consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--Secret, Powerful Panels Will Pick COVID-19 Vaccine Winners

Most Americans have never heard of Dr. Richard Whitley , an expert in pediatric infectious diseases at the University of Alabama-Birmingham .
Yet as the coronavirus pandemic drags on and the public eagerly awaits a vaccine , he may well be among the most powerful people in the country .
Whitley leads a small , secret panel of experts tasked with reviewing crucial data on the safety and effectiveness of coronavirus vaccines that U.S. taxpayers have helped fund , including products from Moderna , AstraZeneca , Johnson & Johnson , and others .
The data and safety monitoring board — @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make sure the medicine is safe and it works .
It has the power to halt a clinical trial or fast-track it .
Shielding the identities of clinicians and statisticians on the board is meant to insulate them from pressure by the company sponsoring the trial , government officials , or the public , according to multiple clinical trial experts who have served on such panels .
That could be especially important in the pressure-cooker environment of Covid-19 vaccine research , fueled by President Donald Trump ’ s promises to deliver a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ companies work to produce one as quickly as possible , the board ’ s anonymity has stirred concerns that the cloak of secrecy could , paradoxically , allow undue influence .
Whitley , for example , represents the specialized world these experts inhabit — a professor revered in academia who also is paid by the drug industry .
Any political pressure to rush pharmaceutical companies or lean on federal regulators to prematurely greenlight a vaccine would undermine a system put in place to ensure public safety .
Calls are growing for companies and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who ’ s involved in reviewing the vaccine trials and whether board members have any conflicts of interest .
“ We want to know they ’ re truly independent , ” said Dr. Eric Topol , director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and a specialist in clinical trials .
“ The lack of transparency is exasperating.
” Data and safety monitoring boards have existed for decades to vet new drugs and vaccines , acting as a backstop to help ensure unsafe products don ’ t make their way to the public .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for each product .
This time , a joint DSMB with 10 to 15 experts will review unblinded data across trials for multiple coronavirus vaccines whose development the U.S. government has helped fund , according to five people involved in the Trump administration ’ s Operation Warp Speed or other coronavirus vaccine work .
It is run through the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health and consists of outside scientists and statistical experts , not federal employees , NIH Director Francis Collins said on a call @ @ @ @ @ @ @ convinced that there ’ s something there that looks promising , nothing is unblinded and sent to the FDA , ” Collins said .
“ I doubt if there have been very many vaccine trials ever that have been subjected to this size of the trial and the rigor with which it ’ s being evaluated.
” The NIH safety board oversees trials in the U.S. from Moderna , Johnson & Johnson , and AstraZeneca , U.S. officials and others involved in Operation Warp Speed said , but not Pfizer , which is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ established its own five-member safety panel .
Pfizer has attested that it can conclusively determine by late October the effectiveness of its vaccine , being jointly developed with German company BioNTech .
It secured a $ 1.95 billion purchase agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services for the first 100 million doses produced .
The agreement gives HHS the option to buy an additional 500 million doses .
Moderna , Johnson & Johnson , and AstraZeneca , which have either started or are aiming to soon begin large-scale trials in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have received more than $ 2 billion in government funds for vaccine development ; billions more have been meted out under agreements similar to the HHS contract with Pfizer to buy millions of vaccine doses .
Having one safety board oversee multiple trials could allow researchers to better understand the field of products and apply consistency across evaluations , clinical trial experts said in interviews .
One big advantage “ could be more standardization , ” said Dr. Walter Orenstein , associate director of the Emory Vaccine Center at Emory University and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Disease Control and Prevention .
“ They can look at that data and look at all the trials instead of just doing one trial.
” But it also means that one board has an outsize influence to dictate which coronavirus vaccines eventually succeed or come to a halt , all while most of their identities remain secret .
The NIH declined to name them , saying they were “ confidential ” and could be identified only once a study was complete .
One exception to the mystery is Whitley , who was appointed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the nation ’ s top infectious disease official .
Fauci said that following a “ combination of input from us and from him and other colleagues , the people who had the greatest expertise in a variety of areas , including statistics , clinical trials , vaccinology , immunology , clinical work , ” were selected for the panel .
Whitley ’ s role became public when his university announced it , an unusual move .
He is a professor as well as a board member of Gilead Sciences , which recently signed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to treat Covid-19 patients .
Whitley , who ’ s been on Gilead ’ s board since 2008 , conducted research that led to remdesivir ’ s development .
In 2019 , he was paid roughly $ 430,000 as a Gilead board member , according to documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission .
That same year , he received more than $ 7,700 in payments from GlaxoSmithKline for consulting , food , and travel , according to a federal database that tracks drug and device company payments to physicians .
GlaxoSmithKline @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that ’ s received $ 2 billion from the U.S. government under Operation Warp Speed .
Whitley declined an interview .
However , through a university spokesperson , Whitley said his DSMB has not seen any GlaxoSmithKline Covid-19 protocol .
The companies have yet to begin phase 3 trials .
Although he chairs a separate GSK data and safety monitoring board for a pediatric vaccine , he was vetted and cleared by the NIH conflict-of-interest committee with its knowledge of his involvement , the spokesperson said .
“ When handled responsibly , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ external entities , ” said UAB spokesperson Beena Thannickal , saying the university works with physicians to ensure that industry engagement is appropriate .
“ It facilitates a critical exchange of knowledge and accelerates and advances clinical treatments and cures , and it fuels discovery.
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Most Americans have never heard of Dr. Richard Whitley, an expert in pediatric infectious diseases at the University of Alabama-Birmingham.
Yet as the coronavirus pandemic drags on and the public eagerly awaits a vaccine, he may well be among the most powerful people in the country.
Whitley leads a small, secret panel of experts tasked with reviewing crucial data on the safety and effectiveness of coronavirus vaccines that U.S. taxpayers have helped fund, including products from Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, and others. The data and safety monitoring board — known as a DSMB — is supposed to make sure the medicine is safe and it works. It has the power to halt a clinical trial or fast-track it.
Shielding the identities of clinicians and statisticians on the board is meant to insulate them from pressure by the company sponsoring the trial, government officials, or the public, according to multiple clinical trial experts who have served on such panels. That could be especially important in the pressure-cooker environment of Covid-19 vaccine research, fueled by President Donald Trump’s promises to deliver a vaccine before Election Day.
As pharmaceutical companies work to produce one as quickly as possible, the board’s anonymity has stirred concerns that the cloak of secrecy could, paradoxically, allow undue influence. Whitley, for example, represents the specialized world these experts inhabit — a professor revered in academia who also is paid by the drug industry.
The lack of transparency is exasperating.
Any political pressure to rush pharmaceutical companies or lean on federal regulators to prematurely greenlight a vaccine would undermine a system put in place to ensure public safety. Calls are growing for companies and the government to be more open about who’s involved in reviewing the vaccine trials and whether board members have any conflicts of interest.
“We want to know they’re truly independent,” said Dr. Eric Topol, director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and a specialist in clinical trials. “The lack of transparency is exasperating.”
Data and safety monitoring boards have existed for decades to vet new drugs and vaccines, acting as a backstop to help ensure unsafe products don’t make their way to the public. Typically, there’s one board for each product.
This time, a joint DSMB with 10 to 15 experts will review unblinded data across trials for multiple coronavirus vaccines whose development the U.S. government has helped fund, according to five people involved in the Trump administration’s Operation Warp Speed or other coronavirus vaccine work. It is run through the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health and consists of outside scientists and statistical experts, not federal employees, NIH Director Francis Collins said on a call with reporters.
“Until they are convinced that there’s something there that looks promising, nothing is unblinded and sent to the FDA,” Collins said. “I doubt if there have been very many vaccine trials ever that have been subjected to this size of the trial and the rigor with which it’s being evaluated.”
The NIH safety board oversees trials in the U.S. from Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, and AstraZeneca, U.S. officials and others involved in Operation Warp Speed said, but not Pfizer, which is fully funding its clinical trial work and established its own five-member safety panel. Pfizer has attested that it can conclusively determine by late October the effectiveness of its vaccine, being jointly developed with German company BioNTech. It secured a $1.95 billion purchase agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services for the first 100 million doses produced. The agreement gives HHS the option to buy an additional 500 million doses.
Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, and AstraZeneca, which have either started or are aiming to soon begin large-scale trials in the U.S. involving thousands of patients, collectively have received more than $2 billion in government funds for vaccine development; billions more have been meted out under agreements similar to the HHS contract with Pfizer to buy millions of vaccine doses. Having one safety board oversee multiple trials could allow researchers to better understand the field of products and apply consistency across evaluations, clinical trial experts said in interviews.
One big advantage “could be more standardization,” said Dr. Walter Orenstein, associate director of the Emory Vaccine Center at Emory University and a former senior official at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “They can look at that data and look at all the trials instead of just doing one trial.”
But it also means that one board has an outsize influence to dictate which coronavirus vaccines eventually succeed or come to a halt, all while most of their identities remain secret. The NIH declined to name them, saying they were “confidential” and could be identified only once a study was complete.
Anonymous to shield against pressure
One exception to the mystery is Whitley, who was appointed as chair by Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease official. Fauci said that following a “combination of input from us and from him and other colleagues, the people who had the greatest expertise in a variety of areas, including statistics, clinical trials, vaccinology, immunology, clinical work,” were selected for the panel.
Whitley’s role became public when his university announced it, an unusual move. He is a professor as well as a board member of Gilead Sciences, which recently signed a contract with Pfizer to manufacture remdesivir to treat Covid-19 patients. Whitley, who’s been on Gilead’s board since 2008, conducted research that led to remdesivir’s development.
In 2019, he was paid roughly $430,000 as a Gilead board member, according to documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. That same year, he received more than $7,700 in payments from GlaxoSmithKline for consulting, food, and travel, according to a federal database that tracks drug and device company payments to physicians.
GlaxoSmithKline and Sanofi are jointly developing a vaccine that’s received $2 billion from the U.S. government under Operation Warp Speed. Whitley declined an interview. However, through a university spokesperson, Whitley said his DSMB has not seen any GlaxoSmithKline Covid-19 protocol. The companies have yet to begin phase 3 trials. Although he chairs a separate GSK data and safety monitoring board for a pediatric vaccine, he was vetted and cleared by the NIH conflict-of-interest committee with its knowledge of his involvement, the spokesperson said.
“When handled responsibly, it is appropriate for physicians to collaborate with external entities,” said UAB spokesperson Beena Thannickal, saying the university works with physicians to ensure that industry engagement is appropriate. “It facilitates a critical exchange of knowledge and accelerates and advances clinical treatments and cures, and it fuels discovery.”
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consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--A Study Shows That Older People Became Younger, With ‘Meaningful’ Mental and Physical Improvement Si

A Study Shows That Older People Became Younger, With ‘Meaningful’ Mental and Physical Improvement Since 1990

Finnish research has discovered the functional ability of older people is much better today , compared to people of the same age three decades ago .
This finding was observed in a study conducted at the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä .
The study compared the physical and cognitive performance of Finnish people between the ages of 75 and 80 nowadays with those of people the same age in the 1990s .
“ Performance-based measurements describe how older people manage in their daily life , and at the same time , the measurements reflect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ says the principal investigator of the study , Professor Taina Rantanen , in a statement .
Among men and women between the ages of 75 and 80 , muscle strength , walking speed , reaction speed , verbal fluency , reasoning , and working memory are nowadays significantly better than they were in people of the same age born earlier .
In lung function tests , however , differences between cohorts were not observed .
“ Higher physical activity and increased body size explained the better walking speed and muscle strength among the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kaisa Koivunen , “ whereas the most important underlying factor behind the cohort differences in cognitive performance was longer education.
” Postdoctoral researcher Matti Munukka continues , “ The cohort of 75- and 80-year-olds born later have grown up and lived in a different world than did their counterparts born three decades ago .
There have been many favorable changes .
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Finnish research has discovered the functional ability of older people is much better today, compared to people of the same age three decades ago.
This finding was observed in a study conducted at the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä.
The study compared the physical and cognitive performance of Finnish people between the ages of 75 and 80 nowadays with those of people the same age in the 1990s.
“Performance-based measurements describe how older people manage in their daily life, and at the same time, the measurements reflect one’s functional age,” says the principal investigator of the study, Professor Taina Rantanen, in a statement.
Among men and women between the ages of 75 and 80, muscle strength, walking speed, reaction speed, verbal fluency, reasoning, and working memory are nowadays significantly better than they were in people of the same age born earlier. In lung function tests, however, differences between cohorts were not observed.
“Higher physical activity and increased body size explained the better walking speed and muscle strength among the later-born cohort,” says doctoral student Kaisa Koivunen, “whereas the most important underlying factor behind the cohort differences in cognitive performance was longer education.”
Postdoctoral researcher Matti Munukka continues, “The cohort of 75- and 80-year-olds born later have grown up and lived in a different world than did their counterparts born three decades ago. There have been many favorable changes.
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consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--JP Morgan Bank Forced To Pay $1 BILLION For Market Manipulation

Josh Sigurdson talks with Tim Picciott , The Liberty Advisor about the latest news on JP Morgan as the megabank @ @ @ @ @ for rigging gold and silver , and treasury manipulation .
It 's commonplace to see @ @ @ @ @ gold and silver alongside pretty much every other major market .
Deutsche Bank has been @ @ @ @ @ gold and silver manipulation for years .
JP Morgan traders have gone to jail over @ @ @ @ @ major banks .
This fine however breaks records .
Of course , JP Morgan 's @ @ @ @ @ off the fine with bailout money from taxpayers most likely .
Also , the fine @ @ @ @ @ what they actually made in value by spoofing markets .

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consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--Mexico Tackles COVID-19 Pandemic With Junk Food Bans

In Huntington , New York , town officials have urged residents to “ go on a diet because [ with ] COVID-19 , you ’ re twice as likely to have a poor outcome if you ’ re obese.
” The U.K. has also vowed to target obesity as part of the country ’ s coronavirus prevention strategy by restricting junk food ads Research shows that among 18- to 49-year-olds hospitalized due to COVID-19 , obesity is the most prevalent underlying condition .
Processed foods , junk foods , and soft drinks are key culprits in the development of obesity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ related complications had underlying medical conditions such as obesity , diabetes , hypertension , and cardiovascular problems .
Officials say dietary changes are necessary to protect youth from developing comorbidities that increase COVID-19 severity and risk of death More than a dozen states in Mexico have decided to combat the pandemic by banning the sale of junk food to minors Underlying health conditions like obesity , heart disease , and diabetes have emerged as key factors in COVID-19 severity and fatalities .
Obesity doubles your risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 and raises @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times to 12 times depending on your level of obesity While most mainstream media pundits and American health authorities remain mum about the influence of nutrition and lifestyle on the risks of COVID-19 and its prognosis , more than a dozen states in Mexico have decided to combat the pandemic by banning the sale of junk food to minors .
Adults are also urged to cut back their consumption of junk food to curtail their risk of COVID-19 and other health issues .
This includes the consumption of soda , which assistant health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ bottled poison.
” 2,3 Legislators are still pondering on how to enforce the ban , but according to NPR , punishment for sale of junk food to minors could potentially include fines or even jail time .
López-Gatell is reportedly considering making the ban a permanent law in order to protect the health and well-being of Mexican youth moving forward .
This would be no easy task , he admits , considering the powerful commercial interests at play .
Critics also point out that , in all likelihood , the ban will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unregulated street vendors .
Interestingly , when NPR interviewed teenagers around Mexico City and Oaxaca state , they found most “ knew about health problems related to junk food ” and seemed receptive to the ban .
One 16-year-old girl said , “ I 'd be frustrated at first if I could n't buy a Coke , but I 'd adapt .
And maybe I 'd think twice and buy fruit or something healthy instead.
” As reported in “ Junk Food Companies Responsible for COVID-19 Susceptibility , ” underlying health conditions such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ diabetes have emerged as key factors in COVID-19 fatalities .
In one study,4,5 more than 99 % of people who died from COVID-19-related complications had underlying medical conditions .
Among those fatalities , 76.1 % had high blood pressure , 35.5 % had diabetes and 33 % had heart disease .
Another study6 revealed that among 18- to 49-year-olds hospitalized due to COVID-19 , obesity was the most prevalent underlying condition , just ahead of hypertension .
Processed foods , junk foods , and soft drinks are key culprits in the development of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a key role to play in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths .
London-based cardiologist Dr. Aseem Malhotra has been among those warning that poor diet can increase your risk of dying from COVID-19 .
He told BBC that ultra-processed foods make up more than half the calories consumed by the British , and if you suffer from obesity , Type 2 diabetes , and high blood pressure — all of which are linked to poor diet — your risk of mortality from COVID-19 increases tenfold.7 Malhotra also noted8 that eating nutritious foods for even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but Type 2 diabetes into remission and improve your health considerably , thereby improving your chance of survival should you contract COVID-19 .
Dr. Robert Lustig , Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics in the division of endocrinology at the University of California , San Francisco , has also been outspoken about the connection between diet and COVID-19 risks , stating:9 Importantly , even mild obesity can have significant implications for COVID-19 .
According to Italian researchers who analyzed10 data from 482 COVID-19 patients , “ Obesity is a strong , independent risk factor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ICU and death among COVID-19 patients , ” and the extent of risk is dependent on your level of obesity .
In a press release , lead author Dr. Matteo Rottoli stated:11 Specifically , patients with mild obesity had a 2.5 times greater risk of respiratory failure and five times greater risk of being admitted to an ICU compared to nonobese patients .
Those with a BMI of 35 and over were also 12 times more likely to die from COVID-19.12 Similarly , July 2020 report13 by Public Health England described the results @ @ @ @ @ @ @ showed that excess weight worsened COVID-19 severity , and the other that obese patients were more likely to die from the disease compared to nonobese patients .
Here too , the risk of hospitalization , intensive care treatment , and death all progressively increased along with BMI .
Compared to healthy weight patients , patients with a BMI above 25 kg/m2 were : • 2.03 times more likely to suffer a critical illness • 6.98 times more likely to need respiratory support • 3.68 times more likely to die Yet another study15,16 published @ @ @ @ @ @ @ preprint server medRxiv found obesity doubles your risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 .
According to the authors:17 Pandemic Has Highlighted Role of Junk Food in Health In an editorial18 published in the BMJ , three researchers cited the role of the food industry in driving up rates of obesity and ultimately causing more COVID-19 deaths .
According to the authors , “ It is now clear that the food industry shares the blame not only for the obesity pandemic but also for the severity of COVID-19 disease and its devastating consequences.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ industry to stop promoting unhealthy food and drinks immediately but also called on governments to force reformulation of junk foods to better support health .
As noted by Bill Maher in the video above , obesity has always killed us , albeit slowly .
“ Mixed with COVID , it kills you fast , ” he says .
So far , Mexico appears to be the only nation that has taken the matter seriously enough to actually implement an all-out ban on junk food for children and teens .
Other noteworthy exceptions include @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , where town officials have urged residents to “ go on a diet because [ with ] COVID-19 , you ’ re twice as likely to have a poor outcome if you ’ re obese.
” The U.K. is also targeting obesity as part of the country ’ s coronavirus prevention strategy by restricting junk food ads.19 July 23 , 2020 , Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced he intends to ban TV junk food advertising before 9 p.m. and limit in-store promotions .
Online ads for unhealthy foods may also be banned.20 Two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The first , published in the May 2020 issue of Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences,21 points out that “ Optimal nutrition and dietary nutrient intake impact the immune system , therefore the only sustainable way to survive in the current context is to strengthen the immune system , ” and that “ A proper diet can ensure that the body is in the proper state to defeat the virus.
” To optimize your chances of surviving COVID-19 and minimizing its symptoms , the authors provide both dietary guidelines and good food practices to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Included in the dietary guidelines are recommendations to : • Eat four servings of fruit such as guava , apple , banana , strawberry , cantaloupe melon , grapefruit , pineapple , papaya , orange , Longman fruit , blackcurrant , and pummelo daily • Eat five servings of fresh vegetables daily and avoid overcooking them to prevent loss of nutrients • Include nuts and coconut in your diet • Include animal foods such as red meat , poultry , fish , eggs , and milk • Avoid soda and other sweetened beverages @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the guidelines include the recommendation to avoid healthy saturated fats such as butter , coconut oil , cheese , ghee , and cream , and to use unsaturated fats only .
While some unsaturated fat sources are perfectly healthy , such as avocados , fish , and nuts , others really should be avoided .
Industrially processed seed oils are fats to be diligently avoided and this includes oils like soybean oil , canola oil , and corn oil .
The second study , published in the July 2020 issue of Brain , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It really did not take long before it became apparent that the COVID-19 pandemic was illustrative of a far more widespread pandemic , namely that of insulin resistance .
All of the comorbidities that dramatically increase your COVID-19 risks ( including your risk of symptomatic COVID-19 illness , hospitalization , and complications resulting in death ) are rooted in insulin resistance .
Remove the insulin resistance , along with vitamin D deficiency , and very few people — except for very old and frail individuals — would be at significant risk from SARS-CoV-2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ high time to start looking at how we can improve our health in general , and avoid insulin resistance in particular .
A healthy population simply isn ’ t going to be as vulnerable to infectious diseases like COVID-19 .
Aside from the general dietary recommendations listed above ( with the exception of the recommendation to replace saturated fats with soy , canola , and corn oils ) , I recommend : Additionally , get regular exercise each week and increase physical movement throughout your waking hours , with the goal of sitting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Making sure you ’ re getting sufficient sleep ( typically eight hours for most adults ) and tending to your emotional health are also important factors that can influence your weight , general health , and immune function .

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
In Huntington, New York, town officials have urged residents to “go on a diet because [with] COVID-19, you’re twice as likely to have a poor outcome if you’re obese.” The U.K. has also vowed to target obesity as part of the country’s coronavirus prevention strategy by restricting junk food ads
Research shows that among 18- to 49-year-olds hospitalized due to COVID-19, obesity is the most prevalent underlying condition. Processed foods, junk foods, and soft drinks are key culprits in the development of obesity
Two-thirds of Mexicans who died from COVID-19 related complications had underlying medical conditions such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular problems. Officials say dietary changes are necessary to protect youth from developing comorbidities that increase COVID-19 severity and risk of death
More than a dozen states in Mexico have decided to combat the pandemic by banning the sale of junk food to minors
Underlying health conditions like obesity, heart disease, and diabetes have emerged as key factors in COVID-19 severity and fatalities. Obesity doubles your risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 and raises your risk of death anywhere from 3.68 times to 12 times depending on your level of obesity
While most mainstream media pundits and American health authorities remain mum about the influence of nutrition and lifestyle on the risks of COVID-19 and its prognosis, more than a dozen states in Mexico have decided to combat the pandemic by banning the sale of junk food to minors.
Mexico Bans Junk Food to Curtail COVID-19 Death Toll
As reported by NPR, September 14, 2020:1
“First Oaxaca's state legislature passed a ban on selling or giving out high-calorie packaged foods and sugar-sweetened drinks to minors on Aug. 5. Less than two weeks later, Tabasco state approved a prohibition, too. Now at least a dozen other states are considering similar legislation.
‘I know it can sound a bit drastic but we had to take action now,’ says Magaly López, a lawmaker in Oaxaca's Congress who spearheaded the ban. More than 70,000 Mexicans have died from COVID-19, the world's fourth-highest recorded death toll, according to tracking by Johns Hopkins University.
Two-thirds of those who died in Mexico had an underlying medical condition such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular problems, according to Health Department officials. That has led to a new urgency to change diets so that the younger generation doesn't suffer those ailments.”
Adults are also urged to cut back their consumption of junk food to curtail their risk of COVID-19 and other health issues. This includes the consumption of soda, which assistant health secretary Hugo López-Gatell has referred to as “bottled poison.”2,3
Legislators are still pondering on how to enforce the ban, but according to NPR, punishment for sale of junk food to minors could potentially include fines or even jail time.
López-Gatell is reportedly considering making the ban a permanent law in order to protect the health and well-being of Mexican youth moving forward. This would be no easy task, he admits, considering the powerful commercial interests at play. Critics also point out that, in all likelihood, the ban will simply shift business from grocery stores to unregulated street vendors.
Interestingly, when NPR interviewed teenagers around Mexico City and Oaxaca state, they found most “knew about health problems related to junk food” and seemed receptive to the ban. One 16-year-old girl said, “I'd be frustrated at first if I couldn't buy a Coke, but I'd adapt. And maybe I'd think twice and buy fruit or something healthy instead.”
Nutrition Plays an Important Role in COVID-19 Susceptibility
As reported in “Junk Food Companies Responsible for COVID-19 Susceptibility,” underlying health conditions such as obesity, heart disease, and diabetes have emerged as key factors in COVID-19 fatalities.
In one study,4,5 more than 99% of people who died from COVID-19-related complications had underlying medical conditions. Among those fatalities, 76.1% had high blood pressure, 35.5% had diabetes and 33% had heart disease.
Another study6 revealed that among 18- to 49-year-olds hospitalized due to COVID-19, obesity was the most prevalent underlying condition, just ahead of hypertension. Processed foods, junk foods, and soft drinks are key culprits in the development of these chronic diseases, and therefore have a key role to play in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths.
[SARS-CoV-2] doesn't distinguish who it infects. But it does distinguish who it kills. ~ Dr. Robert Lustig
London-based cardiologist Dr. Aseem Malhotra has been among those warning that poor diet can increase your risk of dying from COVID-19. He told BBC that ultra-processed foods make up more than half the calories consumed by the British, and if you suffer from obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure — all of which are linked to poor diet — your risk of mortality from COVID-19 increases tenfold.7
Malhotra also noted8 that eating nutritious foods for even one month could help you lose weight, but Type 2 diabetes into remission and improve your health considerably, thereby improving your chance of survival should you contract COVID-19.
Dr. Robert Lustig, Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics in the division of endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco, has also been outspoken about the connection between diet and COVID-19 risks, stating:9
“I've heard COVID-19 referred to a beast, because it doesn't distinguish. In point of fact, it doesn't distinguish who it infects. But it does distinguish who it kills.
Other than the elderly, it's those who are Black, obese, and/or have pre-existing conditions. What distinguished these three demographics? Ultra-processed food. Because ultra-processed food sets you up for inflammation, which COVID-19 is happy to exploit … Time to rethink your menu.”
Even Mild Obesity Increases Risk for COVID-19 Complications
Importantly, even mild obesity can have significant implications for COVID-19. According to Italian researchers who analyzed10 data from 482 COVID-19 patients, “Obesity is a strong, independent risk factor for respiratory failure, admission to the ICU and death among COVID-19 patients,” and the extent of risk is dependent on your level of obesity. In a press release, lead author Dr. Matteo Rottoli stated:11
“Health care practitioners should be aware that people with any grade of obesity, not just the severely obese, are a population at risk. Extra caution should be used for hospitalized COVID-19 patients with obesity, as they are likely to experience a quick deterioration towards respiratory failure, and to require intensive care admission.”
Specifically, patients with mild obesity had a 2.5 times greater risk of respiratory failure and five times greater risk of being admitted to an ICU compared to nonobese patients. Those with a BMI of 35 and over were also 12 times more likely to die from COVID-19.12
British Report Links Obesity to COVID-19 Severity and Death
Similarly, July 2020 report13 by Public Health England described the results of two systematic reviews,14 one of which showed that excess weight worsened COVID-19 severity, and the other that obese patients were more likely to die from the disease compared to nonobese patients. Here too, the risk of hospitalization, intensive care treatment, and death all progressively increased along with BMI. Compared to healthy weight patients, patients with a BMI above 25 kg/m2 were:
2.03 times more likely to suffer a critical illness
6.98 times more likely to need respiratory support
3.68 times more likely to die
Yet another study15,16 published May 2, 2020, on the preprint server medRxiv found obesity doubles your risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19. According to the authors:17
“These findings suggest that modification of lifestyle may help to reduce the risk of COVID-19 and could be a useful adjunct to other interventions, such as social distancing and shielding of high risk.”
Pandemic Has Highlighted Role of Junk Food in Health
In an editorial18 published in the BMJ, three researchers cited the role of the food industry in driving up rates of obesity and ultimately causing more COVID-19 deaths. According to the authors, “It is now clear that the food industry shares the blame not only for the obesity pandemic but also for the severity of COVID-19 disease and its devastating consequences.”
They not only called on the food industry to stop promoting unhealthy food and drinks immediately but also called on governments to force reformulation of junk foods to better support health.
As noted by Bill Maher in the video above, obesity has always killed us, albeit slowly. “Mixed with COVID, it kills you fast,” he says. So far, Mexico appears to be the only nation that has taken the matter seriously enough to actually implement an all-out ban on junk food for children and teens.
Other noteworthy exceptions include the town of Huntington, New York, where town officials have urged residents to “go on a diet because [with] COVID-19, you’re twice as likely to have a poor outcome if you’re obese.”
The U.K. is also targeting obesity as part of the country’s coronavirus prevention strategy by restricting junk food ads.19 July 23, 2020, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced he intends to ban TV junk food advertising before 9 p.m. and limit in-store promotions. Online ads for unhealthy foods may also be banned.20
Studies Stress Nutrition in Fight Against COVID-19
Two additional studies are worthy of note. The first, published in the May 2020 issue of Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences,21 points out that “Optimal nutrition and dietary nutrient intake impact the immune system, therefore the only sustainable way to survive in the current context is to strengthen the immune system,” and that “A proper diet can ensure that the body is in the proper state to defeat the virus.”
To optimize your chances of surviving COVID-19 and minimizing its symptoms, the authors provide both dietary guidelines and good food practices to minimize the risk of food contaminants. Included in the dietary guidelines are recommendations to:
Eat four servings of fruit such as guava, apple, banana, strawberry, cantaloupe melon, grapefruit, pineapple, papaya, orange, Longman fruit, blackcurrant, and pummelo daily
Eat five servings of fresh vegetables daily and avoid overcooking them to prevent loss of nutrients
Include nuts and coconut in your diet
Include animal foods such as red meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and milk
Avoid soda and other sweetened beverages and drink pure water instead
Unfortunately, the guidelines include the recommendation to avoid healthy saturated fats such as butter, coconut oil, cheese, ghee, and cream, and to use unsaturated fats only. While some unsaturated fat sources are perfectly healthy, such as avocados, fish, and nuts, others really should be avoided.
Industrially processed seed oils are fats to be diligently avoided and this includes oils like soybean oil, canola oil, and corn oil. The second study, published in the July 2020 issue of Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, notes that:22
“The high rate of consumption of diets high in saturated fats, sugars, and refined carbohydrates (collectively called Western diet, WD) worldwide, contribute to the prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes, and could place these populations at an increased risk for severe COVID-19 pathology and mortality.
WD consumption activates the innate immune system and impairs adaptive immunity, leading to chronic inflammation and impaired host defense against viruses.
Furthermore, peripheral inflammation caused by COVID-19 may have long-term consequences in those that recover, leading to chronic medical conditions such as dementia and neurodegenerative disease, likely through neuroinflammatory mechanisms that can be compounded by an unhealthy diet.
Thus, now more than ever, wider access to healthy foods should be a top priority and individuals should be mindful of healthy eating habits to reduce susceptibility to and long-term complications from COVID-19.”
My Dietary Recommendations
It really did not take long before it became apparent that the COVID-19 pandemic was illustrative of a far more widespread pandemic, namely that of insulin resistance.
All of the comorbidities that dramatically increase your COVID-19 risks (including your risk of symptomatic COVID-19 illness, hospitalization, and complications resulting in death) are rooted in insulin resistance. Remove the insulin resistance, along with vitamin D deficiency, and very few people — except for very old and frail individuals — would be at significant risk from SARS-CoV-2 infection.
So, it really is high time to start looking at how we can improve our health in general, and avoid insulin resistance in particular. A healthy population simply isn’t going to be as vulnerable to infectious diseases like COVID-19.
Aside from the general dietary recommendations listed above (with the exception of the recommendation to replace saturated fats with soy, canola, and corn oils), I recommend:
•Adopting a cyclical ketogenic diet, which involves radically limiting carbs (replacing them with healthy fats and moderate amounts of protein) until you're close to or at your ideal weight. This includes avoiding all ultra-processed foods and also limiting added sugars to a maximum of 25 grams per day (15 grams a day if you're insulin resistant or diabetic). This will allow your body to start burning fat rather than carbohydrates as its primary fuel and increase the sensitivity of your insulin receptors. Once you have regained your ideal body weight, then you can cycle carbs back in a few times a week. One of the best books written on this subject is my classic “Fat for Fuel.” •Restricting your eating window to six to eight hours each day, making sure to eat your last meal at least three hours before bedtime. This is known as time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting and is a powerful intervention to reduce insulin resistance and restore metabolic flexibility.
Additionally, get regular exercise each week and increase physical movement throughout your waking hours, with the goal of sitting less than three hours a day. Making sure you’re getting sufficient sleep (typically eight hours for most adults) and tending to your emotional health are also important factors that can influence your weight, general health, and immune function.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--Morning Inspiration: Don’t Let Your Circumstances Define You (Motivational Video)

Different situations and circumstances will occur in life that may make you question who you are or your abilities .
It is during these tough times that you should stand firm and know your inner strength .
“ Then I remember thinking that this life is temporary .
This experience that I 'm experiencing right now as a 24 year old man , that this is not gon na last .
This is the prime of my youth and ( like ) , ‘ you got ta get going . '
” “ You may have hit a rock in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ change your name .
You may be going through a tough time , but do n't change your name .
Do n't let your circumstances define who you are .
How you are does not define who you are .
How I 'm going does not define who is going .
Your strength is in maintaining who I am.
” T.D .
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Source: Mulligan Brothers MOTIVATION
Different situations and circumstances will occur in life that may make you question who you are or your abilities. It is during these tough times that you should stand firm and know your inner strength.
“Then I remember thinking that this life is temporary. This experience that I'm experiencing right now as a 24 year old man, that this is not gonna last. This is the prime of my youth and (like), ‘you gotta get going.'”
“You may have hit a rock in a hard place, but don't change your name. You may be going through a tough time, but don't change your name. Don't let your circumstances define who you are. How you are does not define who you are. How I'm going does not define who is going. Your strength is in maintaining who I am.” T.D. Jakes
Watch and be motivated today!!


consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--What You Need to Know Before Considering Bankruptcy

There are many reasons why you might be considering bankruptcy , and you ’ ve more than likely been suffering financial problems for a long time if it ’ s something you ’ re considering .
It ’ s a process that can be a smart move for many people depending on their situation , but it ’ s also something that should be understood and considered carefully before it ’ s proceeded with .
There are plenty of implications that come with filing for bankruptcy and many people aren ’ t particularly familiar with these or what they mean @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fully informed and aware of what you ’ re getting into before making any important decisions .
These decisions will impact your life for a long time to come after all .
If you want to find out more about all this and ensure you ’ re making an informed decision , the information below will help you .
The first thing you need to know is that this whole process is going to take time .
Many people mistakenly believe that bankruptcy proceedings will be a quick fix to their problems but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as much as you might wish it was .
You ’ ll have to go through court proceedings , and that ’ s something that takes time .
Creditors , lawyers and all kinds of other professionals will take part in the process , so there ’ s going to be negotiation , dispute and lots of other variables to manage along the way .
Everything Must be Disclosed During the Bankruptcy Proceedings It ’ s against the law to go through bankruptcy proceedings without disclosing every aspect of your finances and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bank accounts you have all need to be declared and disclosed at the relevant times .
Failing to do so is not a small misdemeanor and could even result in a prison sentence in some cases .
That ’ s why it ’ s so important to understand what you ’ re getting into and to know what you can expect from the process .
Getting something wrong could be disastrous for you .
Your Finances Will be Exposed for All to See All of your , possessions and financial interests will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proceedings .
That ’ s simply the nature of this kind of process .
If that ’ s something you ’ re not prepared for , this is not the way forward for you .
There ’ s no hiding place when it comes to filing for bankruptcy and that ’ s something about the process that you ’ re just going to have to accept because there ’ s no getting around it or getting away from it , even if you would like to .
The Process Can be Complicated The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ straightforward and it ’ s not easy .
And that ’ s one of the reasons why working with the right professionals with the right experience is so important .
It can all be very complicated and only people with the right experience of these proceedings will be able to guide you properly .
There ’ s no way of going it alone to save money or anything like that .
You ’ re going to need to do it properly in order to avoid making mistakes or being tripped up .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t understand if you haven ’ t experienced this before .
There Are Costs Associated with Filing for Bankruptcy There are also lots of costs associated with filing for bankruptcy , and that can be hard to deal with when you ’ re in a position you currently find yourself in .
Nevertheless , those costs have to be met unless you want to get yourself into even more financial trouble .
There are court costs , lawyers ’ fees and plenty of other costs that need to be covered as you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s why it ’ s a mistake to believe that going through all this is going to be the cheap way out for you because that ’ s not the case .
There Are Different Types of Bankruptcy There are also different types of bankruptcy that you need to know about , not just one .
The one you ’ ll need to choose will obviously depend on your particular circumstances and it ’ s something that you ’ ll have to discuss in delta with your attorney .
Chapter 7 bankruptcy involves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ secured .
Chapter 13 involves setting up payment plans to repay your creditors in a most sustainable way .
Chapter 11 contains a bit of both of these options , meaning it involves repayment of some debts but not others .
Chapter 12 bankruptcy is an option only available to certain professions .
Getting Legal Advice and Support is Essential As we mentioned earlier , getting the right legal advice and support is something that ’ s not always easy , but it does need to be done .
You should if you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s not a process that you can go through or should attempt to go through without first getting the right legal advice and support from people who know what they ’ re talking about .
Doing so would be a major mistake that you ’ d more than likely live to regret .
One of the things that will linger for a long time after you file for bankruptcy is the impact it ’ ll have on your credit score .
There ’ s no getting away from the fact that your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through this process .
Of course , with the right steps it ’ s always possible to improve and , so all is not lost .
It ’ s just a case of getting back to normal and making wise financial moves at the soonest opportunity .
Doing so will give you the results you ’ re looking for .
If you have any debts that are shared with other people such as your partner , these won ’ t be covered by your bankruptcy proceedings , and it ’ s important to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ debt can be wiped out by filing for bankruptcy , and that ’ s just the way it is .
If you ’ re unsure about any of your debts and how they ’ ll be affected by your bankruptcy proceedings , this is something that you should discuss with your attorney .
They ’ ll be able to give you the answers and information you need .
Creditors May Challenge Your Attempt to File for Bankruptcy It ’ s possible that the creditors that you owe money to will attempt to challenge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ view , they want to get access to the money that you owe them .
And that ’ s why they won ’ t necessarily like the fact that you ’ re attempting to have your debts wiped out .
It ’ s not always the case that creditors will attempt to challenge the process , but it ’ s also not impossible either .
It ’ s something that you ’ ll need to be aware of and be prepared for because you never know what might happen .
The process is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Have to Hand Over All Your Credit Cards You ’ re not going to be able to carry on using your credit cards once you ’ ve filed for bankruptcy , so that ’ s something that you should prepare for .
Things will change in your financial life from the moment you take this step and the way you use credit will certainly be one of them .
Your credit cards will be taken and you ’ ll have to get used to spending the money you have and the money you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ access via credit .
There ’ s no getting around that change .
For Debts That Can ’ t be Wiped Out , There Are Other Options As mentioned above , there are likely to be some of your debts that simply can ’ t be wiped out by filing for bankruptcy and that ’ s just the way it is .
For those debts , there are other options though .
For example , you can use debt counselling options to set up a plan for paying back the debts .
You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consolidation options as well .
These make it easier for you to pay off your debts in one rather than paying off lots of different small debts , which can be more difficult and more stressful for many people .
This Process Won ’ t Fix Any of Your Underlying Issues Of course , it ’ s also important to remember that simply filing for bankruptcy doesn ’ t change or fix any of the underlying problems that got you into this situation to begin with .
If you ’ re going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ getting support and understanding your underlying problems will be key .
Those underlying issues aren ’ t going to go away just because your debts are no longer hanging over you the way you were .
Failing to tackle your underlying issues could result in you simply falling back into old habits and racking up debts once more .
When your financial situation is overwhelming you , it ’ s important to consider all the options open to you , including filing for bankruptcy .
However , you should always go into such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the advice from professionals who are acting in your best interests .
It ’ s a step that should be taken lightly .

There are many reasons why you might be considering bankruptcy, and you’ve more than likely been suffering financial problems for a long time if it’s something you’re considering. It’s a process that can be a smart move for many people depending on their situation, but it’s also something that should be understood and considered carefully before it’s proceeded with.
There are plenty of implications that come with filing for bankruptcy and many people aren’t particularly familiar with these or what they mean. It’s important to be fully informed and aware of what you’re getting into before making any important decisions. These decisions will impact your life for a long time to come after all.
If you want to find out more about all this and ensure you’re making an informed decision, the information below will help you.
The Process Takes Time
The first thing you need to know is that this whole process is going to take time. Many people mistakenly believe that bankruptcy proceedings will be a quick fix to their problems but that’s simply not the case, as much as you might wish it was.
You’ll have to go through court proceedings, and that’s something that takes time. Creditors, lawyers and all kinds of other professionals will take part in the process, so there’s going to be negotiation, dispute and lots of other variables to manage along the way.
Everything Must be Disclosed During the Bankruptcy Proceedings
It’s against the law to go through bankruptcy proceedings without disclosing every aspect of your finances and property. Any property you own or bank accounts you have all need to be declared and disclosed at the relevant times.
Failing to do so is not a small misdemeanor and could even result in a prison sentence in some cases. That’s why it’s so important to understand what you’re getting into and to know what you can expect from the process. Getting something wrong could be disastrous for you.
Your Finances Will be Exposed for All to See
All of your debts , possessions and financial interests will be openly scrutinized as you go through bankruptcy proceedings. That’s simply the nature of this kind of process. If that’s something you’re not prepared for, this is not the way forward for you.
There’s no hiding place when it comes to filing for bankruptcy and that’s something about the process that you’re just going to have to accept because there’s no getting around it or getting away from it, even if you would like to.
The Process Can be Complicated
The process of filing for bankruptcy is not straightforward and it’s not easy. And that’s one of the reasons why working with the right professionals with the right experience is so important. It can all be very complicated and only people with the right experience of these proceedings will be able to guide you properly.
There’s no way of going it alone to save money or anything like that. You’re going to need to do it properly in order to avoid making mistakes or being tripped up. There are so many things that you won’t understand if you haven’t experienced this before.
There Are Costs Associated with Filing for Bankruptcy
There are also lots of costs associated with filing for bankruptcy, and that can be hard to deal with when you’re in a position you currently find yourself in. Nevertheless, those costs have to be met unless you want to get yourself into even more financial trouble.
There are court costs, lawyers’ fees and plenty of other costs that need to be covered as you move through the process. That’s why it’s a mistake to believe that going through all this is going to be the cheap way out for you because that’s not the case.
There Are Different Types of Bankruptcy
There are also different types of bankruptcy that you need to know about, not just one. The one you’ll need to choose will obviously depend on your particular circumstances and it’s something that you’ll have to discuss in delta with your attorney.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy involves discharging most debts that aren’t secured. Chapter 13 involves setting up payment plans to repay your creditors in a most sustainable way. Chapter 11 contains a bit of both of these options, meaning it involves repayment of some debts but not others. Chapter 12 bankruptcy is an option only available to certain professions.
Getting Legal Advice and Support is Essential
As we mentioned earlier, getting the right legal advice and support is something that’s not always easy, but it does need to be done. You should contact a bankruptcy attorney from Leinart Law Firm if you want help you can trust.
It’s not a process that you can go through or should attempt to go through without first getting the right legal advice and support from people who know what they’re talking about – like bankruptcy attorneys Tacoma. Doing so would be a major mistake that you’d more than likely live to regret.
Declaring Bankruptcy Will Impact Your Credit Score
One of the things that will linger for a long time after you file for bankruptcy is the impact it’ll have on your credit score. There’s no getting away from the fact that your credit score is impacted when you go through this process.
Of course, with the right steps it’s always possible to improve and repair your credit score , so all is not lost. It’s just a case of getting back to normal and making wise financial moves at the soonest opportunity. Doing so will give you the results you’re looking for.
Shared Debts Won’t be Covered
If you have any debts that are shared with other people such as your partner, these won’t be covered by your bankruptcy proceedings, and it’s important to understand that. Not all types of debt can be wiped out by filing for bankruptcy, and that’s just the way it is.
If you’re unsure about any of your debts and how they’ll be affected by your bankruptcy proceedings, this is something that you should discuss with your attorney. They’ll be able to give you the answers and information you need.
Creditors May Challenge Your Attempt to File for Bankruptcy
It’s possible that the creditors that you owe money to will attempt to challenge the process. From their point of view, they want to get access to the money that you owe them. And that’s why they won’t necessarily like the fact that you’re attempting to have your debts wiped out.
It’s not always the case that creditors will attempt to challenge the process, but it’s also not impossible either. It’s something that you’ll need to be aware of and be prepared for because you never know what might happen. The process is full of surprises.
You’ll Have to Hand Over All Your Credit Cards
You’re not going to be able to carry on using your credit cards once you’ve filed for bankruptcy, so that’s something that you should prepare for. Things will change in your financial life from the moment you take this step and the way you use credit will certainly be one of them.
Your credit cards will be taken and you’ll have to get used to spending the money you have and the money you earn rather than the money you can access via credit. There’s no getting around that change.
For Debts That Can’t be Wiped Out, There Are Other Options
As mentioned above, there are likely to be some of your debts that simply can’t be wiped out by filing for bankruptcy and that’s just the way it is. For those debts, there are other options though. For example, you can use debt counselling options to set up a plan for paying back the debts.
You might also be able to explore debt consolidation options as well. These make it easier for you to pay off your debts in one rather than paying off lots of different small debts, which can be more difficult and more stressful for many people.
This Process Won’t Fix Any of Your Underlying Issues
Of course, it’s also important to remember that simply filing for bankruptcy doesn’t change or fix any of the underlying problems that got you into this situation to begin with. If you’re going to improve your financial situation going forward, getting support and understanding your underlying problems will be key.
Those underlying issues aren’t going to go away just because your debts are no longer hanging over you the way you were. Failing to tackle your underlying issues could result in you simply falling back into old habits and racking up debts once more.
When your financial situation is overwhelming you, it’s important to consider all the options open to you, including filing for bankruptcy. However, you should always go into such a process with your eyes open and with the advice from professionals who are acting in your best interests. It’s a step that should be taken lightly.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--5 Things You Can Do Now to Get Ready For Retirement

46 % of Americans believe they won ’ t have enough money for retirement according to a Gallup survey .
Every 1 in 5 Americans older than 65 is still working – through the Wuhan virus pandemic hurt many people .
This is because they can not afford retirement .
However , there are steps you can take to prevent this from becoming your reality .
These are 5 things you should do right now to make your retirement easier and pleasanter .
You need to come up with a retirement plan for which you need to start preparing your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spending habits and the kind of money you are expecting to make .
This is one of the most important steps of getting ready for retirement .
Make sure you are not conservative in calculating the amount of money you will require after you retire .
It ’ s better to err on the higher side .
Tally up various income streams , like pension and Social Security to know the amount you will generate .
When you are , you need to take full advantage of catch-up contributions and retirement accounts .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ limit allowed ( wherever possible ) in your IRAs , 401 ( k ) , and other plans .
You should aim to qualify for the maximum matching contribution in 401 ( k ) offered by your employer .
You may be able to set aside a higher amount if you are 50 or older .
Account consolidation may simplify investment management as you near retirement and offer a clearer picture .
3 .
Get Ready for Retirement by Investing for Growth It is easy to shy away from investing in stocks , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ However , stock growth may prove to be an integral aspect of your portfolio .
You should seriously consider maintaining mutual funds , bonds , stocks , and other assets as per your risk tolerance , liquidity needs , and investment time horizon .
portfolio can go a long way in helping you weather market downturns .
It can also help you generate enough income to cover your expenses post-retirement for at least three decades .
This is one tip you should consider right now .
Try downsizing your mortgage payments as much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will help you remain comfortable when you retire .
You should consider paying major purchases in cash to curb any new credit card debt .
You don ’ t always need to grow your investments and savings to ensure you have enough left .
By reducing debt , you essentially reduce the amount spent on interest payments when you retire .
5 .
Get in Touch with a Financial Advisor There are many financial advisors that can help you consider the right factors and make the right decisions .
You can consider online @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life and can ’ t take out time for a physical appointment .
Financial professionals can help you save and earn more .
Their and advice can easily make up for the amount you pay them .
However , you need to make sure that you choose a reliable and experienced professional .
Ask your friends and family for strong references .

46% of Americans believe they won’t have enough money for retirement according to a Gallup survey. Every 1 in 5 Americans older than 65 is still working – through the Wuhan virus pandemic hurt many people. This is because they cannot afford retirement. However, there are steps you can take to prevent this from becoming your reality. These are 5 things you should do right now to make your retirement easier and pleasanter.
1. Prepare Your Finance
You need to come up with a retirement plan for which you need to start preparing your finances. You should know your exact spending habits and the kind of money you are expecting to make. This is one of the most important steps of getting ready for retirement.
Make sure you are not conservative in calculating the amount of money you will require after you retire. It’s better to err on the higher side. Tally up various income streams, like pension and Social Security to know the amount you will generate.
2. Use Retirement Accounts
When you are getting ready for retirement , you need to take full advantage of catch-up contributions and retirement accounts. Increase your annual contributions to the maximum limit allowed (wherever possible) in your IRAs, 401(k), and other plans. You should aim to qualify for the maximum matching contribution in 401(k) offered by your employer.
You may be able to set aside a higher amount if you are 50 or older. Account consolidation may simplify investment management as you near retirement and offer a clearer picture.
3. Get Ready for Retirement by Investing for Growth
It is easy to shy away from investing in stocks, especially with the current risk scenario. However, stock growth may prove to be an integral aspect of your portfolio. You should seriously consider maintaining mutual funds, bonds, stocks, and other assets as per your risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and investment time horizon.
Well-balanced portfolio can go a long way in helping you weather market downturns. It can also help you generate enough income to cover your expenses post-retirement for at least three decades.
4. Pay off Your Debt
This is one tip you should consider right now. Try downsizing your mortgage payments as much as possible. A little sacrifice today will help you remain comfortable when you retire. You should consider paying major purchases in cash to curb any new credit card debt.
You don’t always need to grow your investments and savings to ensure you have enough left. By reducing debt, you essentially reduce the amount spent on interest payments when you retire.
5. Get in Touch with a Financial Advisor
There are many financial advisors that can help you consider the right factors and make the right decisions. You can consider online financial advisors if you lead a busy life and can’t take out time for a physical appointment.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--5 Positive Aspects of the Casino Temporary Smoking Ban

Casinos have long been the final bastion for public smokers , but it looks like the new temporary smoking ban might change that .
In response to COVID-19 , many casinos have instituted temporary bans on smoking , and we think that ’ s best for everyone .
Smoking is a dangerous habit , and the belief that second-hand smoke doesn ’ t affect non-smokers is completely untrue .
Second-hand smoke is linked to thousands of deaths annually and millions of dollars in public health costs .
It is a real threat to our communities .
Let ’ s look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ casinos and see what positive aspects it has to offer .
The decision was made in an effort to thwart the spread of COVID-19 and not expose non-smokers to the dangers of second-hand smoke .
Since COVID-19 causes respiratory problems , smoking can increase the likelihood that such complications develop in the victim .
Let ’ s address this issue of second-hand smoke head-on and crush some unfounded beliefs that it ’ s harmless .
According to , , , Cancer.org , and several studies published in the , second-hand smoke is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the same ailments that affect first-hand smokers .
Second-hand smoke has been linked to heart disease , lung cancer and disease , hypertension , and more , and every single year we lose thousands of people to second-hand smoke complications .
There ’ s a reason smoking has been largely banned in public places across the country , and it ’ s not simply because it smells bad .
Casinos may have banned smoking in response to COVID-19 , but we can hope that the ban will remain in place .
Smoking indoors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
With alternative products like tobaccoless chew ( like on ) , vape pens , , and herbal cigarettes , there ’ s no reason to continue smoking .
The COVID-19 virus is a Coronavirus , so named for its crown shape ( the prefix “ Corona ” means crown ) .
This virus can cause respiratory disease and complications , and usually affects people with compromised immune symptoms or pre-existing respiratory illness the most .
That being said , a completely healthy individual could still develop complications from the virus .
Smokers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and respiratory systems are compromised from smoking .
The chemicals in cigarettes coat the lungs , red blood cells , and blood vessels .
This makes it difficult to deliver fresh , clean oxygen to organs and tissues and causes the heart to work that much harder to perform everyday tasks .
Not to mention , you ’ re essentially putting your body in a constant state of defense when you breathe in toxic chemicals , making it difficult to fight off even the most minor infections .
Smoking has a way of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and generally compromising the air quality inside a building or a general area .
A cleaner environment is definitely a positive aspect of the temporary casino ban .
After all , who wants to be inside an establishment that has a lingering smell of stale cigarettes ?
Even if smokers are designated to an outdoor area , cigarette butts are still the world ’ s most littered item , accounting for millions of tons of litter annually .
That ’ s a disturbing fact , and cigarette butts on the ground are certainly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ however , they ’ re a danger to waterways and ecosystems .
Those thousands of chemicals inside the cigarette still seep into the ground , waterways , and affect flora and fauna .
Such neglect comes at the detriment of other species and the only planet we have to call home .
Casinos will likely find that they attract more business with a smoking ban .
It ’ s one thing to keep individual liberties in mind , but when you show any interest in public health and safety , you ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Since second-hand smoking is a public health hazard , casinos could very well be putting their own customers at risk by allowing smoking .
A clean , smoke-free environment simply makes for a better casino experience .
You can enjoy your Blackjack , Craps , or other games without the incessant smell of cigarettes , the mess of cigarette litter , and the risk of developing health complications .
When it comes to the dangers of smoking , you can never have too much awareness .
Knowledge is what will help curb the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ casinos helps to shed light on a worldwide problem we ’ ve neglected for too long .
Millions of people still smoke , despite widespread knowledge of its ill effects .
Maybe COVID-19 is the catalyst we need to curb the smoking problem in the US ; it ’ s already helped about a million people quit in the UK .
Casinos have more power than they might realize to make positive change , and we can only hope that this pandemic helps us make widespread changes as a society for the betterment @ @ @ @

Casinos have long been the final bastion for public smokers, but it looks like the new temporary smoking ban might change that. In response to COVID-19, many casinos have instituted temporary bans on smoking, and we think that’s best for everyone. Smoking is a dangerous habit, and the belief that second-hand smoke doesn’t affect non-smokers is completely untrue. Second-hand smoke is linked to thousands of deaths annually and millions of dollars in public health costs. It is a real threat to our communities.
Let’s look closer at this temporary smoking ban in casinos and see what positive aspects it has to offer. The decision was made in an effort to thwart the spread of COVID-19 and not expose non-smokers to the dangers of second-hand smoke. Since COVID-19 causes respiratory problems, smoking can increase the likelihood that such complications develop in the victim.
1. Less Exposure To Second-Hand Smoke
Let’s address this issue of second-hand smoke head-on and crush some unfounded beliefs that it’s harmless. According to Cleveland Clinic , The CDC , Lung.org , Cancer.org, and several studies published in the National Library of Medicine , second-hand smoke is a deadly toxin that can cause many of the same ailments that affect first-hand smokers.
Second-hand smoke has been linked to heart disease, lung cancer and disease, hypertension, and more, and every single year we lose thousands of people to second-hand smoke complications. There’s a reason smoking has been largely banned in public places across the country, and it’s not simply because it smells bad.
Casinos may have banned smoking in response to COVID-19, but we can hope that the ban will remain in place. Smoking indoors only amplifies the effects of second-hand smoke! With alternative products like tobaccoless chew (like on https://blackbuffalo.com/ ), vape pens, CBD , and herbal cigarettes, there’s no reason to continue smoking.
2. Smoking and COVID-19
The COVID-19 virus is a Coronavirus, so named for its crown shape (the prefix “Corona” means crown). This virus can cause respiratory disease and complications, and usually affects people with compromised immune symptoms or pre-existing respiratory illness the most. That being said, a completely healthy individual could still develop complications from the virus.
Smokers get double the risk, considering their immune systems and respiratory systems are compromised from smoking. The chemicals in cigarettes coat the lungs, red blood cells, and blood vessels. This makes it difficult to deliver fresh, clean oxygen to organs and tissues and causes the heart to work that much harder to perform everyday tasks. Not to mention, you’re essentially putting your body in a constant state of defense when you breathe in toxic chemicals, making it difficult to fight off even the most minor infections.
3. A Cleaner Environment
Smoking has a way of damaging surfaces, sticking to upholstery, and generally compromising the air quality inside a building or a general area. A cleaner environment is definitely a positive aspect of the temporary casino ban. After all, who wants to be inside an establishment that has a lingering smell of stale cigarettes?
Even if smokers are designated to an outdoor area, cigarette butts are still the world’s most littered item, accounting for millions of tons of litter annually. That’s a disturbing fact, and cigarette butts on the ground are certainly an eyesore.
More than that, however, they’re a danger to waterways and ecosystems. Those thousands of chemicals inside the cigarette still seep into the ground, waterways, and affect flora and fauna. Such neglect comes at the detriment of other species and the only planet we have to call home.
4. More Business
Casinos will likely find that they attract more business with a smoking ban. It’s one thing to keep individual liberties in mind, but when you show any interest in public health and safety, you’re probably going to attract more customers. Since second-hand smoking is a public health hazard, casinos could very well be putting their own customers at risk by allowing smoking.
A clean, smoke-free environment simply makes for a better casino experience. You can enjoy your Blackjack, Craps, or other games without the incessant smell of cigarettes, the mess of cigarette litter, and the risk of developing health complications.
5. More Awareness
When it comes to the dangers of smoking, you can never have too much awareness. Knowledge is what will help curb the smoking problem, and banning smoking in casinos helps to shed light on a worldwide problem we’ve neglected for too long. Millions of people still smoke, despite widespread knowledge of its ill effects. Maybe COVID-19 is the catalyst we need to curb the smoking problem in the US; it’s already helped about a million people quit in the UK .
Casinos have more power than they might realize to make positive change, and we can only hope that this pandemic helps us make widespread changes as a society for the betterment of our civilization.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-25--COVID-19 Forces a Rise in Demand for Cold Storage Hire

When you think of cold storage rooms and freezer trailers most people automatically think of food .
Restaurants and businesses alike rely on these units to protect not only the food that they serve , but essentially , their livelihood .
Without these things , any existing food stock would perish , and they would have to rely on constant supply of fresh food , which is no easy feat for any business .
But restauranteurs aren ’ t the only ones to rely on these refrigeration devices .
Hospitals and other medical centres also rely on these units .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ demand for cold storage devices has gone through the roof .
Thankfully , there are still some reliable manufacturers out there doing all they can to meet this rise in demand , helping to keep the country as healthy as can be .
One of which is Ice Cool Trailers .
At Ice Cool Trailers they have a range of refrigeration trailers and cold rooms available that are ideal to be used for a variety of purposes .
What are the units used for in the medical industry ?
Since the start of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cold storage units have been utilized to carry out various tasks .
While some simply store important medical supplies such as vaccines and medicines , others more lager units are used as actual testing kit refrigeration sites .
Without these cold units in which to store tests , we would not have been able to complete anywhere near the level of testing that has been done .
What different types of units are available to hire ?
There are a number of different cold rooms and trailers available to hire that are fit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Here are two of the main ones : Refrigeration and freezer cold rooms are pretty versatile and despite their size , can be installed almost anywhere , provided you have room and the necessary skills .
They can be set up to run from either the mains of a generator and can be used both inside and outside .
Most will have plenty of usable shelving , be equipped with suitable lighting and be lockable .
The other benefit you have with these units is that often they can be dismantled to fit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then just needs to be assembled the other side .
If you ’ re in need of something a little less permanent , perhaps you need to transport goods from one site to another , you may want to consider hiring a fridge or freezer trailer instead .
These usually come available in a variety of sizes and hook up straight to any suitable vehicle .
Most will come equipped with adjustable shelving and full lighting and provide you with more than enough room to stand straight .
The Benefits of Hiring Vs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t for everyone .
Some people would much rather pay out one lump sum to begin with and then have the peace of mind in knowing they don ’ t ever need to make another payment unless something goes wrong .
However , not everyone has the luxury of being able to pay a large chunk all at once , in which case hiring is a necessity .
There are many benefits to be seen from hiring including the following : • No big outlay .
While you still have the hire costs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outlay to worry about .
• Repairs are taken care of .
Unlike when you own your own trailer , when something goes amiss with a hired trailer you simply get the company you ’ re hiring from to repair it – free of charge .
One less expense to worry about there too .
• Peace of mind .
The other thing that ’ s nice about hiring is that it gives you peace of mind that you ’ re using safe and up-to-date equipment that ’ s fully compliant with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , meaning you are insured .
Everyone ’ s a winner .
• Fast availability .
Emergencies arise and sometimes you need to act fast .
If your existing cold store unit goes down or an emergency situation like the current pandemic should arise , it ’ s much easier to get your hands on a hired trailer .
There ’ s less cash to find and you can be sure that it will be in good working order .
• Efficient use .
Hiring a sold room or trailer for a specified @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re only ever pay for the time you need .
If for instance you pay thousands for a brand new trailer and only use it once a year , it ’ s going to take quite some time to get a return on your investment .
But if using it daily , 365 days a year , your savings will soon add up .

When you think of cold storage rooms and freezer trailers most people automatically think of food. Restaurants and businesses alike rely on these units to protect not only the food that they serve, but essentially, their livelihood. Without these things, any existing food stock would perish, and they would have to rely on constant supply of fresh food, which is no easy feat for any business.
But restauranteurs aren’t the only ones to rely on these refrigeration devices. Hospitals and other medical centres also rely on these units. However, following the COVID-19 breakout, demand for cold storage devices has gone through the roof.
Thankfully, there are still some reliable manufacturers out there doing all they can to meet this rise in demand, helping to keep the country as healthy as can be. One of which is Ice Cool Trailers. At Ice Cool Trailers they have a range of refrigeration trailers and cold rooms available that are ideal to be used for a variety of purposes.
What are the units used for in the medical industry?
Since the start of the COVID-19 saga, all kinds of cold storage units have been utilized to carry out various tasks. While some simply store important medical supplies such as vaccines and medicines, others more lager units are used as actual testing kit refrigeration sites. Without these cold units in which to store tests, we would not have been able to complete anywhere near the level of testing that has been done.
What different types of units are available to hire?
There are a number of different cold rooms and trailers available to hire that are fit for a wide range of purposes. Here are two of the main ones:
Cold rooms
Refrigeration and freezer cold rooms are pretty versatile and despite their size, can be installed almost anywhere, provided you have room and the necessary skills. They can be set up to run from either the mains of a generator and can be used both inside and outside. Most will have plenty of usable shelving, be equipped with suitable lighting and be lockable. The other benefit you have with these units is that often they can be dismantled to fit through any normal sized door. It then just needs to be assembled the other side.
Trailers
If you’re in need of something a little less permanent, perhaps you need to transport goods from one site to another, you may want to consider hiring a fridge or freezer trailer instead. These usually come available in a variety of sizes and hook up straight to any suitable vehicle. Most will come equipped with adjustable shelving and full lighting and provide you with more than enough room to stand straight.
The Benefits of Hiring Vs The Benefits of Owning
Hiring isn’t for everyone. Some people would much rather pay out one lump sum to begin with and then have the peace of mind in knowing they don’t ever need to make another payment unless something goes wrong. However, not everyone has the luxury of being able to pay a large chunk all at once, in which case hiring is a necessity.
There are many benefits to be seen from hiring including the following:


consciouslifenews--2020-09-26--‘Trash Tsunami’ Washes Up On Honduran Beaches

A “ trash tsunami ” has washed ashore on the beaches of Honduras , endangering both wildlife and the local economy .
The trash is mostly plastic waste , Voice of America reported Tuesday , and it is polluting the typically pristine tropical beaches of Omoa in the country ’ s north .
Honduran officials said Saturday that the refuse was coming from the mouth of the Motagua River in neighboring Guatemala .
It poses a problem for the local economy because it depends on the tourism the beaches attract .
“ This wave of trash which came from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even though it caused problems , it has not stopped our activities , ” Honduran environment official Lilian Rivera said , as Yahoo News reported .
“ We are committed to cleaning our beaches and keeping them clean , but today we are demanding that authorities in Tegucigalpa take strong actions , actions to find a permanent solution to this problem.
” Tegucigalpa is the capital of Honduras .
The Honduran government , meanwhile , has demanded action from Guatemala to stem the tide of plastic , according to Voice of America .


consciouslifenews--2020-09-26--Morning Inspiration: Go After Your Goals. Never Doubt Yourself! (Motivational Video)

Always consistently believe that you can achieve what you set out to do .
Never doubt yourself and keep becoming that specific outcome you hope for .
“ When you 're asleep ladies , and gentlemen you need your dreams , I 'm here to tell you that when you 're wide awake you also need your dreams .
You must have your goals .
You 'll never make it as a wandering generality .
You must become a meaningful specific.
” Zig Ziglar “ You know what you 're supposed to do .
Deep down inside I think everybody @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do n't go after it .
Most people start out and say I wan na be a this but I wan na have that to make sure I have something to fall back on .
And what you 're doing is you 're setting yourself up for failure because you know there 's a possibility imma fall back and when you put that out there then you fall back.
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Source: Mulligan Brothers MOTIVATION
Always consistently believe that you can achieve what you set out to do. Never doubt yourself and keep becoming that specific outcome you hope for.
“When you're asleep ladies, and gentlemen you need your dreams, I'm here to tell you that when you're wide awake you also need your dreams. You must have your goals. You'll never make it as a wandering generality. You must become a meaningful specific.” Zig Ziglar
“You know what you're supposed to do. Deep down inside I think everybody does, a lot of people just don't go after it. Most people start out and say I wanna be a this but I wanna have that to make sure I have something to fall back on. And what you're doing is you're setting yourself up for failure because you know there's a possibility imma fall back and when you put that out there then you fall back.”
Watch and be motivated today!!


consciouslifenews--2020-09-26--Major Health Concerns In Many Homes & Workplaces

If you are concerned to look after your health , there are two places in particular which you need to be paying close attention to .
The fact is that most injuries and health problems occur in either the office or the home , so as long as you are looking after yourself in those places you are going to be in a much better position with regard to your wellbeing overall .
In this article , we are going to take a look at some of the major health concerns that you need to pay attention to , so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looking after yourself and those around you .
Something that can come from anywhere , and which is known to be very bad for your health , is stress .
If you leave stress alone unchecked to get worse and worse , you are going to find that it really does massively affect your health , and in such a subtle way that you might not notice it slowly happening .
However , there is no doubt that stress is a killer in large enough quantities , and at the very least it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
So if you want to look after yourself , make sure that you are keeping your stress low .
That ’ s important to think about in the office , of course , but also in the home .
Make both places as peaceful as you possibly can .
There are sometimes situational issues that can lead to poor health , and you need to be aware of these so that you can deal with them as soon as possible .
For instance , something that you might find in both the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which can arise as a result of having too much moisture in the building .
If it is black mold , it can actually be extremely bad for your health , so you need to make sure you are doing something about that as soon as possible .
Likewise , if your home or workplace turns out to have asbestos , that can lead to severe illness , and you might need to get connected with top mesothelioma attorneys if your employer has been negligent in getting the asbestos removed .
Again , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can run into if you are not careful , and it could happen in both the home and the workplace in equal measures .
However , in the workplace it is especially a problem , and it ’ s the kind of thing that you might find you need to look out for specifically to avoid it .
In general , it means not running around and generally just being careful with how you move , and as long as you have done that you might find that you are going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
As long as you are watching out for these , you should be able to keep your health as safe as possible at all times at work and in the home .

If you are concerned to look after your health, there are two places in particular which you need to be paying close attention to. The fact is that most injuries and health problems occur in either the office or the home, so as long as you are looking after yourself in those places you are going to be in a much better position with regard to your wellbeing overall. In this article, we are going to take a look at some of the major health concerns that you need to pay attention to, so that you can ensure you are really looking after yourself and those around you.
Stress
Something that can come from anywhere, and which is known to be very bad for your health, is stress. If you leave stress alone unchecked to get worse and worse, you are going to find that it really does massively affect your health, and in such a subtle way that you might not notice it slowly happening. However, there is no doubt that stress is a killer in large enough quantities, and at the very least it does make your body run less efficiently. So if you want to look after yourself, make sure that you are keeping your stress low. That’s important to think about in the office, of course, but also in the home. Make both places as peaceful as you possibly can.
Mold, Asbestos & Other Problems
There are sometimes situational issues that can lead to poor health, and you need to be aware of these so that you can deal with them as soon as possible. For instance, something that you might find in both the home and the workplace is mold, which can arise as a result of having too much moisture in the building. If it is black mold, it can actually be extremely bad for your health, so you need to make sure you are doing something about that as soon as possible. Likewise, if your home or workplace turns out to have asbestos, that can lead to severe illness, and you might need to get connected with top mesothelioma attorneys if your employer has been negligent in getting the asbestos removed.
Slips, Trips & Falls
Again, this is something that you might find you can run into if you are not careful, and it could happen in both the home and the workplace in equal measures. However, in the workplace it is especially a problem, and it’s the kind of thing that you might find you need to look out for specifically to avoid it. In general, it means not running around and generally just being careful with how you move, and as long as you have done that you might find that you are going to be in a much better position overall.
As long as you are watching out for these, you should be able to keep your health as safe as possible at all times at work and in the home.