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Newfoundland and Labrador has one of the oldest and unhealthiest populations in Canada, but most people don't ask their doctor to help speed up dying.

A neurosurgeon in Halifax says virtual reality is changing the way his department operates. Dr. David Clarke says it's only a matter of time before it's used in hospitals across the country.

Maybe you’re going gluten free because your body is sensitive to it—you get stomach cramps when you eat most breads and cereals, or particularly bloaty when you indulge in cookies or cakes. Or maybe foods with gluten make you feel off, like your brain is in a fog.  Maybe you’re going gluten free to cut back on wheat, or simply because you want to try something new. Whatever the reason may be that leaves you inclined to whipping up gluten free recipes, we’ve got plenty of desserts that will fit perfectly into your gluten free lifestyle.

These delicious gluten free recipes essentially let you have your cake and eat it, too. The treats taste just like the ones you find in the bakery aisle, minus the gluten and a whole lot healthier.

Check out these five gluten free recipes that will taste like you’re cheating:

1. Gluten Free Banana Bread >

To kick off our list of gluten free recipes, we’ve got a recipe for homemade banana bread. Nothing beats the sweet comfort of banana bread, and this version does not disappoint. Ripe bananas, gluten free flour, applesauce, cinnamon and a few other baking staples join forces to create a soft and fluffy loaf of deliciousness. Each bite of bread is moist; each slice is hearty; and each serving counts as one SmartCarb and one Extra on Nutrisystem.

2. Gluten Free Sugar Cookies >

No gluten and no guilt here: This classic cookie will no doubt satisfy your sweet tooth, without all the sugar and fat of its supermarket sister. And the best part is that they’re as easy to make as they are good to eat. One bowl, some simple ingredients, 10 minutes in the freezer, 12 more in the oven and voila! Warm and delicious, and only 59 calories per cookie.  

3. Gluten Free Maple Cornbread >

It’s a little bit sweet and a little bit savory. It’ll please your palate and fill your belly. It’ll taste like you shouldn’t be eating it, but you absolutely can. Each serving contains only 98 calories and counts as one SmartCarb on Nutrisystem. Pair a piece with your favorite soup or chili for a combo that’s both healthy and satisfying.

4. Gluten-Free Chewy Ginger Cookies >

Enjoy the flavors of fall all year long with these spiced cookies. The gooey sweetness of molasses, a hint of vanilla, and flavorful blend of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg make this soft treat irresistible. Share them with your family and save for the extras for sweet snacks later in the week. On Nutrisystem, each cookie counts as three Extras.

5. Gluten-Free Cranberry Scone >

Enjoy a buttery pastry without all of the guilt that typically accompanies indulging in this bakery classic. These Gluten Free Cranberry Scones can be whipped up with a few simple ingredients to create a flaky dessert that’s so decadent, you’ll want to try this recipe even if you aren’t gluten free! They’re THAT good. On Nutrisystem, each scone counts as just three Extras.

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Back in the day, when MAN v FAT was but a sapling and before we helped MAN v FAT Footballers lose 100,000lbs, we used to round up the months with some interesting tidbits that we learned. We get sent a lot of press releases and other random stuff that doesn’t have a home anywhere else but are still worth a mention, so here we go.

1. Some people do better if they exercise at a low-intensity pace

Especially people with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes. 

2. Exercise can keep you young

Roger Federer is 36 and still doing just fine. What’s his secret? Well, being a world-class athlete probably doesn’t hurt.

3. The first weight loss surgery (of sorts) was performed during the 10th century

If you’ve ever wondered if just sewing your mouth shut would be easier than trying to eat less, this Spanish king beat you to it. That’s the opening to this great piece about how weight loss surgery changes your relationship with food.

4. Usain Bolt ate 1,000 chicken nuggets during the Beijing Olympics.

And he won 3 gold medals.

5. MVF Forum legend Maxnas once got banned from the Body Coach Facebook group for giving people advice. 

We’re 8 months late to this but it still made us LOL

6. William the Conqueror was so dismayed at gaining weight that he decided to just lie in bed drinking alcohol until the weight came off. 

I mean, you can kinda see why he thought it’d be a good idea. Check out some other bonkers ways people have tried losing weight in the past here.

7. Asda and Sainsbury’s are merging.

Asbury’s? Sainsda? Apparently this will mean lower prices. 

What did you learn in April? Share with the class, please. 

 

 

 

 

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An essay in the British Medical Journal urges doctors and patients to start thinking differently about what it means to be returned to health. It envisages medicine that doesn't stop at the hospital door, but also sets conditions for a healthy life even among people who live with chronic conditions.

Hello! This is episode 78 of the Run Eat Repeat podcast. In case you’re new…  I created the website Run Eat Repeat over 9 years ago to document training for my first marathon… shockingly I fell in love with running and the site grew a big enough following that I was able to blog full time! Now I’m podcasting because I have no friends and like to pretend I’m on the phone when I record…

Anyway let’s talk with a runner who ran the LA marathon super fast!!

Today I’m talking with a runner who qualified for the Boston Marathon and PR’d  at the LA Marathon this year without running super long runs. I met Diana at a local half marathon about 2 years ago and we’ve kept in touch on Instagram since then. When I saw her awesome race in Los Angeles I reached out to see if I could ask all about how she did it.

But before we find out her fast running secrets… let’s warm up!

Warm Up:

Well I heard something this week that made me feel like my life was over. It was bad. And I don’t want to ruin your life too… but I also don’t want to inform you about important food issues facing our society today…

I heard on the Nutrition Diva podcast that Sparkling Water might cause you to gain weight.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Sparkling water is basically my reason for everything!!

I found this study on it in Obesity Research Clinical Practice carbonated beverages lead to weight gain.

Basically – the carbonation in the drinks studied seems to cause an increase in ghrelin and makes us hungry. They used regular water, carbonated, diet soda and regular soda that was ‘flat’ (the carbonation went away).

The study that tested this on humans only used 20 college age males – so it’s a small study. But the fact that the results seems to increase ghrelin with carbonation NOT just sugar in soda or artificial sweetener in diet soda… seems to be a bad sign for my love of seltzer. Boo.

I’ll keep you updated if I find any info that proves otherwise (like a study on how it increases speed and happiness in runners).

Main Event:

Diana Duncan aka SoCalRunnerChick on Instagram rocked the LA Marathon – she qualified for the Boston Marathon and PR’d AND looked like she had a blast doing it. I met her at a race two years ago and have been insta-friends with her ever since. When I saw her post marathon pictures celebrating her victory I asked if we could chat about how she did it – what training plan she used, any secret tips?!

What training plan she used… She used the same training plan for the Chicago Marathon but didn’t hit her goal. So she changed it up a bit for the LA Marathon to focus on fun – and rocked it!

How did you train to qualify for the Boston Marathon?  Anything different from before? …

She used the Hanson’s Marathon plan. Unfortunately after all the marathon training she didn’t perform as well as she hoped at the Chicago Marathon. Then, she moved on to train for LA. Diana decided to ‘run happy’ and actually skipped most of the speed work but kept up her mileage.

What is your ‘victory lap’ aka favorite post run treat? …

Beer.  Oh, we talk about Mexican food too! Have you ever had mole!

How do you incorporate strength training?

She does Beach Body workouts before running a few days a week.

Do you run on the days you do strength training?

Yes, it times up with running days. She’s found she will get injuries if she doesn’t cross train because of weak hips.

Follow SoCalRunnerChick on Instagram to see more of Diana’s super fast running updates!

Awards:

1. Des Linden – who won the Boston Marathon. One of her mantras is Keep Showing Up. That is what it’s all about. Keep showing up for yourself. Do the work. Push it when you can. Be kind to yourself when you can’t. And keep going.

Please subscribe to the show and leave a rating on iTunes. And tag @RunEatRepeat on instagram and share what you’re doing or where you’re running while you listen!

If you have a question for me – leave a vm on the RER line 562 888  OR email me RunEatRepeat@gmail.com with Podcast Question in the subject line.

Have a great run!

Question: How often do you cross train or do strength training? Do you do it on the same days you run?

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