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Researchers: Green Coffee Beans May Spur Weight Loss

Could green coffee beans help you shed pounds? Likely so, suggests a small study based on 16 overweight young adults who took various doses of unroasted, green coffee bean extract. Study participants lost an average of 17.5 pounds in 22 weeks, and reduced their overall body weight by 10.5 percent, according to results presented Tuesday at the American Chemical Society's meeting in San Diego. The beans are currently sold as supplements in the United States, and are not subject to U.S. Food and Drug Administration review. Study author Joe Vinson, a University of Scranton chemist, said the findings call for more rigorous research. "Based on our results, taking multiple capsules of green coffee extract a day ... appears to be a safe, effective, inexpensive way to lose weight," he said in a statement. Though it's unclear exactly how green coffee beans contribute to weight loss, researchers theorize that it has to do with a chemical in the unroasted bean called chlorogenic acid. "That's the main natural compound in unroasted coffee, and roasted coffee has much, much less of it than unprocessed coffee," Vinson told HealthDay. "So we're not talking about something that is interchangeable with the coffee we drink."

5 Non-Dairy Foods With Calcium

It can be tough to get all the calcium you need each day, especially if you're vegan, lactose intolerant, or just don't like dairy products. But you shouldn't skimp on calcium. This important mineral does more than strengthen your bonesit also plays a role in regulating your blood pressure and maintaining a healthy heart. If your body doesn't get enough, it'll compensate by leeching calcium from your bones, leaving them brittle and weak.

Luckily, there's a range of non-dairy foods that offer the 1,000 to 1,300 milligrams of calcium the U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends you get daily. Roberta Anding, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association), says the advantage of plant-based calcium is that it ensures you're eating lots of veggiesanother important part of any diet.

But avoiding dairy also comes with a warning. "There are compounds in plants that bind to calcium and prevent you from absorbing it," Anding says. "Although they're good sources of calcium on paper, physiologically, the amount of calcium is not so great. Dairy calcium is biologically available, meaning you absorb what's in the product." The way around this, she adds, is to "make sure you're varying your sources." While nothing can undo the effects of these compounds, in general, vitamin D helps your body absorb calciumso make sure you get enough of this, too. (The government recommends 15 micrograms of vitamin D per day.) [Read more: 5 Non-Dairy Foods With Calcium.]

9 Footwear Do's and Don'ts

Our poor feet. They withstand lots of abuse, quickly carrying us to last-minute outings, pounding the pavement on mind-clearing runs, and being squeezed into impractical (but fashionable) shoes. But we need to take care of them to avoid foot pain, injury, and other ailments. So do your tootsies a favor and follow these healthy tips.

1. Don't wear high heels for too long. We've all been there: out on the town in an amazing pair of pumps with achy feet and knees. A 2010 study found that over time, wearing heels higher than 2 inches can put you at risk for joint degeneration and knee osteoarthritis, and a new study finds that high heels are a leading cause of ingrown toenails, which can lead to infection and permanent nail damage. But we're not telling you to stop wearing heelsthat's unrealistic. "I wouldn't recommend walking miles in heels, but a comfortable heel can be worn to work all day if it has the right features and/or orthotic," says Michele Summers, a California-based podiatrist and shoe designer. (You can pick up arch-support inserts at drug stores.) Try saving your sky-high heels for short-lived occasions like dinners, says John Brummer, a New York City-based podiatrist.

2. Don't wear flip-flops everywhere. They're easy, and as temperatures heat up, you're likely to slip them on often. Cool it, say experts. "Flip-flops give your foot basically no support, and the constant rubbing of the thong between the toes can cause a friction blister," says Summers. Not to mention they make stubbed toes, cuts, and sprained ankles more likely, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Limit flip-flops to settings like the beach or the pool. And when you do wear them, invest in a supportive leather pair, or a pair that carries the APMA seal of acceptance, the association advises. (If you have diabetes, you should never wear flip-flops, since the disease can dull your sense of pain, allowing minor wounds to become major problemsinfected, for examplewithout your knowledge.) [Read more: 9 Footwear Do's and Don'ts.]

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Protein is the latest hip food supplement, appearing in everything from weight-loss shakes to pasta. Protein is marketed as vital to our health and well-being, and this is true.

High-protein foods satisfy you longer than high-carbohydrate foods, making them essential to include at every meal, especially if you want to lose weight.

But where's the best place to get the protein you need?

Protein is made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks for muscles, the immune and nervous systems, the organs (including skin), even hair.

Our bodies can't produce nine of the essential amino acids, so we must get them from food.

Where to find it Americans are famous for their love of meat. Animal products (including eggs) are a wonderful source of protein, but for health, cost and, for some people, ethical reasons, you might not want to make it your sole source of protein.

After ingesting animal protein, the body produces a byproduct called uric acid, and this can be a real problem if you are prone to attacks of gout.

Also, while a thick steak has a lot of protein, it also has a lot of fat, which is good neither for heart health nor weight control. So it's important to choose lean cuts and varieties of beef, pork, chicken and fish, and watch your portions. But even the leanest cuts still can have quite a bit of fat, so it's not a good idea to depend on meat as your sole protein source.

Dairy products, especially plain (not fruit-flavored) Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, are great sources of protein. They do not increase uric acid and are generally not high in sugars, which can interfere with weight-loss goals. Unfortunately, lactose sensitivities are on the rise, so dairy may not be right for all.

Vegetable proteins vary in the amount of amino acids they contain and must be combined (such as legumes and whole grains) to provide a more complete protein. For convenience, many people prefer using grains that can be quickly cooked and therefore are more processed. In general, the more processed the food, the less nutritionally complete it is.

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Newly minted Opposition leader Thomas Mulcair wasted no time in attacking the government on its economic record on Monday, less than two days after he won the NDP's leadership race.

On his first question in Parliament, Mulcair made good on his fiery political reputation and accused the government of mishandling the economy while doing nothing to address unemployment and a shrinking manufacturing sector.

"Thousands of families are in distress, why are they doing nothing?" said Mulcair, who opened his questioning in French.

The Quebec MP also slammed the government on the recent closure of the Electro-Motive plant in Ontario, which Prime Minister Stephen Harper visited for a photo-op in 2008.

The timing for Mulcair's recent victory is key, as it gives the NDP leader an opportunity to scrutinize the government's 2012 federal budget, which is due Thursday and arrives amid a sputtering economic landscape.

Referring to high unemployment among youth, Mulcair asked: "Will the Conservatives take advantage of the budget to give jobs and hope to our young people?"

While it was Heritage Minister James Moore who was under attack from Mulcair, perhaps the most interesting responses came not from the government, but from Bob Rae, the interim Liberal leader.

While Rae's party placed third in last year's federal election, Rae has done his best to seize the leadership vacuum left by the death of Jack Layton last August. And with former NDP interim leader Nycole Turmel's broken English limiting her efficacy, Rae had won much praise for his boisterous performances of late.

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Three months into 2012, and many people may be slacking off of their New Year's resolution to lose weight. We hit the gym and found a workout craze that might help give you the motivation you need to stay on track.

"I was overweight, and I needed to make some changes in my life," says Deidre Hillery.

"I wasn't comfortable in the size that I was," shares Janice Fuller. "I wasn't comfortable with my body."

"I've probably lost about 10 pounds. Things kind of moved around. Fat turned into muscle," adds Judd Chapman.

Hillery, Fuller, and Chapman are all different, but they all made the choice to get in shape using boot camps.

"Now we've moved all the way up to Zumba and boot camps. This is what's going on now, so we want to partake in it and give customers the chance to have that experience while it's popular," says Mosely's Movements owner Patrick Mosely.

Mosely's Movements, Camp Gladiator, and Body by O are the more popular boot camps in Shreveport-Bossier.

Janice Fuller swears by Body by O.

"This is my 10th wave. So I've been doing it for 10 months, and I have gone from a size 16 to a size 10."

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Finding companies that have done something different is not that difficult. Finding firms that have been both innovative and successful is somewhat harder. Were pleased to have found no less than eight such companies.

This year, in a break with our tradition, we have selected six insurgents alongside our Creative Agency and Media Agency of the Year. These shops have forced their way into our attention by conducting business in unique ways or by focusing on endeavors ignored by others.

Our insurgents span a range of disciplines, from PR to branded entertainment to marketing software. There are even a couple of ad agencies in there. All push at the edges of the advertising and marketing business, collectively illustrating the future.

Our Agency of the Year, Wieden + Kennedy, raised the bar this year for cross-platform campaigns and gave new meaning to the phrase join the conversation with its campaign for Old Spice. Others will be trying to emulate its approach for years to come.

Horizon Media, our Media Agency of the Year, is the largest such shop not owned by a holding company. Led by CEO Bill Koenigsberg, it has shown the way forward by diversifying aggressively and profitably.

This is the 25th time weve made these selections of the best in our field. We believe the new structure of our choices presents a collection of ventures that are reshaping the industry.

WIEDEN + KENNEDY Embracing digital via Old Spice and Nike creative leads to AOY laurels.

HORIZON MEDIA The last big indie evolves under the leadership of CEO Bill Koenigsberg.

ANOMALY Impressing more major clients with its ideas, not ads. BREAKFAST Hardware hackers build toys in the service of marketing.

BUDDY MEDIA Making Facebook more friendly to marketers brands.

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Campbell Newman gives his victory speech, pledging "humility, grace and dignity" and vowing to "keep our promises".

Our election night live blog has now wrapped up. Read how it all unfolded below.

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11.30pm: And that's just about it from us tonight. Thanks for reading and we'll see you back on brisbanetimes.com.au tomorrow for our full analysis of the state election results.

11.21pm: They don't have a lot to choose from, but who do you think should be the next Labor leader? Should they choose from within their diminished ranks or follow the LNP's success story in selecting someone from outside parliament? Have your say below or vote in our poll here.

11.09pm: A very interesting point from Channel Ten's political editor Hugh Riminton:

10.36pm: There's going to be a lot of new faces in the Queensland parliament.

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Campbell Newman claims victory at the LNP party headquarters at the Hilton Hotel. Picture: Adam Smith Source: The Courier-Mail

Anna Bligh concedes defeat at ALP Headquarters. Picture: Rob Maccoll. Source: The Courier-Mail

FIRST FAMILY: Campbell Newman and his family arrive at the LNP campaign party at the Hilton Hotel. Picture: Jamie Hanson Source: The Courier-Mail

Queenslanders go to the polls today to elect a new government. Source: The Courier-Mail

ELECTION DAY: Anna Bligh and Campbell Newman were all smiles as they cast their own votes for the Queensland election.

QUEENSLANDERS have gone to the polls and driven the Labor Party from government in an historic and brutal Election Day. See how it unfolded right here.

10PM: AND THAT'S A WRAP: March 24, 2012, will be remembered as the day the electorate delivered a decisive, devastating blow to an incumbent Labor government. We hope you have enjoyed our minute-by-minute coverage.

DON'T MISS TOMORROW'S SUNDAY MAIL - 20 pages of news and analysis, with detailed statistics about how Queenslanders voted across every seat in the state.

GALLERY: Take a look back across an historic day as Queenslanders went to the polls.

9.52PM: The LNP was on track to win 75 seats, Labor 6, Katter's Australian Party 2, Independents 2 with another 4 seats too close to call.

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