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Vitamin D deficiency leads to muscle weakness: Study

Vitamin D deficiency may lead to poor skeletal muscle function in adults aged 60 years and over, suggests new research.

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Vitamin D deficiency may lead to poor skeletal muscle function in adults aged 60 years and over, suggests new research.

Maintaining skeletal muscle function throughout life is a crucial component of successful ageing, in promoting independence, mobility, quality of life and reducing falls and frailty.

While resistance exercise is known to preserve muscle function, there is growing evidence that adequate vitamin D status may also be protective.

“Our results show that vitamin D deficiency increased the likelihood of poor muscle function in older adults and confirms the protective effect of physical activity,” said one of the study authors Maria O’Sullivan, Associate Professor in Nutrition at Trinity College Dublin in Ireland.

“Maintaining muscle function is incredibly important, and often overlooked, in promoting healthy ageing. Addressing this through multimodal approaches that incorporate physical activity, reversing vitamin D deficiency and other modifiable diet and lifestyle components require further investigation,” O’Sullivan said.

The findings are based on the analysis of data from over 4,000 adults aged 60 years and over, from the English Longitudinal Study of Aging (ELSA).

The prevalence of muscle weakness was twice as high among older adults with vitamin D deficiency compared with vitamin D adequacy, showed the findings published in the international journal Clinical Interventions in Ageing.

Similarly, impaired “muscle performance” was three times higher in older adults with vitamin D deficiency compared with vitamin D adequacy.

Based on more complex statistical analysis, the study showed that vitamin D deficiency significantly increased the likelihood of impaired muscle strength and performance.

The study confirmed the associated benefits of physical activity. Older adults partaking in regular moderate physical activity had significantly lower likelihood of poor muscle strength and physical performance.

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Saudi Arabia gears up for Miss Universe debut with Rumy Alqahtani as its first-ever contestant

Rumi Alqahtani is a prominent runaway model and influencer from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, who has made history by becoming the first-ever Miss Universe participant to represent Saudi Arabia.

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Saudi Arabia is gearing up for its historic debut in the Miss Universe pageant, with Rumi Alqahtani set to represent the country in the prestigious competition. Rumi Alqahtani is a prominent runaway model and influencer from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, who has made history by becoming the first-ever Miss Universe participant to represent Saudi Arabia.

Rumi Alqahtani has garnered recognition in the beauty pageant industry through her participation in numerous global competitions, including the Miss and Mrs Global Asian competition in Malaysia. According to reports the 27 year-old model has already won the titles Miss Saudi Arabia, Miss Middle East, Miss Arab World Peace, and Miss Woman (Saudi Arabia).

Rumi Alqahtani announced Saudi Arabia’s participation in the Miss Universe 2024 pageant on her Instagram, sharing a photo of herself in a silver sequin gown, wearing a Miss Universe Saudi Arabia sash, standing next to the Saudi Arabian flag. She captioned her Instagram post that she was honoured to participate in Miss Universe competition. This is the first participation of Saudi Arabia in the Miss Universe competition.

Alqahtani’s participation follows in the footsteps of Bahrain’s Lujane Yacoub, who represented her country in the Miss Universe pageant last year. She became the first woman from the Gulf region to do so. Alqahtani’s involvement is hailed as milestone in empowering women of Saudi Arabia. She has previously represented the Kingdom in numerous international competitions, including Miss Asia in Malaysia, Miss Arab Peace, and Miss Europe.

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Apart being crowned Miss Saudi Arabia, she holds titles such as Miss Middle East (Saudi Arabia), Miss Arab World Peace 2021, and Miss Woman (Saudi Arabia). She has a million followers in instagram and thousands more on other social media platforms. She also holds Bacelor’s degree in dentistry and is fluent in English, French and Arabic. This historic move reflects Saudi Arabia’s ongoing transformation under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.

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Nowruz 2024: Google celebrates the Persian New Year with a doodle

Google Doodle today features the artistic vision of Iranian guest artist Pendar Yousefi. Yousefi’s creation takes inspiration from childhood memories of Nowruz which evokes joy, togetherness and hope.

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Google Doodle on Tuesday took centre stage to honour Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. It is a vibrant festival which is steeped in over 3000 years of history. Google Doodle today features the artistic vision of Iranian guest artist Pendar Yousefi. Yousefi’s creation takes inspiration from childhood memories of Nowruz which evokes joy, togetherness and hope.

These are captured through the animal friends who have gathered together in a flower filled courtyard to ring in the coming in of spring under the blossoming tree. It captures the spirit of Nowruz through vibrant colours and intricate details, an art form which is a rich history in the region that celebrates the festival.

Nowruz literally means new day in Persian. It finds its roots in ancient Iran, then known as Persia. It is aligned with the spring equinox and marks the beginning of the New Year and the blossoming season. As trade flourished along the Silk Route, this festival spread its wings captivating countries and ethnicities across the vast network.

At the heart of Nowruz lies the cherished tradition of haft-sin. Families come together to arrange 7 symbolic items each representing a vital aspect of life and nature’s renewal. Sprouted wheat which symbolizes good fortune and rebirth takes centre stage alongside its sweet counterpart sweet pudding which signifies power and strength.

A sprig of olive represents peace and love, finds its place in the vibrant display. Berries are a symbol of sunrise and are a reminder of new beginnings, while vinegar symbolizes patience and wisdom of age. It adds a touch of tang. A gleaming apple embodies beauty and promise of a fruitful year, while garlic, a symbol of good health completes the symbolic spread. Nowruz is more than just the start of a new year. It is a time families and communities to come together reflecting on the past year. It embraces hope and optimism that spring brings.

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Google Doodle celebrates flat white coffee, an espresso – based beverage with steamed milk and micro foam, traditionally served in a ceramic cup

Google Doodle’s description says No matter the origins, coffee lovers worldwide agree it is a favourite morning or arvo (afternoon) pick me up! A flat white is made by blending micro-foam milk with either a single or double shot of espresso. This micro foam, formed by aerating steamed milk, enhances the beverage’s smooth texture and creamy taste.

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Google Doodle’s animated doodle celebrates the flat white, a popular expresso-based beverage which is believed to have first originated in Australia and New Zealand. In terms of visibility, this doodle will be visible across various countries of the world including India. Google Doodle’s description says No matter the origins, coffee lovers worldwide agree it is a favourite morning or arvo (afternoon) pick me up!

A flat white is made by blending micro-foam milk with either a single or double shot of espresso. This micro foam, formed by aerating steamed milk, enhances the beverage’s smooth texture and creamy taste. March 11, marks the day flat white was added to the Oxford English Dictionary in the year 2011. Flat white is a widely popular coffee drink of steamed milk poured over a shot of espresso is believed to have been first served in Australia and New Zealand.

It is believed that the drink first appeared on the menus of Sydney and Aukland during the 1980s. A flat white is made of an espresso shot topped with steamed milk and a thin layer of micro-foam and is traditionally served in a ceramic cup.

Flat whites are popular among coffee connoisseurs who want for less foam in their beverage as flat white is flatter than a cappuccino or latte. In many cafes across Australia and New Zealand, customers are commonly allured into having the drink by baristas who show off their skills and create beautiful artwork while the drink is prepared.

Over the years the coffee culture has changed a lot and the ways by which flat white is prepared. Earlier the flat white used to be prepared by with whole milk but nowadays the Australians and the people in New Zealand ordered it with plant-based milk including oat milk. The flat-white is gaining popularity and is becoming a favourite all over the world.

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