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Aspire’s online program aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle – AS English

Posted on July 9, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Given the new life circumstances caused by the coronavirus pandemic and with an aim and ambition of ensuring that members of the public in Doha remain safe and healthy, Qatar's Aspire Zone has launched a virtual summer program through its social network platforms (Instagram and YouTube). The initiative endeavours to ensure that younger individuals incorporate exercise into the framework of their day-to-day activity which is essential in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The new Aspire virtual summer program features elements aimed at 5-10 year-old children and serves up several fitness activities on a weekly basis with the routines published on both the Aspire Instagram and YouTube feeds.

There will also be a series of videos presented by specialized coaches set to be aimed at young adolescents (11-14 years-old) and this will feature a fitness challenge consisting of 6 exercises, each one scheduled to last just one minute and the teenagers can interact with the coaches at the Academy.

The programmes is also set to focus on food and nutritional advice with videos set to be broadcast on Aspire's Instagram platform three times a week (Saturday, Monday, and Thursday). These videos are produced in conjunction with the Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, a subsidiaries of the Aspire Zone (which is located to the the Al-Khalifa International Stadium), the Academy of Sports Excellence, ASpetar, the Qatar Sports Museum, Anti-Doping Laboratory, The Torch Doha hotel along with the Aspire Zone head-office.

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Arthritis warning: The healthy food item that could be making your symptoms worse – Express

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Osteoarthritis is caused by mechanical wear and tear on joints, whereas rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the body's own immune system attacks the body's joints.

Unfortunately, there is no cure for arthritis but you can alleviate the symptoms by making healthy lifestyle decisions.

It's very important to eat a healthy, balanced diet if you have arthritis, for example.

According to the NHS, eating healthily will give you all the nutrients you need and help you maintain a healthy weight - factors that can provide relief.

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According to Peyton, uric acid is created from purines in food.

"In the body if uric acid levels are raised it can result in crystals forming in joints," she explained.

This is mostly associated with gout and the big toe, but it can affect any joint and it can aggravate existing arthritic joints, research shows.

"If you eat these foods regularly and your joints are troublesome, try eliminating them from your diet and eating salmon instead."

If you just cant stomach salmon, you might want to consider a fish-oil supplement.

Yet you may not get the same omega-3 benefits in a bottle, says the arthritis Foundation (AF).

AF explains: "Although fish-oil supplements contain higher levels of EPA and DHA than youd get from eating fish, that doesnt mean your body will use those omega-3s as effectively."

In fact, some studies suggest our bodies dont absorb omega-3 fatty acids as well from supplements as from fish.

If your arthritis is painful, you may not feel like exercising, but being active can help reduce and prevent pain.

As the NHS explains, regular exercise can:

"As long as you do the right type and level of exercise for your condition, your arthritis won't get any worse," notes the health body.

It adds: "Combined with a healthy, balanced diet, regular exercise will help you lose weight and place less strain on your joints."

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Organic Tortilla Market Estimated to Expand at a Robust CAGR by 2030 – 3rd Watch News

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Organic Tortilla Market: Introduction

A recent study published by Transparency Market Research on theorganic tortilla marketincludes global industry analysis and opportunity assessment for2020-2030. The global organic tortilla market is expected to be valued at ~US$ 16.6 Bnin2020,which is projected to expand at a CAGR of7.6%,to reachUS$ 34.5 Bnby2030.

Multi-Sensory Experience in Organic Tortilla Attracting Consumers

There is growing interest among customers to gain multi-sensorial experience upon consuming food and beverages. Consumers are more inclined toward food products, which are appealing to the eyes. Along with aesthetic appeal, nutrition, and great taste are important factors for consumers. Along with healthy ingredients, manufacturers are also focusing on designing new technologies that capitalize on understanding the multi-sensory inspirations on flavor perception in order to augment humanfood interaction design.

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Among all the five senses, visual and mouth feel have major impact in product selection. Organic tortilla are made available to consumers in various types including frozen tortilla, tortilla mix, pre-cooked tortilla, and tortilla chips, among others. Due to its intense crust color, crumb characteristics, increase loaf volume, and extended shelf life, tortilla is gaining popularity among consumers.

Health and Wellness to Drive Organic Tortilla Market

Consumers are adopting a healthy lifestyle, which has led to higher consumption of food and beverages with potential health benefits. In the current scenario, people are becoming more conscious about their eating habits and food, owing to which, they are increasingly spending on health and wellness.

Thus, consumers are preferring natural and organic foods, and consuming health supplements. Consumers inclination toward preventive healthcare is pushing manufacturers to use natural and healthier ingredients in their food products. Organic tortillas are considered healthy snacking option and are being accepted by health conscious people.

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Rise in Number of Mexican Restaurants Trigger Demand for Organic Tortillas

Over the past couple of years, there has been a rise in demand for Mexican-based food products such as tortillas, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, and tamales. Due to this, major hotel and restaurant chains, especially in North America and Europe, are adding Mexican dishes to their menus. Flour-based organic tortillas are gaining traction. The demand for organic tortillas is increasing in the Asia Pacific region, owing to the rising number of food chains focusing mainly on Mexican food and tortilla being one of the main products in the Mexican cuisine.

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Older high school coaches learning to navigate the coronavirus pandemic – Sports and Weather Right Now

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Former Timberlake and Chewelah football coach Roy Albertson was laid up on a hospital bed on two occasions during his long and successful career, the second ailment more serious than the first.

Albertson was at Chewelah in the late 1990s when he suffered a staph infection in his knee that required a month of hospitalization.

Three years ago, he had a brush with death.

Albertson suffered a heart attack on Timberlakes practice field and had triple bypass surgery, forcing him to miss the 2017 season.

He returned to the Spirit Lake team in 2018 and 2019 but recently decided to step down at age 72.

The coronavirus pandemic was the driving force in his decision.

I retired because of the virus, said Albertson, referencing preexisting health conditions that could potentially be fatal if he was infected.

He had a 57-20-1 record at Chewelah before making the move to Timberlake in 2003, leading the Tigers to a 108-64 record in 17 seasons, including 16 playoff appearances and six trips to the state semifinals.

Albertsons age and health put him in a dangerous demographic while navigating a virus thats infected nearly 3.8 million Americans and contributed to the deaths of over 140,000, the overwhelming majority aged 60 and older.

Being around dozens of young athletes and assistant coaches has been a 47-year labor of love, but its not worth the risk, Albertson said.

The virus is worse now that I ever thought it would be in our area, Albertson said of the recent spike of COVID-19 infections in Kootenai County. I still have the same enthusiasm for young people as I did, but now I just stay at home. I leave for walks and to go to the store with my wife.

I wanted to coach for as long as I could.

Older high school coaches in Eastern Washington and North Idaho have been wary of the disease despite a clean bill of health.

Longtime Mead boys basketball coach Glenn Williams, 61, is in good physical shape, but a few family members including his wife who battles asthma have pre-existing conditions.

Williams is more worried about the potential spread of the infection to a vulnerable population than dealing with the virus himself.

This thing is something weve never seen. Were still learning about the disease, it attacks in different ways to different people, Williams said.

My feeling is that we dont need to be afraid of it, but be prudent how we go about it and open activities. Its a wait-and-see as we accumulate information.

Williams said he would have no problem wearing a mask on the bench if it meant getting back to basketball, but he understands the shutdown.

I miss the kids, but losing sports pales in comparison to the lives were losing, Williams said.

Washington Hall of Fame and University High wrestling coach Don Owen, now an assistant after retiring from his head coaching duties last year, is 62 years old.

In a contact sport like wrestling, Owen has seen diseases spread on the mat, some of which young athletes have developed an immunity, he said.

Owen knows that coronavirus is a much different animal but preaches a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages to help fight the virus.

We have to be very conscious of how we expose ourselves and if we have a good immune system, Owen said. I feel like I have a good immune system, and in wrestling you have to because youre exposed to a lot. The worry is those with a weaker immune system.

What I wish is that people put a lot more focus on keeping our bodies healthy and exercising right now. Good hygiene and good eating habits.

North Central girls track coach Kelly Harmon, 60, says he has lived a more careful life since the beginning of the pandemic.

Harmon wears masks in public, uses more hand sanitizer these days and avoids sizable public gatherings.

I think if I get exposed to it, Id get sick, but it wouldnt wipe me out, Harmon said. I think anybody who is in that 60-plus age group has to be a little worried. Personally, I dont know anybody who has been diagnosed with it.

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Breast cancer survivor runs first 5K with friends and family since diagnosis – The Columbus Dispatch

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

On Saturday morning, Patti Gilligan ran her first 5-kilometer road race since her breast cancer diagnosis two years ago. More than 20 of her neighbors, friends and family ran with her in support.

Two years ago, Patti Gilligan was diagnosed with breast cancer, setting her on a journey that involved extensive treatment and surgery and deprived her of many of lifes comforts.

Running was one of her favorite activities before her diagnosis. It was both an opportunity to spend time with like-minded friends and to blow off steam, but the cancer left her unable to participate in rigorous exercise.

So running a 5-kilometer race with a group of roughly 20 friends, family members, and neighbors from her Lewis Center community Saturday felt like a revelation.

"This is the first time Ive run a true 5K" since her diagnosis, said Gilligan, who is now cancer-free. "It is absolutely exhilarating."

And two years after a diagnosis that threw a monkey wrench into her life plans, the run gave her a much-needed feeling of normalcy.

"I feel like cancer took so much of my life, but this is something I can control and I can get back to," Gilligan said.

A little rain briefly hampered otherwise ideal running weather. Cloud cover kept the sun at bay and temperatures hovered below 70 degrees most of the morning.

The run wasnt easy, Gilligan said, but she drew on her friends and her experience to bring her through to the finish line.

"I just kept remembering, when I wanted to quit, how badly I wanted to run when I was going through chemotherapy, and after surgeries," Gilligan said. "It pushed me to get through it."

This years Race for the Cure, which raises money for the Susan G. Komen breast cancer foundation, was virtual because of the coronavirus outbreak. Participants ran on their own and logged their time. Determined runners and cancer survivors such as Gilligan organized their own smaller version of the popular race.

Patti Gilligans husband, Matt Gilligan, said running and otherwise being active was always an important part of their family life.

"We want to live a long time and be healthy," he said. "But we also want to set a good example for our kids." The couple has two children, a 12-year-old son, Brady, and a 16-year-old daughter, Caroline.

Their efforts to encourage a healthy lifestyle seem to have paid off. Caroline left for a cross country camp shortly after the morning run.

Shannon Hoppert, a long-time friend of Gilligans, ran with her on Saturday.

Gilligan helped Hoppert get started as a runner. The two women bonded and used running to escape the stress of work and parenthood. The Lewis Center woman eventually talked Hoppert into running a half-marathon in 2009, and theyve run four more since then.

Gilligan maintained a positive attitude through her diagnosis and the cancer treatment, Hoppert said, providing inspiration to her friends. It was thrilling to have her friend back for a race on Saturday morning, she said.

"Its been too long," Hoppert said. "Its always been something thats been our release from real life. Its awesome to have her back."

Gilligans neighbors on Overland Trail in Lewis Center were there for her throughout her battle with cancer and many jumped at the chance to run a 5K with her.

"Its about community," Matt Gilligan said. "This group of people and this neighborhood have been very supportive throughout."

That support helped Gilligan through the cancer treatment. Her family created a Facebook page for supporters and described receiving inspirational messages.

"There are people here who came and prayed over me before I had my surgeries and treatments," Gilligan said. "Its just a reminder to me, every time I look at these people, of what theyve done for me and how supported and loved I am."

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The Ultimate Guide to Nutritionists and Dietitians in Philly – Philadelphia magazine

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Looking for some help with eating healthfully? Heres who you can turn to in the Philadelphia area.

Philly nutritionists and dietitians, like OnPoint Nutritions team, will help you navigate all your food-related needs. / Photograph courtesy of OnPoint Nutrition.

Whether youre looking to develop a healthier relationship with food, create personalized meal plans, or eat in accordance with allergies or chronic illness, these Philly-based nutritionists and dietitians can help. (This list isnt comprehensive for the region, but we found some of our best pros to highlight here.) Bonus: If they werent previously online, these experts are now offering virtual sessions due to the coronavirus pandemic.

1500 Walnut Street, Suite 700, Rittenhouse

Owned by registered dietitian Kristen Raebiger Shaheen, this Rittenhouse-based nutrition biz wants to help you do what their name implies: balance your health. In one-on-one sessions, youll receive an in-depth nutritional assessment, tailored meal plans, and continued support to keep you accountable. Raebiger Shaheen also offers corporate services, including onsite nutrition counseling and lunch-and-learn workshops.

1901 South 9th Street, South Philadelphia

Registered dietitian nutritionist Beth Auguste strives to help busy parents and those with packed schedules prioritize their own healthy living. (She should know on top of running her own business, shes a mom!) In addition to nutrition counseling, Auguste offers a series for new moms, a coronavirus-catalyzed online program, and virtual grocery assistance.

Cristina Hoyt, an integrative clinical nutritionist and body image coach, utilizes weight inclusive, non-diet, and Health At Every Size principles into her practice. Her evidence-based approach emphasizes health improvement, but also joyful consumption and sustainable self-care. Hoyt offers both 30-minute check-ins and consistent bi-weekly meetings.

The goal of registered dietitian nutritionist Alexis Newman is to help women cultivate joy and peace in their eating habits. She also has expertise in supporting those with medical conditions and chronic illness. Depending on your needs, Newman provides one-, three-, and six-month commitment packages.

In addition to being a clinical dietitian for Penn Medicine, Jenny Friedman has her own practice specializing in feeding therapy for children with autism. Her personalized coaching encourages severely picky eaters to try new foods, while also providing parents practical tools to improve their childs sensory food aversions.

Her Instagram bio says it all: Dont call me if you want diet advice. Registered dietitian Julie Lichtman advocates for intuitive eating, as food should be both nourishing and enjoyable. Her skill-building approach motivates clients to add in healthy foods, rather than restrict certain food groups. Even better, Lichtman runs cooking classes, so you can learn how to make healthy, delicious meals.

200 West Washington Square, Suite 120, Washington Square West

Located in Washington Square West, Key Nutrition offers a range of nutritional counseling, including medical nutrition therapy, youth and family services, guided market tours, and pantry takeovers. Plus, they run a food-focused seminar every month to help clients improve their cooking techniques and meal prepping.

With over 10 years of experience, Liz McMahon has worked with premature infants in the ICN, oncology patients, and folks with GI issues. As a registered dietitian nutritionist focused on gut health, she virtually coaches individuals who are living with IBS, colitis, Crohns, celiac, GERD, and food allergies and intolerances.

1835 South Broad Street and 1025 Mifflin Street, South Philadelphia

Founded by registered dietitian nutritionist Lisa Rudi-Davis, Nourish Philly incorporates nutrition education into every session so that clients become more and more knowledgeable about their health journey. Her services include personalized weight management, disease prevention, and healthy shopping and meal planning.

100 North 18th Street, Suite 300, Center City

Center City-based Nourishmnt is a body positive nutrition counseling service that wants you to ditch your yo-yo dieting and begin eating intuitively. Owner Diana Marlin, a registered dietitian, also supports clients living with eating disorders, diabetes, and heart disease.

1512 South Street, Graduate Hospital

Nutrition Unlimited uses medical nutrition therapy to enhance clients healthy lifestyle and overall wellness. Through behavior modification and custom strategies, the team which is made up of registered dietitians and certified diabetes educators will make sure you get exactly what you need.

1010 North Hancock Street, Northern Liberties

Founded by registered dietitian Dalina Soto, Nutritiously Yours is all about balance, meaning you dont have to eliminate your love for white rice or ice cream. Through private virtual or in-person sessions, Soto will help teach you how to make responsible food choices within your own cultural cuisine in order to live longer and healthier. Bonus: Soto is bilingual, so your meetings can be in English, Spanish, or a mix of both.

350 South 15th Street, Rittenhouse

OnPoints team of registered dietitians and nutritionists are anti-diet, meaning their programs are more focused on food moderation and healthy living, rather than on counting calories and restriction. With weekly one-on-one virtual sessions, youll work with your coach to achieve the nutrition goals that best support your unique lifestyle whether that involves food allergies, IBS, or plant-based eating.

Philly Dietitian founder Theresa Shank provides a range of nutritional counseling services, including sports performance, prenatal, eating disorders, GI issues, and disease prevention. She also consults for Philly fitness studios, including KG Strong and B3 Fitness.

Pure Green Wellness is the brainchild of Melissa Green Henkin, Philly-based nutritionist, health coach, and yoga teacher. In personalized one-on-one sessions, shell help you through whatever nutrition-related roadblock youre working through. From her program, you can expect up to 11 30-minute meetings, virtual support, and recipes for easy-to-make healthy meals.

325 Chestnut Street, Unit 800, Old City

Led by registered dietitian nutritionist Ha Nguyen, Yummy Body Nutrition aims to eliminate barriers to nutritional support. Thats why they partner with doctors, offer evening and weekend hours for in-person sessions (which are temporarily on hold), and phone and video consults. They also provide a fitness-oriented program, as well as in-home culinary services.

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Opinion: Dont wear a mask because Beshear told you to. Do it to save lives and the economy – Courier Journal

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Alan L. Keck, Opinion contributor Published 6:01 a.m. ET July 14, 2020

Businesses and cities across the country are requiring people to wear masks, which some people say infringe upon their individual rights. USA TODAY

I understand the frustration that builds.

Not only has the coronavirus pandemic inflicted extreme cost and pain across Kentucky, the way in which it has been governed has often been inconsistent. Rules and guidelines waffle; at times, hypocrisy reigns.

We were told to practice social distancing. We were discouraged from going to houses of worship. Yet, blind eyes were turned to mass riots and protests. This should have never been a truth in America. Likewise, the idea that keeping child care centers closed is somehow safer than allowing crowds in grocery and hardware stores never made sense. Massive corporations got a pass to stay open while Main Street was forced to close.

Kentuckians have been diligent in flattening the curve, but we continue to suffer. We have led the nation in unemployment claims, and thousands are struggling to survive still waiting for their benefits. Our budget shortfall will likely be close to $1 billion. Without question we are seeing increases in anxiety, depression and drug use.

And so its with this pain and frustration in mind that I make a new plea a new request for cooperation.

Please wear a mask. But dont do it because a politician told you to. Do it to save our economy and to save lives.

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While I believe Gov. Andy Beshears actions are well intended and that he cares about Kentuckians, it has been clear throughout this pandemic he doesnt value due process. Though we continue to bear the brunt of his policy decisions, this is a time for all leaders to work together. We have to embrace solutions that mitigate risk while promoting a thriving economy.

Dont wear a mask because Gov. Beshear said so, or because I say so. Do it to ensure he has no reason to shut down our economy again. Wear a mask so he will not shutter our optometrists, chiropractorsor other elective but altogether necessary medical services. Do it to keep our barber shops, gyms, hair salonsand restaurants open. Wear a mask to help Kentuckians keep their jobs.

Wear a mask because it will help our children get back to the routines they so desperately need while helping parents return to work. A recent Washington Post article reported that nearly a third of the nations workforce has children at home, and theyre struggling to keep up. Researchers estimate nearly 10% of economic activity will be completely wiped out as long as schools and day cares remain closed. Moreover,the American Academy of Pediatrics warned that keeping children out of school in the fall could lead to mental and physical harm by causing social isolation. We have to find a safe way to bring these services back to Kentucky families, and it starts by covering our faces.

Opinion: Embracing telehealth helped usflatten the curve in COVID-19 battle

Alan L. Keck is the mayor of Somerset.(Photo: Picasa)

Wear a mask because it will likely help sports resume this fall, ensuring those who can compete at the next level get that opportunity and opening the door to more options for physical activity. This is a crucial point in the conversation about beating this virus: Wearing a mask isnt the only way we combat it. We must begin talking about getting proper exercise, better nutrition, adequate sunlight, and taking the necessary steps to promote mental and spiritual wellness along with other key elements of a healthy lifestyle. As we become a healthier state, the better prepared we are and the more we can prevent the next pandemic from wrecking as many lives as this one.

Finally, wear a mask because you care, about yourself and your family members. Your fellow Kentuckians. Your neighbors, your friends. Because you care about whether they contract COVID-19 and you care about whether more people contracting it causes them to lose their jobs. Masks are not 100% effective, but nothing we do to fight this virus will be even a vaccine. We must use the best methods we have available. I believe we the people are at our best when we lead with kindness and compassion, even when we have to make personal sacrifices to do so.

The coronavirus pandemic has been the challenge of our lifetime. Ive said for weeks now that Somerset and Pulaski County residents have risen to that challenge. We have flattened the curve and prevented our hospitals from being overwhelmed which, after all, was the original goal. We are not perfect, but we have led in many ways, including drafting strategic reopening proposals that allowed our friends and loved ones to get back to work.

Now we must lead in a different way. I understand you are frustrated. So am I. But its time we do what it takes to put this virus behind us, as quickly as we can.

Related: What to know about Kentucky's new face mask mandate

Alan L. Keck is the mayor of Somerset, Kentucky.

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NHS wellbeing app launches for cancer patients – Med-Tech Innovation

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

A new app with content developed by staff at an NHS Trust in the North East aims to support patients during and following cancer treatment.

The app, My Wellbeing Space, is a digital service from NHS partnership Health Call and technology provider Inhealthcare and funded by the Northern Cancer Alliance. It will initially be available to patients receiving care from County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. The content was developed by the Macmillan project team in collaboration with clinical teams and involving patients at all stages of its design and testing.

Clare Doney, Macmillan lead cancer nurse, said: Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing event affecting patients, families and friends emotionally as well as physically.We want to provide holistic support as soon as possible and the app is one way that we can reach out to more people. It gives our patients tools and resources to support and empower them to contribute to their wellbeing and overall health.

The My Wellbeing Space app provides advice and links with content including information about: physical activity, late effects of treatment, food and nutrition, financial concerns, fatigue, emotional wellbeing and treatments.It also includes short video clips delivered by a consultant, clinical nurse specialist, wellbeing practitioners, GP, oncologist, a patient and carer.Patients will be given access to the app during their treatment.

Tina Murray, from Neasham, near Darlington, who completed two and a half years of treatment for cancer earlier this year, said: Coming towards the end of cancer treatment, I felt fear rather than elation. My life had been consumed by appointments, tests, treatments and I feared the loss of that structure.This is when you can start to realise the enormity of what has happened, feel isolated and fear the future. This is where the app comes in. It helps crystallise and identify in your mind the issues you are facing.It provides all sorts of information and sources of support available to you to help you through your emergence from treatment.You can get help dealing with your emotional mental health, as well as physical issues such as fatigue and where to get support for financial concerns. The app is very simple to use and because the support information is tailored to your local area, very relevant.

Bryn Sage, chief executive at technology provider Inhealthcare, said: This is a great example of how health technology can support people living with long-term conditions, especially during the Coronavirus pandemic. As well as providing reassurance to patients, My Wellbeing Space also promotes a healthy lifestyle which can help the body to recover after cancer treatment.

Health Call plans to share the app more widely through Trusts across the North East and North Cumbria.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter to quarantine at home after testing positive for Covid-19 – The National

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, 46, and her daughter, Aaradhya, 8, have confirmed they will self-quarantine at home after being diagnosed with the coronavirus.

The Bollywood actress and her daughter were revealed to have tested positive for Covid-19 on Sunday, July 12, a day after Aishwarya's husband, Abhishek Bachchan, confirmed he had the coronavirus.

Abhishek, 44, and his father, Bollywood screen legend Amitabh Bachchan, 77, both announced that they had tested positive on Saturday, July 11.

Abhishek confirmed that his wife and daughter would stay at home, rather than hospital, on Twitter.

"They will be self quarantining at home," he wrote. "The BMC [Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation] has been updated of their situation and are doing the needful."

As Aishwarya and her daughter are asymptomatic, they were able to stay at home after signing a declaration that they will isolate.

Abhishek also confirmed that his mother, Jaya Bachchan, had tested negative for Covid-19, but he and his father would remain in hospital for the time being.

"The rest of the family including my mother have tested negative. Thank you all for your wishes and prayers," he added.

"My father and I remain in hospital 'til the doctors decide otherwise. Everyone please remain cautious and safe. Please follow all rules!"

Amitabh is in hospital in an isolation unit, but his symptoms are currently being reported as mild and he is in a stable condition.

"They both voluntarily undertook antigen tests and since the results were positive they both have been admitted to Nanavati Hospital," the Maharashtra state health minister, Rajesh Tope, said in a video statement about Amitabh and Abhishek on Sunday, adding that they both had a mild cough and fever.

Suresh Kakani, commissioner from the BMC said that 16 people from the household have been tested, including those who work there.

On Sunday, BMC workers were seen at the Bachchan family home: they were there to sanitise the premises.

Mumbai is among the Indian cities worst hit by the coronavirus. On Monday, the country's virus caseload reached almost 880,000, with 23,187 deaths recorded.

Known as "Big B", Amitabh rose to fame in the early 1970s on the back of roles in hit movies such as Zanjeer and Sholay.

Active in the film industry since 1969, he has worked on more than 200 movies. His films still open to packed cinemas across India, but his new movie comedy-drama Gulabo Sitabo was released on Amazon's streaming service due to the coronavirus restrictions.

Amitabh is an active Twitter user, where he has 43 million followers, and his career has branched into television presenting, business and politics, as well as countless commercial endorsements.

Amitabh Bachchan in 'Deewaar'. Courtesy Shutterstock

Amitabh Bachchan and Raakhee in 'Hindi Love/Kabhi Kabhie'. Courtesy Shutterstock

Amitabh Bachchan in 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'. Courtesy Shutterstock

Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan in a scene from 'Silsila'. Courtesy Yash Raj Films

Rani Mukherjee and Amitabh Bachchan in 'Black'. Courtesy Yash Raj Films

Amitabh Bachchan, Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio in 'The Great Gatsby'. Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures

Amitabh Bachchan, right, and Dhanush, left, in 'Shamitabh'. Courtesy Hope Productions

Parth Bhalerao and Amitabh Bachchan in 'Bhoothnath Returns'. Courtesy T-Series

From left, Amitabh Bachchan, Irrfan Khan and Deepika Padukone in 'Piku'. Courtesy MSM Motion Pictures

Amitabh Bachchan in 'Wazir'. Courtesy Reliance Entertainment

Amitabh Bachchan in a scene from the Bollywood movie 'Pink'. Courtesy Rashmi Sharma Telefilms Limited

Amitabh Bachchan in 'Badla'. Courtesy Red Chillies Entertainment

Amitabh, who has won multiple awards for his acting, also hosts Kaun Banega Crorepati, India's version of Who Wants to be a Millionaire one of the most-watched shows on Indian television for 20 years.

Although the actor lives a healthy lifestyle, he has a history of health issues. He suffered a near-fatal injury during the shooting of an action scene on a film set in 1982 and was critically ill for several months. Thousands gathered outside the hospital and offered prayers daily.

The accident led to the actor to contract the Hepatitis B virus after a blood transfusion from a donor who was carrying it unknowingly. Reports say his liver lost 75 per cent of its function last year due to cirrhosis caused by the virus.

The Bollywood film industry only recently opened for work after a months-long hiatus following the imposition of a nationwide lockdown in India in late March. But actors that are over 65 who are often most vulnerable to the virus such as Amitabh, have been told to stay off set amid the pandemic.

Millions of Indians revere Amitabh like royalty, hanging on his every word, seeking his blessings and congregating outside his Mumbai bungalow every year on October 11, his birthday.

Fellow Bollywood stars left well wishes on social media. Sonam Kapoor tweeted: "Get well soon Amit uncle. All my love and prayers." South Indian superstar Mohanlal tweeted, "Wishing you a quick recovery, prayers" in reply to Abhishek's tweet about his diagnosis.

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All you wanted to know about portability in insurance – BusinessLine

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of having an insurance policy. Many insurance covers, particularly health covers, are constantly updated to address new and emerging health issues. If policyholders want a health policy with wider coverage, then they can use the portability option to switch to a new policy, instead of buying multiple policies.

In 2011, the insurance regulator IRDAI allowed porting of health insurance policies. Portability is the process by which you as a policy-holder can transfer your current health policy to another health policy with a different insurer or to a different policy of the same insurer. Through this process, you can also carry the current benefits to the new health policy. The policy-holder is also qualified to transfer all the continuity benefit such as free medical check-up and no-claim bonus (accumulation of points or reward given by an insurer to a policy-holder for making no claims during the policy term), which were acquired during the previous policy.

The porting option is available for individual as well family-floater policies issued by non-life insurers. Policy-holders can even switch from group insurance to an individual health plan, without compromising on the benefits of the previous health policy.

Reasons to port from one insurer to another can include bad service, higher co-payment (cost-sharing arrangement where the policy-holder pays a certain percentage of the claim from his/her pocket) or higher sub-limits (cap on coverage for a particular treatment), increase in family members (spouse or children), and availability of better coverages and cashless facilities.

Portability of the health policy comes with key benefits. One, if a policy-holder has already served the initial waiting period (30 days), the pre-existing waiting period (ranging from 24-36 months) and the disease-specific waiting period, then it will be waived in the new policy.

The no-claim bonus that you have accumulated can also be ported. However, do keep in mind that when you port, the premium will be calculated on the higher SI; including the NCB.

One of the biggest benefits of porting your health policy is that you get the latest policy which usually comes with wider coverages and better benefits such as reward points for a healthy lifestyle, wealth benefits (such as higher points for being fit), OPD covers, telemedicine and counselling. And porting procedures these days are made fairly simple and can be done online with minimal documentation requirements.

While there are advantages to porting a health policy, there are downsides as well. If you as a policy-holder decide to port your existing health policy, keep in mind that you have to port at least 30 days prior to the premium renewal date of the health policy, and not during the policy. You can only port between similar policies. For instance, if you have a regular health policy, you cannot port to a critical illness policy.

Also, the policy-holder might be subject to medical-check up as well. If the policy-holder is continuously covered in the previous policy without any break for four years or more, migration shall be allowed without any underwriting/medical checks (to the extent of the sum insured). Further, for the same SI, your premium payment may increase in case of any new health complication or higher age.

Note that there are chances that your new insurer may reject your porting request if your health status does not match their terms and conditions.

Whether you port or not, its best to know your rights.

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Beat Stress | Spiritual and Physical Wellness – ChicagoNow

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

By Sheri McIntosh, today at 1:38 pm

Avoiding stress is usually on the list for living a healthy lifestyle. It is typically behind eating healthy and exercising. I feel like eating healthy and exercising is in my control. Stress comes looking for me. Most of us do not intentionally place ourselves in stressful situations. Life circumstances bring stress into our lives.

Stress is a physical and mental response to life experiences. Everyone has stressful events in their life at some point of time. We have life events involving work, family, or health that may cause stress.

When you experience stress, your body responds by releasing a hormone that increases your heart and breathing rate. This is okay when you experience short-term stress; however, if you are experiencing long-term stress it can be detrimental to your health. Long-term or chronic stress can cause several health issues including depression, anxiety, obesity, high blood pressure, and heart disease. With short-term stress you can feel the change in your body. Some people under chronic stress have experienced it for such a long time they ignore the impact on their body. They have insomnia, anxiety or are short tempered and do not realize that stress is at the root of their problem.

There are things you can do to help you cope with stress. It is okay to admit that you feel stressed. Practice self-care and do not feel like you are being selfish. There is nothing wrong with taking some time out for yourself. Find time to relax. Try deep breathing exercises, prayer, and meditation. Take a bubble bath. Listen to your favorite music. Use a journal to write down your feelings. Do not make unrealistic goals that you will pressure yourself to reach. (This also includes not letting other people create unrealistic goals for you.) You want to use positive activities to cope with stress. If you feel overwhelmed and cannot get a handle on your stress seek professional help.

Hip Replacement Implants Market: Rise in Incidence of Trauma/Accidental Injuries to the Drive Market – 3rd Watch News

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

The global hip replacement implants market was valued at approximately US$ 7.0 Bn in 2017. It is projected to register a cumulative annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 3.5% from 2018 to 2026, according to a new report published by Transparency Market Research (TMR) titled Hip Replacement Implants Market Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 20182026. Expansion of the health care industry, government initiatives, increase in health care expenditure, rise in product approvals, and increase in the patient population are projected to augment the global market from 2018 to 2026.

As key players introduce their new hip replacement implants in developed regions such a North America and Western Europe, these regions are likely to account for a dominating share of the global hip replacement implants market. Development of health care infrastructure and high medical expenditure by governments in emerging markets such as China and India are likely to boost the hip replacement implants market in Asia Pacific at a CAGR of around 4.0% from 2018 to 2026.

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Rise in Demand for Hip Replacement Surgeries across the Globe to Propel Market

Global demand for hip replacement is increasing, primarily due to a rise in clinical education among patients, increase in demand among the geriatric population, and rise in the prevalence of obesity and arthritis. The U.S. has witnessed a significant rise in demand for new hip surgeries from 89,919 surgeries in 2004 to 122,154 in 2015. Advancements in minimally invasive surgeries and 3D printing have fueled the global hip replacement market.

Improvement in Government-initiated Hip Implant Reforms

Government bodies of several countries are undertaking collaborative initiatives to meet the demand for hip implants. For instance, in 2013, Medicare spent about US$ 7 Bn on hospitalizations alone for hip and knee replacements. Moreover, 255 of 400,000 such surgeries performed annually are likely to be covered by the new payment model of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in the near future.

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Increase in the Incidence of Trauma/Accidental Injuries

The incidence of accidental injuries and hip fractures has increased significantly in the last decade. Over 340,000 hip implant procedures are performed in the U.S. and 600,000 are performed globally each year. This includes several patients aged between 40 and 50, who are focused on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Increase in the number of hip-related accidents and other hip bone disorders, such as joint pain, instability in the hip joint, bone loss, and infection, are anticipated to boost the global hip replacement market during the forecast period.

High Cost of Hip Implants and Surgery to Restrain Market

Globally, patients are facing several distinct challenges, including implants costs, health care reform implementation, and reimbursement rates. Low affordability due to high costs and low access to new custom hip implant procedures in countries in Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa are key factors hampering the hip replacement implants market in these regions. The cost of procedure ranges from US$ 44,816 to US$ 16,000 per person, depending on the region, material, and type.

Asia Pacific Market to Expand Significantly

In terms of revenue, the hip replacement implants market in Asia Pacific is projected to expand at a CAGR of over 4.0% during the forecast period. Expanding economies in Asia Pacific offer significant opportunities to hip replacement implants manufacturers. Emerging countries such as India, China, Brazil, Mexico, and South Africa have a large number of underserved patients. The disposable income of people in India, China, Mexico, Brazil, and other countries in Asia, Latin America, and Africa has increased due to economic growth. This has boosted their purchasing power. Companies manufacturing hip replacement implants should explore new emerging countries, especially in Asia, as their population is high, which translates to a large patient base.

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The Buck Fifty solidifies plans to have race amid COVID-19 – Chillicothe Gazette

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

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The first round of Buck Fifty runners left the starting line at Ohio University Chillicothe Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. Raising close to $250,000 this year, the Buck Fifty is an annual race that started three years ago when those in the community wanted to try and raise funds to try and battle the local drug epidemic.(Photo: Robert McGraw/Gazette)

CHILLICOTHE While The Buck Fifty marathon was originally scheduled to take place in April, the event organizers have solidified plans to make the race happen this July.

Since the beginning of June, The Buck Fifty organizers and the Ross County Health District have been working together to develop an idea of how to safely allow the event to happen. Recently, a written plan for the event was submitted and approved. Now, race day is set to take place on July 24.

"We are a determined group of people who represent a lot of facets in this world that are doing great things," said Race Director Dave Huggins. "We have a runner base that is working to live a healthy lifestyle.We have a group of volunteers who care about their community and want to show the best of what Ross County is."

As The Buck Fifty was originally scheduled to take place on April 17, Huggins and the race team have been working diligently to re-organize the event within guidelines and restrictions established because of COVID-19.

In the past, the race would begin at Ohio University Chillicothe where participants would take off at the same time. They then compete in various teams while running 152 miles across Ross County.

Due to OUC still being closed, the start and finish line for The Buck Fifty has been moved to the First Presbyterian Church in Chillicothe. Over the years, Huggins says the church has been a big supporter of the race.

Just like the past three years,the race will continue to have staggered starting times because some teams are faster than others. The first teams go off at 1 p.m. on Friday and at 7 p.m. the last group leaves.

And because each team starts with one runner representing their teams in groups of four to seven, Huggins believes it will be easy for them to stay spaced out. There are 70 runners on the course at one time and they are stretched out over a 40-mile period during the event. Additionally, race administration is recommending that all runners and volunteers wear masks when participating in the event.

This year, teams have the option to compete in a virtual race if they are unable or do not feel comfortable attending race day. This means that runners can run anywhere, at any time. Once a team completes their total mileage, they must record their times and submit them by July 25.

Kiwanis President Laura Allen and other volunteers wait for the first leg of runners for the Buck Fifty race in 2018.(Photo: Robert McGraw/Gazette)

The virtual race was offered because some teams may have higher risk runners or runners who were unable to travel to Chillicothe due to the change of date. This year,The Buck Fifty has 106 teams participating in the race this year. 36 of them are competing in the event virtually and 70 teams will be there in person on race day.

"I am a person who always believes in finding the best in anything and I do understand that it takes a lot of work to assemble a team of 10 runners and two drivers to complete our two-day event," Huggins said.

For runners used to completing the race in April rather than the July heat, Huggins says that individuals should never compete in The Buck Fifty if they are not well trained and healthy. Staying well hydrated will be very important and water will be provided at each checkpoint.

Once again, The Buck Fifty has been able to raise around $150,000 to support 2,000 M.A.D.E. and Drug-Free Clubs of America. Huggins says that based on statistics from the Department of Health and Human Services this will save the community around $2 million each year.

"We are still a very young non-profit organization, but I believe the efforts of so many are building a strong foundation for the future," he said.

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Doctor debunked the main myths about healthy lifestyles – The Saxon

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Dr. Alexander Myasnikov debunked the major myths relating to healthy lifestyle. Some related with the latest rules had become obsolete.

For a long time it was believed that red meat and the fats harmful to the human body. In particular, it was felt that the product triggers an increased risk of a number of diseases and unpleasant conditions, including stroke and heart attack. However, a number of works of scientists talked about the fact that monogyny in the product is not so harmful. In the autumn of last year, the study showed that the cardiovascular system of the red meat risk is not responsible. At the same time, the product remains a risk factor for colon cancer. It contains many important vitamins and minerals, so in a week it can eat up to three times what would be useful.

The view that daily need to overcome 10 thousand steps, is not correct. We are talking about the approximate load volumes, the main thing to move. You can go swimming, Jogging or other physical activity. In the diet butchers advised to include plenty of vegetables, fruits and fish. Sausage is better to replace the boiled meat.

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Tia Mowry’s Life with Endometriosis That Caused Her Fertility Struggles – AmoMama

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Tia Mowrys Endometriosis condition caused her to have surgery, change her diet completely, and have difficulty conceiving. Heres a look at her journey.

Most women hope to have a family with children when they grow older, including Tia Mowry, which is why she agreed to surgery after knowing the possibility of having Endometriosis.

The Sister, Sister star has been transparent about her diagnosis and infertility problems throughout the years. Heres a look at her story.

SHOWING SIGNS

In a tell-all video, Mowry narrated how she came to know of her sickness. She recalled her college days and the severe menstrual cramps she would get that would cause her to miss class.

Although her doctor initially told her to do a few remedies to help brush it odd, she knew something was wrong.

After a friend suggested she see a specialist, Mowry learned the possibility of having Endometriosis. However, the doctor said that the only way to be diagnosed was through surgery.

What pushed the actress to have the procedure was that the condition, if she did have it, may cause infertility struggles, which she did not want.

LIVING WITH ENDOMETRIOSIS

The surgery found scar tissues along the uterus lining, causing pain and signifying that Mowry had the illness.

Doctors removed the scar tissues to ease the pain, which it did for two years. However, the Endometriosis came back, and Mowry had to get another surgery.

In order to stop the scar tissues from returning and needing surgery, she had to change her diet and eliminate inflammatory-causing food, such as sugar, dairy, and highly processed food.

Because of her drive and will to have a child, Mowry strictly followed all orders given to her by the doctor. She shared:

I was reassured that with the right eating habits and lifestyle changes (no sugar, no carbs), I would have a better possibility of getting pregnant.

A beautiful thing that came out of her strict diet was a cookbook, which she released in 2017, called Whole New You.

Her new eating habits allowed Mowry to discover more recipes in the kitchen and share them with those who wanted to live a healthy lifestyle as well.

HAVING TWO CHILDREN

The changes she made allowed her body to become better, with symptoms disappearing and other conditions, like eczema and migraines, leaving as well.

The best part of it all was that Mowry was able to conceive a child. When I got pregnant with my son, I was overjoyed, she said.

Initially, the Family Reunion star was in denial that she had to take about two dozen pregnancy tests to prove her disbelief, but eventually, she was just overwhelmed and happy.

A few years later, Mowry needed another surgery to become pregnant with her second child. Although the conceiving process was complicated for both, she was happy she received support from her husband.

I didnt think Id be able to have a second child, and its been over seven years since my first pregnancy, she shared. I didnt let my infertility issues define me or define what my goals were and what I wanted in life.

Today, Mowry is a proud mom to two beautiful children, a son named Cree and a daughter named Cairo, who often appears in her social media.

CELEBRATING FATHERS DAY

Recently, the actress family celebrated Fathers Day at home and made the Sunday special for Cory Hardrict.

Photos showed that the family-of-four had a fun-filled afternoon taking a swim in the pool, with a sweet snap of Hardrict carrying his daughter.

Mowry also included a picture of their breakfast spread, which included scrambled eggs, pancakes, blueberries, bananas, grapes, and chocolate chips.

There are important images for the world to see, she captioned the post. You are an amazing #father and we are blessed to have you help raise the next generation.

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Tru-Cape turns to TikTok – Fruitnet

Posted on July 9, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

The TikTok social media platform has made headlines in the US recently for political reasons, but in South Africa one of the leading topfruit compnies, Tru-Cape Marketing, is using it to engage with young shoppers.

It is doing this through a healthy-lifestyle promotion aimed at increasing sales of the apple variety Kanzi.

Tru-Cape Marketing has engaged an interactive agency to produce a message which they believe young South African consumers will not be able to resist, and will hopefully send Kanzi onto a new level.

The company proposed the idea of a campaign using the Kanzi beat to interactive agency, Recode Media, and asked that they propose 'influencers' to help drive the message home.

According to Tru-Cape marketing director Conrad Fick, the group suggested TikTok for a successful lockdown campaign.

A TikTok competition where entrants demonstrate how they get healthy with Tru-Cape and Kanzi apples, essentially a repeat of what we did during lockdown, using their own song, dancing or lip-syncing and a Kanzi beat is the plan, Fick explained.

With exercising hour restrictions also lifted, entrants have the chance to get out and be active, in turn promoting an overall healthy lifestyle. Entrants will be asked to show us how they're getting active with Tru-Cape and Kanzi to stand a chance to win.

Tru-Cape has already secured strong Facebook, Instagram and Twitter followings, but TikTok seems particularly fast growing: In a short period we have already grown TikTok followers to 1,059 and, based on the advice of Recode, selected influencers to help amplify the message," he noted.

The Tru-Cape social media campaign is an indication how online activities will be used to promote the health-giving qualities of fruit.

Since the lockdown started in South Africa at the end of March, all gyms and fitness centres have been closed. One online fitness business, Jeff Together, changed the whole fitness business by combining healthy eating with exercise at home.

The initiative has shown unprecedented success with 45,000 people already signed up, in both South Africa and in 109 countries around the world.

The Kanzi hiphop or the Jeff skip it seems as if one of the positives to come out of Covid-19 is healthy lifestyles, which will particularly involve young people and healthy eating.

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Parenting Tips: Simple Things You Need to Keep in Mind to Raise a Healthy And Happy Child – India.com

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Parenting is not an easy job especially when you hardly get time to snooze. In fact, it becomes a nightmare for a few parents. And, it gets tougher day by day when a child becomes aware of things around him and start to grab all the unhealthy habits including eating junk food, increased screen time, over-dependence on technology etc. Therefore, as parents, you must be extra cautious of things you do and examples you set because your children are watching you and going to imitate the same things no matter how much you ask them to do otherwise. Here are a few things you need to keep in mind to ensure your child is growing happy and healthy. Also Read - Parenting in a Pandemic: Introduce Healthy Lifestyle to Your Child With These Simple Ways During COVID-19 Pandemic

A child should at least do 60 minutes of physical activity daily till the age of 17 to avoid obesity, allergies, and other health elements that are quite common these days. This is what the WHO recommends. Letting your child indulge in physical activities for more than an hour can give additional benefits. Also Read - Parenting: These Signs Are Proof, You Are Unknowingly Mom-Shaming Yourself

We understand that technology plays a significant role in the lives of students. Online classes and tests have made the use of laptops and phones necessary. But that should not become an easy excuse for your child to spend hours looking at the blue screen. It can impact his sleep cycle and eyesight. Also Read - Parenting Tips: 4 Things You Should Learn From Japanese Parents

Providing a healthy nutrition to your child can improve his cognitive capacity and memory. Include green leafy vegetables, fruits, and juices in your childs daily diet for him to be healthy and happy.

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COVID-19 pandemic: How to ensure that your child has a healthy lifestyle during the pandemic – Times of India

Posted on July 9, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

The novel coronavirus has infected close to 12 million people worldwide and resulted in more than 5 lacs 36 thousand fatalities globally. As the number continues to rise with every passing day, countries across the globe have slowly eased lockdown restrictions to prevent the economy from nosediving. While the adults are slowly beginning to step outdoors to get back to work, schools and other educational institutes are still closed shut for unforeseeable future.

As the little ones continue to stay confined between the four walls of the home, it can be a challenging task for the parents to take care of their overall wellbeing. In the absence of any fixed routine and a disrupted sense of normalcy, it is becoming increasingly difficult to ensure that the children stay healthy, both physically and mentally.

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Health Talk: Wine Lovers, COVID-19 and Lost Sense of Smell – Wine Spectator

Posted on July 9, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Dr. Michael Pourfar, an assistant professor of neurosurgery and neurology at NYU Langone Health, was used to patients reporting a loss of taste and smell. It's a symptom of Parkinson's disease, a focus of his work. But he was shocked when he suddenly experienced these symptoms himself a few months ago. Like many health-care workers, Pourfar contracted COVID-19. Loss of olfactory senses is one of the most common symptoms of the illness.

An ardent wine lover, Pourfar vividly recalled that a bottle of Williams Selyem Pinot Noir was the last wine he experienced before coronavirus took away his olfactory senses. And while scarier virus symptoms such as fever, aches and chills went away with time, the lack of taste and smell lingered. During his convalescence, Pourfar realized just how important wine was to his daily sense of well-being as one of the most comforting rituals in his daily life and one of his most reliable pleasures.

I can sympathize with Pourfar's struggles: My own normal was upended when I contracted the virus in mid-March and suffered the same loss of sense of smell and taste. The senses are returning, albeit slowly, but they are altered and distortedsomething that became especially clear to me when I tried to enjoy wine again. The following conversation with Dr. Pourfar was especially comforting because it reminded me that my walk to recovery isn't alone.

Wine Spectator: Could you give us a medical explanation as to how a virus could alter sense of smell?

Dr. Michael Pourfar: I don't think we have a full understanding yet of how specifically the virus causes anosmia [loss of sense of smell]. The nasal passages appear to be a common entry point for the virus and it's a pretty direct connection from there to the key neural connections that transmit smell to the brain. Early research suggests the virus may damage vascular support of the olfactory epithelium and bulb.

One of the first manifestations was a burning in my nose, as if it had been torched. A day later, my sense of smell was essentially wiped out. So I would postulate that the loss of smell occurs very much at the level of the nasal passages and disconnects the distal olfactory elements from the central connections in the brain, but I can't be certain. I would think the fact that it improves, in many cases, over days to weeks, would also point to a kind of local inflammatory response. But for some the loss is more long-lasting. So perhaps there is some variability in how the virus impacts olfactory function.

WS: Your sense of smell has been returning, little by little. Where is your sense of smell now? Have there been changes you believe may be long-lasting?

MP: I keep thinking my sense of smell is more or less completely back until something reminds me that that's not quite the case. Strange things like not tearing up when I cut an onion. I guess a sensory analogy many might relate to is thinking your eyesight is pretty good and then going to the optometrist and seeing something with a sharper lens and going, "Oh man, that's a lot clearer!" I think my nose could probably use one additional adjustment to get to full olfactory clarity. Maybe it will get there, maybe not. Still, I'm grateful I can once again determine when the milk is spoiled or the dinner is burning. The rest is luxury.

WS: Is it true that you can train yourself to regain these senses?

MP: I suspect my improvement was more a result of recovery than of any training, but I'd like to take some credit for moving things along with my concerted efforts at olfactory "training" (if I can ennoble sniffing with that term). I think psychologically it helped me feel like I was actively participating in my recovery.

WS: In an attempt to measure your rate of recovery you adopted the Cognac classification. V.S. meant a slight return of smell, V.S.O.P. a modest return and X.O. equaled back to normal. What gave you the idea to classify your recovery? And as a wine lover, why the choice of Cognac classification? (Mind you, this is a no-judgment zone.) You could have used wine classifications like Bordeaux or Italy .

MP: Neurologists love rating scales and love to track progression. I think it's in our DNA. So it was hardly a stretch for me to come up with my own scale. Wine was initially just too elusive. It smelled like nothing. I happened upon [smelling] Cognac. It imparted a kind of vaporous nuttiness that somehow got through my dulled senses.

As I improved, I extended my curiosity to wine and it was interesting to see how patchy the results were. I wondered whether recovery was a threshold phenomenon (e.g., the smell simply had to be strong enough) or a more smell-specific phenomenon (e.g., certain scents would return faster than others).

Though I can't claim the results to be rigorously scientific, I concluded it was a little of both: Some distinctive aromas (like New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc) registered earlier than subtler ones. But some very particular scents, not necessarily strong, also registered earlier than others, like that "lead pencil" quality of Bordeaux wines. So yes, eventually I could have created a Bordeaux rating scale, but regularly opening fine Bordeaux for the sake of scientific curiosity seemed a dicey and expensive proposition.

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WS: Since your recovery, you've started appreciating wines you'd previously not normally gravitated to, like New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs and Zinfandel. Have you discovered any others? And which wine has been the greatest rediscovery, and why?

MP: I have a pretty adventurous palate and enjoy new discoveries. But I think when you lose something, you become acutely aware of the comforts of the familiar. I'm not really looking for the next great thing so much as the last great thing right now.

That's why it was so exciting to discover, after a couple months of enophilic no-man's land, that I could again appreciate that very particular lead-pencil fragrance of a Bordeaux. Like a lot of people of my generation, I started with and then moved away from Bordeaux. So in a way, it was my most welcome rediscovery.

In general it seemed, if I could borrow an analogy from another sense, that wines with more bass notes were easier to process than wines in a higher key. More acidic flavors overwhelmed my diminished sensory state. Gamay and Pinot Noir, two of my pre-COVID favorites, just smelled and tastedto my chagrinstrangely off-key. Some wines that I found more appealing than before included fleshier wines from Ribera del Duero and Gigondas, which I always liked but found more in sync. I've returned now to some of my pre-COVID favorites but have a newfound appreciationand gratitudefor the wines that accompanied my recovery.

WS: Is there a specific bottling that you tasted as you were recovering that has become a new favorite?

MP: I think one thing this has taught me is how fragile our love of wine is. So many of us have poured so much time, energy and money into this passion and have certainly been enriched by it well beyond what's in the glass. But I've seen how it can all be so quickly undermined by the loss of smell, the loss of health or any number of factors. All those special bottles I'd been saving what exactly was I waiting for?

But then again, I'm struck by how resilient that love is even if we need to adapt to changed circumstances. Tastes change. In that light, what I've come to enjoy most is not a particular bottle but the pleasure of opening any bottle with a loved one, breathing it in and thinking, Yes, thank you.

WS: What advice would you give other COVID sufferers who are experiencing diminished taste and smell?

MP: I think it's important to acknowledge that people have lost much more than their sense of smell. They've lost their liv
es, their livelihood, loved ones. But that should not take away our ability to empathize with those who have experienced lesser losses, whether it's missing a graduation or losing one's sense of smell.

To those who have lost their sense of smell, I'd certainly convey my empathy and try to give them hope that in most cases it will return even if not to what it was before. Hopefully you will find little preserved islands of sensory pleasure that remain or emerge or maybe even awaken a new receptivity. I can certainly say that if and when it does return, wine will never taste the same. No matter what you're drinking it will taste better.

WS: Finally, as a physician, how has this affected your own journey dealing with patients with COVID?

MP: My specialty is Parkinson's and, interestingly, loss of smell is often a very early manifestation, so for years I've been asking patients about it without really appreciating the significance on a person's quality of life. It seemed that there were always too many other issues that pushed it into the backgroundtrouble walking, difficulties with speech.

Now I've come to understand how loss of smell and taste impact appetite, impact emotional well-being. We all instinctively knowwithout reading Proust or understanding neurosciencehow smell serves as a powerful gateway for memory and emotion. When that gateway is shut, even for a brief period of time, you realize what a devastating loss it is. It's certainly made me more sensitive to how integral smell and taste are to our sense of self.

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How to live longer – the simple exercise you should do everyday to avoid an early death – Express

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Prof Baldwin

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a well-rounded diet is crucial to prolonging your lifespan.

You could also boost your lifespan by doing regular exercise. Its the miracle cure weve all been waiting for, according to the NHS.

Making some small diet or lifestyle changes could help to increase your life expectancy and avoid an early death.

One of the easiest and best ways to improve your overall health, and to boost your longevity, is to walk fast every day, it's been claimed.

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"I have found exercise to be a powerful performance-enhancer on a daily basis, and now I know how to exercise to increase healthy lifespan," he wrote on his blog.

"Walk fast for an hour every day - this doesnt need to happen all at once.

"For example, if the train station is a 15-minute walk away from your house, and you do that each way, thats 30 minutes right there. Then you could pick a coffee shop that is a 15-minute walk away from your office, and make a daily visit.

"On the weekend, walk everywhere, even faraway places do your best to leave your car in the garage or driveway all weekend long."

But, if you don't have the capacity to do a full hour of exercise every day, there are alternatives.

Just 15 minutes of exercise each day could provide you with some benefits.

For every extra 15 minutes of daily activity you do each day, your risk of premature death is lowered by around four percent, scientists have claimed.

It'll also add around three extra years to your life expectancy.

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