Rookie Attorney Gets Schooled in Satirical Thriller, Filthy Rich Lawyers
New York City, October 3, 2022 ― What could be more entertaining than watching hedonistic lawyers fall flat on their faces? In Filthy Rich Lawyers, Book One:The Education of Ryan Coleman, author and attorney Brian Felgoise and co-author David Tabatsky weave a satirical legal thriller filled with scenarios loosely based on real-world interactions Felgoise had with lawyers, judges and plaintiffs, with one new key ingredient: guilty pleasure at the expense of unscrupulous, filthy rich attorneys.
“I laughed out loud at the salty wise cracks on most every page,” said Matt Flynn, author ofMilwaukee Jihad. “But underneath the lightning paced humor is a serious message about corruption in class action litigation. Filthy Rich Lawyers is a hilarious satire about a very real problem.”
The story begins in a Texas courtroom, where naïve young attorney Ryan Coleman is chasing his share of a class-action lawsuit involving a multi-national defense contractor. After getting reprimanded by the judge for speaking out of turn, Coleman meets Robert Smalley, a brilliant attorney and borderline criminal who boasts that, “I have the greatest practice of law in the world because I have no clients.”
Included in the cast of colorful characters is Eugenia “Gene” Cauley, a female shark in the male-dominated legal world whose life spirals tragically out of control, and Randy Hollis, an insanely successful lawyer turned multi-billionaire, who is pursuing his ultimate American dream: buying a professional football team. Coleman becomes Hollis’ “errand boy,” but as Hollis is investigated by journalists, law associations and government agents, Coleman must decide if he wants to remain in this sordid circle.
Federal prosecutor Patrick Coyle wants to take Hollis down because of an old grudge. He aligns with Dick Dickey, former Secretary of Defense and CEO of a military contractor, to ruin Hollis and Coleman. When an escort mysteriously dies in Hollis’ penthouse, Coleman becomes an unwitting accomplice and must choose between protecting his boss and saving his marriage, or telling the truth and risk going to prison.
Filthy Rich Lawyers reveals the surprising ways in which our system of class-action law enables (mostly) men to get ridiculously wealthy and behave like sophomoric frat boys.
“How they use their money and power will shock, amuse and entertain readers,” Felgoise said. “As media billionaire Mortimer Zuckerman once said, referring to some lawyer’s self-indulgence and unbridled hubris, ‘Practicing law is the exact opposite of sex. Even when it’s good, it’s bad.’”
Felgoise and Tabatsky have just completed Filthy Rich Lawyers, Book Two:In Due Time, where Coleman becomes Hollis’ prodigal son and must navigate his new life as a billionaire rainmaker as he grapples with one moral dilemma after another.
About the Authors
Brian M. Felgoise, Esq.,is a graduate of Temple University Law School and has been practicing class-action law for more than 25 years, including cases where billions of dollars have been recovered for class members who lost a significant amount of money.
David Tabatsky has authored, co-authored and edited many novels, including The Boy Behind the Door, Friends Like These, The Marijuana Project, The Battle of Zig Zag Pass and Drunk Log. His memoir, American Misfit, was published in 2017. Tabatsky was consulting editor for Marlo Thomas and her New York Times bestseller, The Right Words at the Right Time, Volume 2. To learn more, please visit: www.tabatsky.com.
Bruce Power to explore production of cancer-fighting medical isotope yttrium-90 for global distribution
Tiverton, Ontario, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bruce Power announced today that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Boston Scientific to explore the feasibility of producing cancer-fighting yttrium-90 (Y-90) in its reactors.
The company, already a leading producer of cobalt-60, which is used to sterilize approximately 40 per cent of the world’s single-use medical devices, is exploring expansion of its production of cancer-fighting medical isotopes.
“The growing global demand for medical isotopes is our opportunity to cement Ontario’s leadership in this innovative space. I’m proud of our progress and excited for the future. Medical isotopes save lives and Ontario is primed to become an isotope superpower,” said Ontario’s Energy Minister Todd Smith.
Production of Yttrium-90
TheraSphere™ Y-90 Glass Microspheres, manufactured by Boston Scientific, are a targeted liver cancer therapy consisting of millions of microscopic, irradiated Y-90 glass microspheres used to treat hepatic malignancies. Through this collaboration, Bruce Power will play a critical role in ensuring Boston Scientific customers and their patients have dependable access to a reliable, made-in-Canada supply of TheraSphere devices, which are currently distributed to 30 countries.
“Each year, liver cancer is diagnosed in more than 800,000 people globally, and for those treated with TheraSphere, timely production and distribution of each device is critical,” said Peter Pattison, President, Interventional Oncology & Embolization, Peripheral Interventions, Boston Scientific. “We are pleased to have the support of Bruce Power to expand our network of reliable supply chain channels, which enables us to continue to help more patients around the world in their fight against liver cancer through precise and effective Y-90 therapy.”
Production of Lutetium-177
Additionally, Bruce Power will soon become the first nuclear power reactor operator to commercially produce lutetium-177 through an innovative Isotope Production System (IPS). The IPS, designed and manufactured by Isogen (a partnership between Kinectrics and Framatome), was recently installed in Bruce Power’s Unit 7 during a planned maintenance outage. The IPS is a first-of-its-kind solution to produce short-lived medical isotopes in a commercial reactor and will provide unprecedented capacity, redundancy and scale for medical isotope production. Isogen will also work with Bruce Power and Boston Scientific on the feasibility of yttrium-90 production using the IPS.
“The installation of our Isotope Production System to produce luteitum-177 is a huge milestone, and it is equally as exciting to continue to look for new ways to use our reliable irradiation capability and further expand our production of cancer-fighting medical isotopes at Bruce Power,” said Peter McDermid, Bruce Power Director of Isotopes and Site Energy Develop, Business Development & Energy Innovation.
Partnership with the Saugeen Ojibway Nation
In support of the global fight against cancer, the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) and Bruce Power will continue to collaborate to market new isotopes and create new economic opportunities within the SON territory by establishing new isotope infrastructure. As Chief Veronica Smith of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation has pointed out, the Partnership will provide an essential source of much-needed medical isotopes for cancer patients in our communities, across Canada and around the world.
“Our Community embraces these technologies and our partnerships that produce medical isotopes to help battle cancer around the world,” said Chief Conrad Ritchie of Saugeen First Nation.
About Bruce Power Bruce Power is an electricity company based in Bruce County, Ontario. We are powered by our people. Our 4,200 employees are the foundation of our accomplishments and are proud of the role they play in safely delivering clean, reliable, low-cost nuclear power to families and businesses across the province and life-saving medical isotopes around the world. Bruce Power has worked hard to build strong roots in Ontario and is committed to protecting the environment and supporting the communities in which we live. Formed in 2001, Bruce Power is a Canadian-owned partnership of TC Energy, OMERS, the Power Workers’ Union and The Society of United Professionals. Learn more at www.brucepower.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
Tryp Therapeutics Announces Publication of International PCT Patent Application for the Intravenous Administration of Psilocin and Psilocybin
Enables Potentially Scalable Model For The Broad Roll-Out of Psychedelic Treatments
Company Will Host Investor Update Tuesday, October 4th
KELOWNA, British Columbia, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tryp Therapeutics, Inc. (CSE: TRYP) (OTCQB: TRYPF) ("Tryp" or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing psilocybin-based compounds for diseases with unmet medical needs, today announced that the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) published their international patent application (PCT/IB2022/052347) covering the intravenous administration of psilocybin and psilocin. The PCT application, titled “Improved Methods For The Use of Psychedelics” expands and strengthens the IP related to the Company’s development of TRP-8803, an IV formulation of psilocin, which will be administered in conjunction with psychotherapy.
The patent application includes a unique and proprietary formulation and delivery system to enhance the positive effects of psilocybin and in particular psilocin, while markedly reducing the limitations of psilocybin dosed through other routes of administration, including oral, nasal and sublingual. Oral administration, while convenient, has several limitations and challenges that TRP-8803 can address, including:
Controlling time to onset of psychedelic experience
Oral administration of psilocybin can take 1 to 2 hours to induce the psychedelic state; IV infusion can reduce this time period to within 30 minutes.
Managing the duration of the psychedelic experience
With oral administration the psychedelic state, once started, can last 6-8 hours, a significant burden to the patient and the two psychotherapists; IV administration allows the practitioner to manage the duration of the psychedelic state and potentially shortens the overall duration to 1-2 hours.
Achieving clinically validated blood levels of psilocin
When orally administered, psilocybin’s bioavailability can be reduced due to first pass metabolism in the liver. Psilocybin is a pro-drug which needs to be converted to psilocin, the active molecule that crosses the blood brain barrier and induces the psychedelic state. These factors contribute to variable blood levels of psilocin, which can be either too low or too high. High blood levels are associated with side effects, while low blood levels of psilocin can reduce efficacy; IV administration enables more precise dosing which achieves optimal blood levels of psilocin, thereby improving the likelihood of achieving clinical endpoints and efficacy while preserving safety.
Customizing the psychedelic experience
IV administration provides more control over the experience, allowing the attending psychotherapist to increase or decrease both the strength and duration of the psychedelic experience. Conversely, should the patient experience a side effect, the clinician can terminate administration of the drug, an option not available with oral administration.
With these advantages, particularly TRP-8803’s ability to reduce the time spent with medical professionals in a clinical setting, the Company believes there is a clear path to scaling broader commercial acceptance and use of TRP-8803 in conjunction with psychotherapy. Orally administered psychedelics have been widely introduced for use in treating depression, PTSD, OCD and other conditions, including by Tryp Therapeutics and its TRP-8802 programs. The Company plans to leverage its current clinical studies using TRP-8802 for the treatment of binge eating disorders and chronic pain to improve the likelihood of success for TRP-8803, with the additional goal of providing value to indications beyond those that Tryp is currently pursuing.
Jim Gilligan, Chief Executive Officer of Tryp Therapeutics, commented, “The oral administration of psilocybin has yielded valuable progress in the combined use of psychedelics and psychotherapy but oral therapies also have acknowledged limitations. We are excited to introduce the unique and proprietary IV administration of TRP-8803, which we believe can change the landscape for psilocybin-based therapies.”
“In addition to providing the clinician with greater control over the psychedelic experience, from initiating the psychedelic experience, to achieving targeted blood levels, to a controlled duration of the experience, TRP-8803 also enables a shorter overall clinical session. Our ability to reduce the in-clinic experience from 8 hours to approximately 2 hours, is not only appealing to patients, we also expect it to create a more scalable model for the broad and efficient roll out of psychedelic treatment, not just for the indications we’re focused on but other indications as well. We remain focused on expanding our patent portfolio as we continue to develop novel, scalable, psychedelic and psychotherapy treatments for broader indications and with the publication of the PCT we look forward to discussing the merits of TRP-8803 with collaborators and investors.”
Robin Carhart-Harris, Ph.D., Chairman of Tryp Therapeutics’ scientific advisory board, commented, "By allowing rapid initiation and termination of the psychedelic experience, as well as providing highly-refined control over the depth and duration of that experience, I believe TRP-8803 has a very strong potential to shift the treatment paradigm for fibromyalgia and binge eating disorder, as well as certain types of depression, pain and obsessive-compulsive disorders."
Conference Call Information
The Company will host a conference call tomorrow, Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss TRP-8803.
Investor may use this link to access the live webcast.
To participate in the call by phone, dial (888) 506-0062 approximately five minutes prior to the scheduled start time. International callers please dial (973) 528-0011. Callers should use access code: 474888.
A replay of the teleconference will be available until October 18, 2022 and may be accessed by dialing (877) 481-4010. International callers may dial (919) 882-2331. Callers should use conference ID: 46661.
About Tryp Therapeutics Tryp Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing psilocybin-related molecules, including TRP-8803, for the treatment of diseases with unmet medical needs through accelerated regulatory pathways. Tryp's Psilocybin-For-Neuropsychiatric Disorders (PFN™) program is focused on the development of synthetic psilocybin-related molecules as a new class of drug for the treatment of binge eating, chronic pain, and other indications. The Company has begun enrolling patients in its Phase II trial for the treatment of binge eating disorder at the University of Florida and recently announced an upcoming Phase IIa clinical trial with the University of Michigan to evaluate TRP-8802 for fibromyalgia. TRP-8803 is a proprietary psilocybin-based product that uses a novel formulation and route of administration to potentially improve efficacy, safety and the patient experience. For more information, please visit www.tryptherapeutics.com.
Forward-Looking Information
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Forward-looking information is necessarily based on a number of opinions, assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by Tryp as of the date of this news release, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to the factors described in greater detail in the "Risk Factors'' section of Tryp's final prospectus available at www.sedar.com. These factors are not intended to represent a complete list of the factors that could affect Tryp; however, these factors should be considered carefully. There can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and Tryp expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements containing any forward-looking information, or the factors or assumptions underlying them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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How Large, Legacy Companies Can Win at the Innovation Game
Denver, Colorado, October 3, 2022 — Big companies have traditionally dominated innovation. But today, according to recent data, entrepreneurs have pulled ahead and taken over most of the growth in consumer-packaged goods. However, using nimble strategies and a hands-on approach, Fortune 500 companies can make and test ideas faster, reduce risk and launch bold new products, say innovation experts Jonathan Tofel and Carolina Sasson.
In their new book, Fire in the Machine: Driving Entrepreneurial Innovation in Large CPG Organizations, Tofel and Sasson share insights on innovation gained from decades spent working with Fortune 500 companies such as Clorox, PepsiCo and Kellogg's. They reveal the strategies that have helped their CPG clients harness the startup mindset with big business systems to unleash the best of both worlds.
"Innovators in large companies know that when it comes to creating and delivering products consumers love, size is on their side," Tofel said. "The power of a Fortune 500 company allows it to leverage its resources to grow by developing new products that greatly enhance consumers' lives."
But big-company strength alone won't cut it when it comes to innovation, explains Sasson.
"The sweet spot lies between large company capability and the entrepreneurial ethos underscoring successful startups," she said. "This mix is the key to unlocking exponential growth and inspired innovation."
Fire in the Machine offers an insightful journey into the challenges that all great innovators in large corporations face and shows leaders in these companies how to leverage new approaches and realize the growth possible when entrepreneurial innovation is in the driver's seat.
About the Authors
For more than two decades, Jonathan Tofel, CEO of Mission Field, has been a consumer goods package entrepreneur at the forefront of innovation in Fortune 500 CPG companies. He has worked with clients in the United States, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia to develop thousands of unique product ideas. His clients have included a who’s who of CPGs, including PepsiCo Inc. (Frito-Lay, Quaker), Heineken, General Mills, Tropicana Brands Group and Kellogg’s.
As COO of Mission Field, Carolina Sasson helps Fortune 500 CPG clients kickstart their internal innovation processes from ideation and strategy design to prototype development and real-life battle testing — all with the entrepreneurial speed that often eludes large corporations. She has worked with some of the leading CPG companies in the world, including Clorox, Kraft-Heinz, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Danone and Ocean Spray.
Mission Field is a global innovation, strategy and insights consultancy that has been on the Inc. 5000 list, twice made the Financial Times The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies and was designated a "Fast 50" high-growth company by the Denver Business Journal.
How Large, Legacy Companies Can Win at the Innovation Game
Denver, Colorado, October 3, 2022 — Big companies have traditionally dominated innovation. But today, according to recent data, entrepreneurs have pulled ahead and taken over most of the growth in consumer-packaged goods. However, using nimble strategies and a hands-on approach, Fortune 500 companies can make and test ideas faster, reduce risk and launch bold new products, say innovation experts Jonathan Tofel and Carolina Sasson.
In their new book, Fire in the Machine: Driving Entrepreneurial Innovation in Large CPG Organizations, Tofel and Sasson share insights on innovation gained from decades spent working with Fortune 500 companies such as Clorox, PepsiCo and Kellogg's. They reveal the strategies that have helped their CPG clients harness the startup mindset with big business systems to unleash the best of both worlds.
"Innovators in large companies know that when it comes to creating and delivering products consumers love, size is on their side," Tofel said. "The power of a Fortune 500 company allows it to leverage its resources to grow by developing new products that greatly enhance consumers' lives."
But big-company strength alone won't cut it when it comes to innovation, explains Sasson.
"The sweet spot lies between large company capability and the entrepreneurial ethos underscoring successful startups," she said. "This mix is the key to unlocking exponential growth and inspired innovation."
Fire in the Machine offers an insightful journey into the challenges that all great innovators in large corporations face and shows leaders in these companies how to leverage new approaches and realize the growth possible when entrepreneurial innovation is in the driver's seat.
About the Authors
For more than two decades, Jonathan Tofel, CEO of Mission Field, has been a consumer goods package entrepreneur at the forefront of innovation in Fortune 500 CPG companies. He has worked with clients in the United States, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia to develop thousands of unique product ideas. His clients have included a who’s who of CPGs, including PepsiCo Inc. (Frito-Lay, Quaker), Heineken, General Mills, Tropicana Brands Group and Kellogg’s.
As COO of Mission Field, Carolina Sasson helps Fortune 500 CPG clients kickstart their internal innovation processes from ideation and strategy design to prototype development and real-life battle testing — all with the entrepreneurial speed that often eludes large corporations. She has worked with some of the leading CPG companies in the world, including Clorox, Kraft-Heinz, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Danone and Ocean Spray.
Mission Field is a global innovation, strategy and insights consultancy that has been on the Inc. 5000 list, twice made the Financial Times The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies and was designated a "Fast 50" high-growth company by the Denver Business Journal.
Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged and excessive stress. Burnout is prevalent and can result from overly demanding expectations, lack of control, lack of social support, taking on more than one can handle at work, school, or interpersonally with family and friends, or poor self-care, among other causes. Burnout can affect the quality of life and well-being in various negative ways.
We turned to Haley Perlus, Sport and Performance Psychology Ph.D. to discuss ways to overcome burnout.
Here Are Tips On How To Overcome Burnout:
How to overcome/prevent burnout at your job
To overcome/prevent burnout at your job, first, identify what you can change. For example, learning how to say no at work when you are working on multiple tasks simultaneously can help lessen stress and frustration. Evaluating your commitments, setting boundaries, and learning when to turn down requests will help you get the rest you need to give yourself and others your best. Setting personal and professional boundaries is essential to bounce back from burnout because if you feel taken advantage of or disempowered by your relationships, your self-esteem is impacted. Low self esteem affects stress levels, health, and personal relationships. Clear communication is key in setting boundaries that empower yourself, give you more control, reduce stress, and put you on the road to better well-being.
How to overcome/prevent burnout as a parent
Recovery can take two forms. One form is practicing stillness. Stillness techniques include, but are not limited to, meditation, deep breathing, sleep (including naps), and simple, quiet time. Even just one minute of quality deep breathing can renew emotional energy. Variety is the second form of recovery that can treat and prevent burnout. Variety essentially offers you an opportunity to recover from one task while engaging in another task that requires a different type of energy. For example, physical activity provides positive stress for your body while creating wonderful recovery for your emotions and mind. Stepping away from your computer for 10 minutes and folding laundry while listening to calming, peaceful, and happy music can provide mental recovery. If you take advantage of it, your mind will escape from the computer and the music will help with emotional recovery (as long as you don’t focus on the pressure of getting chores down and, instead, enjoy crossing laundry off the list while enjoying your favorite music). No matter what recovery (i.e. stillness and variety) you choose for yourself today, take everything one step at a time, and make small changes along the way. Tiny changes can have a ripple effect that eventually leads to significant results in your overall health.
How to overcome/prevent burnout as a caregiver
When taking care of a family member, friend or loved one, most of the sympathy tends to go to the person who is ill or infirmed. Many forget the emotional and physical toll that being a caregiver can present. More than 40 million adults in North America are taking care of elderly, chronically ill or disabled loved ones, according to Pew Research Center. Signs of burnout can include, but are not limited to: depression, fatigue, anxiety about the future, sleeplessness, loss of appetite, hopelessness and other symptoms. Although being a caregiver is never easy, there are some things you can do to make it more manageable. Ask for help whenever possible, whether paying a professional or calling upon a friend or family member. Don’t skip your own medical appointments. If you are not well, you are not in a position to care for someone else. Check policies for family leave benefits at work. Don’t feel like you have to keep a constant vigil by their bedside, especially if you know they tend to nap or sleep at times of the day. Use those times for some self-care and pampering. Speak to other caregivers you know to get tips on managing, or speak with the attending physician or hospital social worker.
How to overcome/prevent burnout as a student
To overcome burnout as a student, set reasonable goals. Write a to-do-list each day of assignments that need to get done and note their due dates. Use daily reminders and calendars to stay motivated to achieve deadlines. Set aside time and pencil in time to practice mindfulness. Time away from your obligations is just as important as time spent fulfilling your obligations. Practice self-care to reduce stress and let your mind relax. Celebrate small wins along the way and keep the end goal in mind. Think big picture: one bad grade does not determine your future.
How to overcome prevent/burnout from working out
If you overtrain and don’t allow your body to fully recover, you are likely to experience workout burnout. Also, boredom will kick in if you stay with the same routine over a long period. If you overtrain, you are more susceptible to injuries that can take you out of your routine and make it harder to “jump back in.” Setting fitness goals that are realistic for your age, level of condition and work/personal schedule is critical. Many athletes or “weekend warriors” feel guilty if they take a break from training. It is wise to take off two days a week. There is a reason for the term “stress fracture.” While weight training is great for improving bone density and high-impact workouts are excellent for cardio, your bones get stressed, which can lead to fractures. Don’t obsess over numbers, reps, inches etc. Focus more on how you feel after the workout mentally and physically. Switch up your workouts so that you don’t reach an exercise plateau. If you need to, get a fitness buddy, change your workout environment, the music you listen to, or treat yourself to some new workout gear.
About Haley Perlus
Dr. Haley Perlus knows what it takes to overcome barriers and achieve peak performance. As an elite alpine ski racer, she competed and trained with the best in the world, pushing herself to the limits time and time again. Now, with a PhD in sport psychology, Haley continues to push boundaries and drive peak performance, helping athletes and Fortune 100 executives reach their goals.
Haley works with individuals and teams to manage and expand their energy capacity while increasing resilience, focus and drive. Dr. Perlus is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, professor, author and consultant to Division I athletes. She has spoken at many events some of which include VISTAGE, Tec Canada, Elite Fitness and Performance Summit and Trilogy Athletes. She is an adjunct professor at the University of Colorado lecturing on applied sport and exercise psychology at the graduate level. She has authored several books including The Ultimate Achievement Journal and The Inside Drive and her articles have been featured in publications such as Thrive Magazine, Fitness Magazine, IDEA Fitness Journal, EpicTimes, Telluride Inside, MyVega and BeachBody®.
Dr. Perlus earned her PhD at the University of Northern Colorado with an emphasis on social psychology of sport and physical activity, her MS at the University of Florida in sport pedagogy and her bachelor’s degree at the University of Western Ontario in kinesiology. Haley loves both water and snow skiing, and hiking. Her favorite meal is anything that requires only chopping or blending.
Training Diet: 4 Kinds of Superfoods Every Serious Trainer Eats Regularly
As a serious trainer, you know that what you put into your body has a direct impact on your results. You also know that eating the right foods can give you the edge you need to reach your full potential. That's why it's important to incorporate superfoods into your diet. Superfoods are nutrient-rich foods that offer health benefits that go beyond basic nutrition. Here are four of the best types of superfoods for serious trainers.
Leafy Green Vegetables
Leafy green vegetables like spinach and kale are packed with vitamins and minerals. They're also low in calories, making them an ideal food for serious trainers who are trying to lean out. In addition, leafy greens are high in fiber, which can help regulate digestion and keep you feeling fuller longer.
Salmon
Salmon is a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and B vitamins. Omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial for heart health, joint function, and brain health. B vitamins are essential for energy production and metabolism. Salmon is also a good source of selenium, a mineral that plays a role in immune function and thyroid health.
Berries
Berries like blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries are loaded with antioxidants. Antioxidants help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can lead to inflammation. Some companies, like Everbowl - Mission Valley, know that berries are also a good source of fiber and vitamin C. Vitamin C is important for immunity, wound healing, and collagen production.
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, beta-carotene, and vitamins C and B6. Complex carbohydrates provide sustained energy, while fiber aids in digestion and weight management. Beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body, which is important for vision and skin health. Vitamins C and B6 play roles in immune function, metabolism, and energy production respectively. Sweet potatoes are a wonderful way to get good quality vitamins and nutrients into your body. They can make you healthy in many various ways.
If you're serious about training, then you need to make sure you're eating the right foods to fuel your body. Superfoods are nutrient-rich foods that offer health benefits that go beyond basic nutrition. By incorporating superfoods into your diet, you can give yourself the edge you need to reach your full potential as a trainer. Leafy greens, salmon, berries, and sweet potatoes are all great options to include in your diet plan.
Anita Ginsburg / Freelance Writer anitaginsburg@gmail.comBio: Anita is a freelance writer from Denver, CO. She studied at Colorado State University, and now writes articles about health, business, family and finance. A mother of two, she enjoys traveling with her family whenever she isn't writing. You can follow her on Twitter @anitaginsburg.
10 Best Retreats for a Wellness-Infused Christmas and New Year
With the arrival of Autumn and the weather turning cooler, traveller's thoughts are turning on where to spend the Christmas and New Year period to improve their health and wellness whilst also boosting their immunity. Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness holiday specialists share 10 of the best Christmas and New Year wellness retreats to set wellness travellers up for a happier and healthier 2023. Whether it’s a luxury ski & spa break in the Italian Dolomites or a family wellness holiday in balmy Vietnam, there is a healthy retreat experience to suit everyone.
These carefully selected wellness holidays offer a respite from the hectic modern world, especially in light of the constant ups and downs of the past year and serve, to propel you into 2023 as a healthier and more relaxed person ready to tackle whatever this world can throw at you!
Recover from this past year and welcome the next exiting instalment of your life by giving your body what it needs this December and January with one of these 10 handpicked luxury wellness retreats:
Enjoy a unique combination of skiing fun and relaxing spa treatments set in the peaceful Dolomite Mountain range on this rejuvenating and physically energising ski and spa wellness retreat. Look down on the tranquil alpine forestry as you descend the mountain slopes aboard your skis as you make your way towards Lefay Dolomite’s state-of-the-art wellness temple, where you can recover after your daily skiing sessions with relaxing spa massages, body scrubs, and hydro-aromatherapy treatments. Ski into the Christmas season at this luxurious Italian retreat and return feeling wholly reinvigorated.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891,healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 6 nights at Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti from £1,950pp sharing or £2,965 for single occupancy. Price includes breakfast, optional return private transfers and a spa programme. Flights are available on request.
Work off those Figgie puddings and Mince pies on this luxury wellness and weight loss holiday in the stunning Algarve. Conrad Algarve takes you on a three-pronged weight loss journey, treating you to nutritional coaching, a personalised workout plan, and specific body treatments designed to improve metabolic output. Shift your focus towards your mind and rebalance your outlook on the mind and body with relaxing spa treatments and comprehensive sports facilities. Stroll confidently into the New Year with a maintainable weight thanks to Conrad Algarve.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891, healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 7nights at Conrad Algarve from £4,245pp sharing or £5,330 for single occupancy. Price includes full board, optional return private transfers and a weight loss programme. Flights are available on request.
Don’t let that seasonal stress turn you into a grinch, leave those stresses in 2022 and become the best version of yourself on this relaxing and rebalancing festive stress management holiday. Let those pent-up feelings flow out of you through personalised massage sessions, wash away Christmas shopping trauma with an aquatic therapy session, and forget about the in-law drama with an energising cryotherapy treatment. Beat the stress of the Christmas period in the cool Mediterranean climate of Spain at SHA Wellness Clinic.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891, healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 7nights at SHA Wellness Clinic from £4,960pp sharing or £5,655 for single occupancy. Price includes full board,optional return private transfers and a stress management programme. Flights are available on request.
Detoxify your mind, body, and (Christmas) spirit on this luxury detox yoga holiday on the coast of Oman. Experience a renewed level of energy and a peace of mind through a series of hatha yoga, pranayama, meditation, and spa therapies where the ever-present warmth of the Arabian Peninsula is a much a feature of the treatments as anything else. Beat the Winter sniffles, detoxify and strengthen your natural immune system with the nutritious detox menu, detox body scrubs, and included massage therapies.
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A magical Winter wellness spa experience set on the beaches of Antigua, this luxury spa holiday at Carlisle Bay offers a relaxing and soothing spa experience surrounded by white sandy beaches and the luscious Caribbean flora. Renew your freedom of movement with private relaxing yoga or Pilates classes. Sit back and indulge yourself, enjoy a deep tissue massage on the beach, cure what ails you with soothing reflexology treatments, or centre yourself with Reiki sessions at Carlisle Bay’s Cara Organic Beauty Spa.
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Escape from the hecticness of the Christmas season and regain a sense of balance at this luxury spa and wellness retreat nestled in the Himalayas. Ananda individually tailors each of their wellness experience to your unique needs, kicking off your healthy holiday with a series of detailed questionnaires and consultations before the fun begins! You will be treated to multiple daily Ayurveda and cleansing therapies, as well as yoga, pranayama, and meditation sessions. Regain balance and become one with yourself mentally and physically with this rejuvenating and immunity boosting holiday.
Health and Fitness Travel (0203 397 8891, healthandfitnesstravel.com) offers 7 nights at Ananda in the Himalayas from £5,420pp sharing or £6,835 for single occupancy. Price includes full board, return private transfers and an immune-boosting programme. Flights are available on request.
Face the New Year head on with healthier fitness habits and work towards your personal fitness goals on a festive fitness-boosting luxury retreat, whether that’s to improve your heart health or build your strength. Get ready to sweat in the Thai December heat, as you are pushed to your limits though a series of private personal training sessions, revival exercises, and stretching sessions. Indulge in delicious nutritious food and relax with Kamalaya’s range of holistic spa treatments including Thai massage and Ayurveda therapies.
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A holistic family wellness holiday to keep the whole family entertained, even the little elves in your life will be pampered with their very own ‘mini’ spa treatments. Treat the family to a variety of spa, meditations and Tai Chi sessions at the southeast Asian wellness paradise that is TIA Wellness Resort. Replenish your body with delectable healthy cuisine at one of several on-site eateries and venture out on local cultural excursions to expand your mind. Build long-lasting memories as you explore the local coastline through exciting water sports activities and snorkelling excursions to a nearby island. Return with a stronger family bond following this unique wellness family holiday experience.
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Surround yourself with sunshine, sea and surf and give yourself a wellness break from those Winter woes at this luxury surfing retreat in Bali. Let your curiosity lead you as you explore the coastline of this Indonesian island through beginner level private surfing classes, after your body is done exploring let your mind wonder and relax with a COMO Shambala deep tissue massage. Let those Winter woes melt away from you in the idyllic Indonesian sun. Return still riding the wave of wellness, ready to face all that the New Year brings.
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‘Tis the season to treat yourself and get some much-needed bonding time with that special someone at this luxury couple’s spa retreat programme set in the Greek town of Mystras in the foothills of Mount Taygetos. Your wellness escape begins with the refreshing and de-stressing Byzantine Hammam ritual before you indulge yourselves in relaxing massages and an exfoliating salt room treatment. Grow stronger as a couple and marvel at the wonders of your history-steeped surroundings on this short but sweet couple’s healthy break that will leave you feeling healthier and happier.
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One year later: Painting marking National Day for Truth & Reconciliation commemorated for its impact
The Orange Shirt Society and the Indian Residential School Survivors Society celebrate project’s success
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- One year after Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel commissioned an original piece of art to mark Canada’s inaugural National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, two Indigenous organizations are celebrating the project’s resounding success. The painting, Indian Residential School, Leaving the Shallow Graves and Going Home by renowned Indigenous artist, Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun (Coast Salish name, Lets'lo:tseltun) was auctioned in June to benefit Residential School Survivors and netted a final price of $157,250.
All proceeds from the sale of the painting have been donated to two outstanding organizations, the Orange Shirt Society and the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. The two organizations describe the impact of the funds toward their missions below:
Shannon Henderson, President of the Board of The Orange Shirt Society. “The Orange Shirt Society would like to thank Dixon Mitchell for honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by commissioning and auctioning the beautiful work of art by Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun.
We are grateful for the funds that will help continue the work we do to support Survivors and descendants of Survivors as well as educate people on the impacts of intergenerational trauma caused by the Indian residential school system.
This donation will go towards providing schools with textbooks as part of our “Storyteller Project” and will also help continue the conversation towards Reconciliation. This act of kindness is an inspired way to demonstrate commitment to Reconciliation and provide meaningful support to our communities.”
Angela White, Executive Director of The Indian Residential School Survivor Society "When we first heard that Dixon Mitchell had commissioned Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun to produce a piece of art to commemorate the first annual National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, we thought it was a great idea – and when we found out that IRSSS had been selected as a beneficiary, we were even more excited!
Corporate support represents an important source of funds for our organization and the donation provided through this initiative will allow us to help more Residential School Survivors, their families, and other Indigenous people experiencing intergenerational trauma. We thank everyone who took part in this project and hope that it will inspire more companies to become involved in important Indigenous causes."
Dixon Mitchell, which manages institutional assets on behalf of several First Nations clients, has grown close to Indigenous communities and causes over the past decade. As DM’s connection to these groups has deepened, so have its efforts to support fundraisers and other initiatives, including the annual DM Indigenous Student Award, which has now given away more than $100,000 to Indigenous youth.
“As we get set for the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, it’s rewarding to see this project come full circle,” said Don Stuart, Executive Vice President of Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel. “Throughout the past year, we were moved by Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun’s story, his vision, and his generosity. It has been a joy to see such broad support for this project both within the art community and across the country and we’re thrilled with how much has been raised for these tremendous organizations.”
Dixon Mitchell would like to thank everyone who helped drive this project forward and donated their services especially Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun, Sarah Macaulay of Macaulay Fine Art, Heffel Fine Art Auction House, and our friends at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Video of Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun, discussing "Indian Residential School, Leaving the Shallow Graves and Going Home."
About Dixon Mitchell Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel is a national asset management firm providing investment solutions for institutions, foundations, endowments, and affluent private clients. A steward of client wealth since 2000, the firm is rooted in the belief that superior long-term results are achieved through comprehensive internal research, accurate appraisal of fundamentals, and the conviction to act on this work. Dixon Mitchell is based in Vancouver. Please visit www.dixonmitchell.com for more information and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Lumiera enters MOU with Natural Health Industry Leader for Strategic Partnership and Licensing Agreement
MONTREAL, Sept. 28, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - Lumiera Health Inc. (TSXV: NHP) (the "Company" or "Lumiera ") a company specializing in the development and commercialization of natural health products, is pleased to announce it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a strategic partnership with one of Quebec's leaders in the Natural Health industry (Partner).
The purpose of the MoU is to set the guidelines to discuss an eventual agreement that would allow both Lumiera and its Partner to manufacturer and sell unbranded (white label) products from their respective portfolio to each other. The potential agreement would include a mutually exclusive supplier agreement, as well as minimum quantity requirements and exclusivity in certain sales channels.
The Partner company has been an established leader in Quebec's Natural Health industry for over 75 years and has a strong presence in the Pharmacy and Big Box retail channels.
"This potential partnership is an incredible opportunity for Lumiera. By leveraging our Partner's considerable Brand equity and distribution in high volume retail channels, we can accelerate our growth exponentially" said Carlos Ponce, CEO of Lumiera. "Furthermore, this would give Lumiera access to a broad range of products that have enormous potential in Natural Health retail stores."
Q3 financial statements will be released on or before October 28, 2022.
About Lumiera Health
Lumiera specializes in the development and commercialization of consumer products for the natural health industry. The Company sells herbal tonics and natural supplements through its Holizen Laboratories division, with a diverse portfolio including a line of innovative sleep aids. The Company is also commercializing a unique topical product line acting on the endocannabinoid system, without the use of cannabis, that provides an innovative solution for chronic pain and inflammation. A pioneer in the natural health innovation space, the Lumiera brand is rooted in the core values of science, nature and compassion. Our goal is to make people's lives better by developing natural health and wellness products that are effective, safe and trustworthy.
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Forward-looking information
Certain statements contained in this press release constitute "forward-looking information" as such term is defined in applicable Canadian securities legislation. The words "may", "would", "could", "should", "potential", "will", "seek", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect" and similar expressions indicate such "forward-looking information" as they relate to Lumiera. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking information. Such statements reflect Lumiera' current views and intentions with respect to future events, and current information available to Lumiera, and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others, the risk factors included in Lumiera' annual management's discussion and analysis for the year ended November 30, 2021, which is available under the issuer's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com. Material factors or assumptions were applied in providing forward-looking information. Many factors could cause the actual results, performance or achievements that may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking information to vary from those described herein should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize. Should any factor affect Lumiera in an unexpected manner, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, the actual results or events may differ materially from the results or events predicted. Any such forward-looking information is expressly qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement. Moreover, Lumiera does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such forward-looking information. The forward-looking information included in this press release is made as of the date of this press release and Lumiera undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, other than as required by applicable law.
