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Comment on this storyCommentsYou’re reading the Today’s Opinions newsletter. Sign up to get it in your inbox.An apple a day keeps the discord awaySeveral years ago, when Gwyneth Paltrow tried to show how people on low incomes can still eat healthily, she was roasted online for posting a $29 grocery haul that includes scallions, cilantro, seven limes and two types of leafy greens.Now, now — let us not re-ridicule Ms. Paltrow for dreaming big. This is not a problem with her. This is a problem with the system.the Editorial Board writes that healthy eating is…

Mangos are easy to find in most supermarkets today. Aside from the fresh produce section, you’ll spot them in bags of frozen fruit, trail mixes and salsas. Many people enjoy mangoes, but are they healthy?Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. policyRegistered dietitian Carly Sedlacek, RD, LD, explains the standout health benefits of this sweet fruit. Are mangoes good for you? Mangoes are high in vitamins, minerals and fiber. They pack a lot of nutrition into a low number of…

A low-carb, high-fat “keto-like” diet may be linked to higher levels of “bad” cholesterol and double the risk of cardiovascular events such as blocked arteries, heart attacks and strokes, according to new research. “Our study found that regular consumption of a self-reported diet, low in carbohydrates and high in fat was associated with increased levels of LDL cholesterol — or “bad” cholesterol — and a higher risk of heart disease,” lead study author Dr. . Iulia Iatan with the Healthy Heart Program Prevention Clinic, St. Paul’s Hospital and University of British Columbia’s Center for Heart Lung Innovation in Vancouver said…

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day with their loved ones, friends, and outdoor cookouts, ensuring food safety is paramount in safeguarding everyone against food-borne illnesses. This Fourth of July, it is important to remember proper food handling practices. Traditionally, the Fourth of July involves outdoor gatherings with classic dishes like hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled meats, and fresh fruits. To guarantee the safety of these delectable treats, special attention needs to be paid to the significance of cleanliness and adherence to recommended guidelines.First and foremost, washing hands before and after handling raw meat, poultry or seafood is crucial in…

A new study finds that a common artificial sweetener can damage your DNA. The zero-calorie sweetener in question is sucralose, sold under the brand name Splenda. It is about 600 times sweeter than table sugar. The study found that sucralose may lead to a leaky gut lining, and increase the activity of genes related to inflammation and cancer.A study from researchers at North Carolina State University suggests that a chemical formed from one artificial sweetener might also damage our DNA. The zero-calorie sweetener in question is sucralose, which is about 600 times sweeter than table sugar, The World Health…

A new Canadian study finds sport has a remarkable impact on mental health, particularly among girls. For an all-female hockey association in Sydney, enrollment has been steadily increasing since they dropped the puck in their inaugural year in the fall of 2018. “I’m not sure what the magic of it is, but we’ve grown from about three local girls’ hockey teams in 2014, 2015, to ’23,” said Christina Lamey, Female Blizzard Association president. The association will soon be the first in Canada to have their own arena dedicated to female hockey teams when renovations to the CBU Canada Games complex…

Over a 162-game MLB season, it’s only natural that various maladies pop up across the league. For some players, injuries are no more than a brief setback, but for others, they can derail an entire season or more.With that in mind, here’s a look at 8 players who dealt with an injury-marred 2022 but are healthy and thriving again so far this year.All stats are through Tuesday’s games.From 2019-21, Lowe looked like one of the best second basemen in baseball, posting a 138 OPS+ and 9.5 WAR (per FanGraphs) en route to an All-Star nod and two…

Exercise, in whatever form, and for however long, it just makes life feel better. I feel it myself after a walk up Arthur’s Seat here in Edinburgh, a jog around the Meadows, or a sweaty hot yoga session in Leith. The physical benefits of movement such as lowered blood pressure, reduced risk of diabetes and cancer, and healthy aging, are well-known, and we’re beginning to understand more about the mental health benefits as well. One of the most interesting health research projects of the past decade or so has looked at how exactly exercise makes us feel good. Research shows…