plant-based alternatives to bring it to the masses and make it seem more affordable.

"Many vegans would string me up for that, I know lots of people are against supporting brands like McDonald's but I think balance is important and having a sensible approach."

Mark Potter, who looks after the Victoria Centre McDonald's expects the McPlant to be popular.

"We've sold six already within the first ten minutes.

On the length of time it's taken in development, he added: "I think it's important to get it right and not just rush it out for the sake of it.

"Giving people more options can only be a good thing. I'm not an expert by any stretch but you go shopping now and see the range that's building and building all the while."

Every January supermarkets and restaurants introduce new specials for Veganuary - the month where people pledge to give up meat and dairy for 31 days - but come February they sometimes disappear.

However the McPlant is a permanent fixture of the menu.

Other restaurants launching new vegan offerings this month include Burger King's vegan nuggets.

Wagamama is introducing vegan fish and chips called Tempura F-ish + Bang Bang Yaki-imo. The F-ish (soy, rice and pea protein) is served with chips sweet potato and red onion, coated in the brands firecracker sauce.

Tortilla, which has branches in Clumber Street and Victoria Centre, Nottingham, has teamed up with Applewood vegan cheese to launch a vegan quesadilla.

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Anti-Aging Secrets That Experts Use Themselves Eat This Not That – Eat This, Not That

Most of us wouldn't mind looking and feeling a bit younger than our chronological age. But many of us don't realize there are science-backed ways to keep your body young, inside and outand in some cases, even reverse the signs of agingthat you can start doing today, right where you are. These are five anti-aging secrets that experts use themselves. Read on to find out moreand to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.

Sleep is when the entire body cleans and recharges its systems, from the brain to the skin to immunity. Not getting enough can make you age faster. "Insufficient or poor sleep puts us at risk of premature aging, traffic accidents, and medical problems, ranging from depression to diabetes and heart disease," said researchers at Columbia University. "Sleep is probably my No. 1 anti-aging tip," nurse practitioner and skincare expert Nancy Pellegrino recently told Yahoo Life. How much is enough? Seven to nine hours of quality sleep a night, say those who should know, including the National Sleep Foundation.

Resistance training is key to preserving bone density and lean muscle mass, both of which decline with age. This can be done with free weights, machines or your own body weight. Case in point: Dr. Stuart McGill, professor emeritus in spine biomechanics at the University of Waterloo. He's in his 60s, has a hip replacement, and studies the best ways to exercise to stave off the effects of aging. He shares that he doesn't pump iron; he does strength-training exercises such as pushing, pulling, lunging, lifting, lowering and carrying. For pulling, he bought a TRX strap set. For pushing, he does standing press exercises.

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Vitamin D is crucial for bone healthit helps bone absorb calcium. If you don't get enough, you could be setting yourself up for osteoporosis, a disease in which bones lose density and become more prone to breakage. Plus: "Vitamin D which acts as a hormone in your bodyhas a positive effect on the immune system and may even help offset some age-related immunity issues," said Alan Mensch, MD, of Northwell Health's Plainview and Syosset Hospitals in New York. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious-disease expert, says he takes a vitamin D supplement daily.

When consumed in excess, sugar binds to collagen and elastin, two proteins in our skin that keep it looking firm and young. This creates advanced glycation end products (or AGEs), which damage collagen and elastin and actually prevent the body from repairing them. "Doughnuts are not the key to the fountain of youth," said Mona Gohara, MD, a dermatologist and associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale School of Medicine. "Skin is an organ. As such, we should eat for our skin, as we do for our heart and brain." Your move: Reduce your consumption of added sugar. The most common sources: Sugar-sweetened drinks and processed foods. Focus your diet on fruits and vegetables and lean proteins.

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Physical activity can make you look youngerand turn back the clock under the hood. "Findings from a few studies suggest that moderate exercise can improve circulation and boost the immune system," says the American Academy of Dermatology. "This, in turn, may give the skin a more youthful appearance."

A recent study published in the journal Cell Metabolism found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can reverse the aging of cells and muscles in older people. "Based on everything we know, there's no substitute for these exercise programs when it comes to delaying the aging process," says Sreekumaran Nair, MD, the study's lead author. "These things we are seeing cannot be done by any medicine.

"We encourage everyone to exercise regularly, but the take-home message for aging adults that supervised high-intensity training is probably best, because, both metabolically and at the molecular level, it confers the most benefits." And to get through this pandemic at your healthiest, don't miss these 35 Places You're Most Likely to Catch COVID.

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Olympic Dermatology Welcomes Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Hugh Nymeyer as the Newest Member of the Team – ThurstonTalk

The saying goes that beauty is only skin-deep but that doesnt mean caring for our bodys largest organ, the skin, is any less important. Olympic Dermatology (OlyDerm) provides medical and surgical dermatology, skin cancer prevention and care, as well as anti-aging and aesthetic services, to treat nearly every skin condition and keep your skin happy and healthy. They recently welcomed board-certified dermatologist Dr. Hugh Nymeyer to their team. His passion for dermatologic medicine, helping people and impressive education and training makes him a great fit for the OlyDerm family.

Board-certified dermatologists are professionals that have gone through the most rigorous medical education and training. They must complete medical school, a year-long internship, and three years of residency in training in dermatology. This involves an intensive and challenging board exam, which they must pass every 10 years to maintain certification with the American Academy of Dermatology. Board-certified dermatologists must complete a minimum of eight years of education and 12-16,000 hours of required patient care training, making them experts in the field.

Nymeyer completed medical school at University of Texas Southwestern and finished his Internal Medicine Internship and Dermatology Residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. His background in science and education lends greatly to his interest in supporting peoples health through dermatology. He loves the challenge and problem-solving that comes with this particular medical specialty.

There are more new therapies in dermatology than any other field of medicine, so we can treat more diseases better and faster than ever before, says Nymeyer. This is not only great news for our patients but also makes the practice of dermatology a rapidly evolving and interesting profession. Working in such a varied and interesting field feeds Nymeyers love of learning while giving him a means to help people live better, healthier lives. I enjoy treating all sorts of patients and conditions, he says. OlyDerm has a practice environment that allows me to practice surgical, medical, and cosmetic medicine all in the same day.

As dermatologists, we are not diagnosing everyone from their blood work, Nymeyer shares. We are listening to patients and closely examining them to determine their needs. From a toddler with a viral rash to a WWII veteran with melanoma, Nymeyer diagnoses and treats many skin conditions including acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis and skin cancer. Keeping our skin healthy throughout our life requires a regular adherence to gentle skin care, sun avoidance, and not smoking. If we are careful at prevention, then we will avoid many problems later in life.

When working with a board-certified dermatologist, patients are being treated by an experienced and knowledgeable professional. These medical doctors are able to diagnose and treat over 3,000 different skin, hair and nail diseases and conditions. They also understand the interaction between the skin and the rest of the body, and can use this expertise to determine if a skin condition is contributing to underlying health concerns such as high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels and diabetes. With such advanced knowledge of treatments, board-certified dermatologists are able to effectively choose the best approach for each patient.

The passion Nymeyer has for helping people with their skins wellbeing is very reflective of what OlyDerm founder and board-certified dermatologist Dr. James Brazil has been doing for 30 years, making him a wonderful addition to their practice. Dr. Nymeyer is exceptionally qualified, caring, open and personable, and makes it a priority to really support his patients in achieving greater personal health, says Brazil. With Nymeyer on the team, OlyDerm is able to extend their reach in Thurston County and surrounding communities to care for more people.

Board-certified dermatologists provide a high level of expertise to prevent and treat skin diseases, much needed in every community but not always available. Thats why OlyDerm also sees patients from outlying communities including Shelton, Aberdeen, Chehalis and Centralia. Having Dr. Nymeyer on board enables us to better meet the growing need for quality dermatologic care, says Brazil.

If you are experiencing problems with a new or existing skin condition, contact OlyDerm to schedule your appointment via the Olympic Dermatology website or by calling 360.459.1700. Through their exceptional, caring and qualified staff, providers and board certified dermatologists you can get the support and treatment you need to achieve healthier skin and better overall health today.

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What Is Slugging? Experts Discuss the TikTok Trend – Prevention.com

Weve all tried something in the name of self-improvement. Whether its a shimmery new blush or something more daringremember the lettuce water trend, anyone?the majority of us have ventured to try a beauty trend at least once. This past year, a new South Korean beauty trend made its way West: slugging (dont worry, it doesnt involve any slugs). And it turns out, it just might be what your skin has been missing.

While TikTok may have highlighted the benefits of slugging, the idea behind it has been around for a while. Slugging is actually nothing new, we just didn't have a cute name for it, says Chloe Savvides, licensed medical aesthetician at Paviol Dermatology. We can take this trend back to our grannies and great-grannies with their self-taught skincare techniques for hydration. We can think of slugging as the OG anti-aging moisturizer.

Savvides explains how her grandmother used to slather her face in a heavy cream each night, prompting people to compliment her on how soft her skin was. This was what we now consider slugging. While social media may have given new life (and a new name) to the old trend, its definitely not something everyone should be doing.

Ahead, experts discuss what slugging is, who would benefit from it, and who should avoid it at all costs.

Slugging is a K- Beauty trend that originated in South Korea, according to Savvides. It involves coating your face in an occlusive petrolatum product (most commonly, Vaseline) to trap in moisture and prevent trans epidermal water loss, a top contributor to dry skin. To understand the slug, we must understand what it is meant to do, she explains, adding that the use of an occlusive barrier like Vaseline for protecting against moisture loss is only effective when someone is suffering from extremely dry skin or an otherwise compromised barrier on their face. So, in summary, slugging is just slathering your skin with petroleum jelly. The term stems from the concept that after you apply the petroleum jelly, your face ends up looking shiny and slimy, like what a slug would leave in its wake.

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Are you suffering from Eczema? Psoriasis? Wind-chapped cheeks? Then Savvides says slugging may be a good idea in the interim, since its more of a temporary fix for minor problems. When we think of slugging as a reparative means to the skin, we slug more than we think, she says, explaining how her patients often get slugged up after micro-needling or chemical peels. I coat their face in a healing ointment to repair their skin after an aggressive procedure. This is the same as if your mother has ever told you to put Vaseline/Aquaphor on chapped lips or a burn.

If you have compromised skin, like from one of the issues she mentioned before, Savvides says a thin layer of Vaseline or Aquaphor can be a great option for healing your skin.

While Marie Hayag M.D., Board Certified Dermatologist and Founder of 5th Avenue Aesthetics believes people with more mature skin or those who suffer from facial dryness can benefit from the technique, she doesnt think its for everyone. I dont think slugging is suitable for anyone with acne-prone skin, she says. Although petrolatum jelly is non-comedogenic, its too occlusive for acne-prone skin and can trap dead skin cells and other debris, which encourages bacterial overgrowth and acne breakouts.

Savvides says she tells all her patients that the goal of any good skincare routine is a proper balance between exfoliation and hydration. To exfoliate and not properly hydrate, can cause problems down the road with an overproduction of oil on the skin to compensate for the moisture that was lost during exfoliation, she says. Even so when skin is hydrated constantly without being properly exfoliated, it can lead to dull and sometimes even congested skin.

Balance is key. So, if you've caught the slug bug, Savvides says you should only slug when it makes sense. This is why it is so important to consult with an aesthetician or skincare team to collaborate on a routine that is going to work for you. Understanding the proper exfoliation and hydration balance is different for everyone, she says. In the short term, is slugging going to make your skin feel uber soft? Absolutely, but we should be thinking long-term results in our skincare routine... because that's what helps us to stay motivated to actually stick to it. Slugging is not for everyone. However, a properly balanced skincare routine is.

According to Debra Jaliman, M.D, a board-certified dermatologist in NYC, Assistant Professor of Dermatology Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and author of the book, Skin Rules: Trade Secrets from a Top New York Dermatologist, slugging might just be another skincare fad. Instead, she suggests sticking with what the experts already know works. I recommend sealing your skin with a highly hydrating cream containing ceramides and hyaluronic acid instead.

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Savvides also suggests opting for non-petrolatum-based products. Why not a super hydrating face mask? Or a hydrating facial balm? The idea is to lock in moisture overnight, she says.

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This Retinol and Vitamin C Serum Makes Fine Lines "All but Disappear," According to Amazon Reviewers – Yahoo Lifestyle

Shoppers Say This Is the Perfect Combo for Treating Fine Lines

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You don't need a medicine cabinet full of products to keep your skin looking its best. One trick is to use a serum that safely combines high-performing ingredients to get the results you're looking for. For example, to smooth fine lines and banish dull skin, several Amazon shoppers turn to MD Complete's retinol and vitamin C serum.

Formulated by board-certified dermatologist Brian Zelickson, MD, the anti-aging serum uses its namesake ingredients to target the most common signs of aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, and dullness. Skincare's time-stopper, also known as retinol, smooths skin and leaves it looking more youthful by increasing collagen production and increasing cell turnover, while vitamin C treats dullness, uneven texture, and further combats lines and wrinkles too.

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Shoppers are bowled over by how well it delivers on its promises. "I am a 46-year-old female and have every skincare gadget and cream," one shopper said. "I hate waking up in the morning and spotting new or deepening wrinkles on my forehead, around my eyes, etc I found this product in the nick of time as my lines are still just very fine lines. It is working fast for me! In the past two weeks, the fine lines around my eyes (from smiling) and on my head (from expression) have virtually all but disappeared!" They added, "It really seems to be the missing ingredient of my skincare."

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"I have used serums which cost five times as much with less results," another reviewer explained, adding, "This really does improve texture and tone. I also use it on the back of my hands and the sun spots are now almost gone."

A final shopper, who called the effective smoothing serum a "perfect combo of high potency vitamin C and retinol," said, "I am 67 and have tried so many products from the highest-priced to the lowest priced. I like the simplicity of the MD Complete. [The] high levels of vitamin C and retinol which are proven to provide results for fine lines and skin texture. I have already seen a difference and it's only been a week."

This sounds like the formula you don't want to forget about. Head to Amazon now and add the retinol and vitamin C concentrate serum to your cart for $27.

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Daily Habits That Wreck Your Body, Say Experts Eat This Not That – Eat This, Not That

We all have daily habits that probably aren't the best for us, but there are some bad behaviors that are much worse than we think. Eat This, Not That! Heath talked to top ranking doctors in the country who explain what daily habits wreck our bodies and why. Read the five tips below. Read onand to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.

Dr. S. Adam Ramin, MD, urologic surgeon and medical director of Urology Cancer Specialists in Los Angeles explains, "While much of the United States was still under some form of either stay-at-home orders or physical distancing measures, the result was and is that we're moving around a lot less. But being quarantined inside our homes may also be causing us to develop or continue some poor sedentary behaviors that can spell disaster for our overall health including our urologic organs. Many people know that sedentary habits can lead to obesity, which can severely impact heart and spine health, for example. But, you may be surprised to learn about the ways that too much sitting can also hurt your urologic organs."

I know this one is hard to hear for many. As much as we love binging our favorite shows, Dr. Neel Anand, MD, MCh Orth, professor of orthopaedic surgery and director of spine trauma at Cedars-Sinai Spine Center in Los Angeles explains why it's not good for our backs and how we should take breaks.

"With the pandemic, Many people are now watching more TV on their phones, another small device, or a laptop computer," Dr. Anand states. "We can take these devices to bed, flop out on a couch, or watch them while en route to work or school. As a result it is affecting our spine health as I am seeing a growing number of patients with back spasms and neck pain.

We can sit for hours on end now, lay back propped against the wall or arm of a couch, or even in specially-designed 'gaming' chairs. When you sit for long periods, whether at your desk at work or watching tv, you may not realize what it does to your posture. Your shoulders may tense up, your neck is likely not positioned correctly, and your spine abnormally curves. Sitting for extended periods in this unnatural position will put pressure and strain on your spinal vertebrae and discs. The result can range from a dull backache to a sharp, stabbing, and debilitating back pain or back spasms.

A back spasm is the tensing or contraction of the spinal muscles that results in a sudden and sharp jolt of pain. Back spasms may also feel like they are affecting other areas, like the hips or the legs. Back spasms can be caused by a variety of issues, but poor posture and lack of enough regular exercise are among them as the muscles become strained from being held in the same position for an extended period.

If you want to avoid the pain and strain on your spine and plan to sit for a long duration of time, make sure you take breaks."

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Dr. Vernon Williams, MD, sports neurologist, pain management specialist, and founding director of the Center for Sports Neurology and Pain Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles says, "We all have battled some sort of backache, headache, or knee pain in our lives and most of us simply pop a few over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers to ease the discomfort we are feeling. Doing that seems harmless enough, right? After all, we think, 'if it's sold at the local grocery store it must be safe.'

As a neurologist and pain management specialist, I am seeing an alarming trend amongst people who think that buying and taking a variety of OTC pain relievers is a safe and effective way to alleviate their pain faster. For many, the thought is that if one pill helps a little, two must surely help a little more and maybe three will help even more than that. This thought process, though well-intentioned, can quickly turn into a dangerous prescription.

In a recent radio interview, I was asked about an important survey conducted by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA). The AGA surveyed more than 1,000 adults and 250 gastroenterologists about OTC medicine practices. The results were sobering. The results showed that people who take OTC medications for chronic pain often mix the medicines with other drugs, view label instructions simply as 'general suggestions,' are unable to recognize signs of an overdose, and fail to mention their OTC medication usage in conversations with their doctors."

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According to Dr. Natasha Trentacosta, MD, sports medicine specialist and orthopedic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute in Los Angeles, "Proper hydration means taking in about 30-50 ounces of water a day, but doing it periodically throughout the day. Hydration includes water from drinks but also from water rich or 'wet' snacks like fruit and vegetables. Adequately hydrated individuals have pale and clear urine.

Overhydration is When there is an excess of water intake compared to water loss. Overhydration is often seen with athletes if they drink an excessive amount of water, diluting the sodium in their bodies and resulting in hyponatremia.

Overhydration may occur with lower amounts of water intake in persons who have kidney diseases and are unable to regulate excretion of the water in their urine. Normally, drinking large amounts of water, even up to 6 gallons, can be managed by the natural ability of our bodies to regulate water excretion through the combined efforts of the pituitary gland, kidneys, liver, and heart. If any of these organs are dysfunctional, that upper limit can be lowered.

The signs and symptoms of overhydration are the result of our electrolytes being diluted. Hyponatremia may present with lethargy or altered mental status as the brain is sensitive to sodium levels in the blood. Nausea and Vomiting, and loss of coordination may occur as well. If it continues and is not corrected, seizures or coma can develop."

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Dr. Trentacosta says to "Call your mother, or friend, or other family member," on a regular basis. She adds, Or "Take time to connect with family and friends. Humans are inherently social animals; positive human connection lowers our cortisol (stress hormone) levels, and decreases anxiety and depression risks. Connection could be a phone call, a walk around the neighborhood (masked of course), or even an online get-together. If you're feeling low on social connections, make a few new ones. Libraries, museums, and universities have opportunities for online get-togethers based on common interests." And to get through this pandemic at your healthiest, don't miss these 35 Places You're Most Likely to Catch COVID.

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Latest Update (December 2021 into January 2022): The excitement around the eight exotic extracts inside Exipure weight loss pills is nothing short of amazing. Given the uniqueness of the brown fat boosting formula, which is outlined entirely in this Exipure review, it is easy to see why consumers from all over the world are wondering about the benefits of becoming a daily user of this natural weight loss supplement. And now that you are here, there are a few urgent customer details that should be shared, and will be further explained and elaborated on throughout this review of Exipure side effects vs benefits, results vs complaints and best pricing vs cheap fake scams. Despite an extremely low number of Exipure scam complaints circulating online, the risk of suffering negative side effects and risky adverse reactions from using inferior Exipure pills still remains. Because of the soaring popularity and in-demand nature of the worlds number one leading weight loss formula in December and soon to be January 2022, it is very important that all consumers becoming customers of Exipure do it the best, most affordable and optimal way possible. Read this entire breakdown of the inner workings of the most popular product for burning fat, losing weight, and boosting healthy brown fat adipose tissue levels naturally.

Exipure is a weight loss pill available through Exipure.com.

Using eight exotic plant-based superfood extracts and nutrients, Exipure can support healthy weight loss by targeting the root cause of belly fat.

How much weight can you lose with Exipure? Does Exipure live up to the hype? Read our review to find out everything you need to know about Exipure to see if its weight loss effects match this special discovery before buying from the official website today.

Exipure is a weight loss supplement marketed as a tropical secret for healthy weight loss.

Made from a blend of natural plants and extracts, Exipure claims to support healthy weight loss and help you break through your weight loss plateaus.

Each bottle of Exipure contains 30 capsules. The manufacturer recommends taking one capsule daily to help you lose weight.

Exipure works differently than the average diet pill. Instead of flooding your body with stimulants or artificial chemicals, Exipure targets brown adipose tissue within your body. Brown adipose tissue is a special type of fat packed with mitochondria. It burns energy, making it easier to lose weight.

By targeting brown adipose tissue within your body, Exipure could act as a shortcut for weight loss.

The makers of Exipure advertise the diet pill online with all of the following features and benefits:

Exipure is exclusively available to order online through Exipure.com. According to the official website, real Exipure users have experienced life-changing results from the formula. People claim to have lost anywhere from 25 to 40+ pounds in a short period of time with limited diet and exercise required.

Every diet pill claims to help you lose weight. However, only the best diet pills actually live up to that claim.

Exipure uses natural plant and herb extracts to raise brown adipose tissue (BAT) levels within your body.

Also known as brown fat, brown adipose tissue is a special type of fat packed with energy-boosting mitochondria. Your body activates this fat to stay warm. When brown fat is activated, it burns up to 300 times more calories than ordinary fat (white fat). By raising levels of brown fat within your body, you can equip yourself with a fat burning furnace to make weight loss easy.

Some of the targeted effects of Exipure and its ingredients, according to the official website, include:

The manufacturer of Exipure recommends taking one capsule of Exipure daily for optimum weight loss. According to Exipure.com, customers have lost significant weight in a short period of time just by adding one capsule of Exipure to their diet all with minimal diet or exercise required.

Exipure contains a blend of eight plant and herb extracts.

You may have heard of some of these ingredients, including ginger and olive extract. Other ingredients, however, are less common in weight loss formulas, including propolis and amur cork bark.

Heres a brief overview of each ingredient in Exipure and how it works, according to Exipure.com.

Oleuropein is a polyphenolic compound enriched in olive oil and the leaves of the olive tree. The compound has attracted significant scientific attention in recent years for its purported health benefits. Also advertised simply as olive leaf extract, this ingredient is linked to anti-aging benefits, weight loss, and other benefits. Technically, oleuropein is the major secondary metabolite found in olive leaf extract. By adding this ingredient directly to their formula, the makers of Exipure can maximize the weight loss benefits. Approximately 200mg of the Exipure proprietary formula consists of olive leaf extract. Exipure contains both oleuropein and olive leaf extract with 20% oleuropein content.

Holy basil is the second listed ingredient in the Exipure proprietary formula. Its designed to boost brown fat levels in your body while reducing stress, making it easy to lose weight in two ways. Holy basil has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. Its native to India, where its commonly used in traditional Indian (Ayurvedic) medicine. Also known as tulsi or Ocimum tenuiflorum, holy basil is believed to have adaptogenic properties, which means it reduces stress and anxiety. By relieving stress and anxiety, holy basil could make it easier to lose weight. You cant lose weight when stressed. Exipure contains holy basil with 2.5% ursolic and oleanolic acids by concentration.

The third listed ingredient in the Exipure proprietary blend is concentrated bee propolis. Propolis is a resin-like material made by bees from the buds of poplar and cone-bearing trees. Bees need propolis to build their hives. Over the centuries, people have used propolis for its purported antibacterial and antiviral properties. Honey never expires, and people believe propolis has similar effects because of its rich antibacterial effects. Although more research is needed to verify these effects, you can find plenty of propolis supplements sold online today to protect against bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Berberine is a chemical found in certain plants, including the European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, and others. Today, berberine is best-known in the diabetic supplement space, as studies show it can help support healthy blood sugar. Some people take berberine daily to lower blood sugar. Other studies have also linked berberine to weight loss effects, better heart health, and other benefits. According to the makers of Exipure, the berberine in their formula will boost BAT and make it easier to lose weight.

Kudzu is best-known for being an invasive vine in the southern United States. Before developing that reputation, however, kudzu was known as a garden novelty from Asia. Today, kudzu is making a comeback for its purported health supporting properties. Each serving of Exipure contains a significant dose of kudzu root extract. According to the makers of Exipure, the kudzu in their formula will boost brown adipose tissue (BAT), provide plenty of antioxidants, and relieve pains and aches, all of which could support your weight loss goals.

One of the best-known anti-aging compounds in the world today, quercetin has antioxidant effects that make it popular among people searching for all different health and wellness goals. According to the makers of Exipure, the formula boosts BAT, supports healthy blood pressure, and rejuvenates aging cells. As the fifth listed ingredient in Exipure, quercetin isnt found in doses as high as other formulas on the list. However, studies show you only need a small dose of quercetin for it to work. Chemically, quercetin is a plant pigment (a flavonoid) found naturally in red wine, onions, apples, berries, and green tea.

Like many other ingredients in Exipure, white Korean ginseng is backed by centuries of use in traditional medicine. The formula supports brown adipose tissue, supports healthy immunity, and reduces oxidative stress, among other benefits. The specific type of ginseng in Exipure contains 5% ginsenosides, which are the active chemicals within the ginseng plant. Studies show that ginseng can support everything from heart health to immunity. Although its not a common weight loss pill ingredient, the white Korean ginseng in Exipure could prepare your body for greater weight loss.

Perilla leaf extract comes from a plant called Perilla frutescens. The extract boosts BAT, supports brain health, and supports healthy cholesterol, among other effects. An edible plant popular in traditional Korean medicine and cooking, perilla is part of the mint family. Traditionally, perilla was used to treat canker sores and airway illnesses. Today, its considered an immune boosting ingredient and adaptogen that could help your body respond to stressors. Exipure contains perilla with 90% luteolin content, which is considered a very high concentration.

The makers of Exipure disclose all ingredients upfront, making it easy to see exactly whats inside each capsule of the formula.

The full list of ingredients in the proprietary formula includes:

Exipure Formula Blend (300mg): Oleuropein blend (with olive leaf and olive leaf extract), holy basil (with 2.5% ursolic and oleanolic acids), concentrated bee propolis, berberine, kudzu root extract, quercetin, white Korean ginseng root extract (with 5% ginsenosides), and perilla (with 90% luteolin).

Other Ingredients: Gelatin (to create the capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silica.

Because Exipure contains propolis, the supplement contains bee products. If you are sensitive to honey and other bee products, then Exipure may not be the right choice for your weight loss goals.

Exipure.com is filled with testimonials from people who have lost substantial amounts of weight by taking Exipure.

According to Exipure.com, customers have lost 26 to 40lbs in no time by taking Exipure.

One customer claims she dropped four dress sizes after taking Exipure, for example. Another customer claims his fat keeps melting off while taking the formula. Others claim theyre fitter and happier. One customer even claims he stopped snoring thanks to Exipure.

Exipure also has hundreds of positive reviews and a 5-star average rating on Trustpilot, indicating most customers are satisfied with the weight loss results of the formula.

The Exipure special discovery presentation about the healthy weight loss support features a full film presentation about the origins and overall actions behind how this exotic hack and tropical loophole for dissolving fat fast actually works. In that video, there were at least six if not more actual Exipure customer testimonials sharing their results and successful weight loss benefits. Here are what a few had to say about their before and after Exipure reviews out of the 1,800 volunteer study group participants where over 96% had successful weight loss results:

Jennifer Sharpe Ive gone down four dress sizes and lost just over 40 pounds, it feels great to look in the mirror now, when I catch my reflection, I love it.

George Mayer For the first time in my life, I believe in myself that I am capable of losing weight, I lost 33 pounds, and with it, I lost all of my feelings of anxiety and embarrassment, my life is totally transformed.

Kira Rosso Because it helped me lose five inches off my belly and four off my hips and my skin has cleared up, I feel so much happier. Lost 36 pounds and counting.

Leon Harris Im a new person, takes the Jacks natural tropical room, not out of breath from the smallest activity anymore, I feel a million times better on the inside, just as much as the outside, it really is an amazing healing when you realize its time to go

Zaniya Johnson Its given me such a self-esteem boost. I lost 39 pounds. It was safe, simple. I know I can take on the world.

Julia Belcher ((lost 20 pounds)) I couldnt tell you how many diets had been on to Ive tried more than I can count on all my fingers and my toes, I thought I had seen it all, but these tropical plants are just on another level [] I finally lost my ugly double chin and my flabby arms, I could live my life how I want now, no limitations. Its brilliant!

Holly Finch (lost 29 pounds) I think my situation got out of hand when I went to my fridge at night and I saw four different takeout boxes from four different places, that point I realized our love for take out has certainly gotten out of control, something had to change, so I gave the trial ago and smashed a six-pound weight loss in my first week, all my junk food cravings went away to us like that. [] this is an easy natural choice for weight loss without compromising on what I eat or my lifestyle, and Im so glad I went for it.

Catia Ivanov Theres no doubt that being overweight, it was hard for me with physically and emotionally, but with this tropical solution, I was safely Im quickly out of my dark hole.

Miguel Gimenez My lowest point is when my son stopped inviting me to ball games because he was embarrassed me and my weight So obviously, when I saw this, I knew I couldnt miss out. [] Life now is incredible, my belly no longer hangs over my belt, I can mow the lawn, painless-ly, walk the dog twice a day, no problems, and I still have the energy to throw the ball with my boy. What more could you want?

There is even mention by formula creator Jack Barrett about how over 234,000 individuals have already been using Exipure.

So what does increasing brown fat have to do with weight loss? Well as it would feel having struck gold, a 2021 study published in Nature Medicine of 52,000 women in men from 30 to 80, the largest of its kind in humans found just one common factor in every overweight man and woman, low brown fat levels!

Exipure contains science-backed ingredients that could support weight loss in multiple ways. Although the supplement as a whole has not completed clinical trials, individual ingredients within the formula are backed by science.

Its true that brown adipose tissue (BAT) could be the shortcut for weight loss. In this 2004 study, researchers studied brown adipose tissue and its effects, concluding that brown fat led to greater fat burning and calorie burning due to its high concentration of mitochondria. Because of these effects, raising brown fat levels could make weight loss easier.

Olive extract is the largest ingredient in Exipure. Olive gets its benefits from a polyphenol called oleuropein. According to this 2014 review published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, olive extract has a proven history of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Its one reason why the Mediterranean diet, which is rich with olive oil, is believed to be one of the healthiest diets in the world.

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Ginseng is backed by ample scientific evidence, particularly by researchers in Korea, where its a popular traditional medicine. In this 2014 study, for example, researchers found that ginseng led to significant weight loss and improvements in gut health in a group of middle-aged Korean women over an 8 week period.

New research continues to support the benefits of Exipure. In October 2021, researchers from UC San Diego released a study exploring how brown fat cells work. Researchers discovered a new metabolic pathway for stored sugars. This metabolic pathway gives greater insight into how the body produces cellular energy. In a report, researchers described the brown fat cells as engines that convert your fat into heat and energy, accelerating calorie burning and making it easier to lose weight.

Overall, Exipure contains science-backed ingredients and dosages that could support weight loss, immunity, and other effects in a legitimate way according to the latest in weight loss and Obesity science given how new this budding frontier in medical discovery actually is today.

Exipure is priced as low as $39 per bottle when ordered in bulk. The price ranges from $39 to $59 per bottle, depending on how many bottles you buy.

Each bottle contains a one-month supply of Exipure, or 30 capsules (30 servings). To get the best results from Exipure, the recommended dosage is to take 1 (one) capsule daily with food in the morning or at lunchtime with 8 oz. glass of water.

If you buy the 3 or 6 bottle packages of Exipure, then you get two bonus eBooks. Those eBooks enhance the effects of Exipure, allowing you to enjoy a greater range of benefits.

Weight loss isnt just about taking a capsule every day; its also about adjusting your diet, exercise, and lifestyle habits for maximum weight loss.

The two eBooks bundled with Exipure include:

Bonus #1: 1-Day Kickstart Detox: All you need is one day to kickstart your detoxification process. This book explains how to do it. With one day, you can cleanse toxins from your body, make your body a clean slate, and prepare for other weight loss results. Inside, youll find unique detoxification strategies, including 20 detoxification tea recipes you can make in 15 seconds. By drinking these teas daily, you can support your bodys ability to detoxify itself, making weight loss easy.

Bonus #2: Renew You: This eBook highlights stress management strategies. You wont be able to lose weight if youre stressed. Your body literally holds onto fat when stressed, making weight loss virtually impossible. This eBook discusses proven strategies for relieving stress, calming your mind, reducing anxiety, and boosting confidence, among other benefits.

When you buy Exipure, you also get exclusive access to two new bonus offers, including a box of five supplements and additional bottles of Exipure at a discount rate.

If you already bought Exipure, why not buy more? This package includes nine additional bottles of Exipure at a discount rate. Exipure is selling out quickly, and this may be the best chance to secure additional bottles of Exipure before they run out. By taking advantage of this offer, you can buy Exipure at a much lower rate than you get through the main Exipure.com website.

Exipure customers also have the opportunity to purchase the Exipure Wellness Box, an all-in-one box of five additional supplements to support health and wellness in various ways. The box includes a one month supply (30 to 60 capsules) of Ultra Collagen Complex, Biobalance Probiotic, Immune Boost, Deep Sleep 20, and MCT Oil Pure. Some supplements support weight loss. Others support sleep. Some boost digestion or overall health.

The Exipure Wellness Box contains five additional supplements valued at $620. The supplements include:

Ultra Collagen Complex: Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and many people take hydrolyzed collagen daily for anti-aging benefits and other effects. The Exipure Wellness Box contains Ultra Collagen Complex to help you rebuild and replace lost collagen while repairing saggy skin, among other effects. Just take one to two capsules daily.

Deep Sleep 20: A natural sleep aid, Deep Sleep 20 can help prepare your body for weight loss by optimizing sleep. Deep Sleep 20 contains proven natural sleep aids like passionflower, lemon balm, and melatonin. Instead of relying on sleep drugs, you can enjoy a natural and restorative sleep with non-habit-forming ingredients via Deep Sleep 20.

Biobalance Probiotics: Biobalance Probiotics is a digestive aid with 20 billion colony forming units (CFUs) of probiotic bacteria, more than 5x to 20x the dose in an average serving of probiotic yogurt. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that thrive in your digestive tract. They support immunity, weight loss, and overall health and wellness.

Immune Boost: We could all benefit from a boost to our immune system. Immune Boost aims to provide that boost. Immune Boost uses 1,200mg of a proprietary immune support formula to support your bodys natural defenses against diseases, illnesses, and viruses.

MCT Oil Pure: Medium chain triglyceride (MCT) supplements have never been more popular, and many people take MCT oil supplements daily for weight loss and appetite control. MCT Oil Pure contains 2,000mg of MCTs per serving. According to the manufacturer, you can lose weight 5x to 10x faster using the power of MCT Oil Pure.

Overall, Exipures Wellness Box contains over $620 worth of additional supplements at a discounted rate.

All Exipure purchases are backed by a 180 day moneyback guarantee. You can request a complete refund at any point within 6 months (180 days) of your purchase.

If you did not lose weight with Exipure, or if you were unsatisfied with the supplement for any reason, then you are entitled to a full refund.

Contact the makers of Exipure within 180 days of your purchase to begin the refund process.

Exipure is made in the United States and marketed online by a man named Jack Barrett. The product was developed by Dr. Wilkins and his team of researchers. The company makes Exipure in the United States in a GMP-certified, FDA-registered facility.

You can contact the makers of Exipure and their customer service team by email or phone:

We get plenty of questions about Exipure and how it works. Here are answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.

A: Exipure is marketed to anyone who wants to lose weight.

A: Exipure contains eight natural ingredients at normal dosages, with the biggest ingredient being olive leaf extract. The supplement is safe to take when used as recommended.

A: Take one capsule of Exipure daily with water to support your weight loss goals.

A: According to Exipure.com, customers have lost 25 to 40lbs of weight using Exipure or like Jack Barretts wife Monika Barrett, lose up to 59 pounds.

A: Exipure contains olive leaf extract (Oleuropein Blend [Olive (Olea europaea) leaf extract 20% Oleuropein] (200mg of the 300mg), quercetin (quercetum), panax ginseng (White Korean Ginseng root extract 5% ginsenosides), Perilla leaf extract 90% luteolin (perilla frutescens), Berberine (from Phellodendron amurense bark extract), Concentrated Bee Propolis, Holy Basil leaf extract 2.5% Ursolic and Oleanolic acids, and Kudzu root extract (Pueraria Iobata).

A: Exipure is exclusively available online through the official website, Exipure.com.

Exipure is a trendy weight loss pill that uses natural ingredients to support your weight loss goals.

Exipure is made as the worlds first 100% all-natural scientifically-proven formulation to fix the newly discovered root cause of your belly fat and slow metabolism, low brown fat levels! Inside each capsule of Exipure is a bespoke proprietary formula of eight high-quality tropical nutrients and plants in a potent 300mg dose measured with exact clinically-effective quantities that work on a biological level to increase brown fat, our calorie-burning engine.

By taking one capsule of Exipure daily, you can purportedly lose up to 25 to 59 lbs in a short period of time by enriching these metabolically-active, mitochondria-rich brown adipose tissue fat cells that start to convert and shrink white fat into energy. As the latest science stands, the activation of brown adipose tissue (BAT) represents a promising strategy to boost energy through heat production, aka thermogenesis. One thing remains certain, Exipure is a category-creating weight loss supplement that uniquely identified the root cause of unexplained weight gain in low brown adipose tissue levels, and then took this special discovery and formulated a tropical loophole using eight exotic extracts that promote BAT activation and (white adipose tissue (WAT) browning with subsequent beneficial health effects.

To buy Exipure today, visit Exipure.com.

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Mens Health And Fitness: How to Easily Restore Your Energy – The Southern Maryland Chronicle

Mens health and fitness are important for good living. Good health allows us to live pain-free lives while reducing the chances of contracting illnesses that can render us incapable of normal activities like work or daily errands. So, if you are a man, and you want advice on how to restore your energy, here are them.

Restoring energy is a task that many men have to deal with daily. As we mature, our bodies slowly become less efficient in the ways they use energy. And this can result in a man who is too tired by midday to function effectively at work or at home. Luckily, restoring your energy isnt so hard when you know how and what you need to do. The first thing for me is testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Men who are looking for an easy way to restore their energy should consider TRT because it has been proven highly effective. In fact, when used properly, TRT can restore a mans physical strength almost immediately after starting treatments. If you live in Atlanta you can consider an Atlanta TRT clinic, and in fact, there are many clinics in this area that offer the therapy. You can consider it alongside your location and see which one will be the best for you.

The next thing to restoring energy and staying healthy and fit is regular exercise. If you want to restore your energy, its important that you dont let yourself get out of shape. That means making the necessary effort to stay active and healthy, even when youre tired. It doesnt take much time to go for a jog around the block or do some sit-ups and push-ups in your living room, so theres no excuse not to be doing it on a daily basis. You can also consider joining a gym or finding some other form of indoor exercise like yoga. Exercise can also help you to get rid of stress and tension, which can not only drain your energy but also lead to a number of other health problems.

The next thing you should do to help yourself restore your energy is to make sure that you eat right. That means eating a balanced and nutritious diet and reducing the amount of caffeine and sugar in your food. This can be difficult for some men because they love their sweet treats and caffeine boosts, but its important if you want to live an energetic life. Also, consider taking vitamins on a daily basis just like any other man who wants to restore his energy. For example, vitamin B can help with fatigue so adding more foods containing this vitamin will boost your overall energy levels.

Last but not least, getting enough sleep is one of the most essential things you can do for your energy levels. Most men need around eight hours of sleep per night, so try to make it a priority in your life. If youre struggling to get enough sleep, there are a few things you can do to help yourself out. For example, avoid using electronic devices before bed and establish a regular bedtime routine that will help your body prepare for sleep. Once youve gotten into the habit of getting enough sleep, youll find that your energy levels are restored, and you feel more alert and productive during the day.

Sometimes, the best way to restore your energy is to take a break. This could mean taking a short vacation, even if its just for a few days. Or it could mean taking some time away from work or daily tasks so that you can relax and recharge your batteries. If youre feeling run down or constantly exhausted, then taking a break is something to consider doing. It doesnt have to be anything too extreme, just whatever works best for you. Excessive stress will drain your energy almost as much as poor diet and exercise habits will. So make sure that you take enough time off throughout the week so that you can relax and rejuvenate.

Another thing that you can do to restore your energy is to get a massage. There are lots of different types of massage available, so if youre not sure which one is right for you then you can do some research online. For example, a Swedish, hot stone, or deep tissue massage are all good choices if you want to relax and restore your energy. Remember that even though it might be difficult to find the time in your schedule to get a massage, its something that will benefit you long term by helping you relax and recharge after a hard day at work or looking after the kids.

So there you have it, six easy ways to restore your energy. All of these tips are simple and easy to follow, so theres no excuse not to get started today. Just remember that it takes time and effort to make a change in your lifestyle, but its worth it in the long run!

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Approach to spur testosterone production instead of synthesis on the horizon – Pharmaceutical Technology

Acesis Biomeds lead candidate has the potential to provide a safer solution to treat low testosterone and hypogonadism compared to existing treatments by instructing the bodys own cells to produce testosterone naturally.Image source: Shutterstock

Low testosterone in men is a widespread clinical problem linked to obesity, high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes. Nearly 39 percent of the worlds male population aged 45 and over have hypogonadism. But, despite this, there is a serious lack of innovation in the area with all current therapies available being based on synthetic testosterone developed in the 1930s.

Hypogonadism is widely referred to as male menopause since it mostly starts to affect men in midlife, impacting their mood, energy, fertility and can lead to osteoporosis. However, low testosterone and hypogonadism can affect younger men as well.

After the age of 30, testosterone levels decline 1-2% on average a year, depending on ethnicity and several other conditions or comorbidities, explains CEO and co-founder of Acesis Biomed, Dr Costas Karatzas in an interview with Pharmaceutical Technology.

The company is unique in its approach to treating low testosterone, without being a testosterone company and is developing a first-in-class non-steroidal oral peptide therapy designed to induce endogenous testosterone production in testosterone-deficient males.

Currently in preclinical development, Acesis lead candidate ACE-167 has the potential to provide a safer solution to treat low testosterone and hypogonadism compared to existing treatments by instructing the bodys own cells to produce testosterone naturally. This will be in contrast to synthetic testosterone AKA Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) or anabolic steroids which can have serious side-effects and a high potential for abuse as performance-enhancing drugs.

Many symptoms associated with low testosterone have been grouped under a depression disorder. So, many people who suffer from hypogonadism are given antidepressants which makes some issues worse their libido never comes back and their ability to perform is even worse.

In March 2019, the FDA approved Clarus Therapeutics TRT capsule to treat men with certain forms of hypogonadism. This marked the first and only FDA-approved oral soft gel for TRT, but as Karatzas says, it is still based on 70-year-old chemistry. As with other TRTs on the market, it is also indicated only for the age group of 40 to 65 years, thus excluding younger and older men. For ages 65 and above, the agency posits that the testosterone lowering process is part of normal ageing.

Acesis Biomeds lead candidate ACE-167, is an orally administered non-steroidal treatment that instructs the testis to produce its own testosterone. The testosterone (T) peptide modulator is being developed under the expertise of Dr Vassilios Papadopoulous, dean of the University of Southern Californias School of Pharmacy and co-founder of Acesis. He received millions in funding from multiple sources to support the research that led to the understanding of the mechanism underlying steroidogenesis, its regulation and the identification of a novel molecular therapeutic target of T restoration.

Karatzas says since the companys asset is not a steroid like testosterone, it does not come with the side-effects seen with widely used TRTs which includeenlarged breasts, high blood pressure, bone growth problems and acne. Its a peptide, which when taken orally, is designed to instruct the testes to make testosterone at the normal physiological levels.

Cholesterol transportation to the mitochondrial membrane is the limiting factor of how much steroid the testes will make, Karatzas says. There is a protein complex that affects how cholesterol is transported into the mitochondria, and, Dr Papadopoulos discovered a negative regulator of these proteins that transport cholesterol, he explains. The companys intellectual property deals with the peptides that can remove that negative regulator and allow cholesterol to move into the mitochondria to control the maximal amount of steroid being produced.

TRTs currently on the market involve administering testosterone to the body via gel, injection, patch or, as mentioned more recently, a pill.

Their administration can be almost as problematic as the TRTs themselves. Injections can require patients to go and visit their doctor every two weeks or six months. In the weeks running up to the next shot, men can suffer under the effects of waning testosterone levels. Furthermore, they run the risk of being addictive and abused, requiring recipients to be closely monitored.

Over the past few years, there has been a huge rise in off-label use, misuse and abuse of testosterone which is often touted to men for the improvement of things related to desirable facets of male masculinity energy, hair growth, sexual performance and muscle gains.

Steroids, differentiated only from TRT by being illegal, medically unsupervised and usually administered at much higher doses, were popularised by bodybuilders in the 80s and 90s. They soon became attractive to young men who wanted more muscular physiques.

When abused or taken in heavy doses, not only can it become highly addictive, but can also shut down organic testosterone production in the body leading to reduced testicle size and infertility. It also comes with an increased risk of blood clots and heart attack and can lead to paranoia and aggression.

Patches and gels, meanwhile, can cause cross-contamination to partners and children. An oral treatment that encourages the body to make its own testosterone could be a gamechanger. Karatzas says ACE-167 is not conducive to abuse or cross-contamination because of that unique protein to protein interaction.

There are nine therapies for the treatment of low testosterone and hypogonadism in preclinical development or Phase I trials including Acesis, but the firm is the only one developing an oral treatment that encourages the bodys own testosterone production rather than administering a synthetic hormone.

Based on our preclinical data so far, there is no excessive increase in testosterone. The limit of how much testosterone you make is personalised and depends on your own machinery.

Karatzas says that experts and pharma companies have only recently realised the central role that testosterone plays as the protagonist of many comorbidities. Aside from hypogonadism, low testosterone levels in blood have, in recent years, been found to also be an independent predictor of a number of cardiovascular risk factors. That includes metabolic syndromes at large obesity, abnormal cholesterol levels, high blood pressure and hypertension all of which can lead to Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

The prevalence of hypogonadism appears to be in almost 50% in individuals with Type 2 diabetes and obesity. In terms of the development space for hypogonadism, Karatzas says the market is anywhere between $3-4 billion per year for the FDA-approved indication in the 40-65 years age group. But, there will be more demand if the regulatory agencies allow use outside that age threshold, and there is potential for other comorbidities as well, he adds.

Acesis current clinical development plan is to show the safety and early efficacy of ACE-167 in individuals with hypogonadism in that 40-65-year-old age group, where there is already a path to approval. A Phase I trial is expected to commence in the next two years.

After this, Acesis will evaluate the peptide in a number of secondary markets including obesity, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and the reversible condition non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The company also plans to collaborate with foundations for patients with Klinefelters syndrome a condition where an extra X chromosome is present in addition to the XY resulting in low testosterone. Boys with Kleinfelter are put on TRT but they often face the problem of infertility, and Acesis approach can help enable sexual maturity.

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U.S. Transhumanist Party Putting Science, Health, and Technology at the Forefront of American Politics

The U.S. Transhumanist Party was founded on October 7, 2014, and has since grown to over 3,600 members.

Learn about future technology and trends that will affect the lives of everyone you care about.

Join us weekly at the Virtual Enlightenment Salon to learn from other Transhumanists.

Join our party. Membership is free and open to everyone worldwide.

Find out the Values of the U.S. Transhumanist Party and read our extensive, member-generated Platform.

Read our Constitution and the Transhumanist Bill of Rights.

For an overview of what the U.S. Transhumanist Party stands for, watch Chairman Gennady Stolyarov IIs address at RAADfest 2017, The U.S. Transhumanist Party: Pursuing a Peaceful Political Revolution for Longevity.

Read Chairman Stolyarovs 60-page essay, The United States Transhumanist Party and the Politics of Abundance, published as Chapter 5 ofThe Transhumanism Handbook, a major compilation of transhumanist thought edited by Newton Lee.

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The U.S. Transhumanist Party is focused onpolicyrather thanpoliticsas conventionally defined. We value initiatives and reforms that will improve the human condition for as many people as possible, with as much beneficial impact as possible and without regard for scoring political points or defeating the other side. We seek to achieve the next, greatest era of our civilization, which will require constructive solutions to the problems of our current era. All of these problems can be solved if we look away from the political trench warfare of today and up toward a far brighter future.

Ideal 1.The Transhumanist Party supports significant life extension achieved through the progress of science and technology.

Ideal 2.The Transhumanist Party supports a cultural, societal, and political atmosphere informed and animated by reason, science, and secular values.

Ideal 3.The Transhumanist Party supports efforts to use science, technology, and rational discourse to reduce and eliminate various existential risks to the human species.

Find the U.S. Transhumanist Party Platform as Article VI of our Constitution or in this standalone presentation. Below is just a selection of some of our key values and goals, as determined by votes of our members, but we have many other ideas as well, and we also frame the ideas below with a great deal of thought and detail.

Individual privacy and liberty over how to apply technology to ones personal life. [Article VI, Section I]

Tolerance and inclusivity of all individuals of all races, genders, classes, religions, creeds, national origins, and other characteristics.[Article VI, Section II]

Support of most technologies but opposition to certain detrimental technologies (e.g., weapons of mass destruction, privacy-infringing technologies, engineering of new pathogens).[Article VI, Section III]

Opposition to nuclear weapons, support of complete nuclear disarmament, even if unilateral.[Article VI, Section IV]

Support of research on eradicating disease.[Article VI, Section V]

Morphological freedom.[Article VI, Section VI]

Support of all values and efforts toward cultivation of science, technology, reason.[Article VI, Section VII]

Support of all emerging technologies that improve the human condition, including:

Autonomous vehicles

Electric vehicles

Economical solar power

Safe nuclear power

Hydroelectricity

Geothermal power

Applications for the sharing of durable goods

Artificial intelligence

Biotechnology

Nanotechnology

Robotics

Rapid transit

3D printing

Vertical farming

Electronic devices to detect and respond to trauma

Beneficial genetic modification of plants, animals, and human beings[Article VI, Section IX]

Ending the drug war.[Article VI, Section XIV]

Reforming the prison system to reduce the incarcerated population.[Article VI, Section XV]

Universal Basic Income (UBI) not conditional on life circumstances, occupations, other income, or wealth.[Article VI, Section XVI]

Reasonable measures to fund space travel.[Article VI, Section XVII]

Using science and technology to eliminate disabilities.[Article VI, Section XVIII]

Ending the two-party duopoly.[Article VI, Section XIX]

Life extension / anti-aging.[Article VI, Sections V, VIII, IX]

Removal of barriers to medical research and deployment of treatments.[Article VI, Sections LXXIX, LXXX, LXXXI, LXXXII]

Reducing the national debt.[Article VI, Section XXXV]

Alternative sources of energy and their technological implementations. [Article VI, Section XXXVIII]

Increasing the budget of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).[Article VI, SectionLXXVII]

Support for political, economic, and cultural experimentation e.g., seasteads and micronations.[Article VI, SectionXXII]

Childrens rights proportional to their rational faculties. [Article VI, Sections XXIII, LXII]

Animal welfare (but not animal liberation). [Article VI, Section XXIV]

Opposition to intolerant, rights-violating, anti-technological, and compulsion-imposing doctrines, be they religious or secular.[Article VI, Sections XXV, XL, LXIII]

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The Transhumanist agenda is more than just Artificial Intelligence (AI), or robots taking over American jobs, or transgender restrooms at public facilities to accommodate an ever growing push for uniformity among the masses.

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Transhumanism is Posthumanism. It is humanism with the optimism taken out, a movement that advocates for the transformation and the advancement of humanity through technology that runs the gamut from nanotechnology to AI. This paradigm is not limited to gadgets and medicine but also molds social, economic, cultural, institutional design, language, and the psyche.

To be clear, Transhumanism is a manufactured endpoint to human evolution

Transhumanism began taking shape in the 1930s under Social Engineers like Edward Bernays whose book Propaganda revealed the method of mind control for anyone curious enough to pay attention:

The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in democratic society. Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government which is the true ruling power of our country. We are governed, our minds are molded, our tastes formed, our ideas suggested, largely by men we have never heard of. This is a logical result of the way in which our democratic society is organized. Vast numbers of human beings must cooperate in this manner if they are to live together as a smoothly functioning society. In almost every act of our daily lives, whether in the sphere of politics or business, in our social conduct or our ethical thinking, we are dominated by the relatively small number of personswho understand the mental processes and social patterns of the masses. It is they who pull the wires which control the public mind.~ Edward L. Bernays, Master Propagandist

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These messages and themes are blatant for anyone to see, if the eyes are open. They represent a form of consent, which individuals must give for the agenda to be carried out. Social engineers have informed us through fiction, non-fiction, film, media, the educational system, politics, religion, sports, Hollywood celebrities, and rigged elections throughout the centuries. And each time we have consented with our silence and inaction. This is implied consent. There is no longer true informed consent which would mean both parties can choose tonotconsent.

Aldous Huxleys novel Brave New World informed us of a world of bio and social engineering in black and white. He described a future that had already begun to take shape under his pen. To grasp the Huxleyesque nature of current culture we only need to look at one of his personal quotes:

There will be, in the next generation or so, a pharmacological method of making people love their servitude, and producing dictatorship without tears, so to speak, producing a kind of painless concentration camp for entire societies, so that people will in fact have their liberties taken away from them, but will rather enjoy it, because they will be distracted from any desire to rebel by propaganda or brainwashing, or brainwashing enhanced by pharmacological methods. And this seems to be the final revolution ~Aldous Huxley

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Transhumanism is mind control to shift perception to a hybrid society. As perception shifts, the individual is homogenized into an amorphous public persona. The term Public Health is, itself a public relations term, created in 1913 when the Rockefeller Institute of Medical Research (RIMR) to convince individuals to give up their power to an outside, unseen authority.

Public health dilutes the power of individuals. An individual is real. A public is a concept. Therefore, Public Opinion, Public Safety, Public Body, and Public Perception are myths used to justify a transfer of power to a higher authority. There is no power in the group. As each human is born an individual, there is only individual perception, individual opinion, individual bodies, and individual safety.

Once you are convinced to do things for the good of the public, such as implanting tracking chips to keep your job, or merging yourself to a machine to enhance your memory, or taking nano-chipped pharmaceutical drugs to ensure compliance, or agreeing to public checkpoints, you lose individual identity. You are part of the blob. And how do you measure the success of the public? Has the nation become stronger as a result of handing over individual power to an outside authority?

We now live in a nation where doctors destroy health, lawyers destroy justice, universities destroy knowledge, governments destroy freedom, the press destroys information, religion destroys morals, and our banks destroy the economy. ~ Chris Hedges

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Transhumanism is Inversion Reality to create order out of chaos, where up is down, black is white, sickness is health, male is female, abnormal is normal, and uniformity is unity. It is a reality of a perfect controllable race. The Transhumanist movement is not new or out-of-the-box. It has been playing out before our eyes under the deception of politics and Hollywood make-up and glamour for more than a century.

Transgendered actors are now coming out to be recognized as separate from male or female; non-gendered. Like Caitlyn Jenner, anyone has a right to reshape themselves and choose a different identify. However, what happens when true identity is concealed and used for deception? How many Hollywood actors, mainstream news anchors, super models, politicians, are disguisedbehind wigs, false eyelashes, or beards to create the Great Deception? What deeper meaning rests behind celebrity worship, the golden idols actors give themselves, or the pentagrams they bow down to on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?

Have people been measuring themselves against a standard of beauty and worth based in illusion? Do New Age teachings go back to the Freemasons? Back to Babylon and the Gnostic teachings?

With more questions than answers, is it time to look behind the curtain of the Media Industrial Complex?

The Transhumanist-Posthuman agenda is not about the equality of the sexes since the sexes are meant to merge int0 an androgynous blob. Under the Trans Agenda, an era of social and ecologic inequities are the new standard where nature is unnecessary and human relationships are replaced by sexbots that cook, clean, converse (or not), and provide for physical needs.

What if the deeper agenda is to weakenthe male energy as protector and defender, subvert the female essence, and neutralize the divine through technologies such as CRISPR? CRISPR genetically modifies DNA to redesign gender at the level of the human embryo to create an androgyne that cannot reproduce.

The Transhumanist agenda offers a radical upgrade of humanity to something smarter, bigger, better. It suggests we are entering a virtual reality without a discussion of morals or spiritual matters, where we can transcend our biological limitations with implants and injections. Is this the wet dream of a robot or the musings of a madman? Do we extend life, prevent death, or bring the dead back to life even if life is no longer worth living? As TV and films try to convince us that vampires are sexy, do we leave the light behind because the darkness brings a different type of eternity? Do we accept that the Transgender agenda has infiltrated the classroom to indoctrinate children fromKindergarten?

In agreeing to the Trans Agenda, we need to know the consequences of our actions instead of rushing headlong over a cliff. What are the risks? Were the risks knowable when corporations introduced new technology that promised to feed the world with genetically-modified foods or connect the world through electro-magnetic frequencies? Now that GMO foods are not enough to feed the world, the message has shifted to taking a shot in the arm to feed the world: For every flu shot given at our Pharmacy or The Little Clinic, well donate a meal to Feeding America.

Are the negative health effects of these previous untested technologies the real reason humanity needs to preserve itself in new ways? Or are GMO foods and vaccines just part of the agenda to bioengineer humans to prevent procreation? Will babies be made-to-order to maintain order?

The Transhumanist Agenda will declare that humanity will go extinct or permanently destroy itself unless transhumanistic technologies are realized. Are we repeating an extinction that happened once before in Atlantis? Shouldnt we be asking ourselves if there is meaning to living an imperfect life or dying a natural death because nature and God are part of the equation?

While youll feel compelled to charge forward its often a gentle step back that will reveal to you where you and what you truly seek. ~ Rasheed Ogunlaru

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From the Rocky Horror Picture Show to the Truman Show, the message is clear. The Great Divide of humanity is purposeful in the Transhumanist Agenda. But are the risks of Transhumanism clear? Does the original personality remain the same? Does the soul remain intact? Can a posthuman being with increased life expectancy, intelligence, health, memory cease to exist on a higher level? Are we sacrificing divinity to agree to cloning and to worship androgyny and the god of AI? Is policy guidance written by a hidden government enough to forge ahead to a Brave New World? What happens to peace, love, caring, and cooperation?

Those who believe in the Trans religion have a right, as long as it does not infringe upon anothers Rights. And those who choose not to? Their Rights must be preserved too. Informed-consent means no deception from the inside-out. Freedom for humanity to evolve depends on the voices who speak up against the infiltration by dark forces. Are you ready?

Rosanne Lindsay is a writer andNaturopath.Sheis a health freedom advocate and the author of two books, The Nature of Healing: Heal the Body, Heal the Planet, and her latest book based on her own story of thyroid disease reversal:Free Your Voice, Heal Your Thyroid, Reverse Thyroid Disease Naturally.Find her on Facebook atRosanne LindsayandNatureofhealing.Consult with her (Skype or Zoom consults available) atnatureofhealing.org. Subscribe to her blog athttp://www.natureofhealing.org/blog/.

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Another Year Without A Family Christmas? – newsconcerns

While lockdowns were supposed to be temporary initially just a couple of weeks to flatten the curve nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, theres no end in sight. Thanksgiving was once again canceled in many parts of the U.S., and many government leaders again urged residents to cancel their Christmas celebrations too. The latest Omicron mutation has given bureaucrats additional reasons to unleash their power and raise panic.

What many still dont realize is that the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic has little to do with the spread of an actual virus, and everything to do with the planned global takeover and implementation of a technocratic agenda known as The Great Reset.

Universal mask mandates, social distancing, business shutdowns, online working and learning, and quarantining of asymptomatic individuals are all forms of soft indoctrination to get us used to an entirely new, and unfathomably inhumane, way of life devoid of our usual rights and freedoms.

Klaus Schwab is the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum. Schwab announced the World Economic Forums Great Reset Agenda in June 2020,1 which includes stripping people of their privately owned assets.

In addition to being a poster boy for technocracy, Schwab also has a strong transhumanist bend, and wrote the book on the Fourth Industrial Revolution, a hallmark of which is the merger of man and machine, biology and digital technology.2

According to Winter Oak a British nonprofit social justice organization Schwab and his globalist accomplices are using the COVID-19 pandemic to bypass democratic accountability, to override opposition, to accelerate their agenda and to impose it on the rest of humankind against our will.

While the Great Reset plan is being sold as a way to make life fair and equitable for all, the required sacrifices do not apply to the technocrats running the system.

On the contrary, as noted by Patrick Wood in an interview with James Delingpole, the wealth distribution and circular economies promoted by the technocratic elite will never benefit the people, because what theyre really referring to is the redistribution of wealth from the people, to themselves.

Evidence of this can be seen in the decision to allow big box stores to remain open during the pandemic while forcing small businesses to close, no matter how small the infection risk.

Theres really no rhyme or reason for such a decision, other than to shift wealth away from small, private business owners to multinational corporations. More than half of all small business owners fear their businesses wont survive.3

Since the beginning of the pandemic, the collective wealth of 651 billionaires in the U.S. rose by more than $1 trillion (36%).4 To put their current wealth in perspective, not only did the number of billionaires in America swell to 745 during the pandemic, but their assets grew by $2.1 trillion.5

According to the online newsletter Inequality, The $5 trillion in wealth now held by 745 billionaires is two-thirds more than the $3 trillion in wealth held by the bottom 50 percent of U.S. households estimated by the Federal Reserve Board.

As noted by Frank Clemente, executive director of Americans for Tax Fairness, Never before has America seen such an accumulation of wealth in so few hands.6

Thats technocratic wealth redistribution for you. Ultimately, The Great Reset will result in two tiers or people: the technocratic elite, who have all the power and rule over all assets, and the rest of humanity, who have no power, no assets and no voice.

That the COVID-19 pandemic is a form of class war is also evident in the way rules are enforced. While citizens are threatened with fines and arrest if they dont do as theyre told, those who lay down the rules repeatedly break them without repercussions.

If you need more evidence that were in the middle of a technocratic takeover, look no further than the mass vaccination agenda and the promotion of fake, lab-grown meat. Bill Gates, another frontline technocrat, has repeatedly stated that we have no choice but to vaccinate everyone against COVID-19.

Naturally, hes heavily invested in said vaccine and stands to gain handsomely from a global mass vaccination campaign. Technocrats are nothing if not self-serving, all while pretending to be do-gooders much like COVID Claus in our little video.

Eventually, your personal identification, medical records, finances and who knows what else will all be tied together and embedded somewhere on or in your body. Every possible aspect of your biology and life activities will be trackable 24/7. You will also be digitally tied into the internet of things, which eventually will include smart cities.

All the different parts of this giant population control grid fit together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. The global vaccination agenda ties into the biometric identity agenda, which ties into the cashless society agenda, which ties into the social credit system agenda, which ties into the social engineering agenda and so on.

When you follow this experiment to its ultimate conclusion, you find all of humanity enslaved within a digitized prison with no way out. Those who rebel will simply have their digital-everything restricted or shut down.

The rise of fake, lab-grown meat is a puzzle piece of The Great Reset agenda too. According to the World Economic Forum, lab-grown, cultured meat is a more sustainable alternative to conventional livestock, and in the future, well all be eating a lot less meat. As noted on its website:7

As the world looks to reset its economy, along with food systems, in a cleaner way post-pandemic, one more sustainable solution coming to fruition is cultured meat Cultured meat takes much less time to grow, uses fewer of the planets resources, and no animals are slaughtered.

But dont think for a second that this has anything to do with environmental protection. No, its about controlling the food supply and preventing food independence.

Already, multinational corporations have taken over a majority of the global food supply with their patented genetically engineered seeds. Patented cultured meats and seafood will allow private companies to control the food supply in its entirety, and by controlling the food supply, they will control countries and entire populations.

Public health will undoubtedly suffer from this dietary switch, as canola and safflower oil8 are primary sources of fat in these fake meat concoctions. Vegetable oils are loaded with linoleic acid (LA), an omega-6 fat that, in excess, acts as a metabolic poison, causing severe mitochondrial dysfunction, insulin resistance, decreased NAD+ levels, obesity and a radical decrease in your ability to generate cellular energy.

Our LA consumption 150 years ago was between 2 and 3 grams per day. Today it is 10 to 20 times higher. If fake meat becomes a staple, the average LA intake is bound to increase even further.

The Great Reset is well underway, but its not yet too late to stop it. Enough people have to see it and understand it, though. And then they must act. If we want to prevent The Great Reset from destroying life as we know it, we must view civil disobedience as a duty. We must resist it from every angle.

We must reclaim our sovereignty, our right to live free, to open our businesses and move about freely. We must communicate with our elected leaders and demand they not infringe on our constitutional rights. We have to engage in political processes and help educate our local sheriffs of their role as defenders of the constitution. We may also need to support legal challenges.

A small step in the right direction that you can take right now would be to celebrate Christmas like you normally would this week, and not allow the Klaus Schwabs and Bill Gateses of the world rob you of valuable time with family and friends.

There are no guarantees in this life, and for many, this will be their last Christmas. So, spend it well. Cherish life by actually living it and spending it with those you love. Refusing to give up our humanity is how we resist The Great Reset.

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Weight loss: The right time to eat for weight loss – Times of India

To lose weight, dinner is extremely important. Having dinner at the right time is important. An early dinner is key to weight loss and a great physique. Eating at late hours leads to slow digestion and the entire process of digestion, even though slow, does not take place properly when you eat late. Not just this, late night meals disturb your sleep. Eating early aids the process of digestion and helps to digest meals better as it makes way for an overnight fast that lasts longer than the standard eight hours.

Experts say that eaters who had meals between 6 AM to 2 PM lost more weight as compared to those who ate late meals. However, this would lead to very long hours of fasting which is not suitable for everyone. It is therefore advised to stick to regular early timings which are between 6 PM to 6:30 PM. Eating dinner after 8 PM can lead to weight gain and adding inches to your waist and also lead to an overall weight gain, studies suggest.

Managing your meals content and timings can help a great deal in achieving the target weight and a healthy lifestyle.

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Expert tips to prevent ageing and maintain healthy skin in your 20s, 30s and 40s – The Indian Express

Skin issues including fine lines, pigmentation, discolouration, uneven texture and wrinkles have become increasingly common these days.

The reason behind premature ageing is stress, rising pollution levels, poor nutrition and increased exposure to blue light. We have been getting cases of a lot of 25 year olds who have developed skin texture similar to 70 year olds because of the above-mentioned factors. However, such skin issues can be avoided by incorporating a regular skincare routine. Besides that, one can also opt for certain injectable skin remodelling treatments including Profhilo, which have almost zero downtime to pump in nutrition for preventing premature ageing, said Dr Ami Shah, dermatologist, cosmetologist and laser surgeon in Surat.

Here are some of the essential tips from the expert to maintain healthy and young-looking skin:

In your 20s

*Emphasise more on prevention than worrying about the skin issues.*Major skin issues faced in this age are dull skin, breakouts, acne and blackheads. All these happen due to the hormonal changes in the body.*Its imperative to have a healthy lifestyle, follow a nutritious diet and good sleep.*Skincare regime should involve CTM. Never put make-up on while going to bed. Moisturise your skin well no matter if you have oily skin. Ensure that your moisturiser and toner have hyaluronic acid in it.&Apply sunscreen when stepping out. Sun burns, tanning, rashes, itchiness, even skin cancer are caused by exposure to suns harmful radiation.*You need to check whether your sunscreen provides protection from UVA and UVB radiation besides HCV and iron oxide.*Never ignore skin issues in this age. Certain medical treatments are designed to take care of these issues holistically.

In your 30s

*Focus more on the intake of right nutrition because this is the age when metabolism slows down.*You need to have a more tailor-made skin regime depending upon your skin issue after consulting your skin expert.*This is also the age when inflammation happens a lot.

In your 40s

*Loss of hydration, sagging and wrinkles are the main skin issues in this age.*Need to adhere to certain skin treatments that involve building collagen and injecting Hyaluronic acid.*Watch your bodys weight as well as its pivotal to maintain the right BMI for a healthy body and skin.*The process should actually start from your 30s as it can become difficult to maintain weight suddenly in your 40s.*Excessive body weight can make you susceptible to various NCDs like diabetes, hypertension and obesity.*A positive mind is also essential in this age-group because this is the time when the menopause also sets in.*Visit your skin expert is mandatory in a month.

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Healthy eating on a budget – The Star Online

When people are asked why they do not eat healthy foods, many claim that it is expensive.

However, this is untrue; healthy eating can be budget-friendly, as long as you follow some simple guidelines.

Healthy eating is important for a healthy lifestyle and disease prevention.

This has become even more pertinent as we face the continuing threat of Covid-19, which has significantly altered our lives these two years.

A healthy diet is as important as good hygiene when it comes to prevention of sickness and infections.

However, there is a misconception that healthy eating is expensive and unfeasible for the general public.

The core of the issue is not cost, but having the right knowledge and making a consistent effort.

During these times of financial uncertainties, we need to correct our perceptions about healthy eating habits and encourage everyone to eat healthily.

A mistaken belief

Why does the impression that healthy eating is expensive still persist?

One of the reasons is the belief that foods labelled or promoted as superfoods or health foods, which usually carry a higher price tag, are always healthier.

Some people also equate price with nutritional value, believing that expensive imported foods are better and healthier thats absolutely not true!

Sure, these superfoods or imported produce may be rich in nutrients, but we can also get local produce with comparable nutrient content without denting the wallet!

There are also those who believe that healthy eating means consuming tonics and supplements.

These are not only costly, but certainly not necessary for everyone.

A smart consumer recognises that branding, claims and high prices do not determine the nutritional value of a food or produce.

What we need to do is to apply smart shopping skills and nutrition knowledge when it comes to buying and consuming foods.

The following tips can guide you to eat healthy within a budget.

> Shop smart

The first step towards affordable healthy eating is smart shopping.

A smart shopper obtains reasonably-priced, healthy and nutritious foods/ingredients for the family.

> Choose where you shop

You do not have to go to a high-end supermarket to get ingredients of high quality.

Purchasing groceries at wet markets, night markets and hypermarkets can get you a better bargain, and sometimes, even fresher produce.

> Plan your purchase

Prepare a weekly/biweekly meal plan and come up with a grocery list before going to the market.

Follow the list and avoid impulse buying!

> Select fresh over processed

For example, get fresh tomatoes instead of ready-to-eat pasta sauce.

It is way healthier and cheaper to make your own sauce.

> Buy in bulk

Certain products are cheaper to buy in large quantities, especially during sales.

However, plan your consumption to avoid over-purchasing and wastage.

> Pick cheaper alternatives

Cheaper does not necessarily mean less healthy.

Perhaps, you can alternate meat in your daily meals with legumes, which are cheaper and of comparable nutritional value.

> Opt for generic brands and local products

They are generally cheaper than branded or imported products, but the quality and nutritional value are of the same level.

> Read the labels

Check the nutrition information of each packaged product you are planning to buy and compare with others to get the best nutritional value and reasonable price.

Wok it up

The next step in pocket-friendly healthy eating is to cook at home.

This is generally cheaper than eating out or ordering food delivery.

More importantly, you have control over every aspect of food preparation, thus making your meals healthier and more hygienic.

Lets take the example of a dish of spaghetti bolognese.

Heres the estimated budget when you cook this dish at home for four people:

This comes up to a total of about RM20, which works out to be about RM5 per person.

Compare this to the price of RM18-25 for one dish of spaghetti bolognese before tax at a restaurant.

And heres a home-cooking tip for you: Prepare larger portions and make use of the leftovers.

For example, leftover grilled chicken from dinner can be used to make chicken sandwiches for lunch the next day.

But be mindful to store and reheat leftovers appropriately.

One positive thing about the movement control order was that more people started cooking at home.

Practise the tips above to save on cost and cook more often.

But also remember to always apply the basic principles of healthy eating, i.e.:

Healthy eating can be affordable if you have the know-how and are willing to put in the hard work required.

Dr Roseline Yap is a nutritionist and Nutrition Society of Malaysia honorary treasurer. This article is courtesy of the Malaysian Paediatric Associations Positive Parenting programme in collaboration with expert partners. For further information, please email starhealth@thestar.com.my. The information provided is for educational and communication purposes only, and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. Information published in this article is not intended to replace, supplant or augment a consultation with a health professional regarding the readers own medical care. The Star does not give any warranty on accuracy, completeness, functionality, usefulness or other assurances as to the content appearing in this column. The Star disclaims all responsibility for any losses, damage to property or personal injury suffered directly or indirectly from reliance on such information.

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Women offered preventative health services through new program – Dothan Eagle

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The Barbour County and Henry County health departments in the Southeastern Public Health District are now offering a program called Well Woman that provides preventative health screenings and chronic disease management.

The goal of the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Well Woman program is to provide preconception and inter-conception care to women ages 15 to 55 as a foundation for wellness through health coaching, health promotion, chronic disease identification, and assistance with adopting a healthy lifestyle.

The program began to expand after Butler, Dallas, and Wilcox counties piloted the program with success in 2017.

In October 2018, ADPH received funds from a governors initiative addressing infant mortality, and a portion of the funds were combined with Title V Maternal and Child Health federal funds to expand the Well Woman program to Montgomery, Macon, and Russell counties.

A Well Woman visit begins with the woman visiting the county health department for her services, said Crystalee Walters, Maternal and Child Health Coordinator. Please call the Barbour County Health Department at 334-687-4808 or the Henry County Health Department at 334-585-2660 to schedule an appointment and start living a healthier lifestyle.

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Christmas 2021: How To Keep Your Weight in Check Amid Xmas and New Year’s Celebration – News18

Christmas 2021:The holiday season is the most difficult time to stay on track and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The period right afterChristmasand before New Year is filled with savoury food, desserts and drinks. Food does bring people together and we like feeding our loved ones during the holiday season, and similarly, tend to eat a little more with our family and friends. However, it is essential to keep a check on the extra kilos that we gain this time. Here are some easy tips to keep you healthy in the festive season:

Intaking fluids, especially water is extremely important when youre binging on all the greasy food. Drinking enough water will make you feel less hungry, tired and lazy. Additionally, one must also limit their alcohol intake, which has no nutrition.

When you pack your bags for your trip, make sure on packing nutritional fruits, nuts and protein bars. This will help you curb your craving for snacking on unhealthy chips and oily deep-friend snacks. Protein bars can also help you feel less hungry and add extra nutrition to your diet.

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Eating local organically grown fruits and foods can help you stay in shape. Wherever you happen to be, make sure to buy some local food items which have their nutritional benefits and minerals, that can keep you on track and healthy.

Taking adequate rest on your vacations is extremely important for your physical and mental health. You would not want to start your New Year feeling sluggish and low, thus resting and getting sufficient sleep is crucial.

Although you cannot hit the gym while on a vacation, take some time for yourself and go for a run or brisk walk and admire the nature around you. This will keep you sane, fresh, and also charge you for your long days ahead. You could also carry your little gym along with you, which includes a set of dumbells and skipping ropes.

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When it comes to being an overachiever, vitamin D seems to qualify. Research has linked deficiencies in the vitamin to higher risk of osteoporosis, and certain cancers, autoimmune diseases, and mood disorders. A recent study in the European Heart Journal suggests cardiovascular disease should be high on that list, too.

Researchers looked at data on nearly 300,000 people, including blood pressure, cardiac imaging, gene variants, and vitamin levels in the blood.

They found that people with lower-than-recommended levels of vitamin D are more likely to struggle with heart disease and higher blood pressure compared to those with adequate levels. For example, participants with the lowest concentrations had double the risk of heart disease as those with sufficient amounts.

Although its possible to get vitamin D from foodsuch as fatty fish, eggs, and fortified products like milkthe researchers noted that dietary options tend to be a relatively poor source of vitamin D compared to getting enough sunshine. (Hello, daily outdoor runs!)

For those in climates with less sun in the winter months, they suggested taking a daily supplement, particularly if youre at higher risk for cardiovascular diseasehaving high blood pressure or a family history, for instance. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends 600 to 800 international units (IU) of vitamin D daily for children (1 year and older) and adults. (Before starting on any new supplements, its important to consult your doctor or a sports dietitian.)

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Want to get the most out of sun exposure, dietary choices, and supplements? Then be sure to focus on your gut health, suggested Deborah Kado, M.D., director of the Osteoporosis Clinic at UC San Diego Health. She was not involved in the recent study, but did publish research in the journal Nature that found people with impaired microbiomes didnt absorb as much vitamin D as those with higher overall microbiome diversity.

That means incorporating healthy lifestyle habits like regular exercise could optimize your vitamin D intake, she told Runners World. Not only could that lower heart disease risk, but it also give you that breadth of benefits connected to the vitamin, such as a sunnier mood, stronger bones, and better protection during cold and flu season.

The health of the bacteria in our gut relate to being able to maximize vitamin D metabolism in the body for all sorts of important health issues, including osteoporosis and immune function, she said. The best strategy is to promote a nourishing environment for healthy gut bacteria.

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