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New York Post
6 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
Eating these 6 foods can actually reverse aging: study
Thyme to turn back the clock! A new study suggests that consuming plant-based foods rich in natural substances called methyl adaptogens can potentially slow biological aging. Biological age is the age of our cells and tissues — it may be higher or lower than our chronological age, which is the number of years we've been alive. Factors like genetics, environmental exposures, sleep habits, stress management and diet can significantly impact biological age. 3 Biological age reflects the health of our cells and tissues. It can be higher or lower than the number of years that we've been alive. jumlongch – Researchers from the University of Washington and other institutions wanted to investigate how dietary choices can influence DNA methylation, a process that regulates gene activity without changing the DNA sequence itself. More DNA methylation at specific sites in the genome is associated with a higher biological age. The study authors followed 43 healthy, middle-aged men from Portland, Oregon. The participants had finished an eight-week program that emphasized a plant-based, nutrient-rich diet as well as exercise, sleep and stress reduction. The researchers determined that those who ate more turmeric, rosemary, garlic, berries, green tea and/or oolong tea experienced greater declines in biological age. These six substances contain polyphenols, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They may help slow genetic aging by interfering with enzymes involved in DNA methylation. It's no coincidence that the Mediterranean diet, which promotes heart health and weight management, is rich in polyphenols. 3 This graphic from the study shows the correlation between restricted food groups such as legumes, dairy and alcohol and change in biological age. 2025 Villanueva et al. Participants with a higher biological age than chronological age at the start of the study were more likely to turn back the clock. Unintentional weight loss was a common side effect, but it did not predict a decline in biological age. The findings were recently published in the Aging journal. The researchers acknowledged the small sample size and said future studies should include a larger and more diverse population, as well as newer biological age measures to confirm these results. Inside the 'methylation diet' The study authors recommend daily consumption of dark leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage), colorful vegetables, pumpkin or sunflower seeds, beets, lean meats, low-glycemic fruit (apples, grapefruit and cherries) and a serving or more from the methyl adaptogen group. 3 Oolong tea (seen here) is partially oxidized, while green tea is unoxidized, and black tea is fully oxidized. beawolf – The options are: Berries: Half cup Rosemary: Half teaspoon Turmeric: Half teaspoon Garlic: 2 cloves Green tea: 2 cups Oolong tea: 3 cups Dairy, grains, legumes and alcohol should be avoided. 'Although research on whole grains, legumes and certain dairy products supports the consumption of these foods as health-promoting,' the study authors wrote, 'they were omitted from the study diet to reduce the potential for short-term gastrointestinal side effects.'
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Federal Judge Dismisses Former Sheriff Villanueva's $25 Million Lawsuit Over 'Do Not Rehire' Designation
On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Stephen V. Wilson dismissed former Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva's $25 million federal lawsuit against the county. The lawsuit alleged defamation and due process violations related to his placement on a "do not rehire" list. In his 28-page ruling, Judge Wilson stated that Villanueva failed to provide sufficient evidence demonstrating that the "do not rehire" designation negatively affected his employment prospects or caused him the emotional distress that he allegedly felt. The judge noted, "It is hard to imagine how being placed on a Do Not Rehire list could serve as an injury if Plaintiff does not desire to be rehired."Villanueva's lawsuit originated from investigations by the County Equity Oversight Panel, which upheld complaints that he had harassed Inspector General Max Huntsman in a 'racially based attack' by referring to Huntsman by his birth name, Max-Gustaf. Villanueva accused Huntsman of being a Holocaust denier, which Huntsman refuted based on a lack of evidence. Villanueva was also accused in a separate complaint made by Esther Lim, a former justice deputy for county Supervisor Hilda Solis, that Villanueva repeatedly harassed women of color in social media livestream comments. According to Wilson, while the judge has now dismissed the last federal claim, there are still matters that the federal court "declines to exercise jurisdiction over" and are now left to the state court.'We're very pleased that the Sheriff's consequential complaints of defamation and emotional distress will move forward, and that we'll have the opportunity to hold the County of Los Angeles accountable in state court,' Carney Shegerian, Villanueva's attorney, 2022, Villanueva lost his reelection bid and subsequently failed in a primary election for a seat on the County Board of Supervisors.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Judge again dismisses former Sheriff Villanueva's lawsuit over county's 'do not hire' label
A federal judge has — for the second time — dismissed a $25-million lawsuit by former Sheriff Alex Villanueva against Los Angeles County alleging that county officials defamed him and violated his rights. The lawsuit claimed that Villanueva lost out on potential employment opportunities because his personnel file was flagged as 'do not rehire' after a county panel determined that he had harassed two officials. Villanueva's suit claimed that an Internal Affairs Bureau investigation into his conduct was a 'sham' that violated his due process rights. In September, U.S. District Judge Stephen V. Wilson threw out Villanueva's initial suit but left the door open for him to refile because multiple claims remained unresolved. Read more: How a Mojave Desert footrace became a showcase for L.A. County Sheriff's Dept. turmoil Villanueva refiled the case, alleging that he'd suffered emotional distress and that the 'do not rehire' notation made it difficult for him to find a job. But Wilson again dismissed the suit, writing in his decision Thursday that there was insufficient evidence to prove Villanueva had been harmed or that the designation had caused him to lose out on a desired position. Attorneys for the county did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Wilson wrote that while he had dismissed the final remaining federal claim, there are still state matters pending that the court 'declines to exercise jurisdiction over.' 'We're very pleased that the Sheriff's consequential complaints of defamation and emotional distress will move forward, and that we'll have the opportunity to hold the County of Los Angeles accountable in state court," Carney Shegerian, an attorney for Villanueva, said in a statement. Villanueva's lawsuit arose after Inspector General Max Huntsman accused then-Sheriff Villanueva in 2022 of making a 'racially based attack' by repeatedly referring to Hunstman by his birth name Max-Gustaf. Villanueva also claimed that Hunstman was a Holocaust denier without providing any evidence to support that claim, which Hunstman denied. Read more: Family sues Fontana police in shooting death of unarmed man in driveway Huntsman's complaint led to a county investigation and the "do not hire" designation, which Villanueva maintains was not justified. In a court filing last month, the former sheriff disputed an assessment by a county-hired expert psychiatrist that described him as having 'many attributes of a 'white-collar psychopath.' ' Wilson's 28-page Thursday filing said Villanueva did not provide sufficient evidence to substantiate key claims and that failed to show how he was harmed by the county's actions. The dismissal came on the heels of a filing in the case by lawyers for L.A. County that alleged Villanueva was harassing Sheriff Robert Luna and members of the Board of Supervisors by trying to call them as witnesses at a potential civil trial. Also on Villanueva's intended witness list was former Times reporter Keri Blakinger, who initially reported on the 'do not rehire' designation last year. Court filings in the case say Villanueva allegedly learned of the allegation that Huntsman was a Holocaust denier from former L.A. Sheriff's Department Det. Mark Lillienfeld, who has also been placed on a "do not rehire" list for unrelated reasons. A separate complaint around the time of Hunstman's claim was made by Esther Lim — then a justice deputy for county Supervisor Hilda Solis — who argued that Villanueva had shown a pattern of harassing women of color in comments he made during social media livestreams. Her claim also resulted in an investigation and a "do not rehire" designation. Hunstman and Lim declined to comment Thursday afternoon. Former Times staff writer Keri Blakinger contributed this report. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
16-05-2025
- Los Angeles Times
Judge again dismisses ex-sheriff Villanueva's lawsuit over county's ‘do not hire' label
A federal judge has — for the second time — dismissed a $25 million lawsuit by former Sheriff Alex Villanueva against Los Angeles County alleging that county officials defamed him and violated his rights. The lawsuit claimed that Villanueva lost out on potential employment opportunities because his personnel file was flagged as 'do not rehire' after a county panel determined that he had harassed two officials. Villanueva's suit claimed that an Internal Affairs Bureau investigation into his conduct was a 'sham' that violated his due process rights. In September, U.S. District Judge Stephen V. Wilson threw out Villanueva's initial suit but left the door open for him to refile because multiple claims remained unresolved. Villanueva refiled the case, alleging that he'd suffered emotional distress and that the 'do not rehire' notation made it difficult for him to find a job. But Wilson again dismissed the suit, writing in his decision Thursday that there was insufficient evidence to prove Villanueva had been harmed or that the designation had caused him to lose out on a desired position. Attorneys for the county did not immediately respond to a requests for comment. Wilson wrote that while he had dismissed the final remaining federal claim, there are still state matters pending that the court 'declines to exercise jurisdiction over.' 'We're very pleased that the Sheriff's consequential complaints of defamation and emotional distress will move forward, and that we'll have the opportunity to hold the County of Los Angeles accountable in state court,' Carney Shegerian, an attorney for Villanueva, said in a statement. Villanueva's lawsuit arose after Inspector General Max Huntsman accused then-sheriff Villanueva in 2022 of making a 'racially based attack' by repeatedly referring to Hunstman by his birth name Max-Gustaf. Villanueva also claimed that Hunstman was a Holocaust denier without providing any evidence to support that claim, which Hunstman denied. Huntsman's complaint led to a county investigation and the 'do not hire' designation, which Villanueva maintains was not justified. In a court filing last month, the former sheriff disputed an assessment by a county-hired expert psychiatrist that described him as having 'many attributes of a 'white-collar psychopath.'' Wilson's 28-page Thursday filing said Villanueva did not provide sufficient evidence to substantiate key claims and that failed to show how he was harmed by the county's actions. The dismissal came on the heels of a filing in the case by lawyers for L.A. County that alleged Villanueva was harassing Sheriff Robert Luna and members of the Board of Supervisors by trying to call them as witnesses at a potential civil trial. Also on Villanueva's intended witness list was former Times reporter Keri Blakinger, who initially reported on the 'do not rehire' designation last year. Court filings in the case say Villanueva allegedly learned of the allegation that Huntsman was a Holocaust denier from former L.A. Sheriff's Department Det. Mark Lillienfeld, who has also been placed on a Do Not Rehire list for unrelated reasons. A separate complaint around the time of Hunstman's claim was made by Esther Lim — then a justice deputy for county Supervisor Hilda Solis — who argued that Villanueva had shown a pattern of harassing women of color in comments he made during social media livestreams. Her claim also resulted in an investigation and 'do not rehire' designation. Hunstman and Lim declined to comment Thursday afternoon. Former Times staff writer Keri Blakinger contributed this report.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Former blue county sheriff unleashes on Dems after switching parties: 'Party of paid protests'
Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva is now a registered Republican after leaving the Democratic Party. "As of today, I'm leaving the party of paid protests, purple hair, and pronouns. And I'm joining the party of faith, family, and freedom — the Republican Party," Villanueva told the Unite Inland Empire Conservative Conference on Saturday. "Today I announced ending 44 years as a registered Dem and joining the [GOP] Time to make [California] purple again!" he posted to X. The former sheriff led the large blue county's department from 2018 to 2022, as he was defeated by a significant margin by Sheriff Robert Luna in 2022. Illegal Immigrants Charged In Brutal Murder During California Home Invasion, Robbery The move was met with open arms by Republican leaders in the Golden State. Read On The Fox News App "I left the [California Democratic] Party when I saw it no longer stood for the values I was raised with: personal responsibility, public safety, and freedom. [Alex Villanueva] made the same call. It takes courage, but it's the right move. Welcome to our movement to restore common sense!" California Republican Party Chairwoman Corrin Rankin posted to X. "[Alex Villanueva], you are not alone. Many classic liberals have noticed that [the California Democratic Party] has lost their way, and that they champion crime and criminals. You don't *need* to be a Republican to vote for sanity, but it helps," Roxanne Hoge, chairwoman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles, posted to X. Trump Orders Feds To Reopen Alcatraz To House 'America's Most Ruthless And Violent' Criminals Some critics of the former former sheriff welcomed the move away from the party. "Not a surprise. Hasn't been a DEM. Votes for him in '18, regretted it & happily helped vote him out in '22. At least we won't have to see him again in elected office now with party switch," podcaster Scott Moore posted. "The democrats have selected the Wu Tang Clan. Republicans can have Villanueva," Democratic strategist Michael Trujillo posted. Malibu Man To Stand Trial For Murder In High-speed Crash That Left 4 Pepperdine Students Dead Republicans are still far behind Democrats in party registration numbers in the Golden State, but there is a sense of ambition and optimism among party leaders in the state ahead of the 2026 midterms, especially as three seats in the Democrat supermajority legislature went from blue to red in November, according to CalMatters. In Los Angeles County alone, political tensions remain high after the devesting aftermath of the Pacific Palisades fire as a recall effort against Mayor Karen Bass is article source: Former blue county sheriff unleashes on Dems after switching parties: 'Party of paid protests'
