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Tuesday April 18 2017

Migraines are more common in women

"People who are too fat or too thin are 'more likely to suffer from migraines'," reports The Sun.

Researchers reviewed data from 12 studies involving 288,981 people and concluded obese people have a 21% increased risk of migraines, compared to those of healthy weight.

Migrainesare moderate to severe headaches that are more common in women. People who are underweight also have a small increased risk.

Researchers don't know exactly how weight affects migraine risk, but it may be to do with chemicals released by fatty tissue. Researchers found that both age and sex affected people's chances of the condition, as well as their weight.

This type of research can't tell us whether migraine is caused directly by weight. And we don't know whether obese people with migraine can lower their chances of having the painful headaches by losing weight.

Still, trying to achieve a healthy weight should help lower your risk of a range of chronic diseases such asheart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Read more about how to lose weight safely with the NHS Weight Loss Plan.

The study was carried out by researchers from Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the US, the University of L'Aquila in Italy, and the University of Queensland in Australia.

The researchers reported no direct funding. The study was published in thepeer-reviewed journal Neurology.

The Sun gave an accurate overview of the study. The Mail Online's rather odd headline claimed that: "Being a healthy weight is the only way to beat migraine," ignoring the fact that many people of healthy weight get migraines, and there are plenty of migraine treatments around.

The Mail also said that "migraine sufferers could prevent the misery of migraine headaches by staying at a healthy weight," when the research does not show that changing weight affects migraine.

Both newspapers use the researchers' figure that obesity leads to a 27% greater risk of migraine, based on an analysis adjusted for age and sex. However, the fully-adjusted figure, taking into account multiple risk factors for migraine, is 21%.

This is a meta-analysis, which pooled results from previously-published studies looking at links between weight and migraine. Meta-analyses are a good wayof summarising all the existing research about a topic. However, they are only as good as the studies that they report.

All of the studies in this case were observational in nature, and so are not able to show that being over- or underweight causes migraines.

Researchers looked for previously-published observational studies on migraine and weight. They pooled the data to look for links between migraine risk and different categories of weight underweight, healthy weight, overweight or obese. They adjusted their figures to take account ofconfounding factorsknown to affect migraine risk, such as age and sex.

The studies included were assessed to be of fairly good quality (all ranking seven or above on a 10-point quality scale).

The researchers conducted sensitivity analyses to ensure the pooled results were not skewed by any individual study. They also asked the original study authors for additional information, meaning they were able to include data not used in previous meta-analyses.

The study found that obese people and underweight people, but not overweight people, were more likely to report having migraines.

Compared to people of healthy weight:

Both the chances of having migraines, and the link between migraines and obesity, were strongest in younger people and lessened with age.

The researchers say their findings show a potential "moderate" increased risk of migraine from being obese. They say this finding "supports the need for research to determine whether interventions to reduce obesity decrease the risk of migraine".

They suggest this will help scientists understand the causes of migraine better, and possibly develop treatments based on people's weight.

The study results are clear: people who are obese have a moderately increased chance of getting migraine headaches, and people who are underweight have a small increased chance. However, the results don't tell us why that is.

There are a few limitations to be aware of:

The link to weight is likely to be only one factor contributing to whether someone gets migraine, including genes inherited from parents. Lots of things have been identified as possible triggers for migraine headaches in those susceptible, including:

While it's always a good idea to keep to a healthy weight (it's not called a healthy weight for nothing), we don't know from this study if losing weight (for obese people) or gaining weight (for underweight people) will affect their chances of getting migraines.

Avoiding the triggers listed above, when possible, should also help.

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Steak with pepper sauce and grilled vegetablesa favorite among post-race meals. Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto

Marathon week can be stressful. After spending months racking up the miles, youre in full taper modedramatically scaling back your running and hoping you dont come down with a last-minute illness or nagging injury. While it feels good to give your legs time to recuperate from all the hard trainingthats the point of tapering, after alltaking your foot off the gas during the final countdown is inevitably unnerving.

Race week nutrition can foster a similar sense of anxiety. To help put your mind at ease, we asked four elite-level marathoners, all of whom will be running in this years Boston Marathon on April 17, for a few of their go-to race week meals. Each runner thinks meticulously about timing and crafting dinners that will feed their muscles, prepare their bodies, and give them the extra boost they need to be race-day ready. Read on for their strategies.

Age: 41

Marathon PR: 2:29:10

Career Highlights: Member of multiple U.S. national teams. Russell finished 27th during the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. She also clocked several top-ten finishes in major marathons, including winner of the 2003 Twin Cities Marathon and USATF national champion in 2015.

The Big Picture: Its crucial to listen to your body rather than let your mental doubts about taper mode take over, says Russell. Despite my reduced mileage, Im still usually starving. Maybe its just my body trying to absorb as much as it can because it knows whats coming, she says. Russell hates being hungry, so despite her lower training load, shes constantly snacking on something. But Im definitely not carbo-loading. I dont want to feel like Im bloated all of a sudden, she cautions.

Five Days Out: Fried calamari from a favorite local Mexican restaurant with a side of refried rice and beans. Russell eats a healthy diet overall, so a minor splurge on fried calamari wont set her system back. Plus, it gives a balanced ratio of fat, carbs, and protein.

Three Days Out: Filet mignon, cooked medium-rare, broiled in the oven with a little garlic salt, served with a twice-baked potato, a side salad, and vegetables. Russells tip: dont risk the steak the day before the marathon. Ive had steak the night before other shorter races, but in a marathon, you have a long way to go if that doesnt sit right.

One Day Out: A salmon filet with dill-mayo sauce; a side of risotto with carrots, broccoli, peas, and Parmesan; and bread. Russell goes gourmet by sauting the salmon on the stove to give it a little crunch.

Hydration: During all of my training, I finish every run by immediately making myself a glass of chocolate milk. Im not really hungry, but I want to get something in my body within 30 minutes, says Russell. In addition, I drink eight to 12 ounces of water as soon as I get up. The first couple times, it just goes right through you, but after that your body gets used to it.

Age: 33

Marathon PR: 2:22:38

Career Highlights: Two-time Olympian who finished seventh in the womens marathon at the 2016 Games in Rio. She has finished as first American in all three U.S. Marathon Majors, including a second-place overall finish at the 2011 Boston Marathon.

The Big Picture: The big thing for competitive runners is that you need to learn to compete anywhere in the world. Your whole nutrition strategy cant just blow up if youre racing somewhere that doesnt have your favorite products or foods, says Linden. One of her favorite mantras comes from Clint Verran: you should be flexible enough that you could have dinner from a vending machine if it came down to it.

Five Days Out: Sirloin steak, cooked medium, with a spinach salad and sweet potatoes.

Three Days Out: Spaghetti Bolognese, or any red sauce that isnt cream based. Im not opposed to a beer around this time, either, says Linden. My brew of choice leading up to this years Boston race is Samuel Adams Rebel IPA.

One Day Out: A plate of plain white rice. Its simple, but white rice is the easiest thing for me to digest, and its a great carb source, so it has become a staple, says Linden.

Hydration: Hydrate nonstop before race day. All day long, Ill have an electrolyte drink to sip on, says Linden. If you arent already hydrated when you wake up on the day of the race, you wont be able to make up for lost time.

Age: 28

Marathon PR: 2:11:30

Career Highlights: Sixth-place finish in the mens marathon at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. USATF national champion in the marathon in 2015.

The Big Picture: Time your carbo-load properly. About a week out, Ill start shifting a little bit away from carbohydrates by taking out around 50 percent carbohydrate-derived calories from my normal diet, says Ward. Once Im halfway through the week, Ill put the carbs back and take out about half the fats and proteins for the last three days.

Five Days Out: Lean meat (either sirloin steak, a piece of chicken, or fish) and lots of vegetablesbroccoli, carrots, cauliflower, or sweet potatoes. Ward also mixes in some quick-digesting carbs with white potatoes or bread on the side.

Three Days Out: Im really into the sweet potato popsicle, Ward says. Just throw one in the microwave, and peel back the skin to eat. When hes digging into more of a meal, Ward tries to eat two sweet potatoes with cinnamon alongside a lean piece of meat, a piece of bread, and a side of broccoli.

One Day Out: Dont overdo it. My biggest focus the night before a race when it comes to nutrition is to keep it light, Ward says. By the night before the race, I should be fully carb-loaded, so that meal is really just to give me some satiation and a little bit of energy. His perfectly portioned choice is a light serving of spaghetti with marinara sauce.

Hydration: Im mostly hydrating with water, but I get my electrolytes from Glukos, which I will drink periodically throughout the week.

Age: 41

Marathon PR: 2:08:37

Career Highlights: Four-time Olympian with a silver medal in the mens marathon at the 2004 Games in Athens. Winner of the 2009 New York City Marathon and 2014 Boston Marathon.

The Big Picture: People focus disproportionately on loading up with carbohydrates, but its also important to watch your protein intake. Ill try to do a protein push until Wednesday for a Sunday race, says Meb. After Wednesday, Ill start shifting toward starches a little more, usually pasta, or brown rice.

Five Days Out: Chicken or beef (medium-well) with brown rice and salad. Meb steers clear of fish.

Three Days Out: To really get the most out of your fueling, youll likely have to focus on functionover taste. That means eating could get boring. Three days before race-day, Meb returns to chicken (legs or wings) with a side of pasta or brown rice.

One Day Out: Spaghetti with red sauce, meatballs, and Parmesan. Before I came to the U.S., I lived in Italy, so I love my cheese, Meb says. This is the last day of his strict game plan for nutrition. After the race, Meb often gains ten to 12 pounds within one week.

Hydration: During most of the taper, Meb takes in 20 ounces of electrolytes daily, but the rest is water. I used to drink a lot of juice at every meal, but I dont do that anymore, says Meb. Ill usually just have a glass of orange juice with dinner.

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Anthony Joshua fights at the end of the month (Picture: Getty)

Anthony Joshuas diet consists of 5,000 calories a day as the heavyweight champion prepares for his showdown with Wladimir Klitschko.

The boxers nutritionist Mark Ellison explained Joshua trains like a middleweight and eats like a champion.

Joshua is preparing for the biggest fight of his career when he takes on Klitschko at Wembley on April 29 and needs some serious fuel.

Ellison, a performance nutritionist for GB Boxing and Joshua, revealed that the heavyweight is unlike anyone he has ever worked with.

Theres no other heavyweights like him that are as lean as him, as athletic as him, that can cope with the training he does, Ellison told Betway.

Hes unbelievably committed, he focuses on the details and he works his absolute nuts off.

The challenge for me is making sure he eats enough.

We ease a lot in with liquids. These are extra calories that we have to hide in his diet so that it is palatable.

Joshuas breakfast includes two slices of wholemeal toast, five eggs, fruit and Greek yogurt.

The 27-year-olds lunch consists of salad, two baked potatoes and a big portion of tuna or salmon.

Lunch 912 calories Salmon, 2 potatoes, salad

Dinner 2,386 calories Chicken, white rice, half an avocado, hummus, vegetables

Joshua will close out his day with chicken, white rice, pitta bread or mashed potatoes, vegetables and hummus for dinner with the calorie count topping 5,000 on the days where he trains up to eighthours.

All the food, a sh**-ton of calories according to Ellison, is so Joshua can keep himself fueled during a grueling training camp.

Joshua requires six to eight grams of carbohydrates, two grams of protein and one gram of fat for every kilo of his 113kg body weight.

The Olympian is undefeated in his professional career with 18 knockouts from 18 fights and Ellison explained how liquids serve a crucial purpose for Joshua.

When youre training four hours a day, twice a day, your opportunities to eat are massively reduced, he said.

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If we can use liquids to get in some proteins and carbohydrates quickly, then that serves a great purpose.

It helps us recover quickly, doesnt impact on appetite as much, and lets us have a proper meal an hour later.

Without those liquids, wed be screwed.

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The FC crew preview the second-legs of the UCL quarterfinals, including Real Madrid's 'game-changers' against Bayern. Carlo Ancelotti is confident Jerome Boateng will be fit to play Real Madrid in the second leg of the Champions League. Carlo Ancelotti expects to see Bayern Munich put their loss to Real Madrid behind them when they face Leverkusen. Sid Lowe finds Real Madrid to be a Champions League enigma, at times under-performing yet proving their brilliance. Bayern Munich's Carlo Ancelotti remains defiant about their chances of qualification despite a home loss to Real Madrid.

Carlo Ancelotti has said Robert Lewandowski will definitely play for Bayern Munich, who are confident defenders Mats Hummels and Jerome Boateng can both overcome injuries in time to face holders Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg on Tuesday.

Lewandowski has scored 38 goals in all competitions this season -- including seven in eight Champions League games. However, Bayern's top scorer missed the first leg in Munich and has not featured since landing heavily on his right shoulder against Borussia Dortmund on April 8. The Poland striker scored four goals for former club Dortmund against Jose Mourinho's Madrid side in the 2013 semifinals.

Ancelotti confirmed at the prematch news conference in the Bernabeu: "Everything is fine with Lewandowski; he's trained without any problem. He's fit."

Ancelotti's side must overturn a 2-1 defeat from last Wednesday's first leg to progress, but Bayern's boss believes the return of their star striker gives Bayern a real boost.

"It will help us that Lewandowski can play. He is a super player, a top goalscorer and gives us more confidence," he said.

The news was also encouraging regarding Germany's 2014 World Cup-winning defensive partnership, Jerome Boateng and Mats Hummels, who both face late fitness tests in a bid to make the second leg.

Hummels picked up an ankle injury in training last Sunday, while Boateng missed the weekend's Bundesliga goalless draw at Bayer Leverkusen with an adductor problem.

"Both Jerome and Mats trained individually yesterday, but they need a test with the ball. They both have good chances to play, but we will see how they are tomorrow morning."

Both Hummels and Boateng, as well as Lewandowski, took part in Bayern's public training session on Monday -- the first 15 minutes of which were open to the media in the Bernabeu.

Ancelotti added: "We are disadvantaged after the defeat in Munich. We will have to play fantastically to progress and will have to play our best cards tomorrow."

Speaking about potential scorelines in Bayern's favour: "A 2-0 would be good, also a 3-2," Ancelotti said.

"There are many permutations, but we must see how the game develops. Real can always score a goal, when Cristiano Ronaldo finds a yard of space then he scores. We must take care of the minute details -- that is what will decide tomorrow."

Ancelotti led Los Blancos to La Decima in 2014, beating Bayern 5-0 in the semifinals along the way. Asked about his return to the Bernabeu: "I don't know how I feel tomorrow in the stadium, but I had two good years here with lots of lovely memories. I will never forget them."

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The 22-year-old missed the first two grands prix of the season thanks to a lack of fitness caused by his training being compromised by fracturing three vertebrae in an accident in January's Race of Champions.

Wehrlein believes the extra training he was able to do thanks to missing the Chinese Grand Prix earlier this month played a key role in his fitness improving so much.

"I'm surprised how good it is," said Wehrlein when asked by Motorsport.com about how he reacted to the race distance. "But that's what we could have expected because the strength went away but it's coming back quite quickly.

"You can see what a big change these two weeks of training have been to me and I'm just really happy overall.

"This race was great in terms of performance and I'm really happy to come back like this, it's like I've never been away."

Despite having no problems during the race, even in the closing stages when battling to hold off Toro Rosso driver Daniil Kvyat, Wehrlein did experience some pain afterwards.

"Fitness wise, I'm feeling good," said Wehrlein. Now I feel it, of course after a long race I have some pain in my back. I'm quite tired as well, but I guess everyone is after the heat.

Wehrlein also believes that the Bahrain GP weekend was important for him mentally after the criticism he received for skipping two races.

He admits that some of the comments made did have an impact on him.

"Mentally, it was a great weekend, I know what I can do and I know I can be quick but the last three weeks were really difficult for me.

"I heard some crazy comments from other people about myself, what I should do or what they would do in my situation even though they don't know what my situation was. The best answer is to show the performance on track and to come back like this.

"I came back like I never had a break."

Even though he performed well on his return, Wehrlein has no doubt that he would not have been able to contest the season-opening Australian GP with his fitness level at that point.

He pulled out after running during Friday practice, with Antonio Giovinazzi taking over the car for qualifying and the race, and the Chinese GP two weeks later.

"In Melbourne, it was not possible to drive," he said. I wasn't there with my back, I wasn't there in terms of fitness.

"It was just too early, it was eight weeks after three broken vertebrae. I couldn't move for 5 weeks, so I was still recovering from my accident."

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Local gym members will have the chance to get on a stationary bike and pedal to benefit others through an initiative called Spin for a Cause.

Were excited. This is our first year doing it, said Lisa Gallagher, director of the Opelika Sportsplex fitness center.

Spin for a Cause participants are asked to log 300 miles using apps to help the Alabama Rural Ministry rebuild homes in Lee, Macon and Sumter counties. The organization strives to reach its goal of $25,000, which will be applied to the cost of purchasing construction materials for homes that will benefit up to 30 families, according to Lisa Pierce, ARM executive director.

Pierce said the organization also is renovating a community outreach center in Tuskegee.

We are using a website that has an app called Myvirtualmission that has allowed us to set up teams for each gym. Each person that signs up can see the route that the non-stationary bikes are riding April 21-23 as they log in miles. As they ride, they add their miles using the website or app, said Pierce.

Spin for a Cause is a part of larger effort called Cycle of Service, a three-day bike ride to raise awareness about housing needs in the area and funds for house repairs. Participants will cover 100 miles per day from Friday through Saturday. Proceeds will benefit ARM.

People can complete the challenge by spinning at home or at a spin class, Gallagher said.

We have nine spin classes a week, she said. Every time someone does a spin class, they are accomplishing about 12 miles in the 45-minute classes.

The initiative also will be a competition between the Opelika Sportsplex and Moores Mill Fitness in Auburn.

There is currently not a ride going across Alabama that is fully supported, and this is a friendly competition between fitness centers to virtually participate. We are not aware that anyone else is doing this, Pierce said.

Participants can register to ride on the Cycle of Service website at cycleofservice.arm-al.org. It costs $25 to register and an additional $9 for the premium plan on the Myvirtualmission website. Once registered, participants will be emailed a link to sign up based upon their gym.

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Nicole Mejia, a fitness model and guru on social media, reveals her personal body issues to inspire followers. (Photo: Instagram)

Nicole Mejia found popularity and fame on Instagram as a fitness model, gathering well over 1 million followers as she showed off her shapely curves. Now, the creator of the #FitAndThick franchise revealed in a new Instagram post that her journey is shifting from physical beauty to overall acceptance and health.

Mejia, who hails from Pembroke Pines, Fla., began her modeling career eight years ago at the urging of friends and has worked with some top commercial brands and magazine outlets. Using an affable approach to fitness and body positivity, Mejia candidly revealed her own struggles with body acceptance in one of her recent Instagram posts and explained that Fit and Thick is about more than looking the part.

From Mejias post: Time for me to get real with you guys. My body fat percentage is currently the highest that its been since I started Fit and Thick. Funny thing is, so is my happiness and self-acceptance. When I was on my quest to look the part of entering the fitness industry, I ended up losing what fitness was for me in the first place. It never used to be about looking a certain way, but about the mental clarity and emotional release that I was able to achieve after an hour of pushing my body past what I thought I was capable of.

Unabashedly showing skin in a light green bikini, Mejia didnt shy away from revealing examples of cellulite, both up close and at a distance. That boldness isnt uncommon for Mejia, who has posted images of herself without makeup or in the middle of workouts looking less than glamorous but with her usual upbeat attitude.

Mejia concluded in her vulnerable post that shes embarking on a new set of goals for fitness but is moving past the desire to look good in a two-piece. Instead, shes making it her mission to inspire others on their journeys.

Mejia was the target of a lawsuit in early 2016 by an ex-manager who alleged that the model failed to pay a percentage of her revenue in return for putting her on the scene. The case seemingly came and went, and it didnt slow any of Mejias momentum this year. Mejias Fit and Thick brand was created in 2013, culminating into an app that designs workout plans, videos, and meal suggestions along with other fitness aids.

The 28-year-old has famously bragged in past interviews that her body carried the proper amount of fat and muscle, which gave credence to her pride in her natural curves and made her a popular figure for her 1.4 million followers.

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If we told you getting fit was as easy as downloading an app, would you believe us?

While you actually have to use the applications to see results, there are plenty of innovative options that can help you tackle your health and wellness goals. Whether you're a fitness novice, a marathon runner, or fall somewhere in between, the best workout apps target your specific needs for a personalized diet and/or exercise experience.

From customized workout applications to calorie-counting trackers and programs that help you book a yoga class or two, we've compiled the best wellness apps for your get-fit journey.

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Calorie Counter and Diet Tracker by MyFitnessPal

Free-$10

MyFitnessPal is a calorie counter and so much more. The database has over four million foods (and is still growing) you can look up your eats by scanning the bar code, or use the recipe calculator for your own creations. It will also track your activity and help you set up a custom plan based on your goals. Want to know how many calories you burned cleaning the kitchen? It'll tell you.

Strava Running and Cycling

Free-$6

Whether you use it for running or cycling, Strava allows you to track your time, distance, speed, and cadence while also recording elevation changes. And there's a competitive aspect to it too. You can try to outdo your best record and the records of other users. The large active user base means there's always plenty of competition on the leaderboard.

FitStar Personal Trainer

Free-$5

From full gym routines to quick at-home ab workouts, FitStar Personal Trainer has whatever you want. Like with actual personal training, you start with a fitness test to begin at a level that's right for you, and after each workout, the app asks you questions to help tailor the next workout to better suit your needs. Complete with instructional videos and audio tracks, it really is a personal trainer in your pocket.

Lose It!

Free-$40 per year

With an extensive database of grocery items, recipes, and restaurant meals, Lose It! is still one of the top apps for weight loss. Not only does it track your food (calories and nutritional value) and activity to set up custom plans for you, but it's also a community. You can share recipes, exercise routines, and motivation with your friends. It gives you all the information you need in easy-to-read graphs and easy-to-follow instructions. Plus, it reminds you when you forget to log your food, which never hurts.

ClassPass

$40-$115 per month

Not a member of a gym? No problem. Depending on which plan you buy, ClassPass gives you access to a variety of different workout classes like spin, barre, yoga, and even hot Pilates all of which you can see and schedule conveniently from your phone.

Fooducate

Free-$2

Navigate the grocery store aisles with ease. Simply scan an item bar code to receive the nutritional information and the fine print you would otherwise miss (e.g., additives, preservatives, and no-no ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup). Scan something that's not such a good choice, and Fooducate will provide some healthier alternatives. And for produce and other items without bar codes, just type them in, and the app will deliver all the pros and cons plus a quick-reference letter grade from A to D-. It'll also look out for and alert you to allergens if necessary.

HealthyOut

Free

This app makes it easy to eat out without undoing your diet. Find local restaurants in your area (you can filter by cuisine and type of dish), enter your dietary preferences and restrictions (e.g., low-fat, low-calorie, gluten-free, heart-healthy, Atkins, Paleo, etc.), and the app will do the rest. It'll note the healthiest choices on the menu, break down all the nutritional information, and suggest modifications to make your order even better.

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