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WEVE all been there, its time to put on your favourite pair of jeans and they feel a little tight around the waist or the thighs.

While many people have revelled in exercise plans during the coronavirus lockdown, others may have over indulged.

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Researchers from the University of Oxford have now set out a foolproof plan for you to shed the pounds.

Professor Susan Jebb and Dr Kerstin Frie previously set out what makes dieters lose their mojo and go back to sneaking cakes and sweet treats.

After building on results from the first trial, they found that people who weighed themselves each day were more likely to stick to their diets and therefore were more likely to obtain their goals.

Now writing in the British Journal of Health Psychology they outline the results of a new Prevail programme.

The trial gathered data from 100 participants and found that the key to losing weight was to remain in control.

The researchers highlighted seven basic steps to kickstart your weight loss journey as well as the situations and foods you should avoid.

By now we've all got used to checking the traffic light labels when shopping in the supermarket.

The researchers said that green is best when it comes to studying the labels.

Foods that have the green traffic light sticker contain less than 3g of fat per 100g.

Front of pack labels usually give a guide as to the fat content, energy, saturated fat content, sugar content and salt content.

How can I tell if my food is high in fat?

NHS England offers a comprehensive guide as to high and low levels of various groups in your pre packaged food

TOTAL FAT

High: more than 17.5g of fat per 100gLow: 3g of fat or less per 100g

SATURATED FAT

High: more than 5g of saturated fat per 100gLow: 1.5g of saturated fat or less per 100g

SUGARS

High: more than 22.5g of total sugars per 100gLow: 5g of total sugars or less per 100g

SALT

High: more than 1.5g of salt per 100g (or 0.6g sodium)Low: 0.3g of salt or less per 100g (or 0.1g sodium)

Government guidelines recommend that you must eat five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.

Despite this Public Health England says most adults manage just 4.2 portions per day.

Almost all fruit and vegetables count towards your five-a-day and using these as part of your main meals are a great way to make your plate look full and to keep your tummy fuller for longer.

The NHS states that 80g of fresh, canned or frozen fruit and vegetablescounts as 1 portion of your five-a-day.

This is while 30g of dried fruit also counts as one portion.

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The Oxford experts say that physically removing the fat from any meat you are going to consume will help you shed the pounds.

Taking the fat off is a great way to cut unnecessary fat from your diet.

Avoiding processed meats will also help and these include bacon, sausages. hot dogs and canned meats.

Processed meat is any meat that has been preserved by canning, smoking, salting or curing it.

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While you should never completely cut out a food group from your diet, experts say lowering the amount of carbohydrates you consume can help your weight loss efforts.

The Oxford experts recommend replacing the pasta or potatoes you would usually have with your meals with vegetables.

The government recommends that over a third of your diet should be made up of starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, rice and pasta, and over another third should be fruit and vegetables.

Carbs are important as they give you energy and help contribute to healthy levels of fibre in your system.

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The Oxford experts state that you should make half of your meal salad or vegetables.

Not only is this a great way to limit the amount of calories you have but it will also help you fulfil your five-a-day goal.

However the experts highlight that potatoes don't count as half a plate of vegetables and that you should stick to small portions of these foods.

They also recommend using salad dressings made from low fat yogurt or lemon juice in order to give your vegetables and salads a little bit more flavour.

By now you should be used to checking the food labels on your packets and experts say you should try and eat foods that are low in sugar if you want to lose weight.

Again the Oxford experts recommend that you should only eat foods that have green markings when it comes to sugar intake.

This means they contain 5g or less of sugar per 100g.

The NHS states that adults should have no more than the equivalent of seven sugar cubes a day while children aged seven to 10 should have no more than six.

We are all guilty of reaching for the biscuit tin when we feel those mid morning hunger pangs in our stomach.

While the experts don't completely rule out snacking they say you need to keep an eye on what snacks you are eating in between meals.

They recommend snacking on vegetables.

This they say will also keep your fibre levels high while keeping you full in between meals.

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If you want to lose weight the experts also highlighted what you need to completely ditch in order to succeed in your weight loss journey.

They said that fried foods were a no no and also stated that crisps, biscuits, cakes and sweets should also be ditched.

They added that these should not even be eaten as part of your three meals a day.

Checking portion sizes was another top tip from the experts and they claimed that tracking apps that come with wearable devices and other popular apps such as MyFitnessPal can help you reach your goals.

In conclusion to their study the experts said people lost more weight when they used the guide, especially in the short term.

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After months spent in lockdown - many of us have become all too friendly with Mr Fridge.

That, teamed with moving less and sitting more has meant some people are looking for ways to shed those extra pounds.

The 1:1 Diet otherwise known as The Cambridge Weight Plan replaces meals with shakes, soups and bars to help people cut and control calories.

But critics say it's not always the healthiest or most sustainable way to lose weight.

So we have separated the fact from the fiction to give you a comprehensive guide to the Cambridge diet.

Other popular NHS diets include Slimming World, Weight Watchers, The F Plan and The South Beach Diet.

The 1:1 diet is a meal replacement diet formally known as The Cambridge Weight Plan.

In 2019, the Cambridge Weight Plan had a rebrand under the new name of the 1:1 diet. It does the same thing, but the brand says the new name emphasises the one-to-one relationship between dieter and consultant.

In terms of food and what you can eat it means swapping out normal meals for shakes, soups, porridges and snack bars.

These are designed to fulfil all of your daily nutritional requirements, while cutting out hundreds of calories.

By following its strict rules, it claims it can help dieters lose up to a stone a month.

There are a total of six variations of the plan, ranging from 440 to 1,500 calories a day, depending on factors such as your starting weight and weight-loss goals.

Step one, or 'Sole Source', is the most austere, asking dieters to cut out all 'normal' daily foods and solely eat from Cambridge Weight Plan's own-brand, low-calorie range of products, along with 2.5 litres of water.

Later stages - like step six, or 'Maintenance' - are more flexible, allowing room for some meals, interspersed with a few meal-replacements.

So, you start at step one, and then slowly introduce solid foods as you begin to shed weight.

The idea is that you eat so few calories that your body is forced into a state of 'ketosis' where it starts to burn fat stores as a survival method.

The Cambridge Diet claims to be safe and healthy to follow, but some experts and nutritionists say they do not recommend diets restricted to under 600 calories per day.

Max Bridger, a personal trainer from LDN Muscle (ldnmuscle.com), says: "It's not something I would recommend to any of my clients.

Sure, eating under 500 calories for 12 weeks will make you drop weight fast, but you'll also lose a lot of muscle too - so don't expect an athletic, toned physique at the end."

Due to the highly-restrictive nature of the diet, critics also say it does not equip dieters for long-term weight-loss.

"Don't expect to keep the weight off when you return to normal eating," says Bridger. "You may put the weight you lost while on the Cambridge Weight Plan back on, once finished and returned to your normal lifestyle, as your metabolism will likely have adapted to the restricted calories by slowing down.

"Ketosis is a state not many people will realistically achieve either," he continues. "As well as being very tough to achieve, ketosis is easy to lose, and comes with side effects like bad breath, digestive discomfort, nausea and even hair thinning in some cases."

The bottom line, Bridger says, is that extreme weight-loss plans are not something every day people should really utilise, as there is nothing to prevent rebound weight gain.

"If you do opt for something like the Cambridge Diet, you certainly do not need to spend money on very expensive foods and shakes to help you eat the bare minimum calories to function," he adds.

Before making any extreme changes to your diet, you should always speak to your GP to discuss any potential concerns or side effects.

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AMA Research have added latest edition of survey study on Global Weight Management Market with 100+ market data Tables, Pie Chat, Graphs & Figures spread through Pages and easy to understand detailed analysis. At present, the market is developing its presence. The Research report presents a complete assessment of the Market and contains a future trend, current growth factors, attentive opinions, facts, and industry validated market data. The research study provides estimates for Global Weight Management Forecast till 2025*. Some are the key players taken under coverage for this study is Atkins (United Kingdom), Brunswick (United States), Ethicon (United States), Nutrisystem (United States), Weight Watchers (United States), Amer Sports (Finland), Apollo Endosurgery (United States), Covidien (Ireland), Herbalife (United States) and Jenny Craig (United States).

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Increasing awareness about the health issues related to obesity is driving the market. Weight management is the process which includes physical activity and technique that contributes to maintain the targeted weight of a person. It involves the adoption of lifestyle on the basis of age, height and gender. Weight management varies from according to the body type. An underweight person opts for weight gain, whereas the overweight person opts for weight loss. Moreover, the factors such as increasing obese people in various parts of the world are contributing to the market growth.

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Analyst at AMA are constantly gathering and conducting survey with opinion leaders and Industry experts from various region to minutely understand impact on growth as well as local reforms to evaluate study and market estimates. Due to lockdown different online medium and procedures are followed like Survey Monkey, LinkedIn Connections, and Email reach and industry forum to established industry viewpoint to garner rich insights for study. A special chapter in the study presents Impact Analysis of COVID-19 on Global Weight Management Market along with tables and graphs related to various country and segments showcasing impact on growth trends.

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Considering heat map analysis and based on market buzz or voice the profiled list of companies in the report are Atkins (United Kingdom), Brunswick (United States), Ethicon (United States), Nutrisystem (United States), Weight Watchers (United States), Amer Sports (Finland), Apollo Endosurgery (United States), Covidien (Ireland), Herbalife (United States) and Jenny Craig (United States). Yes, further list of players can also be customized as per your requirement keeping in mind your areas of interest and adding local emerging players and leaders from targeted geography.

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by Diet (Paleo, Vegan, Low carb, Dukan, Ultra low fat, Atkins, HCG, Others), Equipment (Fitness equipment, Strength training equipment, Cardiovascular equipment, Others), Service (Fitness Centers, Slimming Centers, Consulting Services, Online Weight Loss Programs), Suppliments (Supplements, Proteins, Fibres, Vitamins and Minerals, Others), Mobile technologies (Personal digital assistant, Text massaging interventions, Social media interventions, Wearable sensors)

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Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Nordic, Others)

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If youve changed your eating habits to focus on healthier foods and gotten serious about your workouts, you might expect to start shedding pounds. But the reality is that despite what youve been led to believe, weight loss is more complicated than calories in versus calories out. If youre trying to lose weight, check out these habits that might be interfering with your efforts.

If you typically eat a muffin or avocado toast for breakfast, you might need to boost your protein intake. Research suggests that a protein-rich breakfast can help manage hunger better, which may make you less tempted to supplement with a mid-morning snack.

Protein is important at lunch and dinner, too. If youre routinely eating salads or sipping on gazpacho without any protein accompaniments like a boiled egg, yogurt, beans, meat, poultry or fish it could lead to declining muscle tissue over time, which means your metabolism will start to slow down and make it harder for you to lose weight. Aim for 20 to 35 grams of protein per meal (a portion about the size of a smartphone). But keep in mind that to boost weight loss, you may need to cut down on something else, like the starchy portion of your meal.

When youre short on sleep, it alters your bodys appetite-regulating hormones, spiking the levels of the hormones that tell you when youre hungry and reducing levels of the ones that tell you when youve had enough to eat. The net-net: Youre hungrier than normal. In one study, women who slept for five hours a night (instead of the recommended seven hours) were 32% more likely to experience a 30-plus pound weight gain during the 16-year study period.

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When youre sleep deprived, the type of food you crave can change, too. Studies suggest that it leads to an increase in activity levels of the reward circuitry in your brain, so donuts and other high-calorie foods are more irresistible. If you arent meeting the sleep guidelines, start off by creating a set sleep schedule, setting an alarm to go to bed earlier at night and staying consistent about going to bed and waking at routine times every day.

A mere 5% of adults are participating in exercise for 30 minutes a day, so any exercise deserves props. Physical activity is tied to a lower risk of heart disease and diabetes, and staying active can help you maintain your weight more easily. But if youre exercising to drop pounds (rather than maintain your weight), you might need to re-think your motives. Time and again, research points to the fact that when people exercise, theyre hungrier and therefore, eat more enough to make up for the calories they worked off.

Studies also show that when coupled with diet, exercise produces virtually the same weight loss as diet alone. Exercise because it makes you feel better, lifts your spirits and makes you feel stronger, more energetic and empowered. These motivators might even help you lean in toward activities you enjoy rather than ones you think you should be doing, which ups the odds youll stick with your fitness routine. Youll get health benefits from as little as 15 minutes of exercise a day the benefits drop off after 60 minutes a day, so aim to get somewhere in that range.

A little stress here and there isnt a big deal, but when its persistent, your body responds by continuing to pump out the hormone, cortisol, which leads to an increase in appetite and eating. Stress also impacts your food choices. Theres a reason why you crave comfort food, like pizza, instead of a salad when youre stressed out.

And heres the kicker: Studies suggest that when you actively try to lose weight by restricting what you eat, it ups your stress and cortisol levels, which is counterproductive. Exercise, meditation and hugs (be it cuddling a pet or hugging a housemate) are a few good ways to help lower cortisol levels, even when stressful circumstances are beyond your control.

Your body tells you when its hungry and when youve had enough to eat, but over time, you might have learned to override these signals. When you tune in to what your body tells you, you can respond more appropriately, say, by finding an activity when youre bored (instead of rummaging through the cabinets for a snack) or by wrapping up a meal when youre satiated, instead of when youve had too much to eat. Developing these listening skills takes practice, but over time, can help you reduce stress eating, minimize overeating and enjoy meals more.

Its possible to overeat very healthful foods, like avocados, nuts and quinoa, and this can influence your ability to lose weight. These foods can absolutely be part of a weight-loss eating plan, but your portion sizes may need some fine-tuning. For instance, a portion of pasta even healthier whole grain, lentil and chickpea versions is 1/2 cup (about the size of a teacup). A serving of nuts is an ounce, or the amount that would fill a mint tin. For nut or seed butter, the serving size is two tablespoons, or the size of a golf ball. An easy hack to help you fill up on proper portions is to reverse your ratio of grains to veggies on your plate, having twice the amount of veggies as grains or pasta. This trick helps downsize grain and pasta portions while keeping your plate full of food.

Theres a strong link between eating processed foods and your weight. One possible, science-backed explanation: You eat faster and dont fill up as quickly on very processed foods, so you wind up eating more. Just think how much easier and faster it is to wolf down a fast food burger than it is to consume a piece of salmon with a side of broccoli and brown rice. Or compare how quickly you can eat an oat-based granola bar to a bowl of oatmeal.

In one year-long study, dieters were assigned to either a low-fat or low-carb eating meal plan, with both groups losing a similar amount of weight. Despite the different dietary approaches, there were some commonalities about how both groups ate. Both limited sugar and overly processed foods and amped their veggie intake while also eating more whole foods. If you want to simplify your eating habits and lose weight, this is a good way to go.

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Good news, carb-lovers you may not have to cut back on bread even if you're trying to lose weight, according to experts.

"People have demonized carbs as one of the main things behind gaining weight when that's not proven by evidence," nutrition coach and author Graeme Tomlinson told Insider. "It's 'calories in' versus 'calories out' [that] are going to determine whether you gain or lose weight."

Those toppings, particularly when they're calorie-dense foods like cheese or nut butter, can end up being double or quadruple the calories of the bread itself, he explained.

When trying to reduce or maintain body weight, many continue to assume that bread must be abolished from their diet. In terms of energy, there is no difference between white or brown bread. And whilst the latter contains more fibre [which may increase satiety], one would be better placed to evaluate total ingredients consumed with bread in order to determine a more holistic perspective. Not least because bread is rarely consumed alone. These additional ingredients equate to additional calories. In this example, smearing on a few of generous knifes of peanut butter and jam (components of a hearty PB & jelly sandwich) more than quadruples the total calorie content of the consumed food. Consequently, all of a sudden the debate is not about consumption of bread in the first instance, or its colour in the second. Adding an often invisible 10g of butter to a warm slice of bread will result in the calorie value of the bread increasing from 95 calories to 169. Thus, though its visibility is dormant, it is the butter that nearly doubles the calorie value of what we often perceive as the consequence of eating bread. Standing alone, bread is merely one calorie variable. Using the examples shown in my graphic, there can be multiple additional calorie variables. The quantity of additional variables will influence the overall calorie value of that eating episode. Bread may not be the problem after all. This principle can be applied to ones rationale when assessing and addressing their overall diet. In doing so, one can move away from unwarranted demonisation of a food which can be utilized as energy like any other. Of course, one may over consume bread. But unless their diet comprises of only bread, this is a mere contribution to a bigger sequence of variables. To catastrophize bread as a nutritional problem is to catastrophize a minuscule variable out of many. A calorie surplus over time results in weight gain, not bread. - - #portioncontrol #bread #toast #snacks #peanutbutter #jam #carbs #snackfood #fatlosstips #fatlosshelp #caloriecontrol #losefat #caloriesincaloriesout #losingfat

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"It's not about the carbs, it's about the company they keep," Taub-Dix told Insider. Condiments and spread can quickly and surreptitiously raise the total calorie of your meal or snack and make it harder to keep track, she said.

As such, carbs can potentially be a useful tool for weight loss if they can help stave off snacking later in the day, she added.

Taub-Dix recommends trying to include some of each macronutrient carbs, fat, and protein when you sit down to eat so your meal or snack is nutritionally balanced but also enjoyable.

Cutting out bread, or carbs, entirely can also backfire if it makes you crave those foods intensely, leading to overindulgence later.

"It can be a bit of an eye opener to see how many calories you were eating vs how many you want to meet your target," Tomlinson said. "You can eat a lot of the foods you enjoy, you just have to understand portion sizes so you can eat those things and still meet your goals."

With that in mind, including some bread in your diet can actually help with weight loss goals, Tomlinson said, since a diet of foods you enjoy is more likely to be a diet you can stick to.

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If we said that Auto Race was an obscure form of motorcycle racing, it would be the understatement of the decade. Based in Japan, Auto Race competitions primarily function as a gambling sport, but the contests are entertaining whether you have a wager on the table or not. To the casual viewer, the brightly colored jerseys, absurdly oversized shoulder pads, and quirky race machines may provide some comic relief, but the racers are seriously skilled.

Auto Racer motorcycles are brakeless affairs that zip around a tarmac racetrack at 90 mph. The frame is a true hardtail with no suspension in the rear and simple springs in the forks. Heavily regulated by the Japanese Keirin Autorace Foundation, the 599cc dedicated race engines typically generate 59 horsepower and 45 lb-ft of torque. To reduce weight, the bikes have no starter, no gauges, and a puny half-gallon gas tank. The oddly shaped handlebars and triangular tire profile are specifically suited for sustaining a 45-degree lean angle.

Auto Race heats usually include eight riders vying for the checkered flag over the course of six laps. Race organizers rigorously inspect the machines to weed out any unfair advantages or attempts at race-fixing, but some competitions are more for fun than betting. One such match included pitting a pair of sportbikes and two supermotos against a lone Auto Race bike.

Yes, the sportbikes can outpower the Auto Racer. Yes, the supermotos can outhandle the antiquated rig. Despite those shortcomings, the Auto Race bike is on its own turf. You dont race a dirt biker off-road with your adventure bike, you dont beat a cheetah in a footrace, and sure as hell dont challenge an Auto Race on the 500-meter asphalt oval.

Even with the favorable starting position, the contenders were no match for the Auto Racer. After one lap, he quickly disposed of the supermoto pretenders and set his sights on the two sportbikers. By carrying speed through the turns and holding superior lines, the Auto Race rider was able to make up more than enough ground in the first two go-arounds. With four laps to go, he was already harassing the leading riders.

Like a game of cat and mouse, the Auto Racer pulled ahead with three laps to go only to lose traction and leave the door open for sportbike #2 to regain the lead. Undeterred, racer #5 fought back throughout the penultimate lap and led with a defensive line before capturing the checkered flag. While sportbikes and supermotos are lauded for their acceleration and nimbleness, they now know better than to mess with this obscure but highly-skilled form of racing.

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All bodies are different, and so people respond to caffeine in various ways. That explains why your friend can have two cups of coffee at dinner and still fall asleep by 10 p.m., while your morning roast might keep you wired until bedtime.To understand why caffeine crashes occur, we need to look deeper at how the body metabolizes caffeine.

As a stimulant, caffeine fires up the central nervous system, allowing you to become more alert and focused. You may have more energy. An increase in adrenaline may raise your heartbeat or blood pressure. For most people, these physiological changes are temporary.

For some people, caffeine can create uncomfortable symptoms. Mild side effects of caffeine include anxiety, restlessness, irritability, agitation, gut upset, and impaired sleep. More extreme symptoms include disorientation, hallucinations, mental confusion, seizure, erratic heartbeat, and inadequate blood supply to a part of the body (ischemia).

Why do some people experience these things after they consume caffeine while others handle it just fine? When you consume caffeine, a liver enzyme called CYP1A2 breaks it down. The gene that codes this enzyme varies greatly among people. Scientists divide people into three groups, depending on how quickly their liver metabolizes caffeine: high, regular, and low metabolizers.

For fast metabolizers, this enzyme breaks down and helps clear caffeine very quickly. Slow metabolizers, on the other hand, break down coffee at a much slower pace, so its effects stick around much longer.

Your brain also plays a role in caffeine metabolism. If you're not sleeping well, it can sometimes result in higher levels of an organic compound called adenosine. One of adenosine's roles is to slow down brain activity, making you sleepy. Caffeine blocks adenosine from attaching to brain receptors. Once your body has metabolized that caffeine and its effects wear off, that adenosine floods brain receptors and tells your brain that it's sleepy time, even if it's in the middle of the afternoon. Which can result in that caffeine crash sensation.

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Three days after failing a drug test and having his July 9 fight against Jerry Forrest canceled, Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller made his first public comments about the failure, pushing back against the allegations.

"I have never, ever willingly taken a steroid for performance-enhancing purposes," Miller told Fight Network. "Did I take something for healing properties, for injuries? Yes, I have. But to win a fight and during a training camp? No, I have never done that.

"Nobody can be more outraged than me," he said of the allegations. "I'm the one that's lost millions of dollars. I'm the one that's had his career on the line. ... But I have to think about it with a straight mind. I have to figure it out. Sit down with my team. Get everything in order and get everything done in the right way."

Miller stated repeatedly that his team is going through a legal process and that, ultimately, the facts surrounding this situation will be released. He believes he listed the contaminated substance on a form that is submitted to the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association as part of the testing process.

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The most recent drug test failure is another in a growing line of infractions for Miller. Last year, Miller (23-0-1, 20 KOs) was scheduled to face unified heavyweight titleholder Anthony Joshua at Madison Square Garden in New York, but he lost that opportunity as he tested positive for the banned substance GW1516 with a urine test conducted by the VADA in March 2019. Further tests revealed HGH and IPO. In total, Miller failed three drug tests prior to his scheduled bout with Joshua.

At the time, Miller's request for a boxing license was denied by the New York State Athletic Commission, and he was eventually given a six-month suspension by the WBA. Miller has not fought since. The last time Miller performed in the ring was in November 2018, when he stopped Bogdan Dinu in four rounds.

Miller was also suspended for nine months in 2014 for methylhexaneamine, during his days as a kickboxer.

In January, Miller agreed to a co-promotional deal to fight under the Top Rank banner, and the July 9 fight was to be his debut for the promotion. As he reflected on the current situation, Miller apologized to those who had given him another chance.

"I've done my research and homework to do my best to not make this happen, and all I can do is apologize to Bob Arum, apologize to Jay [Prince]," he said. "But at the same time, I did do my homework. I did put my best foot forward. I did let VADA know of certain circumstances. I did my part as a human being and as a fighter ..."

While the details are sorted out and Miller is now temporarily suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, some have called for the permanent revocation of Miller's boxing license. Miller was adamant that a permanent suspension would be excessive in this case.

"I should not be banned [for life]," he said. "I'm prepared to accept my suspension and be willing to do my monthly testing [during] my suspension, but to be banned for life? You're out of your mind.

"It's sad. I'm angry about it, but like I said, there is an explanation for it, and me and my legal team are working on it."

ESPN's Steve Kim contributed to this report.

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Physical exercise can improve symptoms, function, and mental health. However, many patients with renal disease do not meet physical activity guidelines. Exercise programs affiliated with hospitals may be able to reduce fears and improve exercise levels in that patient population. Leonora Chao, RD, and colleagues conducted a study to assess the effects of a 3-month supervised renal Nordic walking (NW) program on the fitness and quality of life of renal outpatients.

Results of the study were reported online during the NKF Spring Clinical Meetings. The presentation was titled Effects of a Renal Nordic Walking Program on Quality of Life and Fitness in Renal Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

The study included 30 participants 45 to 84 years of age. Patients were randomized to one of two groups: NW (n=15) or non-NW (n=15). The NW group was offered two supervised NW sessions per week; the non-NW group continued their usual activities.

Outcomes of interest were: weight, handgrip strength, 30-second sit-to-stand test (30-STS), 6-minute-walk test (6MWT), and Kidney Disease and Quality of Life questionnaire (KDQOL-36). Outcome measurements were taken at baseline and at 3-months. During the 3-month study period, daily steps were recorded using a Fitbit tracker. Using the intention-to-treat principle, the researchers calculated median changes in outcomes from baseline to 3 months between the two groups, and tested with a Brown-Mood median test.

Of the 30 participants, ten were kidney transplant recipients, 14 were pre-dialysis, three were receiving hemodialysis, and three were receiving peritoneal dialysis. Two patients in the non-NW group were lost to follow-up; missing data were minimal.

At 3 months, compared with the non-NW group, participants in the NW group had a median increase in body mass index (+0.3 kg/m2), handgrip strength (+2.1 kg), 30-STS (+1), 6MWT (+31.5 m), and several domains of the KDQOL-36 (effect of kidney disease; burden of kidney disease; and symptoms and problems). There were no significant differences in the median average daily steps between the two groups (NW, 7857 steps; non-NW, 8083 steps).

In summary, the researchers said, The NW group had greater improvements in handgrip strength (1.1 kg), KDQOL-36 scores, and exceeded the minimal clinically important difference of 14.0-30.5 m for 6MWT (41.5 m). Post-study comments from participants were consistent with perceptions of improvements in quality of life. A group-based supervised renal NW program may provide benefits to renal patients as part of their clinical care.

Source: Chao L, Neufeld S, Ngo V, et al. Effects of a renal Nordic walking program on quality of life and fitness in renal patients: a randomized controlled trial. Abstract of a presentation at the National Kidney Foundation 2020 Spring Clinical Meetings; abstract #228.

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"Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can," wrote Danny Kaye, beloved Hollywood performer.

Kaye's advice certainly reflected his colorful career. It's true that the more one expands one's palette of experiences, the more vibrant life becomes.

As you evaluate senior living communities for the next step in your or a loved one's life journey, look for environments with an array of resources conducive to flourishing.

The National Wellness Institute defines Six Dimensions of Wellness physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual and environmental which can serve as a guide to enrichment and growth.

Look for a community fostering physical wellness through excellent health care, nutrition and exercise. Confirm that each resident receives a care plan tailored to individual needs, and that services such as physical, occupational and speech therapy are available onsite. There should be ample access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment designed for older adults and daily group-led exercise programs.

The finest senior living communities offer healthful meals prepared from scratch by professional in-house chefs to meet residents' dietary needs. Look for a variety of dining venues, from casual bistros to formal restaurants with gourmet cuisine.

For example, Anthology Senior Living of Clayton View in St. Louis boasts chef Adam Shaw, former head chef for Ritz-Carlton. Anthology of The Plaza in Kansas City, Mo., chef Sam Hudging prepares happy hour appetizers highly enjoyed by residents, and his theme-inspired meals have delighted residents and families alike.

Emotional wellness means having a positive sense of self and feeling connected to others. Consider senior living communities whose staff and environment encourage connectedness.

Do compassionate care providers ensure that each care plan promotes independence? Are staff aware of individual care plans, so they have a holistic understanding of each resident?

Does the community provide opportunities for emotional development, such as intergenerational art therapy for individuals with memory loss, plus pet therapy and music therapy?

Another key to emotional wellness is a sense of fun. At Anthology of Louisville in Kentucky, management and staff lead by example. They turn Kentucky Derby day into a highlight of the year. And when many residents had birthdays the week the COVID-19 crisis hit, they organized a family parade of cars for a motorized birthday party.

Intellectual wellness is cultivated through stimulating mental activities and access to opportunities to expand and share knowledge and creativity. Look for a senior living option offering opportunities to expand residents' minds. Learning experiences like language courses, sewing classes and lectures by guest speakers should be listed in their calendar.

For social wellness, residents need to feel connected to family and community, with opportunities to enhance friendships. This has been severely challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic. Senior living communities nationwide have had to implement strict safety protocols such as in-room isolating, social distancing, use of personal protective equipment, screening and testing. Inquire if the community you are considering acted quickly to put programs in place to help residents maintain connectedness to loved ones.

Despite difficult circumstances, premium senior living communities still provide creative and engaging socially distanced activities to promote residents' mental and emotional wellness and use technology to help residents connect with loved ones.

"Our Socially Distanced Engagement Program provides residents with daily activities that focus on the mind, body and spirit to keep them mentally stimulated and physically active," says Anthology Senior Living president Benjamin Burke. "We continue to look at the best ways to keep lines of communication open, and we encourage residents and loved ones to stay connected through phone calls, video chats and email. The safety and well-being of our residents and team members is always our true north."

Spiritual wellness encompasses the need for meaning, as expressed in spiritual beliefs and practices. Look for senior living communities providing opportunities for spiritual growth, with spiritual gatherings such as non-denominational services, rosary prayer, hymn singing, devotionals and Shabbat celebrations.

Our feeling of wellness is profoundly affected by our environment. Look for a beautifully designed community with welcoming indoor and outdoor spaces. Seek sophisticated accommodations with spacious private suites and a variety of floor plans to meet individual preferences.

The best-designed communities offer well-appointed public spaces such as meeting rooms, landscaped courtyards and raised planters for resident gardening.

Keep these Six Dimensions of Wellness in mind as you research your or your loved ones' next home. All six dimensions should be interconnected, strengthening residents as individuals and the community as a whole. With many senior living options available, thoughtful evaluation will help you find a community that provides the enrichment and care needed for a flourishing lifestyle.

To learn more about independent living, assisted living and memory care, visit AnthologySeniorLiving.com.

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