These are the 15 dietary factors that contribute to high mortality rates

These are the 15 dietary factors that contribute to high mortality ratesThese are the 15 dietary factors that contribute to high mortality ratesAccording to a recent study funded by The Bill And Melinda Gates Foundationandpublished in The Lancet,the things we arent eating are contributing significantly to mortality statistics.The peer-reviewed study examines 15 dietary health risks of 195 countries, by analyzing the global burden of disease study that presented data collected from the years 1990 to 2017. The dietary risk factors featured in the study include high sodium intake, low whole grains intake, low fruit intake, low nuts and seeds intake, low omega-3 intake, low vegetable intake, low fiber intake , low PUFA intake, low legumes intake, low calcium intake, low milk intake, high trans fat intake, high sweetened beverages consumption, high red meat, and high processed meat intake.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Jo b Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreRoughly 11 million deaths (one in five) can be linked to unhealthy diets, particularly ones lacking whole grains, fruits, nuts, and milk. The study reports, High intake of sodium, low intake of whole grains ( and low intake of fruits (2 million were the leading dietary risk factors for deaths and DALYs globally and in many countries.Too much red meat and not enough whole grainsAlarmingly, these dietary risk factors are responsible for more deaths than smoking. The popularity of red andprocessed meats and soft drinks additionally contributes to the morbid statistics statistics segmented by 10 million cardiovascular-related deaths, 913,00 deaths from cancer and339,000 deaths caused by type 2 diabetes. Sixty-six percent of disabilities were informed by these three factors.In the days since the studys publication, the authors seem quick to stress the salient role that the foods we arent eating are playing in surging these mortality rates. Yesterday the studys lead author, Ashkan Afshinhad this to say about the fundamental flaws in many of ur diets. While traditionally all the conversation about healthy diet has been focused on lowering the intake of unhealthy food, in this study, we have shown that, at the population level, a low intake of healthy foods is the more important factor, rather than the high intake of unhealthy foods.According to Afshin,The Lancets recent study is the most comprehensive study ever conducted on the health effects of diet.In the USa lack of whole grains proved to be the biggest risk factor. Unfortunately, many products that advertise whole grain in America are misleading. Whole grains found in foods that are super processed are typically milled down considerably and are in company with a lot of sodium and free sugars. True whole grains contain much more antioxidants and phytochemicals than refined grain.The best way to identify true whole grain products is to be on the lookout for the Whole Grain Cou ncils whole grain stamp, which is only awarded to products that contain at least 8 grams of whole grains. Additionally, a product can only be FDA approved if it contains 51% whole grain ingredients.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will ersatzdarsteller your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

4 Ways Partnerships Can Benefit Your Organization More Than You Even Knew

4 Ways Partnerships Can Benefit Your Organization More Than You Even Knew4 Ways Partnerships Can Benefit Your Organization More Than You Even KnewOne of the things I love about working in nonprofits is the sense of camaraderie in the field. Regardless of each organizations area of focus, we are all trying to do good work and contribute to the common good in our own ways. So its an even greater pleasure when we realize that we can work together on a project.Partnerships are a frequent occurrence in the nonprofit world and are often encouraged by funders. For instance, an art project for children and an after-school program would work together beautifully. The art project doesnt have to figure out where to hold classes or how to find interested kids, and the after-school program gains an enriching activity led by qualified staff. The benefits are obvious more and better work for the same or lower cost.While a partnership will only last for a limited time on a discrete project, the posi tive effects of a good partnership can last for much longer- and can be extremely advantageous. Below are four ways to ensure that your partnership improves your organization for the long term.1. Increase Your FundingIn my experience, the organization with the larger finance and development departments is the one that takes care of the project funding and distribution of money. However, if you represent the smaller organization, dont be too quick to abdicate those responsibilities- which can actually be opportunities to learn, gain experience, and expand your network- entirely. For example, if your partner organization has a lot of clout with big foundations, make sure that you are involved in all meetings and proposals to ensure that you are able to make connections that could lead to independent grants down the line. Also, think about how the partner project will look to funders in the future. Even if they arent able to fund this particular partnership, how is the project adding t o your credibility? How can the project allow you to pitch your work in a different way or at a different level? For instance, a grassroots community organization can get a huge boost in prestige by working with a university research department that proves that its approach is effective in reducing crime or increasing school attendance. Brainstorm these questions with your development staff as you are considering new partnership opportunities to see how these alliances could benefit you even more in the future. 2. Build Your CapacityA partnership isnt about sharing work- its about sharing resources. When you initially sign up for a partnership, you might focus on the project-specific resources you will share, such as research, access to a new population, or communications skills, but you can actually learn much more. Partnerships put you in close contact with another organization very similar to yours, giving you the opportunity to observe how it structures its departments, treats i ts staff, and conducts fundraising. Moreover, thanks to the extra resources you have because of that partnership , you should have extra time in your day to actually implement any changes you want to make. 3. Offer Your Staff New OpportunitiesBecause of consistent under-staffing in nonprofits, especially in administrative roles, junior staff can often be overburdened with grunt work rather than opportunities to work their way up the ladder at your organization. So, as you start to sketch out your partnership, think of ways you can use that alliance to help less experienced employees lead and learn. Involve them in conference calls and meetings, and show your partners how much you respect your colleagues by listening to them and seriously considering their suggestions. Not only will that take some of the day-to-day pressure from your established leadership team, your junior staff will appreciate the trust you place in them and be more motivated in their other work. 4. Carve Out Your IdentityIf you have been struggling with branding and identity, a partnership can be a good way to differentiate yourself within the field. For instance, maybe youre part of an elder care facility partnering with a nutritional research firm. Your partner provides rigorous data analysis and recommendations that allow service providers to improve health outcomes for their clients- and so, because of that partnership, you might find that rather than being just another nursing home, you can position yourself as an expert in the overlapping issues of diet, health, and age, and offer comprehensive services to ensure active later years. Nonprofits can get so busy with the problems right in front of us that we forget to see the long-term potential benefits. Dont let that happen with your partnerships By investing your time in building good relationships with your partners now, you can make them pay off for years to come. Photo of hands courtesy of Shutterstock.

Resumonk v2 - DOC conversion, private resumes easy to use editor

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