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Sinclair Broadcast Group Teams With American Red Cross and Other Collection Centers Across America

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Baltimore, MD., June 30, 2021 – On July 14, 2021, Sinclair Broadcast Group announced that the company’s “Sinclair Cares: Roll Up Your Sleeves” program has partnered with the American Red Cross. Sinclair Broadcast Group urges viewers to book blood donation appointments to help stock up blood supplies in hospitals across the country through the initiative. Besides, people can also support the cause financially or volunteer their time. July 14 marked World Blood Donor Day, and the campaign is expected to last up to July 23.

Rallying Americans Together

The COVID-19 pandemic nurtured a sense to support the needy among Americans, and people are more ready to participate in blood donations. It also impacted hospitals because many had to defer treatments or delay surgical procedures. As healthcare facilities recover from the pandemic, the demand for blood products has sky-rocketed, and now there’s more shortage than the pre-pandemic levels. The American Red Cross is doing every possible thing to reverse the deficit. However, it still requires community support to ensure that hospitals have enough blood products to cater to patients in need of critical treatment procedures.

“As the nation’s healthcare systems continue to recover from the pandemic, we shouldn’t forget that the need for blood products never stops,” Sinclair CEO Christopher Ripley said. “Through its Sinclair Cares: Roll Up Your Sleeves initiative, SBG has partnered with the American Red Cross and other blood donation centers across the country. Sinclair will leverage its media presence to implore the community to donate blood to end the shortage and ensure that their fellow Americans in hospitals get the much-needed blood-reliant care. Millions of people require blood donations, and it’s crucial to create mass awareness on how people can help solve the blood shortage problem.”

Increased Willingness to Donate Blood

In 2020, Sinclair’s blood-donation campaign managed to collect 2,000 units of donated blood successfully. Following the success, more individuals have booked appointments to donate blood this year.

Sinclair has also nudged its affiliated local news outlets to join the movement to ensure that the campaign’s outreach expands. That includes Tennis Channel, Marquee Sports Network, Bally Sports Networks, and Sinclair-owned and operated digital channels. Sinclair Broadcast Group has opened its media outlet websites to provide platforms where individuals, communities, and organizations can partake in the campaign. It will also guide how the public can get involved through its national website sinclarecares.com.

If you’d like to support the “Sinclair Cares: Roll Up Your Sleeves” initiative, please visit sinclarecares.com. Your support will be highly appreciated.

Sinclair Broadcast Group Partners with American Red Cross

About Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBG), Inc.

Sinclair Broadcast Group is a leading TV broadcasting company that provides local sports and news. It has an extensive diversified portfolio in the television broadcast industry, owning and operating more than 20 sports network brands across North America. Sinclair also owns, operates, and offers broadcasting solutions to more than 185 TV stations across 85 markets. The company is a renowned news provider in the United States, owning and operating TV stations affiliated to major news brands, such as FOX and NBC. Sinclair created the NextGen TV broadcasting standard, ATSC 3.0 that provides over-the-air broadcasting technology to develop hybrid online streaming and broadcasting solutions for mobile access. It also delivers content through digital platforms and multichannel distributors.

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross is a non-profitable organization established to cater to disaster victim’s needs by providing relief, food, shelter, and emotional support. The organization also supplies over 40% of the country’s blood; educates and equips volunteers and staff with life-saving skills; offering global humanitarian aid; and supporting military staff and their families. Being a not-for-profit entity, The American Red Cross relies on volunteers and donations from well-wishers and the American population to meet its goals and mission. For further insights, visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamerica.org. Alternatively, visit @RedCross on Twitter.

ASHLEY BLACK’S TED TALK WILL TRANSFORM YOUR BELIEFS ON TISSUE REGENERATION, PAIN, CELLULITE, AND OTHER MEDICAL MYSTERIES… IF YOU COULD ONLY WATCH IT

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ASHLEY BLACK’S TED TALK WILL TRANSFORM YOUR BELIEFS ON TISSUE REGENERATION, PAIN, CELLULITE, AND OTHER MEDICAL MYSTERIES… IF YOU COULD ONLY WATCH IT
ASHLEY BLACK’S TED TALK WILL TRANSFORM YOUR BELIEFS ON TISSUE REGENERATION, PAIN, CELLULITE, AND OTHER MEDICAL MYSTERIES… IF YOU COULD ONLY WATCH IT

If I told you that for less than $100 dollars, you could:

  • Get rid of cellulite
  • Reduce inflammation 
  • Increase collagen levels
  • Burn more calories a day 
  • Regenerate connective tissue
  • More easily manage your weight 
  • Look younger and fresher than ever
  • Reduce fat in your body without liposuction
  • Calm serious chronic pain issues in your body

…and with no need for a gym, the assistance of an expensive training or training program, or a doctor to guide you, you wouldn’t believe it was possible. Until recently, I would have completely agreed with you.

Ashley Black Talks to TED about Transformation through Fascia Remodeling

On March 24th, 2018, a very exciting, invite-only TED Talk event at Willis Tower in Chicago, Illinois featured a host of inspiring women. Powerful CEOs and business owners to inventors and social revolutionaries came together at this TEDxWomen’s conference to deliver their specific message of Metamorphosis: The Power of Transformation. That was the theme of this particular TED Talk event and these women were here to ‘share ideas worth spreading’.

Ashley Black, 2020 American Business Awards Entrepreneur of the Year, the #1 National Bestselling Author, IAOTP Inventor of the Year in 2019, and the innovative and cutting-edge fascia research specialist was among this special crop of women and had her own very special story to share. 

Ashley Black’s talk was about the transformation of health through the regeneration of the connective tissue that covers every inch of our bodies, keeps our muscles and organs in place, and houses our nerves and our blood. That connective tissue is called fascia.  Ashley Black is a fascia expert who got her start changing the career trajectories of professional athletes like Derek Jeter and Hollywood stars like Debra Messing.

Yes, I do mean expert. I like to think of experts in ‘Malcolm Gladwellian terms’. If 10,000 hours of deliberate practice, or research in Ashley’s case, is a necessity for someone to be an Outlier or an expert in their field of study, then Ashley’s two decades of consistent and boundary-pushing fascia research certainly helps her easily command such a title.

So, fascia expert, Ashley Black, commanded her expertise and a room of smart, self-motivated, knowledge-seeking women and gave them her truth TEDx style. She explained how she figured out the connection between cellulite and fascia, how no one studying one, studied the other and simply always missed the FACT that cellulite wasn’t fat, but simply the unhealthy fascia tissue that was mangled and caught when it should lay smoothly as it does in it’s healthiest state. Ashley talks about her own struggle with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and the debilitating, chronic pain of a flesh-eating bacteria in her bone-marrow system derived from a routine hip aspiration. She explains in her TED Talk turn that the operations, the constant therapy appointments, and the daily intake of prescribed medication did nothing to quell the constant lightning bolts of pain her nervous system transmitted daily to her ailing body. 

Nothing made a difference until Ashley found fascia. Through decades of research, the true breadth of what was possible when we thoughtfully manipulated our fascia tissue was slowly revealed to her. 

The Positive Effects of Healthy Fascia 

Ashley showed the WillowCreek audience, through before and after photographs of her own clients, that the specific manipulation of your fascia regenerated the tissue and smoothed unhealthy areas, alleviating all types of pain throughout the body. Through photographs and x-rays of participants in independent peer-reviewed medical studies that have helped only to prove and deepen the truth behind Ashley’s research, she showed that along with tissue regeneration came amazing health benefits including a patient who’s scoliosis curve straightened, a virtually bald head of hair on a patient growing back thick and rich, plus depictions of scars vanishing on people, and unhealthy human bodies virtually becoming new again thanks to Ashley’s work. 

Ashley created a science called Fasciology, using unique approaches for tissue regeneration. It caught fire quickly and before long she was using these techniques and homemade self-massage tools on a celebrity client list a mile long, but that was not her end game. Ashley’s true passion was bringing her story of healing to all of us. So she invented the FasciaBlaster because she wanted everyone to have the opportunity to experience the freedom from pain plus all of the extraordinary health benefits that came with using her self-massage invention in a consistent and productive manner. Ashley Black brought a gift to the market that allowed everyone to regenerate fascia, the connective tissue network that runs in every space in the body which, in turn, calmed daily aches and pains. Better yet, Ashley gave everyone a way to do all that and from your own home, all without the assistance of a medical professional.

Once the FasciaBlaster tools were available to the public, Ashley began doing what she loved again full-time and that was educating the masses about the transformative powers of fascia manipulation.   So, you can imagine the excitement when she got a call from sponsors of the Willowcreek TED event. A TED Talk would transport her research and her science out to a whole new audience. 

Click on the video to watch Ashley Black’s Original Ted Talk.

ASHLEY BLACK’S TED TALK WILL TRANSFORM YOUR BELIEFS ON TISSUE REGENERATION, PAIN, CELLULITE, AND OTHER MEDICAL MYSTERIES… IF YOU COULD ONLY WATCH IT

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Author of Ashley Black’s Ted Talk Will Transform Your Beliefs on Tissue Regeneration, Pain, Cellulite, and Other Medical Mysteries…  If You Could Only Watch It

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This content was originally shared by First Coast Health Source, Northeast Florida’s original and most widely distributed consumer health magazine.

Ashley Black’s Ted Talk Will Transform Your Beliefs on Tissue Regeneration, Pain, Cellulite, and Other Medical Mysteries… If You Could Only Watch It on HealthSourceMag.com

Sparkling Ice Debuts Brand Refresh Featuring Natural Flavors and Colors

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Sparkling Ice, the popular line of flavored carbonated water, recently announced a new look to showcase the brand’s transition to naturally sourced colors and flavors of its sparkling water. The brand refresh included a new logo, new bottle design and a new formula for each sparkling water. The main goal of the logo and packaging redesign was to announce Sparkling Ice’s move to source the colors of its sparkling water from natural sources, becoming one of the first brands in the category to make this transition while maintaining the bold colors and flavors the brand is known for. Sparkling Ice has always been known as a standout in the sparkling water category for its packaging’s vibrant, colorful look.

SPARKLING ICE


Why Use Natural Flavors and Colors?


Sparkling Ice’s decision to become one of the first brands in the sparkling water vertical to use natural flavors and colors was a carefully thought-out and researched decision. The brand spent two years conducting extensive market research with the input of more than 8,000 consumers. The market research also included taste and another sensory testing. The end result supported the brand’s desire to utilize a new formula that would use natural flavors and colors in each of the 16 flavors of Sparkling Ice.


Why the New for Sparkling Ice?


With the transition to using natural flavors and colors, Sparkling Ice wanted to use visual and branding elements to support the announcement of the new formula. Sparkling Ice has always been known for having a bright, bold appearance to match the sparkling water’s taste. During the two-year market research project that worked with over 8,000 consumers, Sparkling Ice found that consumers would appreciate a fresh, new look for the beverage. This feedback led Sparkling Ice to develop a modern, sleek new bottle design. The new bottle design also includes a larger emphasis on the fact that the carbonated drink contains zero sugar, a fact that many consumers appreciate in their quest for healthier beverages that still pack a great deal of delicious flavor. Additionally, Sparkling Ice developed an updated logo that puts the emphasis on the fruity flavors of each sparkling water, yet also appears more fresh and modern.


Sparkling Ice’s Commitment to Fans


Sparkling Ice was launched with the goal of delighting fans with deliciously fresh, flavorful sparkling beverages that were unlike anything that was available on the market. Sparkling Ice wanted to delight consumers by offering a zero-sugar carbonated beverage that didn’t compromise on delicious flavor. The brand refresh showcases the company’s ongoing commitment to delighting its fans. The company states that fans had told them that it may be time for a change and they dove in with a two-year market research project to determine exactly what consumers wanted in that change. However, they still wanted to showcase a flavorful, zero-sugar carbonated drink above all else.

About Sparkling Ice


Sparkling Ice offers a line of flavorful, fruity sparkling waters that taste delicious without the addition of any sugar. There are 16 flavors of Sparkling Ice, and all are crafted with fruity combinations designed to refresh and hydrate without adding any extra sugar. The company is part of Talking Rain Beverage Company and is based out of Preston, Washington. The company was launched over 30 years ago with a commitment to providing flavorful sparkling water that contained no sugar. All Sparkling Ice carbonated beverages are made from sparkling water, real fruit flavor, vitamins, antioxidants, and contain zero sugar. The sparkling water is lightly carbonated for sparkling hydration.


Sparkling Ice Flavors


Flavors of Sparkling Ice include:
• Grape Raspberry
• Black Cherry
• Black Raspberry
• Pomegranate Blueberry
• Cherry Limeade
• Strawberry Watermelon
• Strawberry Lemonade
• Kiwi Strawberry
• Pink Grapefruit
• Peach Nectarine
• Orange Mango
• Crisp Apple
• Coconut Pineapple
• Ginger Lime
• Classic Lemonade
• Lemon Lime

Additionally, the company is currently hosting an online contest where people can guess the new “mystery flavor” of Sparkling Ice with the opportunity to win one of more than 500 prizes, with the grand prize being a 7-day Caribbean cruise package.


Antioxidants and Vitamins


In addition to being sugar-free, Sparkling Ice also contains antioxidants and vitamins, giving your body an extra boost. Vitamins include: vitamin A, vitamin D, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, biotin, and pantothenic acid. Each bottle of Sparkling Ice contains 10% of the average person’s daily value of each of those vitamins and antioxidants.

Sparkling Ice Gets Social and Digital


Sparkling Ice has a following of loyal fans that love to engage with the brand. The brand refresh of the new bottle design and the use of natural colors and flavoring are supported by specific hashtags across multiple social media platforms. Fans can engage with other fans and with the Sparkling Ice brand by using the hashtags: #SparklingIceLife, #GetFizzy, and #NTRLY.

In addition to social media, Sparkling Ice announced integration with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. This integration will allow the voice platforms to provide consumers with cocktail and mocktail recipes using each of Sparkling Ice’s flavors. Consumers simply need to tell Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa the Sparkling Ice flavor they want to drink and the virtual assistant will receive various recipe recommendations.

A Serving Of Apple Cider Vinegar A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

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A Serving Of Apple Cider Vinegar A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

An apple a day keeps the doctor away. We’ve all heard this old adage, but what about apple cider vinegar? New research is emerging that touts the health benefits of apple cider vinegar, commonly referred to as ACV. Whether you are looking to shed extra pounds, reduce acid reflux, or fight cancer, the answer might be waiting in your kitchen.

Reduce Acid Reflux With 2 Tablespoons of ACV In A Glass of Water

There are many causes of acid reflux, but a common one is low acidity level in the stomach. Consuming 2 tablespoons of ACV in a glass of water may help regulate stomach acidity, soothing acid reflux before it even begins. Stopping reflux isn’t just about comfort. It can also reduce your risk factor for some forms of esophageal cancer. They polyphenols in the vinegar have also been known to prevent cell damage that could potentially cause any form of cancer. The benefits don’t there; a healthy stomach PH level also helps prevent an overgrowth of unhealthy gut flora. An imbalance of stomach bacteria can lead to foul smelling gas, so do us all a favor and drink your water with ACV.

Soothe Eczema

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis is painful, many times embarrassing and can be dangerous. The cause of eczema is still unknown, but many researchers believe it could be triggered by Staphylococcus aureus. Those suffering with eczema usually have colonies of these bacteria on their skin. Since their skin is prone to open wounds, it’s not unusual for people with eczema to contract staph infections. Individuals with eczema are able to reduce the risk of contracting the skin infection and many times soothe their symptoms with a bath containing 2 or 3 cups of ACV. The antimicrobial properties of the vinegar reduce the amount of bacteria on the skin, allowing it to heal.

Control Your Blood Sugar

In a small study, type 2 diabetics were able to prevent spikes in their blood sugar by consuming 2 tablespoons of ACV in a glass of water with a meal. The mechanism that could prevent a blood sugar spike is still unknown, but is thought to be acetic acid from ACV.

Cut Down on Cravings

Simple carbohydrates and sugar can be difficult to avoid, especially if you have a sweet tooth. Eating a carb heavy meal can cause your blood sugar to spike. This causes cravings for even more carbs. By consuming 2 tablespoons of ACV alongside your plate of pasta, you can prevent cravings for sugar and carbs later.

If you decide to utilize apple cider vinegar to benefit your health, remember these next few things. Never apply ACV directly to your skin, dilute it first. If you’re consuming the vinegar, don’t drink it alone. Mix it into another liquid. Finally, don’t use ACV to replace any medications you’re taking without first consulting your doctor.

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Habits For Healthy Kidneys

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7 Habits For Healthy Kidneys

Kidneys are located below the rib cage and are responsible for several important functions in our bodies; mainly to keep the blood in our bodies stable. Each day our kidneys filter up to 150 quarts of blood.

What Do Our Kidneys Do?

Our kidneys work hard to remove excess water or hold on to water and they also remove waste. They remove excess minerals like sodium and potassium. In addition, our kidneys also produce hormones.

Our hormones, when they work efficiently, regulate bodily functions like blood pressure and the creation of red blood cells. In addition, our kidneys work hard to prevent chronic kidney diseases.

Try Switching To Plant-Based Protein

Most importantly, because our kidneys are important for good health, there are 7 habits that will keep your kidneys happy such as #1 switching to plant-based protein. Switching to a plant-based diet takes the burden off of kidneys. Plant-based protein sources are beans, nuts, seeds, coconut, bean sprouts and dairy-milk and cheese alternatives.

Take Time A Drink A Full Glass of Water In The Morning

Another habit for healthy kidneys is starting every morning with a large glass of water. Water is important for your kidneys. Water filters out waste products and helps other bodily organs to do their best, too. Eating or drinking more cranberries is also a healthy habit. Cranberry juice or cranberries can help to get rid of harmful bacteria in the urinary tract.

Cut Back On Salt

Cutting back on salt is another good habit. Kidneys do a good job regulating electrolytes in the body but when sodium levels rises in the body, potassium levels drop. This can be dangerous to your health.

Eating More Home-Cooked Meals Is Another Habit That Is Good For Your Kidneys.

Restaurants and fast food often is loaded with salt. However, by eating at home, your kidneys get a break and are able to function better.

Eat Those Veggies!

Eat more vegetables! Vegetables support the kidneys because they are rich in potassium. Eating food that is high in potassium is a healthy gift to your kidneys. So, load up on those veggies.

Green Tea: Always In Fashion

Drinking green tea is always a healthy thing to do. Its potent antioxidants protect the kidneys and urinary tract from harmful substances. Some say drinking three cups of green tea a day, is a very healthy thing to do. If you want to reduce inflammation and free radicals in your kidneys, add turmeric to your soups, stews or curries.

Other Healthy Habits For Your Kidneys

Besides the above healthy habits there are several more that may help and they are using over-the-counter painkillers in moderation, staying away from cigarettes, alcohol and drugs, keeping fit and maintaining a healthy weight.

Conclusion

The kidneys are located below the rib cage and are responsible for several important functions of the body; mainly to keep the composition of our blood stable. Talk with your doctor soon and find out more about kidneys and your better health.

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Health Advice For Men Over 50

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Health Advice For Men Over 50

Certainly as we age, it’s important that we begin to watch what we eat so we can maintain a healthy lifestyle. This becomes more of a concern especially for men who are over 50. There a list of guidelines to follow to maintain a healthy lifestyle when you reach this age and want to stay fit. Here are a few to consider:

1. Get At Least 7 to 8 Hours of Sleep Per Night

2. Be Physically Active

3. Quit Smoking

4. Get Regular Screening Exams

5. Maintain A Healthy Weight

6. Stick to A Healthy Diet

7. When Drinking Alcohol, Don’t Consume More Than Two Drinks A Day

8. Listen to Music

These guidelines can help any man maintain his age of 50 and reduce risk of diseases. Older men are more likely to have some sort of heart disease, diabetes or even high blood pressure. For those that are not following some type of healthy living guideline, they can certainly benefit when making needed changes. These could be selecting healthy choices when eating such as vegetables, whole grains and fruits. One can also consume fat free or even low fat dairy products giving the body a lot more energy. Men should also go for great sources of protein found in fish, lean meats, poultry and even eggs.

How Much Activity Should Men Over 50 Get?

It’s no secret physical activity does a body wonders, especially if your over the age of 50. Once getting into a good routine of exercising, one can decrease and improve heart health, flexibility, muscle strength and balance. Research has shown that physical activity reduces not only diseases but also dementia. Cardio exercises are good for getting our hearts pumping and using bigger muscle groups. Consider getting off the couch and engaging in swimming, biking or possibly a recreational sport. If you’re looking at building muscle, then strength training may be the answer. Experts recommended both types of exercise for best results. If you haven’t been active for quite some time, you may want to consult a doctor before starting any exercise program or doing anything strenuous like Hamed Wardak. 

Health Screenings

For men who are over 50 getting an adequate health screening can go a long way. These procedures are simple tests that can determine what diseases live with in your body and show them in the early stages. It may be necessary to consult your family’s health history to determine what type of screening you may need. Here is a list of important screenings men over 50 should include when trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

1. Blood Pressure
2. Cholesterol
3. Colon Cancer
4. Prostate Cancer

Quit Smoking

As many men over 50 have probably heard, it really is never too late to stop smoking. Once quitting, a smoker immediately notices they not only have more energy, but they can breathe easier. It also eliminates the well known “smoker cough.” It’s a good idea to quit smoking in order to have long-term health and avoid high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke.

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