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Talk to Dr. Brandi Alexander about why she chose family medicine as her speciality and she quickly says she loves being able to care for patients that range from the very young to seniors.

It provides the variety I need to remain stimulated by my everyday work, she said.

UNLV Medicine's Family Medicine Clinic at 1524 Pinto Lane, where Alexander sees patients, handles thousands of patient visits per year, including expectant mothers, children, adults and the elderly. Also under its health care umbrella is the UNLV Medicine Sports Medicine Clinic, whose doctors also treat members of the Vegas Golden Knights hockey team and the Las Vegas Aviators Triple-A minor league baseball club.

In addition to treating and diagnosing illness, Alexander and her colleagues provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunization and screening tests, and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

UNLV Medicine family physicians also manage chronic illness, often coordinating care provided by other subspecialists.They provide ongoing personal care for the countrys most serious health problems like diabetes, cancer, stroke, and heart disease, referring patients when necessary to another specialist for treatment.

An assistant professor with the School of Medicine since November, Alexander grew up around the practice of medicine.

Her mother was a secretary at a hospital in Union City, Tennessee, so seeing doctors and nurses was as common for Alexander as seeing cars driving down the street.

I visited my mom all the time at the hospital as a little girl, she said. I dont know exactly when I decided to become a doctor but it just seemed like it would be a natural part of life to me.

Her interest in medicine only grew stronger, she said, when an aunt bought her a science kit from a JC Penney catalog that contained a microscope and slides.

It was something I really wanted but it seemed very expensive at the time, Alexander said. I just loved it. It helped me see things in so many different ways.

Academics were always important in the Alexander household.

As far as I can remember, my mom took the time to read to me and help me with spelling words. She never turned down the opportunity to stay at the library with me for hours while I searched for books to read. I do come from a family of readers. My grandmother had two bookcases with hundreds of books shed read twice over.

Alexander enjoys reading about Black physicians and professionals and their contributions to medicine and the nation, information that often wasnt readily available during her early schooling.

A graduate of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Alexander graduated from Meharry Medical College in the same city. At Meharry she also completed a primary care and enhancement fellowship.

Her family medicine residency was completed at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in Ohio. In 2020, she also completed a fellowship in maternal child health at West Suburban Medical Center/PCC Community Wellness in Oak Park, Illinois.

There is one childbirth case that Alexander assisted on during her maternal health/obstetrics fellowship that shell never forget.

I had only met the patient briefly to introduce myself and let her know that I would be assisting in her procedure. Oftentimes, nerves kick in once the patient is placed on the operating table and patients begin to look to us for comfort. As were getting her ready she said, Where is my girl?Where is my girl with the braids. That day, the girl with the braids was me.

"In a field where African American women experience increased rates of morbidity and mortality because of discrimination, it was important for me to comfort her and assure her that wed listen to her and do our best at caring for her and her growing family. I felt very blessed. That I was where I needed to be. Being an advocate for women is very important to me.

Married to Dr. Justin Jeffries, who is completing a Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship with the UNLV School of Medicine, Alexander has set long-term goals.

Eventually, I hope to incorporate more obstetrics in my practice to use my full scope of training, she said. I love the variety that it adds to family medicine. During residency, I served on several diversity committees to increase the numbers of underrepresented minorities in medicine, so I hope to get back to that. I also had a scholarship that I awarded to students from my high school. Im working on revamping the scholarship in a foundation aimed at mentorship and providing students in high school and higher education with school supplies and study materials for things like the [Medical College Admission Test]."

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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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February is American Heart Month with the goal of creating awareness of the importance of choosing a healthy lifestyle to prevent heart disease. Changes made could help reduce the risk of additional chronic diseases from developing or their severity. Small changes over time can make a lasting effect on your daily habits, food choicesand health status. Remember to balance what you eat with physical activity, aiming for at least 150 minutes a week.

When grocery shopping, review food labels and nutrition facts to have a better understanding of what you are consuming. Compare products in serving size and the nutrition they provide. To make heart-healthy choices, aim for foods that are 1g or less of saturated fat per serving and zero trans-fat. You can also reduce your fat and sodium intake by choosing reduced or light, which will provide 25 percentor 50 percentless compared to the regular product. Fiber also contributes to heart health and 5 grams per serving is considered a good source.

Aim to stock your pantry with heart-healthy choices from each of the food groups to balance your plate and nutrition. Choose seasonal fresh fruits and veggies or frozen in a variety of colors. If choosing canned fruits, ensure they are packed in water or light syrup. For vegetables, look for reduced-sodium or no salt added.

When choosing grains like bread, pasta, crackersand tortillas, focus on the ingredient lists and look for the whole before the grain used in the food or labeled as 100 percentwhole grain. Your protein choices can vary from meats, poultry, fish, nuts, and seeds to legumes. Choose leaner cuts of meat such as 90 percentor higher lean ground beef, skinless poultry, or pork tenderloin as a few examples.

Fresh or frozen salmon, albacore tuna, herringor mackerel contain omega-3 fatty acids which are healthy fats. They can help to reduce the build-up of fat in our arteries and unhealthy fats in our blood. Each week try to include at least twoservings of non-fried fish;oneserving of fish is about 4 ounces cooked.

Monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats can help improve your total cholesterol and heart health. You can find these in protein foods such as nuts and seeds and peanut butter. Other heart-healthy protein choices include edamame, tofu, lentils, and beans like pinto, black, garbanzo, white and navy. To complete your meals and snacks add low fat or nonfat milk, yogurt, or cottage cheese. Add low-fat and reduced-fat cheese to sandwiches, salads, or eggsor try string cheese as a snack.

Ditch the salt-shaker and flavor foods with fresh or dried herbs and spices. A little can go a long way:try different flavor combinations to see which you like best. Try preparing your foods by either baking, broiling, saut, steamingor grilling. When baking, substitute butter or oil with applesauce or other pureed fruit. During preparation, use canola or olive oil for a heart-healthy choice. Healthy choices made every day can help keep our bodies healthy and our hearts strong.

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DODGEVILLE, Wis., Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Lands' End today announced it is partnering with the Iowa County Health Department to transform the Comer Center, a fitness and recreation facility at its Dodgeville, Wisconsin, headquarters, into a COVID-19 vaccination clinic. The facility will initially provide the capacity to vaccinate 160 people over a four-hour period and will eventually be able to accommodate up to 1600 people over eight hours, making it the largest vaccination center in Iowa County.The Iowa County Health Department will begin administering vaccines at the Comer Center on Monday, February 8 and will continue for the foreseeable future.

While Iowa County is currently only receiving a limited number of vaccine doses, Lands' End's 91,500-square-foot Comer Center will allow the Iowa County Health Department to significantly increase the amount of people who can be immunized over the course of a day, as vaccine supply increases.

Home to state-of-the-art fitness facilities and sports equipment, the Comer Center was donated by Lands' End founder and lifelong philanthropist Gary Comer in 1989 as a place for the company's employees and retirees, and their families, to stay active and take a proactive role in pursuing a healthy lifestyle. However, with many employees now working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lands' End saw an opportunity to support the local community and give back.

"We are honored to partner with the Iowa County Health Department to take an active role in bettering the health and safety of our local Dodgeville and Iowa County communities," said Jerome Griffith, chief executive officer, Lands' End. "The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine is a critical step toward supporting Wisconsin's vibrant culture and business community, and we are grateful to be able to utilize Lands' End's facilities to help fight the pandemic."

"Iowa County is incredibly grateful for this partnership. This space allows for a much larger number of people who can be immunized, helping us get to our goal of achieving robust vaccine uptake. The use of this space will have a direct and favorable impact to the health of Iowa County residents. In a word, it is extraordinary and once again, we cannot convey how appreciative we are," said Debbie Siegenthaler, Director/Health Officer, Iowa County Health Department.

Vaccines at the Comer Center will be administered by the Iowa County Health Department with the support of Iowa County Emergency Management and numerous community volunteers. The vaccine will be available to people who live and work in Iowa County who meet the criteria for phase 1A or are over the age of 65, subject to vaccine availability.

In Iowa County, if you are eligible for a vaccine as described in Tier IAor age 65+,you can contact the Iowa County Health Department at [emailprotected]or call 608-930-9870. Patients of Upland Hills Health can also visit the Upland Hills website to sign up on their waiting list for their clinics which are separate from the Iowa County Health Department Clinic at the Comer Center. You can also check out any health care provider's website for instructions on how they are distributing vaccine. Vaccine quantities are limited, and clinics are scheduled as soon as vaccine becomes available.

About Lands' End, Inc.Lands' End, Inc. (NASDAQ: LE) is a leading uni-channel retailer of casual clothing, accessories, footwear and home products. We offer products online at http://www.landsend.com, on third party online marketplaces and through retail locations. We are a classic American lifestyle brand with a passion for quality, legendary service and real value, and seek to deliver timeless style for women, men, kids and the home.

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Being regular at exercise can reduce the risk of 13 kinds of cancer: American Cancer Society

According to the World Health Organization, the number of people diagnosed with cancer increased by almost 10 million in the past two decades. Of the newly diagnosed cancers, breast cancer is the most common (12%), followed by lung cancer (11%), colorectal cancer (10%) and prostate cancer (7%). By 2040, it has been predicted that the number of newly diagnosed cases of cancer will be nearly 50% higher than in 2020, reports WHO. Several cancers can be cured if they are diagnosed on time and treated properly. Vaccination can help preventing certain cancers like cervical cancer (HPV vaccine) and liver cancer (hepatitis B).

Believe it or not, several kinds of cancers can be prevented and well-managed by following a healthy lifestyle. WHO shared some of these lifestyle measures on Instagram recently. Here are they:

Tobacco use is considered to be a leading cause of cancer and death from cancer, according to National Cancer Institute. Regular use of tobacco or being exposed to secondhand smoke can increase risk of cancer. Cancers of Lung, larynx, mouth, throat, oesophagus, kidney, liver, stomach, colon, pancreas, rectum and cervix can be caused by use of tobacco. Quit smoking and tobacco use in all forms in order to reduce the risk of cancer.

Also read:What Happens When You Quit Smoking? Tips To Deal With Withdrawal Symptoms

The American Cancer Society says that being regular at exercise can reduce the risk of 13 kinds of cancer including that of oesophagus, liver, stomach, kidneys, myeloid leukemia, multiple myeloma, head and neck, rectum, bladder and lungs. Make sure that you do 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise or 90 minutes of high intensity exercise every week. Apart from exercising regularly, it is also important to stay physically active throughout the day and prevent long hours of sitting.

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The less alcohol you drink, the lower is your risk of cancer. Excessive intake of alcohol on a regular basis can increase the risk of cancer of the mouth and throat, oesophagus, colon and rectum, liver and breast (in women), according to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. All kinds of alcoholic drinks, including cocktails, red wine and white wine, are linked to cancer. The more you drink, the higher is your risk of cancer.

Also read:Increased Stress, Disturbed Sleep And Other Risks Associated With Drinking Too Much Alcohol

Exposure to the ultraviolet radiation of the sun can result in early ageing of the skin and can also increase the risk of skin cancer. The National Cancer Institute instructs that sun's rays are strongest between 10 am to 4 pm. They can go through light clothing, windshields, windows and clouds. They can be reflected by sand, water, snow, ice and pavement. Avoid spending too much time in the sun and do not forget to apply sunscreen.

A healthy a nourishing diet can take you a long way in terms of building immunity and being cancer and disease-free. Avoid processed and packaged foods and stick to naturally grown, organic and homemade foods most of the times. Your diet should include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lentils, legumes, nuts and seeds.

All of these lifestyle measures can together reduce your risk of developing cancer and may even help manage it. Let's beat cancer!

Also read:World Cancer Day 2021: Are You At Risk Of Developing Cervical Cancer? Let's Find Out

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

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Zero calorie chips Market:Global Size, Trends, Competitive, Historical & Forecast Analysis, 2021-2027.Growing health awareness among the people across the globe coupled with hectic life, rising in demand for ready-to-eat packed food products and increasing prevalence of diseases such as obesity and blood pressure as well as increasing adoption of healthy lifestyle among the people is some important factors driving the growth of zero calorie chips market.

Zero calorie chips are thin slice of potato, tapioca, tortilla with zero calorie content. Chips are baked at high temperature to make them crunchy. Zero calorie chips can be made from different source such as potato, tapioca, tortilla etc. Different flavors of zero calorie chips are available in the market. Zero calorie chips are considered very healthy as a snacks rather than normal chips. It is very effective to reduce weigh and makes healthy lifestyle. Benefits of zero calorie chips are it lower the risk of cancer, diabetes, blood pressure, due to low calories. Zero calorie chips provide a healthier alternative to deep-fried chips, It is a good source of several essential nutrients, including minerals and vitamins beneficial for your health.

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Zero calorie chips are segmented into type, distribution channel, region and country. On the basis of type, zero calorie chips are segmented into potato, tapioca, tortilla and others. On the basis of distribution channel, zero calorie chips are segmented into supermarket, convenience store, online retailer and others.

The regions covered in global zero calorie chips market report is North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. On the basis of country level, Global zero calorie chips market sub divided in U.S., Mexico, Canada, U.K., France, Germany, Italy, China, Japan, India, South East Asia, GCC, Africa, etc.

zero-calorie chipsCompanies-

Global Krill oil market reports cover prominent players like,

The Kellogg Company

Mission Foods

Tastemorr Snacks

Shearers Snacks

ARA Food Corporation

General Mills

PepsiCo

Deep River Snacks

Popchips

Others

PepsiCo has acquired BFY brand.

News:02 Dec. 2020- PepsiCo has acquired BFY brand, the maker of air popped snacks, flex protein chips, Flourish veggie chips and low calories chips to expand product portfolio and distribution channel as well production capacity of PepsiCo.

Zero calorie chips Market Dynamics-

The key factor for the growth of zero calorie chips market is increasing prevalence of diseases such obesity and blood pressure across the globe. According to World Health Organisation (WHO), it is estimated that 2.7 billion adults will be overweight, over 1 billion affected by obesity, and 177 million adults severely affected by obesity by 2025 in worldwide. Furthermore, rapid urbanization, hectic lifestyle coupled with rising disposable income of the people which leads to rising in demand of ready-to-eat packaged food products across the globe is driving the growth of zero calorie chips market. In addition, growing trend of adoption of healthy lifestyle coupled with increasing health awareness among the people this drives zero calorie market. However, the factors which restrict the growth of zero calorie chips market are availability of alternative option of zero calorie products of competitors. Moreover, introduction of different flavors to chips will create huge opportunity in zero calorie chips market.

Zero Calorie Market Regional Analysis-

North America is expected to dominate the growth of zero calorie chips market due to rapid urbanization coupled with changing preference of consumers towards healthy snacks. Furthermore, increasing prevalence of obesity in this region is driving the zero calorie chips market. According to, Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) the disease of obesity affects about 78 million Americans.

Asia-Pacific is projected to dominate the growth of zero calorie chips market due to increasing population coupled with increasing purchasing power of the people owing to rise in disposable income. In addition, growing health awareness among the people owing to rising obesity across the globe is driving the growth of zero calorie chips market in this region.

Europe is anticipated to grow due to changing lifestyle of people and consumers are more inclined towards ready-to-eat packaged food products owing to increasing working population in this region.

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Zero Calorie Chips Market Segmentation

By Type Potato, Tapioca, Tortilla

By Distribution Channel Supermarket, Convenience sore, Online retailer, Others

By Regional & Country Analysis

North America, U.S., Mexico, Canada , Europe, UK, France, Germany, Italy , Asia Pacific, China, Japan, India, Southeast Asia, South America, Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, The Middle East and Africa, GCC, Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa

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