LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. For a year-and-a-half, the fiercest competition J.R. Smith had was with his brothers not on the court, but on wheels.

It was at the start of the pandemic when the 34-year-old bought a bike, looking for a way to safely get out of the house and lose weight. Hed ride up and down Venice Boulevard. Hed ride through the Pacific Palisades. Hed ride to Manhattan Beach.

Always hungry for a contest, the Smith family tracked their biking miles on an app that they checked every day. Earl Smith Jr., J.R.s father, saw his sons Demetrius and Chris peddling along at about 12 miles a day; J.R. would hit 20 miles: After a while, Earl said, it wasnt even close.

With practice, J.R. said, he found his mind would simply settle as he rode.

It was a lot, but its funny, he said. Because once youre on a bike, and youre cruising, you dont really think about it too much until you gotta turn around and go back.

So yes, J.R. Smiths return to the NBA for the first time since November 2018 is like riding a bike.

Everyone is getting used to the strangeness of playing out the season in the Disney bubble, but returning to the structure the practices, the film sessions, the team dinners has felt easy for Smith, a 15-year veteran who has spent almost half his life in the NBA.

Even though he is the most recent Laker newcomer after signing in June, he has some of the most robust and complex handshakes with teammates that he executes at introductions before every game. He hasnt played much during the restart, only 54 minutes in five games, but that hasnt mattered as much as simply being in the league again.

When did it feel like Smith had blended into the Lakers locker room?

The first day he got here: Everybodys known him, said Danny Green, who came up in the same Northeast hoop circles as Smith. Weve all played against him for years. Hes played with most of these guys here. Theyve all known him, shown love, grew up in the same area with the guy, so first day he was himself, and he was happy and excited. And it was like, hes here, so hes just a part of the group.

By his own admission, Smiths comeback from the pits of a depressed state is a fairly remarkable one.

In his last year with the Cavaliers in the 2018-19 season, the franchise began to pivot to a rebuild after LeBron James moved on and was set to reduce his minutes. Smith pushed back. He publicly accused the franchise of tanking, after which Smith and the Cavs agreed to split, with Smith on his own away from the team while a trade could be worked out. The trade never materialized, and he was waived in July 2019, at which point he began to realize getting back in the NBA might be harder than he thought.

Smith declined to discuss the specific challenges of getting back into the league with the Southern California News Group, but he told the Inside the Green Room podcast that he believed persistent off-court rumors about his character were to blame which he and his family have said were unfair.

Smith has a reputation as an NBA wild card: His tenure with the Cavaliers included a famous anecdote of him throwing a bowl of soup at assistant coach Damon Jones, and he also was memed for a Game 1 mistake in 2018 when he allowed the game with the Warriors to go to overtime rather than taking a final shot. More seriously, in May, he was filmed in a fight with a man whom he accused of vandalizing his truck during a George Floyd protest in Los Angeles.

While Smith acknowledges these past incidents, he also wishes equal weight were given to his track record as an NBA veteran and key player on several title-contending teams.

It is what it is, honestly, he said. People are going to have that perception of me. Im convinced of it. Theres nothing I can really do to change that except just come every day and dedicate myself, and just be consistent.

But its hard to be consistent when the professional life youve known falls out from under you. Without basketball, Smith came unmoored living with his family in Warren, N.J. He stopped playing basketball, stopped watching basketball, stopped even playing basketball-themed video games. He gained weight. He became less interested in hearing from his agent, Rich Paul, if anyone wanted him because the news was increasingly grim. He got to spend a lot of time with his four daughters, but that was a silver lining as his career slowly kept drifting away.

One of the loudest voices in his corner was Earl Jr., who told his namesake son that his career wasnt over. Smith is close with his dad and listens my dad is probably right 90 percent of the time, but dont tell him that, he said and Earls message was some serious tough love.

If you aint gonna play, now you gotta find something to do, Earl said he told his son. I thought, Get your ass in shape, go to L.A. Do your thing. Go make some goddamn money for those little girls.

Smith made the difficult decision to relocate to Los Angeles, where he would have better access to training. Especially during the NBA hiatus, the combination of biking and a vegan diet made him lose 20 pounds in a show of support, Earl Jr. went vegan for a few months, too.

Without this renewed dedication, Smith said, he wouldnt have been physically ready to play when the Lakers came calling in June to swap him in for Avery Bradley.

The weight I was at, how my body would have had to respond to recovering to playing, I dont think it would have happened, he said. My body wouldnt have been able to handle it. At the end of the day, just thank God you have the opportunity to play this game again. Be thankful, be humble, and take it in stride.

Smith has undoubtedly been rusty in the restart. He said its also been difficult being away from his family again: He estimates he spends up to six hours a day on FaceTime with his daughters even the youngest at 2 years old brings the phone to her mother, eager to call Dad.

Earl Jr., like any sports father, thinks his son could benefit from a few more touches. But more importantly, he sees his J.R. fulfilled back on the job.

This is the happiest Ive seen J.R. in years the happiest Ive seen him since he won the championship, Earl Jr. said. It was depressing for a while. Every man cries for a reason, and he had a reason. But when J.R. is in something and committed to it, hes in it 110 percent.

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By ClarksvilleNow.com August 11, 2020 11:57 am

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) The Clarksville Police Department has charged a man with reckless homicide in the April 10 shooting death of 17-year-old Justin Neves.

Dominic Miceli, 22, was arrested Tuesday, Aug. 11, and charged with reckless homicide and aggravated assault. Micelli will be booked into the Montgomery County Jail.

Justins mother, Jillian Neves, had been frustrated that no charges had been filed in the three months after the shooting.

We all have anger, she told Clarksville Now in an interview. Im devastated, that I will never see him grow into the man he was becoming. I will never see my son get married, have babies, graduate his milestones were stolen from me.

Justin was a junior at Northwest High School. He was in the EMT program and ran track for the schools team.

Detective Michael Ulrey, with the Clarksville Police Homicide Unit has been working extensively on the case. The investigation revealed that Justin was accidentally killed by Miceli, who was recklessly handling a firearm, according to a CPD news release.

In cases of accidental deaths where the suspect is cooperative, and there is no danger to the public, investigative techniques can differ, the release said. These cases allow time for a full forensic medical exam to be completed and reviewed to verify or disprove the suspects version of events. These cases are often then presented to the Montgomery County Grand Jury for their final decision on the appropriate charge based on the evidence.

Jillian Neves said news of the arrest brought an array of feelings.

I feel relief that Justins voice has been heard and something is finally happening, Neves said Tuesday. Im also anxious that (Dominic) will be bonded out and will be free until his trial, if there is a trial. Justins story still needs to be told, its not finished yet.

Justin left for work on April 10 to work with Miceli doing home improvement and appraisals, Neves said.

Minutes before Justins 9:30 p.m. curfew, Neves got a call saying there had been an accident with a gun.

Neves sped to Micelis home on Danielle Drive and was stopped by a police officer as she tried to run into the house.

I told him I needed to see my son. The cop said, Im sorry to tell you your son is dead.

A Clarksville Police incident report previously obtained by Clarksville Now said that at 9:22 that night, police responded to a shooting that had already occurred.

Justin death certificate, obtained by Clarksville Now, lists his manner of death as a homicide and the cause as gunshot wound to the head. It also states his body was sent for an autopsy.

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How the cheapest, undercover, world-class sport is surviving coronavirus

By Melanie Peck

In the rolling hills above Sun Valley the views are extraordinary; to the south, the chutes at Mt. Rose ski area, to the west, Peavine Peak, and in every direction rock outcrops dot the sage-covered landscape. Nestled in the areas regional park, which itself is a hidden gem, is Lizard Peak Disc Golf Course, a 27-hole, championship course replete with a pitch and putt area for beginners or practice.

Its windy at the beginning of summer, which adds a level of frustration to the game, says Skot Meyer, whos been the president of the Reno Disc Golf Association off and on since 2011.

But wind shouldnt be a deterrent to playing.

If youre a tournament player, you should be out in the wind, Meyer says, noting that varying environmental conditions are just part of the fun of the game. Disc golf, he adds, is a sport for all levels of players, all ages, and all genders. Its multigenerational. The whole family can play together. The game is also open to all economic levels, unlike pricey ball golf, as disc golfers call regular golf.

You can play with ten dollars, says Maximus Meyer, Skots 19-year-old son, who is a full-time touring pro when the pandemic isnt shutting down events. The cost of just one disc lets you play, as it typically costs nothing, or little, to play the courses. In Reno, the courses, which are on county land, are paid for, built and maintained by volunteers from the disc golf club.

There are three top-notch courses in the Truckee Meadows. In addition to Lizard Peak at Sun Valley Regional Park, there is The Ranch, an 18-hole course above Rancho San Rafael Park, and The Wedge, a 9-hole course off Wedge Parkway at South Valleys Regional Park.

Beginners take note: The Wedge is a very good course for beginners, according to Ashlee Conley, RDGA board member and a 3rd place world champion in the advanced ladies masters division, a title she holds among numerous others. Not a lot of hiking. Easy to find the holes.

A combination of frisbee, basketball, and golf, players send a frisbee-like disc sailing toward a hoop-like chain basket and cover a multi-basket course during play, like in golf.

Players tee off toward a targetthe chain basket, which they also call the holeand try to make their shot in as few strokes, or throws, as possible. Each consecutive throw must be made from the location where the previous throw landed.

As players progress down the fairway, they thrill at birdies and despair if they shank their disc into a tree. Like golf, the joys and frustrations of playing are what make disc golf exciting.

In northern Nevada, the sagebrush, thin air, and wind can complicate the game, but also make it a challenging and fun competition.

Like golf, the game is played outdoors, which can be stunning, according to Conley. There are beautiful courses in this area, she says, not just in Reno, but in Dayton, Carson City, at Stampede Reservoir, South Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, Truckee, and Donner Lake, to name a few.

Whats really, really cool about disc golf, she adds, is that you get some awesome exercise.

Skot Meyer notes that disc golf is a great way to lose weight and get and stay in shape. The health benefits are amazing. He knows of two Vietnam veterans, both 70 to 80 pounds overweight, one with a drinking dependency. Both started playing disc golf and both lost all the weight, and the one stopped drinking.

He also knows an older gentleman with arthritis who started playing pitch and putt with his 4-year-old grandson. Because he was having fun and focusing on something other than his pain, he evolved into a tournament player who now has an active lifestyle.

During the coronavirus stay-at-home order that followed Gov. Steve Sisolaks Declaration of Emergency on March 12, people kept going to the courses, says Skot Meyer.

At first, the RDGA tried to enforce social distancing rules. The organization posted signs and sent out missives via Facebook imploring players to keep groups to a maximum of four, to avoid touching baskets, and not to touch anyone elses disc. The game can be played safely since it is outdoors and not difficult to socially distance.

When theres no health consideration, Skot Meyer says, its considerate of other people to be in groups of four or less, but theres no rule about that. But after the pandemic hit some people ignored course courtesies and the health guidelines, which Meyer said shouldve been easy to follow.

But some refused to cooperate. Bad player behavior puts a strain on our [the disc golf associations] relationship with the county, he says, noting that while the county provides the land; the club pays for the equipment, builds the courses, and does the maintenance work and upkeep. This level of volunteer work is what makes Renos disc golf courses free to the public, he emphasizes.

They deliberately ignored those requests, Skot Meyer says. Bands of bros in numbers as many as 10 to a hole clogged the courses, causing players to accumulate behind them, and, in short, ruined the enjoyable outdoor activity for everyone. As a result, RDGA volunteers, in cooperation and coordination with Washoe County, took down the baskets. Washoe County, in partnership with RDGA, stored the equipment.

The RDGA is currently working with the county on building a new course and planning others. Even though we have great community support, blatantly risky behavior harms our ability to make progress on new courses, Skot Meyer says.

Now, in mid-summer, the baskets are back up, and the club is sponsoring socially distanced doubles and tag rounds (where players compete to win the lowest numbered tag), putting clinics and more.

Mike Mack, of Virginia City, an avid player who considers himself addicted, kept on playing during the quarantine, but abided by the social distancing rules. They cant stop us, he says, lightheartedly, adding that its a safe, fun game to play as long as you adhere to social distancing guidelines, which are pretty easy since the game is played outdoors.

Mack explains that the sports popularity has been growing since he began playing some seven years ago. In 2015, he joined the Professional Disc Golf Association (pdga.com) and was given the number #70493. The PDGA has given out successive numbers to its members since its inception in 1976. The last number given out at this writing is #142968, double the number of players since Mack joined.

Its no coincidence that disc golf is often referred to as Frisbee golf. In 1966, Steady Ed Headrick, invented the Frisbee while an employee at Wham-O. In 1975, he invented the Disc Golf Pole Hole, as essential to disc golf as the hoop is to basketball. Considered the Father of Disc Golf, Headricks Professional Disc Golf Association number is #001.

Mack moved to Nevada two years ago from California, and the first place he sought out was a disc golf course. Its a great place to meet people. Conley would agree. She met her husband at the Bijou course at Lake Tahoe.

For more information, find the Reno Disc Golf Association on Facebook under the Reno Disc Golfers page or renodisc.com; or look for the Professional Disc Golf Association, pdga.com, where you can search for courses all over the world.

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I am tired of it, tired of self-confinement, tired of not seeing friends or going to restaurants, meetings or parties. You are tired too, I am sure.

So what can we do? After much thought, I decided we MUST have a national lockdown. We've washed our hands and kept our distances, worn masks and avoided people, but it hasn't stopped the spread. So the only way is to starve this virus, lock ourselves inside, close our businesses, shut down everything except grocery stores, pharmacies and very essential businesses, so this disease can be stopped. This approach has been successful in several other countries.

An op-ed in Monday's NYT (8/10), "Here's How to Crush the Virus Until the Vaccine Arrives" by Michael Osterholm, professor and director of the Center of Infectious Disease Research at the University of Minneapolis, and Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, confirmed my point of view.

"We can continue to allow the virus to spread rapidly throughout our country or we can commit to a more restrictive lockdown, state by state, for up to six weeks to crush the spread of the virus to less than one new case per 100,000 people per day," they wrote.

Of course that creates numerous economic problems, but our nation's economy is dramatically plunging now, unemployment is increasing, small businesses are going bankrupt, and all I see is downward spiral in our economy.

Look at what's happening locally. People at first were great at self-isolation, but we have now relaxed as more businesses have opened up (too early, in my estimation). My friend the other night had dinner for two friends at her backyard table, and they wore masks for the first five minutes. The dinner went on until 8:30 p.m. The county has mandated that only people living in the same home can sit at one table, but they didn't adhere to that regulation. Another couple had 10 people -- all without masks -- outside of their house with music and dancing! I can't think of any dances where a couple stays two yards away from each other. BTW, I was randomly checking out cable channels on Saturday night and a San Jose station had a live onscreen danceathon -- more than 50 people rotating around the room, all without masks. If there was one carrier in that room ...

Palo Alto's coronavirus rate is rapidly increasing. According to the Weekly, in the five weeks "between mid-May and late June, nine new cases were reported resulting in 86 cumulative cases as of June 23. In the six weeks since then, however, no fewer than eight residents per week. The city's COVID-19 cases totaled 174 as of Aug. 5 including 20 new ones in the prior week alone.

Nationwide, people have become careless in their coronavirus concerns. With the motorcycle mass gathering in Sturgis, S.D. that occurred last week, or the recent rallies and protests in cities in practically every state, how can we get this entire nation to stay six-feet away from others?

Only with a total rigid lockdown.

I am very concerned about people not having enough money to live on, so this is the time our government must come to the rescue -- all politics aside. It will cost a lot more money if we do nothing. As starters, maybe the government should provide interest-free no payback "loans" to small businesses, as well as $600 checks weekly to all the unemployed -- and comparable amounts to all those in need.

Where do we get the money from?

One way, out of several options, is by halting some military spending. In the current federal budget, theres $146 billion for a broad laundry list of military hardware, to include $1.87 billion for 98 F-35 aircraft, which is 20 more than the presidents request, and eight F-15EX aircraft to recapitalize the F-15C/D fleet. The U.S. recently adopted a $738 billion defense budget. Let's use some of that money to help keep Americans alive, and not let them die.

As Osterholm and Kashkari said, "There is no trade-off between health and the economy. Both require aggressively getting control of the virus."

A lockdown will be difficult for all of us. But that's a lot better than having this virus rise daily while we keep constantly coping with it for months to come.

We need your support now more than ever. Can we count on you?

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Being physically active and being regular at exercise is important for fitness and weight loss

When it comes to working out, spending more time in exercising does not necessarily mean that you are going to get better results. Short duration workouts like HIIT and Tabata workouts are designed in a way that it takes only a few minutes to complete them. These workouts are high in intensity and can improve your strength and stamina. Celebrity fitness trainer and mother Kayla Itsines says that it is not necessarily true that working out for longer will give you better results.

In one of recent posts on Instagram, she talks about she has designed most of her workouts under 30 minutes. Barring the ongoing scenario of lockdown and work from home, most people, especially parents find very less time to make space for full-fledged workout every day.

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What's more important is to be physically active and make room for 3-4 workouts in a week. According to the American Heart Association, 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity of 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, spread throughout the week, is sufficient to stay fit and healthy.

If you are trying to lose weight, a healthy diet with fewer carbs, healthy snacking, early and light dinners and regular physical activity (along with exercise) can be helpful.

For those of you find it difficult to workout without a mat, then here's a routine that can be perfect for you. The following workout, shared by Itsines on Instagram, includes a total of five exercises. All you need to do this workout is yourself, and a space equivalent to a mat.

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Here are the five exercises in this no equipment workout:

Set a timer and complete 3 laps of the workout.

For those who find it difficult to take out time for exercising, then watch the video below. Itsines shares what she calls an "Express Workout". The workout is of 15 minutes and can be done within 15 minutes.

Complete 3 laps.

Doing the exercises with the right technique is the key to doing short-duration workouts. The workout shared above can be ideal for days you have a packed-up schedule.

Try one of these workouts for your evening workouts. Let's do this!

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A balanced diet, regular exercise, and a healthy lifestyle this combination is the key to maintaining a healthy weight. Eating more of certain foods can rev up your metabolism, and help you lose weight. Protein-rich foods can keep you feeling full for longer and help you eat fewer calories throughout the day, which eventually helps you lose weight. As eggs are an excellent source of protein, adding it to your diet can do wonders if youre trying to lose weight. Several studies have also shown the benefits of eating eggs for weight loss. Also Read - Intermittent fasting is not for everyone: Should you choose this eating plan?

As per the nutrition information provided by the USDA, one large hard-boiled hens egg contains 78 calories, 6g protein, 5g fat, 62mg sodium, 0.6g carbohydrates, 0.5g sugars, and 147mg choline. Also Read - 5 best ketogenic foods to burn that stubborn belly fat

Curbing calorie intake is the simplest way to lose weight. Eggs are rich in protein and low in calories, as a result, it is considered as one of the best weight-loss foods. Protein is extremely filling, which means you will eat less throughout the day. Also Read - 6 foods that you must definitely add to your high-protein diet

Research has shown that eating a protein-rich breakfast increases a persons satiety (feeling of fullness), which leads to a reduction in caloric intake throughout the rest of the day. A 2012 study published in the British Journal of Nutrition also suggested that dietary protein may help treat obesity and metabolic syndrome.

Protein is the building block of your muscles. Therefore, eating a protein-rich diet can help you to build and maintain strong muscles. Adding more protein to your can enhance your metabolism and help you burn more calories.

While eggs can help in your weight loss journey, when and how you eat the food plays an important role in reaping its benefits. Here we will tell you the best ways to use eggs to support weight loss.

To get the best results, eggs should be eaten in breakfast. It will fuel your body with energy and will also keep you satiated for the rest of the day. Your digestion system is also at its best in the morning and thus it will be easier to break down proteins and many other nutrients present in eggs.

A 2005 study overweight women who ate an egg-based breakfast consumed significantly less food throughout the rest of the day than the group who ate a bagel-based breakfast.

If youre on a weight loss journey, avoid adding animal fat, such as butter or bacon grease, to your egg-based meals. Also, pair them with vegetables for a fiber-rich and filling breakfast.

Egg yolk is often avoided by people on a weight loss regime, however, researchers have recently concluded that the fat present in egg yolks actually helps to reduce the bad cholesterol from the body. Thus experts say eating 1 or 2 whole eggs in a day may not affect your cholesterol levels or increase your risk of heart disease. However, the American Heart Association recommends that people at risk of heart disease should consume only two egg whites a day.

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A healthy diet should include plenty of protein, good fats and carbs in order to help you feel energised throughout the day.

Eating plenty of fibre via vegetables and fruit will also help you to feel fuller for longer, as will protein.

But while its important to make the right choices for what goes onto your plate, there could be another element thats missing from your diet.

Your body is made up of two-thirds water, and hydration plays a key role in helping your body function at its best, explained Dr. Naomi Newman-Beinart, nutritionist and specialist in health psychology.

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It can sometimes be tricky to know the difference between feelings of hunger and thirst, Dr Naomi warned.

If you are often hungry and find that you are overeating, you may not be aware that you are actually dehydrated.

It sounds simple, but studies have shown that staying hydrated can make a difference to the number of calories you eat each day.

Researchers in America found that women who drank a glass of water before meals consumed between 75-90 calories fewer from their meal, and were more likely to lose weight than those who did not drink water before meals, Dr Naomi said.

Overeating is one of the primary causes of obesity, with research showing that Britons eat as much as 1,000 more calories a day than the recommended daily intake.

Its suggested that women should consume 2,000 calories a day, while men can have slightly more at 2,500.

But to lose weight, you need to create a calorie deficit - by burning off more calories than you eat.

Drinking water is therefore essential - not only as it can affect appetite, but because its calorie-free - meaning you wont be adding extra calories without realising by staying hydrated.

Dr Naomi recommended setting a reminder on your phone if youre not a big drinker - in the healthy sense - so that you sip enough throughout the day.

But if water doesnt spark your fancy, you can stay hydrated and reap the weight loss benefits in other ways.

Vegetables and fruits such as cucumber, watermelon and carrots are delicious when made into a fresh juice, and also really good to boost your vitamin and mineral intake, advised Dr Naomi.

Fruits and vegetables also contain water, so consuming them fresh or whole will up your hydration.

Alternatively, you can add slices of lemon, orange or lime to a glass of water to give it a twist.

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Papaya can be hailed as one of the healthiest fruits, which you can eat on a daily basis. Read here to know how it can benefit diabetics and people with heart disease.

Papaya is an incredibly nutritious food that is low in calories and high in fibre

Papaya is one of the healthiest fruits in existence. Including it in your diet can provide you with the health benefits like reduced risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease. What's more, you can include it in your diet if you are trying to lose weight. The fruit is versatile in nature. It can be combined with other foods, which can help in enhancing its flavour. Papaya can be eaten for breakfast along with some yogurt. One can also blend it into a smoothie along with other fruits. The fruit can be consumed as an appetiser as well as dessert.

One small papaya (around 150 gms) is said to have around 3 gms of fibre, 15 gms of carbs, 1 gm of protein, 157 % of recommended daily intake (RDI) of Vitamin C, 33% of RDI of Vitamin A, 14% of RDI of Vitamin B9 or folate and 11% of RDI or potassium.

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1. Weight loss: Being high in fibre and water content, papaya can aid weight loss. The fruit is also low in calories, which makes it ideal for weight watchers.

2. Improved digestion: Fibre and water content in papayas can also be beneficial for preventing constipation and keeping the digestive tract health. Papain, a digestive enzyme in papaya further helps in improving digestion.

3. Type 2 diabetes: Studies have found that people with type 2 diabetes can benefit by consuming a diet in fibre. It can improve levels of blood glucose, lipid and insulin. Papaya is also full of antioxidants that can reduce oxidative stress in older adults and people with prediabetes.

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4. May improve heart health: Antioxidants in papaya can protect your heart and enhance protective effects of good HDL cholesterol. Adding more papaya can improve your heart health.

5. Eye health: Zeaxanthin is an antioxidant in papaya, which can filter out harmful blue light-rays to protect eye health and reduce the risk and progression of age-related macular degeneration.

6. Protects against skin damage: Vitamin C and lycopene have skin protecting and anti-ageing properties. The fruit can reduce the damage caused by free radicals, thus reducing wrinkling, sagging and other skin damage.

The bottom line is that papaya is an incredibly nutritious fruit which can benefit your health in a number of ways. Include it in your daily diet to reduce age-related effects on health and better heart health.

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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Obalon Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: OBLN), a weight loss solutions company with the first and only FDA-approved swallowable, gas-filled intragastric balloon system for the treatment of obesity,today announced that it has executed a consulting agreement with Blue Ox Healthcare Partners, LLC, a private equity firm focused on commercial-ready companies bringing technology enabled innovation to healthcare, especially those involved in precision health, healthcare delivery, and affordability.

The agreement calls for Blue Ox to provide consulting services to Obalon, including helping Obalon to develop and implement an effective coverage and reimbursement-based go-to-market strategy. Activities will include an evaluation of the current clinical evidence of the Obalon Balloon System, consideration of health economic studies to define cost of care reductions for patients with diabetes and hypertension resulting from its use, and assessments and readying of strategies for successful commercialization with managed care companies and risk-based providers.

Charles Kennedy, MD, Managing Partner and CEO of Blue Ox, commented, The clinical literature shows that weight loss can result in diabetes remission in correctly selected patient populations. The Obalon weight loss solution has completed sufficient clinical trials to prove safety and effectiveness. We are excited to work with Obalon to help combat obesity and diabetes and show health plans and value-based providers the patient outcomes and economic gains that can result.

Obalon continued to reiterate that obtaining reimbursement is never certain and can take many years to achieve, and if achieved, may not be determinative of the Companys success. If initial efforts with payers begin to bear success, Obalon would expect to need to raise additional capital to support those efforts.

About Obalon Therapeutics, Inc.

Obalon Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: OBLN) is a San Diego-based company focused on developing and commercializing novel technologies for weight loss. For more information, please visithttp://www.obalon.com.

About Blue Ox Healthcare Partners, LLC

Blue Ox Healthcare Partners, LLC is a private equity firm focused on commercial-ready companies bringing technology enabled innovation to healthcare, especially those involved in precision health, healthcare delivery, and affordability. For more information, please visit http://www.blueoxhcp.com.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are not purely historical regarding Obalons or its managements intentions, beliefs, expectations and strategies for the future, including those related to new products and their potential benefits. All forward-looking statements and reasons why results might differ included in this press release are made as of the date of this release, based on information currently available to Obalon, deal with future events, are subject to various risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in those forward looking statements. The risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from Obalons current expectations are more fully described in Obalons annual report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2019, periodic report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2020 and its other reports, each as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by law, Obalon assumes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement after the date of this report or to conform these forward-looking statements to actual results.

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Hollywood royalty! Kelly Osbourne has been in the public eye her entire life and as a result, fans have been able to watch her transform before their very eyes. Of course, the Papa Dont Preach singer looks much different in 2020 than she did while starring on her famous familys reality TV series, The Osbournes, in the early 2000s.

In fact, the daughter of Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne revealed a dramatic 85-pound weight loss in August 2020. Yes, Im bragging because I worked hard and it feels good!! Kelly captioned a photo of her size 26 jeans while shopping at Neiman Marcus on August 8.

Prior to that, on August 3, the U.K. native uploaded a stunning selfie to Instagram with the caption: Today Im feeling #Gucci. Of course, Kellys followers couldnt help but hype her up including The Real cohost JeannieMais mother, Olivia TuTram Mai.

Oh my gosh, you lost a lot of weight, Olivia commented, along with a kissy face emoji. Thats right, Mamma Mai. I lost 85 pounds since I last saw you. Can you believe it? the former Fashion Police host replied.

Kelly feels like a new person today, a source exclusively told Life & Style. After years of fad eating plans and yo-yo dieting, she has finally realized what works for her. Shes embraced her vegan diet and she incorporates weights into her exercise routine, which includes a lot of walking.

As a result of growing up in the spotlight, Kelly is no stranger to scrutiny. However, over the years, shes learned to embrace the skin shes in. Kelly doesnt obsess about her body anymore, the insider added. Once she stopped beating herself up and concentrated on healthier choices, the pounds just started coming off.

Kellys health and fitness journey began after she appeared on Dancing With the Stars in 2009 and clearly, shes come so far. I never thought in a million years, Id be that healthy girl who wakes up every morning to exercise, Kelly previously told Shape magazine. After being called cherubic and chubby, Im rocking a bikini!

To see Kelly Osbournes total transformation, scroll through the gallery below!

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