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We get it. Following college football recruiting is exhausting, often useless, and...to be quite honest, sometimes creepy. Trying to stay up to date with over 20+ players every year, each with completely different profiles, is pretty difficult. Most Tennessee fans have heard about Tennessees solid recruiting, but the intricacies can get lost in the shuffle.

Thats where we come in.

We list every signed scholarship player* in the 2020 class and give a short blurb on what theyre bringing to the table. We list what their strengths are, what their weaknesses are, what the staff plans to do with them, and how soon fans can expect them on the field. We wont be too in-depth in this piece, since theres so many of them that it could qualify as a short novel if we were given the space. Instead, well link to their commitment articles if you want to know more about a specific player.

*Except for long snapper Will Albright. Sorry Will! Long snapping is a bit out of our wheelhouse.

4-star safety Keshawn Lawrence

Hyper athlete who could contribute at five different positions across the field if he had to. Will likely play safety at Tennessee, but has a good enough skillset at cornerback to get reps there as well. Showcases good instincts and elite ability to shed blocks. Stops ball carriers in their tracks when he gets his hands on them. Still getting comfortable in man coverage. Role in Tennessees defense will come down to where Pruitt decides to use him, since he has no real weakness at either safety position. Lawrence will play early regardless of veteran talent in front of him.

4-star defensive tackle Omari Thomas

Went from underdeveloped player to potential immediate contributor in one season. Always had great size, and finally matched it with technique and production. Powerful player who stays low to the ground and routinely provides a huge initial push. Surprisingly good closing ability for a player of his size. Could turn into an offensive lineman. Will need to reshape his body slightly if he wants to maintain at the SEC level.

4-star wide receiver Malachi Wideman

Best chance of becoming an offensive superstar. Elite athleticism that shows itself in the form of leaping ability and length. Can high point any pass at any level of the field. Could become No. 1 deep threat and red zone threat in the nation. Only reason he wasnt rated near 5-star status was because of grades. Will need work on route running and fine tuning his technique. Potential to become an All-American and eventual top-10 NFL draft pick. Will play early due to sheer talent.

4-star defensive end Tyler Baron

Very well-rounded strongside defensive end. Possesses a great frame for putting on more weight in college and quickly reaching ideal shape. Can rush the passer productively and clog running lanes equally well. Technique is already a good deal ahead of most fellow high school recruits. Baron will contribute very early for Tennessee, to the point where I think hes getting reps in the rotation by midseason. Baron is the most college ready of any player on the list.

4-star quarterback Harrison Bailey

Prototypical pocket passer with a natural feel for the position. Able to attack all levels of the field. Enough arm strength to make every throw, but some deeper passes tend to wobble out on him. Good anticipation paired with great accuracy means Bailey is a coachs dream. Not very mobile at the position, but is not the statue he was billed as coming into his senior year. Refined technique and has shown improvement each year of starting in high school. Only things holding him back from playing immediately are knowledge of the playbook and filling out his frame. Both can be done in a single offseason. Very hard to predict whether or not he will play much, if at all, in 2020.

4-star running back Lenneth Whitehead

Powerful athlete who could see a switch to linebacker soon. Whether he has the ball in his hands or not, Whitehead is a tough runner that never loses his balance. He wields impressive lower body strength and a relentless motor. A bit slow for the running back position but adequate speed for inside linebacker. Tough to hold back for any blocker. Needs to work on quickness and reaction time. Will redshirt in 2020 barring injuries.

4-star defensive tackle Dominic Bailey

Playmaking defender with a specialty in terrorizing the backfield. Really explosive off the snap. Violent hands and legs that dont stop churning. Always ends up past the blocker one way or another. Good size but looks filled out already. Needs to learn how to finish on a play by making sound tackles. Fits the bill as a pass rushing defensive tackle. Will be able to play early in certain packages.

4-star wide receiver Jimmy Calloway

Quick, twitchy athlete with okay top end speed. Wont zoom away from college defenders, but will gain separation at the beginning of a play and make a few guys miss on his way down the field. Pretty raw as a football players at this point in time. Might be another year before we see Calloway, but all the tools are there to be a high level SEC starter. Somewhat reminds me of Jauan Jennings. Though theres a good amount of potential for Calloway to play cornerback/safety as well, if the staff wants his playmaking on the other side of the ball.

4-star linebacker Bryson Eason

Imposing defender at 6-foot-2 and 270 pounds. Moves well for his size. Doesnt have the bad weight you might assume he does. Exceptionally strong upper body. Looks a bit awkward as a linebacker, so he might switch to defensive end down the road. Will need to lose weight and work on his feet if he wants to play at inside linebacker. Athleticism is evident and provides him with a pretty high ceiling if he puts in the work at the next level. Still needs some reshaping and technique refinement to reach that ceiling. Will likely redshirt.

4-star center Cooper Mays

High floor interior lineman. Mays doesnt do anything elite, but he does everything well. Looks excited to attack on every play. Especially good at pulling on run plays. Fairly good technique at this stage, though experience in pass protection is limited. Shows a lot of road-grader tendencies. Best projection is at center, could easily transition to guard if the staff goes a different route. Has the ability to play early but likely wont thanks to a veteran offensive line. Redshirt candidate that could slide in starting spot 2021 without missing a beat.

4-star wide receiver Jalin Hyatt

Speedy down field threat. The name of Hyatts game is fast, thanks to one of the fastest verified 40-yard dash times in the nation with a 4.31 mark. Needs to work on route running. Has good hands. Doesnt really have a vertical aspect to his game, but he wont need to if his role is taking the top off the defense. Good enough in fundamentals to get a shot at contributing in year one. If he poses enough of a threat to a defense, expect Hyatt to nudge his way into a starting role.

4-star linebacker Martavius French

More traditional inside linebacker compared to teammate Bryson Eason. Already 240 pounds but can afford to put more weight on his frame. Impressive ability to diagnose the offense and trigger downfield. Quick, not fast. Good hitter that needs to be better at wrapping up, rather than just going for a highlight. Could turn into a productive pass rusher at the next level. Frankly, I like French as an early contributor more than Eason. He looks more polished and natural at the position.

4-star defensive end Morven Joseph

Built to rush the passer. If defensive ends were broken down and ranked by their ability to get to the quarterback, Joseph is undoubtedly top-10 at the position. Burst off the line and overall acceleration is top notch. Crazy production in the high school ranks. Pretty raw compared to others in his position group, thanks to a shifting role in his high schools defense. Can see the field early in passing downs. Might be physically maxed out.

3-star athlete Damarcus Beckwith

Emerging athlete with a wide range of possibilities. Quickness and top end speed jumps out at you. Plays quarterback for his high school and dominates as a running threat. Very patient at the line of scrimmage, but doesnt hesitate to hit an opening when he sees one. Huge 6-foot-4 and 215 pound frame makes him harder to tackle than initial look might suggest. Still a lot of room to pack on weight. Beckwith could end up anywhere from tight end, to wide receiver, to maybe even defensive end. Will redshirt as the staff attempts to put him where he fits best.

3-star linebacker Tamarion McDonald

Arguably the biggest unknown in the class. McDonald is a part of the Whitehaven trio that doesnt have a clear position in college at the moment. In high school he played all around the secondary and at linebacker. Currently hes 6-foot-2 and 214 pounds, so too small for linebacker but a little big for anything beyond safety. Could be a secret weapon in certain packages. Has the speed to make an impact as a blitzer. Will take a bit of seasoning before hes ready to contribute.

3-star running back Jabari Small

Situational running back with specific skillset. Doesnt have the size to be an every down back in the SEC. Still does the best with what he has, which includes lightning fast acceleration and good hands. Wont outrun any defender down the field, instead opting to create space with aforementioned acceleration. Great potential as a receiving back or even slot receiver on some plays. Prime redshirt candidate due to depth chart.

3-star center/guard Javontez Spraggins

Very aggressive player who got well deserved recognition towards the end of the recruiting cycle. Physical, with violent hands and a good motor. Clearly favors run blocking, but is not a slouch in pass protection. Needs to lose bad weight and get more experience pass blocking to reach potential. Will likely redshirt first year due to depth chart in front of him, but should push for a starting spot at either guard or center in 2021.

3-star safety Doneiko Slaughter

Undersized but feisty defensive back. Size will limit his ceiling at the college level and what he can do in the defense. Still has good enough instincts and toughness to get a lot of reps and show off his willingness to hit. Comes in hot wherever hes lined up. Likely wont contribute in 2020 because of more veteran players in front of him. 2021 he will come in handy in certain packages and situations.

3-star defensive tackle Reginald Perry

Huge project player. Comes in at 6-foot-6 and 300 pounds, but might not end up at defensive tackle. Regarded as a very raw athlete who could go anywhere from defensive end, to tight end, to offensive line. Had interest from Georgia Tech and Kentucky before choosing Tennessee. Staff seemed high on him and pointed to basketball background as evidence of his ceiling. Perry will not see the field for at least two years. Huge array of tools but needs serious development.

3-star guard James Robinson

Strong guard prospect already at college size. Makes a living off run blocking, where he overpowers almost everyone who goes up against him. Good at finding leverage and using extra push from lower body to finish the play. Heavy feet hold him back however. Looks susceptible in pass blocking thanks to lack of a quality first step. Bit of a disparity between camp performance and tape performancebut most of that can be explained by position mismatch, since he plays right tackle in high school. He will almost certainly play an interior role in college. Likely redshirt candidate.

3-star athlete Jimmy Holiday

A bigger, more developmental version of Jalin Hyatt. Runs a sub 4.4 40-yard dash and played quarterback in high school. All testing numbers indicate an elite athlete. Tape shows off not just top end speed, but breathtaking acceleration. Subtle changes in direction make for a fun viewing experience. Has a bigger frame that would be well suited to wide receiver. Holiday will get a shot at quarterback, but it seems obvious from his tape that his best path to playing time is at wide receiver or running back. If he makes the switch early, he can get on the field after a redshirt year. Could see him on field late 2020 in certain packages.

3-star running back Tee Hodge

All the physical talent in the world to be a star running back, simply needs to stay healthy to realize it. Already at playing weight (220 pounds) and looks filled out. Great burst once the ball is in his hands, and he reaches top speed quickly. One-cut and go type of running back. Size would indicate a bruiser style of runningwhich he can do, but his quickness allows him to avoid a lot of those hits. Dealt with nagging injury in his senior season. Reminds me of a generic James Wilder Jr.

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The technology issues, the coin flips to pick a winner and all of the other major snafus during yesterdays Iowa caucuses make it likely that either the caucuses will be replaced by a primary in 2024 or Iowa will lose its first-in-the-nation status, or both.

There has been increasing pressure over the last few election cycles to do away with caucuses entirely due to the ways in which they are not accessible for many voters, including voters with disabilities and parents of small children. There has also been increasing criticism among Democrats of the status of Iowa as the first state to vote given that the state is so unrepresentative of the nation as a whole and the Democratic Party in particular. The state is mostly white and the largest city of Des Moines has only about 200,000 residents.

The failure to report results in a timely manner fits with these other criticisms and will likely lead to the demise of the Iowa caucuses. Virtually no one is happy with todays situation, leaving little in the way of a constituency to defend the caucus rules at the national convention.

Iowans will do everything they can to defend the current system, given the money it brings to the state parties and the attention to issues important to Iowans. But they will have a hard time finding allies if no party faction sees a benefit in the caucus process.

History only carries so much weight and bucking tradition is a lot easier when it can be connected to a vivid failure like what we are seeing now. Officials in larger states like Illinois are already stepping up to make a claim for first primary status. Those (in both parties) raising questions today about legitimacy show us that caucuses arent just outdated they may be too risky.

This may be a positive or a negative depending on your perspective. But the delayed results scramble the usual post-Iowa press narratives, which are the key way in which the Iowa caucuses matter to the larger process. Iowa awards very few delegates and will probably not be competitive in the general election. But all eyes are on Iowa each cycle as these are the first actual votes after a year or more of campaigning, debates and advertisements.

The story that emerges from Iowa, rightly or wrongly, often frames all of the primary coverage going into New Hampshire the following week, which then frames the next stage of coverage in a snowball effect that can quickly end viable campaigns. For example, former Vermont Gov. Howard Deans infamous scream after his third-place finish in the Iowa caucuses doomed his campaign in 2004.

Sen. Barack ObamaBarack Hussein ObamaButtigieg: It was 'disgraceful' to hear Trump's attacks on Romney Romney says he expects 'unimaginable' consequences after impeachment vote Timeline: Trump and Romney's rocky relationship MOREs first place finish in Iowa in 2008 catapulted the relatively unknown candidate to the top of the Democratic field that year, providing him with a lead he would not relinquish.

With the lack of results in Iowa overnight, the candidates have scrambled to try to establish themselves as the winners. As results come in today, well see if this blunts or limits the usual influence of Iowas results. This could ultimately be a good thing for the presidential nominating process because Iowa results are weighted much too heavily in the primary process for both parties.

What has happened in Iowa is just a technical screw-up, and not some malign plot. But it is evidence that caucuses are probably unworkable in our contemporary online, instant news cycle environment.

Sam Nelson is an associate professor of political science at The University of Toledo.

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If youve ever had insomnia real insomnia rather than a single night of disturbed sleep youll know how utterly miserable and debilitating it is. I go through periods of it, and there is nothing worse than seeing every minute of the hours counting down to your daily alarm, knowing your chance for a bit of rest is vastly diminishing.

There is a reason why sleep deprivation is used as a form of torture. At its most severe, it can cause hallucinations, social withdrawal and disorientation; milder deprivation can cause irritability, difficulty concentrating and an increase in appetite.

Pharmaceutical sleep aids can make you groggy, and theyre not really a long-term solution, so there are a host of trackers and sleep aids springing up and claiming to be the solution to your sleep problem.

Modius Sleep is made by Belfast-based Neurovalens. The device aims to solve your sleep problems without the use of medication, helping you to fall asleep more quickly and wake less during the night.

You might remember Modius from the band that promised to help you lose weight. The device uses vestibular stimulation to stimulate your hypothalamus, which is essentially the control centre for your appetite, sleep and fatigue, among other things.

After Modius released the Modius Slim, the user feedback soon began to show another effect: a lot of users reported improved sleep too. That was something that rang a bell with me during my Modius Slim test, particularly when I used the headset before bed.

Modius Sleep works exactly the same way as the Modius Slim. The review version I got looks exactly the same as the original, too a lightweight plastic band although the Indiegogo campaign suggests there will be some aesthetic differences, with a darker band for the Sleep version. You place two electrodes on the bony bit behind your ear, connect the band and you are almost ready to go. The whole set-up needs an app too, and the Modius Life software includes the controls for the headset, the link for the community boards and the weight tracking.

The band connects via Bluetooth, and like the original, you have controls to alter the intensity of the stimulation. At 1, you barely feel it; a soft tingle behind your ears and a slight swaying sensation are all you notice. Dial it up to 10 and you will feel it, though, with a sensation that is like being flicked behind the ear with an elastic band and a swaying feeling that feels like you are on the deck of a ship.

Or at least thats the effect it had on me. It differs from person to person, and some people are more sensitive to it than others. Modius recommends that you stick to the lower levels to get used to the sensation before ramping things up.

It feels similar but apparently its not quite identical. According to the company that makes the band, Neurovalens, there are subtle differences in the stimulation that make it target sleep rather than specifically weight loss (although that could be a side effect of using the band as a sleep aid).

I used the original band for 30 minutes before switching over to the Sleep version. The electrode placement was the same I simply swapped the band but the effect of the Sleep band stimulation felt more pronounced. That could be complete coincidence, but it would, anecdotally at least, back up the claims that the stimulation is different.

That was the only time I used the Slim band; to test how well the Modius Sleep works, I needed to stick to the same routine.

The idea with Modius Sleep is that you use it for 30 minutes before bed, rather than a full hour as you would with the Slim band. Remembering to use it every night might be a challenge, but I got into the habit quite quickly pop the band on before brushing your teeth and doing your usual pre-bedtime things, just as long as you dont have to move around too much. The stimulation can throw you off balance, so its better to relax.

It took a few days before the Modius band started to have an effect. In under a week I noticed I woke less at night for no reason; shortly after that I noticed that I fell asleep more easily in the evenings. Long term, it would be good to need the band less, and eventually not at all, but it was a small inconvenience in the evening for a much better pay-off.

The goodThe band seems to have had an effect on my sleep, which means it is worth the investment long term.

The not-so-goodThat swaying feeling could be a problem if you have ever suffered motion sickness. Theres a bit of waste involved with this too the electrodes are single use, and the alcohol wipes are too, although you could get around the latter.

The restYou get enough wipes and electrodes to get through 75 sessions, and it has a 45-day money-back guarantee.

The verdictAt 450 full price, its not a cheap solution to your sleep woes. But if it works for you, it could save you money in the long run and more importantly, save your sleep.

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Humans werent designed to sit all day our ancestors evolved to spend their days hunting, foraging and building fires to survive. We were born to move and our increasingly inactive lifestyles are having serious implications on our long-term health and wellbeing.

When you consider how much of our day can be spent sitting sitting on the bus to work, sitting at a desk all day, sitting on the sofa watching tv in the evening its really no surprise that 33 per cent of Scottish adults arent meeting the national physical activity guidelines.

Modern day society, with its office jobs, labour-saving technology and over-reliance on mobile phones, has made us more sedentary than ever before. Now we can do almost everything, from our weekly food shop, to socialising, to banking, with the click of a button from the comfort of our sofa.

Im sure youve heard stories from your parents and grandparents about how they lived far more active lives back in the good old days. They walked round to their friends houses instead of sending them a WhatsApp message, they washed their dishes by hand rather than simply sticking them in the dishwasher and children played outside instead of sitting inside on tablets or games consoles.

Incorporating more movement into our days can boost our energy, help us to lose weight and reduce our risk of developing health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. It can improve how we feel and, whats more, it can be fun!

Here at Edinburgh Leisure, we are a charity on a mission to help everyone in Edinburgh to lead happier, healthier and more active lives. We are passionate about the positive impact sport and physical activity can have on peoples lives, so we are proud to support people in the community who face barriers to being physically active.

Back in 2016, we started developing our Get Active programme for people who needed a helping hand to introduce physical activity back into their lives. Since then, weve seen a huge increase in demand from people who havent exercised in a while and were now delighted to be supporting around 400 people at 32 low level physical activity classes across the city every week.

These include Active Dance, a sociable way to get active to music without even realising youre exercising, and Active Aqua, a fun pool-based class delivered at the shallow end that uses the resistance of the water to work the whole body.

Moira, one of our Get Active participants, told us that for a number of years she had been letting her busy lifestyle get in the way of her health. When she was eventually diagnosed with diabetes, it gave her the nudge she needed to make some changes and lose weight.

She said: I started attending a Get Active class at Leith Victoria and quickly got the exercise bug. I kept finding that I wanted to do more, so I started other classes too. Now all the classes are just part of my weekly routine and I find that the more active I am, the better I feel.

She told us that shes enjoyed all the benefits that come with a more active lifestyle. The difference is night and day. Before starting Get Active, I felt sluggish and couldnt be bothered leaving the house but now I love going to the gym! I have more energy, Ive lost weight, my mood has improved and Ive met lots of new people.

As a health development officer, Im used to working with people who are looking to weave more movement back into their lives. If this sounds like something you want to do, here are some simple suggestions to get you going.

Use your lunch break to go for a short walk, wash your car instead of taking it to the car wash youll get a full body workout and save pennies or while youre watching TV, do some squats, sit ups or seated exercises during the ad breaks

You can also stick music on while youre cleaning and have a boogie youll burn extra calories and have far more fun or arrange a standing or walking meeting research has shown that they help to get those creative juices flowing!

And, instead of meeting friends for coffee, buy coffees and go for a walk together

So, theres no need to go full caveman and start scouring the woods for prey. Simply start by making small changes and you might find yourself wanting more, like Moira! If you would like to have more information on our Get Active programme, contact Ryan Martin at ryanmartin@edinburghleisure.co.uk or 0131 458 2130 or 07808890498.

Ryan Martin is an active communities health development officer with Edinburgh Leisure.

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Getting back in shape after pregnancy has become the norm with celebrities revealing their well-toned bodies within a few months after delivery. For many pregnant women that idolize them, bouncing back can become an obsession. It is common to find new moms going on crazy diets trying to lose weight quickly and flaunt their new bodies. Fortunately, there are easier ways to regain a pre-pregnancy weight without putting your body or baby at risk.

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According to experts, adopting certain habits during pregnancy goes a long way in making the nine-month journey easier. For those that want their body back within a few months, here are some ways to make getting back into shape easier.

According to experts, maintaining an exercise routine when expectant makes the nine-month journey easier. Keeping fit before and during pregnancy is beneficial to mums that want to bounce back after delivery.

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However, expectant women need to do lighter exercises such as walking, stretching, or swimming as their pregnancy progresses. If you have not been exercising before your pregnancy, it is important to get approval from your doctor. Most doctors give the go-ahead as long as you have a healthy pregnancy and can handle regular exercise over the nine months.

Meals rich in nutrients are important for a healthy pregnancy and should be eaten frequently. You need to increase the intake of nutrients such as calcium and fiber to ensure the body gets them in larger quantities. Fiber makes you feel full for a longer time while calcium strengthens your bones.

Besides eating healthy, it is advisable to reduce the portions of food per meal but increase the frequency to avoid overeating. Also, consult with your health provider on the ingredients you should include in every meal so that your baby grows well.

Snacking while pregnant is common as a way of keeping hunger at bay. Healthy snacks that add nutrients such as vitamins and fiber to the body are the best for expectant mums. You can choose to eat snacks made from whole grains, fruits, and drinks that are low in fat.

Dairy products that are low in fat minimize the number of calories introduced into the body. Raw vegetables and fruits make excellent snacks because they have low fat and calories. However, ensure that they are washed thoroughly before eating.

Weight gain is common in expectant women, with a majority adding a few pounds during the pregnancy period. It is important to know the acceptable amount of weight you can gain, depending on your body size and other health factors. Talk to your health provider about the amount of weight you can add so that you keep within the limits.

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To make it easier to keep track of your weight, consider buying a journal to record weekly or monthly. Journaling will make it easier to know if you should work to add or reduce your current weight.

Moms-to-be fall into the trap of giving into their cravings leading to the consumption of a lot of junk food. If you desire to go back to pre-pregnancy weight, you need to minimize the eating of junk and seek alternatives.

Healthier alternatives such as fruit, crackers, and low-fat desserts are available in stores and help reduce weight gain. Also, ensure that you eat well during the day to minimize the cravings you experience. If you have to eat junk food, ensure that the portions are small and the frequency reduces over the nine months.

Drinking water when pregnant keeps the body refreshed and reduces the chances of getting dehydrated. Pregnant women can take eight glasses of water daily with those exercising taking at least twelve or more.

If you are not a fan of taking plain water, you can sweeten it by adding juice from fresh fruits or herbs to make it palatable. Adding a few ice cubes can also make water more refreshing, especially in the warm or hot season. Always have a bottle of water with you to ensure that you are always hydrated and feeling energized.

Expectant women are always encouraged to increase their food intake to cater for their unborn baby. Although it may sound logical, eating for two is a myth that can lead to a lot of weight gain, making it hard to get back into shape afterward.

Moms-to-be need to eat just the right amount of food to ensure the baby gets enough nutrients, and they get full. If you are unsure of the food quantities to consume when pregnant, consult with your doctor or nutritionist for advice on the right amounts for you and your baby.

Keeping a record of the amount of food you eat daily is important when pregnant. Have a journal where you write down the number of meals eaten and keep track of the portions. The journal will keep you accountable by acting as a visual of the food eaten during each semester.

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In case the journal shows that you are overeating, you can make a few tweaks to your menu to minimize weight gain. If you are having a hard time keeping a physical journal, consider using an online journaling application.

For you to have a healthy pregnancy, you will gain weight. The weight can be managed to ensure that it supports the pregnancy and allows you to get into shape after delivery. Accepting the reality of weight gain when expectant makes it easier to appreciate your new body and do your best to remain positive.

Keeping an open mind when it comes to weight gain during pregnancy makes it easier to appreciate your body even when it takes time to get back your old body shape.

Taking regular visits to the doctor when pregnant are essential if you are going to have a healthy baby. Besides the normal tests, you can seek advice on the best ways to keep healthy and increase the chances of regaining your body shape.

Your doctor should give tips on ways to maintain the proper weight when pregnant and even assist in keeping track of your food habits. Your doctor should be a support system in your journey, so get one that you can confide in.

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McDonalds reported 11 percent growth in net profit for the fourth quarter of 2019, beating market expectations. The fast-food chain saw US same-store sales rise 5.1 percent in the period, the highest in over 10 years and offsetting a 1.9 percent decline in foot traffic to its restaurants.

One of the major contributors behind the better profit is kale burgers.

McDonalds started to introduce kale burger back in 2017, and from last year, it is available on the menu at most of its US outlets.

Compared to its signature burger, kale burger comes with the usual ingredients, including two slices of bread, one slice of tomato, a slice of cheese and one patty of beef or grilled chicken; the only difference is that kale replaces lettuce.

But there is a big difference in price. A kale burger goes for US$5.99, compared with US$2.18 for a regular cheese burger, or US$3.79 for a Big Mac.

Eating healthy is the trend in recent years. Kale, as well as avocado and quinoa are considered some of the best super foods.

Kale is said to be loaded with antioxidants, and its Glucosinolate content is proved to help curb breast cancer. Kale is also a great source of Vitamin C, much higher than other fruits and vegetables. And it can help lower cholesterol and lose weight.

McDonalds is not the only one taking advantage of the kales popularity. Many restaurants have introduced Kale menu, such as kale salads and kale sandwiches. Some Chinese restaurants have introduced kale fried rice or kale steam dumplings.

To cater to health-conscious consumers, McDonalds has also introduced light burgers, salads, plant-based burgers, etc.

One cant say whether healthier burgers can make a real difference to the diet quality, but the fast-food giant is certainly enjoying a fatter margin.

This article appeared in the Hong Kong Economic Journal on Feb 3

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Making a crock pot recipe over the weekend is a great way to spend some of your spare time to incorporate weight loss friendly foods into your diet, and also meal plan for the week ahead. However, with so many recipe options out there, narrowing down your choices can be a difficult task.

To make it easier, we found a healthy crock pot recipe that can help you reach your weight loss goals and give your body a detox.

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Adding a detox soup in your diet routine can make a huge difference in how quickly you see weight loss. With ingredients like kale, onions, garlic, carrots, and olive oil, this recipe has a lot of detoxifying ingredients that can help boost your weight loss.

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What You Need: butternut squash, carrots, potatoes, celery, green lentils, yellow split peas, onion, garlic, vegetable or chicken broth, herbs de provence, salt, kale, parsley, olive oil, sherry (or red wine vinegar or lemon juice)

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Plus, the prep time is only 30 minutes--making it easy to incorporate into your routine.

With that in mind, this is a great recipe to boost weight loss without it taking up too much of your weekend--making it both convenient and healthy.

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This low-calorie soup dish is also pretty easy to make. The crock pot cooks the ingredients, and then a blender helps create a delicious texture--putting it back in the crock pot warms it up perfectly.

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This Is The Best Crockpot Recipe You Can Make This Weekend If Youre Trying To Lose Weight - SheFinds

Do Prius owners really think they need to set the (slow) pace for everyone else?

Very often, at the head of a line of slow-moving vehicles is a Prius, or one will pull out in front of another car and slow down every car behind it.

Is it because the car cannot accelerate, or is it because the owners of that particular car feel the need to control others?

I don't think it's either one, Susan.

We know a famous researcher named Dr. David Giovannoni. We call him Dr. Joe Baloney. He once explained to us that humans (and organizations) achieve what they measure.

So, for instance, if you want to lose weight, what would you do? Well, you might cut out sweets, drink water instead of soda and maybe start to exercise (Note: we're talking about you, not me).

Then you'd get on a scale. And if the number on the scale was lower than it was the week before, you'd keep doing those things, because you'd know they're working.

You achieve what you measure.

Now, who buys a Toyota Prius? Someone who wants to get better gas mileage than the rest of us mortals. And guess what a big screen on the dashboard of the Prius does? It measures mileage. Constantly. By watching the numbers change on that screen, Prius drivers learn very quickly that by accelerating very gently, they can coax their mileage up from 53.8 mpg to 54.1 mpg.

That makes them feel good. So they learn to feather that gas pedal and take 25 seconds to get from 0-60 while you're cursing at them through your windshield.

It's not that the Prius can't accelerate. It will accelerate like pretty much any other car if you put your foot down.

And it's not that they feel a need to be controlling. They're just pursuing their personal goal of maximizing their mileage -- because they care about it, and they're constantly measuring it.

Likewise, if you measured your blood pressure, Susan, you'd probably find that it goes up when you're stuck behind a Prius.

If you took a few deep breaths and said to yourself, "How nice, there's a person who cares about the planet and is making the world a better place by wasting less fuel," you'd see your blood pressure go down.

Then you'd throw the blood pressure monitor out the window and pass the Prius with a few choice hand gestures.

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If theres one persistent dilemma every health-conscious person in India faces today, its probably to do with rice. People of the Indian subcontinent are traditionally used to eating rice, and its an integral part of our culture too. But consuming rice has also been associated with weight gain and increased risk of diseases like diabetes.

This is the reason why the rice question has become a huge issue for those who want to eat healthy and stay fit. The confusion probably deepens whenever you come across an aisle full of rice varieties at the supermarket, or when you read that you should eat a particular type of rice to lose weight.

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Time to leave that confusion behind, because heres everything you need to know about the most popular varieties of rice available in India and to make the healthiest choice for your diet.

Glycemic index (GI) of a food refers to how quickly it raises your blood glucose levels. The higher the GI, the quicker your blood glucose levels rise. Most people assume that choosing a rice variety that has the lowest GI is the smartest way to go, but thats not true. Yes, the type of rice matters, but so does the size of the grain and method of cooking.

For example, long-grain white rice varieties like basmati have a GI of 57 while short-grain white rice varieties have a GI of 72. Similarly, when medium-grain brown rice is boiled it has a GI of 72, when steamed it has a GI of 50, and when microwaved it has a GI of 59.

The smartest thing to do here is to pick a rice variety that is packed with the most nutrients and then cook it in the best way. Steaming your rice is a healthier method, and make sure that you dont fry it in oil or ghee as that will just add calories to it.

There is no rice variety that is completely devoid of carbohydrates and calories, so if you are on a low-carb, low-cal diet you might want to stay away from rice altogether. Otherwise, you can choose from the following rice varieties.

1. White rice

With 68 calories per 100g (according to the US Department of Agriculture or USDAs Food Composition Database), white rice is also very carb-heavy (14.84g per 100g). But, traditionally, this is the most popular type of rice and has its own set of benefits. White rice is a rich source of calcium and folate, even though it has lower protein, fibre and mineral content.

Nutritionally, white rice might not seem like the best choice if youre on a weight-loss diet, but people with irritable bowel or digestive disorders should opt for this variety because its low on fibre and the easiest to digest. If you do choose to eat this rice, go for the long grain ones like basmati.

2. Brown rice

The fact that brown rice is rich in fibre, protein and antioxidants is well known. This rice variety is full of flavonoids like apigenin, quercetin and luteolin - all of which are known to prevent diseases. According to a study published in theBritish Journal of Nutritionin 2019, eating brown rice can lower the risk of diabetes and even reduce inflammation.

Choosing brown rice is a healthy option, but you need to remember that it has similar carbohydrate (17.05g per 100g) and calorie (82 cal per 100g) counts as white rice. Even so, brown rice is a good choice for those who want to lose weight the healthy way.

3. Red rice

455 calories per 100g is a huge number, but still, red rice especially Himalayan red rice is making its way into more homes these days. The reason is simple: apart from being packed with protein and fibre, red rice has an exceptionally high antioxidant content. Its full of flavonoids like anthocyanins, apigenin, myricetin and quercetin, and it can help the body fight cancer-causing free radicals even more than brown rice can.

So, apart from helping prevent cancer, eating red rice can also decrease inflammation and reduce the risk of heart diseases and diabetes.

4. Black rice

Also known as forbidden rice, black rice has the highest antioxidant concentration of all rice varieties. Apart from actively preventing cell damage due to free radicals and thereby reducing the risk of all types of cancer black rice also minimises oxidative stress, high levels of which can cause heart diseases and mental decline.

Black rice is also rich in fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals, and has 335 calories per 100g. Despite being high-cal, black rice can help you lose weight, detoxify your body, and minimise the risk of diabetes, heart diseases, etc. So overall, this is a good rice option for those who want to lead a healthy life.

5. Wild rice

This rice variety is actually not a rice at all, but the seeds of some aquatic grass varieties. Yet, wild rice is used just like every other variety of rice and gains a special status during the bi-annual festival of Navratri. With 101 calories per 100g, wild rice is rich in protein, fibre, folate, and minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper and manganese.

According to a study published in Nutrients in 2013, wild rice actively reduces triglycerides, cholesterol levels, insulin resistance and oxidative stress - all of which point to the fact that this rice variety is a great choice for those who are at risk of high cholesterol, diabetes, cancer and heart diseases.

Now that you know the nutritional content and benefits of the most popular rice varieties, go pick the one suited best to your individual needs.

For more information, read our article onFiber: Food sources, Benefits and Side Effects.

Health articles in Firstpost are written by myUpchar.com, Indias first and biggest resource for verified medical information. At myUpchar, researchers and journalists work with doctors to bring you information on all things health.

Updated Date: Jan 30, 2020 13:12:46 IST

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