- No more deep‑fried chips — schools must oven‑bake fried foods, and deep‑fried items are effectively banned.
- Breakfast clubs will be regulated for the first time: sugary cereals (think Coco Pops) and chocolate spread off the menu, with a sugar cap and stricter guidance.
- Fewer sweet desserts and processed meats, more fruit, veg, fibre and wholegrains (eg 50% wholewheat pasta weekly); the "once‑in‑a‑generation" changes kick in from 2027 to help tackle childhood obesity.
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- The Rams are expected to fly in the day before the Melbourne game, spend one night there and fly home—trying to keep their clocks on Pacific Time and hit a late-afternoon performance window, but risking travel fatigue from the long flights.
- The 49ers flew to Australia about a week early to acclimate, practice at local kickoff times and re-sync sleep and meals—a more traditional anti–jet-lag approach that gives them a recovery cushion.
- Sleep expert Dr. Cheri Mah says there’s no perfect choice—both strategies have clear pros and cons, so it’s a neat debate over whether “jet-in/jet-out” or arriving early is smarter for international games.
- NBC medical reporter Dr. Akshay Syal breaks down popular social-media health trends on TODAY.
- Viral examples include dry‑scooping pre‑workout powder, eating more sardines, and drinking tart cherry juice for sleep.
- Takeaway: be skeptical—check the evidence and consult a health professional before trying trending tips.
- Add fermented foods (sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, kefir) — Emanuel calls this the easiest small change with big gut and immune benefits.
- Cut sugary sodas and junk/ultra-processed snacks — even a daily can raises risks for diabetes, heart disease, and liver problems.
- Prioritize fiber (fruits, beans, whole grains), don’t obsess over tracking or extra protein, and enjoy the occasional treat — it won’t wreck your health.
- Sugary drinks (sodas, energy drinks, sweetened coffees/teas) are a major source of added sugar and have been linked to higher risks of diabetes, heart disease, obesity and even some cancers.
- Diet sodas cut calories but aren’t risk‑free — some studies tie artificial sweeteners to gut microbiome changes and possible long‑term health concerns.
- Easy swaps: plain water, seltzer, 100% juice in moderation, or coffee/tea without sugar — and oddly, dietitians say a scoop of ice cream can be a smarter treat than a sugary soda since it fills you up.
- Nottingham is starting a £1.3m revamp of Gregory Boulevard: 850m of new cycle path, road and pavement resurfacing, a new signal-controlled crossing and planting to help wildlife and surface water management.
- Work begins Monday and will take about 13 months, finishing before the Goose Fair in Sept 2027 — expect temporary traffic lights, parking restrictions and short side-road closures with signed diversions.
- The scheme is government- and East Midlands-funded, had about 69% public support, and runs alongside a £2.6m upgrade to the Forest Sports Zone — a tidy boost for walking, cycling and local amenities.
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