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We are all obliged to have taken a walk - whether it is for exercise or to buy groceries - and then thoughtlessly unload our phones to check the latest news or browse Instagram. A fascinating new study reveals why looking at your phone when walking in a public space among others is not only a bad idea for your safety and for your mental health, but it can also disturb the world around you in ways that may surprise you. Researchers in the age-old field of "mass…

100% Completely What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Seeds.You know that nuts are a healthy snack, but what about seeds? Do they get as much love as their nuttier counterpart?.They definitely should, because seeds comprise healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are beneficial for both your heart and your waistline—especially when they're in the place of saturated fats. In addition, when you eat seeds, they boast a lot of key vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B1 and manganese. Below, we outline…

Feel like your diet isn't working? The problem with your diet has less to do with what you're doing, and more to do with how you implement changes. When it comes to eating healthy, people already know what to do. Eat more vegetables. Decrease portion sizes. Limit added sugar in your day. Consume more water and less alcohol. These are not novel concepts. In fact, most people who want to make healthy changes will be able to tell you exactly what you need to do to lose weight. Simply having the knowledge is not enough to create…

So you decided to cut carbs to lose weight, however, you're finding that the exact opposite is actually occurring. The question is, how? There are several reasons why you could be gaining weight, even as you're actively removing carbs from your diet. First of all, there are several types of low-carb diets including the keto diet, low-carb paleo diet, and the Atkins diet. However, you may also just be following a basic low-carb diet where you limit your consumption to between 50 and 100 grams of carbs per day. For…

If you're drinking wine for all of the health benefits it could have, you may want to put a cork in it, according to science. There are plenty of health-related reasons to drink the occasional glass of wine—can potentially ward off cardiovascular disease, potentially lengthen your life, among other things—but sometimes the benefits of this beverage can be overblown. In fact, though some studies have suggested that drinking red wine can reduce blood pressure (which in turn can lessen the chances of a heart attack, stroke,…

This probably isn't news to you, but eggs just may be the most affordable, versatile, convenient form of protein. Not only are they loaded with antioxidants, essential minerals, and amino acids, they also boast fat-fighting choline, bone-strengthening vitamin D, and brain-boosting vitamin B12. Studies have shown that eggs can increase your energy, support your immune system, reduce inflammation, protect your eyes, and enhance the appearance of your skin and hair—and that's only a few of their many superpowers. Honestly, is…

Fast food is a triple threat when it comes to, well, threatening your health. These "foods" are high in calories, high in glycemic loads (refined carbs that can spike your blood sugar), and are often offered in excessive portion sizes. But wait, there's more! Fast food also typically features processed meat, is generally high in sodium, contains high levels of fat, is lacking fiber, and is missing many essential micronutrients. Phew—did we get everything? All those troubling features come with countless negative side…

It’s no surprise that bananas are a staple in countless households around the world. They’re inexpensive, they’re tasty, and they’re good in practically everything, from smoothies to sundaes. In fact, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), bananas are the most popular fresh fruit in the U.S., with the average American consuming 13.9 pounds of bananas each year. It’s not just their appealing flavor that make these fruits such a powerhouse food, though. In addition to boasting 3 grams of filling fiber…

Somalia delivers closing arguments in maritime border dispute THE HAAG, The Netherlands - Somalia asked the United Nations Supreme Court to overturn Kenya's request for a latitude maritime border stretching into the Indian Ocean in a decades-old legal dispute between the two East African nations. Kenya abruptly withdrew from the case, days before they were due to start on Monday,…

As much as they deny it when asked, every football manager in the world has his favorites.From the coach of an Under-9 side who continually plays his talentless son as a midfielder, all the way to England manager Gareth Southgate who continues with the sometimes comical Jordan Pickford, it's just impossible to get away from the fact that some players are always a shoo-in for a place in start XI.Here it is ... your first #TreeLions squad of the year! ?- England (@England) 18 March 2021Now the first of these two scenarios is…