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Research has consistently found that mindfulness meditation is effective for supporting mental health. It can reduce stress, increase compassion, and even combat symptoms of anxiety and depression. Suppose you don’t have time for a traditional meditation class. In that case, you may want to try mindfulness apps—downloadable tools that offer guided meditations, breathing exercises, and other techniques for practicing mindfulness at home. While mindfulness apps can be a valuable resource, research suggests they shouldn’t be seen as a solution to all mental health problems. We’ll discuss mindfulness apps, including their effectiveness, benefits, and limitations. We’ll also dive into the importance…

Pet owners have a lot of responsibilities – you’ve got to bathe, walk and feed them and, of course, shower them with plenty of love.When it comes to food, a nutritional, balanced diet is best but sometimes your dog has an idea of their own. They may forego their kibble dinner for fallen scraps, their own poop or even grass. Not all human foods and outdoor plants are safe for dogs to eat, so it’s important to keep an eye on their snacking tendencies.Should you be concerned if you catch your furry friend munching on grass?Why do dogs eat grass?Eating…

The updated Global Report on Food Crises reveals that nearly two million people are now grappling with the most critical level of food insecurity, classified as Phase 5 on the global IPC scale, which tracks acute hunger.This level represents an “extreme lack of food and exhaustion of coping capacities,” with a sharply increased risk of acute malnutrition and death.“As well as causing widespread acute malnutrition and death in the short term, it has major human, social and economic impacts in the long term,” the report noted.The report also found that acute malnutrition among children and women in crisis-affected countries remained…

Name a common condition — heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, cancer, dementia, irritable bowel syndrome — and chances are good that following a diet high in ultraprocessed foods has been linked to it.But the ultraprocessed food category is large and wide-ranging. It makes up an estimated 73 percent of the U.S. food supply, and contains stereotypically “unhealthy” products like sodas, candies and hot dogs as well as seemingly “healthy” ones like whole grain breads, breakfast cereals, flavored yogurts and plant milks.It’s a “hodgepodge of foods,” some of which are likely more harmful than others, said Josiemer Mattei, an associate professor…

Locating fresh, locally sourced food throughout the city of Cork in Ireland, has become easier using a digital platform which encourages residents to make informed, healthy food choices that support the local economy. To promote healthy food environments, the Cork Food Map provides real-time updates and detailed information, as well as examining the types of food marketing near schools. One of the targets related to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3.4 (to reduce premature mortality from noncommunicable diseases by a third by 2030) is to halt the rise in obesity. Food environments play an important role in influencing the food that…

Food sensitivities—or intolerances—affect up to 20 percent of the population. You can develop food intolerances at any point in your life, so if you have noticed that lately, your stomach is upset every time you eat a steak or share a cheese plate—foods that are among the top 10 causes of sensitivities—an at-home test may be a useful first step in confirming the cause of your discomfort. At-home tests can be a convenient way to assess potential food sensitivities without the expense and hassle of seeing a specialist. However, not all at-home food sensitivity tests are created equal. Some home…

The anonymous 25-question survey, which is open until the end of the year, takes less than 10 minutes to take, according to Go Green leaders.The appraisal of the Hamilton food system will look at four key areas: nutrition and food security, economic well-being, territorial equity, and environmental protection.The survey is the first phase of the project, which is in English and Spanish, and Gambrell said no personal information is asked. However, they do ask which of the city’s 17 neighborhoods they reside and basic demographic information, like household income.“The meat and bones of the survey is focused on whether or…

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA private eating disorder practice has been praised for making people feel comfortable to discuss their issues, following the introduction of a new helpline service to tackle a rise in need.The fully qualified nurse practitioner, with 43 years of experience, first worked at St Andrew’s Healthcare and has built on her knowledge ever since.Sue currently sees patients for batches of short or long-term eating disorder treatment and although she runs a private practice, she remains passionate about being accessible in the current economic climate.Sue Wilson is…

Public health officials in Southern Nevada are alerting the public about illegal sales of unpasteurized, raw milk. The Southern Nevada Health District posted the alert on Sept. 4 after discovering raw milk on store shelves. “The sale of raw milk, and its products, is illegal in Clark County due to serious health concerns. SNHD advises residents to only consume pasteurized milk, which is treated to eliminate germs that can cause severe illness,” according to the alert posted by the health district. “Raw milk can be contaminated with bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, brucella and Campylobacter, all of which can…

I’ve always been health conscious – ever since 2010, when I was suffering with a chronic health condition, I’ve avoided unnecessary chemicals and additives. But I’ll admit that since becoming a parent, my dedication to being conscious about ingredients has dropped. This is something I harbour secret guilt about – I know better, and now I’m caring for a child it’s more important than ever, but sometimes parent exhaustion just wins. So when I learned about Yuka, a new app that promises to decipher ingredients and help you make healthier food choices, I was intrigued.By hovering your camera over any…