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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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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8 Best High Protein Cereals, According to Nutritionists

According to nutrition experts, here’s what you should keep in mind when choosing the right high protein cereal for you:

Pay attention to the source of protein. Just because a label says “high protein” doesn’t mean it’s a good-for-you choice, says Levinson. “Be sure to read the ingredients list to see where the protein is coming from and what other ingredients are in the product.”

Think protein with benefits. Ideally, look for a whole food protein, like nuts, seeds, and whole grains, rather than a highly processed protein, like soy protein isolate, as the primary source of protein for an

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Lewis Hamilton Opens Vegan Restaurant, Neat Burger, In New York City

Lewis Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton

Formula One star Lewis Hamilton has opened his vegan restaurant, Neat Burger, in New York City’s Nolita neighborhood as he continues to focus on making healthy food more accessible.

Hamilton, who opened the restaurant’s first US location on April 17, has already enjoyed success with chains in the UK and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Essence reported.

Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio is among those who are raving about Hamilton’s brand.

“Disrupting our food system with sustainable alternatives is one of the key ways we can make a real difference in reducing global emissions,” DiCaprio said in a statement, according

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How I learned what healthy eating means to me

Every year, one of the most common New Year’s Resolutions is to “eat healthier”. But what does that even mean? It all depends on what your body needs for your particular goals.

There are lots of different ways to eat healthier, and it can take some time to figure out what it means to you.

For me, it started by taking a look at how my food choices affected my body.

Many people take an extreme approach; they decide to go 100% gluten-free vegan without warning, or they start eating nothing but kale, quinoa, and chia seeds. While those approaches

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If healthy eating extends our lifespan, why aren’t we forced to do it? | Science & Tech

the Journal of the American Heart Association recently published an article that estimates the benefits of complying with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendations regarding the consumption of salt. In Australia alone — where the study was conducted — reducing sodium intake by 30% over the next two years could prevent 1,700 annual premature deaths and 7,000 diagnoses of heart disease, kidney disease and stomach cancer.

Another 2021 analysis — published by the scientific journal circulation — calculated that by meeting the goals of America’s National Salt and Sugar Reduction Initiative, which calls for a 20% reduction in the consumption

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The Surprising Link Between Blood Sugar and Heart Disease, According to Cardiologists

Here’s why blood sugar levels are so important for heart health.

If prioritizing heart health is one of your wellness goals, you likely know the importance of keeping blood pressure and cholesterol levels in check. Consistent high levels of both significantly increase the risk for strokes and heart disease, the number one cause of death in the US

But there’s something else that cardiologists emphasize that it’s important to be mindful of. Like blood pressure and cholesterol, having high blood sugar levels can also negatively affect the heart in major ways. People who have a family history of cardiovascular disease

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This food is the latest viral trend to cure constipation. Does it work?

The latest health trend to take over the internet has people, well, running to the bathroom. And it’s all thanks to a fruit.

Yellow dragon fruit has been around for years, but it’s been making rounds online for its poop — aka natural laxative — properties.

The hashtag #yellowdragonfruit has racked up over 110 million views on TikTok, with users claiming it works wonders on their internal plumbing.

One user shared her experience trying yellow dragon fruit in a TikTok with over 300,000 views and a caption reading, “Yellow dragon fruit should come with a warning.”

“The minute that you

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