August 2022 - Page 2 of 4 - Health & Fitness

No calories does not mean no health effects

August 22, 2022

Packets of artificial sweeteners and sugars, and salt shakers lined up inside containers on a cart — Alternatives to sugar may not be as harmless as widely believed. Marie LaFauci/Getty Images

Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of artificial sweeteners such as aspartame, saccharin, stevia, and sucralose on the human metabolism and the gut microbiome.
They found that these non-nutritive sweeteners can induce individual and specific changes in glycemic response via modifying the gut microbiome.
This challenges discovery the popular notion that sugar substitutes have no effect on the human body, and highlights the need for further clinical studies.

After eating foods that contain carbohydrates, blood glucose (blood sugar) levels rise as we digest the food. This post-meal spike in blood glucose levels is known as the glycemic response.

Non-nutritive sweeteners (NNSs), such as aspartame, saccharin, stevia, and sucralose, contain minimal or no carbohydrates and therefore were presumed by scientists not to trigger a glycemic response. This belief that NNSs

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New Native-run health clinic opens in Pioneer Square

August 21, 2022

Health

A new Native-run health clinic opened in Seattle’s Pioneer Square on Thursday afternoon, integrating traditional Indian healing practices with full medical, pharmacy, behavioral health and substance use treatment services.

The 3,000-square-foot clinic at 124 Second Ave. S., nestled near the corner of Yesler Way, adds to the options available for culturally competent health care, after years of work by the Seattle Indian Health Board, Chief Seattle Club and a number of community partners and city and state elected officials. Clinic leaders hope the space invites both Native and non-Native patients, they said Thursday.

“Our community has been so disenfranchised by administrative services for way too long,” Derrick Belgarde, executive director of Chief Seattle Club, said at the grand opening. “We know it takes a culturally responsive approach to meet the needs of our people and our community. … Native people empower to serve Native people. We know what works for

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Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s office dismisses rumors of health concerns

August 17, 2022

Health

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s office has released new photos of her after dismissing rumors that Ivey was having health issues. The four photos show the 77-year-old Ivey with South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem at the airport in Montgomery on Friday. Ivey was last seen in public on Aug. 2. She was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2019, but she said the cancer appeared to be gone the following year after treatments. On Thursday, Ivey’s office said she remained “healthy and cancer-free” as it knocked down rumors that she was having medical problems. Still, the governor’s office didn’t respond to questions asking about Ivey’s upcoming schedule or her recent whereabouts, including whether she’d been in the hospital.

MONTGOMERY, Ala. —

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s office has released new photos of her after dismissing rumors that Ivey was having health issues.

The four photos show the 77-year-old Ivey with South Dakota Gov.

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Vaani Kapoors Yummy Breakfast Shows A Perfect Combination Of Taste And Health

August 16, 2022

Health

Vaani Kapoor is quite expressive about her inclination for food. She often shares her gastronomic adventures on social media and makes us hungry. Today, when most of us are busy deciding on our weekend cheat meals, Vaani seems to be in a different mood. She kickstarted her Saturday on a healthy note. The actress has dropped a picture of her healthy breakfast and left us drooling. Staying true to her eating habits, Vaani relished a sumptuous preparation of oats. Her Instagram Stories featured the wholesome dish garnished with sliced strawberries and blueberries. We could also spot chunks of sesame seeds candy and some edible flower petals on top.

(Also Read: Vaani Kapoor Shares Her Favorite Cheat Meal, And We Bet You’ll Relate)

Take a look:

If you think Vaani Kapoor’s latest foodie trail inspired you to add some healthy food to your diet, we have shared five oats recipes below.

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‘Positive change’ in Wisconsin’s approach to mental health best legacy to honor Sarah Shulze, family says | College sports

August 15, 2022

Health

Jim Polzin | Wisconsin State Journal

The University of Wisconsin athletic department over the past half-year has significantly bulked up its resources to support athletes struggling with mental health and is making efforts to give others — teammates, coaches, support staff, etc. — the tools they need to help those in need.

New UW deputy athletic director Marcus Sedberry said mental health was talked about often during his interviews with athletic director Chris McIntosh, who’s made it clear the topic is high on his priority list.

UW was helpful in providing information about its efforts surrounding mental health, but one lingering issue left me uncomfortable: It was impossible to write this piece without mentioning the Sarah Shulze tragedy.

Shulze, a member of the women’s cross country and track and field team, died by suicide in mid-April, a tragedy that raised the urgency inside the department to make sure athletes have

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