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The USDA defines a “food desert” as a population that is not located within 10 miles of a large food retailer. BATON ROUGE, La. — On Friday, Governor Jeff Landry vetoed legislation aimed at providing healthy food to areas where it’s hard to come by.  The Healthy Food Retail Act is nothing new, but the legislature wanted to permanently fund it. The act subsidizes retailers who want to sell healthy food in so-called “food deserts.”  The USDA defines a “food desert” as a population that is not located within 10 miles of a large food retailer. Roughly one in seven Louisianans live in a…

Snacks are perfect for a picnic and those that are branded as “grab and go” are even more appealing to those seeking simple picnic food ideas.Sausage rolls, crisps, sandwiches, alcohol, and sweet treats can all be enjoyed in moderation, but they can become problematic when they take over entire picnic spreads, according to nutritional therapist, Eve Kalinik.A renowned author, podcaster and specialist in gut health, Eve has highlighted healthier variations on the nation’s favourite picnic treats, including those afternoon tipples.Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, she said: “Whilst some of the foods and drinks typically featured in a picnic canbe gut-friendly, our hampers…

Share on PinterestAs GLP-1 drugs become more popular, Nestlé has launched a new line of frozen food items targeting people on these medications. Image Provided by NestléNestlé is launching a new frozen food brand, targeted towards people taking GLP-1 medications.Experts said that processed food cannot replace natural, whole foods. This food line can act as a supplement but should not be the only food source.Maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle is important alongside consuming these products.GLP-1 drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy have exploded in popularity with more and more people turning to these medications to help manage weight loss and diabetes.To…

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspects restaurants, bars, convenience stores, delis, grocery stores, bed and breakfasts and more. Every facility has an unannounced inspection at least twice a year. According to the department, there are two types of violations: “red critical violations” and “black violations.” Critical violations are violations that are most likely to cause a foodborne illness and make someone sick. Non-critical violations, meanwhile, might be something more along the lines of cleanliness or upkeep of the facility. According to the health department, “We try to have the establishment correct any violations on the spot. Critical…

Kate Beckinsale blasted critics telling her she’s too “thin” following her recent health scare. The actress was forced to stand up for herself after trolls flooded the comment section of an Instagram clip showing her preparations for her forthcoming 1990s-based film, “Stolen Girl.” The video showed Beckinsale donning a slew of retro-styled fits and hairstyles while goofing around in her trailer. The “Vacancy” star called out critics telling her she was too “thin” in her latest Instagram video. katebeckinsale/Instagram In the video, she flaunted her figure in a series of ’90s fits for her forthcoming film, “Stolen Girl.” katebeckinsale/Instagram Beckinsale,…

A recent study published in JAMA explores the potential benefits of a plant-based diet on gout risk. Study: Differences in plant-based diets affect gout risk. Image Credit: Ju Jae-Young / Shutterstock.com How does diet affect gout? Gout is an inflammatory condition affecting the joints that occurs in about 4% of Americans. This condition is often painful and can be disabling, in addition to increasing the risk of cardiometabolic disease, mortality, and poor mental health. Certain food products, including alcohol, red meat, fish, and sugary drinks, have been shown to increase the risk of gout. Conversely, skim dairy products, coffee, certain vegetables,…

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – As people gather and travel to celebrate Pride Month in June, health officials are reminding Oregonians about the importance of protecting themselves and their community by getting the mpox vaccine. Dean Sidelinger, M.D., M.S.Ed., health officer and state epidemiologist at the Oregon Health Authority, said the number of mpox infections in the state has dropped significantly since an outbreak in June 2022. However, the virus continues to circulate at low levels, with occasional increases in case counts. “Mpox activity has generally remained low, but by no means has this virus gone away in Oregon or other…

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, but for those in the LGBTQ community, people may be unaware of the mental health struggles they face.“I have seen firsthand in my practice that kids that, before they came to terms with their sexuality, there were a lot of suicide attempts, a lot of self-injurious behavior, a lot of depression and anxiety,” said psychologist Dr. Katherine L. Stone. Dr. Stone said a lack of support from family and a lack of resources, especially for kids, leads to this.“Kids that are in the northeast or in major cities often times…

This story was excerpted from Anne Rogers’ Royals Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. Last May, the Royals debuted a T-shirt for players with the theme, “progress over perfection” as part of Mental Health Awareness Month, hoping to raise awareness for mental health challenges that are increasing among adults and children worldwide. This year, the Royals have a new T-shirt with a new theme — and are hoping to make more of an impact in the community with it. During batting practice earlier this week at Kauffman Stadium,…

 Bill Ober, chair of the town’s veterans advisory committee. HuntingtonNow photosHarborfields students honored veterans recently at a jazz cabaret night.  The cabaret performance included vintage standards by Harborfields High School’s vocal ensemble.On Sunday, Bill Ober, chairman of the Huntington veterans advisory committee pointed out the district’s salute to veterans during a service at Town Hall.Elwood Health and WellnessElwood students and families came out in force to support the district’s annualHealth and Wellness Community Day earlier this month. This year’s program included a noncompetitive wellness walk; a Unified soccer scrimmage game; CrossFit training; dodgeball and Chicken Knockout contests; face painting; inflatable…