Lack of Sleep leads to Obesity in Children and Adolescents
Children who get less than the recommended amount of sleep for their age are at a higher risk of developing obesity.
Research at the University of Warwick has found that children and adolescents who regularly sleep less than others of the same age gain more weight when they grow older and are more likely to become overweight or obese.
One of the co-authors, Dr Michelle Miller, Reader of Biochemical Medicine, Health Sciences, Warwick Medical School said: “Being overweight can lead to cardiovascular disease and type-2-diabetes which is also on the increase in children. The findings of the study indicate that sleep may be an important potentially modifiable risk factor (or marker) of future obesity.”
The paper, Sleep duration and incidence if obesity in infants, children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies, has been published in the journal Sleep. The paper’s authors reviewed the results of 42 population studies of infants, children and adolescents aged 0 to 18 years which included a total of 75,499 participants. Their average sleep duration was assessed through a variety of methods, from questionnaires to wearable technology.
The participants were grouped into two classifications: short sleeper and regular sleepers. Short sleepers were defined as having less sleep than the reference category for their age. This was based on the most recent National Sleep Foundation guidelines in the U.S. which recommends that infants (4 to 11 months) get between 12-15 hours of nightly sleep, that toddlers (1-2 years) get 11-14 hours of sleep, children in pre-school (3-5 years) get 10-13 hours and school aged children (6-13 years) between 9 and 11 hours. Teenagers (14-17 years) are advised to get 8-10 hours.
Participants were followed up for a median period of three years and changes in BMI and incidences of overweight and/or obesity were recorded over time. At all ages short sleepers gained more weight and overall were 58% more likely to become overweight or obese.
Dr Miller said: “The results showed a consistent relationship across all ages indicating that the increased risk is present in both younger and older children. The study also reinforces the concept that sleep deprivation is an important risk factor for obesity, detectable very early on in life.”
Co-author Professor Francesco Cappuccio added: “By appraising world literature we were able to demonstrate that, despite some variation between studies, there is a strikingly consistent overall prospective association between short sleep and obesity.
“This study builds on our previous analysis of cross-sectional data published in 2008. The importance of the latest approach is that only prospective longitudinal studies were included, demonstrating that short sleep precedes the development of obesity in later years, strongly suggesting causality.”
The prevalence of obesity has increased world-wide and the World Health Organization has now declared it a global epidemic. The paper’s authors stress that whilst healthy eating and exercise are important this study demonstrates that getting enough sleep is equally important. They suggest that educational programmes could be used to empower parents and children to maximise their sleep quantity.
Shivom Partners with Spherity To Solve Issue Of Data Privacy As DNA Sequencing Popularity Grows
Blockchain genomics pioneer and self sovereign identity specialists join forces to securely manage genomic identity and DNA data privacy
Munich, Germany - 13 April 2018 -
Shivom, the blockchain genomics platform that is powering personalized healthcare, has partnered with
Spherity, the decentralised platform provider to ensure the privacy of Shivom’s massive genome datasets as the popularity of DNA sequencing grows.
Spherity, who have supported Shivom’s technical whitepaper in advance of the blockchain genomics company’s forthcoming token sale, will provide the identity layers that identify machines, humans and datasets. They will also provide permission management services that ensure access to the data is restricted to people with the right permissions. In addition, the teams will work on joint research into privacy preservation for DNA data storage and analysis, which will allow Shivom to adopt the latest technology as soon as possible.
“Our partnership with Spherity is particularly important because of the auditable log component that it will enable. In the world of DNA sequencing, researchers need to be able to view a log of who has accessed the information before and when that access occurred. This is an important aspect of our collaboration with Spherity that will enable advances in the world of precision medicine for many years to come,” said Natalie Pankova, Chief Scientific Officer at Shivom.
The storage requirements for genomic data are set to exceed all other fields in the coming years, as more and more people access DNA sequencing. With file sizes ranging from around 100-400GB per genome and a forecast that up to 2 billion people will have had their genomes sequenced by 2025, the way in which this data is stored and accessed will become increasingly important. With Spherity’s help, the Shivom platform will allow for creation of a public identity, a human genome data vault, and a structure for using one-time transaction identities during the registration process.
This will provide a potential solution to the fear that many individuals currently have towards the storage of their genomic sequencing data. Access to the data in the Shivom ecosystem will be managed by each individual DNA data holder, through a public/private key infrastructure that is based on similar blockchain systems previously built by Spherity for the energy sector.
“We are partnering with Shivom to help them develop a high level of privacy and individual control for their blockchain genomics platform. Modern cryptography allows us to add privacy while preserving computation through processes like multiparty computation and homomorphic encryption. Also, zero knowledge proof systems can be used for DNA matching and privacy preserving solutions or customized for human genome analytics,” said Dr Carsten Stöcker, Founder of Spherity.
Spherity will provide added value to the architecture of the Shivom platform and ecosystem, and will comprise part of the components that are required to build an efficient and useable technology to advance the Shivom vision. With Spherity, the platform will be unlike any other, and will allow Shivom to maximize the impact of decentralized DNA data storage, healthcare identity management, and data sharing.
Student outcomes are the most relevant factor when it comes to measuring the success of a learning environment. Though classroom design has an important influence on learning achievement, the majority of time is spent on traditional methods of enhancing the learning progress, such as executing standardized tests, professional growth for educators, and advancement or mediation courses for students. Thanks to a growing awareness of the profound impact classroom design can have on the educational achievements of students, opinions on classroom design are changing, as educators are making strides toward constructing optimal learning environments with the goal of meeting the educational needs of various groups of students.
I found that as a classroom teacher, allowing students to choose the spots they found most comfortable to work in helped students concentrate and allowed me to concentrate on facilitating learning, not managing behavior. – Jennifer Stringer
Classroom Style
When creating classroom designs suited to enhance the educational experience of all learners, educators are focusing on cultivating student growth in creativity, collaboration, and communication. Along with the initiative for personalized learning, a core focus of modern classroom design is flexibility. Flexible classroom designs allow learners to make choices, experiment with learning techniques, and ultimately discover how they learn best. A flexible classroom layout also supplies teachers with a greater capacity to effectively respond to different students’ learning needs. Flexible classrooms usually incorporate some type of group discussion area, a variety of seating options, and a flexible space, which can be adjusted for many specialized activities. With the central goal of providing the space for students to explore, share, and create collaboratively, flexible classroom arrangements provide the means for a variety of group set-ups and lesson formats in hopes of addressing all students’ needs.
Alyson Gembala (Twitter), ChildhoodExplored.com – “My favorite classroom I’ve ever taught in is covered in children’s art. It is a preschool classroom, and kids are loudly and joyfully learning all the time. They can reach everything they need to create art or inventions or things I hadn’t even thought about. Teacher of course set up lessons and activities, but the students are empowered to learn through play and problem-solve for themselves. The curriculum is created based upon the interests and developmental needs of the students, so it’s different every year. We always keep the doors open, and children are free to go to other classrooms or even outside during their learning time. The school was designed so that adults can be stationed in various places and the kids could be free to learn where they feel curious.”
Shantala Boss (Facebook), MS, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, – “A child’s learning can be impacted by many different factors and the ambiance of a classroom does play a very important role. Muted colors and lamps or natural light create a welcoming, positive environment for children. Fluorescent lighting has the opposite effect. Another idea is to add plants to the classroom. Plants are a natural mood booster and studies have shown they can reduce stress and anxiety.”
Heidi McBain, MA, LMFT, LPC, RPT, Author of the book, Life Transitions: Personal Stories of Hope Through Life’s Most Difficult Challenges and Changes – “As a play therapist, I look at space from a relational stand point. So, if the space is warm and inviting and creates connection between the kids, then this will also help with learning because they feel comfortable here. When I think of warm and inviting spaces, I think of bright colors, carpet, pillows, toys, books, art… open spaces, but also nooks where a kid could go read a book or play with a toy, if they needed some downtime/alone time.”
Dr. Mimi Shagaga (Instagram) (Facebook), Licensed Clinical Psychologist, – “Physical environments in the classroom can have a significant impact on learning. Research has indicated that classroom organization, access of supplies, lighting and even the color of a classroom can boost academic achievement levels. Additionally, crowded classrooms with more students have been linked to lower levels of achievement. Research has also indicated that classrooms with windows, particularly with views of some type of landscape have been linked to better performance on tests. It has also been found that these types of classrooms have led to less mental fatigue and better performance in the areas of attention and focus.”
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Low Carb vs. Low Fat: The Unimportance of Fad Diets
Low carb and low-fat fad diets have captivated much attention. To determine which of these two fad diets is best, Stanford Medicine performed a study.(1) It concluded that these diets yield about the same amount of weight loss.
How, then, should we determine what to eat to be as healthy as possible? Of course, some fad diets will be more effective for some people and less effective for others. But there is a simple solution that helps most people to look and feel healthy.
Fad diets requiring limited calories, or even elimination of entire food groups like grains, will continue to arise. The problem with these diets? They are not sustainable.
If you limit your caloric intake, fast, or eliminate food groups, you will probably feel irritable. You might feel tired, think slower, and be less productive. Eating habits should not negatively impact your life like this.
What’s the secret to looking and feeling healthy? Being healthy is simple: eat healthy food and stay away from junk food. Junk food includes products with added sugar and refined grain.
Many people feel that resisting junk food is a nearly impossible task. However, people that eat healthily all the time, aside from looking healthy on the outside, feel healthy on the inside. They feel fresher, alert, and lighter.
In fact, the healthier you eat, the more likely your body is to reject unhealthy food; your body will realize that eating junk for 5 minutes a day makes you feel like junk for 23 hours and 55 minutes a day.
The Ocinator Food Guide shows you how to feel healthy all day by eating healthy all the time. The Guide includes healthy food to eat and junk food to stay away from, even at restaurants.
Of course, the transition from habitually consuming junk food to eliminating junk food can be tough. But fad diets are not the way to a sustainably healthy body; eating healthily is. And once you do take the leap and begin your journey of sustainable healthiness, you will not want to go back.
Written by fitness expert and Stanford Engineer, Nico Chavando. Nico Chavando is the creator of the Ocinator Fitness program available at Ocinator.com
Treat the woman who deserves it all!
The perfect guide to pampering the leading lady in your life this Mother’s Day
She’s your best friend, the shoulder you cry on, the superhero in your life and most importantly, she’s the woman you turn to for love and support. Whether it’s your mom, step-mom, sister, grandma, aunt or the woman you admire most, this Mother’s Day show her how much she means to you with these gift ideas for ladies who do it all!
The beauty queen
Snag the title of favorite child by sweeping her away for an afternoon of carefree indulgence at Blitz Facial Bar. Treat the #Queen in your life to The Works on this special day, complete with microdermabrasion, steam and lymphatic massage. This treatment will recharge her batteries and help her rule her kingdom. Can’t make it in? Take the spa to her with their Mother’s Day special on Blitz Facial Bar sheet masks which include a set of three skin revitalizing treatments for $35 in-store and online.
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The foodie-mama
Skip the dishes and let the chef be served at
Northern Maverick Brewing Co.’s Sunday brunch. Whether her favourite includes an Eggs Benny (because who doesn’t love a good hollandaise) or she has a sweet tooth for Pancakes (Vegan Banana to boot), Northern Maverick Brewing Co. is the place to be, with $5 MOMosa’s, mom will be serving up her love for you in no time.
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The sleep diva
We’ve probably given her sleepless nights since we were born, so whether she is a mom-to-be or the mother of five, she won’t need to count sheep from the comfort of her new Casper. Let her sleep-in and hit snooze with no guilt in an award-winning sleep system featuring Casper’s inimitable pillow and their perpetually soft sheets.
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The jet-setter
While no material gift measures how much we LOVE mom, a weeklong Club Med Ixtapa Pacificescape is the mother (pun intended) of all vacations. With Kid’s and Baby Club services they’ve got the little ones covered -- meaning mom can take her time indulging in luxurious spa treatments, relaxing on the golden sandy beaches or exploring a new hobby with one of Club Med’s professional instructors. Be sure to leave your mark in the sand…XOXO Mama’s girl.
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Mental health initiative focuses on improving treatment for trauma
Homewood Chair in Mental Health and Trauma will lead national network
HAMILTON, ON, April 12, 2018 /CNW/ - There is more awareness and less stigma now to mental health issues caused by trauma, but much more needs to be done to improve care and find cures, says a psychologist named the inaugural Homewood Chair in Mental Health and Trauma.
"There is tremendous room for advancement in the area of trauma," says Dr. Margaret McKinnon. "For example, traumatic responses are often thought to be fear-based, such as the fear of being blown up after return from the combat theatre. But responses to trauma are complex and also include such things as difficulty experiencing positive emotions or feeling numbed out or not present.
"We also need to understand better how emotional trauma has a physical impact on the brain."
McKinnon's new role, being announced at an event Monday April 16, marks the strategic partnering of four organizations dedicated to improving the lives of people suffering from trauma-related mental illness and addiction.
McMaster University, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, Homewood Health and Homewood Research Institute have partnered to establish the position, as well as a network of researchers, evaluators and clinicians working to advance clinical practice and outcomes in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related illnesses. The collaborative network will have its foundations in Ontario and will expand across Canada and beyond in a multi-year process.
McKinnon will play a key role in building the national network – known as the Homewood-McMaster Trauma Research Network – and will lead the development of a Trauma Research Program at Homewood Research Institute (HRI).
At HRI, McKinnon is guiding the development of a clinical research and knowledge translation program at Homewood. She is an associate professor of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University, and she serves as a psychologist and the academic head of the mood disorders program at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton.
As a PTSD researcher, McKinnon is well-known for authoring a novel study about PTSD vulnerability based on findings in a group of airline passengers – herself included – who experienced a traumatic event on Air Transat Flight 236 when their plane ran out of fuel over the Atlantic Ocean in 2001. The study revealed important risk factors that could predict PTSD vulnerability. McKinnon has since made significant contributions to the field of PTSD research involving military members, veterans and first responders.
This joint effort aims to merge existing expertise in applied clinical research with new treatment interventions, clinical innovation, research, evaluation and knowledge exchange to optimize care and outcomes for people experiencing PTSD.
"It is rare to find someone like Dr. McKinnon, who is so fully engaged in both the clinical and scientific realms," says Ron Schlegel, chair of the Homewood Research Institute.
"Dr. McKinnon is uniquely equipped for this role and will be leading the development of a national research enterprise that none of our organizations could build alone."
Dr. Paul O'Byrne, dean and vice-president of the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster, adds: "This is an initiative that will involve Dr. McKinnon, a leader in trauma-based mental health, and use the assets of all four institutions to advance this important area of care along faster than any of us could do alone. This is an important national development."
"This important collaboration brings together the unique strengths of academic health science partners across clinical settings to better understand and translate novel interventions into practice for those who are suffering," says Dr. Kevin Smith, CEO of the St. Joseph's Health System.
"Together we will grow and strengthen research into mental health and addictions – regionally, nationally and internationally."
Jagoda Pike, president and CEO of Homewood Health, says: "Under Dr. McKinnon's leadership, the national Trauma Research Network represents the future of PTSD research and treatment in Canada. Our patients and clients will benefit tremendously from the work of this new network."
A ceremony to honour McKinnon's appointment to the Homewood Chair in Mental Health and Trauma is set for 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 16 at McMaster's David Braley Health Sciences Centre, 100 Main Street West, Hamilton.
Editors: A picture and a short video of Dr. Margaret McKinnon talking about her research is available for you here: https://fhs.mcmaster.ca/media/Homewood_Chair
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4 Strategies for Emotionally Reinvigorating Your Family
Maintaining your family bonds can be a challenge as your children grow into adults. There may be moments of strife that can color all of your interactions. Family relationships are ones that need to evolve with the passage of time. Here are some strategies for how you can reconnect as a family.
Schedule Family Outings
You need to set aside time in all of your busy schedules to spend time together. Family game night will only get you so far. You need to create shared experiences so that you can learn more about each other. Many families will go out to dinner and the movies. This may be something that your family enjoys doing as well. Consider doing something that is new and different. Let each member of the family select an outing of their choice. This way everyone will feel included in the process.
Take an Exercise Class Together
Exercise is a great way to reduce your stress load. The physical exertion causes the release of endorphins that the body interprets as pleasurable. Enroll in yoga classesas a family to create a shared experience. You may find that it can help to center your whole family. There are other exercise classes that you may enjoy more. The point is to do something as a family.
Focus on Your Relationships
You may be tempted to get caught up in the drama of your day to day life. This can cause you to fail to see what is going on around you. The rest of your family may be stuck in a similar rut. Focus on the important things that are going on in your lives. Share details about your days. You really need to listen to the other members of your family. Being heard can help to invigorate your relationships.
Talk through the Issues
Communication is keyto maintaining healthy relationships. Don’t stop listening once you’ve finished talking. This can be damaging to the emotional health of the other members of your family. Hear what the other person is saying before formulating a response. People spend so much time thinking about what they want to say, that they don’t really pay attention to what the other person is trying to convey. Work through your issues everyday so that things don’t start to fester.
There are lots of different ways that you can improve the emotional health of your family. Focus on shared events. Reconnect to form a lasting connection.
Free Online Programs for Healthcare Professionals Now Available Through Innovative Collaboration
OTTAWA, April 11, 2018 /CNW/ - An exciting new pilot collaboration is providing additional accredited online programs to Fellows of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and MOC MAINPORT ePortfolio users.
This innovative pilot collaboration with the mdBriefCase Group will see two new self-assessment programs offered free of charge to Royal College Fellows and MOC MAINPORT ePortfolio users on the topics of CanMEDS and Research Ethics. Both are available online as of today. Other healthcare professionals in Canada and abroad will be able to access the programs at a cost of $65 CAD.
Developed by leading specialists and peer-reviewed by experts in the field, these programs offer unique learning opportunities in English and French, combined with the flexibility and convenience of online delivery.
The program on the Royal College's CanMEDS Framework will use case-based scenarios to help physicians and surgeons enhance their abilities within seven primary roles essential to quality patient care: communicator, collaborator, leader, health advocate, scholar, professional, and medical expert.
"The world of medicine is always changing. We want to serve specialists by giving them tools and resources they need to adapt and thrive in their work," said Dr. Andrew Padmos, Royal College CEO. "Providing better patient care isn't just about improving technical skills – I'm pleased MOC users have the opportunity to refresh their intrinsic roles with the CanMEDS online program."
The Research Ethics program aims to help protect participants in clinical research trials by educating health care providers about established research ethics principles. Program participants will explore the importance of research ethics principles as illustrated through historical cases. One such case centres on a University of Saskatchewan student who suffered a cardiac arrest during the trial of a new anesthetic drug. The researchers failed to disclose that the hazards of this drug were largely unknown.
"There is a fundamental obligation — at a time of ever-expanding complexity in medical research — to do everything possible to respect the rights of human research participants and protect them from harm of any kind," said Dr. Andrew Padmos, Royal College CEO. "This program will cover the material that every scientist should know."
"If you're a Royal College Fellow or an MOC MAINPORT ePortfolio user, these online programs have been built with you in mind," added Kirk Fergusson, Managing Director (Canada and Corporate Services) of the mdBriefCase Group. "Our program features interactive expert videos, interesting case challenges, and knowledge assessment questions designed to really enhance the overall learning experience."
Healthcare professionals can register for these new offerings on the mdBriefCase website, www.mdbriefcase.com.
About the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is the national, not-for-profit organization that oversees the medical education of specialists in Canada by setting high standards for postgraduate medical education and continuing professional development. In collaboration with health organizations and government agencies, the Royal College also plays a role in developing sound health policy in Canada.
About mdBriefCase Group
mdBriefCase Group specializes in accredited, online continuing professional development (CPD) programs, custom tailored for specific international markets and available on a convenient online platform. All content is developed by leading specialists and peer-reviewed by experts at respected institutions, which keeps more than 170,000 global healthcare professionals at the forefront of the latest evidence and protocols worldwide.
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Do You Have the Jitters?
Surprising Things That Could Be Causing Anxiety
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Anxiety is a mental illness that disrupts daily life causing feelings of impending doom along with unwanted thoughts and unpleasant physical symptoms. Some people are more predisposed to anxiety than others. Did you know that there are “external” factors/habits in our daily lives that can increase anxiety? Dr. Sanam Hafeez a NYC based neuropsychologist and Teaching Faculty Member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College shares surprising things that could be causing anxiety. You may see several on this list that are causing jitters in your own life.
- Cigarettes
Often, people who smoke tend to rely on cigarettes to ease their anxiety. However, nicotine found in cigarettes affects your brain, including your mood. But nicotine also ramps up blood pressure and heart rate, two physical symptoms that can mirror anxiety. In addition, the carbon monoxide in cigarette smoke also may cause breathing problems that the body responds to as if it's suffocating, increasing the likelihood of panic attacks. The relief a smoker feels is temporary and will likely return and cause an even greater risk of anxiety symptoms Studies have found that those who quit smoking for more than two weeks had lower anxiety levels than when they were smoking regularly.
- Caffeine
The jitters, shakes, and irregular heart rhythm one might get after a dose of caffeine can feel an awful lot like a panic attack, especially if you are already susceptible. That's because caffeine stimulates your "fight or flight" response, tricking the body into feeling like it’s being chased by a lion even when there is no danger present. If caffeine makes you anxious switch to decaf coffee, and do not drink energy drinks such as Redbull which are loaded with caffeine. Be wary of PMS medications like Midol which contain a hefty dose of caffeine as an active ingredient.
- Medications
Medicines that contain caffeine, such as Anacin, Empirin, Excedrin, No-Doz, and cough medicines. Decongestants, such as phenylephrine, including Sudafed PE can bring on symptoms of anxiety or panic. Some ADHD medications also list anxiety or nervousness as a possible side effect. These medications include Adderall, Ritalin, and Straterra to name a few. Some birth control pills can contribute to feelings of emotional disturbance including depression and anxiety. Asthma medications can cause symptoms of anxiety for some patients. The National Institute of Health reports that the use of bronchodilators can lead to feelings of anxiety and nervousness. If you are prone to anxiety, make your doctor aware of this to be sure that both OTC meds and prescriptions will not exacerbate your symptoms.
- Alcohol
Anxiety and alcohol use are often connected. People often drink to relax and reduce anxiety, and in some instances, chronic alcohol abuse can lead to anxiety. With both alcohol use and anxiety being so prevalent in the US, it’s no surprise that the two are often linked. Drinking alcohol can influence the brain chemistry and change the levels of serotonin. Alcohol can affect your mood and decrease the “feel good” chemical in your brain increasing feelings of anxiety and depression. Long-term heavy drinkers may be exposed to a higher risk of anxiety.
- Hormonal Activity
Hormones are the messengers to the brain and when your body is under stress due to internal factors such as the menstrual cycle, this can lead to mood changes and irritability. Adrenal issues — imbalances in the body's stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol, and the precursor hormone DHEA — can cause a variety of symptoms that seem to be mental health-related, including depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Cortisol aka “the stress hormone” can have a powerful effect on your brain, and anything that increases cortisol production or decreases cortisol reduction (such as a lack of exercise) can cause anxiety. Other hormones such as estrogen, testosterone and thyroid can all affect anxiety. If you feel hormones may be the culprit of your anxiety, consult your internist who can do a full blood workup.
- Skipping Meals
Skipping meals can affect your brain, which can lead to a drop in serotonin levels creating symptoms of anxiety. This can cause, mood swings, stress, fatigue and unsteady blood sugar levels. As a result, one might experience shakiness, dizziness, confusion, and difficulty speaking. Prevent these blood sugar swings by eating frequent small meals and keeping snacks on hand.
About the Doctor:
Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD is a NYC based licensed clinical psychologist, teaching faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, P.C. a neuropsychological, developmental and educational center in Manhattan and Queens.
Dr. Hafeez masterfully applies her years of experience connecting psychological implications to address some of today’s common issues such as body image, social media addiction, relationships, workplace stress, parenting and psychopathology (bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, etc…). In addition, Dr. Hafeez works with individuals who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, attention and memory problems, and abuse. Dr. Hafeez often shares her credible expertise to various news outlets in New York City and frequently appears on CNN and Dr.Oz.
Connect with her via twitter @comprehendMind or www.comprehendthemind.com
MYOS RENS Technology Introduces New Sports Nutrition Product Line, Yolked™, and Earns Prestigious "Certified For Sport®" Certification From NSF International
NSF "Certified for Sport®" Certification Further Demonstrates MYOS' Commitment To Providing Safe, Quality Products
CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J., April 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- MYOS RENS Technology Inc. ("MYOS" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: MYOS), a biotherapeutics and bionutrition company and the owner of Fortetropin®, a proprietary bioactive composition derived from fertilized egg yolk that helps build lean muscle in conjunction with resistance training, announced today that it has received the prestigious Certified for Sport® certification from NSF International for its new sports nutrition product line, "Yolked™".
Yolked™ is a novel advanced nutrition product based on Fortetropin® that will be marketed specifically to competitive athletes.
Joseph Mannello, Chief Executive Officer of MYOS RENS Technology, Inc., stated, "Competitive athletes work harder than ever before in building lean muscle mass to gain greater strength, stamina and flexibility. We developed and formulated Yolked™ specifically to meet the needs of these athletes. Our goal for Yolked™ products is to have a major presence in locker rooms and training facilities of collegiate and professional sports teams."
"Athletic programs demand third party certification to protect their athletes and the NSF's "Certified for Sport®" certification is the gold standard. In late 2017, MYOS entered into a strategic partnership with IMG College, a division of IMG, to market its products to collegiate athletic programs and their fans. IMG College has a large national footprint across collegiate athletics that can open the way for MYOS to reach not only the athletic departments, but also the faculty and alumni. Importantly, achieving the Certified for Sport® certification for Yolked™ will enable MYOS to aggressively execute upon our strategic program with IMG," continued Mr. Mannello.
"Achieving NSF's Certified for Sport® certification demonstrates MYOS RENS Technology's commitment to quality, safety and clean sport," said Brian Jordan, CSCS, RSCC *D, Technical Manager of NSF International's Certified for Sport® program. "Consumers can choose Certified for Sport® products with confidence, knowing that those products have been tested for harmful levels of contaminants like lead and arsenic as well as more than 272 athletic banned substances."
The NSF Certified for Sport® Program helps athletes, coaches and trainers make more educated decisions when choosing sports supplements. The program is recognized by the NFL, NFL Players Association, MLB, MLB Players Association, PGA, LPGA and Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sports.
The Certified for Sport® certification mark on packaging helps athletes of all levels choose supplements with confidence. Certified for Sport® supplements must meet rigorous standards that include comprehensive lab testing and extensive evaluation of the manufacturing process to ensure contaminated substances or hidden ingredients are not added to a product. To learn more about the Certified for Sport® program visit nsfsport.com or download our NSF Sport app from your app store.
About MYOS RENS Technology Inc.
MYOS RENS Technology Inc. (MYOS), "The Muscle Company™", is a Cedar Knolls, NJ-based bionutrition company that develops and markets products that improve muscle health and performance. MYOS is the owner of Fortetropin®, a fertilized egg yolk-based product manufactured via a proprietary process to retain and optimize its biological activity. Fortetropin® has been clinically shown to increase muscle size and lean body mass in conjunction with resistance training. MYOS believes Fortetropin® has the potential to redefine existing standards of physical health and wellness. For more information, please visit www.MYOSRENS.com.
