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When hes not working with patients at CHOP or training clients with Get In Lon Fitness, Perry stays energized with smoothies and black bean burgers from local spots, plus meditating and burning sage once a week.

Lonnie Perry demonstrates an outdoor workout. | Photo courtesy of Lonnie Perry

Welcome toSweat Diaries, Be Well Phillys look at the time, energy and money people invest in pursuit of a healthy lifestyle in Philly. For each Sweat Diary, we ask one Philadelphian to spend a week tracking everything he or she eats, all the exercise he or she gets, and the money he or she spends on both.

Who I am: Lonnie Perry (@_getinlon),33

Where I live: Southwest Philadelphia

What I do: Im a certified personal trainer and health enthusiast, and the owner of Get In Lon Fitness. Im a patient services representative at Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia. Im also currently studying for my Pennsylvania real estate license.

What role healthy living plays in my life: Living healthfully plays a major role in my life. For me its a daily form of self-care and therapy. During this pandemic I realized that living a healthy lifestyle goes way beyond exercise or eating properly. Its about the quality time spent with my family and friends. This is something we as humans take for granted at times. I prioritize my days that way. Healthy living has also played a huge role for my mental health. It has allowed me to take on life-changing events without becoming overwhelmingly stressed. For me, living a healthy lifestyle is about finding balance.

Health memberships: Title Boxing Club, $80, and Planet Fitness, $20

Perry is always on-the-go, working out indoors and hosting outdoor boot camps in the region.| Photo courtesy of Lonnie Perry

5:25 a.m. Its the last day of my time off from work. The alarm goes off and I snooze it immediately to get a few more minutes of shut eye.

5:34 a.m. I take pre-workout in a drink before I host my HIIT (high intensity interval training) class at Clark Park.

6 a.m. Its go time! Class is underway. My Tuesday morning class is mainly body weight exercises focusing on all muscle groups. Today was a small group of three very dedicated individuals. The format of the workout was 20 seconds on and 10 seconds off.

7 a.m. I travel to St. Francis de Sales Church to count my blessings for another opportunity at this thing called life. The weekday services are fairly short compared to the weekend services.

8 a.m. For some reason Im having a sweet tooth this morning. I drove down the street to get some coffee and donuts from a donut shop called Dotties Donuts. Dont worry they are vegan!

11 a.m. I finally finished the last chapter of a book Ive been reading on real estate investing. It took longer than expected to finish the book, due to the peak season of personal training. However, this book is a good read. It provided more insight for me on how I want my portfolio to look once I get started with real estate.

1:30 p.m. I decided to have a nutritious lunch, and I ordered a a smoothie from Sweet Treat Hut, a Black-owned juice bar and health store in West Philadelphia. I got a Miami Vice, which consisted of pineapples, coconut, strawberries, lemon, and almond milk.

4 p.m. I arrive to train my client. This is her first time in the gym in over five months. Our session today is more of a tutorial to get her mind and body acclimated to working out again.

5:30 p.m. My second class of the day. On Tuesday evenings I teach class at a gym in Bala Cynwyd called AFC Fitness. I usually dont work out with this group, but today I decided to join. It was by far the best decision I made all day. I felt amazing afterwards.

6:45 p.m. I have my last client of the day. This young lady is more consistent when it comes to exercising. Shes been working out with me on and off for a few months now, and wants to increase her stamina.

8:40 p.m. Home sweet home! I shower and get myself together for the long day ahead of me tomorrow.

Daily Total: $19.75

Perry takes a quick photo after a tough workout. | Photo courtesy of Lonnie Perry

5:30 a.m. Rise and grind! Today is the first day back to work after being off for a week. Im an early bird so I try to make the most of my day before work starts at 8:30 a.m.

6:30 a.m. I have my first client of the day. This gentleman has been working out with me for about a week. I already see improvement in his posture and form. When Im starting out with a new client there are a few basics that I pay close attention. Posture and form are crucial!

8:30 a.m. I clock in at work. My weekdays are kind of repetitive, minus a few hiccups. Sometimes coming back to work after having time off Im a bit sluggish. However, my vibe is very energetic today.

10 a.m. I begin the first chapter of a book titled Relationship Goals. Ive heard so many great things about this book. I hope it lives up to all the hype.

This week Perry is reading the book Relationship Goals by Michael Todd. | Photo courtesy of Lonnie Perry

12 p.m. On Wednesdays, my coworkers and I order lunch from Copabanana in University City. They have half-off burgers on Wednesdays. My go-to is the black bean burger with garlic spinach and provolone cheese with a side order of Spanish fries.

2:30 p.m. After having such a hefty meal, I went for a brisk walk around the block. The temperature was in the low 30s so you can imagine how fast I was walking. Im not a fan of cold weather.

3:45 p.m. I walked to our cafe to get some hot water for my green tea. I find that green tea helps regulate my digestion after big meals.

5:30 p.m. I have my second client of the day.

7 p.m. As I drove past Subway, I thought about the last time I had a sub from there and how I really enjoyed it. I made a U-turn to order a foot-long tuna sub with Sun Chips.

8:30 p.m. I meditate and burn sage to cleanse my space. This is a once a week thing for me.

9 p.m. I catch the second half of the Sixers game. Sports before bed is a must for me.

Daily Total: $18.15

Perry keeps track of his workouts to make sure hes meeting his goals. | Photo courtesy of Lonnie Perry

5:25 a.m. My alarm goes off. Surprisingly, I didnt hit the snooze button this morning. I think the meditation from last night gave me some positive energy.

6 a.m. Time for our Tone Up Thursday Boot Camp. On Thursdays we utilize light weights and/or resistance bands. We focus more so on toning the muscles and put less emphasis on cardio. There were a total of eight women that attended class this morning.

7:15 a.m. I train my first client of the day. As she begins her warm-up, I write up a workout that corresponds with her fitness level. I give all of my clients homework to help them along their journey. The goal is that each session should be better than the previous one.

8:20 a.m. I have my smoothie that I prepared last night. Lately, Ive been trying to be more conservative when it comes to spending money on food. I feel like thats where 80 percent of my money goes during the week.

8:30 a.m. I arrive at work. My first task of the day is scanning and faxing the providers paperwork from the previous day. This is a fairly easy task. but can be tedious if I allow the paperwork to pile up.

11:30 a.m. I grab lunch from another Black-owned restaurant in North Philadelphia, Ummi Dees Burger Bistro. I will literally travel from anywhere in the city to eat at this spot. The quality of their food and customer service is top notch! I order a large salmon cheesesteak with a side order of sweet potato fries. So good!

1 p.m. My eyes are starting to get heavy. I step away from my desk to chat with some coworkers upstairs.

4:45 p.m. I clock out of work 15 minutes early to help reduce the travel time to my eye exam. Center City is horrible when it comes to finding parking so I traveled on SEPTA. I started to have some nostalgia as I thought about all the times I traveled on SEPTA during my high school years.

7 p.m. I have my last client of the day. By this point Im drained physically and mentally. However, I have to make sure my client gets the best service.

9 p.m. I start getting myself ready for the work day tomorrow as I briefly watch the Warriors versus Clippers game.

Daily Total: $21.10

Perry wears a Get In Lon Fitness hoodie. | Photo courtesy of Lonnie Perry

6 a.m. For some reason my bed felt more comfortable than usual this morning. So comfortable that I turned off my alarm and slept for another hour! The life of a personal trainer can be taxing at times.

7 a.m. I scroll up and down my timeline on Instagram for about 20 minutes. Its mind-blowing how much time I spend on social media within a day. Some days I delete the entire app off my phone just to channel my time and energy to something more productive.

8 a.m. As I get myself ready for work, I remember today is casual Friday. I take off my uniform to put on something a bit more comfortable.

8:30 a.m. I arrive at work. Two things are happening: its Friday and its payday, so the energy is at an all time high at work this morning! Also, the schedule for today looks light so it should be an easy day.

9 a.m. My coworkers tempt me to purchase breakfast, but I decide to hold off until lunch.

11:30 a.m. I send a few workout routines to my clients. During this time I create a variety of workout routines based on the fitness level of each individual Im training.

1 p.m. I took a late lunch today. I ate two black bean burgers that I purchased from BJs a few weeks ago. As you can see, black bean burgers are one of my favorite things to eat.

3:15 p.m. I wash down my lunch with Fiji water that I purchased from Acme. Lately, Ive been trying to drink at least one gallon of water a day to stay hydrated.

5:30 p.m. I clock out of work. Let the weekend festivities begin.

Daily Total: $3

8:30 a.m. The weekend is normally the only time that I dont have to be up at the crack of dawn. I cherish any moment that I get to sleep in. Sleep is so underrated. During this time I write up workout plan for my bootcamp class that I host every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. outside of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

10 a.m. The air is very crisp and the sun is shinning bright. The excitement of exercise fills the Art Museum steps. As members of the boot camp begin to arrive, I break down the dynamics of the workout before we get started.

11:30 a.m. My girlfriend and I make a pit stop at Dunkin Donuts for iced coffee. She is usually a Starbucks fanatic but this will suffice for now, as we have dinner reservations later this evening.

3:30 p.m. I travel to the King of Prussia mall where I purchase an outfit. I try to be very strategic when coming to this mall. There are so many options! I get what I need and I leave. This is my first time spending money on clothes in a very long time. I was overdue for some retail therapy.

4 p.m. Before leaving the mall I fulfill my guilty pleasure by getting ice cream from Cold Stone Creamery. Its almost automatic that I come here any time Im at this mall.

6:45 p.m. Bon apptit! Dinner at Eddie Vs to celebrate my birthday. I ordered an eight ounce filet mignon with King Crab. Lets just say I didnt have to come out of pocket for this delicious meal!

Daily Total: $375.00 (The majority was spent on clothes!)

Money Spent: $437 (too much!)

Classes Taught: 4

Workouts Completed: 4

A previous version of this article mentioned a personal training session at Planet Fitness. However, they do not permit training from non-employees.

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A Week in the Life of Fitness Trainer and CHOP Health-Care Worker Lonnie Perry - Philadelphia magazine

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By Claire Prudhomme

Diet culture is thought of as the status quo of health within the United States and it is hard to see its toxicity until it is pointed out. Some examples of toxic diet culture is societys encouragement of restrictive eating, extreme weight loss and unrealistic body standards. Diet culture leads the consumer to believe that extreme calorie deficits and the use of weight loss pills and shakes are maintainable. Not only are they not sustainable, they also cause a negative way of thinking that can be detrimental to mental health.

The diet culture industry is consistently profiting off of your insecurities. To lose weight, your body has to exert a certain amount of calories more than what you normally take in via food on a daily basis. This obviously varies from person to person but selling this image of a slim girl and what it takes to lose weight is obviously wrong. A diet is only temporary in maintaining a level of health due to the way diets cause so much temporary restriction.

In 2020, the United States diet and weight loss industry was worth $71 billion. The diet industry is not limited to skinny teas, detox pills and colon cleansing. It also has so much to do with food distribution within the United States. Even the mundane items like diet soft drinks, artificial sweeteners, diet-company chains, meal replacements, medical programs and more all are active participants in the way we are influenced by the fitness industry. In fact, the way that stores are organized tend to put healthy food at the forefront of the store.

Social media and the internet has only expedited the effectiveness of the toxic diet industry. With things like the Chloe Ting Workout Challenge and the widespread information about various diets like Keto, people are often left to the persuasiveness of toxic diet culture. The message they receive is what they are doing to be healthy is simply not enough.

Healthy isnt limited to just one look. For so long, an industry has pushed an idea that a person has to be skinny and toned to be healthy. This is not true. Health isnt a one size fits all kind of scenario, it varies and fluctuates throughout a persons life. Diets simply dont contribute to health living, they provide temporary moments of healthy fixation; they dont change the lifestyle of a person.

You dont have to diet to live healthier or even to lose weight. The first step to living a healthy lifestyle is to implement small changes in your day to day life. Instead of eating a cookie every night, maybe try a cup of fruit every now and then. Keep doing this until you feel a habit start to form and studies show that it takes around 66 days on average to form a habit. Try to take the stairs instead of the elevator every once in a while. The key is that you dont do it all at once.

The moment you create a multi-level plan, your brain is destined to be set back. Instead of saying youre going to workout an hour a day, cut out all sweets, wake up early etc., pick one thing to make a habit at a time. If you change habits slowly, you can change your lifestyle permanently.

Also, there is nothing wrong with loving who you are and what you look like now but still want to change to be healthier. Your desire to change should be rooted in a want to feel happier and healthier, not to fit a certain standard. Practicing self-love is more important than fitting into society standards.

Confidence and the way that you look in clothes comes from an acceptance in yourself, not an acceptance by others. The moment that a person accepts themselves for who they are, it is easier to accomplish whatever goals they have.

Your body fuels you, so you better fuel it.

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Dublin, Feb. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Pea Protein Ingredient Market - Global Industry Analysis (2017-2020). Growth Trends and Market Forecast (2021-2025)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The market is expected to show favourable growth during the forecast period, reaching US$ 1,374.3 million in 2020. In the next five years, the market is expected to register a CAGR 8.4%. The global pea protein market is expected to flourish owing to multifunctional properties of pea protein.

This latest market research report on global pea protein market discusses the changes in the global diet. The growing popularity of veganism in the West and awareness of environmental impact of meat consumption are expected to play a critical role in shaping the market. The research report highlights key drivers, restraints and potential threats to the pea protein market globally.

According to analysts, increased preference of convenience food products is likely to be the key driver. Pea protein is gaining wide popularity as it provides a healthy alternative to lactose intolerant consumers, vegetarians and vegans. Heated conversations around healthy lifestyle choices and conscious consumption are boosting the demand for nutrient-rich protein alternative. Pea protein is also being widely consumed as it can be easily absorbed and digested in the body. The market is increasingly substituting meat industry as it provides simple storage options and has lower processing cost.

The dry segment is expected to lead the global market. The pea flour extracted in the form of powder is dry pea protein. The dry pea protein is known to be more sustainable compared to the conventional protein sources therefore, providing enhanced functionality by increasing its range of applications.

Europe is expected to dominate the global market during the forecast period. This dominance will be due to large scale consumption and production of plant based products. Furthermore, shift of consumer preference towards veganism will also drive the regional market. The growth of this regional market will also be attributable to the awareness about benefits of pea protein. This has also led manufacturers in this region to comply with the EU standards regarding non-GMO products. These factors are likely to boost the demand for market in this region.

The key players are investing in research and development activities to expand and improvise their product portfolio. This will create dominance and increase competition in the market. They are actively investing in research and development activities along with focusing on mergers and acquisitions to stay ahead in the competition.

Key Highlights

The key players operating in the global pea protein market are

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary1.1. Global Pea Protein Ingredient Market Snapshot1.2. Future Projections1.3. Key Market Trends1.4. Analyst Recommendations

2. Market Overview2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations2.2. Market Dynamics2.2.1. Drivers2.2.2. Restraints2.2.3. Market Opportunities2.3. Value Chain Analysis2.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis2.5. Covid-19 Impact Analysis2.6. Economic Overview2.7. Key Developments2.8. Key Regulations2.9. Key Patents

3. Global Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, 2017-20253.1. Global Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, by Nature, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2017-20253.1.1. Key Highlights3.1.1.1. Organic3.1.1.2. Conventional3.1.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis3.2. Global Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, by Format, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2017-20253.2.1. Key Highlights3.2.1.1. Isolate3.2.1.2. Concentrate3.2.1.3. Hydrolysate3.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis3.3. Global Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, by Application, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2017-20253.3.1. Key Highlights3.3.1.1. Food & Beverages3.3.1.1.1. Cereals & Snacks3.3.1.1.2. Meat Substitute3.3.1.1.3. Bakery & Confectionery3.3.1.1.4. Performance Nutrition3.3.1.1.5. Beverage & Desserts3.3.1.2. Animal & Pet Food3.3.1.3. Pharmaceutical & Dietary Supplements3.3.1.4. Cosmetics3.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis3.4. Global Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, by Region, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2017-20253.4.1. Key Highlights3.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

4. North America Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, 2017-2025

5. Europe Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, 2017-2025

6. Asia Pacific Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, 2017-2025

7. Latin America Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, 2017-2025

8. Middle East & Africa Pea Protein Ingredient Market Outlook, 2017-2025

9. Competitive Landscape9.1. Company Market Share Analysis, 20199.2. Product Heatmap9.3. Company Profiles9.3.1. Company Overview9.3.2. Regional Presence & Revenue9.3.3. Business Segment Revenue9.3.4. Product Portfolio

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A study co-authored by Clarkson University Associate Professor of Physical Therapy and Biology Ali Boolani suggests that grit -- one's personality associated with perseverance and passion for a long-term goal -- determines lifestyle behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The research appears in the January 2021 issue of the peer-reviewed academic journal Personality and Individual Differences.

The study for the researchers' scientific paper, "Influence of grit on lifestyle factors during the COVID-19 pandemic in a sample of adults in the United States," examined the relationship between grit and lifestyle behaviors during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic and initial lockdowns in the United States.

Those with higher grit (more conscientious and more determined to persevere) were more physically active, reported less sedentary time, and practiced better dietary habits.

"Interestingly, grittier individuals are also more likely to want to lead a healthier lifestyle even though they are already leading a pretty darn healthy lifestyle," says Boolani. "So long story short, gritty people led a healthier lifestyle during the pandemic and had a desire to do even better."

Boolani adds that grit is not only a good trait to have to survive the pandemic in a healthy way, but it can also lead to better health during other stressful or negative events, or even in non-pandemic times.

"We should focus on increasing grit in individuals as a way to make them want to lead healthier lifestyles," he says. "There is some great work by Angela Duckworth on grit and how we can increase it.

"Anyone who wants to lead a healthier lifestyle shouldn't just focus on physical activity and a healthy diet, but also focus on increasing their grit. Our research shows that grittier individuals not only led a healthier lifestyle during the pandemic, but they also wanted to continue to improve."

The co-authors of the paper were Julia O. Totosy de Zepetnek of the Faculty of Kinesiology & Health Studies at University of Regina; and Joel Martin, Nelson Cortes and Shane V. Caswell of the Sports Medicine Assessment Research & Testing (SMART) Laboratory at George Mason University.

Read the full study at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0191886921000805

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Living a long and healthy life is highly influenced by environmental factors, such as diet and lifestyle. A recentstudyconfirmed the impact of five lifestyle habits, such as smoking, physical activity, alcohol intake, body weight, and diet, on both total life expectancy and chronic diseases.

But how to maintain a healthy lifestyle?

To determine the best places to lead a healthy and happy lifestyle,Lenstorehas analysed 44 global cities across 10 metrics ranging from sunshine hours to the average cost of a gym membership.

Once again, Amsterdam ranks at the top of the best cities to live a healthy and happy life

Here, the top 11 healthiest cities: rating by City / Average life expectancy / Happiness level

1 Amsterdam / 81.2 / 7.44

Amsterdam ranks as the number one location for leading a healthy lifestyle across all 44 cities. Known as one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world, its perhaps no surprise the Dutch capital comes out on top. With over 400 outdoor activities to keep you fit and healthy, and ranking as the 5th happiest country in the world, as well as the 6th best country in Europe for obesity levels at just 20.4% (nearly 10% less compared to London at 27.8%), living in this picturesque city is the top destination for leading a healthy lifestyle.

2 Sydney / 82.1 / 7.22

Sydney experiences 2,636 hours of sunshine hours per year, attracting tourists to the famous Bondi beach, but also giving you more than enough time to take advantage of the 406 outdoor activities. This outweighs the relatively high monthly gym membership cost of 42 and with a life expectancy of 82 years, perhaps outdoor fitness is the way to go.

3 Vienna / 81 / 7.29

Well known for its cultural impact, Vienna not only lets you soak up culture from artwork, music and architecture, but it also offers the opportunity to lead a healthy lifestyle. With an average gym membership costing around 26 per month (nearly half the cost than in Sydney), and the fifth lowest levels of obesity in Europe at 20.1%, the Austrian capital is the perfect destination to lead a healthier life.

Viennas pollution level is also one of the lowest of all cities analysed at 17.33 (out of 100), which is over four times lower than the likes of Beijing with a pollution score of 85.43 (out of 100) and three times lower than Barcelona, Paris and London.

4 Stockholm / 81.8/ 7.35

When looking at the metric for the total number of hours worked per year, Stockholm ranks in 4th position at 1,452 hours (30.25 hours per week), offering more opportunity for a better work-life balance. Taking into consideration other metrics such as its low level of pollution (20/100) and general happiness throughout the city (7/10), Stockholm ranks in 4th position overall.

5 Copenhagen / 79.8 / 7.64

Known as one of the happiest cities in the world (ranking second, beaten only by Helsinki in our research), Copenhagen rounds off our top five healthiest places to live in the world.

If youre looking for the ultimate work-life balance, Copenhagen is the destination for you. It has the lowest working hours per year of all cities at 1,380 (28.75 hours per week). And for those that want to breathe in fresh air, the Danish capital ranks as the city with the fifth cleanest air, with a pollution score of 21.24 (out of 100).

However living in Copenhagen doesnt come cheap. It ranks in third position for the highest cost of a bottle of water at 2.19, outweighing both New York (1.32) and London (1.16).

6 Helsinki / 80.4 / 7.80

Ranking as the happiest city, Helsinki has the lowest pollution score of all cities at 13.08/100. It also features in the top 10 when looking at just the lowest number of yearly working hours. With the happiest citizens, clean air and a healthy work-life balance, Helsinkis number six position is well deserved.

7 Fukuoka / 83.2 / 5.87

Located in the northern shore of Japans Kyushu Island, Fukuoka is probably best known for its food, but its ability to lead a healthy lifestyle shouldnt go overlooked. With a bottle of water costing just 0.78, its easy to ensure youre drinking the recommended 2 litres a day even on the move. The city also has the highest life expectancy at 83.2 years of all 44 locations.

8 Berlin / 80.6 / 7.07

Another city steeped in culture, Berlins average life expectancy is 80.6 years, which may be supported by its relatively cheap average monthly gym membership at 26.11 third cheapest in Europe. Germanys capital also has lots of opportunity to get out in the fresh air with the fifth highest number of outdoor activities in Europe at 254 and the ninth lowest pollution levels in Europe.

9 Barcelona / 82.2 / 6.40

Whilst Barcelona is one of Europes most visited cities, its also in the top 10 for healthy living. Barcelona takes the top spot for the number of outdoor activities with over 580 which is great when paired with its 2,591 sunshine hours.

10 Vancouver / 81.70 / 7.23

Vancouver is famous for offering every kind of outdoor sport and adventure, pioneering health and fitness. With an average life expectancy of 81.7 years, a relatively low pollution score (24/100) and happy residents (7/10), Vancouver rounds off our top 10 locations for living a healthy lifestyle.

11 Melbourne / 82.10 / 7.22

12 Beijing / 75.40 / 5.12

Beijing offers higher salary compare to living expense. The city contains business districts along with world heritage sites.Life expectancy is at 75.40 and fitness membership cost around 38.62. It is a recommended place to at least live once in a lifetime and experience good culture shock.

13 Bangkok / 74.10 / 5.99

Bangkok is another good place to live at least once. With combination of 2,624 sunshine hour and life expectancy rate at 74.10 years make Thailand reached 13th on the rank.

17 Jakarta / 84.39 / 5.28

High in populations and culture, Jakarta offer good amount of sunshine and outdoor activity. Living cost and relatively comfortable with wide ranges of pricing to choose from.

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Cauliflower has been a magical shapeshifter in the low-carb world, able to manifest itself as many other popular foods including rice, oatmeal, and probably most magical of all: pizza crust. But is cauliflower pizza crust healthy? POPSUGAR asked registered dietitian Rhyan Geiger, RDN, to weigh in.

Cauliflower everything has been on the rise for the last few years, and this is likely because of the health halo that has been surrounding cauliflower products, Geiger explained. "A health halo is a perception that a particular food is healthy even when there is little or no evidence showing it to be true," she said. Cauliflower itself is healthy since it's a low-carb, fiber-rich cruciferous veggie, which has been shown to be preventative against certain types of cancers. But it's often added to products only because of its popularity in being low-carb, not for its health benefits. "I do think it's great that people are wanting to eat more vegetables with this trend," she said.

Companies use the health halo of cauliflower to their advantage, but if you look at the ingredients list on cauliflower-crust pizzas, cauliflower isn't the only ingredient. It is a flour (often refined flour!) crust with cauliflower added, Geiger explained, and often cheese and egg are added as a binder and to make the crust softer, which increases the cholesterol and saturated fat. Processed food any way you look at it is still processed and not the healthiest option.

The calorie amount and healthfulness also depend on the toppings added. If your cauliflower crust is loaded with extra cheese, sausage, pepperoni, buffalo chicken, or ranch dressing, it's still a high-calorie, high-fat pizza. Because of these toppings, there's not much difference in the nutritional composition when compared to regular pizza, because cauliflower-crust pizza isn't low in calories or fat and still contains carbs. So this means eating it often likely won't help you reach your weight-loss goals.

Homemade cauliflower crust or store-bought crust that is mostly cauliflower can be a healthy option, though, Geiger said. If you want to make your own, try this vegan cauliflower-crust recipe made from a whole head of cauliflower, almond meal, and herbs.

All foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle. It just depends on how often and how much a person eats, Geiger said. Eating high-calorie, high-fat pizza (cauliflower or regular) every day wouldn't be recommended, but having pizza every once in a while is fine. To make pizza healthier, try eating fewer slices with half the plate being some type of vegetable, and go for homemade as often as possible. "Add a variety of vegetables to your pizza toppings, and skip out on high-fat processed items like meats and cheese," she also suggested. Adding veggies like mushrooms, red peppers, onions, and tomatoes to your pizza will increase the fiber and make it more filling without adding tons of calories.

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Is Cauliflower-Crust Pizza Healthy? A Dietitian Says Yes and No . . . - POPSUGAR