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Pigs fed a low-protein diet can show more damaging behaviors, but this can be counteracted by supplementation of essential amino acids to their diet, according to research from Wageningen University and Research recently published in Scientific Reports. The researchers say this outcome is important for both pig welfare and the environment.

Environmental enrichment lowers the risk of damaging behaviors in pigs. The provision of extra toys and chewing materials to pigs on a low-protein diet was therefore tested. Initially the extra enrichment reduced tail biting. After a few weeks, however, this effect vanished, even though the pigs were still clearly attracted to the enrichment materials offered.

"This does not mean that environmental enrichment is not important for pigs, but shows that more is needed to prevent the detrimental effects of a low-protein diet on pig welfare," says researcher Ilaria Minussi.

Supplementation of extra essential amino acids to the low-protein diet was, however, effective on the long run. Pigs fed the supplemented diet did not differ in tail biting behavior or wounds from pigs on diets with higher protein levels. This shows that low-protein diets can be used for pigs without increasing the risk of damaging behaviors by means of amino acid supplementation.

Individual pigs may have different amino acid requirements, depending on their health, for instance. Future studies will focus on determining whether pigs can self-supplement extra amino acids when needed by changing their dietary choices.

Pig diets with low protein content are increasingly used to improve the sustainability of meat production. Such diets reduce, for instance, nitrogen excretion in the environment, which is a contemporary issue. However, previous research at WUR demonstrated that pigs fed such diets show more damaging behaviors towards their pen mates, such as ear biting and tail biting.

"So lowering the level of protein in pig diets has clear benefits for the environment, but this may come at the expense of pig welfare," says Minussi. "Finding a solution to prevent this effect is therefore important."

This research of Wageningen University and Research is part of a Public Private Partnership funded by the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food, ForFarmers, De Heus and METEX Animal Nutrition.

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Atkins, keto, palaeo, gluten-free, low-carb, low-fat, high-fat, raw, vegan, vego, pescatarian phew, thats a lot of different diets!

And its by no means an exhaustive list.

The old adage you are what you eat has come to be a mantra for good diet and health. It was originally coined by 19th-century German philosopher Ludwig Feuerbach, himself drawing on commentary by an earlier French gourmand Anthelme Brillat-Savarin.

Increasingly, science is finding new connections between diet and our overall picture of health. You may have heard how our gut microbiome acts as a second brain, or that avoiding unprocessed foods can lead to all-cause mortality.

But when it comes to many fad diets that promise quick weight loss or improved health, the science can sometimes be skimp. This can change over time as researchers test the influence of diet on general health, weight management and as a medical treatment.

The Mediterranean diet is probably closest to the mark as a lifestyle of choice, in terms of overall health, nutrition, and diet science. It emphasises fruit and vegetable consumption, with some wholegrain breads and cereals, legumes, nuts, seeds and fish, with olive oil as a primary fat source.

This diet is either explicitly endorsed by many health authorities around the world such as the American Heart Association, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners as a diet for lowering cardiovascular disease risk, or used as a basis for other recommendations. The World Health Organization also advises on ways for the Mediterranean and similar New Nordic diets to be implemented as health policy.

But diet might be better considered about more than what goes in ones mouth.

Dr Evangeline Mantzioris, Program Director of the Nutrition and Food Sciences Degree at the University of South Australia, says a truer interpretation of the world extends beyond merely food and drink.

The word diet actually derives from the Greek word diaita, which means the way you choose to live your life, Mantzioris told the Debunks podcast.

So its not just about the food, its about the exercise, its about the social interaction, its about the rest. Its about the sleep. Its all of that.

The WHOs 2019 Health Evidence Network Synthesis Report also acknowledges both social and sleep components of the lifestyle, noting shared eating practices, post-meal siestas and lengthy meal times all contribute to positive health effects.

In terms of the nutritional component, Mantzioris notes that adherence to the diet requires not just an uptake of olive oil, but cutting down on less beneficial foods and an active lifestyle.

Its not just the olive oil, its dropping down the meat, its mainly a plant food diet, its purposeful exercise, she says.

Im always a little bit nervous when people just talk about the diet and the food without considering the rest of it.

In the 60s, when the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet were seen [] they were out there harvesting, growing their food, preparing their food, doing all that sort of purposeful exercise in the outdoor environment, often in quite steep terrain. So that is just as important.

The Mediterranean diet continues to be shown to be quite healthy and beneficial in terms of improving chronic disease risk, even without weight loss.

Mantzioris says that the diet has also been shown to improve cognitive and mental health outcomes.

Diet is the focus of the latest episode of Debunks from Cosmos and 9Podcasts, where we dive not simply into what makes a good diet, but the principles that dieticians and nutritionists look for when recommending one for a patient to consider.

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A new study shows that a low-fat vegan diet significantly reduces postmenopausal hot flashes by 95% and aids in weight loss. This diets impact on the gut microbiome, specifically the reduction of certain bacteria, is linked to the decrease in hot flashes, indicating a potential connection between diet, gut health, and menopausal symptoms. Further research is required to fully understand these findings.

A new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine has revealed that a low-fat vegan diet that includes soy fosters changes in the gut microbiome that decrease postmenopausal vasomotor symptoms, or hot flashes, overall by 95%.

This diet not only completely eradicated severe hot flashes but also resulted in a 96% decrease in moderate-to-severe episodes. Furthermore, it effectively reduced both daytime and nighttime hot flashes by 96% and 94%, respectively. Additionally, participants following this diet experienced an average weight loss of 6.4 pounds.

Women who want to fight hot flashes should feed the bacteria in their gut a vegan diet rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, and beans, which also leads to weight loss and protects against heart disease and type 2 diabetes, says study co-author Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD, director of clinical research at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

The new research is a secondary analysis of the WAVS trialthe Womens Study for the Alleviation of Vasomotor Symptomsthat the Physicians Committee previously published in the journalMenopause.

In the study, 84 postmenopausal women reporting two or more moderate-to-severe hot flashes daily were randomly assigned to either the intervention group that was asked to follow a low-fat vegan diet, including a half cup cooked soybeans a day, or to the control group that continued their usual diets for 12 weeks.

For the secondary analysis, stool samples from a subset of 11 participants were used to perform a gut microbiome analysis at baseline and after 12 weeks on a vegan diet. Changes in the amount of several families, genera, and species of bacteria were found.

The study is the first to find that reductions in the abundance of Porphyromonas and Prevotella corporis are associated with a reduction in severe day hot flashes. Prevotella corporis has also been found in the gut of people with rheumatoid arthritis and seems to have pro-inflammatory properties.

The decrease in the abundance of Clostridium asparagiforme was associated with a reduction in total severe and severe night hot flashes. Clostridium asparagiforme has also been found to produce trimethylamine-N-oxide, a compound associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. A decreased abundance of Clostridium asparagiforme may partially explain the beneficial effects of a plant-based diet on cardiovascular health and provide a possible link between hot flashes and incident cardiovascular disease.

Changes in the abundance of other bacteria looked at in the study may play a role in alleviating hot flashes by stabilizing estrogen levels, reducing inflammation, and increasing satiety, among other benefits.

The authors say that larger randomized clinical trials are needed to further investigate these findings.

Reference: A dietary intervention for postmenopausal hot flashes: A potential role of gut microbiome. An exploratory analysis by Hana Kahleova, Danielle N. Holtz, Noah Strom, Alex La Reau, Sinjana Kolipaka, Natalie Schmidt, Ellen Hata, Tatiana Znayenko-Miller, Richard Holubkov and Neal D. Barnard, 8 November 2023,Complementary Therapies in Medicine. DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2023.103002

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A federal court on Nov. 15 enjoined two Utah-based companies from distributing and manufacturing adulterated and misbranded dietary supplements, the Justice Department announced.

In a complaint filed on Oct. 11 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the United States alleged that Evig LLC and the companys CEO, David Lex Howard, violated the federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) by distributing adulterated and misbranded dietary supplements. In a separate complaint filed the same day, the United States alleged that Premium Productions LLC and the company manager's, Ryan Petersen, violated the FDCA by manufacturing adulterated dietary supplements. According to the complaints, the dietary supplements involved are marketed throughout the United States under the brand name Balance of Nature.

The complaint against Evig LLC and Howard alleges that the defendants claimed their dietary supplements can cure, treat and prevent a variety of diseases and health conditions, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes and coronavirus. According to the complaint, the supplements were neither approved by FDA nor exempt from approval, making them unapproved new drugs and misbranded under the terms of the FDCA. The complaint further alleges that FDA inspections showed the defendants had no system in place to handle customer complaints, despite receiving reports asserting that their products may have caused allergic reactions from ingredients not identified on the label.

The complaint against Premium Productions LLC and Petersen alleges that the defendants operation did not follow required current good manufacturing practices and failed to develop good operating procedures and adequate quality controls, making their products adulterated under the FDCA.

FDA sent both companies warning letters in August 2019 explaining that their conduct did not comply with the FDCA. According to the governments complaints, the defendants failed to take appropriate steps to come into compliance after receiving those letters.

Products intended to treat or cure diseases require FDA approval, said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton, head of the Justice Departments Civil Division. Dietary supplement makers also must abide by federal health and safety requirements. The department will continue to work closely with FDA to stop the distribution of unapproved, adulterated and misbranded dietary supplements.

This FDA action ensures that dietary supplements distributed to American consumers are appropriately labeled, lawfully manufactured and prevents products that potentially put peoples health at risk with unproven claims to cure, treat or prevent a serious illness, said Acting Associate Commissioner Michael C. Rogers of the FDAs Office of Regulatory Affairs. We previously warned Evig LLC and Premium Production LLC, but they have demonstrated repeated violations of manufacturing requirements, and the public cannot have confidence that their products are what they purport to be. The FDA will continue to protect the U.S. public health by taking appropriate actions when companies violate the law.

In both cases, the defendants agreed to settle the suits and be bound by consent decrees of permanent injunction. The orders entered by the court permanently enjoin the defendants from violating the FDCA and require manufacturing process improvements.

Senior Trial Attorney Sarah Williams of the Civil Divisions Consumer Protection Branch is handling the case, with assistance from Assistant U.S. Attorney Amanda Berndt for the District of Utah and Assistant Chief Counsel Todd Miller of the FDAs Office of the Chief Counsel.

Additional information about the Consumer Protection Branch and its enforcement efforts can be found at http://www.justice.gov/civil/consumer-protection-branch.

The claims resolved by the injunctions announced today are allegations only. There has been no determination of liability.

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A review published in the Journal of Internal Medicine summarized current knowledge on the impact of dietary factors on chronic diseases and longevity [1].

The choice of what someone eats obviously has a profound impact on that persons health, but the amount is also important. Caloric restriction, the practice of reducing caloric intake without causing malnutrition, has been shown in many laboratory organisms to increase lifespan and delay the onset of age-related diseases [2]. However, studying caloric restriction in humans is challenging.

In the longest caloric restriction trial, non-obese participants achieved 12% calorie reduction over 2 years. Researchers observed improvements in several biomarkers: blood lipids, blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and pro-inflammatory cytokines [3]. However, due to the short duration of the study and the small sample, long-term chronic disease and mortality risk cannot be reliably assessed.

Studies assessing body weight and shape trajectories are used as a marker and substitute for detailed calorie intakes. Such studies show the health benefits of maintaining a stable-lean body shape, which include decreased risks of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases [4, 5, 6]. Results also show an association between an elevated risk of several diseases and weight gain, even in 5 kg (11 lb) increments, during young and middle adulthood [6].

Research spanning several decades provides a wealth of evidence supporting the idea that different types of fat are linked to different effects on health. Some studies have associated higher intake of unsaturated fats with lower mortality rates [7]. On the other hand, consumption of trans fats and saturated fats has been documented to have the opposite effect, and it is associated with increased mortality.

The food source of fat is also important, with plant sources, but not animal sources, lowering the risk of coronary artery disease [8]. Protein restriction, specifically restricting particular amino acids, such as methionine and tryptophan, extends the lifespan of laboratory model organisms [9, 10].

In humans, associations between protein intake and mortality are still being researched. Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) demonstrates that, for individuals between 50-65 years old, high animal protein, but not high plant protein, was associated with a 75% increase in overall mortality during 18 years of follow-up. However, for individuals over 65, higher protein intake was associated with lower mortality [11].

This hasnt been observed in other cohort studies, where age was not a modifying factor. In those studies, higher animal protein intake was associated with cardiovascular mortality, and higher plant protein intake was inversely associated with all-cause and cardiovascular mortality [12].

Carbohydrate intake is also intensely studied. Animal studies on low-carbohydrate or ketogenic diets suggest that they can enhance longevity and healthspan [13]. Short-term randomized clinical trials show that restricting the consumption of carbohydrates can improve several biomarkers, such as by lowering blood glucose or improving insulin sensitivity [14].

However, adherence to a low-carb diet is challenging and can result in inadequate intake of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Current research suggests that the health impact of a low-carb diet depends on the type of fat and protein consumed [15]. An animal-based low-carb diet is associated with higher mortality. In comparison, a low-carb diet in which vegetables are mostly the sources of protein and fat is associated with lower mortality, especially mortality caused by cardiovascular diseases. Generally, studies agree that carbohydrate quality, more than quantity, plays a more important role in the development of chronic disease.

Polyphenols are a group of natural compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticarcinogenic properties. They are found in many plant-based foods. Consumption of polyphenols is linked to cardiometabolic benefits, improved cognitive function, decreased neurodegenerative disease risk [16], and maintenance of healthy gut microbiota [17]. Some research has found that polyphenols have aging properties, and they influence many hallmarks of aging [18].

The authors rightly notice that various healthy dietary components are not consumed in isolation but must be combined into a healthy dietary pattern. One of the diets, which is regarded as healthy, is the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean diet is abundant in plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, legumes, and olive oil.

Current research points out that adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with reduced risks of many conditions and diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, stroke, heart failure, neurodegenerative diseases, and mortality [19].

The Nordic diet has some similarities to the Mediterranean diet. It focuses on plant-based and locally sourced foods, with a major difference of using mainly rapeseed oil instead of olive oil. Available data, although scarce, suggests that following a Nordic diet lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes. However, no long-term studies have been conducted so far [20].

This paper also discusses the Okinawan diet. Okinawa Island is one of the Blue Zones, a place with a high number of centenarians. Diet is one of the components believed to be responsible for the increased lifespan of Okinawas residents. It puts emphasis on root vegetables (mainly purple sweet potatoes), green and yellow vegetables, soybean-based foods, seaweeds and algae, tea, and a variety of medicinal plants (e.g. bitter melon) and spices such as turmeric with limited meat consumption. Additionally, Okinawans practice Hara Hachi Bu, that is, eating until they are 80% full, which resembles caloric restriction.

The authors also discuss vegetarian diets. Small randomized clinical trials have shown improvements in different biomarkers for participants following a vegetarian diet, e.g., reduced blood pressure, total and LDL cholesterol levels, body weight, and other cardiometabolic risk factors. Additionally, large cohort studies of vegetarians suggest they have a reduced risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and lower rates of cancer than nonvegetarians [21].

The study authors conclude that while dietary patterns have a profound impact on health, other lifestyle factors are important to increase healthspan and lifespan.

We defined five low-risk lifestyle factors as fulfilling either: never smoking, maintaining normal weight (BMI 18.524.9 kg/m2), 30+ minutes/day moderate to vigorous physical activity, moderate alcohol intake (no more than one drink per day for women and no more than two for men), and a high-quality diet.

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Under eye dark circles can be reduced with a good diet.

Waking up to those scary dark circles under the eyes - it's a nightmare all of us dread. Dark circles can sometimes be a persistent problem, often revealing more than just a lack of sleep. However, the good news is that a good diet can play a pivotal role in minimizing those pesky circles, offering a holistic approach to skincare. Imagine getting rid of dark circles without investing in expensive cosmetics! Understanding the causes and knowing the foods you should be eating may help bid farewell to those under-eye shadows, most likely, for good!

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Dark circles stem from diverse causes - it could be a sedentary lifestyle or just genetics at play. Medical News Today shared some of the most common causes of dark circles, including:

Risk factors like older age intensify these circles due to the natural loss of fatty tissue and skin thinning around the eyes. A tear trough, associated with ageing, accentuates dark circles. Understanding these triggers is crucial for effective dietary interventions.

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Nutritionist Ramita Kaur suggests adding 5 important micronutrients to the diet to reduce dark circles. She highlighted them in an Instagram post:

Known for minimizing damage caused by free radicals, sources like lemon, amla, kiwi, bell peppers, guava, berries, and oranges should find a regular place in your diet.

A potent ally against pigmentation, sources like tomatoes, watermelon, red bell peppers, carrots, and guava should be embraced for their skin-loving benefits.

Vital for oxygen supply to tissues, iron-rich foods like spinach, pumpkin seeds, raisins, prunes, legumes, lentils, and leafy greens contribute to healthier skin.

Abundant in antioxidants, foods like sunflower seeds, almonds, avocados, peanuts, and sweet potatoes support the fight against free radicals.

Renowned for its tissue-repairing abilities, green leafy veggies like spinach, broccoli, cabbage, mustard greens, and lettuce can aid in rejuvenating damaged skin.

Consultant nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares simple yet effective home remedies to prevent and reduce dark circles:

Create a concoction of ginger, tulsi, and kesar, sweetened with honey. Ginger and tulsi, with their medicinal properties, make for an excellent addition to your daily morning ritual.

Swap unhealthy snacks for a mix of peanuts, jaggery, and coconut. Combining these ingredients in a bowl provides a nutrient-rich 4 pm snack, contributing to overall skin health.

Say no to commercial soaps and face washes. Instead, prepare a face cleanser using besan (gram flour) and fresh milk. This natural alternative cleanses your face without stripping it of essential moisture.

Have your dinner early so your body digests it properly and absorbs the nutrients. Early dinner means early bedtime, which will also help you prevent under-eye dark circles.

Reducing dark circles isn't just about external treatments; it's a holistic approach that includes dietary choices. With simple home remedies, you're not just aiming for brighter eyes but also nurturing your skin from within.

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The widely embraced web application ChatGPT operates using two language models, and its widespread adoption prompts consideration not of whether it will impact our lives but rather how, Nigam Shah, MD, PhD, chief data scientist at Stanford Health Care, told JAMA Nov. 15.

"When it comes to technology, I think doctors in general tend to be a little bit conservative because we're dealing with caring for human lives," he told the publication. "But in this situation, I think we can't afford that conservatism. We have to be a little more proactive in shaping how these things enter the world of medicine and healthcare."

Dr. Shah said the ChatGPT systems learn from the information provided to them, which may not always produce the resulting patterns that align with preferred beliefs.

But organizations can work to create the model and strive to maintain its unbiased nature by curating the content it consumes, according to Dr. Shah. He also said healthcare organizations need to establish policies that govern the model's output in the event it produces results that reflect biased data.

"We can be intentional about those policies, and for areas where we know that our care practices are not ideal, we say, 'We will not trust the model output,' and we intentionally create the diet that we want to feed to these models," he said.

Stanford Health Care, based in Palo Alto, Calif., is currently piloting Microsoft's Azure OpenAI within its Epic Systems EHR. The technology aims to asynchronously draft responses to patient messages for providers to help them respond to patients' questions in online portals.

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Tips to enjoy sarson ka saag and makki ki roti on a weight loss diet. (Image Credit:Istock)

The combination of sarson ka saag and makki roti defines comfort for Punjabis. As soon as the winter months kick in, we start making preparations to make it at home. Its delightful aroma and enticing taste provide contentment to our hearts. However, for people who are on a weight-loss diet, there are certain things that they need to be mindful of. Although sarson ka saag and makki ki roti are quite nutritious, you must modify the recipe to make it more weight-loss-friendly. Wondering how to savour the rich flavours of this combo without compromising your health? In this article, we'll be sharing some tips that you can follow to enjoy it on a weight-loss diet. Read on!

The answer to this question is yes! Sarson ka saag and makki ki roti not only make for a delicious combination but also offer several benefits. Sarson ka saag has a rich nutrient profile and is also loaded with antioxidants. Additionally, it is great for immunity due to the amount of vitamin C in it. It also helps keep the digestion process smooth. Makki ki roti is also great for our health, as it is rich in fibre and keeps us full for longer. However, the key to enjoying this combination on a weight-loss diet is to make smarter choices in regard to other ingredients that are used to make them. Also Read:5 Delicious Winter Saag Recipes Perfect for Your Weight Loss Diet

Anything that is prepared fresh at home is always healthier. Sarson ka saag and makki ki roti are no exception. When you make it at home, it allows you to have better control over the ingredients. For example, you can adjust the quantity of ghee you add to your bowl of saag or the butter you apply to makki ki roti. On the other hand, if you eat this combo at a restaurant or a dhaba, you have no control over it. More often than not, they add copious amounts of ghee and butter to the saag and makki roti. This way, you end up consuming extra calories. So, if weight loss is on your mind, it's best to prepare it fresh at home instead of eating out.

Makki ki roti is made with maize flour. Although it's one of the healthier flour options, try to opt for whole-grain maize flour. Why, you may ask? Well, this is because whole-grain maize flour is made from the entire kernel of maize. Since it does not undergo any processing, there is no loss of nutrients. The refined version of makki flour, on the other hand, undergoes extensive processing and is not that rich in nutrients. Always opt for the former, as it'll help you stay full for longer with its rich fibre content and nutrient profile. It'll surely aid in your weight-loss goals.

Ghee is the reason why we look forward to eating sarson ka saag and makki ki roti. Without it, the meal feels incomplete and lacks flavour. Sometimes our mothers even pamper us by adding extra ghee to our bowl of saag or by applying it to the makki roti. As much as it enhances the flavour of the dish, it can also hinder your weight-loss journey. While ghee by itself is not unhealthy, you must be mindful of the quantity you use. Anything in excess is never healthy for our bodies. Therefore, it's important that you only add as much as necessary. Do not skip adding it at all, but all we are saying is go easy with it.

We all love pairing our food with a variety of accompaniments. For sarson ka saag and makki ki roti, a side of achaar or a tall glass of lassi becomes the perfect accompaniment. However, you must be mindful if they are adding nutrition to your meal. Most achaars are high in calories due to the use of excessive oil. Lassi, too, can become unhealthy if you enjoy having it with sugar. Unfortunately, you'll have to say goodbye to both of these if you wish to lose weight. If not entirely, limit the oil and salt content in the achaar and avoid adding sugar to your lassi. Apart from this, you can also pair sarson ka saag with other healthy accompaniments, such as a sabzi or a piece of gud. Also Read:Are You Cooking Saag The Right Way? One Mistake You Must Stop Making

We are often recommended by nutritionists to be mindful of our portion size on a weight-loss diet. Many have a habit of eating more than necessary, and this is primarily the reason why you end up gaining weight. You must also follow this rule while having sarson ka saag and makki ki roti. There's no doubt that it makes for a healthy food combination, but excess of anything is never a good idea. Always take as much as required, and then you can take more if need be. It's best to eat it until you feel halfway full. Avoid having it until you're extremely full, as this can lead to weight gain. Remember, moderation is key for every meal.

Now that you know about these tips, keep them in mind the next time you prepare sarson ka saag and makki ki roti at home.

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A Nevada Department of Transportation to restripe a mile of Highway 50 from Zephyr Cove Resort to Round Hill Pines has been 'postponed indefinitely.'

Opponents to a road diet as part of the Highway 50 corridor study have something to be thankful for.

At the Nov. 13, Nevada Department of Transportation Board of Directors state officials said that they will no longer pursue reducing lanes as part of an effort to increase safety on the highway that snakes along Lake Tahoe.

Deputy Director of Administration, Planning and Performance Darin Tedford told directors, including Gov. Joe Lombardo, that a proposal to test lane reductions was rendered unnecessary by construction that essentially did the same thing.

We will no longer pursue lane reduction as a possible safety improvement, he said. Well be adding turn lanes where we can while keeping four lanes and reducing parking.

The state installed a traffic signal at Warrior Way that resulted in a lane reduction and substantial back-ups on the highway.

Lombardo, former Clark County Sheriff, said he talked to Douglas Sheriff Dan Coverley and Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam and said that between the county and state authorities there should be some dedicated enforcement to slow down traffic on the highway.

Long-time Douglas County resident Stephen Ascuaga said Highway 50 is a hard stretch of road to improve.

Its a complex stretch of road, he said. As you go from the top of the summit to Stateline It has so many different personalities. I appreciated everybodys time. We all agree there can be improvements made.

Lombardo echoed Ascuagas comments.

I appreciated the publics participation, he said. It shows the process works. The backbone of this idea was safety.

The state has set up speed feedback signs along the highway that seem to be reducing speeds, Tedford said.

Just before Labor Day, the state proposed restriping part of Highway 50 to test a plan to reduce it to two lanes with a turn lane.

That plan would not have affected the actual width of the road, but where the lines were painted.

However, due to a reassessment of the unique operations of this route, NDOT is no longer considering incorporating lane reductions as part of a demonstration project or the upcoming paving scheduled to begin next year, spokeswoman Meg Ragonese said on Friday. The reassessment is based on numerous elements, including traffic flow and analysis following this summers road work zones for highway and utility improvements, as well as feedback received as part of continuing stakeholder and public outreach.

Ragonese said that the final corridor study report will be published in 2024.

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