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Can 1-3 eggs per week help protect the heart?

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A study found a link between eating one to three eggs per week and a significantly lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Natalia Mishina/Stocksy
  • A new Greek study asserts that eating one to three eggs a week can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by more than half.
  • The study described the 10-year cardiovascular effects of self-reported egg consumption.
  • The healthfulness of eggs is a controversial subject.
  • One expert told MedicalNewsToday that there are significant issues with the self-reported data on which the new study is based.

A recent study published in Nutrients explored how egg consumption affects one’s heart health, and the paper’s authors reported a striking finding.

The study suggests eating one to three eggs a week is associated with a 60% lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

In fact, the study found an even lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease, 75%, for those who

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Simple Questions To Ask Kids When They Share ‘News’ They Saw Online

Kids learn about what’s happening in the world from their peers, teachers, relatives and, of course, social media. But word-of-mouth and the internet both have their flaws when it comes to accuracy. That’s where parents come in.

“Communicating with your kids about news and current events is important because it has become incredibly challenging to navigate the fire hose of information, including the relentless news cycle, each and every day,” Michelle Lipkin, executive director of the National Association for Media Literacy Education, told HuffPost. “The lines between entertainment and news are blurred. It’s also hard to distinguish credible information from inaccurate information.”

She noted that news is often sensationalized and individual articles or clips don’t always express the true complexity of a given issue. Additionally, certain things don’t get much coverage, while other topics flood the social media sphere.

“Media literacy skills aren’t something kids will necessarily pick up on

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Are UPFs really that bad? Here’s what food experts say on the rise of ultra-processed foods

Vegans eat more ultra-processed foods than any other diet. How bad is that really for health and the environment?

Veganism has the potential to promote healthy eating as people ditch meat – but the rise of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) could barely have any positive effects.

Product launches for plant-based convenience foods tripled between 2013 and 2018. In the UK, half the population have added meat substitutes to their diets, while almost a third opt for alternative milks.

Many of these plant-based substitutes are classified as UPFs: foods that have undergone heavy processing to improve their perishability and taste. UPFs are often high in salt, sugar and saturated fat, with additional colorings, preservatives and additives.

In France, UPFs comprise 39.5 per cent of the total calorie intake in a typical vegan diet – more than for vegetarians and meat eaters.

A study in Germany discovered that although general consumption of ultra-processed

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Longevity expert Peter Attia shares the walking workout he swears by to stay healthy and prevent falls as you age

Whether it’s a morning cup of tea, a daily meditation, or a call to your closest friend, your daily habits impact your health and happiness.

While Dr. Peter Attia, author of New York Times best seller Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, said there’s no “silver bullet” to increase one’s health span and life span, there are still a variety of longevity-linked habits that may work for you to stave off age-related diseases and early mortality.

“People have so much more agency over this than they will ever believe if they don’t take the step to educate themselves on it,” Attia tells Oprah Winfrey this week for a series called The Life You Want on Oprah Daily. “A lot of people think, ‘Well, this is my lot in life’…It’s not the case at all.”

Exercise, nutrition, sleep, and managing emotional health by engaging with others and trying

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China’s economy is way more screwed than anyone thought

A Yuan bill that's burning

The end of China’s economic miracle is going to drive down stocks on Wall Street — and drive up prices for everyone.iStock; Rebecca Zisser/Insider

Entering 2023, the relentless drumbeat of Wall Street consensus was pounding out one consistent rhythm: China is back. After years of lockdowns and suppressed output, economists and investors cheered the end of Beijing’s zero-COVID policy and the economic boom that was sure to follow. The colossus-in-waiting that is the Chinese consumer was about to roam freely, analysts said. This was great news for the whole world — everyone would benefit from the globe’s second-largest economy getting healthier.

But six months into the year, Wall Street’s dreams for the country are turning into a nightmare.

Far from an economic explosion, China’s recovery from COVID has been weak. Industrial production has disappointed. Trade — both imports and exports — has markedly slowed down. There is debt everywhere,

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Can You Prevent a Whistleblower Lawsuit?

When a whistleblower suit is brought against a company or practice, there are usually many warnings that were ignored or not dealt with appropriately. Many times, wrongdoings are brought to light internally first and properly addressing concerns can prevent a lawsuit.

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Often, the employee who becomes the whistleblower tries to raise the issue internally before going outside the company.

There are also fears of retaliation by many whistleblowers. Fear of retaliation can lead an employee to report wrongdoing to an outside board or entity.

So how do you avoid a whistleblower issue?

While it’s impossible to ensure that you will never have a whistleblower suit on your hands, you can take steps to make sure your employees’ concerns are acknowledged.

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Active Lancashire Awards seek sponsorship for 2023 event at Ewood Park

Guests at the drinks reception <i>(Image: Active Lancashire)</i>

Guests at the drinks reception (Image: Active Lancashire)

An annual celebration of sporting achievements, physical activity and community activation is set to return to Ewood Park.

The Active Lancashire Awards is returning to celebrate on Friday, November 17, and is looking for event sponsors to help make the awards possible.

The event celebrates local clubs, individuals and schools who champion physical activity and its benefits to health, social inclusion and community integration.

Running for more than 20 years, the awards regularly garner immense support from local businesses who want to demonstrate their commitment to a healthier Lancashire.

The event was attended by more than 300 people and also broadcast online again after the event.

As it provides subsidized tickets to guests, the event can only be taken place with the support of sponsors.

Chief executive of Active Lancashire, Adrian Leather, said: “The Active Lancashire Awards serve as a powerful catalyst

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What You Need to Know About Licensing and Credentialing

Many of our clients have had questions or issues regarding their license or credentialing. New physicians and physicians who have been practicing for years can all encounter issues with their medical licenses. We help our clients work to get the answers and results they need.

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Depending on the issues that you may be having, there are different approaches to take in dealing with the Bureau of Professional Licensing and the Board regarding your medical license.

However, no matter what stage you are at, there are certain steps you can take to improve your interactions.

First, make sure that you have all your documents in order. When dealing with licensing, it is likely that no matter the reason, they will

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How gut microbes shape health and battle disease

In a review article published in the journal Biomedicinesscientists have provided a detailed overview of the inter-individual variation in gut microbiota and its association with diet and health.

Review: Links between Diet, Intestinal Anaerobes, Microbial Metabolites and Health. Image Credit: POLIGOONE / ShutterstockReview: Links between Diet, Intestinal Anaerobes, Microbial Metabolites and Health. Image Credit: POLIGOONE / Shutterstock

Human gut microbiota

The human gut microbiota refers to a diverse collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, archaea, and viruses. Anaerobic organisms that do not require oxygen for growth and survival make up the greatest microbial biomass in the large intestine.

Although some organisms are dominant and widespread in the healthy human gut, a considerable variation in gut microbiota composition and diversity is commonly observed between individuals. The gut microbiota produces a number of primary and secondary metabolites that play a crucial role in maintaining body homeostasis, such as short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs).

Diet is considered a significant driver in modulating gut microbiota composition and activities,

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Mama June Says Ozempic Is ‘Not For Me,’ Responds to Comments About Her Weight Gain

Mama June Shannon explains that she’s happy with her current weight and doesn’t want to use type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic for weight loss

Robin L Marshall/Getty Mama June Shannon

Robin L Marshall/Getty Mama June Shannon

Mama June Shannon was not interested in weight loss drugs.

the Mama June: Road to Redemption star, 43, spoke to DailyMail and admitted that she didn’t plan on trying Ozempic, an FDA-approved prescription medication for people with type 2 diabetes. It’s one of the brand names for semaglutide, which works in the brain to impact satiety.

Taken once a week by injection in the thigh, stomach or arm, the medication has recently been trending on social media and in Hollywood circles as some people have used it for weight loss, even though they don’t have diabetes.

“I don’t want to try Ozempic because, honestly, I’ve heard about so many bad side effects,” Shannon told the outlet.

Ania Jastreboff MD, PhD.,

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