New York, March 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "North America Nutraceuticals Market to 2027 - Regional Analysis and Forecasts by Type ; Application" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p05875906/?utm_source=GNW

Nutraceuticals are medically or nutritionally active food.This functional food is enriched with probiotic and prebiotic ingredients and are consumed for maintaining the gut health.

It helps in reducing the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.It also provides physiological benefits.

The North America nutraceuticals market is segmented on the basis of type as functional food, functional beverages, dietary supplements, personal care and pharmaceuticals.The functional beverages segment in the North America nutraceuticals market is estimated to garner the fastest-growing segment in the market.

Functional beverages are known for their benefits such as joint health, energy-boosters, better heart health, help in improving immunology and digestion. The functional beverages industry is targeting on different health-related concerns among the people. The application of Nutraceuticals on functional beverages has proven to enhance the sharpness of the mind and improve memory. Other benefits of the introduction of Nutraceuticals in functional beverages are weight loss, beauty enhancements and energy boosters.

The North America nutraceuticals market is segmented based on application as general wellness, beauty and anti-aging, weight management, digestive health, sports and energy.The general wellness segment holds the largest share in the North America nutraceuticals market, while the sports and energy segment is estimated to garner the fastest-growing segment.

The use of Nutraceuticals by the athletes and sportsmen is being increased swiftly due to the rising awareness of the nutritional benefits and the acceptance of Nutraceuticals supplements.Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) are the most widely consumed Nutraceuticals supplement among the athletes.

The main function of BCAAs is the stimulation of protein synthesis, which promotes muscle building.

North America nutraceuticals market is segmented based on country as US, Canada, and Mexico.The US holds the largest share in the North America nutraceuticals market, which is followed by Canada.

The rising awareness of the health benefits attributed to the Nutraceuticals has led to an upsurge in the market in Canada.The consumers in Canada are being educated about the health benefits of Nutraceuticals, coupled with the increasing demand for functional foods.

The implementation of Nutraceuticals in personal care and cosmetic products has been another contributing factor for the expansion of the Nutraceuticals market in Canada.

Some of the players present in North America nutraceuticals market are Amway, The Natures Bounty Co., Herbalife International of America, Inc., General Mills, Inc., Kellogg Co., Abbott, Nestle SA, Danone S.A., GlaxoSmithKline plc., and Helion Nutraceuticals, LLC. amongst the others.

The overall North America nutraceuticals market size has been derived using both primary and secondary source.The research process begins with exhaustive secondary research using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the North America nutraceuticals market.

Also, multiple primary interviews were conducted with industry participants and commentators in order to validate data and analysis. The participants who typically take part in such a process include industry expert such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, and external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders specializing in the North America nutraceuticals market.Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05875906/?utm_source=GNW

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What do you love the most about salads? In addition to its role in healthy and sustainable weight-loss, we love the fact how it does not take much time and effort to put together a salad. You can throw in your favourite fruits and veggies, toss it all up in your favourite dressing, some herbs and spices to elevate the flavour- and you are good to go! It is a myth that salads are always bland and boring, and it is also not entirely correctto say that salad is the healthiest thing you can have in the day. Everything depends upon the ingredients you choose. If you choose flavourful, fresh veggies, you would not find your salad boring. Similarly, if you cut down on fatty ingredients like creamy mayonnaise, bacon, extra cheese shavings and fried croutons, you can make your salad much healthier.

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If you are trying to lose weight or gain muscle, it is a good idea to sneak in more protein to your diet. Consuming protein-rich foods helps induce satiety. If you are feeling full, there are fewer chances of you inching closer to high-calorie foods, thereby preventing weight gain. Protein also helps check cravings. We have a quick high-protein salad you can make in a matter of few minutes. This salad is made without any mayonnaise and the star ingredient here is the egg. Did you know, egg is touted as the best bio-available source of protein out there. In other words, it is very easy for our body to assimilate protein from eggs.

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Egg is touted as the best bio-available source of protein

Here's the recipe of boiled egg salad. Try it at home and let us know how you liked it.

2 Boiled eggs, chopped1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper tsp red chilly flakes tsp lemon juice1 tsp olive oilHalf cup of boiled green beans, chopped cup of tomatoes, choppedCoriander leaves, as needed

1. In a bowl take eggs, beans and tomatoes.2. Now add olive oil, black pepper, red chilly flakes, salt and lemon juice. Give it a good mix.3. Add some coriander leaves on top for freshness. Serve it.

Try this salad at home; you can also have it for a low-carb dinner. Let us know how you liked the recipe in the comments section below!

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With spring practices and several games either postponed or canceled, theres a good chance that college football teams wont have the chance to start working together until summer, or perhaps even August. It puts every team in the same situation heading into the 2020 season.

But we can all agree that spring practice is a little more important to some teams than others. Those 15 spring practices can be essential for programs ushering in new coaches, replacing a ton of key players or even helping incoming recruits gain a little experience before the start of the season.

Yes, every team in the B1G and college football, for that matter is experiencing the same situation this spring. A few will be hurt by the delay of team activities than others, though. It could seriously alter the expectation for six teams in the conference in 2020.

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Mike Locksley needed all the time he could get with his team this spring after a dreadful first season at Maryland. After such a hot start to the 2019 campaign, the Terps quickly fell from grace, ending the year with a 3-9 record, just one B1G win (against Rutgers) and getting blown off the field several times.

Theres some reason for optimism moving forward with Locksley bringing in the nations 31st-ranked recruiting class, which includes heralded five-star wide receiver Rakim Jarrett. Several players from the 2020 class would likely get the chance to see early playing time and possibly make significant contributions for the Terrapins.

Maryland had 11 players enroll early, hoping to get an early jump on the transition from high school to the college game. Theres a good chance a handful still see plenty of snaps this fall, but the experience of spring practice wouldve been extremely beneficial, especially with so many skilled players graduating or leaving for the NFL Draft.

A lot of things need to be addressed in College Park, and its going to be tough to clean up so many areas without the spring season.

Spring is vital for a recently-hired head coach and his new team. And with Rutgers essentially in the cellar since it joined the B1G in 2014, there are no expectations for a quick turnaround, even for Greg Schiano, who worked miracles during his first run with the Scarlet Knights.

Rutgers has been behind in recruiting, so it lacks the talent that can sometimes hide a teams underlying issues. To magnify the situation, players are learning new schemes and styles on both sides of the football and will now have to learn quickly in the summer and fall. Obviously, thats not ideal for a team with three wins in the last two seasons and hasnt won a B1G contest since 2017.

If theres one bright spot, its that Schiano has done an excellent job poaching from the transfer portal, bringing in experienced players who can (somewhat) hit the ground running. Names like Aron Cruickshank, Michael Dwumfour and Malik Barrow could provide a spark for the Scarlet Knights in 2020 (if Cruickshank is granted immediate eligibility). Still, its hardly enough to counter the loss of those 15 spring practices.

Considering what Schiano inherited, the loss of the spring season doesnt really delay the process or hinder the long-term plans at Rutgers, but it could result in another painful fall for the program.

Much like Rutgers, Michigan State is entering a brand new era for its football program. Spring wouldve allowed Mel Tucker to get players accustomed to his coaching style and new scheme implementations. Now, the Spartans will have to wait to make those adjustments.

The good news for Michigan State is that Tucker retained most of Mark Dantonios defensive staff, and was able to bring former assistants and players back to East Lansing to aid in the transition to the programs fresh look. It wouldnt really be all that surprising if MSUs defense is still fairly strong though it will see at least some drop-off with Kenny Willekes, Joe Bachie and Josiah Scott gone.

Perhaps the biggest concern is the offense which has been a big issue for the last three seasons. Not only is Jay Johnson the new play-caller at MSU, but the Spartans are looking to replace an experienced quarterback in Brian Lewerke and searching to find playmakers at wide receiver. A team that lost its most talented offensive pieces needed the spring to put together its depth chart.

It was going to be interesting to see what the Spartans looked like in 2020 anyway, but the end of spring practice could really hinder the teams bowl hopes in the fall.

Jeff Brohms situation isnt quite as concerning as some of the other teams mentioned on this list, but again, a roster full of young talent couldve benefited significantly from those 15 days of spring practice. This is a team that will rely heavily on underclassmen again, which likely includes a handful of recruits from the 2020 class.

The two challenges for Purdue will be at quarterback and essentially the entire defense. The Boilermakers were hoping to utilize spring to create a competition between quarterbacks Aidan OConnell and Jack Plummer, who both played significantly after losing the starting job to Elijah Sindelar, who later lost his season to injury.

Purdue is also ushering in a brand new defensive style, hiring Bob Diaco to replace Nick Holt after three seasons. The defense has been a nightmare for the Boilers the last two seasons and need a lot of help in that department.

At the very least, Purdue will have the spring to recover and rehabilitate from injuries last season. And, for some, perhaps thats better than getting in a few extra workouts.

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Really, Nebraska is in a similar situation with Purdue. Missing spring doesnt completely derail the goals the Huskers have for the 2020 season, but its the idea of the younger talent and early enrollees who couldve sped up the transition process.

Nebraska did make a change at offensive coordinator, hiring Matt Lubick. And while having the spring to get adjusted to having him on the sidelines wouldve been nice, its hard to imagine anything drastically changes on that side of the football with Scott Frost in charge. The skill position players should be fine, but its the offensive line that couldve used a little extra work.

The biggest area of concern will be Nebraskas defensive line, which lost all of its starters from a year ago. Obviously getting guys acclimated into more prominent roles up front wouldve been a serious advantage for the Huskers. Now Erik Chinander will have to wait until summer or fall to get his depth chart solidified up front.

With Nebraska having a gauntlet on the back end of the schedule, the Huskers really needed to hit the ground running in 2020. But it may take a few weeks for the team to find a rhythm in the third year under Frost.

Northwestern was a worthy candidate to land on this list simply because of a 3-9 record from last season and it could use spring to eliminate some of the uncharacteristic issues it endured last season penalties, turnovers, miscommunication, etc. On that front, yes, Pat Fitzgerald absolutely needed the spring.

On the other hand, the Wildcats are always pretty sound defensively and, when the offense isnt stagnant, keeps the team in games pretty frequently. Even though it was a down year in Evanston, Fitzgerald has earned the benefit of the doubt when it comes to fielding a defense that can hold its weight against anyone in the conference.

The big question is on offense, with new coordinator Mike Bajakian stepping in for Mick McCall. Northwestern desperately needed time to get things right on that side of the ball, learn the new offense and produce something better than 2019. The addition of Peyton Ramsey should counter some of those problems, as hes been one of the most accurate passers in the B1G the last two seasons and has a knack for moving the chains.

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After orders to close school facilities, Lawrence public school employees will continue to be paid through the end of the academic year, the district announced late Wednesday afternoon.

But long-term plans are still being developed for some other area government and school district employees affected by closures related to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Douglas Countys health department ordered local public and private schools, indoor parks and recreation facilities and public libraries closed for two weeks in response to the spread of the new coronavirus. The order took effect immediately upon the announcement late Friday and will last until at least Sunday, March 29.

Schools, however, will be closed much longer. Gov. Laura Kelly on Tuesday ordered all Kansas schools closed for the rest of the academic year, adding some uncertainty to the pay for their employees.

Most employees working for the Douglas County school districts were set to be paid during the previously ordered two-week closure.

Prior to Kellys announcement, teachers of all three school districts were set to receive pay for their salaries in line with their negotiated contracts. Public school teachers are often paid through union-negotiated contracts, which can spread their earnings for nine months of work over a 12-month period.

During her press conference announcing the long-term closures, Kelly said school employees will be paid both the salaried employees and the hourly employees. But Kelly did not provide any details on how that would happen, and it was not outlined in her signed executive order.

Teachers are expected to be asked to teach their students in some virtual-school fashion for the rest of the school year. Julie Boyle, spokeswoman for the Lawrence school district, said in a news release that the school district is currently working to implement a continuous learning plan for students that will begin on March 30.

The status of long-term pay within the Lawrence school district was undetermined for most of Wednesday, but at about 4:30 p.m., Boyle said in an email to the Journal-World that all employees would be paid through the end of the school year.

Current contracted and at-will employees of the Lawrence Public Schools will be paid through the end of the school year, according to their regular payroll schedule, she said. The district is working now on plans to communicate this information to all of its employee groups.

Melissa Johnson, Lawrence school board president, said Wednesday that the board appreciated Kellys comments, as paying hourly employees was one of its concerns and priorities amid the ordered closure.

Were grateful that Governor Kelly has addressed this at the state level so that we are able to communicate that with (hourly) staff and hopefully put their mind at ease as we tackle this new normal for the remainder of the school year, Johnson said.

Additionally, the hourly staff for the Eudora school district will be paid during the extended closure. After Kellys announcement, Eudora school district spokesman Mark Dodge told the Journal-World in an email that the school districts work agreements with hourly staff would be honored for the rest of the school year.

However, the Baldwin City school district is still up in the air. Superintendent Paul Dorathy on Monday said the school board approved paying hourly workers during the original two-week closure, but he added the board would need to make another decision if the closure was extended.

All employees would still receive pay during this closure, Dorathy said Monday. Our board would have to discuss extending the pay past the two weeks.

After Kellys announcement of extended closure, Dorathy said Wednesday the board will need to meet in the near future to make a decision on pay for the rest of the school year. He said a special board meeting will be scheduled, but a date for that meeting has not yet been determined.

Lawrence board member Shannon Kimball, who is also the president for the Kansas Association of School Boards, said Wednesday that there were many details to be worked out, but she believed it was the states intention for all school hourly staff to be paid for the remainder of the school year.

There is still a lot of moving parts that everybody is trying to put together to make sure we cover all the bases, she said. Everything Ive heard and read indicates that the intention is that districts will be able to pay those hourly staff. The details about what you have to do to make that happen are still in the works.

For the city of Lawrence, the two-week closure affects the citys four recreation centers, the Indoor Aquatic Center and the Prairie Park Nature Center. The Lawrence Public Library has also closed. For now, all of those employees can continue to receive paychecks.

Parks and Rec Director Derek Rogers said Tuesday the department currently employs about 80 full-time staff and 125 part-time workers, which include lifeguards, park maintenance staff, front desk receptionists, recreation instructors and sports league officials. Rogers said the city is sympathetic to how employees are affected by the closure orders and cancellations, and that the city is providing options for them to continue working.

Specifically, Rogers said the closure and cancellations require a lot of customer support, and even those employees whose jobs are directly affected still have the option to come into work through March 29.

It was very quickly how this happened, Rogers said. As we adjust to the consequences and how we operate in response to the coronavirus and the speed of closing our rec facilities, we are supporting our part-time workers with continued, consistent employment over the next two weeks.

Apart from handling customer service-related tasks for all the cancellations, Rogers said the department will soon begin a deep cleaning of all its buildings. In addition to the indoor pool and the nature center, the four recreation centers include basketball courts, indoor soccer fields, locker rooms, cardio equipment, weight rooms, game rooms, gymnastic areas and multipurpose rooms.

However, Rogers said if the departments facilities are ordered to remain closed beyond March 29, it has not yet been determined how that will affect staffing or whether the department can continue to employ everyone. He noted that the coronavirus outbreak will affect both indirect and direct revenue for the department and the city. Rogers said indirect revenue comprises sales tax and alcohol tax revenue that will take a hit from slow sales citywide and the cancellation of the NCAA basketball tournament.

The closure order directly affects the departments revenue for pool entrance fees, class and activity fees, and facility rentals, among other revenue. For example, Assistant Director Lee Ice said that the closure has so far required the cancellation of two volleyball tournaments at Sports Pavilion Lawrence, which Ice estimated would have generated around $30,000 total for the department. Ice said that last March the department generated $350,000 in direct revenue, including fees for tournaments, recreation classes, swimming pool entrances, sports league registrations and facility rentals, among other fees.

The department employs up to 700 part-time workers in the summer to staff additional activities such as the outdoor pool, day camps and summer sports leagues. Ice said the direction right now is for the department to continue to recruit part-time workers for the summer season so that the department is prepared to open recreation facilities and offer activities.

The library is much less dependent on vulnerable revenue sources and will continue to pay all staff members, including those who will not be working during the closure. Executive Director Brad Allen said the library has about 90 employees, about half of whom are part-time. Allen said on Monday that the library is still determining which employees will continue to work during the closure, but that all employees would be paid for the schedule they normally work regardless.

Basically we are in a position to where everybody is getting paid for their normal work, whether they are able to come in and do it or not, Allen said.

Allen said that since property tax revenue supports the librarys operations, there is little to no revenue loss due to the closure. Allen said the only impacts on revenue were the minimal charges for photocopies and renting the librarys auditorium. The library does not charge late fees for overdue materials.

As the pandemic continues, the Journal-World will be making coverage of COVID-19 available outside of the paywall on LJWorld.com.

Find all coverage of city, county and state responses to the virus at: ljworld.com/coronavirus/

Patients who have symptoms difficulty breathing, cough and fever should stay home, immediately isolate themselves from others and call their health care providers. Patients should never show up unannounced at a medical office or hospital. Instead, they should call ahead to explain their symptoms and give health care workers the ability to minimize the risk to others.

If patients do not have health care providers, they may call the Lawrence Douglas-County health departments coronavirus line, 785-856-4343.

For updated information on the outbreak, Kansas residents can email COVID-19@ks.gov or call 866-534-3463 (866-KDHEINF), which is staffed 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

More information can be found through the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions website, the Kansas Department of Health and Environments website or the Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health website.

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The Xavier Sweet 16* features all 19 Xavier teams from the KenPom era in one bracket where Twitter polls will decide the winners. Heres your 1 seed, the 2016 Xavier Musketeers!

Chris Mack was building off of a good season and Sweet 16 appearance with most of the players returning for an encore. The offense saw another uptick in efficiency with the main difference being that this team played much faster. A jump from 65 to 72 in tempo department just goes to show how much quicker this team played and how Mack played to his players strengths.

On the defensive end, Mack switched between his beloved packline and a 1-3-1 zone that allowed the teams athleticism to cause chaos. This was showcased in an early season win where the 1-3-1 baffled Michigan and led to Xavier walking away with a victory. All around, Mack put in an offense that allowed for quick ball movement, a defense that compensated for the lack of man-to-man defenders and enough free throw drills to get Jalen Reynolds to shoot 65% from the stripe; just an A+ job all around.

With most of the players from the previous year returning, hopes were high that X could put together a special season. Trevon Bluiett (15.1/6.1/2.2) dropped most of the baby weight and his shot and footwork became lightning quick, Myles Davis (10.8/3.6/4.1) continued to be a sharpshooter and the emotional leader on the court and JP Macura (9.4/2.6/2.0) continued his quest to become every opponents least favorite human ever. Jalmes Farrnolds came back for another go-around of cleaning the glass and dunking on everything that moved. Remy Abell (6.4/1.5/1.6) accepted his role of glue guy on offense and was a bloodhound on defense, hassling opposition guards relentlessly.

Edmond Sumner (11/3.4/3.6) took a redshirt in 15 and became the starting point guard in this season. He was lightning fast, had incredible bounce (just ask Octavius Ellis) and shot the 3 well enough to keep the defense honest. Larry Austin Jr. (1.8/1.1/1.1) spelled Sumner at point guard and rarely (never) hunted his own shot, but used his minutes to keep the tempo up and keep things firing. Kaiser Gates and Sean OMara made cameo appearances but would have to wait another year for their moments in the spotlight.

A couple buy games were brushed aside before an away demolition of Michigan, then came the Thanksgiving tournament. X had rarely played their best, or even mediocre, ball over the November holiday, but steamrolled every opponent they saw before humiliating Dayton 90-61 in the final. X kept rolling into the Crosstown Shootout where Myles Davis went off and Ed posterized rim protector Octavius Ellis en route to a victory. An away comeback against Wake Forest concluded a 12-0 non conference schedule.

Conference play started at Villanova where things went as expected on the scoreboard, but Ed Sumner sustained a head injury under the rim. X quickly regrouped for a 4 game win streak before losing to Gerogetown at home. This led to a top 10 matchup at Providence where JP ignored Macks signal for a timeout and buried the game with a 3. Things kept rolling right along with a loss at Creighton as the only blip on the radar. On February 24, X hosted Villanova and, for the first time, beat the Wildcats. This game is loaded with too many memories to pack into this article, so Ill leave a link at the bottom. This momentous victory was immediately countered by a loss at Seton Hall, but X righted the ship on Senior Day to beat Creighton and end the regular season 26-4 overall and 14-4 in Big East play.

X began the Big East Tournament with a blowout win over Marquette but fell in the next round to Seton Hall and a red-hot Isaiah Whitehead. No matter, the Muskies still pulled a 2-seed and rode Jalmes Farrnolds to a victory over Weber State. The good times ended there though, X could never pull away against Wisconsin before Koenigs 3 went in as time expired, ending Xaviers best ever season far too soon.

Its easy to just remember the way this season ended and forget of how good this Xavier team really was. They were fast, unselfish, deep and tough to the core. This season was still packed with great memories like JPs 3s against Nova, his dunk at Hinkle, Ed throwing down dunks on Marquette, or Jalen Reynolds growling at anyone foolish enough to get near him. Despite the sour ending, this team gave us many great memories and they will be forever beloved by Xavier Nation.

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The 2020 Spring high school sports season has been put to a halt through at least April 12 due to the coronavirus threat.Kentucky High Schools Athletic Association Commissioner Julian Tackett sent a letter to all school after receiving guidance from Gov. Andy Beshear, public health officials and the Kentucky Department of Education.KHSAA declared all sports and sport-activities, regardless of season, to be in a dead period through April 12 with an evaluation to be made sometime prior to April 11 if the period would be extended.During this time, students can not participate in any organized team activity, organized or semi-organized team competition in any sport or sport-activity in any format at any location in any state where school personnel (paid or unpaid) are involved, in attendance or receiving reports of performance, according to the letter.Students also may not participate in activities such as weight training, skill development, individual camps, team camps or open gym or field activities even if no inter-school competition is involved.Students also may not receive coaching or training from school personnel (either salaried or non-salaried) in any KHSAA sanctioned sport or sport-activity.School facilities, uniforms, nicknames, transportation or equipment, may not be used in any KHSAA-sanctioned sport or sport-activity.School funds may not be expended in support of interscholastic athletics in any KHSAA-sanctioned sport or sport-activity.This restricted period does not preclude communication between school, athletic department and coaching representatives to team members and/or families of players on the current roster.Postseason wrap-up activities, celebrations and recognition events relating to a sport or sport-activity team at a school also may not be held.At this point, there are no plans to cancel state championship play in the spring sports and sport activities of baseball, softball, tennis, track and field, archery, bass fishing or esports season 2, but that obviously merits consideration, even with potentially abbreviated seasons, Tackett said in the letter. There is also no current consideration to seeking alternate locations or dates for sports state championship play beyond the currently scheduled dates. The information related to the Covid-19 (coronavirus) is ever-evolving, and changes happen quickly. We will inform all stakeholders if there are any changes in circumstances. We are hopeful that with all of the collaborative efforts of the citizens of our Commonwealth, we see this situation subside very quickly, and we have to be leaders in that journey.Grant County High School Athletic Director Brian Smallwood said he was anticipating some adjustment would be made to the Spring season.Understanding that the decision was in the best interest for the health and safety of all involved, I am pleased that we are only facing postponement at this time, Smallwood said. My hope is that the postponement is minimal and the season resumes soon.Williamstown Independent Schools Athletic Director Roger Newton said he was a little shocked at first, but he understood the decision by KHSAA.We are in uncharted waters and I think most leaders are taking the stance of error on the side of precaution, Newton said. When we saw the major sports leagues shut down, it was most obviously the best and only option he and the KDE had to make. With so many new things being learned each day about this pandemic and the spread of the virus, you have to take that approach. Sports, for many, is such a vital part of our society and lifestyle. However, something like this we are experiencing puts sports and other interests in perspective quickly. I hope the return of sports is something that we can look forward to as we try to get through this difficult period.Newton said the teams had been practicing for about three weeks and were about to start having scrimmages and games.It is hard to go through your Spring training period then have the plug pulled on you, Newton said. If we were allowed to play games on April 13, we had discussed the need to have at least one week of conditioning and practice to get prepared before playing actual games. If we were to try and play games immediately, we felt it would not be prudent for our student-athletes. It would be hard to go dormant for four weeks and then come to play games right away. The knowledge and training we have would say we would be putting athletes in a great risk for injury and the loss of some or all of their remaining season as well.At the minimum, Smallwood said the postponement will mean a shorter season.With that said, the decision of the KHSAA to institute a dead period brings about an equal playing field for the duration of the postponement, Smallwood said. Overall, I believe there is still opportunity for a great Spring season even with it shortened.Smallwood said there obviously has been a lot of emotion over the decision from players and coaches.I believe the biggest concern among both players and coaches is whether they will have a season at all and what it will look like, Smallwood said. While concerned with the unknown, both players and coaches have been very flexible and willing to do what is necessary to focus on being able to resume their season at the earliest date possible.Newton said most WHS coaches, while in shock, understand the gravity of the situation.Most (coaches) are parents themselves and are concerned for their families and the ability to keep them safe and provide for their needs, Newton said. They would love nothing more than to have the opportunity to coach and to be around their athletes. You prepare all year for this window of 10-12 weeks of competition and then have it pulled before it ever gets started. It has to be tough on them. The players I have spoken with or heard from are optimistic, but are having a tough time trying to wrap their heads around it. They are smart. They listen and are connected to the world around them. They are continuing to train and condition on their own as if they will have an abbreviated season. As each day goes by and we hear more, they are also having to consider the possibility that they may not have a season. That is tough for 13-18 year olds. I can only hope and pray that they get a chance to have some normalcy very soon. This means the opportunity to get back to in-school instruction, to be around their friends and hopefully back to the sport they love.As long as everyone adheres to guidelines that have been set in place to curb further spread of COVID-19, Smallwood is optimistic the Spring season will resume and the athletes will be able to have fun again.Undoubtedly, the last several days have been intense with decisions at all levels that are not easy, Smallwood said. One thing we must remember is the goal is to keep everyone as healthy and safe as possible during this time. Life gets in the way sometimes and you have to make adjustments. My outlook is to remain positive and hopeful that all things will return to what we know as normal daily activity very soon.While he does not have a crystal ball, Newton said while he is hopeful the season will resume, there could be a possibility that the dead period is extended and Spring sports are lost.I am extremely saddened for our seniors, Newton said. If they lose their entire season, they cant get that back. We saw this with the cancellation of the NCAA basketball season and the cancellation of the NCAA tournament. At a time when they should be experiencing great highs and final games competing against district or rival schools, they have been locked out. It has to be very difficult sitting and waiting and wondering if they will have a senior season.(Editors note: The Spring Sports Preview that was set to run in the March 19 issue of the Grant County News has been postponed until a definite decision has been made on the start of the season.)

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Arugula is a leafy green with a peppery, earthy taste that is an explosion of flavor, which makes it easy to understand why the Brits call it "rocket." Arugula's spicy mustard-like qualities add distinct energy to any dish, which has endeared it to legions of aficionados.

While arugula is often eaten fresh, cooking it can help bring out its sweetness.

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This lively green is often thought to be a zestier lettuce or salad green. However, arugula is actually a cruciferous vegetable and a member of the health-enhancing Brassica family, which also includes kale, cabbage, Brussels sprouts and broccoli.

Arugula has small flat leaves and long stems. While it's delicious raw, its flavors can be enhanced and sweetened by a quick saut or steam. Plus, it's a low-calorie option that's chock-full of vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals, packing a powerful punch of benefits.

One cup of raw arugula is equal to a single serving. One cup of raw arugula contains:

0.4 grams

Like many leafy greens, arugula has a rich and varied nutrient profile. Arugula contains some fiber as well as a wide range of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

1. Arugula Is Linked to a Reduced Risk of Cancer

Cruciferous vegetables, like arugula, contain a group of anti-cancer compounds known as glucosinolates, which are sulfur-containing chemicals.

Glucosinolates break down when cooked and eaten to form biologically active compounds that have been linked to preventing the development of cancer, the National Cancer Institute states. Epidemiological evidence has tied higher intake of cruciferous vegetables with a reduced incidence of cancer, according to an article in the December 2014 (BBA) - Reviews on Cancer journal.

Arugula also contains high amounts of erucin, which may be responsible for many anticancer activities, according to research published in the June 2014 edition of PLOS One.

What's more, arugula boasts antioxidants, which help protect our cells from oxidative damage. Studies suggest that eating two to three servings of dark leafy greens such as arugula every week is linked to a decreased risk of breast, skin and stomach cancer, according to the USDA Agricultural Research Service.

2. Arugula Is Tied to Good Heart Health

Green leafy vegetables, including arugula, have long been touted as health-promoting foods.

In fact, leafy green vegetables are associated with a decreased incidence of heart disease and can help support heart health, according to a meta-analysis published in the January 2016 issue of JRSM Cardiovascular Disease. And research shows that a diet rich in fruit and veggies, notably cruciferous vegetables (hello, arugula), is inversely associated with atherosclerosis, according to an April 2018 article published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Blood pressure plays a role in maintaining heart health as well and enjoying a healthy diet full of foods rich in magnesium, calcium and potassium has been deemed an effective way to help lower blood pressure, per Harvard Health Publishing. Arugula contains all three of these minerals and, when combined with other plant-based foods, can help support heart health.

3. Arugula Can Help Maintain Bone Health

Our bones bear the brunt of our weight on a daily basis, but did you know that bone is a living tissue that continuously breaks down and rebuilds throughout life?

We typically reach our peak bone mass by the time we hit age 30, according to Harvard Health Publishing, after which it may remain fairly steady (depending on diet and lifestyle) for another 20 years. After that, women generally experience bone loss more quickly because menopause sets in while men may start to experience more bone loss in their late 50s.

That being said, vitamin K is essential for good bone health. And clocking in with more than 25 percent of a woman's daily needs and 18 percent for men per one-cup serving, arugula is packed with this bone-building nutrient.

In fact, not getting enough vitamin K is associated with an increased risk of osteoarthritis and fractures in older adults, a study published in the June 2014 issue of Molecular Nutrition & Food Research found. Meanwhile, getting enough K can help reduce bone turnover (aka breakdown) and improve bone strength, according to an April 2012 article published in the Open Orthopedics Journal.

Arugula is generally regarded as safe for most people to consume and is not known to be associated with any food allergies to date.

However, leafy greens, including arugula, contain low amounts of oxalate. It is recommended that those with a history of oxalate-containing kidney stones should avoid overconsuming oxalate-containing foods, according to Harvard Health Publishing.

Vitamin K can interact with a few medications and certain medications can also have an adverse effect on vitamin K levels, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Vitamin K is vital for blood clotting, so high amounts of this nutrient dilutes the effects of prescription blood thinners, such as warfarin. But people taking blood thinners should not cut out vitamin K completely since it is an integral part of healthy eating, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Instead, be consistent about the amount of vitamin K you eat daily to keep a constant level because sudden changes (increased or decreased levels) can disrupt the medication's coagulating power.

People on antibiotics or bile acid sequestrants to reduce cholesterol may experience decreased vitamin K status. Be sure to discuss any medication and food interactions with your health professional.

Topping your pizza with some arugula offers a peppery kick that pairs well with the cheese.

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Arugula can be found year-round, but it hits peak season June through December. Similarly to many leafy greens, arugula is highly perishable. Follow these tips to keep your arugula fresh and vibrant:

Arugula is a delicious part of many meals when eaten raw. However, it can range in intensity depending on when, where and how it is grown. The best way to determine how peppery the bite is by tasting it! When cooked, arugula's flavor sweetens and may become less potent.

Arugula can be used a myriad of ways. Here are some quick serving ideas to get you started:

If you're not a fan of arugula or just want a break from its peppery bite, try watercress, spinach or dandelion greens.

Watercress belongs to the same Brassica family but offers a less-spicy flavor profile. Similar to arugula, spinach is nutrient-dense and can be served raw or cooked.

Spinach has a much milder taste than arugula and is often a more budget-friendly option. Dandelion greens are another swap-out option, offering a similar earthy bitter flavor without the peppery kick.

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We understand. You were ready to change things in 2020. You wanted to torch fat, build muscle and get fit for the new year. But three weeks in, you haven't lost two stones and now you've started losing motivation. But fear not: we have a few tricks up our sleeves that can get you fit even if you are feeling a bit lazy.

You might think that the only way to get fit is to hit the treadmill or exercise bike an hour a day, every day, or to start doing heavy resistance training and full body workouts. And although all these activities would help you lose fat and build lean muscle mass especially if your diet is correct they also take considerable amount of will power to start.

Many people fall into the trap of changing their lifestyle too quickly, setting themselves up for failure. Swapping eating pizza every night and doing no exercising to having leaf salad and loads of exercising will send your body into panic mode and you are more likely to abandon your new, healthier lifestyle.

Small, incremental changes might not melt fat off you in one week but they will help ease you into a healthier lifestyle. And, of course, they will help you get fitter and slimmer, too.

We collected five strategies to help you on the journey to get fit(ter), even if you are feeling lazy.

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The below tips are just the tip of the iceberg but they should still make you more fit and mobile, boost your metabolism and your cardiovascular system as well. By introducing these changes and strategies into your life you can make the first steps towards getting leaner and healthier.

Put things out of the way

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Want to get your body ready for rigorous exercising? The best way to start is to get more mobile. Our modern lifestyle makes us stationary, we tend to sit and stand a lot, arms hanging next to our bodies, head tilted forward as we stare at computer and phone screens.

You can feel fitter by applying a few mobility changes to your everyday life. Change things up at home and at work. We place items we use more often in the most convenient places in cupboards and wardrobes, and as much as it is convenient, it makes our bodies more rigid, too.

Try moving things out of the way. Make yourself reach higher up or deeper down for everyday items. Place all the snacks in the most obscure place in the kitchen. Put the shoes in the top compartment in the hallway cabinet. Move the side desk farther away from the sofa.

These small changes will help you mobilise your joints and even get you to do exercises in the process. Frying pan on the lowest shelf in the bottom cabinet? Better do a squat to get it.

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Even if you aren't planning on moving more, drinking more can help boost your metabolism. And when we say drinking more, we don't mean teas or coffees, or even juices, but water.

Green tea and coffee is healthy to consume (not in industrial quantities, though) but they are also slightly diuretic so they will make you pee more. Water, on the other hand, will aid your guts to process food quicker and also help rid toxins from your body.

As for juices, they aren't completely unhealthy but you shouldn't drink more than a glass a day. Juices are high in sugar and regardless of the source of this sugar, since there are no fibres in them not even orange juice with bits is as fibery as an actual fruit they will spike blood insulin levels.

Water has also no calories and you can drink of it as much as you want. By drinking more water, you will also feel less hungry since your stomach will be more stretched.

In case you still feel hungry, you can try swapping your unhealthy snacks for some healthy protein bars and snacks. Protein takes longer to digest and many of the protein bars available on the market today are high in fibre and low on sugar, too, making them an ideal snacking option.

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You don't even have to do stunts like this to get fitter using an exercise ball

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Exercise balls are amazing. They are a versatile piece of equipment, like resistance bands, and can be used for exercising as well as everyday activities. For example, sitting on an exercise ball when you watch TV or work on the computer requires you to use your core muscles, maybe not to the extent as when you use an ab roller but it is definitely a good start.

Sitting on an exercise ball will also naturally make you move around more. Not only do you roll forward and backwards a bit as you sit, making you use your ankle and knee joints more, but since you can't lean back, you are most likely to get up more often which in turn will help your metabolism and cardio system, too.

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High intensity cardio exercises like running or jumping on a rowing machine burn a lot of calories. But they also require considerable amount of effort and are not ideal for people who are overweight.

This is especially true for running. Carrying extra weight will put more pressure on your joints and although running can make your bones stronger, it takes time to build up the base stamina to be able to run more efficiently.

At the beginning, you're better off with brisk walking. Brisk walking is the next best thing to running as it requires less effort but also burns calories and helps metabolism and cardio health, too.

You don't need any special gear either, although good pair of walking shoes or running shoes can make walking significantly more comfortable. To track your steps, get a fitness tracker or a running watch, these devices can also measure heart rate and calories burned.

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Try to swap some of your car journeys to walking sessions instead and also add a bigger walking session to your weekend plans. Once you get used to brisk walking, start adding some jogging intervals to your walks.

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HIIT (high intensity interval training) is the perfect workout for the time poor (although maybe it would be a push to call it lazy). HIIT workouts use short bursts of high intensity exercises to bring the heart rate up, followed by short intervals of low intensity intervals.

HIIT can effectively burn fat, not only during the workout but up to 24 hours after the HIIT session. It can also be done using a variety of equipment: there are indoor exercise bike HIIT classes as well as kettlebell HIIT workouts, or you can just use a jump rope if you want.

HIIT is also good because it is easier for many people to maintain high intensity exercising for shorter periods than it is to maintain a moderate tempo for longer (a.k.a. running). A HIIT workout can be over and done with in 20-30 minutes, just take your protein powder mix plus a banana and you're sorted for the day.

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A new study on adult Muslims suffering from type 2 diabetes has revealed that intermittent fasting during Ramadan is actually helpful for their health. Intermittent fasting is a new trend of weight loss and is quite popular these days. For many people, it is just a weight loss programs and for others, it is a lifestyle change. But in any way, it has some remarkable health benefits to offer.

Intermittent fasting is also rooted in some religious practices globally. For example, during the month of Ramadan, Muslims follow a daily routine of intermittent fasting and abstain from drinking and eating food from morning to evening. Although Muslims who are diabetic have some health concerns before starting the fast, doing the fast actually has many health benefits for them,

The complete research is published in the journal Annals of Family Medicine in its March/April issue of 2020.

This study on adult Muslim participants showed that diabetic people empowered with a professionally designed protocol completed their fast safely. They were studied by a healthcare team from the National University of Singapore.

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The protocol that they followed was named FAST, meaning Fasting Algorithm for Singaporeans with Type 2 Diabetes. The leader of this team, Joyce Yu-Chia Lee is a professor at the University of California. Joyce says; FAST is one of the first tools that brings together Ramadan education, guidance for health care providers and elements of patient empowerment.

All the participants in this trial followed this FAST protocol to see if intermittent fasting was possible for them or not. During this whole study period, they collaborated with a healthcare provider who recorded no risk of any type especially not related to hypoglycemia. In fact, the fasting gave these participants better control over their glycemic levels.

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This FAST protocol is aimed to make the diabetic people educated and aware of how to monitor and control their blood sugar level. With a culturally designed awareness plan and information for the patients as well as doctors encourage to self-monitor the sugar levels before, during and after a fast.

The study concluded that using customized plans lie this Fast protocol could be helpful to make Muslim adults fast safely, without interrupting their sugar levels. Dr. Lee says that it is common for Muslim diabetic patients to fast, without professional medical assistance. Because most of the doctors advise them not to fast which is against their religious and cultural beliefs. So they continue to do it, without consulting a medical professional.

This study shows that tools like intermittent fasting would fill up this gap between the patient and doctor on how to safely complete a fast or make it a lifestyle change, irrespective of ones religious views. She also expects that this trial might lead to a tailored plan on diabetes management for religious and cultural people in addition to the standard diabetic guidelines.

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Kettler Sport Arena, like all the best treadmills is a wonderful device. An essential part of any home workout, treadmills can make running training possible all year round, regardless of the weather. A good treadmill will also help you lose weight fast, kickstarting your metabolism and strengthening your heart and lungs. Many modern treadmills are also quiet, unlike older running machines that did little to cushion your feet on the belt.

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The Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill is one of the best home gym products to buy if you're into running or weight loss. It is reasonably priced and due to some special features hardly ever found in other treadmills, it can be used for a range of purposes.

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The Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill has one of the slowest starting speeds (0.3 km/h) on the market, making it ideal for recovery as well as complete beginners. With this treadmill, you can gently ease yourself into running training without having to worry about the weather outdoors.

The fully shock absorbed deck will make running on the Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill even less demanding for your joints as well more pleasant for the downstairs neighbours. For added peace of mind, the Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill also comes with a 3-year parts and labour warranty including lifetime on the frame and motor.

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On the other end of the intensity-spectrum, the Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill also offers seven HIIT (high intensity interval training) programs straight out of the box. HIIT training is an excellent way to lose weight and to maximise training efficiency, should you be pressed on time. HIIT workouts are made possible due to the high maximum speed (18 km/h) and the incline capabilities (up to 12%) of this treadmill.

The Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill supports Bluetooth connectivity so you can play music through the speakers of the running machine. Not only that but once paired, you can control the playback on the phone with the dedicated buttons on the console of the treadmill.

As for specs, the Kettler Sport Arena Treadmill has a running surface of 149 x 47cm, which is not too wide but in return, it takes up less space in your home. To take up even less space when not is use, the running machine can be folded up and stored that way too.

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