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An apple a day keeps the discord away

Several 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

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Is sourdough bread healthy? A top dietician delivers her verdict

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering: ‘is sourdough healthy?’ you’re definitely not alone.

No longer just confined to hipster breakfast spots, sourdough bread is firmly integrated into cafes, restaurant menus, and supermarket shelves across the country.

Whether you’re a brunch enthusiast, a coffee shop fiend or just someone who likes to jazz up your morning toast every now and again, at some point, you’ve probably opted for sourdough bread.

With a distinctive chewiness and taste, and the opportunity to add on a wide range of fun and fresh toppings (we can’t say no to a thick spreading of mashed avocado…)

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Estero veterinarian on which food will keep your dog healthy

WINK News looks at the rise in dog food designed to keep our fur babies happy and healthy.

Winston is an 8-month-old Merle French bulldog with a drool-worthy multi-colored coat. His doctor says he’s the picture of health: “He’s not too overweight, not too thin. His hair coat is really nice and shiny.”

Owner Shelby Welbes pays a premium to keep Winston in tip-top shape, beginning with carefully curated cuisine. She pawed around and picked up a Florida-based pet food that offered customized meal plans.

“Rather than making my own food for him, I just thought it was very convenient

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Michelle Obama Launches Healthy Food Company PLEZi Nutrition

Michelle Obama is still on a mission to tackle child obesity and nutrition in this country. NBC News reports that the first lady is now the co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, a company that will make and sell healthier food and drinks for kids.

The products are designed to be less detrimental to children’s long-term health due to the low sugar and higher nutrient content. “I’m proud to announce the national launch of a company designed not only to provide better products, but to jump-start what I hope will be a race to the top that will transform the entire food

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Michelle Obama’s PLEZi drinks for kids still have sugar

Former US first lady Michelle Obama is a longtime children’s nutrition and health advocate. Let’s Move!, her program to help America’s notoriously unhealthy kids eat better and exercise more, was her signature initiative while in office. Obama dedicated much time and energy to exercising with children (including through a custom Beyoncé videos!), planting vegetables at the White House to inform families around the country about healthier meal choices, and lobbying to expand access to fruit and vegetables.

Now she’s turning her passion into a business. “If you want to

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Michelle Obama launches a healthy food and beverage company for kids



CNN

Former first lady Michelle Obama announced Wednesday the launch of a healthy food and beverage company she co-founded to offer parents “healthier, great-tasting products” for their children.

“I’ve learned that on this issue, if you want to change the game, you can’t just work from the outside. You’ve got to get inside—you’ve got to find ways to change the food and beverage industry itself,” Obama said in a speech at The Wall Street Journal’s Future of Everything Festival. “I’m proud to announce the national launch of a company designed not only to provide better products, but to jumpstart

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Young Thug Files Fourth Motion To Be Released On Bond

Young Thug’s the legal team has asked the court to grant him bond for the fourth time. His attorney Brian Steel says his client is “languishing in the County Jail,” according to a recently-filed motion.

In the motion, filed on April 24 and obtained by 11AliveSteel says Thugger cannot stay healthy and notes that his client has limited healthy food options.

Attorney: Young Thug Can’t Eat Healthy Food And Gets Little Fresh Air Or Sunlight

He claims the rapper relies on food with “zero health benefits,” like chocolate and chips.

In addition, he says the rapper has had little

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Beacon of Hope to move into new home

Beacon of Hope Executive Director Jessi Koontz and board Chair Bob Clifford sort through the nonprofit organization's fresh produce.

Beacon of Hope Executive Director Jessi Koontz and board Chair Bob Clifford sort through the nonprofit organization’s fresh produce.

MARSHALL – Beacon of Hope’s search for a new home is over.

The nonprofit organization offering food and emergency assistance to low income families and individuals in Madison County and surrounding counties has been operating at its location next to Cavalry Worship Center Church of God in Marshall, but Beacon is under contract to move into a new location, 5111 US 25-70, in the old Bee Fit gym and Mattress by Appointment building.

The 4,800-square-feet space will allow the crucial community

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