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Like many girls her age, Dalia Hurtado is having an identity crisis.

Unlike most girls her age to say nothing of most boys Dalia deals with it by playing five sports: Shes on the varsity football, volleyball and soccer teams at Garfield High School in East Los Angeles and participates in soccer, softball and boxing through neighborhood and club programs.

Shes a one-girl lesson in diversity: a U.S. citizen with Mexican parents, a tough girl with a tender heart, a rugged athlete who applies her makeup with great care, a teenager who wants to hang out with friends yet spends much of her free time on weekends helping her grandmother.

I get my mind off a lot of things. I stay occupied, the 16-year-old says. Thats why I love doing it.

Im tired. But no tanto. Its become a routine.

Its become a way of coping too as she tries to find her way in this world, buoyed by a tenacity that has defined her life from an early age.

Dalia Hurtado gets ready in an empty locker room.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

Hurtado prays before Garfield plays in El Classico in 2019.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

Dalia was born in Los Angeles to parents who have returned to Mexico; they cant come here to cheer at games and wont be able to send her off to the prom or watch her graduate next spring. Her life, like her family, has been split by a border that, for the moment, cant be crossed from either side.

In the last few months, that life has been made even more complicated by a deadly virus that has taken away the two things schools and sports that have kept her focused.

At first I thought, Well, well be back in like two weeks, right? But those weeks have turned into months, she said, adding: I didnt get to say good-bye.

Nor did she get a chance to say good-bye to a close family friend in Nevada she knew as To Agustn; he died late last month from COVID-19.

My grandmother has been sad, she said. For Dalia, though, these are just more potholes on a path that never has been well-paved.

Dalia first crossed the border when she was 6, following her mother to Colima, Mexico. But even then she was dreaming big and quickly concluded those dreams wouldnt be realized in Colima, where her neighborhood, she said, was wracked by violence.

I told my mom I was going to move [back] to the United States because I dont like it here, she said. If she stayed in Colima, she told her told mother, Im not going to have a lot of opportunities like if I moved to the United States.

Dalia was just 10 at the time.

Her mother, Mireya Zamora, didnt have the proper documents to return to the U.S., and Dalias five siblings didnt want to leave Mexico, so Dalia got on the plane alone, flying here to join her grandmother Elizabeth Meza in a tiny back house off a crowded street two blocks north of Whittier Boulevard in East Los Angeles.

Her grandfather Roberto Meza lives in the house in front.

Dalia Hurtado has her hair braided by her abuela, Elizabeth Meza, before leaving to a catering job on Feb. 15. They had spent the afternoon prepping for their taco bar.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

In Mexico, Dalia had played soccer with boys, and she refused to be limited by gender stereotypes. When she tried out for the football team at Garfield as a sophomore, her grandmother objected, telling her it was too rough. Dalias mother had been a cheerleader. Why not try that?

But it was precisely because it was rough that she wanted to do it.

It didnt come easily at first. Standing a helmet and shoulder pads shorter than most of her teammates, Dalia made the team as a placekicker and then promptly missed her first kick.

It was embarrassing in front of all the guys, she said. But that didnt stop me. I practiced and practiced hard.

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That practice paid off last October when Dalia, a junior wearing No. 47 on her red Garfield jersey and kicking left-footed, made the final extra point in a 61-0 rout of Huntington Park.

I showed them that anythings possible, she said.

In part because of Dalias example, Garfield coach Lorenzo Hernandez says, there are now eight girls on his football team. None of them get special treatment.

You can come out, but this is the rule: You do exactly what everybody else does, Hernandez said he told each girl. Theres no exceptions. If we say youve got to be in the weight room every day, youve got to be in the weight room. The expectation is the same for everyone.

Last fall, Dalia was rushing from volleyball practice every afternoon to change into her football gear, stuffing her long black hair into an oversized helmet and hitting the field to work on her kicking. In the spring, before the shutdown, she often rode a bus more than an hour each way to soccer, boxing and softball practices and games, doing homework on the way.

Dalia Hurtado, left, rushes to her locker before a soccer game.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

Hurtado, far right, does homework as her teammates hang out after a scrimmage at John Marshall High School in December.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

The unique thing about it, which makes it really awesome, is that shes [inspiring] a bunch of other female athletes to come out and try multiple sports, you know? Hernandez said. She does a tremendous job with that. And I dont even think she realizes [it].

On the weekends, when there werent any games or practices, Dalia helped her grandmother sell homemade tacos and moles, sending much of what she earned to her family in Mexico. That stopped for a while with COVID-19.

Theres no parties. No more than 10 people can gather. Its been hard. I dont have any money, said Dalia, who finally returned to work with her grandmother last Saturday.

Until then, she had even less to keep her occupied.

When there is nothing to do like now, with school, sports and taco sales suspended by the coronavirus outbreak Dalias mind takes her to dark, sad places.

I stay in my room alone, and I think about my brothers and sisters and my mom, she said, the words tumbling out rapidly without emotion or punctuation in a voice so soft listeners must work hard to follow along. I go through those memories and all that when Im alone.

Elizabeth Meza, left, and Dalia Hurtado carry aguas to Elizabeths pickup truck before a catering job.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

Im laughing with my teammates and all that, then when I get home its like, damn. Realidad. I try my best not to think about it.

Her strongest sport is soccer, which Garfield coach Jose Rodriguez thinks could earn her a college scholarship. He sees her enjoyment in playing the game.

When shes in practice, shes just smiling, just wants to kick the ball, run and just play, forgetting about all the other problems, he said. Im pretty sure she uses sports as a method of dealing with the absence of her mom.

Dalia Hurtado, center, during a pregame huddle with her team at Garfield High School in East Los Angeles.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

There are other adults in Dalias life who understand that she lives primarily in the hyphen that separates her identities.

I think her thing right now is trying to find herself, said Sandra Williams, whose daughter Samantha was one of the first girls Dalia met when she returned from Mexico.

Samantha and Dalia were drawn together because they both felt like outcasts. Dalia had just arrived from another country; Samantha was being teased by other kids.

That was six years ago, and Dalia has been a constant summer presence in the Williams home ever since.

I tell her to do whatever is best for her. Dont let other people influence whatever your heart tells you, said Sandra Williams, who now lives in Corona. Shes a really good girl for all shes been through. Shes very smart.

Dalias obsession with sports disciplines her in a way that she wont get lost, Sandra Williams said. If youre born and raised in L.A., its hard. You can either go the bad way or the good way. Sports kept her going the right way. And kept her busy.

Samantha Zuniga and Dalia Hurtado, right, share a moment while scrolling through social media at Samanthas home March 18 in Corona.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

With her school out and her sports suspended, Dalia, whose angular face is creased by long, dark eyebrows that dart up at the ends, giving her a perennially quizzical expression, has had to work harder to keep her body and mind occupied. Shes spent time in Corona and with a cousin in Fresno. She yearns to visit her mother in Mexico, a trip she had long planned but was forced to cancel because of the threat of COVID-19.

I dont want to get them infected, Dalia says. What if I get it in the plane or something?

So she runs in the morning and plays soccer in the yard by herself.

Its not the same, she says, because I dont see my friends and my teammates.

Her grandfather has promised to build her a small gym in the backyard, stocking it with weights. But that project hasnt advanced much beyond the planning stages. For much of the spring she also studied online.

I have good grades, Dalia says. I made my grandma proud this time.

Her biggest worry is losing her grandmother, a loss that could send her back to Mexico.

She worries a lot, Williams said. Elizabeth Meza is her main support.

Dalia worries a lot about the family she left too.

Yes, its hard to be without my mom, but my grandma, I feel like I have a mom because shes so close to me, she said.

Dalias duality is evidenced every time she speaks, with conversations gliding seamlessly from English to Spanish and back again, the language switching whenever she hits a word she doesnt know. Thats not uncommon at Garfield, where the student body is overwhelmingly Mexican American and where many share cross-border backgrounds similar to Dalias.

Ive had a lot of conversations with her, Hernandez said. I think shes trying to find an identity, and the good thing about her is that shes exploring all options.

One of those options is medicine, Dalia says, a career path inspired by the current virus crisis. There will be many steps on the path to becoming an Army doctor, as she hopes. But Dalia has a track record for beating the odds. Making it as a high school football player and a soccer standout. Making it back to L.A. as a 10-year-old.

If she completes medical school, thats a graduation she wont allow her mother to miss. When she turns 21, Dalia can petition to have her mother rejoin her in Los Angeles, a move shes already planning.

As for why she wants to be a doctor, her soccer coach said the answer is obvious and indicative of Dalias character.

She wants to help people.

Dalia Hurtado spends time with friends when she can. She waits in line to play miniature golf in Norwalk.

(Gabriella Angotti-Jones / Los Angeles Times)

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Some foods are considerably healthier than others from a nutritional point of view, and healthcare professionals and nutritionists consider certain foods to be extra beneficial, a case in point being black pepper.

It is not only a useful flavouring element, but a rich source of minerals and nutrients. Most of everything, it's easy to incorporate black pepper into your diet. If you are a fitness enthusiast looking to lose weight quickly, then you need to add black pepper to your daily menu.

Ever wondered why is black pepper known as the Spice King? Well, this spice has lots of advantages for your body.

Black pepper is a versatile product that stimulates senses, taste buds and affects many body systems positively. The thermogenic features increase the metabolism and strength and therefore boost physical and psychological capacity. There are plenty of benefits surrounding this spice and there is a reason why our ancestors had named it the 'King of Spice'.

Dietician Garima shares some healthy benefits of black pepper and how it can act as a disinfectant that can prevent many diseases.

Used in Ayurveda Medicine

Ayurveda remedies frequently contain the seasoning for its health benefits. Black pepper-in combination with substances like castor oil or ghee-is used as an appetite stimulant, a breathing aid, and a cough therapy.

Good for Digestion

Raw black pepper releases hydrochloric acid in the stomach and thus aids digestion. Hydrochloric acid can help you clean your intestines and helps in barricading other gastrointestinal disorders. So don't forget to add a pinch of black pepper to all of your food.

Rich in Vitamins and Minerals

The nutritional content of black pepper is far more diverse than you might think. The innocuous-looking substance contains a generous quantity of vitamin A and is rich in vitamins C and K. Other nutrients in black pepper include Thiamin, Pyridoxine, Riboflavin, Folic acid, Choline, Copper, calcium etc.

Prevents Constipation

You may have constipation if you have fewer than three stools a week. However, adding some black pepper every day to your food can solve this problem. Sometimes when you suffer from constipation, you can get exhausted from passing stools or sometimes after passing stools, you may not feel empty. Therefore, black pepper once eaten on a regular basis, curbs bowel cancer, constipation, nausea, among certain bacterial forms of disorders.

HELPs in Weight Loss

The wonderful spice helps to lose weight, and you can add it to green tea 2-3 times a day. This is because the spice contains a rich content of phytonutrients that contributes to the destruction of excess fat. This increases the metabolism of the body as well.

Prevents Any Sort of Cancer

Black pepper combined with turmeric is believed to prevent cancer. It can be consumed in the form of milk by combining turmeric and black pepper. This drink is typically given to people who have extreme cold. This is known to be composed of antioxidants, vitamin A, and carotenoids that help prevent cancer and other deadly diseases

Treats Skin Problems

The "King of Spices" is said to prevent skin pigmentation (Vitiligo). This condition makes your skin appear white and this is also called white patches. Though there are many medicines available in the market to restore your skin colour, black pepper protects your skin from any sort of skin pigmentation and helps maintain the original colour of your skin.

So, for both taste and wellness, remember to add a little sprinkle of the wonderful spice to your meal. Make sure you only use the purest and most natural black pepper powder because it will not only make a tremendous difference to the food taste but also to your health. And, when you have a few sniffles and aches to deal with next time, take a look at your kitchen before heading out to your doctor. Maybe the little remedy is sitting pretty, right in your spice rack.

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The coronavirus is spreading too rapidly and too broadly for the U.S. to bring it under control, Dr. Anne Schuchat, principal deputy director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said Monday.

The U.S. has set records for daily new infections in recent days as outbreaks surge mostly across the South and West. The recent spike in new cases has outpaced daily infections in April when the virus rocked Washington state and the northeast, and when public officials thought the outbreak was hitting its peak in the U.S.

Were not in the situation of New Zealand or Singapore or Korea where a new case is rapidly identified and all the contacts are traced and people are isolated who are sick and people who are exposed are quarantined and they can keep things under control, she said in an interview with The Journal of the American Medical Associations Dr. Howard Bauchner. We have way too much virus across the country for that right now, so its very discouraging. []

This is really the beginning, Schuchat said of the U.S.s recent surge in new cases. I think there was a lot of wishful thinking around the country that, hey its summer. Everythings going to be fine. Were over this and we are not even beginning to be over this. There are a lot of worrisome factors about the last week or so. []

What we have in the United States, its hard to describe because its so many different outbreaks, Schuchat said. There was a wave of incredible acceleration, intense interventions and control measures that have brought things down to a much lower level of circulation in the New York City, Connecticut, New Jersey area. But in much of the rest of the country, theres still a lot of virus. And in lots of places, theres more virus circulating than there was.

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Switching to a high-performance, lightweight saddle is one of the easiest ways to upgrade to save weight and improve comfort.

Few component changes constitute a genuine upgrade as much as a new seat. The right high-performance, lightweight saddle can lop a substantial amount of weight off your bike, and make for a more comfortable ride at the same time.

High-performance, lightweight saddles feature high-tech materials such as carbon fibre, titanium and lightweight foam padding

Most lightweight saddles aren't cheap, but weseveral've found for under 100 and one that's just 25

These are almost all firm seats for flat-back riding positions, but some brands do offer wider versions for more upright touring and gravel applications

Lightweight rails need careful set-up; make sure your saddle clamp has no sharp edges

Want something more conventional? Check our our guide to the best general-purpose saddles

In the last few years saddle designers have become very adept at blending features that both reduce weight and improve comfort. Most of the improvements have come from composite materials that allow carefully tuned flex in a very light hull so the saddle better absorbs shock and moves with you as you pedal.

On top of a lightweight hull, you'll usually find a thin layer of very dense foam and/or gel. This helps spread your weight over the hull, but with modern flexible hulls it's less important than it used to be. Some very light saddles do without it altogether, and even manage to be fairly comfortable anyway.

The search for better foams and gels has even led to saddle makers branching out into other fields. A few years ago, Selle Royal, owner of Fizik, span off a subsidiary company to make memory foam pillows and mattresses incorporating the Technogel material it originally developed for saddles.

Lighter rail materials make a big difference to saddle performance too. The slight flex of titanium rails helps absorb shock, while carbon fibre rails save save a lot of weight.

Youve never had a wider choice of saddle shapes and widths. Companies like Specialized and Bontrager make their performance saddles in a range of widths, Fizik tailors its designs to a riders flexibility and Charge offers saddles in three width classes and each model in three different shapes.

To help navigate this thicket of choices and find the right saddle for you, youll probably want to quite literally get your bum into a bike shop and get fitted for your saddle with one of the measuring devices many saddle makers now supply their dealers. This will tell you the spacing of your sit bones, the first thing you need to know to get a saddle that fits and will therefore be comfortable.

If its on offer, take up any chance to test-ride a saddle. The only way to be sure a saddle is right for you is to ride it for long enough for your bum to get used to it.

A typical stock saddle on a 1,000 bike weighs about 300g, so for each of the saddles below weve calculated the Hairsine ratio the grams saved per pound cost. This gives an indication of value for money, at least from the lighten your bike perspective.

Weight: 201g Hairsine ratio: 0.80

The Prologo Dimension 143 CPC Tirox is a saddle for people who know exactly where they want to sit and want to be kept there. It's short, fairly wide and surprisingly comfortable, delivering an excellent, unobtrusive ride feel without fuss or gimmicks.

At 245mm long, the Dimension 143 CPC Tirox is significantly shorter than your typical performance saddle, so it won't suit riders who like to slide backwards and forwards a lot; there's basically nowhere to slide to. That's standard for short saddles, though, and the good news is that the position that the Dimension provides is really very comfortable indeed.

Read our review of the Prologo Dimension 143 CPC Tirox saddle

Weight: 182g Hairsine ratio: 1.03

Specialized's Women's Romin Evo Pro with MIMIC is a performance-orientated saddle that offers comfort and support for any kind of road ride. Fans of the company's Oura saddle are likely to be satisfied by this replacement: it's light, stiff and looks at home on any road racing bike.

Read our review of the Specialized Womens Romin Evo Pro With MIMIC

Weight: 141g Hairsine ratio: 0.64

Cadex is the components brand of bike-manufacturer Giant and they've created something pretty special with the Boost saddle, according to tester Stu Kerton, who says it's "a seat that seems to be able to deliver on comfort and stiffness at exactly the same time thanks to its construction and design. True, it's pricey, but compared with some of the saddles I've used, not over the top. The only downside to its short length is that you might not have enough fore and aft adjustment."

Read our review of the Cadex Boost saddleFind a Cadex dealer

Weight: 66g Hairsine ratio: 0.87

Tune's Skyracer is a featherweight carbon saddle that provides surprising comfort. The cutout works well to relieve pressure and tester Liam was happy to use it for longer hill climb training sessions. The price does make it an expensive way to save weight, though.

The Skyracer uses a bare carbon construction that will please the weight weenies. At 66g it beats many of the hill climb favourites and the maximum rider weight of 100kg is impressive. It's also more comfortable than it looks Liam was still able to enjoy longer hill climb training sessions in relative comfort, though wouldn't want to do his normal road riding on it.

Read our review of the Tune Skyracer

Weight: 167g Hairsine ratio: 0.58

Fizik has gone with the whole 'less is more' ethos with its Arione 00 Versus Evo saddle. Stripped back to a mere 167g with minimal padding and lashings of carbon fibre, it is still surprisingly comfortable with a great balance of stiffness and flex. You're going to have to pay for the performance, though.

Fizik's '00' range is its showcase of what is achievable in terms of design with top end materials. The Arione 00 Versus Evo has a shell made from high modulus carbon fibre which is unbelievably stiff considering how thin it is, with the central channel literally just about a millimetre thick. Even the main sections either side of the channel are just 4mm thick too.

Though the whole shell feels stiff, it does a decent job of allowing just enough flex to take out any harshness or road vibration. This is helped by the Mobius carbon fibre rail. Rather than having two rails plugged into the front and rear of the saddle, the Arione 00 uses a single rail which makes up a complete loop around the base of the saddle. It adds stiffness front and rear but allows the shell to flex around the sides, so the saddle can move with you a little as you pedal.

Read our review of the Fizik Arione 00 Versus Evo

Weight: 220g Hairsine ratio: 0.79

The Astute Star Lite is a superbly made saddle that offers a high level of comfort, especially when you're in a low and aggressive riding position.

The build quality here is exceptional. Even when viewed from underneath (granted, you're unlikely to do that often) the Star Lite looks superb with no ragged edges, staples or stray adhesive to spoil the appearance.

The carbon fibre-reinforced nylon shell has a cutaway centre to reduce pressure on the perineum as you'll find on many other saddles and on top of that you get tri-density memory foam padding.

Read our review of the Astute Star Lite VTFind an Astute dealer

Weight: 130g Hairsine ratio: 0.58

The Repente Aleena 4.0 is an innovative saddle that backs up its unique functionality with a beautiful design. It's very light and comfy in a race-saddle way, and the interchangeable covers allow you to modify the feel of your saddle without changing its position.

The main news here is the Repente Locking System. Repente saddles are modular, with a separate base and cover. The base is made in an autoclave (a pressurised oven) and it's almost entirely T700 carbon fibre; it has carbon rails and a wide central channel, connected at the nose and the tail. The only bits of the base that aren't carbon are the three alloy mounting points for the cover, which has three corresponding alloy pins. You poke the pins through and secure in place with a small clip. There's a rubber O-ring between the base and the cover for a bit of extra cushioning over and above what the base and cover provide.

Talk of the Aleena's clever details would be moot if the Repente didn't work as a saddle, but it works very well.

The base has been designed to offer a bit of flex, controlled by the bridge at the rear, and when you concentrate on your sit bones you can feel a little of that mobility when you're riding along. Most of the time you won't be concentrating on your sit bones though, unless your sit bones are hurting. And that wasn't the case for me here: even though the padding on the Aleena (and the Comptus, which I also rode) is pretty thin the Repente didn't ever feel uncomfortable.

Read our review of the Repente Aleena 4.0

Weight: 224g Hairsine ratio: 3.044

Prime is the new name for the Wiggle/CRC's saddle range formerly known as Cosine, and the TI Sprint Road is excellent value for a 226g saddle with titanium rails.

Weight: 200g Hairsine ratio: 1.59

The rebirth of a classic design from the late 1970s, the Selle San Marco Concor Racing Fluoro Flash Edition is a firm, light, racing-orientated saddle.

It's firm enough to provide a solid power base but offers enough flex to provide stability even on the longest of rides. It's a well made, supportive ride at a reasonable price.

Read our review of the Selle San Marco Concor RacingFind a Selle San Marco dealer

Weight: 132g Hairsine ratio: 1.98

The top of Wiggle/CRC's range of own-brand saddles, this is an excellent deal for a 132g saddle with carbon fibre rails. We haven't tested this particular model, but we liked its cheaper kid brother, the titanium-railed Cosine Sprint.

With its central cutaway this should be a shade more suitable for endurance riding than the Sprint Titanium, but it's still very much a saddle for going fast.

Weight: 192g Hairsine ratio: 1.44

There aren't many performance saddles aimed at women. Saddle makers tend to go for width and padding when making women's saddles, which doesn't make for low weight.

In a small field, this is an excellent saddle. It's available in a choice of widths to suit your style of riding and just as importantly your sit bones too. It's very light thanks to its carbon fibre rails. In comparison with most female specific saddles, it's a pared down seat, ideally suited to aggressive road riding and racing.

With the trademark BG cut-out, it's designed to relieve pressure where it's needed without sacrificing ride efficiency. Hollow titanium rails help keep the weight down, and at just 192g for the 143mm size, it's definitely one of the lightest women's saddles on the market. The cushioning is placed exactly where you need it to support your sit bones, alleviating any discomfort or feeling of pressure.

This saddle is at its most comfortable when riding in a stretched forward position, but still gives all-round day long comfort too. There was little feeling of loss of power, with the saddle remaining a background feature of the ride, rather than making its presence actively known. Given the choice of widths, this is a good option for any female road rider looking for a comfortable performance saddle.

The price above is for 143mm and 168mm widths. If you want a 155mm version it's available for just 79.

Read our review of the Specialized Womens Ruby ExpertFind a Specialized dealer

Weight: 175g Hairsine ratio: 1.15

At 175g, this is the lightest women's saddle we're aware of thanks to its carbon fibre-reinforced shell and carbon rails. When she tested the regular Luce R5, tester Sarah found it very rideable and definitely worth a try for a regular rider if you want something not too squashy.

The Luce has a little give but is pretty firm, which could be a turn-off, but don't be too hasty: Fizik looks to have put a lot of work into this saddle for women.

The Regular-width Luce has a sitting area shape measuring 144mm wide from wing to wing, and narrowing down to the nose. The nose is a little narrower than the Selle Italia Diva 5mm in fact meaning less friction on the thighs. This narrower nose will definitely appeal to some.

It quickly it felt comfortable and not too firm. Sarah found she didn't have to shuffle around to find a good position, so the profile of the saddle worked well for her, giving the impression that her sit bones were comfortably supported. Yes, it's a firm ride, but the cushioning is where you need it.

Read our review of the Fizik Luce R5 saddleFind a Fizik dealer

Weight: 175g Hairsine ratio: 1.36

For riders with intermediate flexibility, the Antares is a light, comfortable road saddle with a good depth of padding. The K:ium rails Fizik's hollow titanium alloy help keep the weight down while it's comfortable thans to the Wingflex feature it shares with other saddles in the family.

Your weight is carried primarily on your sit bones which are easily supported by the wide rear section, but the dense foam and flex in the shell do a good job of cushioning the road shocks and vibrations. The padding remains thick all the way up the nose, allowing you to move forward for those long turns in the drops or big climbs in comfort, a welcome change for a lightweight saddle.

Read our review of the Fizik Antares R5 with K:ium railsFind a Fizik dealer

Weight: 190g Hairsine ratio: 0.94

Fabric offers three versions of the 143mm wide Scoop: flat, shallow and radius. If you want something wider, theres the 155mm Cell, while the 134mm ALM is your choice if you want something narrower. There isn't much padding, but there is loads of flex in the one-piece base and it's this flex that really provides the core of its magnificent comfort. The carbon rails provide a surprising amount of flex too.

The real beauty of the Fabric Scoop is the construction. The waterproof microfibre cover isn't stitched or stapled into place, it's moulded to a one-piece nylon base. It's really very impressive and if you get the chance to fondle one in your bike shop you really should, it's a marvellous bit of design.

Read our review of the Fabric Scoop Flat ProFind a Fabric dealer

Weight: 120g Hairsine ratio: 0.95

The value for money winner of the Selle Italia saddles we've included, this carbon-railed saddle is feathery 120g but still boasts a layer of padding, albeit a thin, firm layer.

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Weight: 96g Hairsine ratio: 0.77

The Selle Italia SLR Tekno is an extremely lightweight saddle although its lack of padding makes it feel firmer than most so it has to fit you very well if you're going to stay comfortable on longer rides.

The SLR Tekno's main selling point is its weight. Ours hit the scales at just 96g (Selle Italia claim 90g). You could reasonably say that anything under 200g falls into the lightweight category, sub-150g is superlight, and below 100g is nuts.

We can't say this is among the most comfortable saddles we've ever used but it's far from the least. It feels firm but we could live with it easily enough, especially when used on a bike with a fairly flexible 27.2mm diameter seatpost. We know of people who rack up 100-milers on this saddle and think nothing of it. We'd save it for race day. I'd certainly use it for a crit or a short road race where weight is a more important factor than long-ride comfort. You might be saving just 100g or so over a regular lightweight saddle, but if you're a weight weenie focusing on marginal gains it all counts.

Read our review of the Selle Italia SLR TeknoFind a Selle Italia dealer

Weight: 137g Hairsine ratio: 0.64

The Selle Italia Flite Tekno Flow saddle is an updated classic that's lost weight and some of the usual depth of cushioning, and gained a slightly flatter and wider shape. Its a lightweight saddle with a fairly shallow amount of padding, but the flex in the shell, especially through the central section, means it feels firm rather than harsh.

At its 344.99 RRP this is the most expensive saddle weve ever tested, but it can sometimes be found a lot cheaper than that eye-watering figure.

Read our review of the Selle Italia Flite Tekno FlowFind a Selle Italia dealer

Weight: 164g Hairsine ratio: 0.55

The Prologo Zero C3 Nack is a light, thinly cushioned and beautifully finished saddle, although it's an expensive one. The fairly shallow cushioning means that the its quite a firm saddle, although flex in the base not loads, but some helps smooth over road vibration and takes the edge off bigger hits.

We didn't find its firmness to be a problem, though. It was perfectly comfortable for both short and long rides, although it's safe to say that if you're after a soft, deeply cushioned saddle, this isn't the one for you.

Read our review of the Prologo Zero C3 NackFind a Prologo dealer

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The Thrive Patch is a transdermal patch, or plaster, that allegedly helps weight loss by releasing active ingredients into the skin. Proponents recommend it as part of an 8-week weight management course.

In this article, we explain what the Thrive Patch is, assess whether it works, and consider its risks and benefits. We also provide other methods and general tips for weight loss.

The Thrive Patch is part of an 8-week weight management and lifestyle experience.

Advocates say that using the Thrive Patch alongside the Thrive lifestyle capsules and shake mix will lead to an overall improvement in weight, health, lifestyle, and fitness.

The Thrive Patch is a plaster that works through Derma Fusion Technology. The patch uses a transdermal drug delivery system that delivers drug molecules through the skin at a controlled rate for systemic circulation.

Essentially, this means that the patch releases the ingredients onto the skins surface. The skin then absorbs the ingredients, allowing them to enter a persons bloodstream.

The Thrive Patch contains the following ingredients:

There is limited research on the Thrive Patch. However, anecdotal evidence suggests that, in combination with the Thrive shake mix and capsules, the Thrive Patch may lead to weight loss.

Although only anecdotal, there is evidence to suggest that the Thrive Patch can help some people lose weight. It may also be useful as a starting point to help people make healthful lifestyle changes.

As well as promoting weight loss, the 8-week weight management experience also claims to improve health, lifestyle, and fitness.

CoQ10, an ingredient in the patch, may help promote muscle recovery after exercise, but more research is necessary to confirm this benefit. The caffeine in the green coffee bean extract may improve alertness and attention, giving a person the sensation of feeling more healthful.

However, it is important to highlight that the Thrive Patch does not list the quantities of the ingredients that it contains. As such, it may not contain enough CoQ10 or caffeine to have the potential beneficial effects that research implies.

A potential risk of the Thrive Patch is that there is not a lot of research exploring it. Therefore, any long-term effects of its use are unknown.

Another risk is that after the 8 weeks, a person may put on any weight that they have lost. When a person goes on a strict diet, this can cause changes in hormones, metabolism, and cognitive functions.

These changes may make it harder for people to keep up the necessary behaviors to maintain weight loss after the diet has ended.

Some anecdotal evidence from people using the Thrive Patch mentions that it may cause anxiety and panic attacks.

This effect is possibly a result of it containing caffeine. A 2015 study looking at high school childrens caffeine intake found an association between caffeine and higher levels of anxiety and depression.

Instead of using the Thrive Patch, a person may consider making small lifestyle changes over time to promote a healthful and sustained weight loss.

A person should not use the Thrive Patch if they:

Anyone considering using the Thrive Patch or starting the 8-week program should consult with their doctor first.

The Thrive Patch claims to act as a weight loss plaster, which people may use alongside other products as part of an 8-week program.

Although it contains a few ingredients that scientific research has shown can help weight loss, there is a lack of research looking at the benefits of the patch itself.

There are some potential risks of using a Thrive Patch. These include weight gain after use and, possibly, anxiety. More research is necessary to examine the potential long-term risks.

It may be worth approaching the Thrive Patch with a bit of skepticism. If someone is looking to lose weight, they may wish to consider increasing their physical activity levels and decreasing their daily calorie intake instead.

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CRESTWOOD, Ky., Jun 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) A medical aesthetics practice near Louisville, Kentucky is branching out beyond its usual cosmetic treatments to incorporate a new program geared toward weight loss and weight management. Vibrant Med Spa recently announced the addition of its new Wellness Through Weight Management Program to aid clients in reaching their weight loss goals.

Led by owner Erica Chowning, APRN, FNP-C, and Ashley Wilhoite, BSN, RN, the new program features private, individualized assessments and tailored plans to help people implement consistent, healthier habits into their daily lives.

Chowning and Wilhoite said the most important aspect of the program is the life-coaching element to help people stay on track.

We dont just hand you the tools and send you on your way, Chowning said. We essentially partner with you and offer a warm, nurturing environment in which youre bound to thrive.

Wilhoite, who was recently hired by Chowning to oversee the program, brings more than 15 years of nursing experience and both professional and personal knowledge of fitness and nutrition. She is also currently enrolled in a graduate program at Northern Kentucky University and will soon graduate as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Wilhoite said her knowledge of mental health will be a valuable tool in helping clients navigate themselves through the often overwhelming task of healthy weight loss.

A lot of the nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices are mental, she said. Every person, man or woman, likes to feel attractive. When people have the assistance of someone to keep them up to speed and to keep them accountable, just someone to be there with them and work as a team to get it done, I truly think its a great benefit.

Emphasis will also be placed on diet, exercise, supplements, medications, and injections geared toward boosting the bodys metabolic effect. All these elements, Chowning and Wilhoite say, will be specifically tailored to fit each clients individual needs. The whole process will begin with a 7-day detox program and include regular weigh-ins and coaching sessions.

Getting people to understand and know that its a process, its a journey, its a lifestyle change, and its just not going to be this fast, quick fix is very important, Wilhoite said. Because those usually end in disappointment. It really is about healthy eating and being active. And were going to help them every step of the way.

For more information on the new program, call (502) 618-0995 or visit https://www.vibrantmed.com/.

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Get it!Rob Kardashianhas had a total weight loss transformation over the years. TheKeeping Up With the Kardashiansstar previously removed himself from the spotlight but has slowly been resurfacing on social media. He garnered a lot of attention after showing off his slimmer figure duringKhlo Kardashians birthday party in June.

The Arthur George founder had a magnifying glass on his life following his high-profile split in 2009 fromAdrienne Bailonafter nearly two years together. Rob admitted to cheating on her during an episode ofKUWTK, and they were done for good.

The male model was a hot commodity and went on to date Rita Ora, but they had an awkward breakup in 2012 when the reality star accused her of cheating with more than 20 dudes. While his personal life began to spiral, so did his weight. Things came to a head in 2014 during a now-deleted Twitter rant from theDancing With the Starsalum.

So I found out I was trending for being fat, he wrote at the time, according toPeople. Thank you all it really made my day No one will ever understand how much it hurts.

At the time, news was swirling that Rob sought out rehab and external help for his weight, which he vehemently denied in his tweets.

To the blogs saying I went to fat camp or rehab LOL. Then why am I still fat u fools??, he continued. First, I dont believe in rehab or therapy or anything of that sort, and second, Im a grown man and will work on myself when I choose. He concluded by adding, Im aware that Im fat that def aint a surprise to me lol and my only therapy will be in the gym. Anyways, [I] had to say something.

The comments on his weight obviously hurt, and it led him to skipKim KardashianandKanye Wests wedding in Florence, Italy. I was doing suit fittings in Paris right before the wedding and I just wasnt comfortable, Rob later toldPeopleabout missing his sisters 2014 nuptials. Im 61 and at my most, I probably weighed 300 pounds There were cameras at the airport on our trip there and I was very unhappy with the person I saw in all the pictures.

However, the KKW Beauty founder was less than impressed with the long email Rob sent about his absence. Im definitely a tough love kind of person, theSelfishauthor explained toAndy Cohenfollowing the event. If I dont like something thats going on in my life, I change it. I dont sit and complain about it for a year. I try to encourage him and once you just dont make that change for so long and its not happening, I get frustrated. My patience runs out.

It looks like Rob has been making changes because in 2018, he started losing weight. After struggling with depression and binge-eating, its great to see him looking happy and healthy.Keep scrolling to see his weight loss transformation through the years!

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Losing a significant amount of weight will change your life. I dont mean just dropping a few vacation pounds or getting rid of some leftover baby weight. Im talking about leaving the category of medically obese to the category of fit. Or slender. Or having a rocking bod. That sort of weight loss actually affects the way you experience nearly every element of life from your friendships to your career to your sex life to your inner monologue. We like to think that the way we feel about ourselves isnt affected by the way that others treat us. But, that just cant be entirely true. It should be mostly true, if we do the personal work. But its only natural that the way other humans treat us has some impact on our own feelings about ourselves on our sense of identity. Hopefully most of us can bounce back from a rare bad experience, like having someone reject us or ignore us. When its rare, yes. But when someone is severely overweight, they can have those experiences so often that they influence how they feel about themselves. Can you blame them? So when you lose a lot of weight, people treat you differently, and suddenly, you start to think differently. Here are weird thoughts you may have after major weight loss that are surprisingly common.

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What if it comes back for no reason?

Its a pretty normal fear: youll wake up one day, and the weight will just be back. You may even have nightmares in which this occurs. Any time we get anything weve wanted for a long time and care about deeply whether its a dream job, a dream partner, or your dream body its normal to have those fears that it will just go away one day. But it wont. You didnt achieve this in one day and you wont lose it in one, either.

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TABLE OF CONTENT:

Chapter 1:Weight Loss and Weight Management Product Market Overview

Chapter 2: Global Economic Impact on Industry

Chapter 3:Weight Loss and Weight Management Product Market Competition by Manufacturers

Chapter 4: Global Production, Revenue (Value) by Region

Chapter 5: Global Supply (Production), Consumption, Export, Import by Regions

Chapter 6: Global Production, Revenue (Value), Price Trend by Type

Chapter 7: Global Market Analysis by Application

Chapter 8: Manufacturing Cost Analysis

Chapter 9: Industrial Chain, Sourcing Strategy and Downstream Buyers

Chapter 10: Marketing Strategy Analysis, Distributors/Traders

Chapter 11: Weight Loss and Weight Management Product Market Effect Factors Analysis

Chapter 12: GlobalWeight Loss and Weight Management Product Market Forecast to 2027

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