Ultra-processed foods are linked to 32 adverse health effects including cardiovascular diseases, cancers, and Type 2 diabetes. That's according to a large new study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) that adds to growing research on the harms of foods that typically include five or more ingredients and several additives. Common ultra-processed foods include ice cream, crisps, breakfast cereals, flavoured yoghurts, and biscuits, according to the British Heart Association. An international team of researchers from Australia, the US, France and Ireland contributed to the umbrella review of 45 analyses that included a total population of 9.8 million participants. “This…

The ancient philosophy of Stoicism has seen a revival in recent years for its practical wisdom in addressing the challenges of modern life. Beyond its current popularity, however, lies a radical system of self-transformation for those seeking to divert from the well-trodden path of conventions. This article explores five vital Stoic principles that can empower individuals to break free from the confines of the majority mindset. “The 1%” evokes images of the financial elite with material riches and high social status. In this article, however, the focus is on the 1% who dare to differ in thought and action from…

A former CIA agent who served as an undercover spy for seven years has lifted the lid on the key signs that someone is lying to you and how you can become better at fabricating the truth. Andrew Bustamante, 45, who worked as a captain in the Air Force before becoming an intelligence officer, opened up about his time in the Central Intelligence Agency in an episode of the podcast The Diary of a CEO, hosted by Steve Bartlett. The ex-spy dished on his extensive training, which involved him learning how to become a skilled liar - revealing that the…

It’s been almost 20 years since my diagnosis, and I’ve learned quite a bit. Are you someone who enjoys the unsolicited opinions of strangers and acquaintances? If so, I can’t recommend cancer highly enough. You won’t even have the first pathology report in your hands before the advice comes pouring in. Laugh and the world laughs with you; get cancer and the world can’t shut its trap. Stop eating sugar; keep up your weight with milkshakes. Listen to a recent story on NPR; do not read a recent story in Time magazine. Exercise—but not too vigorously; exercise—hard, like Lance Armstrong.…