| Research Reveals Daily Dose of Peanuts Delivers Body and Mind Benefits Americans Encouraged to Pause for PeanutsAlbany, Ga. (September 14, 2020) – For a health routine boost, add a dose of peanuts. Research shows pausing daily for peanuts or peanut butter does a body and mind good. Peanuts are a superfood so just a small amount can fend off mid-morning hunger, help eliminate the afternoon slump and deliver much-needed brainpower.To encourage better health, The Peanut Institute is launching a week-long Pause for Peanuts program that kicks off on September 13, National Peanut Day. For seven days, the institute is suggesting everyone take a break to toss back some peanuts or enjoy a spoonful of peanut butter. “Research around the world has found that eating peanuts or peanut butter on a daily basis delivers numerous benefits, including sustained energy, improved mental cognition and, overall, a longer and healthier life,” says Samara Sterling, Ph.D., director of research for The Peanut Institute. “Specifically, regular peanut consumption has been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and numerous kinds of cancer.” Peanut Protein Fuels the DayFor those who are looking to ward off hunger, an ounce of peanuts packs more protein than any other nut.1 A single serving of approximately 35 peanuts delivers seven grams of plant-based protein along with fiber and healthy fats, all of which contribute to satiety. In addition, peanuts stimulate peptide YY, a hormone that decreases appetite.“A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that participants who ate just three tablespoons of peanut butter with breakfast had a lower desire to eat 8-10 hours later,” explains Dr. Sterling. “Peanuts also have a low glycemic index that helps stabilize blood sugar to prevent the feeling of ‘crashing’ in the afternoon.”Snacking between meals is another way to avoid sluggishness. Dr. Sterling supports smart snacking that delivers nutritional benefits. For example, she suggests trading out a high-carbohydrate or “empty calorie” snack like pretzels with a serving of nutrient-dense peanut butter and carrots. “A healthy snack is a powerful tool that can deliver a much-needed boost of energy any time of the day,” says Dr. Sterling. More Power for the BrainThe benefits of peanut and peanut butter consumption go beyond the body and reach the brain.In addition to protein, a single serving of peanuts is packed with 19 vitamins and minerals, including the antioxidant resveratrol, which has been shown to increase blood flow to the brain.2 Peanuts also contain high levels of niacin and are a good source of vitamin E – two nutrients that support brain health and have long been known to protect against Alzheimer’s disease and age-related cognitive decline.3 Overall HealthPeanuts deliver both short-term and long-term health benefits. Research shows eating peanuts twice a week can reduce the risk of premature death by 12%4and reduce the risk for certain cancers, including colorectal, gastric, pancreatic and lung cancers5. Regular consumption can also reduce the risk of death due to heart disease by 24%, respiratory disease by 16%, infections by 32% and kidney disease by 48%.4“The advantage of peanuts is the fact that just a small amount can deliver significant benefits. What’s more, peanuts and peanut butter are affordable and convenient so they’re easy to incorporate into a daily diet,” says Dr. Sterling.For more information on the Pause for Peanuts program, visit peanutinstitute.com. The Peanut Institute website also features recipes that cover all parts of the day -- breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and snacks. # # #Sources:1. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. 2013, USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 26. Nutrient Data Laboratory Home Page, http://www.ars.usda.gov/ba/bhnrc/ndl.2. Kennedy DO, Wightman EL, Reay JL et al. Effects of resveratrol on cerebral blood flow variables and cognitive performance in humans: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover investigation. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010;91(6):1590-97.3. Joseph JA, Fisher DR, Cheng V, Rimando AM and Shukitt-Hale B. Cellular and behavioral effects of stilbene resveratrol ana- logues: implications for reducing the deleterious effects of aging. J Agric Food Chem. 2008;56(22):10544-51.4. Bao Y, Han J, Hu FB. Association of nut consumption with total and cause-specific mortality. N Engl J Med. 2013;369:2001-11.5. Zhang D, Dai C, Zhou L, et al. Meta-analysis of the association between nut consumption and the risks of cancer incidence and cancer-specific mortality. Aging (Albany NY). 2020;12(11):10772-10794. doi:10.18632/aging.103292.  |
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| CANADIAN CHARITIES FACE REDUCED FUNDING WHILE CARING FOR VULNERABLE POPULATIONS Global pandemic impacts revenues required to maintain operations and meet growing demand  Vancouver, BC (September 14, 2020): Over the past several months, the world has grappled with the impacts of COVID-19, and Canadian charities like Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon (RMH BC) and Canuck Place Children’s Hospice are no exception. Despite reduced funding and resources, these organizations are being called on to support individuals and communities who are struggling like never before – and they need the public’s help.Though government agencies are offering financial and emotional aid to many people affected by the global pandemic, some of the most vulnerable populations in our society continue to struggle. According to a report by Imagine Canada, Canadian charities and non-profits are seeing a 35% increase in demand for their services while 73% have experienced a decrease in funding. The report also reveals that 78% of charities indicated a disruption of services to clients and communities. In the same way frontline workers and essential businesses like hospitals, food banks and mental facilities have received positive support and donations from the public, there are still many other charities that require funding to continue supporting their communities.  Charities like Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon – which provides accommodation, meals, programs and a community of support for families with children who must travel to Vancouver to receive life-saving medical care often for weeks, months or even years – and Canuck Place Children’s Hospice – which provides complex medical care for children with life threatening illnesses via two hospices, in patient homes and in hospitals across BC and the Yukon – have continued to provide services during the pandemic, finding innovative ways to operate on reduced funding and resources. Fundraising events – which traditionally rely on social gathering – are a core fundraising platform for Canadian charities, however due to distancing measures in place for the foreseeable future, many will miss out on this significant source of funding. For example, one-third of RMH BC’s fundraising revenue is generated from community and signature events, with an anticipated revenue of $1.1 million this year. With demand for services remaining the same – and, in some cases, increasing – alternative sources of revenue will be required to maintain operations. “Over the last several decades, RMH BC has experienced incredible growth and expansion as more and more families turn to us for support,” says Richard Pass, CEO of Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon. “As we navigate these challenging times, families are relying on us more than ever for accommodation, programs and support so they can stay near their children who have suppressed immune systems and are undergoing life-saving medical treatments far from home. While we remain optimistic, many Canadian charities (including RMH BC) have been significantly impacted; the continued generosity of our donors and supporters will be critical as we fulfill our mission of supporting families in their time of greatest need.”  “Patients on our program present with over 190 conditions and diseases,” says Margaret McNeil, CEO of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. “The progress and complexity of their diagnosis does not stop in a pandemic. The impact of COVID-19 is pushing families caring for a seriously ill child to breaking point at this frightening and lonely time. Our ability to raise the money needed for Canuck Place care services is significantly affected like many of our friends in the charitable sector.”Canada is stronger because of the network of charities that support our most vulnerable populations – and now, they need our help. Consider giving back to a local charity, whether through cash donations or volunteering your time. And remember, we are all in this together. To learn how you can support Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon, visit Rmhbc.ca. |
| -###- About Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon Each year, up to 2,000 families from across British Columbia and the Yukon travel to Vancouver in search of life-saving treatment for their critically ill children. Far from their homes, they desperately need accommodation and a place to stay together under one roof. Ronald McDonald House® BC and Yukon offers a home away from home, a community of support, and a restful space for families to heal better together. RMH BC & Yukon operates a modern and welcoming 73 room facility steps from BC Children’s Hospital and a Family Room at Surrey Memorial Hospital. With support from hundreds of volunteers, dedicated donors, and committed staff, we create a community of support for parents, siblings and patients so they can heal better, together. Rmhbc.ca About Canuck Place Children’s Hospice Canuck Place Children’s Hospice is British Columbia and Yukon’s pediatric palliative care provider. Over 818 children living with life-threatening illnesses and families from five provincial health regions receive Canuck Place inpatient and outpatient care (in-home/in-hospital). Canuck Place operates 13 patient beds and 8 family suites through two hospices in Vancouver and Abbotsford. Services include medical respite and family support, pain and symptom management, 24-hour virtual care, art and recreation therapy, education, grief, loss, and bereavement counselling, as well as end-of-life care. Through the investment of the community, our talented team, and over 400 energetic volunteers we make a lasting difference in the lives of children and the families who love them. Canuckplace.org |
Smartricity's supply partner Ocalink has received Health Canada certification for its Pantheon Emergency Ventilator™ and are now accepting international orders
TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2020 /CNW/ - Canadian-based Smartricity Inc. is proud to announce that their continued work and perseverance on the made-in-Canada Ocalink Pantheon Emergency Ventilator™ (PEV™) has reached realization with Ocalink Technologies Inc. now accepting Purchase Orders after receiving Health Canada certification.
Smartricity, who previously announced a partnership with Baylis Medical and the Ventilators for Canadians initiative, has also been working with Ocalink on the critical blower motor used in their ventilator since their early designs.
Co-founder and COO, Mike Cowen says, "We specialize in mission critical electric motor applications where reliability, efficiency, and sustainability is of utmost importance. We worked with Ocalink to develop and supply the best motor for the PEV™, where someone's life depends on it; exactly what we do best.
Besides Smartricity's technological expertise, they also pride themselves on being able to fix problems and offer solutions not only on the technical side, but also on the business development front.
"Our team is made of multi-disciplinary experts who's technical and business insight stretch far beyond the norm. We also have strong partnerships and contacts with leaders across various industries. So, when we take on projects, we offer assistance and support for all aspects of the business; not only on the technical side" says Co-Founder and CEO, Michael Sonsogno.
One of the biggest hurdles of this project was getting Health Canada approval.
"We worked diligently in collaboration with Ocalink though our own previous experience, industry connections, and hired consultants to get the job done in record time. The PEV™ received it's Health Canada certification on August 27, 2020 assuring it's safe and effective for both hospital ICU emergency and makeshift hospitals," Cowen added.
Ocalink's PEV™ is a Class III medical device ventilator which can continuously deliver pressure-controlled ventilation through several modes using a turbine-based design and can be used for both invasive and non-invasive ventilation. Its key feature is that the PEV™ does not require medical compressed air to function due to its turbine-based design that runs on electricity only, while having the ability to be supplemented with optional external oxygen sources to deliver higher oxygen content. The hard box-shaped design makes it ideal for stockpiling and storage compared to traditional stand-up ventilators.
"Our first manufactured units can now ship, and we can bring our made-in-Canada solution to the world. Because our simple yet sophisticated design contains fewer than 60 [major] components, all of which are either directly machined in Canada or are readily available parts, we about to produce large quantities and scale up to 1,000 devices a day despite a currently constrained global supply chain," says Corbin Lowe, Ocalink Co-founder and CEO.
It is with great pleasure that we invite the world to visit the link below to request a full datasheet on the Pantheon Emergency Ventilator™ and register your interest in purchasing the now available units:
SOURCE Smartricity Inc.
Know Your Identity in Christ and Become the Champion You Were Meant to Be
Los Angeles, CA, Sept. 14, 2020 — If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and wondered who you were staring at and why you’re on this earth, you are not alone. What if you looked at your reflection and saw a champion? And what if you could display the qualities of a champion wherever you went, and everyone in the world would stop and listen?
Linda A. Olson, an international bestselling author, tells you how in her newest release, Love Your Story: Let God Define Your Story To Be The Champion You Were Meant To Be.
“Loving your story is what allows you to rise above your circumstances regardless of how painful they are,” Olson writes. “You need to know you are made for something more. You were created to be a champion.”
Olson bounced back from profoundly difficult circumstances in her youth. It wasn’t an overnight transformation; it took weeks, months and years of dedication for her to discover the tools she needed to overcome the obstacles standing in her path.
“Because of my brokenness, it took me a long time to grasp my value and discover the gifts and abilities I had been given,” she explains. “After a lengthy journey to healing, I discovered you don’t have to wait for someone to tell you who you are and what you have to offer. God has already defined your story; it’s a matter of embracing it and being the champion you were called to be.”
Olson’s Love Your Story gives you everything you need—tools, strategies and practical tips—to harness the potential of your greatest power: knowing your identity in Christ.
You will discover:
1. How to grasp the true gift of reflection, the mirror to see your true self
2. A simple pathway to your true identity, who you are in Christ
3. How true champions are created
4. Strengths you didn’t even know you had
5. The favor on your life
6. Practical tools to rise above every challenge and soar
Love Your Story is a must read for anyone who wants to truly understand what it means to be a champion in God’s eyes and how true champions are created. Tucked inside the book are value-added resources, including a coupon toward Wealth Through Stories LIVE, a two-day Story Retreat for those who are serious about finding the wealth in their story. Love Your Story, and the world will listen.
Linda Olson is the go-to story expert who helps authors, speakers and entrepreneurs impact millions with their stories. She is a TEDx speaker, multiple bestselling author and founder of Wealth Through Stories. Her mission is “To Impact a Million People a Year Through Story.” Linda and her husband, Rick, reside in sunny California. They enjoy their two married daughters and their spouses and five adorable grandchildren, who are the best part of their story.
For more information, please visit wealththroughstories.com.
Love Your Story: Let God Define Your Story To Be The Champion You Were Meant To Be
Release Date: August 25, 2020
ISBN: 978-0-9819014-4-2
Available from Amazon.com
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Holistic, Science-Backed Program Helps Build a Healthier Relationship with Food, Eating and Weight
San Francisco, CA, Sept. 14, 2020 — Could a dietary lifestyle that nourishes us physically, emotionally, spiritually and socially be the answer to stemming America’s rising tide of overeating and obesity?
Original research points to yes, and in Whole Person Integrative Eating: A Breakthrough Dietary Lifestyle to Treat the Root Causes of Overeating, Overweight, and Obesity, nutrition researcher Deborah Kesten, M.P.H., and behavioral scientist Larry Scherwitz, Ph.D., offer documented proof that by nourishing ourselves multi-dimensionally each time we eat, we can develop deeper, healthier relationships with food and eating that leads to attaining and maintaining weight loss. The authors’ Whole Person Integrative Eating (WPIE) program is not a diet that a person goes on … then off. WPIE is a scientifically sound, dietary lifestyle designed to be practiced for a lifetime.
"If people follow the revolutionary program outlined in this game-changing, insightful book, it may be the most helpful step they can take toward losing weight and keeping it off," says bestselling author Kenneth Pelletier, M.D., clinical professor of medicine at University of California School of Medicine, San Francisco.
Divided into three parts, Whole Person Integrative Eating begins by describing seven root causes of overeating: Emotional Eating, Food Fretting, Fast Foodism, Sensory Disregard, Task Snacking, Unappetizing Atmosphere and Solo Dining. A Self-Assessment Quiz follows, with 76 questions to help readers identify their unique food choices and eating behaviors that lead to overeating and weight gain. Part Two provides a step-by-step guide to WPIE antidotes for each overeating style. It also explains why the elements of WPIE work and how they can be incorporated into daily life. And Part Three offers over 30 recipes based on the three main criteria of WPIE: fresh, whole and "inverse,” meaning mostly plant-based foods with small or no servings of animal-based foods.
An excerpt from the Foreword of Whole Person Integrative Eating by New York Times best-selling author Dean Ornish, M.D., Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of California:
“[The book] offers an evidence-based alternative to the conventional wisdom about attaining and maintaining weight loss. What’s groundbreaking about Kesten and Scherwitz’s research is twofold: They have created a scientifically sound, comprehensive, and integrative program for treating overeating, overweight, and obesity based on these principles. And in addition to what (food choices) and how(eating behaviors) we eat, they have identified seven statistically significant root reasons to explain why we overeat: what they call “new normal overeating styles” and eating behaviors that also have a profound influence on how much we eat and weigh.”
The authors’ paradigm-shifting message is that food influences not only the physical dimensions of health, but also our emotional, spiritual and social well-being. Their dietary lifestyle can build bridges between the millions who struggle with overeating and weight issues and the medical community. And it can inspire us all to re-envision our relationships with food, eating and weight, so that each time we eat, we are nourished … for life.
Deborah Kesten, MPH, is an international nutrition researcher, award-winning author, and medical/health writer, with a specialty in preventing and reversing obesity and heart disease. She served as Nutritionist on Dean Ornish, M.D.’s first clinical trial for reversing heart disease through lifestyle changes, the results of which were published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. She has served as Director of Nutrition at cardiovascular clinics in Europe and on the Board of Directors of the American Heart Association, San Francisco, for 10 years.
Kesten has published more than 400 nutrition and health articles. Her first book, Feeding the Body, Nourishing the Soul, received the first-place gold award in the Spirituality category from the Independent Publisher Book Awards. Whole Person Integrative Eating has been honored with the #1 gold, best-book award in the Health category by Book Excellence Awards. She is a VIP Contributor at Arianna Huffington’s Thrive Global, and is married to behavioral scientist and co-author of Whole Person Integrative Eating, Larry Scherwitz, Ph.D.
For more information, please visit www.IntegrativeEating.com. You can also connect with the author on the following social media sites: https://www.instagram.com/integrativeeating/;
https://www.facebook.com/WholePersonIntegrativeEating; https://twitter.com/IntegrativeEat1.
Whole Person Integrative Eating: A Breakthrough Dietary Lifestyle to Treat the Root Causes of Overeating, Overweight, and Obesity
Publisher: White River Press
ISBN-10: 1887043543
ISBN-13: 978-1887043540
Available from Amazon.com and integrativeeating.com
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New Book Helps Us Understand Our Life Patterns and Navigate Through Obstacles
Conflict is ever present in our lives. From the socio-economic issues we were born into, to current health and social issues in the news, conflict is a common denominator and how we handle conflict can determine the outcome of our lives.
In Break the Curse, author, entrepreneur, and professor, Steve Kelley, shares how to beat the odds and achieve extraordinary success. From a worldwide pandemic and protests in the streets, to long-ingrained beliefs from childhood, Break the Curse will help us handle the situations and conflicts in our daily lives in a positive and productive way.
Kelley believes successful people embrace conflict because they know that conflict, if handled well, produces great results and often offers the opportunity for self-improvement. “Each time we de-escalate conflict, halt or shorten needless arguments, we maintain our dignity, save precious time, and find hope,” Steve says. “Conflict is a golden opportunity to take responsibility for our actions and recognize the part we played in the situation.”
Readers of Break the Curse will be captivated as Kelley poignantly tells real-life stories that will inspire and compel us toward success. Steve packs 45 years of business experience and a 20-year college teaching career into this timeless personal growth book that readers will continue to return to again and again. From overcoming a childhood filled with anger and conflict, having his home burn down, to recovering from Cancer, Steve shares what he learned overcoming each obstacle with readers.
Based on his challenges, Steve developed 10 steps that serve as a template for change and help guide readers through life’s challenges. Break the Curse will inspire and compel all of us to move forward and re-start our lives by following his easy-to-understand steps outlined in chapter such as:
• Think Like A Genius
• Set Powerful Goals and Keep Them
• Find Mentors
• Take Care of Your Body
• Embrace Conflict
• Resist Temptations
• Build Karma
• Find Your Fit
“Break the Curse is all about seeing our blind spots,” Steve explains. “I define blind spots as the absence of knowledge, of what we are lacking. I want to shine a light on the blind spots in our lives and give you ways to navigate the roadblocks we put up.”
Break the Curse provides the tools for all of us to develop the determination to achieve the life we want and to feel happy and fulfilled. Steve’s inspirational success story and cancer recovery inspires all of us to have the confidence to fight our own demons. With Break the Curse we can see our hardships in one place only – the rear-view mirror.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Steve Kelley is a graduate of Cambridge College and holds a master’s degree in Management. Professor Kelley teaches Entrepreneurship, Conflict Management, and Negotiation at his Alma Mater. He is a successful entrepreneur, a real estate developer, public speaker, personal coach and mentor. In addition to Break the Curse, Kelley is the co-author of The Fox Who Sneezed with his granddaughter, Elle.
Steve overcame a rare brain cancer in 2018 (CNS Lymphoma) and emerged stronger and more resolved to share his philosophy of reframing our perspectives and positivity with the world. He lives his life to the fullest by bringing encouragement to all who know him. Steve is an active member of his community and resides in the Greater Boston Area with his wife Susan, and is a loving father and grandfather.
To learn more about Steve Kelley and Break the Curse, visit www.BreaktheCurseBook.com.
Jointly published by Freedom Press and SJK Publishing
To request a review copy and to schedule an interview, contact:
Trina Kaye – The Trina Kaye Organization
TrinaKaye@tkopr.com / 310-963-3964
www.TrinaKaye.com
Crush Anxiety and Depression While Boosting Self-Esteem in as Little as 2 Hours
San Francisco, CA, September 14, 2020 - Feeling anxious, helpless and depressed by all the tragedies in the news? Nearly 40 years after his five-million-copy bestselling book, Feeling Good, made a positive difference in the lives of countless people with its uplifting message: When you change the way you THINK, you can change the way you FEEL, and helped cognitive therapy become the most popular and extensively researched form of psychotherapy in the world, critically-acclaimed author and world-renowned clinical psychiatrist David D. Burns, M.D., brings the newest installment to his revolutionary research in Feeling Great: The Revolutionary New Treatment for Depression and Anxiety.
Now, Dr. David Burns brings us a radical new approach that makesultra-rapid recovery possible, even in a single two-hour, book-therapy session. Feeling Great emerged from 40 years of research on how therapy actually works and is based on this paradoxical idea: Your negative thoughts and feelings are NOT the result of some defect, like a chemical imbalance in your brain or a “mental disorder,” but from what is most beautiful and awesome about you and your core values. And the moment you realize this, recovery will be just a stone’s throw away.
Feeling Great will help you:
1. Pinpoint and eliminate the powerful forces that keep you stuck;
2. Learn that your thoughts, and not the circumstances of your life, create all of your
feelings;
3. Discover why depression and anxiety are the world’s oldest cons;
4. Crush the 10 types of distorted thoughts that rob you of happiness and self-esteem;
5. Learn why self-acceptance is the greatest change a human being can make.
Feeling Great is designed like a workbook, with 33 chapters grouped into seven sections, such as “How to Turn Depression and Anxiety into Joy,” "How to Crush Distorted Thoughts,” “Relapse Prevention Training” and more. The book also includes reflective quizzes to track your progress, case studies with anecdotes from real people and even a daily mood journal.
David D. Burns, M.D.,is an Adjunct Clinical Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine. More than 50,000 mental health professionals have attended his workshops throughout the United States and Canada. His weekly Feeling Good Podcasts (approaching three million downloads) provide therapists and the general public alike with tips to overcome depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, and habits and addiction. Dr. Burns lives in the San Francisco Bay area. To learn more, visit www.FeelingGreattheBook.com.
| Research Reveals Daily Dose of Peanuts Delivers Body and Mind Benefits Americans Encouraged to Pause for PeanutsAlbany, Ga. (September 11, 2020) – For a health routine boost, add a dose of peanuts. Research shows pausing daily for peanuts or peanut butter does a body and mind good. Peanuts are a superfood so just a small amount can fend off mid-morning hunger, help eliminate the afternoon slump and deliver much-needed brainpower.To encourage better health, The Peanut Institute is launching a week-long Pause for Peanuts program that kicks off on September 13, National Peanut Day. For seven days, the institute is suggesting everyone take a break to toss back some peanuts or enjoy a spoonful of peanut butter. “Research around the world has found that eating peanuts or peanut butter on a daily basis delivers numerous benefits, including sustained energy, improved mental cognition and, overall, a longer and healthier life,” says Samara Sterling, Ph.D., director of research for The Peanut Institute. “Specifically, regular peanut consumption has been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and numerous kinds of cancer.” Peanut Protein Fuels the DayFor those who are looking to ward off hunger, an ounce of peanuts packs more protein than any other nut.1 A single serving of approximately 35 peanuts delivers seven grams of plant-based protein along with fiber and healthy fats, all of which contribute to satiety. In addition, peanuts stimulate peptide YY, a hormone that decreases appetite.“A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that participants who ate just three tablespoons of peanut butter with breakfast had a lower desire to eat 8-10 hours later,” explains Dr. Sterling. “Peanuts also have a low glycemic index that helps stabilize blood sugar to prevent the feeling of ‘crashing’ in the afternoon.”Snacking between meals is another way to avoid sluggishness. Dr. Sterling supports smart snacking that delivers nutritional benefits. For example, she suggests trading out a high-carbohydrate or “empty calorie” snack like pretzels with a serving of nutrient-dense peanut butter and carrots. “A healthy snack is a powerful tool that can deliver a much-needed boost of energy any time of the day,” says Dr. Sterling. More Power for the BrainThe benefits of peanut and peanut butter consumption go beyond the body and reach the brain.In addition to protein, a single serving of peanuts is packed with 19 vitamins and minerals, including the antioxidant resveratrol, which has been shown to increase blood flow to the brain.2 Peanuts also contain high levels of niacin and are a good source of vitamin E – two nutrients that support brain health and have long been known to protect against Alzheimer’s disease and age-related cognitive decline.3 Overall HealthPeanuts deliver both short-term and long-term health benefits. Research shows eating peanuts twice a week can reduce the risk of premature death by 12%4and reduce the risk for certain cancers, including colorectal, gastric, pancreatic and lung cancers5. Regular consumption can also reduce the risk of death due to heart disease by 24%, respiratory disease by 16%, infections by 32% and kidney disease by 48%.4“The advantage of peanuts is the fact that just a small amount can deliver significant benefits. What’s more, peanuts and peanut butter are affordable and convenient so they’re easy to incorporate into a daily diet,” says Dr. Sterling.For more information on the Pause for Peanuts program, visit peanutinstitute.com. The Peanut Institute website also features recipes that cover all parts of the day -- breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and snacks. # # #Sources:1. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. 2013, USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 26. Nutrient Data Laboratory Home Page, http://www.ars.usda.gov/ba/bhnrc/ndl.2. Kennedy DO, Wightman EL, Reay JL et al. Effects of resveratrol on cerebral blood flow variables and cognitive performance in humans: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover investigation. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010;91(6):1590-97.3. Joseph JA, Fisher DR, Cheng V, Rimando AM and Shukitt-Hale B. Cellular and behavioral effects of stilbene resveratrol ana- logues: implications for reducing the deleterious effects of aging. J Agric Food Chem. 2008;56(22):10544-51.4. Bao Y, Han J, Hu FB. Association of nut consumption with total and cause-specific mortality. N Engl J Med. 2013;369:2001-11.5. Zhang D, Dai C, Zhou L, et al. Meta-analysis of the association between nut consumption and the risks of cancer incidence and cancer-specific mortality. Aging (Albany NY). 2020;12(11):10772-10794. doi:10.18632/aging.103292. |
WestJet to offer guests no-charge COVID-19 travel insurance for air and vacation reservations
Guests can confidently book travel to Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe including the U.K. with coverage for COVID-19 medical and quarantine costs
CALGARY, AB, Sept. 11, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, WestJet is announcing no-charge COVID-19 travel insurance coverage for eligible guests booking travel to Mexico, the Caribbean and European destinations including the United Kingdom.
For reservations made on or after September 18, 2020, any WestJet air-only reservation including WestJet Vacations bookings for travel to and from Mexico, the Caribbean (excluding the U.S.), Europe (including U.K.) and inbound to Canada will provide eligible guests no-charge COVID-19 travel insurance through new partner TuGo®. Coverage will be automatically applied at no additional charge to eligible guests at the time of purchase for travel until August 31, 2021 for up to 21 days. One-way travel reservations will also be eligible for coverage for up to seven days.
"We know Canadians are seeking reassurance and our guests can now have confidence knowing they are protected against unforeseen medical costs related to the pandemic when choosing to book with WestJet," said Arved von zur Muehlen, WestJet Chief Commercial Officer. "Safety measures have been implemented across our entire travel journey and providing our guests peace of mind during their travels is worth the investment we are making to ensure the safest travel experience for our guests."
TuGo® Travel Insurance COVID-19 coverage for WestJet guests includes*:
- Emergency medical and hospital costs for outbound travellers if diagnosed with COVID-19 while outside of Canada (excluding U.S) for up to a maximum limit of $100,000 CAD per insured person.
- Emergency medical and hospital costs for inbound travellers visiting Canada diagnosed with COVID-19 while in Canada up to the maximum limit of $100,000 CAD per insured person.
- Quarantine accommodation costs when the traveller tests positive for COVID-19 on the trip up to $150 CAD per insured person, per day to a maximum of 14 days for inbound and outbound reservations.
- Ambulance transportation and air evacuation costs related to COVID-19, up to the maximum limit of $100,000 CAD per insured person for inbound and outbound guests.
- COVID-19 repatriation costs in case of death of up to $5,000 CAD per insured person for inbound and outbound guests.
- One-way economy airfare for the return of one travelling companion and dependent children when air evacuated back home for treatment.
"TuGo is excited to partner with WestJet to offer Canadians an opportunity to travel again," said Patrick Robinson, TuGo's CEO. "With our shared focus on the health, wellness and safety of travellers, it's a natural fit for our two Canadian-owned and operated companies to come together to equip and support Canadians in this 'next normal'."
WestJet has built a framework to ensure Canadians can continue to travel safely and responsibly. From the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the airline invested quickly in hygiene and safety measures to mitigate the risk throughout the entire travel journey, investing millions of dollars' worth of equipment, cleaning and additional measures to protect those who had to fly. The airline continues to invest, test and trial multiple additional safety measures to ensure safety above all.
*Exclusions apply. Not available to residents of Saskatchewan or for travel including cruises. For full coverage details, please visit here.
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WestJet and WestJet Encore continue to connect all 39 of the airline's domestic airports, with a reduced frequency, to ensure essential travel, trade and cargo can continue during the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, WestJet has maintained its status as one of the top-10 on-time airlines in North America as named by Cirium.
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Advisory - Canadian Microbial Leaders Available to Comment on Solution for COVID-19 Wastewater and Environmental Monitoring, and Need for Holistic Testing Solutions
FREDERICTON, NB, Sept. 11, 2020 /CNW/ - With much of the COVID-19 response to date focusing on human-to-human transmission of the virus, the importance of environmental monitoring remains largely unaddressed. In order to implement a holistic monitoring system for facilities and people, the world must turn its attention to wastewater as a surveillance testing system for detecting the presence of the novel coronavirus. This will allow for non-invasive insights into larger populations to better understand population health and resources needed for additional testing. With businesses and schools reopening this month across the country, understanding and monitoring the environment has never been more crucial for containing the spread of COVID-19.
LuminUltra, a Canada-based biotechnology front-runner has been testing wastewater for the presence of pathogens and microbes for over 20 years. In May 2020, LuminUltra launched its GeneCount Environmental Monitoring Solutions – an on-site environmental monitoring system that detects the presence of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, on surfaces, in the air, or in wastewater. This portable monitoring system includes the testing supplies and qPCR device needed to detect the presence of the virus. This enables a wide range of industries including schools, hospitality providers, healthcare services and manufacturing facilities to accurately verify disinfection protocols, as well as pinpoint potential asymptomatic and presymptomatic carriers on-site, within two hours – without needing to send samples to a lab.
LuminUltra has been recognized nationally and internationally for their research and innovation in wastewater, and their wastewater testing solutions have been relied upon by major Canadian cities including Calgary, Ottawa and Toronto.
What: Interview opportunities with LuminUltra President and CEO Pat Whalen, and/or Director of Product Applications Dr. Jordan Schmidt to discuss the need for widespread environmental testing, and LuminUltra's solutions
When and Where: Over the coming weeks, LuminUltra Leaders are available for comment or interview via phone or videoconference
Who: Pat Whalen, President and CEO of LuminUltra, has been at the helm of all of the major innovation and development of wastewater testing solutions to identify the presence of pathogens and microbes in sewage. Whalen is able to discuss wastewater testing protocols, LuminUltra's testing solutions and background science behind environmental testing.
Dr. Jordan Schmidt, Director of Product Applications, has worked in the water and wastewater industry for more than 10 years and holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Dalhousie University. Dr. Schmidt is able to discuss the science behind wastewater testing, as well as ongoing research in partnership with Dalhousie University.
About LuminUltra:
Founded in 1995, LuminUltra is a biological diagnostic testing company headquartered in Canada with operations in 6 countries. It is widely recognized globally as a leader in developing tests and reagents for environmental, industrial, and diagnostic monitoring and is a key supplier of COVID-19 clinical testing reagents to the Government of Canada. Customers in over 80 countries trust LuminUltra's technology, production reliability and history of customer service excellence to deliver their essential services in a safe-state. To learn more, visit luminultra.com/clinical
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