Wayne is the author of four books and a practitioner of acupuncture, Chinese medicine and integrative medicine. He is the director and producer of "On the Path to Strawberry Fields."

Carole King and Gerry Goffin wrote the song "Up On The Roof"back in 1962. The Drifters made it a big hit that same year.

Other people also sang it, including Julie Grant, Kenny Lynch, Little Eva, Jimmy Justice, Richard Anthony, Laura Nyro, Ike and Tina Turner, Kenny Rankin, the Nylons, the Cover Girls, and Tuck and Patti.

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band covered the song live in 1975 during their initial Born to Run tour. And James Taylor did a version that remains his last top 40 hit as a soloist.

I'm talking about the iconic "Up on the Roof," with lyrics that begin:

When this old world starts getting me down

And people are just too much for me to face

I climb way up to the top of the stairs

And all my cares just drift right into space

Right now for many of us, going up on the roof doesn't sound like a bad idea. This old world is getting a lot of us down, and for many people it is just too much to face. It would be a mighty fine feeling for all cares to just drift right off into space.

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I don't blame you for thinking that way. It's been a season of turbulence. We're seeing weather extremes hurricanes, storms, severe heat, fires, floods, earthquakes and more all within the context of the recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report saying we are nearing a tipping point on climate change.

We're seeing the ravages of war, as the U.S. ends its engagement in Afghanistan.

We're seeing a pandemic that seemingly has no end.

And we're seeing people at each other's throats, ready to seemingly kill one another over these and many other issues that divide us as Americans.

Can we find our way? Or is the only answer to go up on the roof?

We are warring among ourselves, and ultimately, we are warring with our own psyches, stuck in an endless cycle of anger, fear, hate, greed, selfishness, loneliness, fragmentation, trauma, abuse, addiction and more.

We need to love more, and be loved more. We need to be heard, and hear others. We need to care for others, and be cared for. We need to give more to others, without asking for anything in return. We need to appreciate our differences. And we need to slow down.

Furthermore, it can't be all about money and power over others. We must find the balance between materialism and the public good; i.e. the water, the air, the forests, and all other living and nonliving organisms. We can live in synergy with all these, if we want. Or we can choose the path of destruction.

The choice is ours. I think the answer is obvious, in that most of us want peace. And love.

There is a path forward. Through social cohesion, in which we come together as a people. We can move away from this dystopian nightmare and move towards a more just, compassionate, caring, sustainable, regenerative and wise future.

There is a way to get there. It will take political will, a re-thinking about how best to allocate our resources and, perhaps most importantly, a change in mindset akin to a spiritual transformation. We need to go from a scarcity way of living to an abundance approach.

The famed economist John Maynard Keynes envisioned a world that was a post-scarcity society and wrote about it in his 1930 essay "Economic Possibilities for Our Grandchildren." He saw a coming age of abundance within 100 years. That means we've got nine years to bring Keynes' vision to fruition.

Man, do we have a lot of work ahead of us. But we can do it. I have faith.

Just remember, it's all about the Commons and the public good. By focusing on these, we can find our way.

To put it in easy- to-remember terms: share and care, collaborate and cooperate. And also, as the Ink Spots, Sam Cooke, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and others sang, "The Best Things in Life Are Free." The songwriting team of Buddy DeSylva, Lew Brown and Ray Henderson wrote in 1927:

The moon belongs to everyone

The best things in life are free

The stars belong to everyone

They gleam there for you and for me

The flowers in spring, the robins that sing

The moonbeams that shine

They're yours, they're mine

And love can come to everyone

The best things in life are free

And love can come to everyone

The best things in life are free

In the interim, if you do feel like going up on the roof so that all your cares just drift off into space, be my guest. And when you come back down, be ready to have a renewed vigor for the transformation ahead.

We can do it.

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Worldwide Health Coaching Market Analysis to 2027 is a specialized and in-depth study of the Health Coaching Market Industry with a focus on the global market trend. The report aims to provide an overview of global Health Coaching Market with detailed market segmentation by product/application and geography. The global Health Coaching Market is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period. The report provides key statistics on the Market status of the players and offers key trends and opportunities in the market.

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As always with any new product or DIY experiment, do a patch test before slathering on; just because you can consume the spice doesn't mean your skin will tolerate it the same way. Sometimes people can have unexpected reactions to the topical treatment, especially if you have sensitive skin.

Finally, we'd be remiss not to discuss traditional turmeric's bright orange hue, which makes for a beautiful mask, sure, but turmeric is also notorious for staining (your clothes and your skin, it turns out). To avoid tinging your face orange, using just a small amount of the spice in your DIY adventures. Or, you can find the aforementioned kasturi turmeric and avoid this problem altogether.

And the worst case scenario: The staining only temporary. So don't freak! "Curcumin, the main component of turmeric, is oil-soluble," says Plescia. So a gentle oil cleanser should be able to remove the pigment, even if it does take a couple of times for it to totally clear. Even if you leave the stain alone completely, the sebum in your skin will lift off the pigment eventually.

As for ingesting the spice, if you take too much curcumin, it can cause bleeding and bruising, says Yufang Lin, M.D., an integrative medicine specialist at Cleveland Clinic. So stick to the typical dosing, which is usually around 500 milligrams max per day. "Allergic reaction and intolerancesuch as stomach upset, diarrhea, and refluxare possible," Lin adds, but this is extremely rare.

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CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) of Carlsbad, Calif., a leading physical therapy provider and practice management organization, today announced the grand opening of its affiliated Pro Active Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine (Pro Active) clinic inBrighton, Colo.,located at 1321 South. 4th Ave. The Pro Active Brighton clinic elevates the brand's presence in the state to 13.

Pro Active's new outpatient clinic will support all ages and is proud to offer theBrighton communityand surrounding areas a full range of pain management and injury prevention services including: physical therapy, functional integrative therapy, work injury rehabilitation, blood flow restriction therapy and sports medicine for a combined approach to pain resolution and injury recovery.

"The opening of our Brighton clinic is another critical step toward our commitment to expand access to quality physical therapy care across the state of Colorado," said Ajay Gupta, CEO, PRN. Led by Kate Farner, we have assembled an extremely talented, experienced and passionate team at the Brighton location, who are proud to not only offer high-quality care but provide a safe and rewarding experience for patients seeking care."

Clinic partner, [Kate] Farner, PT, DPT, ATC, will oversee the new Brighton location. A native of the California desert, Farner moved to northern Colorado in 2003 after receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science (Athletic Training) from the University of Northern Colorado in 2006. Farner also has a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Regis University.

Farner is a Licensed Physical Therapist and Certified Athletic Trainer specializing in the treatment of orthopedic injuries, sports injuries, cumulative trauma disorders, occupational injuries, concussions and vestibular disorders.Farner is also full body certified in both Active Release Techniques, Trigger Point Dry Needling and is a Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist.

"I'm very excited for this opportunity to lead the PT programs at the Brighton clinic," said Farner, Clinic Partner & Director. "By expanding care to the Brighton community, we close a significant gap between those needing quality pain management support and the resources available to them. If you are in need of physical therapy care, no doctor or healthcare practitioner referral is needed, so come visit our Brighton clinic today and you'll see why our patients love coming to us."

Pro Active accepts most insurance plans and will work with patients to help them better understand benefits and what services will be covered by insurance. To learn more about Pro Active, please visit proactivecolorado.com.

For more information on PRN locations or partnership opportunities, visit PRNpt.com. You can also follow us @PRNPhysicalTherapy onFacebook, @PRN_therapy onTwitteror onLinkedIn.

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With safety as a top priority,Pro Active is actively taking the necessarysteps to ensure patient care is completed with strict infection control measures.Pro Active will continue to act with an abundance of caution in alignment with recommendations fromthe U.S.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and local health officials.

About Physical Rehabilitation Network

Founded in 1991, Physical Rehabilitation Network, LLC., (PRN) is a privately held physical therapy care provider and comprehensive practice management organization providingnon-clinical, administrative support services tophysical therapists across 11 states in the western and central portions of the U.S. Headquarteredin Carlsbad, Calif., PRN currently supports over 130 locations and 20 brands including its PRN-affiliated clinic network in Southern California. PRN is known for its leading, value-driven practice management services and innovative, outcomes-drivenphysical therapy care.

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Laurel, Md. Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is now offering complimentary virtual acupuncture telehealth visits to Maryland residents. There is always a need for individuals to focus on their health and wellness, and the need is even greater during this pandemic. MUIH is stepping up to address this need by offering free virtual acupuncture telehealth visits.

A typical acupuncture in-person visit includes treatment with needles but there is much more that occurs and these other aspects can be provided via telehealth. Part of the underlying wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine is its focus on self-care and health promotion. MUIH acupuncturists are educated in movement therapy such as qi gong and Tai chi. They can impart dietary advice, lead people through breathing exercises and body awareness techniques, and some also suggest herbs. Additionally, they can guide clients through self-applied acupressure treatments. The free telehealth services will be provided by MUIH students under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.

Patients who pursue ongoing treatment for maintenance and promotion of good health report: staying well longer and recovering from illness more quickly; improved stamina and vitality; improved capacity to positively influence their health; reductions in long-term health-care costs and less frequent visits to physicians; and deepened and more harmonious relationships with others.

We are committed to providing the community with uninterrupted care, holistic health tools, and relationship-centered attention to our clients, said Michelle McNear, Ph.D., Director of the Natural Care Center at MUIH.

To schedule a free visit or request more information call the Natural Care Center at 410-888-9048 ext. 6614 or send an email message to [emailprotected].

About Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH)

Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is a leading academic institution focused on the study and practice of integrative health and wellness and one of the few universities in the U.S. dedicated solely to such practices. Deeply rooted in a holistic philosophy, its model for integrative health and wellness is grounded in whole-person, relationship-centered, evidence-informed care.

Since 1974, MUIH has been a values-driven community educating practitioners and professionals to become future health and wellness leaders through transformative programs grounded in traditional wisdom and contemporary science.

MUIH has more than 20 progressive graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, offered on-campus and online. In the on-campus Natural Care Center and community outreach settings, MUIH provides compassionate and affordable healthcare from student interns and professional practitioners which delivers more than 20,000 clinical treatments and consultations each year.

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Laurel, Md. Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is pleased to announce a new partnership with the American Public Health Association (APHA). MUIH and APHA have entered an educational collaboration with the shared goal of promoting the use of holistic and natural approaches to promote well-being. This collaboration expands MUIHs role in supporting the health and wellness of public health professionals throughout the U.S.

MUIHs health promotion program faculty and students are collaborating with APHAs Integrative, Complementary and Traditional Health Practice (ICTHP) group to develop and deliver well-inars for APHA members. These well-inars are designed to promote the wellbeing of APHA members through mindfulness exercises designed to promote relaxation and relieve stress. They also provide MUIH health promotion students with the opportunity to apply the program development, delivery, and assessment skills and knowledge learned in their program.

Claudia Joy Wingo, chair of MUIHs health promotion program and a member of the ICTHP group says Were pleased to be able to share our expertise in the field of complementary and integrative medicine with members of APHA as it is the foundation of MUIHs educational purpose. By providing a virtual walk in nature using guided imagery, we endeavor to provide members with a relaxing respite for the stresses of daily life.

Health promotion faculty member Katherine Smith says We are combining two evidence-based integrative approaches, guided imagery and nature therapy, that can have significant positive health effects. Its an exciting opportunity to be able to offer these relaxation practices to APHAs 30,000 members during a stressful global pandemic.

MUIH has offered an online Master of Science in Health Promotion with a focus on integrative health practices since 2014, and in 2018 added a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Workplace Wellness. MUIH also offers masters and doctoral degrees and graduate certificates in acupuncture and Oriental medicine, Ayurveda, health and wellness coaching, herbal medicine, integrative health studies, narrative health, nutrition, and yoga therapy.

About Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH)

Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is a leading academic institution focused on the study and practice of integrative health and wellness and one of the few universities in the U.S. dedicated solely to such practices. Deeply rooted in a holistic philosophy, its model for integrative health and wellness is grounded in whole-person, relationship-centered, evidence-informed care.

Since 1974, MUIH has been a values-driven community educating practitioners and professionals to become future health and wellness leaders through transformative programs grounded in traditional wisdom and contemporary science.

MUIH has more than 20 progressive, graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, offered on-campus and online. In the on-campus Natural Care Center and community outreach settings, MUIH provides compassionate and affordable healthcare from student interns and professional practitioners, which delivers more than 20,000 clinical treatments and consultations each year.

For more information visit http://www.muih.edu.

About American Public Health Association (APHA)

APHA champions the health of all people and all communities. We strengthen the public health profession. We speak out for public health issues and policies backed by science. We are the only organization that combines a nearly 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community, and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the publics health.

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Andrew Weil, MD,founder and director of theAndrew WeilCenter forIntegrative Medicineat the University of Arizonaand chief science officer for Maui Grown Therapies, will give a free online presentation entitled: Cannabis and the Anti-inflammatory Lifestyle, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020. A live Q&A will conclude the presentation.

Dr. Weilhas long advocated the anti-inflammatory lifestyle to improve health and wellness. Participants will learn how to reduce inflammation and boost the bodys natural defense mechanisms. Dr. Weil will also discus the compounds in the cannabis plant, such as CBD, THC and terpenes (aromatic oils).

Dr. Weil chairs Maui Grown Therapies stellar Science & Medical Advisory Board and has served as the companys chief science officer since 2015. Heis a clinical professor of internal medicine and founder and director of theWeil Center forIntegrative Medicine at the University of Arizona in Tucson.He earnedbothhis medical degree and his undergraduatedegree in biology (botany) from Harvard University.

Dr.Weil is also a best-selling authorof more than 80 books on health and wellness. He is also the founder ofTrue Food Kitchen, a national restaurant chain that features fresh, seasonal organic ingredients in its dishes. The restaurants are groundedin Dr. Weils philosophy thatfood should makepeoplefeel better, not worse.

Maui Grown Therapies is Hawaiis first state-licensed medical cannabis dispensary. Registration can be completed atwww.mauigrown.com.

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Theres so much going on in the markets, that its hard to know where to start and what to look for. On the red side of the ledger, its clear that the headwinds are gathering. House Democrats are still rejecting the $1.8 trillion coronavirus aid and stimulus package put forth by the White House, saying that President Trumps proposal does not go far enough. The House Dems are pushing their own $2.2 trillion stimulus. At the same time, both Eli Lilly and Johnson & Johnson have paused their coronavirus vaccine programs, after the latter company reported an adverse event in early trials. This has more than just investors worried, as most hopes for a return to normal hang on development of a working vaccine for the novel virus.And earnings season is kicking off. Over the next several weeks, well see Q3 results from every publicly traded company, and investors will watch those results eagerly. The consensus is, that earnings will be down year-over-year somewhere between 20% and 30%. With this in mind, weve used theTipRanks databaseto pull up three dividend stocks yielding 6% or more. Thats not all they offer, however. Each of these stocks has a Strong Buy rating, and considerable upside potential.Philip Morris (PM)First on the list is tobacco company Philip Morris. The sin stocks, makers of tobacco and alcohol products, have long been known for their good dividends. PM has taken a different tack in recent year, with a turn toward smokeless tobacco products, marketed as cleaner and less dangerous for users health.One sign of this is the companys partnership with Altria to launch and market iQOS, a heated smokeless tobacco product that will allow users to get nicotine without the pollutants from tobacco smoke. PM has plowed over $6 billion into the product. Given the regulatory challenges and PR surrounding vaping products, PM believes that smokeless heated tobacco will prove to be the stronger alternative, with greater potential for growth.No matter what, for the moment PMs core product remains Marlboro cigarettes. The iconic brand remains a best seller, despite the long-term trend of public opinion turning against cigarettes.As for the dividend, PM has been, and remains, a true champ. The company has raised its dividend payment every year since 2008, and has reliably paid out ever quarter. Even corona couldnt derail that; PM kept up its $1.17 quarterly payment through 2020, and its most recent dividend, paid out earlier this month, saw an increase to $1.20 per common share. This annualizes to $4.80, and gives a yield of 6%.Covering PM for Piper Sandler, analyst Michael Lavery likes the move to smokeless products, writing, We remain bullish on PM's strong long-term outlook, and we believe recent iQOS momentum throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has been impressive. iQOS has had strong user growth and improving profitability, and store re-openings could further help drive adoption by new users.Lavery rates PM shares an Overweight (i.e. Buy), and his $98 price target implies a one-year upside of 24%. (To watch Laverys track record, click here)Overall, the Strong Buy consensus rating on PM is based on 9 reviews, breaking 8 to 1 in Buy versus Hold. The shares are priced at $79.10 and their $93.56 average price target suggests an 18% upside potential. (See PM stock analysis on TipRanks)Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son (NTB)Butterfield is a small-cap banking firm based in Bermuda and providing a full range of services to customers on the island and on the Caymans, the Bahamas, and the Channel Islands, as well as Singapore, Switzerland, and the UK. Butterfields services include personal and business loans, savings accounts and credit cards, mortgages, insurance, and wealth management.Butterfield saw revenues and earnings slide in the first half of this year, in line with the general pattern of banking services globally the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic put a damper on business, and bankers felt the hit. Earnings in the last quarter of 2019 were 87 cents per share, and by 2Q20 were down to 67 cents. While a significant drop, that was still 21% better than the expectations. At the top line, revenues are down to $121 million. NTB reports Q3 earnings later this month, and the forecast is for 63 cents EPS. Along with beating earnings forecasts, Butterfield has been paying out a strong dividend this year. By the second quarter, the dividend payment was up to 44 cents per common share, making the yield a robust 7%. When the current low interest rate regime is considered the US Fed has set rates near zero, and Treasury bonds are yielding below 1% NTBs payment looks even better.Raymond James Donald Worthington, 4-star analyst with Raymond James, writes of Butterfield, robust capital levels [provide] more than sufficient loss absorption capacity in our view for whatever credit issues may arise. Its fee income stability has proven valuable given the impacts of declining rates on NII, where the bank has actively managed expenses to help support earnings. We continue to believe its dividend is safe for now given its low-risk loan portfolio, robust capital levels, and our forecast for a sub-100% dividend payout even under our stressed outlook.These comments support the analysts Outperform (i.e. Buy) rating, and his $29 price target suggests a 15% upside for the coming year. (To watch Worthingtons track record, click here)Overall, NTB has 4 recent reviews, which include 3 Buys and a single Hold, making the analyst consensus rating a Strong Buy. This stock has a $29 average price target, matching Worthingtons. (See NTB stock analysis on TipRanks)Enviva (EVA)Last on our list is an energy company, Enviva. This company holds an interesting niche in an essential sector, producing green energy. Specifically, Enviva is a manufacturer of processed biomass fuel, a wood pellet derivative sold to power generation plants. The fuel is cleaner burning than coal an important point in todays political climate and is made from recycled waste (woodchips and sawdust) from the lumber industry. The companys production facilities are located in the American Southeast, while its main customers are in the UK and mainland Europe.The economic shutdowns imposed during the corona pandemic reduced demand for power, and Envivas revenues fell in 1H20, mainly due to that reduced demand. Earnings remained positive, however, and the EPS outlook for Q3 predicts a surge back to 45 cents in line with the strong earnings seen in the second half of 2019.Enviva has shown a consistent commitment to paying out its dividend, and in last quarter the August payment the company raised the payment from 68 cents per common share to 77 cents. This brought the annualized value of the dividend to $3.08 per share, and makes the yield 7.3%. Even better, Enviva has been paying out regular dividends for the past 5 years.Covering this stock for Raymond James is analyst Pavel Molchanov, who rates EVA as Outperform (i.e. Buy) and sets a $44 price target. Recent share appreciation has brought the stock close to that target.Backing his stance, Molchanov writes, Enviva benefits from an increasingly broad customer base, and there is high-visibility growth via dropdowns. In the context of the power sector's massive coal retirements including (as of September 2020) 34 countries and 33 subnational jurisdictions with mandatory coal phase-outs (To watch Molchanovs track record, click here.)Envivas Strong Buy consensus rating is based on 4 Buys and 1 Hold. Its share price, which has gained in recent sessions, is $42.60, and as mentioned, it has closed in on the $44.80 average price target. (See EVA stock analysis at TipRanks)To find good ideas for dividend stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks Best Stocks to Buy, a newly launched tool that unites all of TipRanks equity insights.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analysts. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is very important to do your own analysis before making any investment.

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Green tea is a kind of tea produced using steaming, searing, and drying the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Its one of the most well known drinks burned-through worldwide and has been utilized for a huge number of years.

Truth be told, green tea is thought to have numerous medical advantages for the individuals who drink it consistently. Here are five potential advantages of green tea and how to consolidate it into your eating routine.

One of the primary fixings in green tea is caffeine. Caffeine can hinder a synthetic courier in the cerebrum called adenosine, which controls when you feel languid or alert. Hindering adenosine can forestall sluggishness, which is the reason endless individuals use caffeine to remain conscious and intellectually sharp.

An overproduction of adenosine in the mind has likewise been connected to psychological conditions like Alzheimers and Parkinsons. Examination shows that ordinary utilization of caffeine may decrease the danger of building up these conditions.

The measure of caffeine in green tea is a lot of lower than in espresso, so you can get a portion of the advantages of caffeine without the terrible results, similar to jumpiness.

Green tea additionally contains an amino corrosive called L-theanine, which has been found to help diminish pressure and lift your disposition. Examination shows that the mix of caffeine and L-theanine improves cerebrum work by fortifying working memory and consideration, and decreasing nervousness.

A little 2019 investigation watched the impacts of drinking green tea on cerebrum work, reasoning that standard tea consumers have higher intellectual capacities and better-composed mind districts, when contrasted with non-tea consumers. A 2017 survey of 21 examinations on the advantages of green tea additionally discovered that drinking green tea is useful to perception and mind work.

Green tea has been found to assume a function in heart wellbeing by diminishing the danger factors that cause coronary illness.

Hypertension is one of the most widely recognized danger factors for coronary illness. Exploration shows that burning-through green tea fundamentally brings down systolic and diastolic circulatory strain, which are the two distinct numbers by which an individuals pulse is recorded.

An enormous 2006 investigation likewise demonstrated that individuals who burned-through at least six cups of green tea day, contrasted with the individuals who burned-through short of what one per week, were 33% more averse to create type 2 diabetes.

Green tea may address multiple classic heart risk factors, like lipids, blood pressure, and diabetes, says Melinda Ring, MD, Executive Director of The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Northwestern University.

Also, an enormous long haul study distributed in 2020 followed two gatherings who had no set of experiences of coronary illness. The principal bunch was comprised of individuals who drank green tea multiple times each week, and the subsequent gathering was comprised of individuals who never drank green tea, or didnt drink it routinely. In a development around seven years after the beginning of the examination, researchers found that the individuals who drank tea consistently were probably going to have 1.4 more years liberated from coronary corridor ailment at the normal age of 50, than the individuals who didnt.

Catechin is a significant segment of green tea. Catechins are characteristic cell reinforcements that have antioxidative, calming, and against hypertensive impacts. They lower cholesterol levels by diminishing the retention of cholesterol into the body.

A 2011 examination of 14 investigations demonstrated that drinking a normal of two cups of green tea every day for a very long time brought about huge decreases in LDL cholesterol levels. LDL cholesterol is otherwise called terrible cholesterol, since it can cause plaque development in your corridors, which builds your danger of getting a cardiovascular failure or a stroke.

Some clinical research does show that drinking green tea or using green tea extracts can lower total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and increase levels of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). The mechanism for this isnt well-defined, though one theory is that epigallocatechin gallate (ECGC), a compound of green tea, affects the circulation of bile acids, which helps to regulate cholesterol, says Ring.

Green tea additionally assists with keeping your bones sound and solid. Examination shows that it might help treat and forestall osteoporosis, a condition that makes your bones more vulnerable and more inclined to cracks.

Tea leaves contain fluoride, which might slow osteoporosis, as well as beneficial compounds such as flavonoids and phytoestrogens, Ring says. Flavonoids are and phytoestrogens are plant synthetic compounds that can reinforce bone arrangement and forestall the breakdown of bone tissue.

In a recent report, 171 postmenopausal ladies with powerless bones and low bone mass were placed into four gatherings. The consequences of the investigation demonstrated that the gathering of ladies who were given mixes got from green tea encountered a remarkable improvement in their bone wellbeing.

A recent report likewise reasoned that green tea may profit bone wellbeing, subsequent to inspecting bone-framing cells. The scientists presented the cells to epigallocatechin (EGC), gallocatechin (GC), and gallocatechin gallate (GCG), which are largely primary parts of green tea. Following a few days, they saw that EGC advanced bone development by up to 79%. They likewise saw that high groupings of EGC disturbed the movement of osteoclast, a cell that debilitates bones.

Drinking green tea or utilizing it topically has numerous advantages for your skin.

Green tea contains a micronutrient called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) that might be liable for green teas skin fix properties. Some exploration shows that EGCG contains cell reinforcements, which help to forestall sun harm. It additionally helps skin hydration, dampness maintenance, and forestalls wrinkle development.

Green tea has additionally been appeared to have against maturing properties. A little 2005 examination considered the impacts of utilizing oral enhancements and applying green tea topically on maturing skin for about two months. Scientists found that the blend of utilizing green tea topically and orally in the members caused an improvement in the skins flexibility.

Catechin, a polyphenol in green tea, likewise assists with relieving kindled skin when utilized topically.

Green tea comes in various structures, however to appreciate the ideal advantages of tea, its ideal to drink it plain. Some examination proposes that including milk may balance a portion of the medical advantages of drinking tea.

Note that green tea contains caffeine, so in the event that you have a caffeine affectability, you should devour it in more modest sums.

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BUFFALO, N.Y. and CHICAGO, Oct.9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Athenex, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNX), a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel therapies for the treatment of cancer, today announced that Athenex Oncology, a U.S. based division of Athenex, launched Your Guide to Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer -- a free, first-of-its-kind resource offering comprehensive lifestyle guidance to people living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). The Guide provides evidence-based recommendations for increasing resilience, reducing stress, maintaining good dietary and sleep habits, managing inflammation, and other tips to improve quality of life while living with MBC. The Guide can be ordered at http://www.AthenexOncology.com/patient-resources.

The launch of Your Guide to Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer is timed to coincide with MBC Awareness Day on October 13. The Guide, which is created by health and wellness company Viver Health,complements Facing MBC Together, a public education and patient support program that Athenex Oncology launched in June 2020 to provide practical and emotional support to people living with MBC.

"Introducing Your Guide to Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month underscores Athenex Oncology's commitment to meeting the needs of the metastatic breast cancer community," noted Timothy Cook, senior vice president, global oncology at Athenex. "Our continued provision of practical resources that promote health and wellness reflects our view of individuals as whole people, not as 'patients.' While the lifestyle tips in the Guide can be useful to anyone, they are designed to be especially helpful to those who are living with metastatic breast cancer."

The recommendations in the Guide are based on extensive research showing that a health-oriented lifestyle one that encompasses a healthy diet and nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, inflammation management, and adopting coping mechanisms to become more physically and emotionally resilient may improve overall survival and quality of life following a breast cancer diagnosis.1-6 The Guide has distilled and translated those research findings into simple and easily understandable information that people living with MBC can adopt and implement on their own.

"Living with metastatic breast cancer is about more than just taking your medicine and keeping all your doctor's appointments," commented Beth Baughman DuPree, M.D., a board-certified general surgeon specializing in diseases of the breast, and a medical advisor to the development of the Guide. "It's about being mindful and taking an active role in your own care, while also finding ways to bring meaning to your life, whether through connecting with friends, creating art, communing with nature, or relieving stress through yoga, tai chi, quigong, reiki, or just plain laughter. Your Guide to Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer is designed to help you find your own path to health, wellness, optimism, and inner strength."

Dr. DuPree, who is the medical director of the oncology service line at Northern Arizona Healthcare, vice president, health at Holy Redeemer Health System in Pennsylvania, as well as founder and president of the Healing Consciousness Foundation added, "While the Guide was created before the global COVID-19 pandemic struck, its recommendations can be particularly useful during these difficult times, when people with metastatic breast cancer feel even more isolated than usual."

For more information, and to obtain a copy of Your Guide to Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer, visit https://www.athenexoncology.com/ and click on the Patient Resources tab.

About Athenex Oncology

Athenex Oncology is a U.S.-based division of Athenex, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNX). Athenex's pipeline includes small-molecule, biologic, and cellular-based anticancer therapies, and comprises a range of therapeutic approaches designed to improve patient care by addressing specific therapeutic limitations.

The Athenex Oncology brand was established in 2019 to provide accessible information and multiple resources to oncology customers, including health care professionals, patients, and caregivers, who the Company believes will greatly benefit from Athenex's broad pipeline of innovative oncology products. By rethinking the challenges associated with certain anticancer treatments, Athenex Oncology can help expand the range of available treatment options for patients.

For more information about Athenex Oncology, please visitwww.AthenexOncology.com.

AboutAthenex, Inc.

Founded in 2003,Athenex, Inc.is a global clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to becoming a leader in the discovery, development, and commercialization of next-generation drugs for the treatment of cancer.Athenexis organized around three platforms, including an Oncology Innovation Platform, a Commercial Platform, and a Global Supply Chain Platform. Athenex's employees worldwide are dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients by creating more active and tolerable treatments.Athenexhas offices inBuffaloandClarence, New York;Cranford, New Jersey;Houston, Texas;Chicago, Illinois;Hong Kong;Taipei,Taiwan; multiple locations inChongqing, China;Manchester, UK;Guatemala City,Guatemala,andBuenos Aires,Argentina.

For more information, please visitwww.athenex.com.

About Viver Health

Viver Health, LLC is a health and wellness company that develops content for patients across a spectrum of disease states. Viver Health translates scientific research into simple, easy-to-understand videos and nutrition and lifestyle guides. These patient-friendly resources are developed utilizing extensive input gathered from patients and medical experts. ViverHealth was founded by Vicki Barghout, a health economist and former pharmaceutical company executive, and Jodi Hutchinson, a physician assistant, integrativemedicine practitioner, and recognized master educator. Viver Health is also the parent company to Viver Joy, a healing-focused subscription box series. For more information on Viver Health and Viver Joy, please visit:https://www.viverhealth.com.

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Every October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, my colleagues and I stress the importance of screenings. Regular mammograms are important. They give you your best chance at detecting breast cancer early and the best fighting chance against it.

But what if something seems off and your next mammogram isnt scheduled for a while?

Thats when you need to call your care team. Its your body and no one knows it better than you do. If something doesnt feel right during a self-exam, you learn that a family member has breast cancer or had it in the past or you just have questions that youd like to have answered, dont hesitate to call.

If youve been thinking about putting off regular mammograms due to concerns about COVID-19, Geisinger is offering free 15-minute telephone consultations with clinicians from our breast health teams, including our breast surgeons, high-risk providers and genetics team. The screenings are on Saturday, Oct. 17, open to anyone age 18 or older whos concerned about their breast health and highly recommended for anyone with a family history of breast cancer.

If breast cancer runs in your family, you might also consider asking your health provider about having genetic testing done. Not all people who test positive for an abnormal gene associated with breast cancer will get breast cancer, but if markers are found, our genetics team can help you set up additional screenings as well as suggesting lifestyle changes that could keep the disease from ever developing. Definitely good information to have.

If you need cancer care, Geisinger is here to support you with a multidisciplinary team of specialists that may include a combination of oncologists, radiologists, surgeons, geneticists, integrative medicine providers and behavioral health counselors depending on your unique needs. And when it comes to breast surgery, we keep your wishes and needs in mind and offer an array of services including surgery with hidden scars, techniques to keep a natural breast shape, breast reconstruction, clinical trials, innovative approaches to pain management and more.

Once treatments are over, cancer survivors get the support they need. Geisingers Cancer Survivorship Program coordinates care between your primary care provider and your cancer team. You can take advantage of behavioral and nutritional counseling and a range of complementary therapies such as yoga, Reiki, mindfulness and massage. Support groups meet regularly, because many survivors find that sharing their experiences with others whove been through it too can be an important step in healing mind, body and soul.

With breast cancer occurring in an estimated 1 in 8 women, its common to know or be related to someone faced with this unfortunate disease. The good news is you dont have to face it alone.

And since early detection and treatment are the keys to better health, be your own best advocate. If youve got a question about breast cancer, dont hesitate to ask. Whether its October or any other month of the year. My colleagues and I will be here for you if you need us.

Dr. Cottrell is a general surgeon at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

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Perhaps it wasnt surprising that ads touting cannabidiol (CBD) would spring up during the COVID-19 pandemic. After all, the cannabis derivative has been touted in recent years for its antiviral properties.

But this doesnt mean its effective against the novel coronavirus. And for people who take certain medications, it may not be safe.

CBD might one day prove to be helpful for people who have or who are recovering from a viral illness, but the current data dont support its use with the coronavirus, says Jahan Marcu, PhD, a longtime cannabis researcher in New York City and editor in chief of the American Journal of Endocannibinoid Medicine.

If youre using CBD as a shield to protect yourself against the coronavirus, thats a risky roll of the dice right now, he says.

Those who study CBD have been alarmed by some of the claims being made by advertisers. The board of the International Association on Cannabinoid Medicines (IACM)put out a statement in March asking members not to amplify false information that is circulating on the Internet.

Sunil K. Aggarwal, MD, PhD, an integrative medicine physician who uses cannabis in his Seattle practice, notes that there is no evidence that CBD protects against coronavirus infection or effectively treats it, the same message the IACM is working to convey.

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Cannabis plants, which include both marijuana and hemp varieties, contain hundreds of different compounds. The most famous is tetrahydrocannabinol, commonly known as THC, which is the chemical that makes you high. Another is CBD, which does not create a high.

Hemp plants contain negligible amounts of THC, a key reason why companies have been able to sell a broad array of hemp products. CBD has been especially popular in recent years, with an explosion of offerings featuring the substance in everything from pills and tinctures to coffees and skin cream.

Many CBD products are sold online, with a growing number also available from dispensaries in states that have legalized medical or recreational cannabis.

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Despite CBDs widespread availability, hardly any research has been conducted in human subjects. This is because laws governing the legality of cannabis make these investigations difficult.

The most widely researched use for CBD is for epilepsy, with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)approving the first CBD-based drug, Epidiolex, in 2018 to treat rare forms of the disease. The drugs manufacturer, GW Research, tested it in hundreds of patients before getting approval.

For most other uses, much of the research has involved laboratory animals and test tubes. It is here that CBD has shown promising antiviral properties, as well as antibacterial and other effects, Dr. Marcu says.

CBD may also relieve anxiety and help you sleep, according to a tiny study of 15 people published in the Journal of Clinical Pharmacology back in 1981. Researchers found that patients with insomnia taking 160 milligrams of CBD before bed (but not lower doses) slept longer than those taking a placebo.

But as the IACM notes, no human studies have been published regarding CBDs effects on the coronavirus.

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Marketers touting CBD often point to a 2017 statement by the World Health Organization (WHO) that says in its pure state, cannabidiol does not appear to have abuse potential or cause harm.

But they rarely mention the rest of the WHO statement that the organization does not recommend cannabidiol for medical use.

The chemical is not side-effect free, with people taking CBD reporting problems including diarrhea, fatigue, and vomiting, according to a 2019 review in Current Neuropharmacology.

For people with chronic health conditions, another issue is the possibility that CBD might interact negatively with certain medications.

A report published on the U.S. National Library of Medicine site warns people on the seizure medications clobazam (Onfi and Sympazan) and valproic acid (Depakene) not to take CBD, since it can increase these drugs side effects or boost the risk of liver injury.

For many other medicines, CBD can impact how much of the drug circulates in the body. CBD targets the same metabolizing enzymes in the liver as many common medications, Marcu says. If youre on other medicines, you must proceed with caution.

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If you have consulted with your physician and decide you still want to use CBD, its crucial that you buy it from a reputable manufacturer, experts say. Youll want a company that tests each batch of product and lists the batch number on the bottle itself, so you can link it to corresponding test results on the companys website or via a phone call to customer service.

One giveaway a product isnt up to snuff: Its too cheap. Good CBD is costly, with a bottle of tincture typically selling for $60 or more.

As for how much to take, your guess is as good as any. There havent been studies on the various dosages, so nobody really knows, Dr. Aggarwal says.

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Newswise Florida Atlantic Universitys Terry Adirim, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., chair and professor of pediatrics, Integrative Medical Sciences Department, and senior associate dean for clinical affairs, FAUs Schmidt College of Medicine, provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions and offers helpful tips regarding COVID-19 and trick-or-treating during the pandemic. Adirim is a physician executive with senior leadership and extensive experience in academic medicine and the federal government. Prior to joining FAU, she served as principal deputy assistant secretary of defense for health affairs for the United States Military Health Systems, a $50 billion complex acute care delivery system that serves 9.5 million beneficiaries. Her expertise includes pandemic planning and response, health care quality improvement and patient safety, and health policy and management.

This depends on several factors:

In communities with low case rates, it may be relatively safe to trick-or-treat but really depends on your tolerance for risk. The risk is not zero anywhere in the U.S. and is higher in some communities than others.

If your child has a medical condition placing him or her at higher risk for serious disease, avoid trick-or-treating and choose an alternative way to celebrate. Consult with your pediatrician for advice. If you do decide to let your children go trick-or-treating this year, avoid large crowds and indoor activities with others. Consider limiting the amount of time and locations where they are going. Also, make sure that they are wearing masks at all times. Incorporate the mask into their costume, but dont depend on the costumes mask for protection.

In general, avoid large gatherings, avoid indoor activities with people outside of your household and wear face masks (not just costume masks). It would be prudent to limit the amount of time trick-or-treating and especially limit the amount of time at other peoples homes (less than 15 minutes). Make sure your children are wearing masks at all times and practice social distancing. Accompany your children to make sure they are wearing their masks and social distancing at least 6 feet apart. Carrying hand sanitizer is a good idea, too.

There are other fun things that families and children can do that are safe or safer this Halloween:

The CDC has posted guidance on Halloween activities divided by lower risk, moderate risk and higher risk activities. Lower risk activities include things families can do at home such as decorating or carving pumpkins, while moderate risk activities include one way trick-or-treating with children picking up pre-made bags of candy at neighbors doorsteps, and higher risk activities include those that occur indoors such as haunted houses and traditional trick-or-treating. The lists of activities are available at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html#halloween.

With traditional trick-or-treating where a child (or adult) goes door-to-door, there are multiple exposures to people who could be infected with COVID-19. The more homes you visit, the higher the risk of the virus being passed onto the child (or adult) who could then pass the virus to a family member or someone else who is vulnerable. This is why alternatives should be considered. If a family chooses traditional trick-or- treating, they should limit the exposures, wear masks at all times and social distance as much as possible.

There are several considerations in planning any parties for Halloween this year. These include size of the party, the participants, the location and what is being served. If planning a party, its best to limit the party to 10 or fewer people, hold the party outdoors where the risk is lower, plan activities that allow for social distancing and do not serve alcohol to the adults. Everyone also should wear masks.

People should consider alternatives to answering the door to trick-or-treaters. These include placing pre-prepared bags of goodies at the door so the little ones can take one and go or stand outside to deliver the candy while maintaining social distancing and wearing a mask. If there are high-risk individuals in the household, consider not answering the door to trick-or-treaters and leaving bags of treats outside the door.

Putting out a tray of pre-packaged bags of goodies for the little monsters, ghouls and goblins may be a better alternative and lower risk than opening the door for all trick-or-treaters. Children (and their adults) should carry hand sanitizer while they are out. The most risk is through person-to-person contact as opposed though contact with objects, but its best to wash hands frequently and carry hand sanitizer.

The safest environment is home. Alternative activities at home can include family-only activities such as decorating, dressing up, carving a pumpkin, and making candy or caramel apples. Also, you could consider hosting a Zoom party with friends.

It is not advisable to drive to other neighborhoods to trick-or-treat. Going to another neighborhood has the potential to spread infection from one area to another. It is better to stick closer to home and limit the number of houses you are visiting if you decide to trick-or-treat.

Only consume candy that is individually wrapped. If you want to be the safest, you could wipe off the outside of the wrapper or wait 24 hours before touching the candy. After touching any items you get from someone else you should wash your hands or if hand washing is not available, use hand sanitizer. Please do not put any disinfectant on the candy.

Trunk-or-treatis a Halloween activity in which people decorate their cars and then go to a central location, most likely a church or school parking lot. While this is not a no risk activity, it could be a good alternative to traditional trick-or-treating as long as the number of people involved is limited, everyone wears a mask, and people maintain physical distancing. Also, outdoor activities are lower risk than indoor activities.

Alternate Halloween activities may be a better idea for teens than traditional trick-or-treating. Some of these lower-risk activities could include an outdoor party with 10 or fewer friends or a trunk-or-treat party outdoors. For any activity, it is important to limit the number of participants, wear a mask and maintain physical distance greater than 6 feet apart.

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The answers to these questions are not meant as medical advice. They are intended to provide information that during a pandemic can change as we learn more about the virus and its impacts on children. The information provided is the best available as of Oct. 6, 2020. For questions about specific circumstances, consult with a physician.

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About the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine:

FAUs Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine is one of approximately 155 accredited medical schools in the U.S. The college was launched in 2010, when the Florida Board of Governors made a landmark decision authorizing FAU to award the M.D. degree. After receiving approval from the Florida legislature and the governor, it became the 134th allopathic medical school in North America. With more than 70 full and part-time faculty and more than 1,300 affiliate faculty, the college matriculates 64 medical students each year and has been nationally recognized for its innovative curriculum. To further FAUs commitment to increase much needed medical residency positions in Palm Beach County and to ensure that the region will continue to have an adequate and well-trained physician workforce, the FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine Consortium for Graduate Medical Education (GME) was formed in fall 2011 with five leading hospitals in Palm Beach County. The Consortium currently has five Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited residencies including internal medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and neurology.

About Florida Atlantic University: Florida Atlantic University, established in 1961, officially opened its doors in 1964 as the fifth public university in Florida. Today, the University, with an annual economic impact of $6.3 billion, serves more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students at sites throughout its six-county service region in southeast Florida. FAUs world-class teaching and research faculty serves students through 10 colleges: the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, the College of Business, the College for Design and Social Inquiry, the College of Education, the College of Engineering and Computer Science, the Graduate College, the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College, the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing and the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science. FAU is ranked as a High Research Activity institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The University is placing special focus on the rapid development of critical areas that form the basis of its strategic plan: Healthy aging, biotech, coastal and marine issues, neuroscience, regenerative medicine, informatics, lifespan and the environment. These areas provide opportunities for faculty and students to build upon FAUs existing strengths in research and scholarship. For more information, visit fau.edu.

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If youre short on time and in a rush, its easy to just throw everything in the dryer from the washer and call it a daybut there can be some major consequences for some of your clothing if you do that. So, we reached out to dryer experts to find out exactly what should never, ever end up in a dryer. And trust us, its worth taking an extra minute to make sure your machine is free of these 14 things. Here are some secret ingredients you should be adding to your laundry.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, between 2010 and 2014, U.S. municipal fire departments responded to almost 16,000 fires that involved dryers and washing machines. Of those statistics, dryers were the culprit of 92 percent of them. While it might seem obvious to never put anything that can catch on fire in your dryer, its easy to just toss those pants you spilled gas on in the dryer without thinking. Washing clothes will not completely remove oil residues, saysTim Adkisson, Director of Product Engineering at Sears Home Services. Failure to obey this warning can result in re, explosion, or death. Here are13 ways to de-stink your clothes without washing them.

While tossing your activewear into the dryer wont damage the machine itself, it could ruin your clothing. Since most activewear is sweat-wicking or even coated to protect from the suns rays, its definitely not dryer-friendly. Drying your activewear in the dryer and exposing it to all that high heat and friction can be damaging to the functional components that these technical fabrics are developed for, according to Brit Turner, co-founder of Fit Atelier. The heat can also wear away on any elastic properties that your garments may contain and weakens the materialleading to tears, holes, picks, and runs. Instead, Turner suggests hanging or laying your activewear flat to dry after washing it in a cold or delicate washing cycle. These are theworst laundry detergents you can buy, according to Consumer Reports.

Yes, you read that right. While dryer sheets might be intended to be used, well, in the dryer, that doesnt mean theyre good for your health. They are bad for your respiratory system, your skin, and moreover, the environment, says Dr. Elizabeth Trattner A.P. DOM, doctor of Chinese and Integrative Medicine. These are toxic and cause long-term health hazards. It is worth throwing them out and trading them in for a healthier option like scented wool balls using essential oils. Make sure youadd this secret ingredient to your laundry when washing your towels.

As anyone who has tossed lingerie in the dryer might know, this greatly reduces its lifespan. Do not put a good investment in the dryer. Heat will shorten the lifespan of a bra and wear down the latex, lace and other fabric in it, according to Dr. Elizabeth Trattner A.P. DOM, doctor of Chinese and Integrative Medicine. Treat your undergarments with respect. Put bras in special lingerie bags and remove them and hang them from the washing machine or better yet hand wash and hang dry. These are theonly dryer sheets you should be using.

Warm sand might be nice to sit down and relax in when youre at the beach, but it can be a pretty pesky nuisance if it ends up in your dryer. Sand can get trapped between gaps in the drum, according to James Peters, KenmoreLaundry Product Manager. This adds an irritating sound when drying and can damage the dryer over time. These are the9 things you never knew your dryer could do.

Anyone who has a furry friend at home knows just how messy things can gettheir hair ends upeverywhere. But one place where it should never, ever end up is in the dryer. If the hair builds up over time, it could begin combining with lint and debris around it, especially if the lint screen isnt emptied before every load. Excess dryer lint is a major fire hazard, can cause your dryer to become damaged, and also reduces the efficiency of your dryer, according to Dave Lavalle, founder of Dryer Vent Wizard, the nations leader in dryer vent repair, cleaning, and maintenance. To avoid a possible fire sparking, make sure to keep the areas around your dryer, including underneath and behind, free of extra pet hair, lint, and debris that might build up. Dont buy theselaundry products that are a waste of money.

While youre probably not actively trying to dry your chewing gum, it does occasionally get thrown in there by accident. And unfortunately, by the time you notice, the damage has probably already been done. Gum can have lasting damage if left in the pockets of your clothes, says Josh Matteson, a writer for Lula, a home services on-demand company. It can either permanently stick itself to clothes or fall out of the pocket and stretch all over the wall of your dryer. Here are9 laundry facts you didnt know until now.

If youve ever bought spandex leggings or yoga pants, you probably know that they can be pretty expensive. With that being said, if you toss them in the dryer, they probably wont ruin your machine itselfbut theres a good chance theyll shrink a bit, which could be costly to replace. [They should] be hang-dried to avoid shrinking, says Peters. Although many people will also dry them with an air dry cycle with good results. Learn aboutwhat laundry stripping really is.

According tojsonline.com, while some faux leather is actually washable, it should never be put in the dryer. Heat melts plastic, ruining your garment and possibly your dryer. This obviously rules out ironing as well. The same goes for dry cleaning. Ultimately, air drying your suede garments is definitely your best bet. Here arethe ways to avoid ruining your clothes in the laundry.

If youve ever worn tights, you probably know how easy it is for them to rip and tear. And after a trip in the dryer, that little hole that wasnt noticeable before is probably running down the entire leg. The material your tights are made out of might even cause them shrink when its exposed to high heat. The best thing you can is to air dry them, but do NOT hang them! Hang drying tights will stretch out the material and even potentially ruin them, says Caleb Backe, a health and wellness expert for Maple Holistics. As an alternative, try rolling your freshly laundered tights into a dry towel and let them dry overnight.

Lace is another delicate fabric that should never meet your dryer. In fact, according tothelaundress.com, you should really be avoiding machines altogether. Instead, lay your lace garment flat to dry so it doesnt lose its natural shape or damage the fabric. Here are10 things youre probably washing too much.

Unfortunately, you should probably find another way to dry your favorite sequined top. Sequins, gems, stones, or whatever other items that are embellished onto your garments can hook onto other items in the dryer, or even the dryer itself. This can potentially damage the garment itself and its surroundings. According togoodhousekeeping.com, Its way easier to hang dry [embellished garments] orif the material is thin or delicatelay them on a towel to air out.

According totide.com, you should avoid both the washer and dryer when it comes to your silk garments. Instead of adding your delicate silk clothing to your dryer load, the website suggests laying it flat to dry on a towel, then rolling it up inside of it to squeeze out excess moisture. After, repeat this process with a second towel. Hereshow to decode all of the different washing symbols.

Putting a rubber-backed bath mat in the dryer can end up being pretty messy. According to Peters, The rubber can crumble and get caught in the dryer, which can cause a fire hazard. Next, check out16 things you never knew you could put in the washing machine.

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What Is a Holistic Veterinarian, and How to Find the Right One for Your Pet?

These experts are trained in natural remedies such as food, herbal medicine, and acupuncture.

Natural remedies such as food, herbal medicine, and acupuncture aren't just for humans. They are treatments for your dog, cat, or guinea pig, too, and they come from a holistic veterinarian, who uses a combination or conventional medicine and natural remedies to treat your pets' ailments.

But holistic veterinarians do more than use natural remedies. "A holistic veterinarian is looking at the pet as a whole, where everything is connected, versus just treating symptoms," explains holistic veterinarian Dr. Katie Woodley, DVM. They're concerned with sousing out the root cause of a problem, she says, and then treating that underlying issuenot just reducing its symptoms. For example, if your pet has an allergy, a conventional veterinarian might treat the problem with steroids, but the problem could return as soon as steroids are no longer administered, Dr. Woodley says. But a holistic veterinarian would look for the root cause of the allergic reactionsuch food or environmentand seek to resolve the issue in a way that does not come back, she says.

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There's nothing wrong with conventional medicine, of course. Both conventional and holistic "methods have their strengths and weaknesses," says Dr. Gary Richter, DVM, owner of Montclair Veterinary Care and Rover health expert, who practices integrative medicine, which is a combination of both methods.

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Both conventional and holistic veterinarians receive the same conventional medicine training, but holistic veterinarians further their education through the study of practices such as food therapy, herbal medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and more, Dr. Woodley explains. Pet parents might seek a holistic veterinarian for a number of reasons, Dr. Richter says: They might prefer a holistic philosophy for their own healthcare, and want their pet to experience the same. Or, he says, they've tried conventional medicine and haven't seen the results they ideally want. A pet that's in pain, for example, may not improve with medicationbut a holistic veterinarian could try acupuncture, supplements, or herbal medicine to aid other medications, Dr. Woodley says.

Other unique treatments and services holistic veterinarians may offer could include chiropractic care, ozone therapy, or homotoxicology, says Dr. Richter, who adds that "some [treatments] are more scientifically based than others and what specific therapies are offered by a holistic veterinarian varies greatly based on their education, experience, and personal philosophy."

To find the best holistic veterinarian for youand for your pet's needsDr. Richter recommends going to the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association's website, where you can search for holistic veterinarians in their area. There, you'll also be able to see what unique certifications a veterinarian hasso, for example, if you think your pet needs acupuncture, you can filter the results to find holistic veterinarians that provide acupuncture service in your area, Dr. Woodley says. It's always smart to check reviews too, she adds, "to see if other people have found them helpful for the care of their pet." Perusing their website and social media might help you get a sense of their philosophy, she says, and help you to determine "if it resonates with you as a pet parent."

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A Labor government would set up an Australian Centre for Disease Control to strengthen the countrys preparedness for future pandemics as well as boost efforts to deal with chronic illnesses.

Opposition leader Anthony Albanese, announcing the initiative, said Australia was the only OECD country not to have such a centre.

The country went into COVID-19 with less than one mask for every Australian in the National Medical Stockpile, an over-reliance on global supply chains, and badly stretched aged and health care systems.

These failures have contributed to the tragic deaths of almost 900 Australians 673 of whom were aged care residents and 28 linked to the Ruby Princess debacle and more than 27,000 infections.

The centre would have three broad functions

The centre would run regular drills like Exercise Sustain in 2008. This was the last time such a pandemic preparedness exercise was held.

It would manage the National Medical Stockpile, and work with other countries on regional and global preparedness.

Albanese said Australias response to COVID was too slow, too reactive and too un-coordinated.

We cant be left playing catchup again.

Labors health spokesman, Chris Bowen, said health experts had been calling for such a centre for more than three decades.

We know that almost 90% of Australian deaths are associated with chronic disease but 38% of the chronic disease burden is preventable. An Australian centre would save lives and ease the pain of chronic illness, Bowen said.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Michelle Grattan is a Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra. Michelle Grattan is one of Australias most respected political journalists. She has been a member of the Canberra parliamentary press gallery for more than 40 years, during which time she has covered all the most significant stories in Australian politics. She was the former editor of The Canberra Times, was Political Editor of The Age and has been with the Australian Financial Review and The Sydney Morning Herald. Michelle currently has a dual role with an academic position at the University of Canberra and as Associate Editor (Politics) and Chief Political Correspondent at The Conversation. In her role at the University of Canberra, Michelle is teaching, working on research projects in politics and political communication, as well as providing public commentary and strategic advice. She is the author, co-author and editor of several books and was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in 2004 for her long and distinguished service to Australian journalism.

This article is courtesy of The Conversation.

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World Mental Health Day looks a little different this year: While the looming pandemic certainly affects those with preexisting mental health conditions, a growing number of people may be experiencing mental health issues for the very first time: As clinical neuroscientist psychiatrist Daniel Amen, M.D., writes, "Even if you've been mentally healthy your whole life, the stacked stresses of the pandemic, financial strain, and isolation may have pushed you into unknown territory."

Specifically, more young individuals are struggling. We can't ignore how 1 in 4 young adults (ages 18 to 24) seriously contemplated suicide during the pandemic, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And according to a survey from NRC Health, millennials (those born from 1981 to 1996) and Gen Z (born in 1997 and onward) were among the most likely to say their mental health has significantly declined. The data is clear: We need to prioritize mental healthand we need to do it together.

That's why on this World Mental Health Day, we're highlighting emerging leaders in the field and bringing them to the forefront of the conversation. Perhaps you're grappling with your emotional well-being for the first time, or maybe you're just looking for some add-ons to your mental health tool kitwhatever your motivations may be, consider this your bank of resources to dip into whenever you're not entirely sure where to turn.

From cutting-edge psychiatrists to meditation icons to authors, nonprofit founders, and everything in between, these are the movers and shakers of the mental health space. Take advantage of their guidance whenever you please, andmost importantlyknow that you're never alone.

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New Zealand, which will go into elections on October 17, will also be holding a referendum to decide whether cannabis should be legalised or not.

If New Zealanders are to vote for legalising cannabis for recreational usage, it would join the likes of countries such as Canada, Uruguay and certain states in the United States where consumption of marijuana is legal. Early poll numbers, from the latest Newshub Reid-Research poll, however, reveal that only 37.9 per cent population support the proposition.

In India, the investigations into Sushant Singh Rajputs death has thrown open a Pandoras box of drug abuse in Bollywood. The arrest of actor Rhea Chakraborty by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) over the discovery of 59 gms of curated marijuana seized, and the questioning of lead Bollywood actors such as Deepika Padukone over certain WhatsApp chats which referred to maal and hash, has brought back a much-debated topic - that of legalisation of marijuana.

Also known as Weed, Pot or Ganja, Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal drug in the world.

Around 3 crore people use it in India, alone, with Delhi the third-largest cannabis consumer in the world and Mumbai, the 6th largest.

India also grows some of the most sought after varieties of weed in the world the stunning Parvati Valley in Himachal Pradesh is a Hippies paradise, where the hugely popular Malana weed is cultivated. Keralas Idukki Gold is renowned as one of the best strains of weed in Asia.

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India is no stranger to marijuana, a drug that has been used for thousands of years, dating back as far as 4000 BC. The cannabis plant even finds a mention in the Vedas and is closely associated with Lord Shiva. The drink Bhang or thandai served during Holi is prepared from dried cannabis leaves and milk, with other spices added to it. Bhang is legal in the country and is sold at specific government authorised shops.

Weed also has a connection with Ayurveda, which, while connoted as a toxic substance in Ayurvedic texts, has traditionally been used in medicines. In 2018, the Centre Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences in collaboration with Gujarat Ayurved University found that cannabis leaves can be effective in alleviating pain and other symptoms in cancer patients post-chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Further, research is being conducted to develop cannabis-based drugs for the treatment of pain in illnesses such as epilepsy, anaemia and cancer by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR - IIIM) in collaboration with Bombay Hemp Company (BOHECO), a startup which works with industrial hemp.

So, with such religious and historical connections to it, how can the consumption of marijuana be illegal in India?

The recreational usage of marijuana is illegal in India and is governed under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. Consumption of marijuana is punishable with a jail term of six months or a fine of Rs 10,000, while illegal production and cultivation can be punished with a jail term of up to 10 years.

However, marijuana was legal in India until 1984. It was in the 1960s that the United States launched an offensive against the drug and a drive to ban it. During the 1961 Convention on Narcotics Drugs, India had even opposed the classification of marijuana as a hard drug.

Bucking under pressure, the Rajiv Gandhi administration passed the NDPS Act in 1985 which criminalised cannabis in its resin and bud form, but allowed the sale of bhang at government-approved shops.

Ironically, several states in the United States have now either legalised marijuana or are considering it. In India, various NGOs and activists have been asking for its legalisation. Their argument is that the criminalisation of marijuana has pushed the drug underground and to onto the hands of criminals who make it more potent and dangerous.

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Arguments favouringlegalising marijuana also say that it could lead to fewer chances of addiction. A study conducted in 1994 by epidemiologistJohn Anthony who surveyed more than 8,000 people about their marijuana usage, discovered that the chances of getting addicted to the drug were 9 per cent. For alcohol, this figure was 15 per cent, for heroin 23 per cent and for nicotine, 32 per cent.

Legalisation will also help villagersin areas like the Parbati Valley and the upper reaches of Kullu and Manali, and Idukki in Kerala whose main source of income comes from cannabis. Currently, with marijuana being illegal, farmers are forced to sell it to drug peddlers at low prices, and have problems with the police. Those for legalising the drug argue that by making the drug legally available, farmers would benefit from a more regulated market.

However, the fact remains that cannabis, when taken recreationally still remains a drug which could have harmful effects on the consumer. While a plant, it contains the mind-altering chemical, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol(THC), which is responsible for the intoxication that people who consume it feel.

The plant also has over 400 other chemicals. Researchers from the University of Alberta have identified potentially toxic chemicals in marijuana smoke which could have health effects. In a single puff of cannabis smoke, researchers have isolated around 110 toxic chemicals which may have carcinogenic, mutagenic or teratogenic effects, which could affect the development of the embryo or foetus.

Research conducted in Pittsburgh has also discovered that children of frequent marijuana users have relatively less attention span than their peers. Early marijuana usage has also been linked to a loss in I.Q levels of pre-teens.

Further, The Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study conducted in Dunedin, New Zealand has found that people who smoke even one joint a week are prone to developing respiratory illnesses. Occasional smokers who cut down on weed, also had reduced symptoms, while heavy smokers had a persistent cough and wheeze even after cutting down, or quitting completely. This proves that the side effects of smoking weed on heavy smokers may linger for long.

Those who are against the legalisation of weed are also worried that its usage could prove to be a gateway to other, more potent, hard drugs.

Marijuana, if used responsibly, could help those cultivating it and using it. However, with India already grappling with problems of alcoholism, excessive tobacco usage, much more research needs to be carried out to ensure that the risks do not outweigh the potential benefits.

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CANANDAIGUA Maureen Lathan-Thompson is not downplaying the efforts of her doctors and other healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of her breast cancer two years ago.

She is adamant, however, that a UR Medicine Thompson Health support group she joined around that time was just as vital to her recovery.

The doctors are phenomenal and can explain the science of it all, but the support group takes that science and adds emotional well-being to it, she said.

Thats a familiar refrain among members of the group, which was formed in 2005 by Jennifer Klein of Canandaigua, a certified holistic stress management instructor with a masters degree in integrative health. She has been a volunteer with Thompson Health for more than 20 years.

The women in this group are incredible life-saving incredible, said Lathan-Thompson, a Bloomfield resident. Then you have this lovely woman named Jennifer Klein who has just dedicated her life to studying this. She is knowledgeable in so many areas and that comes from science, her education and a heart of gold.

Klein, who has a physical therapy background, said there are about 50 women in the group with between 10 and 20 attending monthly meetings. Those in-person meetings, however, havent been held since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and group members are using emails and texts to stay in touch, with possible video meetings soon.

We have members from Canandaigua, Geneva and the surrounding area including Newark. The purpose is to provide a safe environment for people to express whatever it is they are feeling and going through, including diagnosis and treatment, Klein said. We have people just recently diagnosed to people 20 years out from their diagnosis and treatment.

Not surprisingly, there have been plenty of tears shed at these meetings.

Authenticity is so crucial to this group. We hear about people trying to be tough for their families ... but one of the things we stress is whatever you are feeling is OK, and feel free to talk about it, Klein said. You need to be honest. When we gather, the first thing we do is greet new members and have the other members introduce themselves. That usually helps break the ice.

Bristol resident Sally Ess, who joined the group in 2014, admitted to being reluctant at first.

I had surgery in the fall of 2014 and a woman from my church, who joined the group the year before, had the same kind of cancer. She heard of my diagnosis and told me of this wonderful support group. She said she would go with me, Ess said. I stayed and listened at first, but wanted to leave. After awhile I said Oh my gosh, they were saying things I was interested in. I learned a lot that first night, and what a wonderful group of compassionate women. We laughed and cried.

The very best part of the group is our moderator, Jen. She is a remarkable woman, said Diane Bassage of Bristol. She is the glue that keeps this group together.

That said, a support group isnt for everyone. Nadine Redington of Victor relied on family to get through her diagnosis and treatment.

Having a positive attitude is the key. I talked to my husband and my girls and informed them every step of the way with honesty, so they knew what was going on, she said. The hardest part was relaxing, not doing anything after surgery and waiting to heal, because I like to keep moving and rarely sit down.

When the group meets in person, Klein said there are often speakers including oncologists. Other topics include acupuncture and nutrition.

We talk about whatever is current. We have new people joining all the time, but a core group that has been here for years, she said. Absolutely, face-to-face contact is so much better. I think we all feel that way. We need that connection, and isolation is not good. We are all looking forward to being together again, maybe by the start of the new year. Its so compelling to see what happens in that group setting.

Klein and Lathan-Thompson are urging women to routinely check for signs of breast cancer and have regular mammograms. Health officials from across the country said its safe to have them during COVID-19.

I was diagnosed after I went for my annual mammogram. I found no lumps on my own, but the mammogram found cancer, she said. Case in point, get your mammogram.

We encourage patients to still have their screening mammograms. We are adhering to all safety and cleaning guidelines to keep patients and staff safe, said Raquel Morris, clinical coordinator at the Dr. Laurie Sands and Constellation Brands Breast Imaging Center in Canandaigua. As with any annual screening, the center wants to detect any abnormalities within the breast when they are small and easily treatable.

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"My mum thought it was something spiritual from her side of the family. So they took me for prayers with the hope that I'd be cured of whatever was wrong," he told CNN.

"My aunt advised my dad that they should take me to camp for prayers against evil spirits. I remember I was laying down on the ground and people were all over me praying. I didn't want to react but the prayer wasn't working," Godwin said.

He added that when they realized on the way back home from camp that the expected healing didn't happen, they brought in another pastor to pray for him at home.

At the time Godwin was 18 and he recalls being overwhelmed with fear, hearing voices and crying in distress.

"I felt irritation all over my body. The sound of the fan in the room made me paranoid, I felt like it was rolling too fast and it would cut off and kill me. There were so many confusing voices talking to me in my head," he said.

Godwin's family doctor eventually referred him to a specialist after hearing about his symptoms, "that's when we went to the psychiatric hospital," he said.

In his case, he was later diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and placed on drugs. "I was so relieved to know what was going on with me. My parents too were relieved knowing it was nothing spiritual," he said.

Chained and locked up

A 22-year-old woman who suffered a mental health crisis after her mother's death told the human rights group that she had been held captive in a church for five months and denied food as part of a "spiritual cleanse" for her condition.

Dr. Nancy Orjinta, a resident psychiatrist at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Lagos, said keeping people with mental illness in such facilities can impact their health negatively and damage their self-esteem.

"I have seen patients who were chained for months battle with self-esteem issues. Keeping someone locked up will not only harm them physically, but they will start to feel low and dehumanized too," she said. She added that such conditions can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), an anxiety disorder caused by traumatic or distressing events.

Not enough psychiatrists

One of the reasons people visit religious and traditional healing centers for mental illness is a lack of understanding of mental health issues in the country, according to Dr. Orjinta.

However, delaying mental care by not immediately going to hospital prolongs the time the patient stays without appropriate care and "may create the worst outcome for the patient as they have more symptoms," she said.

"There is still a stigma around mental illness. People perceive it in a negative light and as a result they don't want to address it if they have symptoms. They want to keep on hiding it," she explained.

"There is a disproportionate sharing of mental health professionals, we don't really have them in rural areas. And if someone lives in such areas without mental health care, of course, they will find alternatives for care like traditional healers or churches," Dr. Orjinta explained.

In recent times, authorities in Nigeria have rescued hundreds of people held under inhumane conditions in a clampdown on religious rehabilitation centers.

But mental health advocates say this is not enough.

Hauwa Ojeifo, a mental health activist and coach told CNN that Nigeria needs strong legislation that will set the standards for psychiatric treatment.

Under the act, people with mental health conditions are allowed to be detained, even without the provision of medical treatment.

"I don't just want any mental health bill to be passed. I am very particular about the content of the bill too. I want it to be respectful and accommodate the rights of persons with mental health conditions," she told CNN.

Mental health awareness is needed to combat the widespread use of religious and traditional healing centers for mental care, according to Dr. Orjinta.

"The media needs to come in to report mental health without framing it in a bad or scary way like some do. The same way you can say someone has a problem with his leg, you should be able to say someone has a brain problem. It should be like every other illness," she said.

She added that she is optimistic Nigeria will eventually get to a place where there is a minimal stigma regarding mental health. "It won't be drastic and it will require many people like the government, media, and religious institutions putting in the effort, but I am optimistic."

Godwin who was initially taken to church for prayers says care outside medical facilities should not be the first resort.

"There are drugs and medical facilities that can help with mental illness. I am not saying people who attribute it to spirituality are wrong, but I'd say there are other ways. Medicine is capable," he said.

He added that in his case, he wished he was taken to the hospital first for quicker diagnosis, before being subjected to religious healing.

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