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Millions of people who take daily multivitamins may not be reaping the perceived health benefits, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. One in three American adults take a daily multivitamin to ward off disease, but studies suggest that multivitamins don’t help you live longer. The study, which looked at nearly 400,000 generally healthy adults over a 20-year period, found no evidence that long-term daily use of a multivitamin reduced the risk of death. Instead, in the early stages of the study, people who took multivitamins had a 4% higher risk of death.…
Photo: Canva. Design: Eat This, Not That!There’s no fruit more synonymous with summer than watermelon. Not only is the red-hued fruit tasty, beautiful, and widely available, but because it is comprised of 90% water, it’s a fantastic option if you’re trying to lose weight, because it’s a sweet and satisfying treat that also keeps you feeling fuller, longer compared to many other snacks. In fact, research from the University of Kentucky suggests that eating watermelon improves lipid profiles and lowers fat accumulation, thanks to the fruit’s high concentration of anthocyanin, a compound that calms the action of fat-storage genes and…
An FSJ Q&A with Under Secretary for Management John Bass Beth Walrond Foreign Service Journal: In your role as Under Secretary for Management, you oversee both the Bureau of Medical Services (MED) and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS). These are the two bureaus with the most influence on whether people seek mental health care and the impact of that care on their careers. From that position, how do you ensure the most access for those who need it? U/S John Bass: Ensuring our workforce and family members have access to quality mental health services is more important than ever, and…
Here is a practical first aid kit for mental health for diplomat families. Rear Mirror Beth Walrond “Nearly 20% of children and youth ages 3 to 17 in the United States have a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral disorder, and suicidal behavior among high school students increased by more than 40% in the 10 years leading up to 2019. … These trends have exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic,” the National Library of Medicine reported in 2022. These grim statistics mean that many of the children and families of diplomats have or will have mental health problems — and that doesn’t…
President’s View Tom Yazdgerdi I’m glad to see it Ministry of Foreign Affairs Journal This issue focuses on mental health issues among diplomats. For too long, seeking mental health resources has been subject to stigma and fear, such as losing your security clearance or being seen as a weak person who can’t handle the work of a diplomat. In the past, the response to people who said they needed help was “bear with it.” We need to do more, but thankfully we are moving away from that mindset. It was clearly not the right way to deal with mental health…
Chef John says, “Any time I make something with fresh peaches, I feel like I’m wasting the fruit. When I eat sweet, ripe peaches, their perfection makes it seem silly to use them in a recipe.” These recipes will show off summer’s bounty. And if you have peaches galore, here are ways to enjoy them as an appetizer, side dish, main dish, or dessert.Fried Peaches and Pancetta PizzaChef John”This is so good! I made this at the height of peach season and my whole family was like, ‘Wow’ while it was cooking. But when I served it, the ‘Wow’ quickly…
These delicious recipes will have you dreaming about your lunch break all morning long. Each recipe aligns with diabetic-friendly eating patterns to support healthy blood sugar levels and lower the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease. Made with heart-healthy ingredients, they’re also low in calories, carbohydrates, saturated fat and sodium. With delicious, filling options like the Chipotle Lime Cauliflower Taco Bowl and the Avocado, Tomato and Chicken Sandwich, these lunches will keep you energized and fueled until your next meal. Chipotle Lime Cauliflower Taco Bowl A pre-cooked version of our popular Chipotle Lime Cauliflower Tacos. A bold, smoky marinade…
For many, Jiri Prochazka may be the most mythical fighter on the UFC roster.Known as the “Czech Samurai,” he is a follower of Bushido and the swordsmanship philosophy of Miyamoto Musashi, and styles the hair on the top of his head as an ode to Mongkol, the traditional headdress worn by Muay Thai warriors.”Once you embrace the way of the warrior, you have to embrace a lifestyle that requires you to hone your body, your breath and your focus every minute, every second of every day,” he said. Athletic on monday.But Prochazka said Wednesday he fears he will be at…
image: Immunofluorescence images show detailed morphology and cellular composition of femurs from middle-aged mice. credit: Jennifer TrowbridgeHuman bone marrow is the gelatinous substance found inside your bones and is one of our body’s invisible powerhouses, silently churning out around 500 billion new blood cells every day. This process is driven by hematopoietic stem cells, which generate the various blood cells in your body and also self-renew to keep the process running smoothly.Hematopoietic stem cells and aging Hematopoietic stem cells are not immune to aging, and their function declines with age, leading to increased risk of serious diseases such as blood…
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi, founder of Art of Living, will be at Merrill Auditorium on Saturday. Courtesy of Art of Living Foundation International spiritual leader and founder of the Art of Living, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, will visit Portland for the first time on Saturday for an event at Merrill Auditorium, his only scheduled public appearance in the United States this year. Shankar founded the Art of Living Foundation in 1981 as an educational and humanitarian endeavor known for developing and teaching holistic health techniques, including meditation and breathing exercises, in the name of creating a more peaceful society.…