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Former Alabama star Quinnen Williams rookie year didnt quite go according to plan. So the New York Jets defensive end went into the offseason determined to make sure that his second season better reflected his ability.

And after losing weight and changing his body, Williams could be ready to remind the Jets why they made him the third overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. According to ESPNs Rich Cimini, Williams dropped six pounds from last years weight of 303, but more than that, he changed his entire mentality.

"I feel like I'm tapped into that zone, tapped into that level that I'm going to be unstoppable," Williams said Wednesday during a Zoom call with reporters.

Changes included cutting out fast food, chowing on seafood and protein and training night and day.

"This year, I'm feeling it, man," Williams said. "I got my body right this offseason. I got my confidence back this offseason. I got a trainer who I've been training my butt off with. ... I just feel it, man. I'm in great shape, great condition. I got my body fat down.

"I'm rocking and rolling. I feel myself being that person that they drafted me to be. I feel like I'm coming into that person -- a dominant defensive tackle in the NFL."

Williams had 28 tackles and 2.5 sacks in his rookie season, and with Jamal Adams traded to the Seattle Seahawks and CJ Mosley opting out of the season, the Jets needed more.

"I reconstructed every aspect of my life around playing football this year, being on the field this year and not making the same mistakes I made last year," Williams said.

The No. 17 defensive tackle and No. 155 overall player in the 2016 247Sports Composite, Williams redshirted his first season in Tuscaloosa, then played in all 14 games as a redshirt freshman, making 20 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss and 2.0 sacks. But that was simply an appetizer for what came in his redshirt sophomore year, when Williams became the most dominant defensive player in college football and finished eighth for the Heisman Trophy.

A unanimous All-American pick, Williams won the Outland Trophy as the best lineman in college football and finished with 71 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss and 8.0 sacks.

That force is what inspired the Jets to take him right after Kyler Murray and Nick Bosa, players who finished their first seasons as the Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, respectively. Williams was in that discussion coming into the draft; now hell try to show that hes capable of becoming a foundational defensive piece.

"The biggest thing I keep looking for with him is, how disruptive can you be?" Jets coach Adam Gase said. "[It has to be] within the system, doing your job, but at the same time, making the offensive linemen think about you pre-snap."

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HAVE you ever tried the same diet as a friend, but ended up with completely different results?

If you've answered yes, the chances are you both have totally different body types too.

Well, guess what? People come in a variety of shapes and sizes - and it's uniqueness that makes us special.

But it also means that things like diets or fitness regimes might work for one person and not for the other.

Personal trainer and nutritionist Rachael Attard says successful weight loss comes down to knowing our own body shapes.

Generally, we fall in to one of three different types:ectomorph, mesomorph andendomorph.

Rachael says that identifying what shape you are will help you get results, whether it's becoming stronger or shedding the pounds.

She explained: "In a nutshell, endomorph body types are generally shorter and curvier, ectomorph body types are usually tall and slim and mesomorph body types are typically characterised as naturally muscular, with a medium size bone structure, broad shoulders and narrow waists.

"But, unlike body shapes, your body type focuses on how you gain weight and muscle."

Rachael, who has created a quiz to find out what body type you are, said that an ectomorphs generally find it quite difficult to gain weight or muscle but are naturally low in body fat.

Ectomorphs usually look lean and athletic and are usually the envy of their friends as they can eat large amounts of food seemingly without gaining weight.

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What exercises should an ectomorph do?

Rachael said that ectomorphs should take part in resistance training around three times a week.

"Since ectomorphs find it quite hard to gain muscle and they lose weight easily they should focus on heavy lifting, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and other resistance training workouts."

She said that cardio isn't needed unless you are trying to lose weight - and added that endomorphs should have one rest day a week.

What should ectomorphs eat?

According to Rachael, ectomorphs do better on a high carb diet, she also highlighted that ectomorphs should try and add proteins to every meal.

"Not all carbs are created equal. A few treats here and there are OK.

"But try to avoid sugar and focus on healthy carbs such as fruit, brown rice, whole grain pasta, quinoa and veggies", she added.

Mesomorphs tend to gain muscle easier than others and usually have large bone structures and muscles.

Rachael said people with this body type can often lose and gain weight quickly and often see results from exercise quickly too.

What exercises should a mesomorph do?

Rachael said that mesomorphs should stick to a regular cardio schedule and said weights should be monitored.

"If your goal is to lose weight, stick to body weight or lighter weight (higher rep) workouts.

"High-intensity cardio, such as running on a flat surface and at a steady pace, works best for fat loss. To challenge yourself, make one of your cardio days high intensity", she added.

What should mesomorphs eat?

When it comes to your food, Rachael said mesomorphs should aim for a balance between carbs, proteins, and fats - she said you should try and add these to all of your meals and snacks.

She added that you should watch the calories and focus on whole foods.

"If your body fat is being stubborn or you just need a little kick start, try a low carb and high protein diet for 4 weeks.

"Then switch it back".

According to Rachael, endomorphs can gain muscle very quickly, have great strength and endurance but may find weight loss a little more challenging.

She also said they may have a higher level of body fat.

What exercises should an endomorph do?

Rachael said that endomorphs should run more and should also power walk.

She said you should aim to power walk at least five times a week.

She added that you should also focus on lighter weights.

What should endomorphs eat?

When it comes to what an endomorph should be munching on, Rachael said a low carb diet it best.

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She added that you should also have a diet that is high in fat and proteins.

"Both of them will keep you feeling fuller for longer and will help you burn more calories.

"Think lean meats, oily fish, nuts, seeds and avocado", she added.

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One of the worlds most frequent fliers reveals how he lost more than 30 pounds while staying at home.

Discovery Channel host Josh Gates has lost more than 30 pounds while readjusting to life away from ... [+] the road.

Josh Gates has scaled the planets most remote mountains, trekked through its densest jungles and ventured to the depths of its darkest caves. Pre-pandemic, Gates was spending the majority of his year overseas while filming the hit Discovery Channel series Expedition Unknown. It was a lifestyle that made the 43-year-old adventurer an expert at sleeping on airport floors and grabbing mealsany kind of mealson the go.

The result was a lack of regular exercise and healthy diet that Gates says made a healthy lifestyle difficult. But recently, the everymans adventurer has changed his routine, dropping more than 30 pounds since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic while inadvertently documenting the results onscreen. This week, I connected with Gates to see how one of the worlds most frequent fliers views fitness in the field.

Joe Sills: What is your typical travel schedule like?

Josh Gates: Pre-pandemic, it was being overseas 200-plus days a year. We have a really aggressive travel schedule at Expedition Unknown. We spend a lot of time out of the country and we spend most of the time that we are back either preparing for the next expedition or writing, editing and getting shows ready to air. It really is a year-round lifestyle.

Joe Sills: It sounds more like a lifestyle than a job.

Josh Gates: Yes. It is. When you are out there on the road, everything you do is servicing the show. We are not really in tourist destinations usually. We are out there in the middle of the jungle, out in the desert somewhere, or at an archaeological site. Everything you are doing is about trying to tell the story of whatever legend or mystery or artifact we are studying that week.

Joe Sills: When did you make the conscious decision to lose weight while you were at home?

Josh Gates: I think everybody during the pandemic has gone one of two ways: either you havent paid attention to your fitness at all and youre at home and stuffing your face. Or, like a lot of people, you have become goal-oriented because you can focus on different things.

I spent a few weeks sitting at home not doing much, and it kind of hit meI have this time and it is important to use this time. Theres so much about this current situation that is tragic, but it is also a real shakeup for most of us from this routine that we are in. For me, the pandemic was an opportunity to craft a new routine.

Joe Sills: At last check, you said youve lost about 35 pounds since March. Describe your journey with weight.

Josh Gates: I am kind of a lifelong lose weight, gain weight kind of guy. Im a big guy; Ive always been a big guy. I go through phases where I am being really disciplined and lose weight. Then, I go through phases where I am super stressed out and stuck in an editing bay all day or unable to find healthy food, or Im eating chips on the side of the road on the other side of the world somewhere.

It really depends, I kind of go up and down like most people.

Joe Sills: How easy is it to just order takeout when youre in the editing bay?

Josh Gates: I think thats where most of us get into troublewith prepacked, processed food. A lot of our weight struggles in general have to do with that. Sometimes, the easiest food to get your hands on is the stuff thats the worst for you. Its the most high in saturated fat. Its the most calorie dense, and its really the least nutritiously beneficial stuff.

Theres a reason fast food is popular: its cheap and easy to get.

I have a mindless diet and a conscious diet. My mindless diet is pizza and carbs. I love carbs. I could go forever without eating ice cream and sweets, but for me the pizza and bread are weak spots. I have to moderate that. If you want to lose weight, limiting carb intake and eating a lot of fresh vegetables while being conscious of your sugar intake works.

Joe Sills: Have you ever felt limited in the field because you were riding that rollercoaster and maybe weighed a little more than you wanted to at the time?

Josh Gates: Yeah, I think that and age. Adventuring around the world is a young mans game. I am not in my 20s anymore. But a lot of it isnt so much that I am out of breath. I actually have pretty good endurance still. I can go hike up a mountain and carry a heavy pack for a long time. Its my knees that are not as strong as they used to be and my flexibility. Its my core strength.

If you havent worked out in a while, the first week or two can be miserable. But, once you start getting into it again and being active, its amazing how incredibly quick you gain back a lot of that muscle memory and that strength.

Joe Sills: Tell me about your workout routine. What are you doing now to stay fit?

Josh Gates: I think a lot of people are intimidated by figuring out their perfect workout routine. For me, its a much more simple philosophy. Its about moving. Its about being active. I am not trying to get into a specific kind of shape or train for a specific thing. I am at my best when I am being active every day and making time in my schedule every single day to go jogging or hiking or go for a walk. Even a simple 30-minute walk can do wonders for your day. My routine is a combination of that and monitoring what I eat.

I am a big believer in calorie tracking. Its not for everyonebecause it requires a lot of attentionbut for a lot of us who kind of mindlessly eat, it works. I am kind of a stress eater, and a fitness tracking app can do wonders for that. It is so instructional to see what you think you eat in a day compared to what you really eat in a day.

A lot of the things that we mindlessly eat, like a bag of chips or a snack, are not even a satisfying experience to eat. They are just a quick carb load or sugar rush. For me, its about being mindful. I have a great relationship with my Apple Watch and my calorie tracking app. I use it everyday and just let that keep me honest.

Gates transformed his office space into a set for his at-home talk show "Josh Gates Tonight."

Joe Sills: Your new show, Josh Gates Tonight started right when the pandemic hit, and its interesting to literally watch your weight loss journey unfold weekly onscreen. How did that show come about?

Josh Gates: It was something of a weird miracle. We were well-positioned to film something when the pandemic hit, because we make a lot of after shows for Expedition Unknown that are kind of in the wheelhouse of a talk show already. We also had lights and cameras laying around, and because I am very involved in the show already, I have some facility to set that stuff up.

Really quickly, we threw Josh Gates Tonight together in a spare bedroom in my house, which had bookcases in it that looked sort of adventurous and had some of my artifacts on them. Then, we started having conversations with people over Zoom. At the time, we didnt know how that was going to translate onscreen but it has become the norm.

Its been a fascinating adventure for me. Its a different muscle to flex and I am having such a blast talking to celebrities and really interesting people, while giving folks a break every week that lets them have some fun.

Joe Sills: As someone whose career is based onscreen, people might assume you are always comfortable in your own skin. Do you ever find yourself looking back at old footage and not loving the way you look?

Josh Gates: No. I think you cant get too caught up in that or you are chasing the wrong thing. I have just always been a big guy. Ive never been some buff adventure dude. But the thing about me is I am authentically this guy. I travel the world. I climb up mountains. I go to really distant, exotic and far away places. I know that I walk the walk. I am that guy.

I have never felt pressured by any network I have ever worked for or anybody to change the way that I look.

I think all of us would love to snap our fingers and be Chris Pratt, but in the real world, as long as I am able to get out there and move around and have adventures and go to all of the places that the show takes us, I feel great about it.

Making Expedition Unknown is such a challenge. Just to get access to the places we go and investigate these stories, following them to the places that those tales take us around the world is a challenge. Thats where my focus really is, and I try to be as healthy as I can be along the way.

Joe Sills: I feel like you are a normal guy and youre inspirational to other normal guys who want to do great things.

Josh Gates: I think thats a big part of the appeal of the show. When people watch Expedition Unknown, the impression I want to give them is that they are along for the journey. In order to invite somebody on a trip and take them with you around the world, you have to have authenticity. What we are not trying to do is present this overly heroic version of things.

We go, we have these adventures; but we also want to show all of the flat tires and bad food and the things that go wrong that go along with it. Part of the mission of the show is keeping it real, in that sense.

Joe Sills: Is Josh Gates Tonight going to continue until youre able to film Expedition Unknown again?

Josh Gates: Like all things right now, that is a bit of a mystery. The show has been really well received. It is rating really well, so I think we are all really happy to keep making it for now.

We are having great conversations with great guests every week. We have had on famous athletes like Shaq. We have had famous actors and archaeologists and explorers. Neil deGrasse Tyson is coming on soon. Its an awesome way to see the world and hang out and have a cocktail with interesting people every week.

That said, I am excited to travel. Thats my thing. It has been supremely weird for me to not get on an airplane. That has been my life. I lived on airlines and lived on airport floors. My whole life was based on the weird ecosystem of airports, so thats been a huge adjustment for me. I miss that world. Its what I love to do, so I am hopeful to get back out to adventuring the world soon, but I am also really happy that fans love Josh Gates Tonight.

Gates, seen here atop Mayan ruins in Belize, built a life around flights and fast-tracking around ... [+] the globe.

Joe Sills: As a new talk show host, is there a guest you would find intimidating to interview. Say, David Letterman?

Josh Gates: I would be terrified to talk to David Letterman. Terrified.

There are definitely guests who I sat down and fired up the Zoom for, and I was nervous with sweaty palms. But the longer I do the show, the more I am able to sit down and realize that all of the folks are going through the same thing the rest of us are. All of the red carpet glitz and glamour they are usually framed in has been stripped away. They are just hanging out. Their kids are in the background, and they are just down-to-earth, interesting people with amazing life stories that want to chat.

Joe Sills: Can you give the readers a detailed artifact to spot in the background of your set? Something that has a cool story behind it?

Josh Gates: I have to tell you that my office on the show is actually my office. It is not a fake set. It really is the room I work out of. We redesigned it a bit during the pandemic. It has a lot more detail behind me, because we took a lot of my items out of storage and dressed the back of the room nicely. But almost everything behind me is real.

There are masks from countries I have been to. There is an architectural piece from a beautiful Indonesian traditional house that was gifted to me. There are a bunch of spears I have collected. We did an episode on Nefertiti and theres a 3D print of her face behind me. I have hidden many Easter eggs on the set that I like to see if people can see or call out. So if youre an eagle-eyed viewer, you can spot those.

Josh Gates Tonight airs weekly on Wednesdays at 9ET on Discovery Channel and is streamable anytime via the Discovery Channel app. Follow Josh Gates on Twitter (@joshuagates) and on Instagram (@gatesygram) to follow his weight loss journey and interact with him on the show.

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Did you know that onion, a food item which is used in almost every household on a daily basis can help you lose weight? Yes, you read it right. You must be eating onions daily but not experiencing any change in your overall weight. It is because you are not having them the right way. Also Read - Best Weight Loss Food For Vegetarians: Eat These Homemade Lentils And Bid Adieu to Excess Body Fat

Onions are rich in soluble fibre and that helps in keeping your gut healthy, which is important for effective weight loss. Onions are strong probiotic food that can aid in losing fat quickly if eaten raw. You can also have them by squeezing out its juice. Here we tell you the ideal way to consume onion if you are looking to lose weight. Also Read - Here is How Raw Paneer Helps in Weight Loss

You need 1 bulb of onion and 3 cups of water to prepare onion juice. All you need to do is to boil the water and put onions. Then grind it in a mixer. And, drink the juice.

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The problem of obesity is increasing rapidly all over the world. Many types of diseases arise due to weight gain. People follow regular exercises along with healthy and clean diet to reduce obesity. But despite this many times, weight is not reduced.

Weight usually increases for several reasons. Poor lifestyle and unhealthy diet are one of the main reasons. Apart from this, obesity also increases due to various diseases. Everyone tries different ways to lose weight and keep the body healthy. Lets know what people do to lose weight in different countries of the world.Thailand: Spicy Foods

Thai food is one of the most spicy foods in the world. Spicy food increases metabolism and does not allow hunger for long. There is no desire to eat again and again. This is why people of Thailand eat very spicy food for weight loss.Also read: Do these 5 tasks daily in the morning to reduce weight, will reduce more than 2 kg weight in a monthPoland: Homemade Food

United Kingdom: eating less

British people eat small amounts of food at home and even in restaurants. According to nutritionists, eating small amounts of food a few times does not accumulate excess fat on the body. Also, weight is also controlled.

Also read: Eat as much as you want without stopping, these foods will not increase weight

France: eat slowly

According to the study, 92 percent of French families eat very slowly. This makes food better absorbed in the body. At the same time, the stomach also fills quickly. This does not increase obesity.

India: Ayurvedic Mixture

People in India resort to Ayurveda for good physical and mental health. There are many ways to lose weight in Ayurveda. They have no side effects and health is also good.

All these methods are very effective for weight loss. Regardless of the country you are in, you can try these to keep yourself fit and reduce obesity.

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North Texas is quickly closing in on its 2020 season assuming it goes off in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Mean Green finished 4-8 last fall and will look to bounce back under Seth Littrell, beginning with its season-opener on Sept. 5 at Apogee Stadium against Houston Baptist.

A whole lot has happened since the end of last season, including the departure of record-setting quarterback Mason Fine and the arrival of a few key transfers.

That makes now as good a time for a bit of a reset and a look at the players UNT will depend on heading into the season.

This is not a straight list of UNTs top players. Its a look at the names UNT fans should know heading into the season:

1. Austin Aune

Sophomore QB / 6-foot-2, 216 pounds

2019 stats: 4-of-5 passing, 136 yards, 1 touchdown

Breakdown: The biggest question UNT faces heading into the season is who will take over for Fine, the two-time Conference USA Offensive Player of the Year.

Aune is one of a handful of quarterbacks in the race for the starting job and is one of the more intriguing players on UNTs roster. The former Argyle standout and TCU signee gave up football after he was drafted in the second round of the Major League Baseball draft out of high school.

He spent six years playing in the New York Yankees system but never made much headway. He decided to play football again and landed at UNT.

Aune has barely seen any live action in football since he was a senior in 2011.

The Mean Green are hoping Aune can regain the form that made him one of the top quarterbacks in Texas his senior year.

North Texas quarterback Jason Bean carries the the ball during the Mean Green's loss to Utah State in the New Mexico Bow at the end of the 2018 season.

2. Jason Bean

Sophomore QB / 6-foot-3, 189 pounds

2019 stats: 22-of-35 passing, 176 yards, 3 touchdowns; 13 carries for 80 yards

Breakdown: Bean served as Fines primary backup last season and is competing with Aune to start this fall. He is one of the faster and more athletic quarterbacks UNT has. The question is if he can translate those physical skills to the field and cut down on mistakes. He threw three interceptions in 2019, when he also lost a fumble in a loss to Louisiana Tech.

North Texas wide receiver Jaelon Darden (1) lunges for the end zone and scores a touchdown during the Mean Green's loss to UAB to cap the 2019 season.

3. Jaelon Darden

Senior WR / 5-foot-9, 174 pounds

2019 stats: 76 catches, 736 yards, 12 touchdowns

Breakdown: Darden was UNTs lone first-team All-Conference USA selection last season when he led the Mean Green in all three major receiving categories. The senior excels at working the middle of the field and just makes plays. He enters his senior season with 156 catches for 1,592 yards and 19 touchdowns. Darden will be a vital security blanket for whoever takes over as UNTs quarterback.

North Texas defensive lineman Dion Novil (97) takes down Rice running back Austin Walter at Apogee Stadium during the 2018 season.

4. Dion Novil

Senior DT / 6-foot-4, 330 pounds

2019 stats: 61 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks

Breakdown: Novil might be the best overall player on UNTs roster. The senior is a load in the middle of the Mean Greens defensive front and is athletic enough to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. UNT is expected to employ a three-man front this fall under new coordinator Clint Bowen. The Mean Green desperately need to improve defensively after allowing 32.5 points per game last season. Novil will be a big part of UNTs plans to reach that goal.

5. Jyaire Shorter

Sophomore WR / 6-foot-2, 215 pounds

2019 stats: 24 catches, 473 yards, 9 touchdowns

Breakdown: Shorter emerged as one of UNTs top playmakers in 2019 when he caught nine touchdown passes as a redshirt freshman. The Killeen native has a rare combination of size and speed that make him a matchup nightmare. Fine found Shorter on deep passes repeatedly last season. The question heading into 2020 is if UNT will be able to find a quarterback who can get Shorter the ball.

6. Tre Siggers

Junior RB / 5-foot-8, 200 pounds

2019 stats: 152 carries for 853 yards and 6 touchdowns in 10 games

Breakdown: Siggers emerged as one of UNTs top players last season after moving to running back from safety. He rushed for 164 yards and a touchdown in a loss to SMU in his season debut in the second week of the season. Siggers went on to rush for at least 75 yards in seven games. The former Duncanville standout is a bruising runner and will be among a host of talented running backs UNT can lean on.

North Texas offensive lineman Manase Mose stands on the sideline during UNT's loss to SMU last season. Mose is one of UNT's key veterans.

7. Manase Mose

Junior OL / 6-foot-1, 292 pounds

2019 stats: 12 starts at right guard

Breakdown: Mose has started all 25 games of his career at right guard and will be vitally important for UNT as it looks to rebuild its offensive line after losing four seniors following the 2019 season. The Mean Green have just two offensive linemen who started games last season returning in Mose and fellow junior Jacob Brammer. UNT will look to that duo for leadership up front. Mose is the Mean Greens best offensive lineman.

North Texas linebacker KD Davis celebrates after the Mean Green came up with a stop during a win over Middle Tennessee last season at Apogee Stadium.

8. KD Davis

Junior LB / 5-foot-11, 229 pounds

2019 stats: 88 tackles, 7.0 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, 2 fumble recoveries

Breakdown: Davis led UNT in tackles as a sophomore and was a steady performer for a defense that struggled overall. The former Ennis standout came to UNT as a defensive back but has put on weight and grown into the linebacker role. Hes listed at 229 pounds now, up 15 pounds from last season. UNT will look to Davis to help lead the way as it looks to improve on the 13 turnovers it forced last season.

9. Tyreke Davis

Senior LB / 5-foot-10, 220 pounds

2019 stats: 80 tackles, 14.0 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, 7 quarterback hurries

Breakdown: Davis was among UNTs best playmakers on defense in 2019, when he led the Mean Green with 14 tackles for loss. The former Ryan standout has put on 11 pounds since last season and should be better equipped to handle the rigors of the year. UNT will need Davis to continue making plays as it looks to improve its performance on defense.

10. DeAndre Torrey

Senior RB / 5-foot-7, 195 pounds

2019 stats: 73 carries for 380 yards and 2 touchdowns in 10 games, 491 kickoff return yards, 96 receiving yards

Breakdown: Torrey led UNT in all-purpose yards with 967 last season and has been a productive player in his two seasons with the Mean Green. He has rushed for 1,357 yards in his time at UNT. The Mean Green are arguably deeper at running back than any other position, but Torrey is the type of player UNT needs to get the ball to on a consistent basis.

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JACKSON TWP. This spring and summer have been unusual in a number of ways. The string of 90-degree temperature days throughout the end of June and July were a bit out of the norm. The drought conditions of late July and early August are different. But the most unusual part of this spring and summer has been the stay at home order and all of the summer events being canceled because of the pandemic.

While the kids have gotten outside to ride bikes, walk and play with friends, many adults are working from home, doing curbside shopping and generally not getting out and being as active as normal.

While it is easy to just spend every day in front of a computer or watching television or maybe doing some gardening a couple times a week, many experts say it is healthier for all ages to get active and stay active. It is important for physical and as well as mental health.

"There are three areas of focus when thinking of staying active; circulation of blood, improving muscle flexibility and strength and a persons well-being and mental health," said Lisa Fox, a physical therapist at Mercy Medical Center in Jackson Township

For circulation, Fox said that staying active helps keep the heart healthy, helps with breathing and boosts the immune system which can help fight or prevent illnesses and viruses. Moving or exercising can improve circulation which circulates the antibodies and the white blood cells.

"It is always best to get evaluated or get a checkup from your primary doctor before beginning any exercise program. People with previous injuries or with arthritis need to make sure they are safe to exercise. Here at Mercy Medical, we can customize a plan of care for stretching and strengthening based on the persons age and their current activity level," Fox said.

Activities like walking or exercise also eases stress because it by releases endorphins as well as relieving anxiety. Fox said that stress increases muscle tension in the neck or lower back regions.

"As a physical therapist, we can do a soft tissue massage or dry needling to help relieve the results of stress," Fox said.

She added that staying active during the pandemic, especially if it continues through the fall and winter months, is even more important during something like a stay at home order.

"Staying active with exercise of walking or biking effects breathing, circulation and keeping the heart healthy. It increases heart rate and the depth of respiratory rate. While all those things may not prevent getting something like COVID, it would make one healthier and might help fight the illness or make the recovery faster and easier. Strong heart, strong lungs and better mental health can help fight any disease," Fox said.

She offered some ways to stay active at home including a walking program either on a local trail or in one of the local parks or on a treadmill at home. She also suggested something even simpler like setting a timer and walking around ones home every day for a set amount of time. Fox also suggested doing daily general stretching at home or start doing yoga.

Stark County has many parks and walking trails throughout the area. Stark Parks has many options for people to get outside and get active.

"Keeping your body active and moving can be done with a variety of your own activities and experiences at Stark Parks," said Lisa Alderfer, educational programmer-recreation at Stark Parks. "From hiking, running, and biking trails to fishing and boating, to a Mindfulness Walk.

Alderfer added a list of other benefits such as increased energy, improved cardiovascular health and blood pressure, relieves insomnia, weight loss and control, and the ability to make spending time together with safe distancing possible.

Executive director of the Paul and Carol David YMCA in Jackson Township Bandon Bussey added that doing activities at the YMCA is a good way to stay active during all times of the year.

"The YMCA addresses three components including mental, spiritual and physical," said Bussey. "While in the pandemic, the stress of the uncertainty is unhealthy and coming to the YMCA for swimming, cycling or other activities can get people away from that stress for at least the length of the exercise."

He added that getting involved with a regular exercise routine can help release serotonins and trigger ones brain for positive thoughts.

"We have programs for all ages including low impact swimming, Silver Sneaker programming and we offer a personal trainer to evaluate and help develop programs for individuals," Bussey said.

He offered three things to keep in mind when starting an exercise program:

Set goals and understand what you want out of it and how to go about accomplishing those goals.

Just get started and get into a routine as quickly as possible.

Use the buddy system and find a friend to exercise with and to keep each other accountable.

The American Heart Association is gearing up for its annual heart walk in mid-October. While the event this year will be virtual, its still a great way to get involved with a good cause and to get moving. The event is used to promote staying healthy and keeping ones heart healthy. For more details, visit Stark Heart Walk on Facebook.

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Breakfast cereals are a popular, convenient meal or snack for adults and kids alike.

Yet, many cereals are far from nutritious, as theyre not only low in protein and fiber but also high in added sugar.

Notably, high added sugar intake is linked to an increased risk of several chronic illnesses, including heart disease, obesity, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (1, 2, 3, 4).

Additionally, eating high sugar cereals can lead to increased blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Over time, these elevated levels may allow the disease to progress, as well as increase your risk of complications like heart disease (5, 6, 7).

Nonetheless, numerous sugar-free breakfast cereals are available. Some are simply unsweetened, while others may contain sugar substitutes like stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit.

They may be good options for the low carb, high fat keto diet though its important to note that you should keep a careful eye on the carb count, as some sugar-free cereals are still high in carbs.

Healthline evaluated sugar-free cereals based on the following criteria:

Here are the 10 best sugar-free breakfast cereals.

General price ranges are indicated below with dollar signs ($ to $$$). One dollar sign means the product is rather affordable, whereas three dollar signs indicate a higher cost.

Generally, prices range from $0.19$1.47 per ounce, or $4.19$44.48 per package, though this may vary depending on where you shop and whether you buy in bulk.

Pricing guide

Price: $$$

Three Wishes is a cereal company started by a couple looking for a healthy cereal option for their family.

Its Grain-Free Unsweetened Cereal is the best overall option due to its limited number of ingredients, pleasant toasted flavor, and nutrient content.

This grain-free cereal contains just four quality ingredients chickpeas, tapioca, pea protein, and salt. As a result, its vegan, completely sugar-free, and free of all major allergens. Its also certified gluten-free.

Moreover, its high in protein and fiber, both of which are linked to benefits for blood sugar control, appetite regulation, and weight loss (8, 9. 10, 11).

Just 1 cup (47 gram) provides (12):

Three Wishes offers 3 flavored options as well, each of which contains just 4 grams of sugar per cup (47 grams).

Shop for Three Wishes Grain-Free Unsweetened Cereal here.

Price: $

Shredded wheat is a classic breakfast cereal made of crunchy wheat biscuits. While many brands are coated in added sugar, Barbaras Shredded Wheat contains just one ingredient whole grain wheat.

Certified by the Whole Grain Council and non-GMO verified, Barbaras Shredded Wheat is the best whole wheat option thanks to its simple ingredient list and high fiber content.

Regular intake of whole grains is associated with a reduced risk of several diseases, including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and certain cancers like colorectal cancer (13, 14, 15, 16).

Furthermore, consumers note that these biscuits dont get soggy too quickly with milk.

A single two-biscuit (51-gram) serving provides (17):

Due to its relatively high carb count, this cereal is not keto-friendly and may be unsafe for people with diabetes, especially when combined with milk.

Shop for Barbaras Shredded Wheat Cereal online.

Price: $$$

HighKey makes keto-friendly breakfast cereals, snacks, and baking mixes.

The keto diet is a very low carb, high fat eating pattern originally developed to treat seizures in children. It causes the body to burn fat in the form of ketones.

The standard version of this diet limits carbs to 2050 grams per day to sustain ketosis, a metabolic state in which your body burns fat for fuel instead of carbs (18).

HighKey Protein cereal comes in four flavors cinnamon, cocoa, frosted, and fruity. Each product contains less than 1 gram of sugar per serving, has a limited ingredient list, and is sweetened with natural sweeteners like erythritol, monk fruit extract, and allulose syrup.

Allulose is a very low calorie, low carb sugar substitute thats found naturally in a few fruits and whole grains but often manufactured in a lab. Its generally recognized as safe and isnt linked to any serious side effects (19, 20, 21, 22).

HighKey also offers some of the highest protein cereals on the market. Because their protein comes from milk protein isolate, their products arent dairy-free or vegan. However, theyre gluten- and grain-free.

One cup (56 grams) provides (23):

Shop for HighKey Protein Cereal online.

Price: $$

Kashi is renowned for its whole grain breakfast cereals, as well as other health-conscious foods.

Its 7 Whole Grain Puffs is one of the best sugar-free breakfast cereals for people with diabetes, as its low in carbs and calories but still provides ample fiber and protein.

This cereal is free of additives and preservatives. Its made from a blend of whole grains and seeds, including sesame seeds, brown rice, rye, oats, buckwheat, triticale, barley, and red wheat.

Due to their high fiber content, whole grains are linked to diabetes benefits, such as improvements in blood sugar control, weight, inflammation, and total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels (24).

Only 1 cup (27 grams) provides (25):

While this cereal doesnt offer much flavor on its own, you can add dairy or nondairy milk to bolster the taste.

Shop for Kashi 7 Whole Grain Puffs online.

Price: $

Puffed rice has been exposed to heat and steam to create a puffy, light texture and mild flavor. Its commonly used not only in breakfast cereals but also dessert and snack bars for added crunch.

Whats more, puffed rice is often very low in calories.

Natures Path Rice Puffs Cereal is one of the best low calorie, sugar-free options because its certified organic and made only with brown rice.

Since this cereal is produced in a facility that processes wheat, it may be cross-contaminated with gluten and isnt the best choice for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

Just 1 cup (16 grams) contains (26):

While low in calories, this cereal is also low in fiber and protein. Thus, it isnt very filling on its own though milk, soy milk, or Greek yogurt can help in this regard. You can also combine it with one of the higher protein options on this list.

Shop for Natures Path Rice Puffs Cereal online.

Price: $$$

Available in four flavors, Magic Spoon provides a sugar-free, low carb spin on kids cereals.

Made without artificial ingredients, its products are also gluten-, grain-, and soy-free. While they arent vegan or dairy-free due to their milk protein, theyre loaded with healthy protein.

Although many kid-friendly cereals contain artificial food dyes, all of Magic Spoons products use natural colorings like vegetable juice and turmeric.

Theyre sweetened with a blend of sugar substitutes, including monk fruit, stevia, and allulose.

One cup (37 grams) of Magic Spoons cereals provides (27):

Magic Spoon is likewise keto-friendly. Each cup (37 grams) provides just 4 grams of net carbs the number of digestible carbs calculated by subtracting the grams of fiber and allulose from the total number of carbs.

Shop for Magic Spoon Grain-Free Cereal online.

Hot cereals like oatmeal and cream of wheat are popular options, but many premade versions have added sugars.

As such, its best to make your own from ingredients that are free of added sugars and additives, as well as high in protein and fiber.

Price: $

Oatmeal is a classic hot breakfast cereal thats rich in important nutrients, including protein, B vitamins, and several essential minerals (28, 29).

Its also an excellent source of beta glucan, a type of fiber linked to various health benefits, including improved gut bacteria, lower blood sugar levels, and reduced LDL (bad) and total cholesterol (30, 31, 32).

While many brands exist, Natures Path is one of the best because its rolled oats are certified organic and non-GMO verified. Best of all, their oats cook up into a creamy texture with a strong oat flavor.

In addition to their Old Fashioned Original Rolled Oats, Natures Path offers quick-cooking and steel-cut oats all of which contain oats as the only ingredient.

One cup (230 grams) of cooked rolled oats provides (33):

To make the amount above, use 1/2 cup (40 grams) of dry rolled oats and 1 cup (237 mL) of water.

Note that the small amount of sugar is naturally occurring.

Shop for Natures Path Original Rolled Oats online.

Price: $$

In addition to organic gluten-free oats, Purely Elizabeth Original Ancient Grain Oatmeal & Hot Cereal contains a handful of organic, nutrient-rich ingredients, including quinoa flakes and puffed amaranth, as well as flax, hemp, and chia seeds (34).

These seeds are often deemed super seeds because theyre rich in fiber, plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, and several essential vitamins and minerals (35, 36).

Ready in just 2 minutes, this hot cereal has a slight nutty flavor and creamy texture with a pleasant crunch.

Just 1 cup (230 grams) cooked provides (37):

This hot cereal is certified organic and gluten-free, as well as non-GMO verified.

Shop for Purely Elizabeth Original Ancient Grain Oatmeal & Hot Cereal online.

Granola is a common breakfast food thats made from oats, nuts, seeds, oil, and a sweetener like brown sugar or maple syrup. Its usually baked until crispy and may feature dried fruit as well.

Although most granolas arent great for those trying to limit their sugar intake, a few brands use alternative sweeteners to create a sugar-free product.

Still, as granola can be high in calories, you should be mindful of your portions, especially if youre watching your weight.

Price: $$$

Low Karb makes keto-friendly granolas and baking mixes using high quality ingredients.

Its Keto Cacao Nut Granola is a delicious, sugar-free option with a flavor that resembles a nuttier Cocoa Krispies.

This granola has a limited ingredient list that contains mostly whole foods, including almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, pecans, coconut chips, and butter. Its flavored with erythritol, monk fruit extract, and cacao powder instead of sugar.

A 1-cup (105-gram) serving provides (38):

Note that the sugars are naturally occurring.

You can pair one serving of this sugar-free granola with unsweetened almond milk or eat it on its own as a snack.

Shop for Low Karb Keto Cacao Nut Granola online.

Price: $$$

Snaxly is another keto-friendly granola brand that prioritizes simple, high quality ingredients.

Grain- and sugar-free, Snaxlys Cinnamon Crunch Nut Granola is made with almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, coconut chips, pecans, erythritol, monk fruit extract, butter, and cinnamon.

Just 1 cup (105 grams) provides (39):

This cinnamon-flavored granola gets great reviews for its delicious taste and crunchy texture.

Shop for Snaxly Keto Cinnamon Crunch Nut Granola online.

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When shopping for sugar-free cereal, look for products with short ingredient lists that contain mostly whole foods and are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.

To help you stay full for longer, try to choose a cereal with at least 3 grams of fiber and 4 grams of protein per 1-cup serving.

Its also important to pay attention to the serving size, as you may find that you consume more than one serving in a typical meal.

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The Top 10 Sugar-Free Cereal Options of 2020 - Healthline

This list, now in its fifth year, is made up of prospects who have yet to make their major-league debut

ST. LOUIS With Dylan Carlsons overdue promotion to the major leagues last week, its time to re-rank the top prospects in the Cardinals organization.

It goes without saying that the 21-year-old Carlson is currently the best prospect in the organization but he is ineligible for this list because of his status as a major-leaguer. This list, now in its fifth year, is made up of prospects who have yet to make their major-league debut.

In addition to Carlson, five other players who were on last years list have been promoted to the major league since then and are no longer eligible Junior Fernandez (6th on last years list), Randy Arozarena (8th), Jake Woodford (11th), Genesis Cabrera (13th) and Kodi Whitley (17th).

Six players on this years list have joined the organization within the last year: one by trade (Matthew Liberatore), three through this years amateur draft (Jordan Walker, Masyn Winn and Tink Hence) and two as international free agent signings (Edwin Nunez and Jake Burns).

As with everything baseball-related in this year of COVID-19, it was harder to compile these rankings without any minor-league performances to evaluate and compare.

Nolan Gorman and Liberatore find themselves at the top of the list. The two, who grew up playing youth baseball together in Arizona, have been together again in Springfield this summer but not as members of the Double A team as they had envisioned in the spring but instead just working out in the Cardinals alternate site camp, which was filled with a number of the organizations top prospects.

Here is the STLSportsPage 2020 re-ranking of the top prospects in the organization:

1: Nolan Gorman. Last years ranking: 2

This season was supposed to be the breakout year for the left-handed hitting Gorman, just as was the case for Carlson last year at Springfield. Gorman has been following almost exactly on the same track as Carlson, just about a year behind, and at 20 years old, he also is the same age Carlson was last summer when he became the Texas League Player of the Year. Escaping the hitter-stifling Florida State League would have helped Gorman unleash his potential to become a solid middle of the order power bat and put him in line to challenge for a spot on the major-league roster as early as next summer. Like Carlson, the first-round pick in 2018 has a high baseball IQ and should make the necessary adjustments to be successful at the higher levels of the minors. Gormans defense at third base is still a work in progress and he will have to show that he can stick at the position as he keeps moving up in the system. Not being able to do more than just work out and play simulated games this year, however, probably will result in a short delay in Gormans projected path to the majors.

2: Matthew Liberatore. Last year: Not in the organization

liberatore inside 8-18As soon as the off-season trade with Tampa Bay was complete, the 20-year-old Liberatore immediately became the best pitching prospect in the Cardinals organization. The left-handed Liberatore was the Rays top pick in 2018 and was brought along slowly by Tampa Bay in his first two pro seasons, pitching in rookie ball and low Class A. He was poised to jump quickly through high A this summer on his way to Springfield, but like Gorman, his progress was slowed because of the cancellation of the minor-league season. That likely will result in Liberatore spending the 2021 season at Springfield but has not reduced the Cardinals excitement about his potential as a top-of-the rotation starter in the no-too-distant future. At 6-foot-4 and 200 pounds, Liberatore has the perfect pitchers body and profiles as the most promising left-handed starter the Cardinals have brought along since Rick Ankiel 20 years ago.

3: Zack Thompson. Last years ranking 5

While its been a long time since the Cardinals had a left-handed starting prospect like Liberatore, its been even longer since they had two left-handers who project to both be in the rotation for years to come at some point in the next few years. The 22-year-old Thompson was their top selection in the 2019 draft from the University of Kentucky and because of his age and experience probably will reach the majors earlier than Liberatore. Thompson also has spent this summer at the alternate camp in Springfield after pitching well in spring training. He likely will join Liberatore in Springfields rotation in 2021 with a mid-season promotion to Memphis a strong possibility.

4. Masyn Winn. Last year: Not in the organization

The Cardinals second-round pick in this years draft out of a Texas high school, Winn has the potential to be either a shortstop, pitcher or both. He has always been a two-way player and the organization intends to allow him to try to do both, at least for the early portion of his professional career. The 18-year-old Winn was invited to be part of the Springfield summer camp, letting him get indoctrinated into pro baseball even though there was no minor-league season. He will begin next season in the low levels of the minors, but his exact destination could be determined by what happens to the structure of the minors, which could include the elimination of the Cardinals franchises in State College and Johnson City, where Winn most likely would have been assigned to begin the 2021 season.

5. Ivan Herrera. Last years ranking: 10

For the last few years fans have wondered, as have people inside the organization, who should be considered the heir apparent to Yadier Molina behind the plate once, or if, Molina retires. It was Carson Kelly for a while, then Andrew Knizner, but the answer might be Herrera. Now 20, Herrera has made steady progress through the organization since signing as a 16-year-old out of Panama. He split last season between Peoria and Palm Beach before finishing the year in the Arizona Fall League. He also was part of the Springfield camp this summer, and likely will be playing there next year. A career .309 hitter in the minors, Herreras bat is still ahead of his defense, but the Cardinals have been pleased with how hard he has worked to improve behind the plate.

Major-league ETA: September 2022

6. Jordan Walker. Last year: Not in the organization

The power-hitting Walker was the Cardinals top pick in this years draft and they were able to sign the 18-year-old away from a commitment to Duke. A third baseman, Walker is getting his first taste of pro baseball by working out this summer at the satellite camp in Springfield but wont be able to play his first professional games until next season. The right-handed hitting Walker, already 6-foot-5, could one day form a nice middle-of-the-order combination with Gorman, although one of them will have to move off third base. Walker also earns praise for his mental approach to the game, not surprising given his commitment to Duke. It will be interesting to see if the Cardinals are as aggressive with his team assignments next year as they were with Gorman, which would likely mean beginning the year at Peoria.

7. Johan Oviedo. Last years ranking: 9

The 22-year-old right-hander took a major step forward in the last year as he improved his physical conditioning by losing weight and reshaping his body. He will be set back slightly, as will most of the top prospects, by not getting to pitch in actual games this summer but the Cardinals still expect him to develop into a middle-of-the-rotation starter. An imposing figure on the mound because of his 6-foot-6 size and frame, Oviedo made it to Springfield last summer and likely would have split time between there and Memphis this season. He just needs to refine his pitches, develop more control and he will be ready for the major leagues.

Major-league ETA: September 2021

8. Trejyn Fletcher: Last years ranking: 3

Fletcher, selected in the second round out of a Maine high school in 2019, has taken a small step back in the rankings this year because his hit tool has yet to develop as the organization had hoped. He still obviously has time on his side at just 19 and the outfielder, who had been committed to Vanderbilt, likely will see improvement as he gets to play games and become comfortable with the pro game. Fletcher still profiles as a five-tool player and his speed in the outfield is a definite asset to his game. He probably will start next season in Peoria.

9. Edwin Nunez. Last year: Not in the organization

Nunez is probably one of the two most unknown players on this list as he was signed in June as an international free agent out of the Dominican Republic. The 18-year-old right-hander throws his fastball in the mid 90s and has touched 100 and at 6-foot-3 he has the physical frame to get bigger and stronger. Nunez was considered one of the top pitching prospects to come out of the Dominican Republic this year. He has not been able to pitch this summer so more than likely he will begin his pro career next season in the rookie level Gulf Coast League.

10. Tink Hence. Last year: Not in the organization

The second of the Cardinals two picks in the second round of this years draft, Hence is one of the youngest player in the class; he didnt turn 18 until earlier this month. The right-handed pitcher was a summer ball teammate of Masyn Winn and like Winn was committed to play college baseball at Arkansas. Hence can throw four pitches for strikes, hits the mid 90s with his fastball and the Cardinals believe he will only get better as he starts working with professional coaches and gets bigger and stronger. Because of this lost season, Hence will more than likely begin next season in the Gulf Coast League but could earn a fairly quick promotion and begin his move up through the organization.

11. Elehuris Montero. Last years ranking: 4

It really wasnt through anything that Montero did wrong last year why he has dropped down several places in thie years rankings. It really reflects the fact that he suffered through an injury-filled 2019 season. The MVP of the Midwest League in 2018, Montero also is missing needed development time this summer because of the cancellation of the minor-league season. He likely will be back at Springfield to begin next season, but then he will be competing with Gorman for playing time at third base. The biggest challenge for Montero will be to prove that he can still produce offensively as he moves up in the system and faces more consistent quality pitching. If he does that, the Cardinals will find a place for him perhaps as a future DH, which almost certainly will be in the NL to stay starting in 2022.

Major-league ETA: September 2022

12. Malcom Nunez. Last years ranking: 7

The fourth third baseman on this list, the 19-year-old Nunez ranks between Montero and Walker in terms of age, development and experience. He spent most of last season at Johnson City but was overmatched offensively during a short stint at Peoria. He is one of the prospects who could be impacted by the expected loss of the State College franchise next season, which likely would have been his best destination. He was invited to the teams alternate site camp this summer but like the other young prospects will suffer from not playing competitive games. Nunez is going to have to prove that his weight will not become an issue, which could prompt a move off third base.

13. Jhon Torres. Last years ranking: 15

The 20-year-old Torres was one of the players the Cardinals acquired from the Indians in the 2018 deadline trade that sent Oscar Mercado to Cleveland. The young outfielder had a solid season at Johnson City last year but like Nunez, struggled when he was exposed to the higher level competition at Peoria during a brief stay. Torres likely will head back there again in 2021 and should enjoy more success with another year of development. The right-handed hitter has the size (6-foot-4) to grow into becoming a power hitter; he has 19 homers in his first 152 games in the minors.

14. Angel Rondon. Last years ranking: 16

A native of the Dominican Republic, the 22-year-old right-hander was named the minor league pitcher of the year for the Cardinals in 2019 when he won 11 games and posted a 2.93 ERA in 28 starts combined between Palm Beach and Springfield while also averaging a strikeout per inning. More than likely Rondon will start next season back at Springfield but could be in line for a mid-season promotion to Memphis.

15. Alvaro Seijas. Last year: Not ranked

Still only 21 years old, Seijas has been on and off these ranking lists since 2015 when he signed with the Cardinals out of his native Venezuela. The right-hander had a bounce-back season in 2019, posting a 2.81 ERA in 24 combined starts between Peoria and Palm Beach and earning a spot on the 40-man roster. He has been at the Springfield camp this summer, and should get back there at some point next season once games resume.

16. Jake Burns: Last year: Not in the organization

One of the youngest players in the organization, the 17-year-old Burns signed with the Cardinals as a free agent last September when he was just 16. The catcher is a native of Australia and impressed Cardinals scouts during various international tournaments. He is a bat-first catcher but also knows defense at his position has to be a big part of his game. Most likely Burns will begin his pro career next summer in the rookie-level Gulf Coast League.

17. Julio Rodriguez. Last years ranking: 12

The third catcher in the top 20 rankings, Rodriguez has been slightly ahead of Herrera in terms of assignment the last couple of years and the challenge for him going forward will be to see if that can continue. At 23 he is older than Herrera, probably isnt quite as good offensively, but might have an edge behind the plate. He probably should play in Springfield next year, but if Herrera is there too, the question will be how to divide the playing time to ensure both get the work they need.

18. Tony Locey. Last years ranking: 14

The third-round pick in the 2019 draft out of the University of Georgia, Locey had a solid debut pro season even though, as with almost all college pitchers, he pitched a very limited number of innings, 17, over 12 games. What stands out is that in 15 innings at Peoria he recorded 28 strikeouts. As a right-handed reliever, the 22-year-old Locey could come quick and it is not out of the question he could be in the Springfield bullpen sometime next season.

19. Franklin Soto. Last year: Not ranked

A 20-year-old shortstop out of the Dominican Republic, Soto was listed last season as the player to watch from the rookie level Gulf Coast League Cardinals. He was one of nine members of the first graduating class from the Cardinals academy in the Dominican Republic. He struggled offensively in his first pro season in the U.S., hitting .226, but as he grows and gets stronger the Cardinals are confident that part of his game will improve. As is the case with other prospects near his age and level of development, deciding where he should play next year will be challenging if the State College and Johnson City teams are eliminated.

20. Mateo Gil. Last year: Not ranked

The son of former major-leaguer Benji Gil was selected by the Cardinals in the third round of the 2018 draft. A TCU commit at the time, Gil spent his first full season at Johnson City last year and had a solid offensive season. The shortstop likely profiles best as a utility player at the major-league level with the ability to handle all of the infield positions. Now 20, he will likely be asked to make the jump to Peoria to begin next season.

Dropping off the list from last year were Griffin Roberts (14) and Logan Gragg (19).

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Commentary | Gorman, Liberatore move to the top in annual ranking of the Cardinals best prospects - KSDK.com

Most diet and health advice is broadly based on the assumption that a calorie is a calorie (and it doesn't matter when they're consumed).

But some research suggests that our bodies actually use calories more efficiently when consumed in the morning as opposed to the evening. This points to a strategy that could be beneficial for weight loss.

While there are many reasons for this phenomenon, one may be our circadian rhythm. This is the natural, internal process that regulates our sleep-wake cycle over a 24-hour period.

Not only does our circadian rhythm make us feel tired at night and alert during the day, it also regulates the timing of the body's processes including digestion, metabolism, and appetite regulation by secreting certain hormones based on what and when we eat, our physical activity and time of day.

However, this internal process can be altered by eating or exercising at abnormal times of the day. Changes to our circadian rhythm can impact our physical and mental health, and our immunity.

Given how important the circadian rhythm is for our bodies and overall health, our team wanted to know what effect it has on our metabolism. We conducted a review that examined studies in humans whose circadian rhythms had been disrupted on purpose by researchers, or because of night eating syndrome, where a person ate more than 25 percent of their daily calories in the evening or middle of the night.

Based on these studies, it was clear that our bodies do indeed prefer us to eat during daylight hours in sync with our natural circadian rhythm.

Most of the studies showed that intentional circadian rhythm disruption and night eating both caused changes to many important hormones that regulate appetite, energy expenditure and glucose regulation (resulting in changes in the levels of circulating insulin, leptin, cortisol and other appetite hormones in the blood).

Changes to these hormones could theoretically increase appetite while decreasing energy levels, leading to more calories eaten but fewer burned throughout the day. This could potentially lead to weight gain, but more research on this effect in humans is needed.

But given that all the studies were investigating different things (and so had different results), and they didn't measure changes in energy intake, expenditure and weight, this makes a suggested link between circadian rhythm disruption and weight gain inconclusive.

However, our study does find that the body's processes work best when you have regular sleep habits and don't ignore your circadian rhythm.

Other studies have also found evidence that suggests time of day influences energy balance and body weight. For example, eating more calories in the late evening has been linked with weight gain and obesity, possibly because of lower appetite regulation in the evening, or because late meals disrupt circadian rhythms and our energy levels making us less likely to exercise the following day.

Eating most of your calories in the morning may also lead to greater weight loss. This weight loss seems to occur despite similar daily food intake and activity levels to those who ate more calories in the afternoon or evening.

Though it's not known why this is the case, it may be because people who miss breakfast snack more in the evening or it could be because later food intake disrupts circadian rhythms.

However, it should be noted that not all studies agree that eating most of your day's calories in the morning leads to greater weight loss.

It has also been shown that higher levels of physical activity in people who eat breakfast (compared to those who didn't) may contribute to greater weight loss, so long as more calories are eaten in the morning instead of the evening.

Again, researchers aren't entirely sure why, but the theory is that morning feeding gives people more energy during the day, so they may be more active.

In contrast, consuming calories in the evening doesn't promote activity. Calories late in the evening may also disrupt circadian rhythms, leading to overall greater feelings of tiredness the next day and reduced physical activity.

A recent study also found changes in the brain's signals that control food reward in response to feeding time. The researchers think that eating more calories in the morning may improve body weight by reinforcing the brain's reward centres related to food therefore reducing overeating.

Time-restricted feeding (sometimes known as "intermittent fasting") is another approach gaining interest. This is when people are only able to eat within a specific timeframe over the day (such as over an eight or 12-hour period).

Research shows this appears to support weight loss predominantly through reducing calorie intake, likely because there's less time to eat. Intermittent fasting may also reinforce the natural circadian rhythm by stopping late-night eating.

While there's plenty of evidence supporting daytime eating as it's more in line with our natural circadian rhythm, more research is needed to fully understand the effect that this has on body weight. Of course, the type of foods you choose and your portion sizes have the biggest impact on your health.

But if it's the case that eating time is linked to differences in body weight and health, then when you eat may also need to be included in dietary advice.

Alex Johnstone, Personal Chair in Nutrition, The Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen and Leonie Ruddick-Collins, Honorary Research Fellow, Nutrition and Health, University of Aberdeen.

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.

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