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Looking good and staying fit is a prerequisite in the glamour industry. While the lockdown might have been a chance for many to relax, take a step back, indulge in good food, movies many actors have made sure to make the most of this period and get back in the game fitter and healthier, post the lockdown. Actor Freddy Daruwala who marked his place in Bollywood with films like Akshay Kumar starrer Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty, Force 2, Telugu movies like Touch Chesi Chudu and Gujarati movies like Rachna No Daboo and Suryavanshi believes that one of the easiest way for an actor to come out fitter and stronger post the lockdown is by staying healthy and positive. The actor says, "Honestly, Im not doing anything or going all gung-ho about using various homemade face masks, but I make sure I eat as healthy as possible and Im working out rigorously. The workouts help you to sweat which improves your blood circulation and also brings a glow to your face. Ask about the secret to his gorgeous mane, he quickly says, Im trying to be happy, positive, spend time with my family and sleep well. These elements not just help you to stay afloat in tough times but have wondrous effects on your skin and hair."

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You only need a few seeds each day to reap a heap of health benefits like stabilised blood sugar, heart-healthy fats, protein, fibre, zinc, iron and vitamins.

The different kinds of seeds provide different kinds of benefits so it is good to get a good mix of seeds. Here are seven different kinds of regular seeds that are easy to incorporate in your everyday diet. You need not consume all the different kinds every day pick a couple and rotate them.

Chia seeds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acid ALA. The body cant produce ALA, so you must get it from your diet. It helps the body fight inflammation. Chia seeds are also a good source of protein for a vegan diet. They are rich in iron, calcium, zinc and other minerals. These seeds are popularly eaten as a pudding. There are many chia seed pudding recipes available online.

The simplest way is to eat them is to soak them in milk for a few hours or overnight, chop in a banana or any fruit of choice and enjoy. You can also sprinkle them on salads or include in smoothies.

Flax seeds are a good source of protein, fibre and fatty acids. The ALA fatty acids found in these seeds are good for heart health and have been linked to lower stroke risks. The fibre is good for digestive health and helps maintain regular bowel movement. They are said to help lower blood pressure and regulate blood sugar.

To reap the full benefits of these seeds, opt for the ground kind they are easier for the body to digest. Use them in your smoothies, as a substitute for eggs when baking, sprinkle on salads or cereal or sprinkle them in your drinking water. There are many ways to enjoy these very versatile seeds.

Pumpkin seeds are high in antioxidants, potassium, zinc, iron, vitamin B2 and folate. They are also a good form of magnesium, which is good for bone health and helps decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes. They contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids which, combined with the antioxidants and fiber, assist with heart and liver health.

A study has shown that having a handful of pumpkin seeds alongside a small amount of carbohydrates before bed helps produce melatonin a hormone that regulates sleep.

Sunflower seeds are high in fats that are anti-inflammatory and help with heart health. They are a good source of zinc, folate and vitamin E. Zinc helps boost the immune system and plays a role as an antioxidant.

Sunflower seeds help lower blood cholesterol levels. They are high in fibre, which helps with digestive health.

Enjoy these seeds in your baking and cereals. Just make sure that they are hulled as the shell may cause constipation.

Sesame seeds contain lignans and phytosterol, which help lower blood cholesterol. They may also help reduce the risk of heart disease. They are a good source of protein.

Sesame seeds are high in magnesium, vitamin E and antioxidants. They are also shown to be anti-inflammatory. They contain vitamins C and B.

Enjoy them in your smoothies, granolas, stir-fries, salads and many other ways; they are quite versatile.

They are a great source of protein, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, iron, zinc, calcium and many other minerals. They are good for heart health and boost the immune system. They are said to help reduce the symptoms of PMS and menopause. They are, also, high in fibre.

Poppy Seeds

Poppy seeds are a good source of fibre, fatty acids, iron, copper, potassium amongst many other vitamins and minerals. They are good for digestive, heart and bone health. They assist with lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes.

You can include them in your baking, salads and cooking.

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Carli Liguori, University of Pittsburgh

Have you noticed grabbing an extra bag of chips at the supermarket? Or eating more frozen dinners than you used to? Or even eating snacks that you haven't eaten since you were a little kid?

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended nearly every facet of our daily lives, from how we dress, to how we work, to how we exercise.

It's also changing the way we eat. As a registered dietitian and nutrition researcher, I'm fascinated by the types of food people are buying during this strange time.

One recent survey found that 42% of respondents indicated they're purchasing more packaged food than they typically would and less fresh food.

Sales of frozen pizza have almost doubled. Sales of frozen appetizers and snacks - think Bagel Bites - are over a third, while ice cream sales have increased 36%.

According to Uber Eats, the most common food delivery order in the United States has been french fries, while the most popular beverage has been soda.

To me, these foods have one thing in common: They're the stuff we ate as kids.

Why might grown adults be reaching back into the pantry of their pasts? What is it about a pandemic that makes us feel like we're teenagers at a sleepover?

The reasons are deeply rooted.

At its core, the purpose of food is to nourish. Of course food provides us with the necessary energy and balance of vitamins and minerals to power and fuel the body. But anyone who's reached for a pint of Ben and Jerry's after a particularly stressful day will know that nourishment is about more than nutrition.

During periods of stress, people tend to eat more and show a greater preference for higher calorie foods. The sweeter and saltier the better. Regardless of hunger, a tasty snack can feel comforting. There's evidence to suggest that highly palatable foods, especially those high in fat and sugar, may elicit a response in the brain that is similar to the response from opioids.

Yes, a delicious slice of rich chocolate cake can be just as good as drugs.

We tend to call many of these foods "comfort foods," but the definition of comfort food is a bit slippery. Food is deeply personal. The foods that comfort people depend on their cultural background, taste preference, and personal experience. We know, however, that food can induce feelings of nostalgia that transport us back to simpler times.

So perhaps it's no surprise that, during a period of uncertainty that has many of us desperate for some relief and comfort, the foods of our childhood can act as a salve. For some of us, that bowl of Lucky Charms isn't just a sweet treat; it's a reminder of days gone by, a time of safety and stability.

There's nothing inherently wrong in finding temporary relief from chaos and uncertainty through food. But it's probably best to view these changes in eating behavior as a temporary habit during a weird time. After all, a diet rich in macaroni and cheese and chicken nuggets doesn't exactly set our bodies up for long-term success.

As people's lives start to regain some sense of normalcy, diet can actually be a major part of the equation. Returning to a more health-conscious diet could be part of reestablishing your previous routines. And if you've never been able to find the time to prioritize healthy eating, now could actually be a good opportunity to start laying the groundwork for habits that become the new normal.

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Carli Liguori, Instructor of Nutrition and Behavior Change, University of Pittsburgh

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In 2015, it all came together. Tim Betar, aka TimTheTatman, was able quit his day job and transition to playing video games for a living.

To be fair, he wasnt just playing the gameshe was streaming them, usually for tens of thousands of fans, providing a running commentary of his exploits. His streams began in earnest in 2012, but those first years werent as lucrative, and they required some expert-level time management. (He estimates he was working 70-plus hour weeks between his normal job and his streaming.) After making the switch to gaming full-time, TimTheTatman amassed more and more and more followers across platforms; his meteoric rise timed out perfectly with the meteoric rise of Twitch, the go-to streaming service for gamers and, really, anyone doing anything. He now has millions of followers across platforms.

Theres no guide on how to stream video games for a living, nor is it easy to work from home every day, as many are learning during the COVID-19 crisis. Over the last handful of years, Tim has experienced his own ups and downs as hes establishedand then attempted to maintaina healthy lifestyle while also staring at a screen all day. Mostly, he makes sure to always leave the house in the morning for a Starbucks coffee run.

GQ called up TimTheTatman, whos currently streaming lots of Call of Duty: Warzone, to talk about working from home without losing your mind (relatable!), and how he feels healthier than ever after an on-again, off-again weight-loss journey.

GQ: How did you figure out a healthy structure as you progressed to streaming for hours and hours every day?

TimTheTatman: When I was working a full-time job and doing this on the side, I was basically working like 70 hours a week. I was younger and didnt have a ton of obligations, so it was doable. Once I started streaming full-time, I had to change that. Ive always been a big advocate of streamers taking a couple days off. I always make sure I can take like, two days a week to relax and reset. Not many streamers do that, surprisingly. A lot of them are younger, and play and play and playI get it to an extent, because I used to do that too.

Do you have any sort of working-at-home rituals based around your streaming schedule? I think lots of people are trying to figure out their working-at-home rituals right now.

I have a daily regimen, especially for when I wake up. Before the pandemic happened, I would go to Starbucks and grab my coffee, almost like my own little work commute, even though Im just going to get coffee and then going back home [laughs]. It is pretty easy to sit in your bed all day, but Im a new father, so thats basically impossible for me, since my son wakes me up every day. Ill get up and have my routine with him now.

So you have to force yourself into a routine a bit?

Yeah, totally. When I first started doing this, it was really easy to be like, Im just going to sleep in. Whos gonna tell me otherwise? I was and am my own boss. I really had to force myself into forming habits around my day, which made things a lot better.

Do you have anything that you do to separate your job from your daily life when youre working from home? Theres got to be some sort of mental switch that you flip when you go from streaming for lots of people to relaxing, right?

Before I had this job, I would go to work and come home to play games to relax. So sometimes Ill play games on streams for the majority of the day, and then to wind down, Ill sit back and play some more games at night [laughs]. My audience really loves first-person shooters and battle royales, games that are more fast-paced. They dont like World of Warcraft or similar games as much since theyre more low-key. Sometimes at night, Ill finish streaming for eight hours, and be like, Alright, see ya guys later! Ill put my son to bed, and then play some World of Warcraft. Its kind of hard to explain to my wife and difficult to justify in general.

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Simon Cowell has lost 60 lbs. through his new health regime.

The 60-year-old media mogul overhauled his lifestyle last year and committed to a diet of white meat, fruit, and vegetables, and can't believe the results he's been getting, as he claims he's managed to shed an impressive 60 lbs in the past 12 months.

He said: "I started this diet a year ago and I've lost 60 pounds."

Simon's been sticking to his diet whilst in lockdown amid the coronavirus pandemic, but says he's always tempted to slip into old habits when his six-year-old son Eric - whom he has with his girlfriend Lauren Silverman - has a pizza for dinner.

He added: "I'm doing a bit of cooking. I'm exercising. Funny enough, more during this time as well, sticking to the diet.

"The only difficult thing is when Eric orders a pizza . . . that's the number one thing I miss."

And when he's not busy cooking, Simon has been spending time in the garden with his son, where they often camp overnight at the weekend.

Speaking to The Sun newspaper, he said: "We're camping on the weekends in the garden in tents. Lauren, the first time, at 11 o'clock said, 'I can't deal with this' . . . and I said 'No, we're staying outside'."

Meanwhile, the 'X Factor' creator previously said he can't believe how good he looks since losing weight, as he managed to shave several inches from his waistline.

He said in January: "The most dramatic period was the first month where most of the weight comes off and you look at yourself and think 'wow'. I used to be 36 inch waist and now I've lost four inches. I'm really happy now.

"You can drink this light beer but you've got to be sensible about quantities. I have loads more energy and feel great.

"All I do is avoid just red meat - white meat is fine - and I eat loads of vegetables, salads and drink this great beer. I'm on a diet but it doesn't feel like it now because the food I eat is really healthy and I don't find it tedious. If it's boring you won't stick to it."

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Data unequivocally shows that being obese and/or having diet-related diseases is responsible for 90 percent of non-age-related hospitalizations from COVID-19.

Weve all read countless articles saying were pitted in a war against the coronavirus. We question the frequent use of war and battle when referring to disease mitigation, but if we accept these military terms, wed like to add collaborator to the discussion.

An example: In WWII, the German advance was aided by French collaborators who smoothed the way into their country by identifying weaknesses in French defenses.

In todays America, junk, processed and fast food, along with soda, are relentlessly hawked by corporations to an increasingly obese public. In other words, the excess calories, sugar, salt and fat that were eating and drinking are slowly killing us.

Now, theyre also lending a helping hand to COVID-19the new enemy.

The U.S. military, for whom words like war and battle are not metaphors, as they are above, is handicapped by the obesity epidemic. They have stated their current pool of potential recruits are so unhealthy, due to obesity and heart disease, that fitness standards were lowered in order to fill their ranks. A 2018 study, Unhealthy and Unprepared, concluded that overweight youth are having an impact on the militarys ability to maintain effectiveness. Currently one-third of 17- to 24-year-olds are ineligible to join because of their weight.

Data unequivocally shows that being obese and/or having diet-related diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes or heart disease, or the conditions that flow from these like kidney failure, is responsible for 90 percent of non-age-related hospitalizations from COVID-19. So, if it isnt bad enough that diabetes leads to amputations, blindness and dialysis, it also is a highly correlated factor for virus-related deaths.

Aside from the heartbreak of increased vulnerability to COVID-19, theres a crippling economic cost. In a truly scandalous situation, America now spends 21 percent of its health care dollars on obesity-related diseases.

A main one of which is the aforementioned diabetes. According to the American Diabetic Association, a third of Americans are either diabetic or prediabetic. The national cost of treatment in 2017 was more than $327 billion, up 26 percent from $245 billion in 2012.

According to the CDC, Chronic disease accounts for approximately 75 percent of the nations aggregate health care spending. In terms of public insurance, treatment ofchronic diseaseconstitutes an even larger proportion of spending96 cents per dollar for Medicare.

Even prominent bankers, not traditionally focused on issues beyond profit and loss, have raised the alarm. The May 3 Bank of America Global Research Paper on predicted post-COVID economic trends, states, [P]ublic health is the new national wealth. Stakeholders will increasingly focus on health-related ESG metrics; governments will come to appreciate health more as an economic resource.

Its not often that bankers and health care officials are on the same page, but in this case, they are. The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors has issued this statement: As the United States seeks ways to regain our economic footing and rebuild prosperity, all should be reminded of the simple but immensely important fact that the nations collective health bears both an economic and human cost. Poor health of a population can exert tremendous force on employment rates, interest costs and other tangible factors that ultimately affect the ability to maintain a strong global economic position.

Its not like we havent been warned. Medical experts have been trying to get us to wake up and smell the roasted vegetables and whole grains for years.

Sadly, however, when Michelle Obama championed her Lets Move initiative, which included a healthy diet for school children, she was ridiculed by conservatives and libertarians as pushing the nanny state. They were fine with pepperoni pizza, sloppy Joes and soda being on the menu. Recently, TVs Bizarre Foods host, Andrew Zimmern, in a video interview, decried the role the American diet is playing in COVID-19 morbidity. Too bad we didnt listen to the First Lady.

One explanation as to why we allow ourselves and our children to eat so poorly is hyperbolic discounting, our inability to see the long-term consequences of our short-term behavior. For example, if smoking caused cancer the next day, a lot less people would smoke. Its the same with food choices. The immediate pleasure of sugary sodas outweighs the possibly of dialysis a decade later.

Why would we steadfastly deny the obvious? Marion Nestle, Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, Emerita, at New York University and author of Food Politics, Soda Politics, The Unsavory Truth and many other books, told Worth, The coronavirus pandemic poignantly illustrates why we need food systems devoted as much or more to public health as they are to profit. Profit-making is what drives food companies to push junk foods on us as hard as they can and to lobby government to make sure they can do so with impunitywhat happens to human health be damned. If the pandemic teaches us anything, it is that we need a government that supports public health over corporate health.

Until public policy steps in, nonprofits, such as Wholesome Wave, are helping. Through their efforts with both nonprofits and corporations, fruits and vegetables have been made available to low-income Americans.

When the current crisis moderates and we catch our collective breaths, it will be a good time to look into what food is doing to make our society so health-compromised, so susceptible to new threats. From farmer to consumer, we cannot afford to continue weaponizing our diet against ourselves. Instead, we need our food policies to keep us safe. Business as usual should no longer apply. We must clearly see that allowing agribusiness to profit as they have takes a financial and human toll on all of us.

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Among individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D), adults are more likely to test positive for asymptomatic celiac disease (CD) than children and a gluten-free diet may increase postprandial glycemic levels, according to study results published in Diabetes Care.

Individuals with T1D are at increased risk for CD but many individuals go undiagnosed, as CD frequently presents without symptoms. The effects of a gluten-free diet in individuals with T1D and asymptomatic CD has not yet been determined.

To examine this, 2387 individuals with T1D aged 8 to 45 years (45.6% aged 18 years) were screened for asymptomatic CD. A total of 51 individuals who were found to have asymptomatic CD were randomly assigned to either a gluten-free or gluten-containing diet for 1 year. Asymptomatic CD was defined as having a tissue transglutaminase immunoglobulin A (TTG-IgA) level 30 CU and was further confirmed by a gastroenterologic biopsy with a Marsh score of 2. Dietary adherence was evaluated through TTG-IgA testing and quantification of dietary gluten intake every 3 months. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) was measured at baseline and every 6 months during the dietary study, and all participants used continuous glucose monitoring during the study period.

Individuals aged 18 years were significantly more likely to have previously been screened for CD (P <.0001). Individuals aged >18 years had higher CD-seropositivity rates than younger patients (6.8% vs 4.7%; P =.035). A significant increase in HbA1c was observed in the gluten-free diet group at 12 months (+0.30%; 95% CI, 0.40-0.57; P =.028) compared with baseline, although no significant difference in HbA1c change was observed between groups. There were also no changes in the percentage of time spent in hypoglycemic, euglycemic, or hyperglycemic ranges observed over the 12-month period, but in the gluten-free diet group, postprandial glycemia was higher at both the 2-hour (+1.6 mmol/L; 95% CI, 0.7-2.6; P =.0015) and 4-hour (+1.5 mmol/L; 95% CI, 0.4-2.7; P =.0014) time points relative to premeal levels, whereas glucose levels did not significantly change and returned to premeal levels at the 4-hour time point in the gluten-containing diet group.

The researchers concluded that diabetes clinicians should be aware of CD as an important autoimmune comorbidity of type 1 diabetes that is frequently asymptomatic. In addition, clinical vigilance is warranted during dietary transition, as [treatment with a gluten-free diet] may impact short-term glycemic variability.

Future studies should include a larger sample size and evaluate the long-term effects of a gluten-free diet in individuals with asymptomatic CD and T1D, given potentially higher risks for microvascular and skeletal complications with CD.

Disclosure: Several study authors declared affiliations with the pharmaceutical industry. Please see the original reference for a full list of authors disclosures.

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Mahmud FH, Clarke ABM, Joachim KC, et al. Screening and treatment outcomes in adults and children with type 1 diabetes and asymptomatic celiac disease: the CD-DIET study [published online April 28, 2020]. Diabetes Care. doi:10.2337/dc19-1944

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A diet rich in fruits and vegetables given over a relatively short period of time was associated with significantly lower levels of markers for subclinical cardiac damage and strain in adults without preexisting cardiovascular disease (CVD), say researchers.

Observational studies show that a healthy diet is linked to a reduced risk for CVD events, leading many to advocate for stronger public policy to promote healthy food choices. For the findings, published in the journal, Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Centre in the US, studied data and stored serum specimens for 326 participants of the original DASH trial to compare the effects of diets rich in fruits and vegetables with a typical American diet in their effects on cardiac damage, cardiac strain, and inflammation in middle-aged adults without known preexisting CVD.

The DASH diet is a lifelong approach to healthy eating thats designed to help treat or prevent high blood pressure (hypertension). The DASH diet plan was developed to lower blood pressure without medication in research sponsored by the US National Institutes of Health. It includes lots of whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products.

The DASH diet also includes some fish, poultry and legumes, and encourages a small amount of nuts and seeds a few times a week.The study found that after eight weeks, participants in both the fruits and vegetables and the DASH diet groups had significantly lower concentrations of the biomarkers for subclinical cardiac damage and strain compared with control group.

The authors hypothesize that dietary factors common to both the DASH and fruit-and-vegetable diets, such as higher amounts of potassium, magnesium, and fibre, may partly explain the observed effects. These findings strengthen recommendations for the DASH diet or increased consumption of fruits and vegetables as a means of optimising cardiovascular health, the researchers noted.

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With the holy month of Ramadan getting over, it's time to reset our eating routines and food habits. After an intense 30-day period of abstaining from food and drink for 15 hours, dietitians say the transition to normal eating, drinking and sleeping routine should be done mindfully and in a balanced manner.

"Since our metabolic process undergoes a change because of the difference in eating schedules and timings, it is essential to ensure that you make a smooth transition from fasting into a regular dietary routine," cautioned Lama Sinjer, dietician at Prime Hospital.

"People who had their two meals in Ramadan - Suhoor and Iftar - will be able to make an easy transition in terms of metabolic rate and maintaining body weight. This is because those who skipped Suhoor and had just Iftar may now have issues with their metabolism since their body was used to only one meal a day. If they shift to three or four meals a day, they may have digestion issues and also may gain weight," she said.

The best option to make a smooth transition into a normal eating routine, Sinjer suggested, would be to stay hydrated and for the body to adapt, focus on a healthy diet that includes all food groups - carbohydrates, fats and proteins, fruits and vegetables and healthy grains.

"On the day of Eid, you can have one big meal, maybe like a family lunch, but eat in moderation. Try not to go overboard with eating sweets. Avoid too much variety, just eat one or two main dishes and avoid soft drinks and juices, rather focus on water," she said, reminding people to eat more mindfully.

Talking about the common mistakes people make after Ramadan, Ruba ElHourani, head dietitian at RAK Hospital, said: "Many people make the mistake of bringing a sudden shift in their eating habits soon after Ramadan, leading to digestive issues, weight gain, etc. We need to be very vigilant of our calorie intake when reverting to normal eating routine. Always remember that when we were fasting, our bodies have reduced the ability to consume larger amounts of food and high calories and the metabolism has been adjusted accordingly.

"Apart from overeating, a common mistake is the consumption of large doses of caffeine that can lead to serious health concerns such as dehydration," she added.

In order to prevent putting on weight, ElHourani advised people to introduce foods gradually into the diet by adding a snack or a small meal in the beginning and adjusting it to become three main meals eventually.saman@khaleejtimes.com

Six dos and don'ts to remember

Dos

> Beat the cravings for sweet with fresh and dried fruits like dates, figs and raisins

> Stay active by boosting metabolism through physical activity. Find time for exercise to avoid gaining weight and or putting back the weight that has been lost.

> Have the right combination of food to get as much benefit as possible. Balance your meals by combining foods from a variety of food groups

> Eat a lot of vegetables, fruits and choose healthier food over the saturated and trans fatty acid variety.

> Gradually return to normal eating habits by adding a meal or snack at a time to avoid putting a load on the stomach.

> Try to balance the meal using healthy cooking methods and alternating simple sugar with complex sugar that can fuel up the body for a longer time without impacting the blood sugar and calories consumed.

Don'ts:

> Consumption of high sugary and fatty meals should be restricted to the first day of Eid. Disturbing the stomach may lead to other health consequences.

> Consuming processed food rather than fresh healthy food varieties can also increase the chances of health comorbidities

> Avoid caffeine intake to prevent dehydration and convert to herbal drinks or decaf coffee.

> Do not burden the stomach with huge amounts of food; instead, eat small amounts more frequently.

> Avoid over consumption of saturated and trans-fatty acids such as fried food items and substitute them with healthy fats like raw nuts and avocados.

> Refrain from eating late at night as it burdens the stomach and take a longer time to digest

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