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The TikTok food trend of cottage cheese ice cream has people wondering: Is it healthy?

Cottage cheese ice cream is the latest do-it-yourself frozen treat that has been taken over TikTok — and many people are saying the homemade dessert is packed with protein. The dedicated #cottagecheese hashtag on the video-sharing app has been viewed more than seven million times, according to view metrics posted on TikTok’s trending hashtag page. Health-conscious and adventurous foodies have been sharing their cottage cheese ice cream recipes in the last month using the trending hashtag. FROZEN HONEY HEALTH RISKS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU JUMP ON THE TIKTOK FOOD TREND The creamy concoctions have been blended with sliced ​​fruits,…
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Healthy Benefits Plus Program: How to get a food card and how to use it

Mbuckets of the SCAN Connections scheme in the USAwho have eligible chronic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, can apply for the SCAN Healthy Foods Card. SCAN Connections is a plan that is part of a Medicare contract and a contract with the California Medi-Cal (Medicaid) program. How do you get a SCAN Healthy Foods Card? Eligible citizens have the option to order their SCAN Healthy Foods Card by calling 1-877-494-2892 from Monday to Friday between 05:00 and 20:00. Once their application is received, the card could take a couple of weeks to arrive. How does the SCAN Healthy…
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South Africans have starkly unequal access to a healthy diet

South Africa has a food crisis. The food system – made up of all of the activities and actors involved in the production, processing, transportation, selling, consumption and disposal of food – produces starkly unequal access to nutritious foods. As a result, many households in the country cannot afford a healthy diet, 27% of children under five are stunted, and the prevalence of diet-related diseases is rising rapidly. The food system contributes to pollution and climate change through the use of agro-chemicals, fossil fuels for transport, processing and refrigeration, as well as unsustainable packaging. On top of this, over one-third…
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‘Human-grade’ dog food is on the rise, as pet owners ditch traditional kibble in favor of high-end brands promising health benefits

Pet owners are increasingly opting for high-end food brands.Phynart Studio / Getty Pet owners are giving up typical kibble for food that more closely matches a human diet. High-end brands have taken off since dog ownership skyrocketed during the pandemic. But some experts say it might not be healthier than traditional options. After pet adoption skyrocketed during the pandemic, cat and dog owners are setting a new tone for pet food as many opt for a more expensive fare that claims to be less processed and healthier than traditional kibble. According to a new report from The New York Times,…
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25 Best Meal Delivery Services for Weight Loss in 2023

Dieting is exhausting. Counting calories, measuring portions, and depriving ourselves of the foods we crave are all part of the journey to lose weight. It’s not easy, especially when we’re busy (and hungry!). That’s why we reviewed the best meal delivery services for weight loss. They do the hard part for you, making it easy to stick to your diet and start shedding pounds in as little as one week. From selecting the freshest ingredients to fully preparing healthy breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and even snacks, meal delivery services take all the guesswork out of dieting. And with the pandemic and…
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What is the healthiest nut? Try these two nutrient-dense options.

Nut alternatives have stolen the limelight in the past decade – popular milk alternatives like almond milk and cashew milk quickly became fan favorites, as well as nut butter, peanut butter’s now-popular cousin. Nuts belong to the protein food group and may act as a key protein component in vegetarian diets. According to myplate.gov, the general recommended daily intake of protein is 5-6 ounces for adults. One tablespoon of peanut butter or ½ ounce of nuts equals one ounce for this daily intake. Looking to eat more nuts on a daily basis? Here are the nutrients you’d gain: What is…
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Increasing Patient Retention and Revenue with Referral Management

The ratio between the number of dentists and the population in the USA is 61:100000. More than one in five (21.3%) said that they had not visited the dentist in the last few years. One of the top reasons adults cite for avoiding the dentist is the inability to find a convenient location or appointment time. Specifically, 19% of adults have not visited the dentist in a few years because they cannot find a convenient location or appointment time. As a dentist or dental practice manager, it is crucial not only to manage existing patients but to account for lost…
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Foust students learn about agriculture, healthy eating

Mar. 25—Wednesday afternoons at Foust Elementary School have been busy this month as students learn more about healthy eating and agriculture. Cheryl Burks-McCarthy, a program assistant with the University of Kentucky’s Daviess County Extension Office, said the after-school time was for her to talk to students about increasing their consumption of fruits and vegetables. “We’ve been able to do that with different snacks I’ve brought in,” she said. Burks-McCarthy said some of the snacks the students had were quesadillas, a charcuterie board and trail mix, and some of the food used to create the snacks have come from local farmers.…